7 h. ago State Bank of Pakistan’s foreign reserves rise by $23 million

KARACHI – Pakistan’s liquid foreign reserves stood at $19,957.1 million as of July 11, 2025. According to the data released

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7 h. ago ‘Empowering Innovation: Roadmap for Startups’ launched in Pakistan

KARACHI – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) on Thursday launched its report “Empowering Innovation: Roadmap for Startups”

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19 h. ago SECP releases white paper on transitioning to new pension scheme

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has published a White Paper following the National Workshop on Transitioning to a Defined Contribution (DC) Pension Scheme. The workshop convened senior representatives from federal and provincial governments, the insurance and pension fund industries, and international development partners to discuss the shift from Pakistan’s fiscally unsustainable Defined […]

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27 h. ago Ministries’ performance to be evaluated every two months following determination of key indicators: PM

Premier Shehbaz emphasizes enhancing ministries’ performance is ultimately about services delivery Expresses satisfaction over the stock market touching record levels this week, saying development reflected positive business sentiment Cabinet approves a 15pc increase in EOBI pension, effective from Jan 1, 2025   ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Wednesday that the performance of ministries […]

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28 h. ago US lawmakers warn Pakistan over transnational repression, hint at ‘possible sanctions’

WASHINGTON: The US Congress may soon urge President Donald Trump’s administration to consider imposing sanctions on countries that suppress religious freedom and violate human rights, Republican Congressman Christopher H. Smith suggested during a congressional hearing on Pakistan on Tuesday. “One of the biggest disappointments—regardless of who is in the White House or at the State […]

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31 h. ago White Paper issued on transitioning to defined contribution pension model

ISLAMABAD –The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a White Paper following the National Workshop on Transitioning

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31 h. ago ECP issues new party position for reserved seats in KP assembly

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has released a new party position for reserved seats in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Assembly. This update came after the commission accepted a petition filed by the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) regarding reserved seats. As a result, one reserved seat for women was taken from JUI-F and PPP, and […]

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45 h. ago ‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle’ shatters major box office record before its release

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is already making headlines by shattering a record before even hitting the big screen. The first part of the highly anticipated trilogy has sold out in cinemas across Japan in just 10 minutes, setting a new record and proving the anime’s continued global appeal. The excitement surrounding Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle […]

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55 h. ago King Charles Confirms Major News Amid Rising Diplomatic Tensions

The United Kingdom is still undergoing a significant period of transition, with King Charles III continuing to establish his role after the passing of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. The monarch, who has already gained international prominence, is preparing for a diplomatic visit that is generating considerable attention. In a move that signals the strengthening […]

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59 h. ago ADB report highlights weak digital growth, calls for urgent reforms

ISLAMABAD – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has released a report on Pakistan’s digital ecosystem, stressing the urgent need for investment and reforms to improve connectivity and boost economic output. According to the report, Pakistan’s digital sector contributes only 1.5% to the country’s GDP, highlighting the sector’s underdevelopment. Fixed broadband access remains low at just […]

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3 d. ago Trump to Putin: End war in 50 days or face crushing sanctions

WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a bold 50-day deadline to Russia to end the Ukraine war or face sweeping new economic sanctions. Trump made the statement during a joint press conference with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the White House, where he expressed frustration with Moscow’s actions and announced a fresh […]

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3 d. ago The crushing cost of compassion: How Pakistan’s private medical colleges are betraying a generation

By: Areeba Fahad The flickering fluorescent lights of the private medical college admissions office illuminated not just brochures promising “world-class doctors,” but the deep lines of despair etched onto Muhammad Riaz’s face. His daughter, Ayesha, held an acceptance letter, her dream of becoming a physician realized. Yet, the paper felt like lead. The tuition: Rs. […]

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3 d. ago Majority in KP say ‘no’ to protests, want peace and progress

Gallup Pakistan has released a new public opinion survey focused on Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), showing that a majority of the province’s population now stands against protest politics. According to the findings, 53% of respondents said they would not participate in any future protests, while 40% said they might join. This shift in public mood reflects […]

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3 d. ago G20 financial watchdog delays climate policy amid US withdrawal and member divisions

LONDON – The G20’s financial stability watchdog, the Financial Stability Board (FSB), released a new plan on tackling climate-related financial risks on Monday but decided to pause further policy work due to divisions among its members. The United States’ recent withdrawal from several climate-focused groups has also complicated efforts to build a unified global response. […]

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3 d. ago Pilot groups reject human error claims in Air India crash investigation

NEW DELHI – Two leading commercial pilot associations have strongly rejected claims that human error caused the recent Air India crash, which killed 260 people. These statements came after a preliminary report from India’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) suggested the plane’s engine fuel switches were turned off during the flight. The AAIB report, released […]

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3 d. ago Punjab CM Free Solar Panels Scheme 2025 winners revealed [Check Names]

LAHORE – The Punjab CM Free Solar Panel Scheme has entered its execution phase as free setups are being installed

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3 d. ago 257 martyred in 501 terror attacks in Balochistan in 6 months

At least 257 people, including 133 security personnel, were killed in 501 terrorist incidents across Balochistan in the first six months of 2025, according to a semi-annual report released by the provincial Home Department. The report, covering the period from January 1 to June 30, also recorded 492 injuries, 238 of them sustained by law […]

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4 d. ago PTI’s jailed leaders urge fresh elections amid national crisis

LAHORE – Five senior leaders of the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI), currently jailed in Kot Lakhpat Jail, have called for the immediate holding of fresh, free, and fair general elections in Pakistan. In an open letter released on Saturday, the PTI leaders highlighted the deteriorating security and political situation in key provinces, stressing that failing to […]

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4 d. ago Terrorism in Balochistan claims 257 lives in six months, report reveals

QUETTA – Balochistan has witnessed a disturbing rise in terrorism-related incidents, with 257 lives lost in the first half of 2025, according to a report released by the province’s Home Department. The report, issued on Saturday, details a shocking 501 terrorist attacks that have taken place across Balochistan from January to June. These attacks have […]

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5 d. ago £190 Million Scandal: Shehzad Akbar Emerges as the Central Figure

The £190 million corruption scandal has unraveled with damning revelations implicating former Chairman of the Asset Recovery Unit (ARU) and ex-Adviser to the Prime Minister on Accountability, Mirza Shehzad Akbar, as the principal architect of a highly organized and unlawful scheme. This is not mere negligence— it is betrayal. And the time has come for […]

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