PM Shehbaz Gives Aid to Flood Victims in Gilgit-Baltistan GILGIT – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited Gilgit-Baltistan and gave compensation cheques to families affected by recent floods and heavy rains. At a special event, PM Shehbaz said that each family that lost a loved one will get Rs1 million, while injured people will receive Rs500,000. […]
The anticipated weather system may lead to rising river flows, urban flooding, and localized flash floods in vulnerable areas. As a result, increased flows are expected in all major rivers, particularly the Jhelum and Chenab. River Chenab at Marala, Khanki, and Qadirabad is likely to experience medium to high flood levels, while River Jhelum and […]
Pakistan to Train 200,000 People in AI Every Year Under New National Policy ISLAMABAD – The government of Pakistan has announced big plans to boost artificial intelligence (AI) in the country under the new National AI Policy 2025. According to official papers, 30% of the Ignite Research and Development Fund will now go to the […]
PM Orders Fast Relief, Stronger Systems After Gilgit-Baltistan Floods The Prime Minister of Pakistan has called for quick help and long-term planning after heavy rains and floods hit Gilgit-Baltistan. During a high-level meeting, the Prime Minister said that climate change is causing more natural disasters in the country. He asked for early warning systems, better […]
Khawaja Shamsul Islam was shot dead in a firing incident at the Defence Housing Authority (DHA) Phase-VI mosque in Karachi last Friday. His son was also injured in the attack. The committee comprises the representatives from the Sindh High Court Bar, the Sindh Police, and the prosecution. The high-level committee comprises President SHC Bar Sarfaraz […]
Pakistan Prepares Youth for Future Jobs Under CPEC and Uraan Pakistan Program ISLAMABAD – The government of Pakistan is taking big steps to prepare young people for future jobs as part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and the new “Uraan Pakistan” program. According to state-run news agency APP, the focus is now on business […]
The exchange rate between the Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD) and the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) has stayed stable after rising steadily in June and July 2025. On June 10, 1 Kuwaiti Dinar was equal to 919.67 Pakistani Rupees. The rate increased step by step—reaching 938.23 PKR by July 22. This means the Kuwaiti Dinar gained about 6.44 […]
Lahore Police Arrest Two in Mobile Phone Smuggling Case LAHORE – Police have arrested two men involved in a mobile phone smuggling network in Lahore. The operation was led by SHO Faisal Town Afzal Rauf and his team. According to SP Model Town Akhlaq Ullah Tarar, the suspects were tracked down using CCTV footage and […]
NADRA Launches Special Campaign for Minorities Until August 11 ISLAMABAD – NADRA has started a new campaign to help people from minority communities get or renew their identity cards. This special drive will continue until August 11, 2025, in connection with National Minorities Day. In a statement, NADRA said, “You are allowed to have the […]
Karachi Court Orders Rs. 99 Lakh Compensation for Family After Tragic Nullah Accident KARACHI – A local court has ordered the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) and District Municipal Corporation (DMC) Central to pay over Rs. 99 lakh as compensation to a family affected by a tragic accident in 2022. The incident happened at night in […]