Pakistan’s Trade Deficit Widens Sharply Amid Rising Imports, Falling Exports ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s trade deficit expanded significantly in the first quarter of the current fiscal year, driven by a surge in imports and a decline in exports, official data showed. According to figures released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), imports between July and […]
SHC Suspends Cancellation of Justice Jahangiri’s Law Degree KARACHI – The Sindh High Court (SHC) has halted the implementation of Karachi University’s decision to revoke the law degree of Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri, providing interim relief until the case is concluded. Justice Muhammad Iqbal Kalhoro heard the petition on Friday and issued a stay order […]
PM Shehbaz Returns After UNGA Visit, Meets Global Leaders Including Trump ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif returned home after a high-profile visit where he addressed the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and held key meetings with world leaders. On his arrival at Nur Khan Airbase, Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq and Interior Minister […]
Sherani, Balochistan – October 1, 2025 – Security forces killed seven terrorists linked to the Indian-backed group Fitna al Khwarij during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Sherani District, the military’s media wing reported on Wednesday. Pakistan Army Kills 13 Terrorists Linked to Indian Proxies: ISPR According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the operation was […]
Pakistan Lifts Ban on Donkey Hide Exports After Nine Years ISLAMABAD – The federal government has officially lifted a nine-year-old ban on the export of donkey hides, a restriction that was first imposed in 2015 amid concerns that donkey meat was being sold in local markets as beef and mutton. According to the revised export […]
Heavy Rains, Thunderstorms Expected Across Northern Regions Karak/Buner: Heavy rain accompanied by thunder and lightning lashed Karak city and its surrounding areas on Saturday. In Buner, several localities also reported intense thunderstorms, heavy showers, and even hail. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has warned that a strong westerly weather system is likely to hit […]
Federal Government Pledges Peaceful Resolution of AJK Crisis Through Dialogue Islamabad: Ahead of a visit to Muzaffarabad, Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal, reiterated the federal government’s commitment to resolving the ongoing crisis in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) through dialogue, legal channels, and a cooperative approach. Speaking to the […]
President Zardari Highlights Strong Pakistan-China Ties During Visit to China During his recent visit to China, President Asif Ali Zardari emphasized the longstanding friendship and strategic partnership between Pakistan and China, describing his trips as gestures of goodwill and solidarity. Speaking to China Global Television Network, President Zardari noted that his visits aimed to show […]
Pakistan to Pay $1.3 Billion Eurobond in 2026, Finance Minister Confirms Peshawar: Addressing the Pakistan Business Summit in Peshawar, the Finance Minister stated that Pakistan is set to repay a $1.3 billion Eurobond in April 2026. The minister highlighted that the country has already repaid its $500 million Eurobond, which matured on September 30, 2025, […]
BISP Program Empowering Millions Across Pakistan, Says Rubina Khalid ISLAMABAD – Addressing a press conference in Islamabad today, Senator Rubina Khalid praised the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) for its transparency, digital operations, and global recognition for credibility. She emphasized that BISP runs with remarkable efficiency, with administrative costs accounting for only one percent of […]
