Shipping Costs Surge 200% for Pakistani Exporters to US
Shipping rates from Pakistan to the US have increased by over 200%, impacting exporters and competitiveness.
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US stock markets decline amid oil price surge and Fed rate hike concerns
US stock markets fell as oil prices surged due to military strikes between the US and Iran, and Federal Reserve Chair Kevin…
Pakistan’s Higher Education System Struggles with Outdated Curricula and Budget Shortfalls
87% of local employers find university curricula obsolete, and public education spending has dropped to 0.8% of GDP, hindering quality education.
PPP Chairman Denies Engagement Reports
Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari denies reports of his engagement with 'Princess Gloria', stating no match has been finalised.
Rupee Continues Strong Performance Against Dollar
Pakistani rupee continues to gain against US dollar, closing at 277.47 for 229th consecutive day.
40 Million Pakistanis Hold Cryptocurrency Accounts
PVARA Chairman reports 40 million Pakistanis have opened cryptocurrency accounts, making Pakistan one of the world’s largest crypto markets.
Experts Urge Medical Treatment for Obesity in Pakistan
Health experts in Lahore advocate treating obesity as a chronic disease, with 23% of adults in Pakistan living with the condition.
Islamabad to Implement Electronic Parking System
CDA is developing an electronic parking system in seven locations in Islamabad to monitor parking duration and charges digitally.
El Niño now stronger than in last 1,000 years
Study finds El Niño events are now more intense, linking it to global warming.
FBR Directs Officers to Disclose Foreign Citizenship Details
The Federal Board of Revenue has ordered its officers to disclose foreign citizenship, passports, and marriages to foreign nationals. Non-compliance could
Google TV Streamer Price Hikes to $149
Google has raised the price of its 4K streaming box to $149, up $50 from its original $99 price.
US sanctions intensify Iran’s economic crisis
Iranians face rising food inflation and currency depreciation due to new US sanctions campaign.
Pakistan aims for $3bn in food, agricultural exports to Saudi Arabia
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif discusses potential $3bn in food and agricultural exports with Saudi minister during recent visit.
Crude oil prices surge amid US-Iran tensions
US strikes on Iranian launchers and counter-attacks lead to sharp rise in crude oil prices, affecting global energy markets.
Pakistan’s fuel import bill surges by $1.3bn
Pakistan's fuel import bill increases by $1.3bn in March-July period due to rising petroleum imports.
Pakistan Cricket Team Makes Major Changes After Series Loss
Pakistan drops seven players, calls up five new uncapped players and releases head coach following series defeat against England.
AI tool rapidly identifies heart disease in seconds
Doctors have developed an AI tool that can detect heart disease in less than two seconds, using millions of ECGs to extract…
Phil Schiller Steps Down from Apple Leadership Roles
Apple executive Phil Schiller is stepping down from his roles as head of the App Store and Apple events, just before a…
PCB Announces Seven Player Replacements After England Series Loss
The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced the release of seven players and named replacements after the second Test defeat to England in…
Pakistan to Lead Secretariat of Makkah Defence Alliance for Three Years
Pakistan will head the secretariat of the Makkah Defence Alliance for three years, as part of a tripartite agreement to strengthen regional…