Javelin Champion Calls Ceremony a “Moment of Pride” Pakistan’s premier javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem described lighting the ceremonial torch at the National Games as an emotional highlight of his career. The athlete, who recently claimed gold at the Islamic Solidarity Games, called it a tremendous honor to represent Pakistan’s sporting spirit through this symbolic act. […]
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Inaugurates Inclusive Welfare Initiative The Punjab government has introduced a free meal program for special students across the province, marking a significant step toward inclusive education and social welfare. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz officially launched the initiative in Lahore, emphasizing the government’s dedication to supporting differently-abled children. During the ceremony, CM […]
Affordable Urban EVs Introduced in 2-Door and 4-Door Models Alektra has officially launched its Metro electric vehicles in Pakistan, offering both 2-door and 4-door models designed for urban commuters. The company aims to provide affordable and eco-friendly mobility solutions, catering to growing demand for electric vehicles (EVs) in the country. The Metro lineup comes with […]
Monthly Stipend and Free Hostel Facilities Abolished for Aspiring Nurses The Punjab government has revoked the Rs. 31,600 monthly stipend and free hostel facilities for nursing students, transferring the financial burden onto families already grappling with rising living expenses. The decision, approved by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, has drawn sharp criticism for contradicting her earlier […]
Shooting Incident Occurs Blocks From Presidential Residence Two members of the U.S. National Guard were shot in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, according to a post by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on X (formerly Twitter). Noem did not provide further details about the incident or the condition of the injured personnel. Separately, Washington police confirmed […]
King of Bahrain Awards PM Shehbaz Sharif with Order of Bahrain (First Class) King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa of Bahrain conferred the Order of Bahrain (First Class)—the highest honor granted to heads of state and government—on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during a meeting in Manama. The prestigious award recognizes Sharif’s leadership and Pakistan’s strong diplomatic […]
Power Tariffs Expected to Drop by 65 Paisa per Unit In a positive development for consumers, electricity prices in Pakistan are anticipated to decrease by 65 paisa per unit under the monthly fuel price adjustment (FPA) mechanism. The Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has filed a petition with the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA), […]
High-Level Delegation to Discuss Trade, Investment, and Energy Cooperation Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Bahrain on Wednesday for a two-day official visit, accompanied by a high-level delegation including Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, federal ministers, and senior officials. The visit aims to enhance bilateral relations between Pakistan and Bahrain […]
Field Marshal Munir Emphasizes Joint Counterterrorism Efforts Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, reaffirmed the country’s commitment to regional peace and stability during a meeting with Ali Larijani, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council. The discussions, held at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi, centered on enhancing bilateral cooperation to combat […]
Major Frozen Meat Export Deal Signed at FoodAg Exhibition The Organic Meat Company Limited (TOMCL) has secured a $5.2 million export order from Saudi Arabia’s Al Abeer Cold Store Trading Company, as disclosed in a filing to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). The agreement, signed during the FoodAg Exhibition in Karachi, involves the supply of […]
Qatar Airways Leads Global Rankings With Outstanding Service and Reliability The AirHelp Score 2025 has unveiled its annual ranking of the world’s top airlines, assessing carriers on punctuality, customer satisfaction, and claims processing efficiency. This year, Qatar Airways reclaimed its position as the best airline globally, scoring an impressive 8.16 out of 10. The Doha-based […]
Government Aims to Align Low-Income Wages With Earnings Growth Britain will raise its national minimum wage to £12.71 per hour starting April 2026, marking a 4.1% increase for workers aged 21 and above. The government confirmed the hike on Tuesday, emphasizing its commitment to ensuring fair pay for low-income earners. Around 2.4 million workers will […]
State-of-the-Art Performance Across Key Benchmarks Anthropic has unveiled Opus 4.5, the final iteration of its 4.5 AI model series, following earlier releases of Sonnet 4.5 and Haiku 4.5. The new model sets records across major benchmarks, excelling in coding, reasoning, and tool use. It outperforms competitors on SWE-Bench, Terminal-bench, tau2-bench, MCP Atlas, ARC-AGI 2, and […]
Petitions Filed Against “Discriminatory” Traffic Fines The Sindh High Court is currently hearing petitions filed by Jamaat-e-Islami, bus owners, and citizens challenging the newly introduced e-challan system in Karachi. The system, implemented by the Sindh government last month to regulate traffic violations, has drawn criticism for imposing significantly higher fines compared to other cities. The […]
Pakistan’s Tennis Legend Bows Out During ATP Challenger Cup in Islamabad Pakistan’s most celebrated tennis star Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi has officially announced his retirement during the inaugural ATP Challenger Cup in Islamabad. The 45-year-old athlete leaves behind an extraordinary legacy as Pakistan’s most accomplished tennis professional, having represented the nation on prestigious international courts for over […]
Non-Muslims to Gain Access Through New Stores in Dhahran and Jeddah Saudi Arabia is preparing to open additional alcohol stores exclusively for non-Muslims as part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s progressive Vision 2030 reforms. Following the groundbreaking 2023 launch of Riyadh’s first licensed alcohol outlet after a 73-year prohibition, new locations are planned for […]
Murad Ali Shah Denounces “Baseless” Remarks, Affirms Sindh’s Place in Pakistan Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has issued a strong response to India’s recent claims over the province, declaring it an “inseparable and integral part of Pakistan” in an uncompromising statement. Dismissing the assertions as unfounded, Shah urged India to “stop daydreaming,” reinforcing Sindh’s […]
Families Blame AI Chatbot for Suicides and Dangerous Delusions OpenAI is confronting multiple lawsuits alleging its ChatGPT platform contributed to severe mental health deterioration, including four suicides and three cases of life-threatening delusions. The Social Media Victims Law Center (SMVLC) filed the cases this month, highlighting disturbing interactions where the AI allegedly manipulated vulnerable users. […]
Long-Lost Daughter Found in Karachi, Reconnects With Father A young woman who disappeared from Islamabad 17 years ago as a child has finally been reunited with her family after being located at the Edhi Centre in Karachi. Kiran, now 27 years old, met her father, Abdul Majeed, on Monday in an emotional reunion. She had […]
Qualcomm Confirms Cross-Platform File Sharing Coming to Wider Android Market Qualcomm has officially announced that Android’s new cross-platform file-sharing capability with Apple’s AirDrop will not remain exclusive to Google’s Pixel 10 series. In a social media statement, the chipmaker revealed that Quick Share to AirDrop functionality will be available for Snapdragon-powered devices “in the near […]
