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Saudi Arabia Rolls Over Its $3 Billion Deposit for Pakistan
Saudi Arabia has rolled over its US$3 billion deposit for Pakistan for another year after the Saudi Development Fund approved an extension, providing the government with critical external financing support. The rollover ensures that the funds currently held by the State Bank of Pakistan remain available to reinforce the country’s foreign exchange reserves during a […]
Punjab deploys drones in Rawalpindi to monitor traffic violations in real time
Rawalpindi has become one of the first major cities in Punjab to introduce drone surveillance for real-time monitoring of traffic violations, as authorities move toward technology-driven enforcement to reduce road accidents and improve safety standards. The initiative is being rolled out in the city’s busiest and most congested zones, where traditional policing struggles to keep […]
PM Seeks Expanded Turkish Investment in Pakistan’s Energy Sector Amid Deepening Bilateral Cooperation
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has invited Turkish companies to expand their investment footprint in Pakistan’s energy sector, underscoring the government’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with Türkiye through strategic economic collaboration. He made the remarks during a meeting with Turkish Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar, who called on him at the PM […]
FM Aurangzeb Calls for Urgent Action on Climate Change and Population Growth at Pakistan Population Summit
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has underscored the urgent need for Pakistan to confront the dual challenges of climate change and rapid population growth, describing them as critical barriers to unlocking the nation’s full economic and developmental potential. Speaking at the Pakistan Population Summit in Islamabad, the minister highlighted that meaningful progress requires collective responsibility, strategic […]
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 Qira’at Competition in Islamabad, Dar emphasized the need for collective strength, shared purpose and stronger religious guidance to confront growing global […]
Pakistani Players Already Signed by BPL 2026 Franchises Ahead of Draft
Several Pakistani cricketers have already been signed by Bangladesh Premier League franchises for the 2026 season, as teams move early to secure in-form talent well before the official players’ draft. The early recruitment reflects the increasing value of Pakistani players in international T20 leagues, where their all-round abilities, versatility and match-winning performances continue to attract […]
UAE Not Issuing Visas to Pakistanis Over Criminal Activity Concerns, Senate Body Told
Pakistan’s 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 country’s progress in restoring economic stability and accelerating sectoral growth. He highlighted that cement, fertilizer, automobiles, mobile phones and large-scale manufacturing […]
Verdict Reserved After KP CM Appears Before ECP in Haripur Poll Violation Case
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has reserved its verdict on the maintainability objection raised by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi after he personally appeared before the Commission on Tuesday in connection with alleged violations during the Haripur by-election. Afridi’s appearance comes amid accusations of threats to polling staff and claims that he breached […]
By-Elections Across 6 National and 7 Punjab Assembly Seats Set for Tomorrow
Pakistan is gearing up for an important political event as by-elections will take place tomorrow in six National Assembly constituencies and seven Punjab Assembly seats. The Election Commission of Pakistan has completed logistical preparations and moved election materials to all designated polling stations under strict security arrangements. The National Assembly constituencies scheduled for polling include […]