US Passport Hits Record Low in 2025 Global Rankings; Pakistan Among Bottom Four In the latest update from the Henley Passport Index for 2025, the United States has dropped to 10th place—its lowest ranking in the index’s 20-year history. Once the top-ranked passport in 2014, the US now trails behind 33 countries in terms of […]
Indus River Sees Medium Flood at Key Points as Inflows Rise ISLAMABAD – The Flood Forecasting Division has reported that the Indus River is experiencing medium flood levels at several barrages including Kalabagh, Chashma, and Guddu, as high volumes of water continue to flow into the river system. At Tarbela, one of the primary reservoirs, […]
Addressing an event in Islamabad on Wednesday, she said the government will focus on its implementation and execution. She said we have to embrace the technology to take the country forward on the path of progress and development. At present, there does not exist any AI-specific regulatory structure in Pakistan; however, a number of initiatives, […]
ADB Flags Modest Growth for Pakistan Despite Interest Rate Cut ISLAMABAD – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has noted that Pakistan’s economy continues to face modest growth, even after the State Bank of Pakistan reduced the policy interest rate by 1.5% by the end of June 2025. In its latest economic outlook, the ADB reported […]
According to the sources, the authority has decided to expand Sukkur Airport along with its runway to meet international standards. Simultaneously, Dera Ismail Khan Airport will undergo a complete reconstruction to transform it into a modern facility. The Board of Directors has also approved the upgradation and expansion of Rahim Yar Khan Airport, which includes […]
Balochistan Honor Killing: Victim’s Mother Defends Tribal Chief, PM Orders Investigation QUETTA – A disturbing twist has emerged in the high-profile Balochistan honour killing case, as the mother of the slain woman, Bano, defended the murder and publicly urged authorities to release tribal leader Sardar Sher Baz Satakzai. In a video statement that has sparked […]
Roshan Digital Account Sees Strong Growth, Reaches 832K Accounts by June 2025 KARACHI – The State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) Roshan Digital Account (RDA) initiative continues to show strong momentum, with total registered accounts reaching 831,963 by the end of June 2025. This marks an increase of 8,739 accounts from May’s total of 823,224. Launched […]
Light Rain, Cloudy Skies Bring Relief to Karachi; PMD Warns of Heavy Rainfall in Northern Regions Light rainfall and drizzling were reported in several parts of Karachi on Wednesday morning, including Lyari, Mauripur, Clifton, Baldia Town, and various areas of the Malir district. Localities such as Landhi, Korangi, and Shah Faisal Colony also experienced rainfall […]
The NDMA in an update shared that a total of 242 people have died in incidents linked to nearly a month of heavy monsoon rains in the country started on June 26. “Since June 26 up to July 22, 242 people have lost their lives, including children and women,” the national disaster management agency said […]
Pakistan Accuses India of State-Sponsored Terrorism at UN Security Council UNITED NATIONS – Pakistan’s Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Usman Jadoon, strongly rebuked India for its allegations during a heated UN Security Council session on Tuesday. He accused New Delhi of sponsoring terrorism in Pakistan and violating international norms. “It is India which […]
