The fourth draw of the Rs750 prize bond will take place in October 2025 at the National Savings Division office in Muzaffarabad. For many people in Pakistan, prize bonds are still a popular way to invest, as they are considered safe and also give a chance to win big prizes. The Rs750 bond is especially … Read more
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met at the White House to discuss a possible peace agreement for Gaza. Officials say the deal could be a historic step toward lasting peace in the region. According to sources, the proposed agreement includes several key points. The most important is the immediate … Read more
WASHINGTON/DOHA: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has apologized to Qatar for Israel’s attack in Doha, according to international media reports. Sources said Netanyahu made the apology in a phone call to Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani from the White House. The call reportedly took place while Netanyahu was meeting U.S. President Donald … Read more
Intermittent rains and windstorms expected in Karachi and parts of Sindh on Monday night and the next two days. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has reported that a strong low-pressure system is present over Gujrat in India and is expected to move west or northwest. Moist air from the northeastern Arabian Sea is entering southeastern … Read more
Snap Inc., the company behind Snapchat, has announced major changes to its Memories feature, ending the unlimited storage option that has been free since 2016. Now, users will only get 5GB of free storage for their saved photos and videos. Snap says most people use much less than this, but many are upset because it … Read more
Mysterious drone attacks have created tension in Scandinavia, with Sweden directly blaming Russia for hybrid war tactics. Since September 22, unknown drones have flown over airports and military sites in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, forcing the suspension of several flights and raising security concerns. The situation became more alarming when Danish media reported that a … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Federal Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal announced on Monday that the Pakistan Nursing Council (PNC) will be fully digitalized to enhance its work efficiency, transparency, and merit-based approach. Chairing a key meeting on the Council’s affairs, also attended by the Federal Health Secretary and Additional Secretary, the Minister said all PNC operations will soon … Read more
LAHORE: Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP), Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, announced on Monday the launch of Pakistan’s National Youth Employment Policy (NYEP), which aims to create strong job opportunities for young people both at home and abroad. Speaking at Aiwan-e-Iqbal in Lahore, he said the policy includes a wide range of initiatives … Read more
Pakistani rupee remained largely stable against various foreign currencies including Euro, Saudi Riyal and UK Pound in open market on Monday. On September 29, US Dollar’s buying rate stood at Rs282.25 while selling rate hovered at Rs282.5 according to forex.pk Euro’s (EUR) buying rate stood at Rs333.5 and the selling rate at Rs336.5 while UK … Read more
Gold prices in Pakistan opened higher on first day of new business week after they closed at record high in line with the trend in international market previous week. According to the Saraffa Association, the opening price of 24-karat gold per tola stood at 397,700 while the rate for 10 grams stood at Rs340,963. Gold … Read more
As of 29 September 2025, the Bitcoin to USD exchange rate stood at $109,681.95. 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: 109,681.95 Dollar The … Read more
The rate of Bitcoin (BTC) in Pakistani Rupee (PKR) will Bitcoin (BTC) in Pakistani Rupee (PKR) is Rs 32121689.67 on 29 September 2025. Bitcoin to PKR (Bitcoin Price in Pakistan) 1 BTC = 32121689.67 Pakistani rupees. The price of Bitcoin fluctuates constantly due to various factors such as market demand, investor sentiment, regulatory changes, and … Read more
KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has said that a strong low-pressure system has developed over the Gulf of Cambay (Khambhat) and nearby Gujarat in India. According to the Cyclone Warning Centre in Karachi, the system is expected to move west-northwest and enter the Northeast Arabian Sea near Saurashtra, India, around October 1, 2025. It … Read more
On Monday, the findings of an independent study on illicit cigarettes, conducted by Alvarez & Marsal (A&M), were shared with the media. A&M is a leading global professional services firm specializing in forensic analysis and business investigations. The report was presented by Nick Hodsman, Global Head of Anti-Illicit Trade Policy at BAT. The report adopts … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Petrol and other fuel prices in Pakistan are likely to go up from October 1, 2025, as part of the government’s regular price adjustment, according to a source reported on Monday. According to sources, petrol may become costlier by Rs1.97 per litre, while the price of high-speed diesel could rise by Rs2.48 per litre. … Read more
The Sindh government has accelerated preparations to launch Pakistan’s first government-run taxi service, with plans to introduce an electric vehicle (EV) taxi fleet by December 2025. The decision was finalized during a high-level meeting chaired by Sindh Minister for Transport, Sharjeel Inam Memon, where officials were briefed on the progress of ongoing transport projects. Sharjeel … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has made it clear that the new defence agreement between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia is not aimed against any country. Instead, he said, it reflects the two nations’ long-standing friendship and trust, which have now been formally strengthened through proper institutional arrangements. Speaking to Pakistani journalists in London, the Prime … Read more
The State Bank of Pakistan has launched an electronic bikes and rickshaw scheme under which 116,000 e-bikes and 3,170 rickshaws/loaders will be provided in two phases. In the first phase, 40,000 e-bikes and 1,000 e-rickshaws/loaders will be distributed, while the second phase will see the delivery of 76,000 e-bikes and 2,171 e-rickshaws/loaders. For financing, borrowers … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has categorically ruled out any extension in the deadline for filing income tax returns for the tax year 2025, stating that September 30, 2025, remains the final date for submission. In an official clarification issued on Monday, the FBR dismissed reports of a possible extension as “baseless and … Read more
Bangkok: Thailand’s newly-appointed Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has announced plans to hold a national referendum on whether to revoke a longstanding memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Cambodia, in a bid to ease rising tensions along the disputed border. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Anutin said the move aims to “avoid further conflict” following … Read more
Vietnam: At least 12 people have been confirmed dead and 17 others remain missing after Typhoon Bualoi made landfall in Vietnam early Monday morning, unleashing torrential rain, powerful winds, and widespread destruction across several provinces, state media reported. The typhoon struck just after midnight, battering the coastline with wind gusts and waves as high as … Read more
KARACHI: The gold prices in Pakistan surged to a historic peak on Monday, with the price of 24-karat gold per tola reaching Rs 403,600 amid a continued upward trend in both domestic and international markets. According to data from the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association (APSGJA), the per tola price of gold rose … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Regional Reference Laboratory for Polio Eradication at the National Institute of Health (NIH) has confirmed two new cases of poliovirus from Sindh. According to the NIH, the new cases were detected in District Badin and District Thatta, with both patients being young girls. With this confirmation, Sindh’s tally for the year has reached nine … Read more
New Delhi: Indian opposition party Congress has strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for politicizing India’s recent Asia Cup cricket victory, accusing him of turning a sporting event into a tool for war propaganda. Congress leader Atul Patel questioned Modi’s understanding of diplomacy and foreign policy, stating, “If it was a match, it should have … Read more
Iran has executed Bahman Choobiasl, described by Iranian authorities as “one of the most important spies for Israel in Iran,” according to the judiciary-affiliated Mizan news agency. His hanging marks the 10th execution linked to alleged espionage since the brief but intense 12-day war between Iran, Israel, and the United States in June. Choobiasl was … Read more
DUBAI: The Pakistan cricket team has dedicated its entire match fee from the Asia Cup final against India to the memory of civilians martyred in the May 7 attack carried out by India earlier this year. The high-voltage final, played in Dubai on Sunday, saw India defeat Pakistan by five wickets in the final over … Read more
LONDON: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has termed his recent visits to New York and Washington as “highly successful and productive,” highlighting significant progress on issues ranging from Gaza and Kashmir to counterterrorism, trade, and climate change. Speaking to Pakistani journalists in London, the prime minister said the UN meeting on the Gaza crisis, chaired by … Read more
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday voiced optimism that recent discussions between US President Donald Trump and leaders of Muslim countries on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) would lead to meaningful progress toward resolving the Gaza crisis. Addressing overseas Pakistanis at the Pakistan High Commission in London, the prime minister said … Read more
