Petrol prices in Pakistan could decrease by up to Rs9.7 per litre from August 1, following a drop in global oil prices. The reduction in international rates has led to a decrease in the ex-refinery price of petrol by Rs9.7 and diesel by Rs3.73. Sources confirmed that the price of petrol per barrel has dropped […]
Germany’s two-time Olympic biathlon gold medallist Laura Dahlmeier was confirmed dead aged 31 on Wednesday after being hit by falling rocks on a Pakistani mountain. The dangerous nature of the site made rescue efforts “impossible”, her agency said in a statement issued on Wednesday, which confirmed her death. “Rescue efforts to recover her failed and […]
Political parties staged a large protest on Wednesday in Bajaur against the ongoing operation and deteriorating law and order situation in the district, demanding an immediate end to violence. The demonstration, held at Umaray Mamond Chowk, was led by PTI’s district president and former MNA Gul Zafar Khan along with Najib Khan Mamond. A large […]
A meeting of the search committee regarding the appointment of a permanent Chairman of the Higher Education Commission (HEC) was held on Wednesday, while Federal Secretary for Education Nadeem Mahbub has assumed charge as acting HEC Chairman. The meeting of the search committee, formed by the Prime Minister of Pakistan, was chaired by Federal Minister […]
A milk shop owner allegedly killed two people, including the owner of a local dairy farm, for being refused milk supply on credit in the Shehzad Town area late on Tuesday. Police said that the suspect, identified as Yasir Gujar, the purported owner of Gujjar Milk Shop in Al-Habib Market (under Aabpara Police limits), allegedly […]
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday extended its stay order against the implementation of the orders to dismiss employees of the Naya Pakistan Housing Authority (NPHA) under rightsizing until the next hearing. Justice Arbab Muhammad Tahir heard the petition filed by dismissed employees of the Naya Pakistan Housing Authority. Justice Tahir ordered that the […]
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a new deal between the United States and Pakistan for the joint development of Pakistan’s oil reserves — a development likely to factor into ongoing trade discussions between the two countries. In a post on his social media platform, Truth Social, President Trump stated: “We have just concluded […]
A week-long miniature painting workshop is currently underway at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), drawing vibrant participation from professionals across the spectrum, including engineers, doctors, advocates, architects, and artists. Launched on July 28 as part of the 79th Independence Day celebrations, the workshop continues to blend tradition with contemporary engagement, offering a […]
Islamabad’s long-awaited model jail is set to be made operational in three phases, with the first phase expected to begin by the end of August. The second phase will conclude within 90 days by October 31, while the final phase is scheduled for completion by December 31, 2025. Once the first phase is complete, between […]
The federal cabinet has approved the National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy for 2025, aimed at harnessing technology to drive economic growth. The policy targets training one million AI professionals, offering 3,000 annual scholarships, developing 1,000 local AI products, and launching 50,000 AI-related projects by 2030. Chairing the cabinet meeting on Wednesday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif […]