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All Airports in Pakistan to Go Cashless in Major Digital Transformation
Pakistan is taking a major step toward a digital future — the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) has announced that all airports across the country will soon become fully cashless, marking a historic transformation in the nation’s aviation and financial sectors. Under this initiative, passengers and airport staff will be able to access all services — […]
Pakistan, Iran Agree on New Trade and Transport Cooperation
Aleem Khan orders early clearance of Iranian trucks to boost regional trade flow In a significant development for regional connectivity, Pakistan and Iran have agreed to expand cooperation in trade, transport, and logistics, marking a new phase in bilateral economic engagement. The understanding was reached during high-level talks in Islamabad, attended by Pakistan’s Federal Ministers […]
Qatar Signs Protocol to Invest $3 Billion in Pakistan
In a major boost to Pakistan’s foreign investment portfolio, Qatar has signed a protocol committing to invest $3 billion in Pakistan through the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) and other designated financial channels. The agreement was finalized at the conclusion of the Sixth Session of the Pakistan-Qatar Joint Ministerial Commission on Economic, Trade, and Technical Cooperation, […]
Lahore Tops List of World’s 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 government’s ongoing anti-smog efforts, including the use of smog […]
Pakistan Targets 3.5% Economic Growth Despite Floods, Says Finance Minister Aurangzeb
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan remains on track to achieve a 3.5 percent economic growth rate this fiscal year despite the devastating impact of recent floods, said Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, in an interview with CGTN America. The finance minister said Pakistan’s macroeconomic stability had been consolidated through fiscal discipline, improved foreign exchange […]
Court Issues Non-Bailable Arrest Warrants for Ali Amin Gandapur in Liquor and Illegal Weapons Case
A district and sessions court in Islamabad has issued non-bailable arrest warrants for former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chief minister and PTI leader Ali Amin Gandapur after he repeatedly failed to appear before the court in a case related to the alleged recovery of liquor and illegal weapons. The warrants were issued on Tuesday during proceedings presided […]
IMF to Receive Briefing on Pakistan’s New National Tariff Policy Today
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation currently in Pakistan will be briefed today on the macroeconomic implications of the country’s newly introduced National Tariff Policy 2025–2030, according to official reports. The meeting aims to provide the global lender with a comprehensive understanding of the policy’s expected impact on trade, fiscal management, and industrial growth. The […]
Iran Welcomes Saudi-Pakistan Defense Pact, Calls It Start of Regional Security System
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has endorsed the recently signed defense agreement between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, hailing it as the foundation for a wider regional security framework led by Muslim states in West Asia. Speaking at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on Wednesday, Pezeshkian described the agreement as a “good start” […]
PM Shehbaz Sharif Meets Kuwaiti Crown Prince in New York, Reaffirms Historic Ties
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, currently in New York for the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, held a significant bilateral meeting on Tuesday with Kuwaiti Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah. The meeting highlighted the deep-rooted and brotherly ties that Pakistan and Kuwait have nurtured over decades. The prime minister conveyed […]
China Sends Major Relief Package for Pakistan’s Flood Victims
The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of China has dispatched a significant relief package to support Pakistan’s flood-affected communities, reaffirming the strength of the Pakistan-China friendship in a time of crisis. According to reports, the emergency aid package consists of 12,000 special tents, 100 diesel generators, 50 water filter pumps, and 300 solar power systems. Medical […]