07 Mar, 2026
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Pakistan’s E-Commerce Wake-Up Call, Temu Proves Cheap Comes at a Cost

Temuโ€™s rapid penetration into Pakistanโ€™s e-commerce landscape has come at a cost far greater than discounted goods. While consumers were drawn in by ultra-low prices and free delivery, the platformโ€™s operations have laid bare the gaps in Pakistanโ€™s regulatory and enforcement systems. What began as a wave of bargain-driven enthusiasm is now prompting serious questions […]

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Pakistan Restricts Road Travel for Arbaeen Pilgrims Amid Security Concerns

In a move aimed at safeguarding citizens, Pakistan has officially prohibited road travel for pilgrims heading to Iran and Iraq for this yearโ€™s Arbaeen observances. The decision was announced by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, who emphasized that national security concerns were at the core of this policy shift. โ€œFollowing detailed discussions with the Ministry of […]

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IMF Dismisses Pakistanโ€™s Marginal Power Subsidy Plan for Industry

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reportedly rejected a proposed energy relief package from Pakistanโ€™s Ministry of Energy that sought to offer surplus electricity to industrial sectors at marginal cost. According to informed sources, the proposal involved providing up to 8,000 megawatts of surplus electricity to industries โ€” specifically AI, data mining, and manufacturing โ€” […]

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Pakistan Air Force Shines at RIAT 2025 with JF-17C and C-130 Awards

The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has earned global acclaim after winning prestigious awards at the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) 2025, one of the worldโ€™s largest and most respected airshows, held annually in the United Kingdom. This yearโ€™s event brought international attention to the JF-17C Block III, Pakistanโ€™s advanced multi-role fighter jet, and the legendary […]

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Massive Crackdown in Kohistan Scandal: NAB Recovers Rs25 Billion in Assets

In a major move against entrenched corruption networks, the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has escalated the high-profile Kohistan corruption case to the status of a formal investigation. As part of this broader effort, NAB has managed to recover and freeze assets totaling an estimated Rs25 billion. The operation began with the arrest of Muhammad Ayub, […]

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Eggs and Longevity: New Research Backs Heart-Healthy Benefits for Older Adults

A new study by researchers at Monash University, Australia, has uncovered compelling evidence linking regular egg consumption to improved cardiovascular health and life expectancy in older adults. The findings, published in the Nutrients journal, analyzed dietary habits of 8,756 participants aged 70 and above. Those who consumed 1โ€“6 eggs per week had a 29% lower […]

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โ€˜Battle for Truthโ€™ Declared as Theme for Pakistanโ€™s Independence Day 2025

The Government of Pakistan has officially announced that Independence Day 2025, celebrated on August 14, will revolve around the central theme of โ€œMarka-e-Haqโ€, translated as the Battle for Truth. This yearโ€™s theme was confirmed during a planning session chaired by Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal, reflecting directives from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to align the national […]

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Temuโ€™s Pakistani Honeymoon Ends as Users Delete the App in Protest

For months, Temu carved a place for itself in the carts of Pakistani shoppers by offering suspiciously cheap prices on everything from kitchen gadgets to fake Crocs. Now, that honeymoon appears to be over. Since the start of July, shoppers across Pakistan have reported massive and abrupt price increases on Temu โ€“ some as high […]

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Bank Makramah Limited Accelerates Recapitalization with Major Capital Injections and Strategic Asset Sale, Signaling Robust Future Growth

Karachi, July 4, 2025 โ€“ Bank Makramah Limited (BML) is making significant strides in its recapitalization efforts, reinforcing its commitment to long-term financial stability and growth. This progress is supported by a recent PKR 5 billion deposit from His Excellency Nasser Abdulla Hussain Lootah, BMLโ€™s esteemed Sponsor. This amount, to be recorded as an advance […]

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Electricity Relief Incoming: NEPRA Approves Base Tariff Cut of Rs1.15 per Unit

The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has announced a Rs1.15 per unit decrease in Pakistanโ€™s basic electricity tariff, aiming to ease the burden of high energy costs. The decision, made official on Wednesday, awaits final notification by the federal government before implementation. This adjustment comes in response to the federal government’s proposal to reduce […]