2 h. ago Pakistan’s current account records $103 million deficit in may despite strong yearly surplus

Pakistan’s current account posted a deficit of $103 million in May 2025, reversing the $47 million surplus seen in April, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday. This change mainly resulted from a rise in imports and a drop in exports. However, compared to May 2024, the current account […]

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5 d. ago Pakistan unveils national big data portal and quantum valley to power digital future

Pakistan took a major leap in digital transformation as Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal officially launched the National Big Data Portal on Thursday. Developed by LUMS and backed by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), the platform will offer centralized access to public data for researchers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and citizens. It includes geo-tagged data from over […]

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1 week ago Commerce ministry distances itself from smuggling role, calls for joint national effort

The Ministry of Commerce (MoC) has stated that it does not handle or maintain data related to smuggling and illegal trade in Pakistan. During a Senate sub-committee meeting, the ministry instead recommended a “Whole-of-Government” approach to effectively tackle the issue, emphasizing that it requires collaboration across multiple government departments. Additional Secretary for Trade Policy, Salman […]

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1 week ago Sikh protesters confront Indian delegation in Washington, police step in

In a dramatic turn of events, an Indian parliamentary delegation led by Congress leader Shashi Tharoor was surrounded and heckled by Sikh protesters outside the National Press Building in Washington, DC. The protest disrupted the delegation’s final stop on a multi-nation tour aimed at promoting India’s stance on regional issues. The protesters, waving flags of […]

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1 week ago BISP, WB discuss data sensitization, social protection reforms

In a bid to enhance transparency, data security, and the effectiveness of social protection systems in Pakistan, the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) and the World Bank have agreed to deepen their collaboration, focusing on responsible data sharing, cybersecurity, and key reforms in social welfare delivery. In this regard, Chairperson BISP, Senator Rubina Khalid, held […]

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1 week ago Malir Jail’s fleeing inmate commits suicide, fearing rearrest

KARACHI: A prisoner fled from Malir Jail during recent jailbreak committed suicide, his dead body found from home, police officials said. Police officials said that the dead body of Raza Pervez, who was arrested by the Eidgah police in drug case, was found from his home in Mauripur locality of the city. “His family said […]

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1 week ago Salaried class becomes Pakistan’s top taxpayer, outpaces all other sectors

Fresh government data has revealed a striking fact — Pakistan’s salaried class has paid more taxes than any other sector during the current fiscal year. Over the past 11 months, salaried employees contributed Rs499 billion in income tax, topping the list of contributors to the national treasury. Sources confirm that the salaried group’s tax contribution […]

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2 w. ago Sindh university spokesperson slams police over ‘double standards’ in murder cases

HYDERABAD – Sindh University’s spokesperson Nadir Ali Mugheri has publicly criticised police in Kambar Shahdadkot district for showing what he calls “double standards” in handling two separate murder investigations. In an open letter to Inspector General (IG) Sindh Police Ghulam Memon, Mugheri expressed frustration over the swift arrest of a police officer in the Sadaf […]

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3 w. ago Over 180m users’ passwords, login credentials stolen in massive data breach

The National Cyber Emergency Response Team (PKCERT) on Monday issued an advisory warning that the login credentials and passwords of more than 180 million internet users in Pakistan have been stolen in a global data breach, urging people to take immediate protective measures. According to the advisory, PKCERT identified the global breach involving a publicly […]

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3 w. ago Spy allegations: Indian police officer arrested for sharing sensitive data with Pakistan

India has arrested a semi-military police officer, Moti Ram Jat, on charges of spying for Pakistan. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) accused him of sharing sensitive national security information with Pakistani agents since 2023. Jat worked with the Central Reserve Police Force and allegedly leaked classified data. The NIA obtained a court order extending his […]

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3 w. ago Pakistan allocates 2000 megawatts of electricity for crypto mining, AI Data Centers

ISLAMABAD – The federal government has taken a landmark step to promote crypto mining and AI Data Centres as it

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3 w. ago IMF urges Pakistan to cut provincial spending, improve tax collection

Pakistan is in ongoing talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to finalize the budget framework for the next fiscal year. According to government sources, no strict conditions have been agreed upon yet. However, Pakistan has shared all required economic data with the IMF and is answering follow-up questions related to budget targets and economic […]

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3 w. ago Gold nears record high of Rs3.5Lac after big jump in prices across Pakistan; Full Rates List

KARACHI – Gold inched toward the Rs3.5lac mark after a Rs6,600 major price hike in Pakistan on Wednesday. Data shared

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