Delays Caused by Poor Roads and Traffic Congestion In a shocking yet heartwarming incident, a woman in Hyderabad was forced to give birth inside a rickshaw near the General Hospital gate after being delayed by severe traffic congestion and broken roads. The situation unfolded on a busy weekday morning when the expectant mother, accompanied by […]
Initial exploration phase to bring $80 million investment; total investment may reach $1 billion Pakistan has achieved a major breakthrough in its offshore oil and gas sector after nearly two decades, awarding 23 offshore exploration blocks to four local-led consortia, some partnered with international firms, including Turkiye’s national oil company TPAO. The development marks a […]
Polluted Indian air pushes Lahore’s AQI to hazardous levels; Punjab cracks down on violators Lahore and other major cities across Punjab have been blanketed by thick smog as toxic winds from India worsen Pakistan’s already severe air pollution crisis, reported 24NewsHD TV Channel on Friday. Polluted air masses from Haryana, Ludhiana, Patiala, and Jalandhar have […]
Five out of seven cancelled flights belonged to international carriers Foreign airlines outnumbered local carriers in flight cancellations at Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport on Thursday, as five out of seven scheduled flights were grounded due to technical and operational issues, according to a report by 24NewsHD TV. Airport officials confirmed that both regional and long-haul […]
Karachi’s new e-challan system has issued 4,301 traffic fines in a single day, with the majority targeting drivers who failed to wear seat belts, according to the latest report from the Karachi Traffic Police. As per details shared by DIG Traffic Pir Muhammad Shah, most of the violations were related to basic safety negligence. Out […]
Karachi Traffic Police issued e-challans worth more than Rs12.5 million in just six hours after the implementation of the city’s new digital traffic enforcement system, according to an initial report shared by officials on Tuesday. The rapid enforcement drive marks the first major rollout of Karachi’s automated e-challan system, designed to improve road safety, ensure […]
بینک مکرّمہ لمیٹڈ (بی ایم ایل) نے شاندار مالیاتی بحالی کا سلسلہ جاری رکھتے ہوئے تیس ستمبر دو ہزار پچیس کو ختم ہونے والے نو ماہ کے دوران قبل از ٹیکس ایک ارب پچھتر کروڑ روپے منافع ظاہر کیا ہے، جو گزشتہ سال کے اسی عرصے میں پانچ ارب پانچ کروڑ روپے کے نقصان کے […]
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh, reaffirming the long-standing friendship and strategic partnership between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. The meeting focused on expanding cooperation in trade, investment, energy, and economic development. In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), Prime Minister Shehbaz wrote, “It was […]
Gold prices in Pakistan continued their downward trend on Monday, mirroring declines in the international market. According to data released by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), the price of 24-karat gold per tola fell by Rs. 3,300, settling at Rs. 430,362. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold dropped by Rs. […]
Civil Secretariat, Shadman, Gulberg among worst-hit areas as smog crisis deepens across Punjab There appears to be no respite for Lahore’s residents as the provincial capital once again ranked as the most polluted city in the world, recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 404 on Saturday, according to 24NewsHD TV. The alarming figure placed […]
In a historic achievement for Pakistan’s scientific community, Prof. Dr. Qamar ul Islam from the Institute of Space Technology (IST), Islamabad, has become the first Pakistani to receive individual membership from the International Deep Space Exploration Association (IDSEA). This prestigious recognition underscores Dr. Qamar’s outstanding contributions to the global space science community, particularly in the […]
Walee Financial Services has earned official certification from the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) as a fully Shariah-compliant Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC)—a distinction achieved by only a select few institutions operating entirely under Islamic finance principles. This milestone marks Walee Financial Services as the first and only NBFC in Pakistan’s digital nano-financing sector […]
Bank Alfalah has announced an exciting partnership with flydubai, offering cardholders an exclusive discount of up to 15% on airfare. The collaboration aims to make international travel more affordable for customers while promoting convenient digital banking experiences. The limited-time offer is available to all Bank Alfalah debit and credit cardholders and runs through February 28, […]
Senior police officer Shakeel Ahmad Durrani has officially taken charge as the Director General (DG) of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Karachi, marking a significant leadership transition within one of Pakistan’s key accountability institutions. According to the official notification issued by the Establishment Division, Durrani’s appointment has been made effective for a period of three […]
The price of tomatoes has surged past Rs.500 per kilogram in several parts of Pakistan, triggering concern among consumers already struggling with rising living costs. The sharp increase has made tomatoes more expensive than chicken in many markets, highlighting the widening impact of inflation on essential food items. In Karachi, tomatoes are now selling between […]
Afghanistan has officially withdrawn from the upcoming tri-nation cricket series involving Pakistan and Sri Lanka, following the tragic killing of three Afghan cricketers in a targeted attack. The announcement was made by the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB), which described the incident as a heartbreaking loss for the country’s sports community. According to the ACB, the […]
Social media figures Rajab Butt and Nadeem Nani Wala have once again landed in controversy after a viral video surfaced allegedly showing the two influencers gambling at a casino in London. The footage, which quickly spread across various online platforms, has triggered widespread criticism and debate about influencer behavior and public accountability. According to reports, […]
Hundreds of matric students were denied entry to the mathematics examination in Lahore on Monday after arriving late to their designated centers under the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Lahore. According to reports, the gates of the Lawrence Road examination center were shut at 9 a.m., as per the official schedule, leaving many […]
Karachi, September 28, 2025 — Rotary’s commitment to developing future leaders was on full display as the Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) Committee 2025–26 hosted an interactive RLI Part I & III training session at Abdullah House, Karachi. The full-day program brought together Rotarians from across District 3271 for an immersive learning experience focused on leadership, […]
The Asia Cup 2025 final between India and Pakistan at the Dubai International Stadium was supposed to end with one team celebrating victory on the podium. Instead, the post-match presentation spiraled into one of the biggest controversies in the tournament’s 41-year history. India, after defeating Pakistan by five wickets, walked away without the trophy and […]
