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Info Minister Calls for Global Partnership Against Online Extremism at D-8 Media Forum in Baku

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Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has called for stronger cooperation among D-8 countries to counter online extremism, disinformation and rising trends of Islamophobia. Speaking at the D-8 media forum in Baku, he proposed several collaborative initiatives aimed at strengthening digital communication and improving crisis reporting across member states. Tarar suggested forming a joint […]

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Sikandar Raza Milestone : Enters Elite T20I All-Rounders Club

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Zimbabwe Captain Achieves Rare 100 Wickets & 1000 Runs Feat Zimbabwe’s cricket captain Sikandar Raza has cemented his place among the game’s greatest all-rounders by becoming only the third male player in T20 International history to score 1000+ runs and take 100+ wickets. The 37-year-old reached this milestone during Zimbabwe’s tri-series match against Sri Lanka […]

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JF-17 Thunder : Cross-Border Camaraderie at Dubai Airshow 2025

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Indian Officers Engage With Pakistan’s JF-17 Thunder A remarkable display of professional respect unfolded at the Dubai Airshow 2025 as Indian Air Force (IAF) officers showed keen interest in Pakistan’s JF-17 Thunder fighter jet. The officers visited the Pakistan Pavilion, examined the aircraft closely, and posed for photographs beside the multi-role combat jet – a […]

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Dengue Outbreak Sindh Intensifies Across Sindh Province

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Karachi Bears Brunt of Rapid Case Surge Sindh province faces a growing health emergency as health authorities reported 819 new dengue cases within a single day, marking the highest daily count this season. Karachi remains the worst-affected area, contributing 522 cases to the provincial total. The alarming spike has prompted urgent warnings from health officials […]

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Tejas Fighter Crash During Dubai Air Show Demonstration

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Pilot Fatality Confirmed in High-Profile Aviation Incident An Indian Air Force (IAF) Tejas fighter jet crashed during an aerial display at the Dubai Air Show on Friday afternoon, resulting in the death of the pilot. The aircraft, a domestically produced Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), went down near Al Maktoum […]

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PIA Flight Attendant Disappears in Canada, Raising Security Concerns

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Crew Member Goes Missing After Lahore-Toronto Flight Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is investigating the disappearance of flight steward Asif Najam, who failed to report for his return flight from Toronto to Lahore on November 19. Najam was part of the crew that arrived in Canada on November 16 but allegedly vanished from his designated hotel […]

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IBA KARACHI’S CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE IN ISLAMIC FINANCE (CEIF) MARKS A DECADE OF EXCELLENCE, DRIVING GROWTH AND THOUGHT LEADERSHIP IN ISLAMIC FINANCE

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November 21, 2025: The Center for Excellence in Islamic Finance (CEIF) at IBA celebrated its 10-year journey in shaping the future of the Islamic financial landscape in Pakistan with a grand event titled “A Decade of Empowering Islamic Finance,” held at the IBA City Campus. Dr. Irum Saba, Director, IBA-CEIF, delivered the welcome address. She […]

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Corporate Philanthropy in Pakistan Reaches PKR 25.44 Billion in 2024

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Corporate philanthropy in Pakistan has reached a major milestone, with the Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy’s latest report revealing that businesses contributed an impressive PKR 25.44 billion toward social causes in 2023. To celebrate this achievement, PCP held the Corporate Philanthropy Awards 2025 on November 19 at Serena Hotel, Islamabad. Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue […]

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Pakistan Economic Reforms: IMF Report Highlights Governance Challenges in Pakistan’s Economy

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Persistent Corruption Threatens Economic Stability Despite IMF Program The International Monetary Fund’s Governance and Corruption Diagnostic Assessment (GCDA) for Pakistan reveals systemic governance weaknesses continue to hinder economic progress, even as the country stabilizes under a 7billionExtendedFundFacility(EFF).Thereport,requiredforthereleaseofa7billionExtendedFundFacility(EFF).Thereport,requiredforthereleaseofa1.2 billion tranche, identifies corruption as “a persistent challenge” with severe consequences for public spending efficiency, tax collection, and […]

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US-India Defense Deal: US Approves $93 Million Defense Sale to India Amid Strategic Partnership

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Javelin Missiles and Excalibur Munitions to Bolster Indian Military Capabilities The US State Department has approved a significant defense deal with India, authorizing the sale of Javelin anti-tank missile systems and Excalibur guided artillery munitions worth $93 million. The US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) announced the foreign military sale on Wednesday, marking India’s first […]

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Rawalpindi School Security : Division Schools Implement Enhanced Security Measures

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Punjab Government Approves 30,000 Security Personnel Deployment Following recent security threats and the Islamabad district courts suicide attack, education authorities in Rawalpindi division have issued a comprehensive 10-point security advisory for all public and private schools. The Punjab government has approved the immediate hiring of 30,000 retired military and police personnel on daily wages to […]

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OpenAI Launches Dedicated ChatGPT for Teachers

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Free AI Assistant Designed for K-12 Educators OpenAI has unveiled ChatGPT for Teachers, a specialized version of its AI assistant tailored for classroom use. The service will be available free of charge to verified school employees until June 2027, marking a strategic push into the education sector. This initiative comes as students increasingly turn to […]

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Parliamentary Committee Challenges Bank Dress Codes for Women

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Government and Lawmakers Oppose Mandatory Abaya Requirements A parliamentary committee has joined forces with the government to urge the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to prohibit commercial banks from enforcing mandatory abaya policies for female employees. The Senate Standing Committee on Finance raised concerns that requiring women to wear the religious garment violates personal freedoms […]

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بینک مکرمہ لمیٹڈ نے اسٹیٹ بینک کے مقرر کردہ کم سے کم سرمایہ جاتی تقاضے پورے کرلیے — پاکستان کے بینکاری شعبے کی ایک تاریخی تبدیلی

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کراچی، ١٩ نومبر ٢٠٢٥: بینک مکرمہ لمیٹڈ (بی ایم ایل) خوشی سے یہ اعلان کرتا ہے کہ اس نے اسٹیٹ بینک آف پاکستان کے مقرر کردہ کم سے کم سرمایہ جاتی تقاضے (ایم سی آر) کامیابی سے پورے کر لیے ہیں۔ یہ سنگِ میل اسلام آباد ہائی کورٹ کی جانب سے بینک مکرمہ لمیٹڈ اور […]

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Karachi Transport Upgrade: Unveils New Double-Decker and Electric Buses in Transport Overhaul

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Major Public Transport Upgrade Launches Next Week Karachi is poised to revolutionize its urban mobility with the introduction of double-decker and electric buses starting next week. The Sindh government’s ambitious initiative, announced by Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon, represents the largest modernization of the city’s public transport network in decades. These new vehicles will operate […]

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South Korea Marriage Incentive, Offers $38,000 Marriage Incentive to Boost Birth Rates

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Cash Grants Aim to Reverse Record-Low Fertility Crisis South Korea has introduced a bold financial incentive program providing couples with up to $38,000 to encourage marriage, as the nation grapples with the world’s lowest fertility rate of just 0.72 children per woman. The Saha District in Busan launched this initiative as part of urgent national […]

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Fawad Khan Latest Interview, He Explains His Social Media Absence

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Actor Reveals Emotional Reasons for Staying Offline Pakistani superstar Fawad Khan recently addressed his notable absence from social media platforms during promotional activities for his upcoming film Neelofer. Known for his enigmatic persona, the actor offered rare insight into his personal decision to avoid digital platforms, stating simply: “I’m an emotional man.” His candid explanation […]

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Asjad Iqbal Victory: Pankaj Advani in World Cup Snooker Quarterfinals

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Pakistani Cueist Delivers Flawless 4-0 Victory Pakistan’s Asjad Iqbal produced a spectacular performance in the World Cup quarterfinals, demolishing Indian snooker legend Pankaj Advani with a dominant 4-0 win. The Pakistani player showcased remarkable precision, compiling impressive breaks of 81 and 68 to dismantle his decorated opponent. This commanding victory propels Asjad into the tournament […]

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First Lady Aseefa Zardari Attends Abu Dhabi Art Exhibition

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Pakistan’s Cultural Diplomacy Showcased at International Art Event First Lady Bibi Aseefa Bhutto Zardari represented Pakistan at Abu Dhabi Art 2025, held at Manarat Al Saadiyat on November 18, 2025. Her participation underscored Pakistan’s commitment to global cultural engagement and artistic exchange. The high-profile exhibition, organized by the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi, […]

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Pakistan Begins Modern Ship Refueling Service at Karachi Port

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Pakistan has taken a significant step toward modernizing its maritime sector by launching its first fully regulated ship bunkering service at Karachi Port. The development marks a major transformation in the country’s port capabilities and brings local operations closer to global fuel handling and safety standards. The new service was officially announced by Maritime Affairs […]

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