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Sector faces challenges in reaching govt’s ambitious $25 billion export goal

Fund will be spent on exploration of metals and minerals in Pakistan

Nawaz, Gohar, Fazl, Siraj, Sherpao among top leaders in fray

Pakistan’s IT exports surged by 17%, reaching $303 million in Dec 2023 as compared to $259 million in Nov

Pakistan’s burgeoning youth voter population, now standing at formidable 56.86 million

One of biggest issues at hand to address is sky-rocketing inflation, which hovers around 40%

In democratic society, active participation of all members is paramount

We have always adopted an oxymoronic attitude towards English

We are living in an age of unprecedented pain and suffering

Major happening of late 70s and of decade of 80s ripped students from their global identities

Decline in planes overflying within borders will negatively impact country’s revenue

Poll supervisor says five officials will be at highly sensitive, four at sensitive, three at C Category stations

Traffic wardens have seemingly accepted defeat as well in trying to enforce bikers to have rear view mirrors

UN condemns Israel for firing on hospital in Gaza; Israel advances in Khan Younis; Palestinian death toll rises

PML-N chief organiser rejects allegations of political vendetta

Skin treatments can only be performed by qualified professionals but there does not seem to be any check and balance

Czech appeals court allows extradition of Nikhil Gupta to the US; accused in a plot to kill a Sikh separatist

Vows to implement party’s 10-point welfare agenda immediately after winning elections

Doctor served as coordinator for polio immunisation programme in Bajaur

Imran says PTI would rather sit in opp than form coalition govt

Iranian army’s air force and navy, aerospace force and navy of the IRGC participated in exercises, says Press TV

Three countries' navies held drills as part of efforts to improve their responses to Pyongyang's nuclear threats

Nine minutes after launch, Falcon 9's upper stage delivers crew capsule to its preliminary orbit

Both Iran, Pakistan signal they don't want to escalate

Ayodhya set for tourism, business boom with new temple

Tehran's reckless and unprovoked attack on a friendly nation demanded a decisive response, says Naveed Hussain

Govt plea says high court transgressed its jurisdiction

Mexico, Chile refer Gaza conflict to ICC over potential crimes

IHC’s Justice Kayani orders provision of security for Baloch protesters, disposes of petition

Amna Baloch expresses gratitude to the European parliamentary recommendations

With 56.86m, they make up 44.22% of total 128.58m

Participants urge genuine change emphasising intra-party polls

Foreign minister attends Ministerial meeting of the 19th NAM Summit in Kampala, Uganda

Experts warn flood-hit population needs motivation to vote on Feb 8

SC appoints Punjab Police officer as amicus curiae in K-P police transfer case

FC-31’s stealth advantages allows it to spot opponents first, launch surprise attacks

Five-member bench to resume hearing Justice Shaukat Aziz Siddqui’s petition

Court again issues notice to legal officer to assist in disqualification period

With three key regional players working behind scenes, Tehran indicates it is ready to lower tensions too

IHC issues notices on Imran Khan’s petitions seeking cessation of prison trial

Biden says Pakistan strikes show Iran not ‘well-liked’ in region

Seeks to encourage private sector participation in management of DISCOs

OGRA announces decrease of 7.81% in RLNG price effective retrospectively from Jan 1, 2024

Announces to retain her position as chairperson of publicly listed company

Customs officials face violence, threats as scam involving 12 importers surfaces

KSE-100 index drops 364.93 points, settles at 63,202.40

Deepen cooperation across railways, economic zones, and infrastructure

Will purchase stock from general public at Rs609 per share

PAJCCI president demands authorities concerned to resolve blockade issue as Pak-Afghan trade ties at risk

SBP’s foreign currency reserves stood at $8,027.4 million, marking $127 million decline compared to previous week

Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa is likely to be worst affected, severe weather may trigger landslides in northern areas

Rs20–30 billion are spent annually on government vehicles despite 50 per cent austerity cuts

Stresses regulatory system to boost investor confidence in digital economy sector in meeting with PVARA chairman

Experts warn early childhood lead exposure can cause irreversible brain damage affecting learning and behaviour

PM issues directives after authorities move to vacate Avenue post-IHC ruling

Fresh cases reported in Bannu and North Waziristan, posing a continued risk to children’s well-being

Leghari says additional gas supplies, which were purchased on spot rates, have arrived in the country

Leadership reaffirms commitment to fair wages and social protection

There is strong consensus among experts that El Niño conditions are likely to develop during the 2026 monsoon season

Police obtain CCTV footage, begin further investigation

Sign an agreement on fisheries sector, with a focus on improving animal health services, modern biological solutions

DPO says attack followed by intense firing, explosions, Miryan Road closed to traffic

Ambassador Mortensen expresses Denmark’s interest in green energy initiatives in Sindh

Suspect involved in 200–250 robberies, 40–50 motorcycles, 300–400 phones, Rs5–6m cash snatched

Discussions included prospects for strengthening the historically significant Pakistan-US partnership

Asia rallies as oil pulls back from peak, tech earnings lift spirits and Japan steadies yen

Fallout may halve exports, slash remittances by 40%, push inflation to 17%

Central bank deposits climb to $15.8b; gold gains on softer dollar

Steering committee approves draft submission as public hearing runs from April 28 to May 14

Revenue collection reaches Rs10.26tr; IMF approves two-step fuel tax hike

See progress on setting up independent tax policy office

Chairman calls on industry to deepen investment in Pakistan across artificial intelligence, robotics, and blockchain

Banks, OGMCs, refineries drive growth; E&P and fertiliser sectors decline

Mega Motor sees spike in EV demand; Engro banks on domestic gas to shield food security

Investor sentiment takes a hit, leading to broad-based selling

Procurement for API, PNR systems to follow transparent bidding under PPRA rules, say sources

Expert briefs committee that the annual impact of 51 days of war on economy is in the range of $10-14b

Oil spike to $126 triggers caution: KSE-100 closes at 162,994

Global oil benchmark Brent crude futures were down $2.05, or 1.7%, to $115.98 a barrel as ​of 1016 GMT

Pakistan, Tajikistan agree to boost transit trade via diversified corridors

Remanded in custody until his ​next appearance at London's Old Bailey ⁠court on May 15

Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei rebukes US' war of aggression, challenges war justifications

More worrying for Europe, the US has floated punishing NATO allies over Iran support.

Says UN will reform to be more effective, cost-efficient, and deliver for people

Dujarric added that the only viable political solution in Myanmar "must be based on immediate cessation of violence

Boeing will supply a mix of narrow-body and wide-body aircraft, including 10 787 Dreamliners and four 737 MAX jets

Conditions going from bad to worse in Gaza

US demanded that cost-cutting include overhauling the UN pension system

Prosecutors said Sharifullah helped the Islamic State group's Afghanistan affiliate

Wang and Rubio last met in-person in Munich in February

Mojtaba stakes Tehran claim on Hormuz

Gulf states trust Pakistan’s role; Islamabad leads regional talks, keeps close Saudi, UAE ties

Iran leader says Gulf future without US, new Hormuz rules to boost stability, economy

'We have seen the fate of your bases in the region; we will also see your vessels,' says IRGC Aerospace Force chief

Germany says it is prepared for possible US troop cuts, stresses importance of transatlantic ties

Saudi Arabia reportedly will stop financing at the end of the season

The Formula 1 action returns in Miami this week

They will in future be eligible to qualify for the Women's World Cup

Their fate was confirmed after a home defeat by Man City

He made history in London marathon on Sunday

He suffered a 13-10 quarter-final defeat against Shaun Murphy

Iran's absence is already threatening to overshadow the meeting

They settled with a 1-1 draw in the Champions League semifinal first leg

They are holding a 10-point lead over Napoli

Their promotion will go down to the final day of the regular season

Devine, Bates and Tahuhu were named in the squad

Inoue will defend his titles for a seventh time

They are one step from a first continental final in decades

PSG edge Bayern 5-4 in the first leg of the Champions League semifinal

She defeated the defending champion 2-6, 6-2, 7-6 (8/6) in the quarter final