Flash Floods in Chilas Sweep Away Tourist Vehicles; 5 Dead, Dozens Missing CHILAS – Torrential rains triggered devastating flash floods in Chilas, Gilgit-Baltistan, sweeping away over 15 tourist vehicles and leaving several individuals missing. Rescue teams have so far recovered five bodies and successfully rescued four people, while a large-scale search operation continues. According to […]
Pakistan’s Identity Crisis: Millions Still Without Legal Documents Despite efforts to boost national registration, millions of Pakistanis still live without identity documents, cutting them off from basic rights and public services. In a country of over 240 million people, the problem persists due to poverty, lack of awareness, and bureaucratic hurdles. In Karachi, 19-year-old Raza […]
Massive Overbilling Uncovered: Pakistani Power Companies Charged Consumers Rs244 Billion Illegally ISLAMABAD — A financial audit has revealed that eight electricity distribution companies (DISCOs) across Pakistan collectively overbilled consumers by a staggering Rs244 billion, allegedly to conceal line losses, electricity theft, and inefficiencies in operations. According to official audit documents, the companies involved include IESCO, […]
During the meeting, Ishaq Dar reassured Antonio Guterres of Pakistan’s focus on strengthening the UN’s role in conflict resolution, in promoting sustainable development, and in upholding the fundamental rights of all peoples around the world. “The Secretary-General appreciated Pakistan’s strong role and principled positions in the Security Council. Several key issues on the Council’s agenda […]
Saudi Riyal Strengthens to Rs75.96, Boosting Pakistan’s Remittance-Driven Economy ISLAMABAD – The Saudi Riyal (SAR) edged higher against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) to settle at Rs75.9674, underscoring its growing role in stabilizing Pakistan’s economy through strong remittance inflows and bilateral trade ties. Saudi Arabia Tops Pakistan’s Remittance Sources According to the State Bank of Pakistan […]
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s cement industry posted a significant export growth of 23.75% during the fiscal year 2024-25, reaching $329.795 million, up from $266.516 million in the previous year, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). In terms of volume, cement exports also jumped by 28.71%, rising from 7.08 million metric tons in FY2023-24 to […]
In the open market, exchange companies quoted the US Dollar at PKR 285.00 for buying and PKR 287.20 for selling. Against other major currencies, the PKR showed mixed movements: it weakened by 78.50 paisa or 0.23% against the Euro (EUR) to 344.05, appreciated by 45 paisa or 0.12% against the British Pound (GBP) to 379.40, […]
U.S. Court Hearing Highlights White House Conflict with Harvard Over Funding and Campus Policies Boston, MA – A critical court hearing before U.S. District Judge Allison Burroughs in Boston is unfolding amid escalating tensions between the White House and Harvard University. The legal battle centers on the federal government’s efforts to push Harvard to overhaul […]
More than 50 people, including children and adults, were hospitalised with burns, a doctor at the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery told reporters. The incident occurred at the Milestone School and College in Dhaka’s northern area of Uttara, officials said. “Bangladesh Air Force’s F-7 BGI training aircraft crashed in Uttara. The aircraft took […]
Sukkur Barrage Gates Replacement to Begin October 28; Project to Extend Lifespan by 30 Years SUKKUR — The second phase of the Sukkur Barrage gate replacement project is set to begin on October 28, according to Irrigation Minister Jam Khan Shoro. The project, scheduled to continue until June 2026, involves replacing all 28 gates of […]
