Pakistan-US Trade Deal to Boost Exports, Slash Tariffs to Record Low Pakistan is set to benefit significantly from a new trade agreement with the United States, which promises to boost exports and positively impact the country’s economy, lawmakers were informed on Thursday. Speaking during the National Assembly’s question hour, Minister of State for Finance Bilal […]
July Crime Report: Alarming Surge in Street Crimes Across Karachi KARACHI – The latest report by the Citizens-Police Liaison Committee (CPLC) paints a grim picture of law and order in Karachi, as street crime continues to spiral out of control. According to July data, 22 cars were snatched and 197 were stolen from different areas […]
Massive Blaze Destroys Karachi Factory, Sparks Fire Safety Concerns A massive fire tore through a recycling factory in Karachi’s Export Processing Zone (EPZ) on Wednesday, completely reducing the structure to rubble and raising fresh concerns over fire safety in the city’s industrial zones. Officials from the fire brigade declared it a third-degree fire — the […]
Kalashnikov-Carrying Suspect Confesses in Sidra Arab Jirga Killing Case The gruesome murder of Sidra Arab Gul — allegedly carried out on the orders of a local jirga — continues to unravel, as new confessions and evidence surface. Police have officially filed a case under the Punjab Arms Ordinance 2015 following a complaint and investigation. One […]
Pakistan Re-Issues Tender for 100,000 Tons of Sugar After Bids Fail to Meet Standards The Trading Corporation of Pakistan (TCP) has floated a fresh tender to import 100,000 metric tons of sugar, after failing to strike a deal with any of the three firms that previously submitted bids. According to official sources, none of the […]
Sindh Plans New Vehicle Fitness Inspection Centres Across Major Cities KARACHI – Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has instructed the provincial transport department to prepare a fresh proposal—after consulting Wah Industries—for setting up new vehicle fitness inspection centres, according to an official statement. During a recent cabinet meeting, Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon shared details […]
Foreign Firms Begin Inspection of PIA as Privatisation Drive Gains Momentum KARACHI – August 7, 2025: A visiting foreign company has begun its official evaluation of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) as part of the national carrier’s ongoing privatisation process, sources close to the matter confirmed on Thursday. Officials from the firm have been granted access […]
Illegal Kidney Transplant Racket Busted in Rawat Bungalow Raid Victim Rescued Mid-Procedure, Four Arrested, Six on the Run RAWAT – In a shocking discovery, police uncovered a secret illegal operation theatre hidden inside a private bungalow in Rawat, where illicit organ transplants were reportedly being carried out. According to officials, the breakthrough came during routine […]
In a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter), Khawaja Asif claimed that well-known and influential bureaucrats are among those purchasing property and planning to relocate to Portugal. Khawaja Asif further alleged that “these crocodiles have embezzled billions of rupees and are now enjoying a peaceful retired life.” He cited an example, stating that one of […]
In Pakistan, national celebrations are often marked with high enthusiasm, but at times, the manner of celebration becomes a source of disturbance for others. Like in the past, authorities in Islamabad have banned the use and sale of ‘baajas’. In this context, the deputy commissioner of Islamabad has officially prohibited the sale and use of […]
