IRS hosts launch of Urdu translation of Tragedy in Kashmir in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD — The Institute of Regional Studies (IRS) on Monday hosted the launch of the Urdu translation of Tragedy in Kashmir, a landmark historical work by Abdul Haq Suharwardy, underscoring…
Islamabad to roll out citywide security overhaul under interior minister’s directive
ISLAMABAD, February 9, 2026 — A joint high-level meeting of Islamabad’s district administration and police was held on Monday to review and strengthen security arrangements in the federal capital, following…
Islamabad to launch crackdown on unregistered online taxis and bike services
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad district administration has announced a strict crackdown on unregistered online taxi and bike-hailing services, making formal registration mandatory for all drivers and vehicles operating in the federal…
China–Pakistan workshop highlights climate-smart strategies for citrus industry
FAISALABAD— Pakistan and China are strengthening cooperation in climate-smart agriculture as growers, researchers, and students gathered in Faisalabad for a two-day international workshop focused on improving citrus production in the…
Punjab approves Widow Support Card Scheme to provide direct financial aid
LAHORE: The Punjab government has approved the Widow Support Card Scheme, a welfare initiative aimed at providing direct financial assistance to widowed women across the province, officials said on Sunday.…
Former cricketer Tanveer Ahmed urges PCB to skip India match on Feb 15
Former Pakistan cricketer Tanveer Ahmed has urged the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to reconsider participating in the upcoming match against India scheduled for February 15, citing broader national and public…
Karachi mega water supply project set to complete by Dec 2026
ISLAMABAD, Feb 09 (ABC): The K-IV water supply project, designed to provide 260 million gallons per day (MGD) of additional water to Karachi, has reached an advanced construction stage and…
Scotland dominate Italy in T20 World Cup 2026 match in Kolkata
KOLKATA — Scotland opened their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign with a convincing 73-run victory over debutants Italy at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Monday, dealing a significant blow…
Italy make T20 World Cup debut against Scotland today
Three key matches are scheduled on Monday at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, featuring six teams beginning their tournament campaigns. Italy will make their T20 World Cup debut in…
China directs banks to scale back US Treasury holdings
BEIJING: China has instructed domestic banks to reduce their exposure to US Treasury securities, according to reports by Reuters and Bloomberg, citing people familiar with the matter, a move that…
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