Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Naval chief reaffirms commitment to protecting maritime borders

Naval chief reaffirms commitment to protecting maritime borders

Naval Chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf has reaffirmed the Pakistan Navy’s strong commitment to protecting the country’s maritime borders. During his visit to forward posts in the Coastal and Creeks Areas, as well as several naval ships, he addressed officers and highlighted the Navy’s vital role in maintaining regional stability. He stressed that safeguarding national interests … Read more

Huawei reports increase in sales revenue

Huawei reports increase in sales revenue

Huawei, the Chinese tech giant, saw a significant rise in sales revenue in 2024, reaching 862.1 billion yuan (about $120.1 billion), compared to 704.2 billion yuan the previous year, according to its annual report. The company also reported a net profit of 62.6 billion yuan, meeting its projected performance goals. In 2024, Huawei invested 179.7 … Read more

Big relief: electricity prices expected to reduce

Big relief: electricity prices expected to reduce

The Pakistani government is expected to lower electricity prices as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif prepares to meet with top business leaders. According to sources, PM Shehbaz will hold discussions with prominent businessmen on Thursday to brief them on planned reforms in the power sector. The delegation, led by former caretaker minister Gohar Ejaz, will also … Read more

Shehbaz Sharif meets Nawaz Sharif, discusses political situation

Shehbaz Sharif meets Nawaz Sharif, discusses political situation

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with PML-N leader Nawaz Sharif on Wednesday to discuss important economic and political matters. During their meeting, Shehbaz Sharif updated Nawaz Sharif on key national issues, including the country’s economic situation and law and order. He also shared the latest developments in Balochistan. Shehbaz Sharif mentioned that he had a … Read more

Quetta reports first Congo virus death of 2025, cases rise to 41 in Balochistan

Quetta reports first Congo virus death of 2025, cases rise to 41 in Balochistan

Quetta has reported its first death from the Congo virus this year, as an 18-year-old patient from Pishin passed away at Fatima Jinnah General and Chest Hospital. The young man was admitted on March 29 in critical condition and placed in isolation after testing positive for the virus. The National Institute of Health (NIH) has … Read more

President Asif Zardari tests positive for COVID-19

President Asif Zardari tests positive for COVID-19

President Asif Ali Zardari has tested positive for COVID-19 and is currently in isolation, as confirmed by his physician, Dr. Asim Hussain. He is receiving medical care at a private hospital, and all his official meetings have been postponed until he recovers. Doctors have conducted multiple tests to monitor his health. A day earlier, Asif … Read more

Dry and hot weather expected across most regions of Pakistan

Hot and dry weather persist across Pakistan

Islamabad and its surrounding areas are expected to have dry weather, with partly cloudy skies likely in the evening and night. Most districts in the province will also experience dry conditions, while southern regions are expected to be particularly hot. Gusty winds may blow in the afternoon, and some areas, including Zhob, Bar Khan, Musakhel, … Read more

Prime Minister to meet businessmen over energy sector reforms

Prime Minister to meet businessmen over energy sector reforms

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to meet with prominent businessmen on Thursday to discuss proposed reforms in the power sector, according to sources from the Ministry of Finance. The delegation of businessmen will be led by former caretaker minister for industries and commerce, Gohar Ejaz. During the meeting, a significant reduction in electricity tariffs … Read more