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Ishaq Dar Urges Muslim Countries to Unite Against Terrorism, Calls for Stronger Ummah Solidarity
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar has called on Muslim nations to unite against terrorism and reinforce harmony within the Muslim Ummah. Speaking at the concluding ceremony of the First International Qiraโat Competition in Islamabad, Dar emphasized the need for collective strength, shared purpose and stronger religious guidance to confront growing global […]
UAE Not Issuing Visas to Pakistanis Over Criminal Activity Concerns, Senate Body Told
Pakistanโs Senate Functional Committee on Human Rights was briefed on Thursday that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is currently not issuing visas to Pakistani citizens due to concerns related to criminal activity and misuse of Pakistani identification documents. The disclosure was made by Additional Interior Secretary Salman Chaudhry, who delivered a detailed briefing on rising […]
Pakistan Consolidates Macroeconomic Gains, Says Finance Minister Aurangzeb
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has said that Pakistan is steadily consolidating its macroeconomic gains, with key indicators showing promising improvements across multiple productive sectors. Speaking at an event in Islamabad, the minister outlined the countryโs progress in restoring economic stability and accelerating sectoral growth. He highlighted that cement, fertilizer, automobiles, mobile phones and large-scale manufacturing […]
Pakistan and Nigeria Vow to Deepen Economic and Business Cooperation
Pakistan and Nigeria have reiterated their commitment to expanding economic ties, with a particular focus on strengthening business-to-business collaboration across mining, renewable energy and industrial development. The reaffirmation came during a meeting between Federal Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb and a 13-member Nigerian delegation in Islamabad. The visiting delegation, led by Federal Commissioner Imo Effiong […]
Govt Fails to Tackle Smog as Air Quality in Lahore Remains Worst
Despite a series of anti-smog measures, the Punjab government has failed to make any noticeable improvement in the provinceโs deteriorating air quality, with Lahore once again topping the list of the worldโs most polluted cities on Monday, reported 24NewsHD TV channel. According to real-time air quality data, Lahoreโs Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at […]
Turkiye Stands With Pakistan in Every Challenge: PM Shehbaz
Premier highlights deep religious and cultural ties between Pakistan and Turkiye Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistanโs enduring friendship with Turkiye, saying that the two nations have always stood by each other through every challenge and triumph. Speaking as the guest of honour at a ceremony celebrating Turkiyeโs 102nd Republic Day, the Prime Minister paid […]
Lahore Tops List of Worldโs Most Polluted Cities with AQI 253
LAHORE: Despite government measures to combat rising smog levels, Lahore has once again earned the grim distinction of being the most polluted city in the world, with its Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 253 on Thursday, according to a report by 24NewsHD TV. The Punjab governmentโs ongoing anti-smog efforts, including the use of smog […]
Tomato Prices Soar to Rs700 per Kilogram Across Pakistan
Consumers across Pakistan are facing another wave of inflation as tomato prices have skyrocketed to unprecedented levels, reaching up to Rs700 per kilogram in major cities. The sudden surge in vegetable prices has intensified financial pressure on households already coping with rising food costs. In Karachi, tomatoes are now selling between Rs500 and Rs700 per […]
Free Entry Announced for PakistanโSouth Africa Test in Rawalpindi
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced free entry for cricket fans for the second PakistanโSouth Africa Test match, scheduled to begin on October 20 at the Pindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi. According to details shared by the PCB on Friday, spectators will be allowed to enter the stadium free of charge, with access granted […]
Punjab Announces New School Timings for Winter 2025โ26
The Punjab government has announced new winter school timings for both public and private educational institutions across the province, effective from October 16, 2025, until March 31, 2026, according to an official notification issued by the School Education Department. The updated schedule aims to accommodate the seasonal shift and ensure a smooth and consistent academic […]