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Iran Air launches first direct Flight from Quetta

Iran Air launches first direct Flight from Quetta

Iran Air has launched its first-ever direct flight route connecting Quetta, Zahedan, and Mashhad, marking the start of regular commercial air service between these culturally rich cities. Pakistan’s Ambassador to Iran, Mohammad Mudassir Tipu, welcomed the move, calling it the fulfillment of a long-standing regional demand. “I’m delighted that Iran Air has started direct flights … Read more

Switzerland Work Visa: Requirements and How to Apply

Switzerland work visa: Eligibility, application process explained

Switzerland continues to be a popular choice for professionals looking to advance their careers, enjoy a high quality of life, and experience cultural diversity. The country is known for its strong economy and status as a global business center, offering a wide range of job opportunities for both skilled and unskilled workers from around the … Read more

Pakistan and China warn Israel against Gaza takeover in UN Security Council

Pakistan and China warn Israel against Gaza takeover in UN Security Council

UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan and China have issued a strong warning to Israel at the UN Security Council, urging it to abandon any plans to occupy Gaza, calling such actions a dangerous provocation and a violation of international law. During the emergency meeting in New York, Pakistan’s envoy Asim Iftikhar condemned Israel’s recent announcement about taking … Read more

Traffic accidents claim 546 lives in Karachi in 2025

Traffic accidents claim 546 lives in Karachi in 2025

At least 546 people have died in traffic accidents across Karachi during the first seven months of this year, according to rescue officials. The data showed that 8,136 people were injured in various road accidents during the same period. Heavy vehicles were involved in crashes that killed 165 people. Among the total fatalities, there were … Read more

Pakistan urges UNICEF to step in over Indian Vaccine Supply delays

Pakistan urges UNICEF to step in over Indian Vaccine Supply delays

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Ministry of National Health has contacted UNICEF to raise concerns over delays by India in supplying polio, measles, and typhoid vaccines, News reported, citing sources. Sources said Pakistan has asked UNICEF to urgently resolve the issue to make sure these essential vaccines arrive on time. UNICEF has assured Pakistan that it will work … Read more

PM Shehbaz congratulates Azerbaijan on historic peace deal with Armenia

PM Shehbaz congratulates Azerbaijan on historic peace deal with Armenia

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev to congratulate him on signing a historic peace agreement with Armenia, ending a three-decade-long conflict over the Karabakh region. During the conversation, PM Shehbaz praised President Aliyev’s visionary leadership in bringing the dispute to a peaceful conclusion. He also acknowledged former US President Donald Trump’s role … Read more

Punjab CM opens doors for students with new “Honhaar Scholarships Program”

Punjab CM opens doors for students with new “Honhaar Scholarships Program”

LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced the launch of the next phase of the Honhaar Scholarship Programme. In a post on X, she said the Honhaar Scholarship Portal is now open for a new round of applications and urged students to apply with confidence and dedication. “My dear students of Punjab! Your … Read more

Field Marshal Asim Munir Warns India Against Further Aggression

Field Marshal Asim Munir Warns India Against Further Aggression

Field Marshal Asim Munir has said that India has pushed the region to the brink of war, warning that any further mistake would prove dangerous. Speaking to the Pakistani community during his visit to the United States, he said that Pakistan has waged a successful diplomatic campaign against India’s discriminatory and duplicitous policies. He condemned … Read more

Weather update; More monsoon rains predicted across Pakistan

Widespread monsoon rains expected in Pakistan from August 17

More rains of different intensities are expected in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and several other parts of Pakistan on Sunday evening or night and on Monday. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said that a seasonal low is present over north Balochistan, while monsoon winds from the Arabian Sea are entering the upper parts of the country. A … Read more

Pakistan plans to build $10 Billion Railway track that’s connect with Central Asia

Railway fares increase for trains; Check details

Federal Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi announced that Pakistan Railways will complete several key projects this year, including its digitalization, upgradation, and outsourcing. He said the ministry will upgrade Faisalabad Railway Station to modern international standards within the next 45 days. Speaking to the media during his visit to Faisalabad Railway Station on Saturday, Abbasi … Read more

Tougher Solar panels in Pakistan, give power in heat, storms, and dust

Tougher Solar panels in Pakistan, give power in heat, storms, and dust

KARACHI: Pakistan’s solar industry is changing fast as factories, textile hubs, and large developers look for ways to meet rising electricity demand while keeping costs under control. But the country’s shift to clean energy faces big challenges from harsh weather, including hailstorms, extreme summer heat, heavy dust, and unpredictable monsoon floods. To cope with these … Read more

Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan Today – 10 August 2025

Pakistani rupee registered gains against various foreign currencies in open market as the buying and selling rates of Euro, Saudi Riyal and UK Pound changed on Sunday. On August 9, US Dollar’s buying rate stood at Rs283.8 while selling rate hovered at Rs285, according to forex.pk Euro’s (EUR) buying rate stood at Rs330.2 and the … Read more

Gold Rate in Pakistan Today – 10 August, 2025

Gold Rate in Pakistan Today – 10 August, 2025

As of today Sunday, August 10, 2025, the gold price in Pakistan is Rs. 362,700 of 24K per tola. According to the Saraffa Association, the price of 24-karat gold per tola increased by Rs. 500 and stood at Rs. 362,700 while the rate for 10 grams stood at Rs. 310,956 after recording a surge of … Read more

BTC TO PKR – Today’s Bitcoin price in Pakistan on August 10, 2025

The rate of Bitcoin (BTC) in Pakistani Rupee (PKR) will Bitcoin (BTC) in Pakistani Rupee (PKR) is Rs 33,219,715 on 10 August 2025. Bitcoin to PKR (Bitcoin Price in Pakistan) 1 BTC = 33,219,715 Pakistani rupees. The price of Bitcoin fluctuates constantly due to various factors such as market demand, investor sentiment, regulatory changes, and … Read more

BTC TO USD – Today’s Bitcoin price in Dollar on August 10, 2025

As of 10 August 2025, the Bitcoin to USD exchange rate stood at $117,508.85. Bitcoin’s value in dollars reflects the dynamic nature of the cryptocurrency market. Investors and enthusiasts closely monitor these fluctuations to make informed decisions regarding buying, selling, or holding Bitcoin. Bitcoin price in Dollar Today Bitcoin to USD Rate: 117,508.85 Dollar The … Read more

Pakistan-US trade surplus surges past $4 billion with 16% growth

Pakistan-US trade surplus surges past $4 billion with 16% growth

The trade relationship between Pakistan and the United States has demonstrated significant growth in the latest fiscal year, with the bilateral trade volume reaching $7.598 billion—marking a robust 16% increase compared to the previous year. Pakistan’s exports to the US rose by 10%, totaling $5.83 billion. Key export categories driving this growth included bed linen … Read more

Starvation crisis in Gaza: 100 children dead amid Israel blockade

Starvation crisis in Gaza: 100 children dead amid Israel blockade

Gaza: Israeli attacks across the besieged Gaza Strip have killed at least eight Palestinians in the latest wave of violence, amid a mounting humanitarian crisis. Since the war began, the death toll from Israeli-induced starvation has surged to 217, including 100 children. The United Nations Security Council is set to convene a rare weekend session … Read more

Pakistan registers first digitally documented birth; Sindh abolishes registration fees

Pakistan registers first digitally documented birth; Sindh abolishes registration fees

Hyderabad: For the first time in Pakistan a child birth has digitally registered. The milestone event took place at a government hospital in Hyderabad, Sindh. According to the Chief Secretary of Sindh’s spokesperson, the initiative is part of a broader digital registration project currently underway across the province. So far, 36 government hospitals and 13 … Read more

Woman named manager of Pakistan Boys’ Under-17 squad

Woman named manager of Pakistan Boys' Under-17 squad

ISLAMABAD: In a move hailed as a new chapter for sports in the country, the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) has appointed Arouj Sohail Butt as the manager for the national Under-17 boys’ football team. This marks a first in the history of Pakistani football, with a woman taking on a leadership role for a boys’ … Read more

Grand Independence Day Gala in Karachi on August 13

Grand Independence Day Gala in Karachi on August 13

KARACHI: The Government of Sindh is all set to celebrate the 78th Pakistan Independence Day with a grand event titled “Marka-e-Haq” on 13th August 2025. The festivities will take place at the National Stadium, Karachi, starting from 6:00 PM onwards. The event will be attended by prominent government officials, including the Chief Minister of Sindh, … Read more

Iran threatens planned Trump corridor envisaged by Azerbaijan-Armenia peace deal

Iran threatens planned Trump corridor envisaged by Azerbaijan-Armenia peace deal

Iran threatened on Saturday to block a corridor planned in the Caucasus under a regional deal sponsored by U.S. President Donald Trump, Iranian media reported, raising a new question mark over a peace plan hailed as a strategically important shift. A top Azerbaijani diplomat said earlier that the plan, announced by Trump on Friday, was … Read more

ISSI hosts commemorative event honoring Nelson Mandela International Day

ISSI hosts commemorative event honoring Nelson Mandela International Day

Islamabad: The Centre for Afghanistan, Middle East and Africa (CAMEA) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Pakistan Africa Institute for Development and Research (PAIDAR), hosted a significant event to commemorate Nelson Mandela International Day. The event began with the national anthems of Pakistan … Read more

Azlan Shah’s wedding chaos after invitation leak

Azlan Shah’s wedding chaos after invitation leak

KARACHI: Azlan Shah, the YouTuber and social media influencer famous for gifting his bride a donkey on their wedding day, has revealed a memorable and chaotic detail from his nuptials over 300 uninvited guests showed up after their wedding card was leaked on social media. The influencer couple, Azlan Shah and Dr. Warisha Javed Khan, … Read more

PM Shehbaz Sharif meets Balochistan student Ikramullah Kakar

PM Shehbaz Sharif meets Balochistan student Ikramullah Kakar

Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Ikramullah Kakar, a student from Balochistan who recently secured third position in the matriculation exams under Rawalpindi Board. Ikramullah had first met the Prime Minister in 2022 during his visit to Qila Saifullah, where the PM encountered the student in a relief camp. At the time, Ikramullah’s family … Read more

Pak-Turkiye Foreign Ministers hold telephonic conversation

Pak-Turkey Foreign Ministers hold telephonic conversation

Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, held a telephonic conversation with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan late last night. The two leaders discussed bilateral cooperation as well as key regional and global issues. During the call, both ministers expressed deep concern over the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Deputy Prime Minister Dar … Read more