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Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb met a delegation from the Silk Road Fund (SRF). The delegation was led by Chairperson Zhu Jun. The meeting focused on expanding investment and economic cooperation between Pakistan and China. Both sides discussed several areas with strong investment potential. These areas included infrastructure, energy, manufacturing, and […]
The District Education Authority (DEA) Rawalpindi has issued show-cause notices to 14 private educational institutions for holding classes during the officially notified summer vacation. According to the notice issued by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) DEA, the institutions continued regular academic activities despite the summer vacation schedule announced by the Punjab School Education…
Pakistan is looking to expand the international presence of its halal businesses as the government focuses on identifying specific products, industries and overseas markets where local companies can compete effectively. The issue was discussed during a meeting between Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development Secretary-General Shaikh Yousef Hassan Khalawi.…
Several districts across Punjab have recorded significant rainfall during the sixth monsoon spell, with Jhelum receiving the highest amount, according to data released by the Housing Department Punjab. The monsoon spell began on August 16, bringing heavy rainfall to several parts of the province. Jhelum recorded an average rainfall of 368.6 millimeters (mm), while the […]
Pakistan is moving closer to launching commercial satellite internet services as the government prepares a new regulatory framework and licensing system for satellite broadband operators. The development could pave the way for global satellite internet companies, including Starlink, to begin commercial operations in Pakistan and provide connectivity to remote and underserved areas. The government…
The Pakistan Meteorological Department has warned of rain and thunderstorms across several parts of the country from August 21 to 23. The department said monsoon currents are continuously penetrating the upper and central parts of Pakistan, while a westerly wave is also present over the upper areas. In Kashmir, rain, wind and thunderstorms are expected […]
The Sindh government has ordered an immediate reduction in public transport fares following a major decrease in the price of high-speed diesel. The provincial Transport Department has directed transporters to pass the full benefit of the fuel price reduction on to passengers. The order applies to buses, minibuses, coaches, vans and other public service vehicles […]
Gold prices in Pakistan recorded another significant increase on Friday, following a strong upward trend in international markets. According to data shared by the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of gold rose by Rs5,200 per tola, reaching Rs477,136. The price of 10-gram gold also increased by Rs4,458. The new price of 10-gram […]
Karachi is set to receive a new artificial intelligence-ready Tier-III data center after the Sindh government and CMPak, the parent company of Zong, agreed to collaborate on the project under a public-private partnership. The understanding was reached during a meeting at the Chief Minister’s House between Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah and CMPak […]
The government has confirmed that Wednesday, August 26, 2026, will be observed as a public holiday across Pakistan on the occasion of Eid Milad-un-Nabi. The holiday falls on the 12th of Rabi-ul-Awwal, which marks an important date in the Islamic calendar and is observed across the country. According to the Cabinet Division’s public holiday notification, […]
Google has committed $500,000 to support digital citizenship and AI safety programs across Pakistan. The funding will be provided through Google.org and used with local partners. It will support programs focused on safer digital habits and online awareness. At the stated exchange rate of Rs. 280 per dollar, the commitment equals around Rs. 140 million. […]
Misbah Arshad has been crowned Miss Universe Pakistan after a closely contested selection process. She will now represent Pakistan internationally. The announcement was made during a ceremony in the Philippines. Miss Universe Pakistan franchise owner Josh Yugen presented Arshad with her official sash. Her predecessor, Roma Riaz, placed the crown on her head during the […]
Google has launched a nationwide online safety initiative in Pakistan. The program is called Digital Pasban. The initiative aims to help families protect children while using the internet. It will also promote safer and more responsible digital habits. Google plans to reach 200,000 households across Pakistan through the program. Families will receive safety resources in […]
The cost of RLNG-based electricity generation reached an all-time high in July 2026. The cost rose to Rs. 47.4 per unit during the month. The figures were reported by Topline Securities, based on data from the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority. The increase reflects higher costs for imported liquefied natural gas. Generation costs had remained […]
The International Cricket Council has removed a demerit point from Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium. The decision follows an appeal by the Pakistan Cricket Board. The stadium had received an “Unsatisfactory” pitch rating after the third ODI between Pakistan and Australia. The match was played on June 4. The Pakistan Cricket Board challenged the original assessment through […]
Google’s compliance with Pakistani regulations has reached 88 percent, according to the PTA chairman. The development comes amid increased regulatory engagement with digital platforms. Pakistan Telecommunication Authority Chairman Major General (retd) Hafeez Ur Rehman shared the figure recently. He spoke at the launch of Google’s Digital Pasban program. The PTA chairman said the authority receives…
Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves recorded a modest increase during the week ended August 13, 2026. According to the State Bank of Pakistan, its reserves increased by $25 million during the week. The total reached $17.081 billion. The SBP held $17.057 billion in foreign exchange reserves during the previous week. The latest figures show a small […]
The federal cabinet has given in-principle approval to the National Adolescent and Youth Policy. The proposed Youth Policy aims to create a national framework for young people. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chaired the cabinet meeting in Islamabad. The Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination presented the proposed framework. The Youth Policy focuses on four major areas. […]
The Sindh High Court has ordered Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDC) to pay over Rs. 789 million. The amount relates to unpaid gas royalty claimed by Ali Bugti. Ali Bugti is the grandson of former Balochistan chief minister Nawab Akbar Bugti. He filed the case against OGDC over royalty payments. The court’s constitutional […]
Anthropic has expanded Claude’s integration with Google Workspace. The update gives the AI assistant more control over Gmail and Google Drive. The new features are available to paid users. They allow Claude to perform several actions directly within connected Google services. Claude can now draft, reply to, and forward emails through Gmail. Users can also […]
