Pakistan
Air Pollution Engulfs Punjab Cities with Onset of Winter
As winter sets in, air pollution has once again gripped major cities across Punjab, with Lahore topping the list of the most polluted cities in the world on Tuesday. According to the Air Quality Index (AQI), Lahore recorded an alarming 339 reading of hazardous particulate matter, categorizing the air quality as “extremely unhealthy.” The thick […]
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 […]
Governor Kundi to Administer Oath to Newly-Elected KP Chief Minister Today
PESHAWAR – Preparations are in full swing at the Governor House Peshawar as Governor Faisal Karim Kundi is set to administer the oath of office to the newly elected Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sohail Afridi, today at 4:00 PM. Governor Kundi, who returned to Peshawar after completing his official visit to Karachi, confirmed that […]
Pakistan condemns cross-border aggression by Afghan Taliban regime
Pakistan has strongly condemned the cross-border attacks carried out by the Afghan Taliban regime during the night between October 11 and 12, terming the aggression a violation of international norms and principles of good neighborliness. According to a statement issued by the Foreign Office, the unprovoked attacks along the Pak-Afghan border were described as an […]
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 […]