Surge in Online Job Scams, Extortion via Messaging Apps Alarms Cyber Authorities in Pakistan ISLAMABAD – Authorities have issued a stark warning over a growing wave of cybercrimes involving fake freelance job offers, online extortion, and honey traps circulating through popular messaging platforms such as WhatsApp and Telegram. According to an official advisory, scammers are […]
Pakistan, Iran Vow to Deepen Literary Ties Through Translation and Cultural Collaboration ISLAMABAD – In a major step towards enhancing cultural diplomacy, a high-level meeting between the Pakistan Academy of Letters (PAL) and Iranian officials explored new avenues for boosting literary cooperation between the two nations. Majid Meshki, representing Iran, held in-depth discussions with PAL […]
Moist monsoon currents from the Arabian Sea are currently penetrating Sindh and the upper regions of Pakistan, with further intensification expected over central and northern areas until July 25, 2025. Additionally, a new westerly wave entered upper parts of the country, increasing the risk of heavy rainfall, flooding, and landslides in vulnerable regions. As a […]
Gold Prices Hold Steady While Silver Rates Rise Amid Global Market Uncertainty The prices of 10 grams of 24 karat and 22 karat gold remained steady at Rs 309,671 and Rs 283,865 respectively, according to the latest market update. Meanwhile, silver prices showed an upward trend, with per tola and 10 grams rates increasing by […]
The rates for trading are distinguished, with the buying rate set at Rs 386.4 and the selling rate at Rs 390.5 on July 22, 2025. UK Pound Rate- Latest Updates These exchange rate movements have a significant impact on businesses, tourists, and individuals involved in cross-border financial transactions between the United Kingdom and Pakistan. The […]
1,000 Omani Rial in Pakistani rupees One thousand Omani Rials (OMR) is equivalent to approximately Rs 757,700 in Pakistani currency if citizens sell them on the open market. Individuals travelling to either country can exchange their currency at banks or exchange company branches The Omani Rial exchange rate holds significant importance for the approximately 360,000 […]
Addressing the inaugural ceremony in Lahore, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz said establishment of this Narcotics Force is essential to eliminate the scourge of drugs. Maryam Nawaz vowed that every possible step will be taken to make the province drug-free and announced a policy of zero tolerance against drug dealers, saying there is no place for […]
Pakistan Monsoon Rains Claim 221 Lives Since Late June, NDMA Reports ISLAMABAD – The devastating impact of monsoon rains continues to unfold across Pakistan, as the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) confirmed that 221 people have lost their lives since June 26, including 104 children and 40 women. In its latest update, the NDMA reported […]
Pakistan Signs Historic UN Agreement to Protect Marine Biodiversity NEW YORK – Pakistan has officially signed the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement at the United Nations Headquarters, reaffirming its commitment to marine conservation and global cooperation. The landmark signing was carried out by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar during […]
Deputy Commissioner South district and the Sindh Building Control Authority’s (SBCA) personnel removed the occupants and vacated and sealed the dilapidated structure in Agra Taj Colony on July 05, after collapse of a building in the locality on 04 July, that claimed 27 lives. The seven-storied precarious building was expected to be demolished on July […]
