U.S. President Donald Trump has made a shocking announcement, declaring a 50% tariff on Indian goods. The move is being called a major blow to India’s already struggling economy, with Indian news channel India Today calling it an “economic atomic attack.” According to global media reports, the 50% tariff was announced within the last 24 … Read more
Pakistan’s telecom industry is at a crucial moment, and PTCL is under the spotlight for its big plan to buy Telenor Pakistan. Even though PTCL has secured a $400 million loan from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), questions are being raised about whether it can afford to spend $1 billion on acquiring Telenor Pakistan and … Read more
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has launched a major crackdown on Pakistan’s growing online business sector. The government has introduced new rules to ensure that online sellers, courier companies, and digital marketplaces pay their fair share of taxes and operate within the legal system. Online Sellers Must Register: From now on, all online sellers … Read more
Ali Raza and Anmol Baloch won hearts with their on-screen chemistry in Iqtidar, a blockbuster that took off as a simple love story but quickly became a fan favorite thanks to its powerful lead pair. Viewers were so invested in their connection that many hoped to see their bond blossom off-screen as well. Their joint … Read more
Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori has refused to grant interim relief to K-Electric CEO Moonis Alvi, who is facing a workplace harassment case. The decision came on Tuesday following a formal request by Alvi’s legal team. According to a press release from the Governor’s House, a full hearing of the case — Moonis Alvi vs. … Read more
Uttarakhand, India: A powerful cloudburst in the Uttarkashi district of India’s Uttarakhand state has unleashed deadly flash floods, leaving a trail of destruction in nearby areas and several Indian army soldiers feared missing. The sudden downpour caused a massive rush of mud, rocks, and floodwaters flowing down from the Himalayan Mountains, sweeping away homes, shops, … Read more
CHINA: A sudden outbreak of the mosquito-borne Chikungunya virus in China’s Guangdong province has triggered panic, with over 7,000 cases reported so far—most of them in the city of Foshan, now considered the epicenter of the virus. Authorities have introduced strict measures similar to COVID-era lockdowns. Patients are being hospitalized, placed under mosquito nets, and … Read more
ISLAMABAD: After 19 long years, Kuwait has finally reopened its doors to Pakistani skilled workers, ending a visa ban that had been in place since 2006. This major development is being seen as a turning point in the labor and diplomatic relationship between the two countries. For nearly two decades, thousands of skilled Pakistani workers—such … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The Family Registration Certificate (FRC) issued by NADRA is an important document that includes complete details of all registered family members. This certificate is crucial for Pakistani citizens, as it helps confirm that their family members are officially recorded in NADRA’s system, which is required when applying for other official documents. You can apply … Read more
Islamabad – The Ministry of Interior has issued a formal notification announcing a major decision regarding Afghan citizens living in Pakistan under Proof of Registration (PoR) cards. According to the notification, the voluntary return of Afghan refugees will begin immediately, while the phased repatriation of remaining PoR cardholders will start from September 1, 2025. The … Read more
Users across Pakistan are facing a strange issue on Twitter (now called X) — external links just won’t open. Whether it’s a YouTube video, a news article, or a regular website, clicking on any shared link leads to an error or a blank page — unless you’re using a VPN. The problem seems to be … Read more
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will impose additional tariffs on India within the next 24 hours, citing India’s continued oil trade with Russia as the primary reason. In a recent statement, Trump criticized India’s 25% existing tariff rate and said it would be increased. He called India “not a good … Read more
Pakistan’s tech and gaming scene has just hit a major milestone on the global stage. Fasieh Mehta, a respected industry expert and passionate supporter of Pakistan’s creative economy, has officially joined Google as the Industry Head for Mobile Apps & Gaming – Pakistan. He’ll be working out of Google’s Asia-Pacific headquarters in Singapore. Before this, … Read more
Islamabad: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has officially disqualified several key members of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), including senior leaders Omar Ayub, Shibli Faraz, and Zartaj Gul. According to a notification issued by the ECP, the decision was made after these members were found guilty in different court cases. The disqualification was carried out … Read more
On the occasion of “Youm-e-Istehsal Kashmir”, the Pakistan Armed Forces, including Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, Chief of Naval Staff, and Chief of Air Staff, have once again expressed their full support for the people of Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. According to ISPR, the military stands firmly with … Read more
ISLAMABAD – Indian media’s rush to blame Pakistan for the recent Pahalgam incident in Indian-occupied Kashmir has backfired, as India’s military headquarters has denied the credibility of those claims. In a surprising development, the Integrated Defence Staff (IDS) of India released a statement clarifying that reports circulating on social media—linking Pakistan to the Pahalgam event—are … Read more
ISLAMABAD – Great news for students, employees, and families across Pakistan a much-anticipated long weekend is just around the corner! With four consecutive holidays expected in mid-August, many are gearing up for a welcome break from their daily routines. The festivities will kick off on August 14, as the nation celebrates Independence Day with full … Read more
Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal has announced that Pakistan will send its first astronaut to the Chinese space station in 2026. The announcement came during his meeting in Beijing with Shan Zhongde, Chairman of China’s Atomic Energy Authority and Space Agency. In the meeting, Ahsan Iqbal emphasized the growing cooperation between Pakistan and China … Read more
