WhatsApp is getting ready to roll out one of its biggest privacy updates, the option to connect with usernames instead of phone numbers. Since its launch, WhatsApp has always required users to register and connect using their phone numbers. Now, it’s catching up with messaging apps like Telegram and Signal by letting users choose unique … Read more
A strong earthquake measuring sent shockwaves through parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Monday, startling residents and prompting many to rush out of their homes in fear. According to reports, the quake’s epicenter was in Swat and was connected to the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan, which is known for frequent seismic activity that often affects … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The growing tension between the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has now reached President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, sources said on Monday. According to sources, a key meeting between the top leadership of both coalition partners is expected within the next two days. Prime Minister … Read more
In a significant move toward Pakistan’s digital growth, Google has launched its AI Plus Plan in the country, bringing advanced artificial intelligence tools and services to users across Pakistan. According to official sources, the initiative has been introduced with the help of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), which is playing an important role in … Read more
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are planning to take their partnership to the next level with a new CPEC-style economic corridor aimed at boosting trade, investment, and regional connectivity between South Asia and the Middle East. This initiative comes after the Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement signed last month during Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to Riyadh, … Read more
Israel and Hamas will begin indirect negotiations in Egypt today, that the US hopes will bring a halt to the war in Gaza. The negotiations are being mediated by Egypt and Qatar, with the United States playing a behind-the-scenes role. According to sources, the discussions are focused on setting conditions for a possible exchange of … Read more
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) and the National Telecommunication Corporation (NTC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost cooperation in cybersecurity and information sharing. The agreement aims to strengthen both organizations’ protection against rising digital threats and improve Pakistan’s overall cyber resilience. The signing ceremony was held at NTC Headquarters … Read more
The Punjab government has decided to expand its School Meal Program to 10 more districts in the province. In this new phase, the program will start in Bhakkar, Mianwali, Layyah, Dera Ghazi Khan, Rajanpur, Muzaffargarh, Chiniot, Rahim Yar Khan, Lodhran, and Vehari. The purpose of the initiative is to provide free meals to students from … Read more
The Israeli Defence Ministry has released new figures marking two years since the start of the Gaza war, revealing that 1,152 Israeli soldiers have been killed since October 7. According to the report, about 42% of those killed were under the age of 21, showing how deeply the conflict has affected Israel’s young population. The … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) will resume its flight operations to the United Kingdom (UK) after several years, with the first flight to Manchester scheduled for October 25. The British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Jane Marriott, welcomed the development, calling it a historic moment. She said PIA’s return to UK skies will strengthen ties between … Read more
The deadline to apply for the Chief Minister of Punjab’s e-taxi scheme has passed, and applicants are now waiting for the results. The e-taxi project aims to promote environmentally friendly ride-hailing services, support the province’s green goals, and create job opportunities, especially for women. It is part of the government’s wider plan to cut down … Read more
LAHORE: Mr. S. M. Tanveer, FPCCI Leader, has expressed deep concern over the latest trade figures for September 2025, which reveal a sharp 45.8% year-on-year increase in the trade deficit, climbing to $3.34 billion. This alarming trend is a clear indication of underlying structural issues in the economy, including uncompetitive exports, unsustainable import dependence, and … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Ethiopia have agreed to strengthen cooperation in defence and aviation to deepen their bilateral ties further. The agreement was reached during a meeting between Ethiopia’s Special Envoy and Ambassador Extraordinary, Dr. Jemal Beker Abdula, and Pakistan’s Defence Minister, Khawaja Muhammad Asif, in Islamabad on Monday. During the meeting, Dr. Jemal Beker Abdula … Read more
Gold prices in Pakistan went up sharply on Monday, October 6, 2025. The rate of 24-karat gold per tola reached Rs415,278 after an increase of Rs5,400, according to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association. The association said that the price of 10 grams of 24-karat gold rose by Rs4,629 to Rs356,033, while the … Read more
The rate of Bitcoin (BTC) in Pakistani Rupee (PKR) will Bitcoin (BTC) in Pakistani Rupee (PKR) is Rs 35229033.25 on 06 October 2025. Bitcoin to PKR (Bitcoin Price in Pakistan) 1 BTC = 35229033.25 Pakistani rupees. The price of Bitcoin fluctuates constantly due to various factors such as market demand, investor sentiment, regulatory changes, and … Read more
KARACHI: President Asif Ali Zardari has called Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi to Karachi to address the rising tensions between Sindh and Punjab. The political atmosphere remains heated, fueled by fiery statements from both sides, especially in the aftermath of the recent floods. According to official sources, President Zardari spoke with Minister Naqvi over the phone … Read more
Pakistani rupee remained largely stable against various foreign currencies including Euro, Saudi Riyal and UK Pound in open market on Monday. On October 6, US Dollar’s buying rate stood at Rs282.3 while selling rate hovered at Rs282.6 according to forex.pk Euro’s (EUR) buying rate stood at Rs331.7 and the selling rate at Rs335.2 while UK … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif welcoming Bloomberg’s recent positive report on Pakistan’s economy said that the notable decrease in the price of Pakistan’s Credit Default Swap (CDS) reflected a consistent increase in global investors’ confidence in the country’s economy. According to the report, there has been a significant reduction of 2,200 basis points in … Read more
Tel Aviv: The Israeli Ministry of Defense has officially confirmed that more than 1,000 Israeli soldiers have been killed in the ongoing war in Gaza, marking one of the deadliest military campaigns in the country’s history. According to the figures released nearly two years after the conflict began, a total of 1,152 Israeli military and … Read more
KARACHI: The price of gold in Pakistan saw another significant rise on Monday, according to data released by the All Pakistan Sarafa Jewellers Association. The price of 24-karat gold per tola increased by Rs 5,400, reaching a new high of Rs 415,278. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold rose by Rs 4,629, now … Read more
Kathmandu: At least 47 people have been killed in Nepal after days of relentless monsoon rains triggered devastating floods and landslides across the country, officials said on Sunday. The eastern district of Ilam was hardest hit, with 37 deaths reported from landslides alone. “Heavy rains overnight caused the landslides,” said Sunita Nepal, a local district … Read more
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has become actively involved in efforts to defuse rising tensions between the Sindh and Punjab provincial governments and has summoned Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi for urgent consultations. According to sources at the Presidency, President Zardari held a telephonic conversation with Minister Naqvi to discuss the ongoing friction between the two … Read more
Paris: French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has resigned just one month after taking office, plunging the country into renewed political turmoil and marking yet another setback for President Emmanuel Macron’s struggling administration. Lecornu, 41, a former defense minister and close Macron ally, stepped down just a day after the President announced a controversial new cabinet … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through its Embassy in Amman, is working tirelessly to secure the safe evacuation of former Senator Mushtaq Ahmad Khan who was illegally detained by the Israeli occupying forces. In response to media inquiries concerning Pakistani nationals aboard the Sumud flotilla, the Foreign Office Spokesperson, in a statement, said “With … Read more
U.S. District Judge Karin Immergut issued a temporary restraining order late Sunday night halting the Trump administration from deploying National Guard troops to Oregon including units rerouted from California and Texas in what she described as a direct attempt to circumvent her earlier ruling. The emergency decision followed a hastily convened evening hearing, during which … Read more
KARACHI: The Cyclone Shakti has taken the form of cyclonic storms but is likely to be further weakened in the next 24 hours. According to the Meteorological Department, Cyclone Shakti is about 910 kilometers away from Karachi and within 24 hours, Cyclone Shakti will weaken further and become a depression. The Meteorological Department has said … Read more
Israel’s military chief warned on Sunday that if negotiations to secure the release of hostages fail to achieve their aims, the military will return to fighting in Gaza. “There is no ceasefire (at the moment), but the operational situation has changed, with the political level converting the tools and achievements you have gained through military … Read more
New Delhi: In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court has declared that posting content in support of Pakistan on social media does not amount to treason. The court made the observation while granting bail to Sajid Chaudhary, a resident of Meerut, who was arrested in May for posting “Proud of Kamran Bhatti, Pakistan Zindabad” … Read more
