Pakistan Prepares for Two-Phase IMF Talks Amid Flood Challenges ISLAMABAD — Pakistan is gearing up for two rounds of crucial discussions with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), sources confirmed. The first phase will focus on technical matters, followed by high-level policy negotiations. Officials said meetings are scheduled with the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of […]
The meeting was also attended by US Consul General Charles Goodman, Political Officer Jared Hansen, Principal Secretary Agha Wasif, and other officials. Matters including flood response, food security, energy, security cooperation, and investment opportunities were discussed. During the talks, the Chief Minister reaffirmed his commitment to launching the Keti Bunder Port Project, terming it a […]
PM Highlights Pakistan’s Reforms in Meeting with World Bank President New York: Prime Minister Sharif met with World Bank Group President Ajay Banga on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly, updating him on Pakistan’s wide-ranging reform agenda. The discussions covered efforts in resource mobilization, energy sector reforms, privatization, and measures aimed at […]
PM Hails IMF Support as Pakistan Shows Signs of Economic Recovery New York: Prime Minister [Name] praised the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for its enduring support to Pakistan during a meeting with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly session. The Prime Minister highlighted the IMF’s constructive partnership […]
PIA Gets UK Cargo Licence, Faces Audit Heat Over Unpaid Dues ISLAMABAD – Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has secured approval to operate direct cargo flights from Pakistan to the United Kingdom, a development seen as a major boost for the airline’s international operations. According to officials, the licence was granted after a joint on-site audit […]
Indus, Sutlej Rivers Experience Low Flood Levels ISLAMABAD – The Federal Flood Division (FFD) reported on Wednesday that the Indus River is currently in a state of low flood at Guddu and Sukkur barrages. At Kotri Barrage, water inflow has been measured at 398,300 cusecs, with an outflow of 371,600 cusecs. Upstream at Guddu Barrage, […]
Sindh Warns Vehicle Owners to Replace Old Number Plates KARACHI – The Sindh government has once again directed all vehicle owners to replace their old and yellow-colored number plates with the new series by next month. According to an official notification, non-compliance with the directive will lead to heavy fines and possible legal action under […]
Shehbaz Sharif Meets World Leaders at Arab-Islamic Summit ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a series of informal and formal meetings with world leaders during his visit to the Arab-Islamic Summit. According to details, the Prime Minister exchanged warm greetings and a friendly handshake in an informal meeting attended by U.S. President Donald Trump […]
Girl Rescued from Karachi Software House; Eight Arrested After Armed Clash KARACHI – A girl allegedly held inside a software house in Gulshan-e-Iqbal was rescued after her family rushed to the spot, sparking a violent confrontation, police said on Tuesday. According to officials, the girl managed to contact her family over the phone. When they […]
Pakistani Delivery Riders Battle Floods and Poverty Amid Monsoon Rains LAHORE/KARACHI – Wading through waist-high floodwater in Lahore’s old quarter, 19-year-old Abbas kept moving with his delivery bag, his jeans soaked and sandals slipping. The risk of electrocution and disease didn’t matter as much as the fear of losing his job. “If I don’t deliver […]
