ISLAMABAD: Nearly 150,000 people have been moved to safer areas in Punjab after warnings of rising water levels in the Sutlej River, officials said on Tuesday. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) issued early alerts, after which the Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) carried out large-scale evacuation operations. Emergency teams were deployed, and all … Read more
The glitz and glamour of Lollywood often make fans wonder how actors grow and manage their money. Behind the bright lights and red carpets, many stars are making smart financial moves to secure their future. From real estate to tech startups, Pakistani celebrities are putting their money into ventures that match both local opportunities and … Read more
ISLAMABAD: On the instructions of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Pakistan has sent humanitarian aid for Gaza, which has now reached El-Arish International Airport in Egypt. Pakistan’s Ambassador to Egypt, Aamir Shouket, received the aid and thanked Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and officials for their support in transferring the supplies to Gaza. The Deputy Governor … Read more
KARACHI: The Board of Intermediate Education Karachi (BIEK) has announced the results of the 12th Class Science General Group Annual Examinations 2025, News reported. This year, the overall pass percentage stood at 55.59%, as 9,199 students out of 16,549 managed to clear the exams. The competition for top positions was very close, with all three … Read more
Karachi: On the instructions of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) will hold open courts in Karachi on Thursday, August 29, 2025, to listen to public concerns and provide on-the-spot help for document-related issues. In a social media announcement, NADRA said it will hold two sessions at key locations: Mega … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has launched 1 crore digital wallets for beneficiaries of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), calling it a big step towards financial inclusion, transparency, and empowerment. The new system will give people direct digital access to their financial assistance without delays or middlemen. With this move, the government aims to … Read more
The National Highway Authority (NHA) has announced new toll tax rates for the Lahore–Islamabad Motorway (M2). The revised charges will be effective from August 26, 2025, to August 25, 2026. According to the new rates: Cars, Jeeps, and Taxis (Class 1): Rs1,330 (Rs3.72 per km) Wagons (Class 2): Rs2,240 (Rs6.24 per km) Buses: Rs3,130 (Rs8.73 … Read more
LAHORE: Nothing has launched its latest smartphone, the CMF Phone 1, in Pakistan. Packed with modern features and advanced technology, the phone is now available on easy installments without any markup or processing fee. The CMF Phone 1 comes with a 6.7-inch AMOLED display offering a 120Hz refresh rate and 1080 x 2400 resolution for … Read more
KARACHI: Mayor Karachi Murtaza Wahab on Monday visited Gulshan Hadeed to review the ongoing work on two new water supply lines for the area. Speaking to the media, the mayor said that due to the negligence of Pakistan Steel Mills management, the people of Gulshan Hadeed had long been deprived of water. “Residents have been … Read more
Uroosa Siddiqui is one of those actresses people have always loved watching. She has been a part of many hit dramas over the years, and fans also adore her fun, jolly nature. Uroosa often shares her life experiences to motivate others, and her home Vlogs are a big hit with her followers. Recently, fans noticed … Read more
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has confirmed in his latest Power On newsletter that Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 Pro could arrive in a bold new orange (copper-like) color. Here’s a breakdown of the biggest rumored changes coming to the new Pro lineup: New Design With Aluminum Frame: Unlike the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro, which … Read more
The Suzuki Alto, one of Pakistan’s most popular small cars, has seen a huge drop in sales. According to data from the Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA), sales went down by 75% in just one month, from 9,497 units in June to only 2,327 in July. This sharp decline came after the government increased taxes … Read more
DHAKA: Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar said Pakistan and Bangladesh should put aside the disputes of 1971 and focus on building a better future together. Speaking during his visit to Bangladesh, Dar told reporters that the 1971 issue was settled long ago. He explained that the matter was first resolved in 1974, and the documents … Read more
D.I. KHAN: Deadly storms hit Dera Ismail Khan, killing eight people and injuring 47, officials confirmed on Sunday. The storms, with winds recorded at 100 kilometers per hour, caused widespread damage as several walls and roofs collapsed. Authorities released official figures of the losses, confirming the deaths and injuries. Out of the eight people killed, … Read more
LAHORE: Stakeholders have called for urgent regulatory reforms and stronger government support to boost Pakistan’s food exports, which continue to struggle due to high costs, strict quality requirements, and logistical hurdles. Exporters say they face a range of challenges when selling products abroad, from meeting different labelling and packaging rules in every market to securing … Read more
TEHRAN: Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has strongly rejected the idea of holding talks with the United States, saying the Iranian nation will never bow down to American pressure. Speaking at a public gathering, Khamenei made it clear that Iran will not follow the policies of former US President Donald Trump or any other … Read more
Maria B, one of Pakistan’s top fashion designers, has been very vocal in recent years about her opposition to the LGBTQ movement. Many Pakistanis support her for raising her voice in the name of Islam. She spoke up about an LGBTQ-related event in Lahore, which sparked rumors that authorities had served her a legal notice. … Read more
KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has ordered an inquiry into the huge spending on road-cutting projects across Karachi, the News reported. Official documents show that the Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) paid Rs 13.43 billion to 20 towns in Karachi for road cutting and repair work. Among them, New Karachi Town received the … Read more
