Pakistan Launches Subsidized Housing Loans for First-Time Buyers ISLAMABAD – The government has unveiled a new initiative aimed at helping first-time homebuyers secure affordable housing loans. Under the program, eligible individuals can apply for loans ranging from Rs 2 million to Rs 3.5 million. The State Bank of Pakistan has set the loan tenure at […]
Pakistani YouTubers Face Legal Action Over Promotion of Illegal Apps and Online Gambling Lahore – Pakistani authorities have registered cases against popular YouTubers Rajab Butt, Anas, and Huraria, following allegations that they promoted illegal apps and online gambling. Officials from the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) said investigations are ongoing and noted that all […]
He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to fostering constructive and forward-looking relations with Bangladesh, based on mutual respect, trust, and shared aspirations for regional peace and prosperity. The “warm and cordial” meeting took place on the sidelines of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). During the discussion, the two leaders reviewed the current […]
Floodwater has submerged low-lying areas of Sehwan and Manjhand and entered dozens of villages, forcing people to move from their homes. The river’s water is seen on both sides of the railway track, and there are apprehensions that the water could affect the track. Indus River has been in medium flood at Kotri Barrage as […]
IHC Strikes Down Property Tax Hike Notifications ISLAMABAD – The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has approved petitions challenging a recent increase in property taxes, declaring that the Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad (MCI) cannot enforce the hike. Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani gave the ruling while hearing petitions filed by Munir Chaudhry and Ahmed Hassan Rana. The case […]
Police Constable Martyred in Gun Attack in Domel BANNU – A police constable was martyred after unknown assailants opened fire on him within the limits of Domel Police Station. According to police, the officer, identified as Constable Abdul Quddus of DSP Sub-Division Wazir Circle, sustained critical injuries in the attack. Rescue 1122 teams rushed to […]
TikToker Arrested for Allegedly Aiding Honey-Trap Kidnappings in Katcha Belt KARACHI – Police have uncovered a disturbing evolution in the tactics of criminal gangs operating in the katcha belt, where abduction-for-ransom cases remain rampant. Initially, the gangs reportedly used fake female voices over phone calls to lure unsuspecting victims into their hideouts. Once this ploy […]
US-Pakistan Ties Improve as Trump Hosts Army Chief, Signs Trade Deal WASHINGTON – Relations between the United States and Pakistan have seen a notable thaw under President Donald Trump, following years of Washington’s tilt toward India as a counterweight to China’s influence in Asia. Ties between Washington and New Delhi, however, have faced strains. India […]
Govt Allows Import of Used Cars with New Policy, ECC Approves Duties and Grant ISLAMABAD – The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC), chaired virtually by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, has approved major changes to the import policy, paving the way for the commercial import of used vehicles. According to the Ministry of Finance, the Import Policy […]
Dar Urges Afghan Action Against Terrorism at OIC Contact Group Meeting . New York – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, speaking at the inaugural session of the OIC Contact Group on Afghanistan, called on the Afghan interim authorities to take firm and verifiable steps to ensure their soil is not used for […]
