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Pakistan hits record company registrations

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s business landscape reached a new milestone in July as thousands of entrepreneurs stepped into the formal economy, pushing company registrations to a record high.

06 Aug 2026

Sports

Abdullah Shafique creates history in West Indies

Pakistan opener Abdullah Shafique delivered a historic batting masterclass in the Caribbean, smashing an unbeaten 160 against the West Indies to end a 49-year wait for a Pakistani batter in Test cricket.

06 Aug 2026

Pakistan

Matric results 2026: Punjab boards reveal scores

LAHORE: After months of preparation, anticipation and wait, thousands of students across Punjab finally received their matriculation results on Thursday as all nine Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education announced the SSC Part-II First Annual Examination 2026 results.

06 Aug 2026

World

Europe’s gas cushion shrinks as winter risks grow

Europe is facing renewed energy concerns as its natural gas reserves fall to their lowest seasonal level in more than a decade, raising questions over whether the region can secure enough supplies before winter.

06 Aug 2026

World

Iran, Oman agree on new Hormuz shipping route

TEHRAN: After weeks of uncertainty over one of the world’s busiest energy routes, Iran and Oman have moved closer to restoring a controlled shipping pathway through the Strait of Hormuz.

06 Aug 2026

Pakistan

PM Shehbaz heads to Riyadh amid regional tensions

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is heading to Saudi Arabia on Thursday for a crucial two-day official visit as Pakistan seeks to further strengthen its longstanding partnership with Riyadh amid rising regional tensions.

06 Aug 2026

Pakistan

Pakistan raises Kashmir issue at UN Security Council

NEW YORK: Pakistan has called for stronger international cooperation to counter growing terrorism threats as its Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, highlighted challenges linked to militant groups, terrorist financing, and emerging technologies during a UN Security Council debate.

06 Aug 2026

Business

Pakistan's first fruit exporter prepares to list on the Pakistan Stock Exchange

SE Fruits and Vegetable Limited is set to become Pakistan's first listed fresh fruit and vegetable exporter, marking a significant milestone for the country's agricultural sector and capital markets.

05 Aug 2026

Technology

PTA blocks millions of illegal SIMs nationwide

ISLAMABAD: In a major push to strengthen digital security and curb telecom-related crimes, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has blocked more than 1.838 million illegal SIMs across the country during the first seven months of 2026.

05 Aug 2026

Pakistan

Ayesha Jalal discusses Jinnah’s vision in Karachi

KARACHI: Renowned historian Dr Ayesha Jalal highlighted the political vision of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and discussed its relevance to present-day regional challenges during a special talk hosted by the Quaid-e-Azam House Museum’s Institute of Nation Building at Flagstaff House in Karachi.

05 Aug 2026

Sports

Egypt’s Salman Khalil shines at Karachi Squash Championship

KARACHI: Egypt’s Salman Khalil secured the Pakistan Navy Fleet Club Open International Squash Championship title after defeating Pakistan’s Nasir Iqbal in the final at the Pakistan Navy Roshan Khan-Jahangir Khan Squash Complex.

05 Aug 2026

Pakistan

Punjab faces flood alert amid monsoon concerns

Heavy monsoon rains have increased flood concerns across Punjab as authorities step up precautionary measures to protect vulnerable communities, while water levels in most major rivers remain within normal limits.

05 Aug 2026

World

Deadly Russian strikes hit Kyiv, leaving dozens injured

KYIV: A night of explosions and emergency sirens left Ukraine’s capital shaken as Russian strikes targeted Kyiv and surrounding areas, killing civilians, injuring dozens and damaging key sites.

05 Aug 2026

World

El-Sayed takes narrow lead in Michigan Democratic contest

Thousands of Michigan voters turned to the polls on Tuesday for a closely watched Democratic Senate primary that has become more than just a race between two candidates.

05 Aug 2026

World

Magnitude 6.3 earthquake strikes southern Philippines

MANILA: A sudden wave of panic swept through parts of the southern Philippines on Wednesday when a strong offshore earthquake shook the region, forcing residents to rush for safety.

05 Aug 2026

Entertainment

BTS’ V breaks silence after accident rumours

Millions of BTS fans found relief after V made his first social media appearance following online speculation about a minor car accident.

04 Aug 2026

Pakistan

Chehlum processions held across Pakistan under tight security

The Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and the martyrs of Karbala is being observed across Pakistan on Tuesday with religious devotion and respect.

04 Aug 2026

Business

Oil prices recover amid Middle East risks

Oil prices recovered on Tuesday after a sharp fall in the previous session, as fears over possible disruptions to Middle East energy supplies resurfaced amid uncertainty surrounding the U.S.-Iran conflict.

04 Aug 2026

Technology

Pakistan’s public sector moves forward with AI adoption drive

Pakistan has launched a new initiative to equip senior government officials with artificial intelligence (AI) skills, as the Ministry of IT and Telecommunication (MoITT), Ignite, and Alibaba Cloud organised a specialised training session at the National Incubation Center (NIC) Islamabad.

04 Aug 2026

Pakistan

Karachi weather update: something different today

Karachi: According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), cloudy weather is expected to prevail in the city, with chances of light drizzle during morning, evening, and night hours.Karachi weather update: something different today

04 Aug 2026