WASHINGTON – Former U.S. President Donald Trump has secured a new trade deal with Indonesia, aiming to sidestep steep tariffs set to take effect on August 1, 2025. The agreement, though with a relatively minor U.S. trading partner, comes amid mounting global tensions over Trump’s revived tariff regime and the threat of widespread retaliatory actions. […]
The quiet energy revolution has spread from wealthy neighbourhoods to middle- and lower-income households as customers look to escape soaring electricity bills and prolonged power cuts. Down a cramped alley in Pakistan’s megacity of Karachi, residents fighting the sweltering summer heat gather in Fareeda Saleem’s modest home for something they had never experienced before — […]
YouTuber Rajab Butt Faces New Legal Case and Leaves Pakistan Lahore – Popular Pakistani YouTuber Rajab Butt is now in serious legal trouble after a new case was filed against him. The case is connected to a video he made during Muharram, a sacred month for Muslims. Rajab Butt uploaded a video in which he […]
The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast a chance of light rain in the evening, with maximum temperatures expected to reach up to 35 degrees Celsius. In the morning, humidity levels in Karachi were recorded at 69 percent, contributing to the overall sultry conditions across the city. The PMD further stated in its forecast that sea […]
Sugar Shortage Hits Rawalpindi and Nearby Districts as Prices Soar RAWALPINDI – Despite official claims of adequate supply, sugar has virtually vanished from wholesale and retail markets across Rawalpindi, causing widespread concern among consumers. Reports from local traders confirm that both small shops and large wholesalers are running out of stock. In retail markets, sugar […]
Benazir Kafalat Registration Begins Under BISP Dynamic Survey 2025 ISLAMABAD – The Government of Pakistan has launched a fresh registration drive under the Benazir Kafalat Program, aiming to ensure that only the most deserving low-income families continue to benefit from the quarterly stipend of Rs13,500. First initiated in 2008, the Benazir Kafalat Program is a […]
Petrol, Diesel Prices Hiked in Pakistan The Government of Pakistan has announced a fresh increase in fuel prices, effective from July 16 to July 31, 2025, according to a notification issued by the Ministry of Finance. The price of petrol has been raised by Rs5.36 per litre, bringing the new rate to Rs272.15 per litre. […]
In a press release issued by the administration of Adiala jail, Imran Khan’s jail facilities include a secure seven-cell complex with access to an open courtyard for daily walks and exercise. The PTI founder is provided with an exercise cycle, an LED television, newspapers, and books of his choice. An appointed prisoner cook prepares his […]
The exchange rates for the Omani Rial (OMR) against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) are as follows: Buying Rate: 744.4 Selling Rate: 754.4 Note: This data is provided for informational and estimated purposes only and is not meant for trading or financial guidance. Always verify prices with your broker before engaging in any transactions or investments. […]
The United Nations said an Israeli military operation launched in the north of the occupied territory in January had displaced tens of thousands of people, raising concerns about possible “ethnic cleansing”. The military operation “has been the longest since … the second Intifada”, in the early 2000s, said Juliette Touma, spokeswoman for the UN agency […]
