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IESCO announces power suspension programme for Wednesday across several districts

The outages will facilitate infrastructure projects including flyover construction and road widening by the district administration.

Maryam Nawaz Sharif approves Last-Mile Water Supply Project for Punjab

The initiative aims to ensure every citizen has access to safe drinking water by expanding filtration infrastructure across the province.

Serielizados Pro industry day hosts 300 professionals in Barcelona

Punjab School Education Department announces eight IT job vacancies in Lahore

The department is hiring software engineers and database administrators under PPS-8, PPS-9, and PPS-10 pay scales with applications open until 2026.

Pakistan condemns Houthi ballistic missile strikes on Saudi holy sites

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs called the strikes a violation of sovereignty and a disregard for the safety of civilians.

Pakistan government advances development projects worth Rs 213 billion

The Central Development Working Party approved 10 projects and recommended three others for high-level approval to bolster infrastructure and agriculture.

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva wins fourth term as Brazil President

The victory marks the first time a Brazilian leader has won a second round after losing the first since the country returned to civilian rule in 1985.

Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb chairs meeting to develop National Private Equity Framework

The move aims to mobilise domestic institutional capital and create a pipeline of investable opportunities over the next decade.

Al-Shifa Trust seeks Qatar Charity partnership for Somali eye care

The collaboration aims to establish a research centre in Lahore while providing free medical treatment to patients from Somalia.

Pakistan's HEC offers fully funded PhD scholarships in United States

The initiative aims to build national human capital by providing advanced research training at top-tier American institutions.

Chris Brown receives suspended prison sentence for London nightclub assault

The singer was arrested in May 2025 after returning to the UK for a world tour to perform in Manchester.

Israel holds first election since 7 October Hamas attacks

Benjamin Netanyahu seeks a new mandate with Donald Trump's endorsement as the country faces a complex multi-party voting landscape.

Faysal Bank posts PKR 15.2 billion profit for nine months

The bank declared a third-quarter cash dividend of PKR 1.5 per share while total assets exceeded PKR 1.8 trillion.

Trump completes 250 miles of new border wall in United States

The administration is using $46.5bn in new funding to expand barriers and enforce mass deportations as part of a 2024 campaign promise.

Donald Trump labels Norway a shit house country at Michigan rally

The former US President linked the country's failure to award him a Nobel Peace Prize to a lack of welcome for Norwegian immigrants.

Japan opens 39th Tokyo International Film Festival with growth targets

The government aims to sell JPY20 trillion worth of Japanese content overseas by 2033 through production support and attracting foreign shoots.

Pakistan introduces Toshakhana rules to restrict public officials retaining gifts

The new regulations mandate that auction proceeds fund primary education for girls in underdeveloped regions while requiring monthly online transparency.

Andy Burnham becomes British Prime Minister following Labour Party leadership win

The new Prime Minister supports Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's plan to extend the period for migrants to earn indefinite leave to remain to 15 years.

United States remains Pakistan's top export destination for current fiscal quarter

China ranked as the second largest export destination for Pakistan, while the United Kingdom took the third spot during the same period.

Imaan Mazari and Hadi Ali Chatha appeal to Supreme Court against anti-terrorism trial

The trial has reached the cross-examination stage after the court recorded statements from seven prosecution witnesses.

Honda Pakistan offers free interior upgrades for Civic RS Turbo buyers

The promotion provides a premium tan-coloured upholstery package at no extra cost to customers purchasing the brand's top-spec sedan variant.

Rawalpindi ATC defers verdict against Aleema Khan for fifth time

The court has rescheduled the ruling to 26 November following a protest at D-Chowk that saw several activists detained.

RSF drone strikes cause mass power outages across eastern Sudan

The UN warns that these strikes on the power grid threaten the health of millions of people across the country.

CDC and EClear Services expand collaboration to digitise Pakistan capital market

The partnership introduces advanced investor verification and automated payment systems to enhance efficiency for brokers and investors.