Trump Says US Can Reopen Strait of Hormuz as Iran Disrupts Global Oil Supply
Rising tensions push UN Security Council toward vote on maritime security as Trump signals major defence spending increase Washington / New York — April 03, 2026: US President Donald Trump…
Fuel Price Surge Triggers Sharp Fare Hike, Commuter Crisis in Shangla
SHANGLA: Following the recent unprecedented surge in petroleum product prices, a sharp and alarming increase in transport fares has been observed in district Shangla and surrounding areas, placing both commuters…
NPC’s new leadership aims to boost digital journalism and global reach
Newly elected body outlines reforms to modernize journalism and expand global engagement Islamabad — April 03, 2026: The newly elected executive body of the National Press Club (NPC) was formally…
Gold prices jump Rs 3,400 per tola in Pakistan after previous day’s sharp drop
ISLAMABAD: Gold prices in Pakistan rose again on Friday, with 24-karat gold increasing by Rs 3,400 per tola to reach Rs 490,362, reversing part of the sharp decline recorded a…
Islamabad-born student Adam Zaman elected Aston University Birmingham president
BIRMINGHAM/ISLAMABAD: Islamabad-born student Adam Zaman has been elected president of Aston University Birmingham, securing an overwhelming majority in a student body election at one of the United Kingdom’s international universities.…
China’s tariff move highlights Pakistan’s export readiness challenges
ISLAMABAD: China’s decision to grant zero-tariff access to imports from 53 African countries has renewed focus in Pakistan on how preferential trade access translates into actual export growth, with analysts…
Punjab, KP governors discuss inter-provincial coordination
LAHORE: Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan met Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi at Governor House Lahore to discuss inter-provincial coordination and issues of mutual interest. The meeting focused…
Punjab reviews power infrastructure upgrades, orders safety measures for electricity system
LAHORE: A steering committee meeting chaired by Punjab Energy Minister Malik Faisal Ayub Khokhar reviewed progress on electricity infrastructure and issued new directives aimed at improving safety and organisation of…
HEC to hold nationwide IT skills test on April 4–5 for over 40,000 students
ISLAMABAD/KARACHI/LAHORE: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) will conduct the National Skill Competency Test (NSCT) across Pakistan on April 4–5, with more than 40,000 students from universities nationwide set to appear.…
Rubina Khalid pays tribute to Zulfikar Ali Bhutto on death anniversary
ISLAMABAD: Chairperson Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) Senator Rubina Khalid paid tribute to former prime minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto on his death anniversary, highlighting his political, constitutional and public service…
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