Pakistan Railways to Outsource Management of Key Passenger Trains to the Private Sector ISLAMABAD – In a major move aimed at improving travel services and boosting revenue, Pakistan Railways has decided to outsource the commercial management of several passenger trains to the private sector, sources confirmed on Monday. According to officials familiar with the matter, […]
Under the agreement, Geely will acquire the remaining stake it does not already own for $2.687 per share, or $26.87 per American depositary share, the companies said in separate statements on Tuesday. The offer, which comes just over a year after Geely took the EV brand public in the U.S., represents an 18.9% premium to […]
On Monday, Trump gave Russia 50 days to strike a peace deal with Ukraine, voicing fresh frustration with Moscow, and laid out an arrangement with NATO to supply Kyiv with new military aid sponsored by the alliance’s member countries. “President Trump’s statement is very serious. We certainly need time to analyse what was said in […]
Xi Jinping Urges Closer China-Russia Ties, Calls for Just Global Order at SCO Talks Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for stronger strategic coordination with Russia, emphasizing deeper cooperation on global platforms and promoting a more equitable international order. Xi made these remarks during a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Beijing, according […]
The plea was filed by social activist Faizan Hussain, who argued that the government’s move to enforce new Ajrak number plates is causing undue hardship to low-income citizens. The petition highlights that under the Sindh government’s recent notification, motorcycles without the newly designed plates are being penalized, and in some cases, seized. Ajrak number plate […]
Four Dead, Several Injured as Speeding Car Crashes in Karachi At least four people, including a woman and a young girl, lost their lives when a speeding car crashed into a stormwater drain wall in Karachi, police officials confirmed on Tuesday. The tragic incident occurred as the vehicle lost control while navigating a sharp turn […]
Rising Indus River Triggers Medium Flood at Guddu Barrage A medium flood continues at Guddu Barrage as the Indus River swells, with water levels rising by 20,000 cusecs in the past 12 hours, according to officials at the barrage control room. The current inflow at Guddu Barrage stands at 375,500 cusecs, while the outflow has […]
According to the UK High Commission, most Pakistani students and workers will no longer require a visa sticker in their passports. Instead, they will be able to view their immigration status online through the new digital e-visa platform. The British High Commission described the e-visa as part of a secure, simple, and fully digital system. […]
Bahrain’s Golden Visa Offers 10-Year Residency for Expats, Retirees, and Professionals. Bahrain has officially rolled out its Golden Visa program, providing a 10-year renewable residency to skilled professionals, retirees, property owners, and exceptional talents. With minimal entry barriers and unmatched flexibility, the initiative positions Bahrain as a top destination for long-term stay in the […]
IMF Opposes Pakistan’s Sugar Subsidy Plan Amid Fiscal Concerns The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has rejected Pakistan’s plan to offer a Rs55 per kilogram subsidy on imported sugar, raising serious concerns over fiscal discipline and transparency, official sources confirmed. The proposed subsidy was intended to reduce the consumer price of imported sugar, which is expected […]
