News Desk

Donald Trump delays signing new sanctions and tariffs against Russia

The president argues that immediate punitive measures could jeopardize ongoing efforts to broker a peace deal in Ukraine.

Pakistan revises fiscal year 2025-26 economic growth down to 3.65 percent

The downward revision follows a sharp slowdown in the final quarter of the fiscal year, where growth dropped to 2 percent.

CDA orders recovery of 898 kanals of land in Islamabad

The move follows a National Accountability Bureau complaint regarding illegal encroachment on a site originally designated for a landfill.

Pakistan electricity generation rises 5 percent in September 2026

The average fuel cost of power generation climbed 32 percent to Rs. 9.4 per unit in September 2026.

National Bank of Pakistan updates exchange rates for major global currencies

The Treasury Management Division released new buying and selling prices for the US Dollar, Euro, and several other international currencies.

US issues security alert for Americans in Middle East amid Houthi attacks

The alert warns of potential flight cancellations and travel disruptions as Egypt prepares to provide military support to Saudi Arabia.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to visit Tehran on Monday

Islamabad Traffic Police to launch online driving licence services 19 October

The digital shift aims to eliminate physical visits to police offices by delivering renewed and duplicate licences directly to residents' homes.

Pakistan Establishment Division mandates degree verification and financial surety for returning officers

The new rules aim to ensure civil servants repay state costs and maintain active service after completing foreign scholarships or local studies.

Pakistan reports $18 billion trade data discrepancy to IMF

The gap emerged from inconsistent reporting systems between 2020 and 2025, prompting a government investigation into bilateral trade figures.

World Food Programme to cut Gaza aid as funding falls short

The cuts will reduce daily hot meals from 250,000 to 150,000 and leave families near the Yellow Line with food every other day instead of daily.

Funding shortage delays restoration of Lahore's Walled City

The Walled City of Lahore Authority is requesting billions of rupees to complete infrastructure projects and underground parking plazas.

Lahore Zoo launches animal adoption scheme to raise funds and awareness

Adopters can choose terms from one month to one year and receive certificates while zoo staff remain responsible for all animal care.

Supreme Court allows convict to file petition without surrendering to police

The ruling clarifies that convicts may approach the court directly for appeals if they surrender to the bench rather than to jail authorities.

PTI forms committee to probe failed long march and internal leadership

Sébastien Lecornu convenes crisis cabinet meeting following violent protests in France

The meeting follows a weekend where 1,000 police officers were injured and an estimated 1,500 shops and businesses were looted and destroyed.

Austrian Airlines flight from Israel diverts to Bulgaria over bomb threat

The Bulgarian air force scrambled a MiG-29 fighter jet to escort the plane, which carried 51 passengers and suffered no reported injuries.

Luxury vessel with swimming pool spotted off North Korea coast

GEPCO proposes 50 percent increase to share capital limit

The move follows government directives to expand the utility's capital base ahead of a scheduled extraordinary general meeting in October.

World Bank explores collaboration with Smeda to develop Pakistan's small businesses

The partnership aims to formalise support for underserved areas and address critical challenges like export readiness and green finance.

Uzbekistan raises minimum monthly salary for foreign employees to UZS 1.36 million

The hike follows a presidential decree aimed at adjusting national wages and student stipends across the country.

Foreign Secretary Asim Iftikhar Ahmad highlights innovation in national diplomacy

The official urged diplomats to move beyond reacting to global shifts by proactively shaping international trends through technology and public engagement.

Brazil deforestation rates hit record lows in Amazon and savanna regions

The Cerrado savanna saw a 23.8% drop in deforestation as President Lula works toward a goal of zero illegal deforestation by 2030.

Pope Leo greets crowds in Vatican after lung cancer surgery

The first US pope plans to visit South America in November after surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung.