Pakistan business delegation meets US officials to boost trade ties
WASHINGTON: A delegation from the Pakistan Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry met Pakistani Trade Minister Hanif Jinnah in the United States to discuss ways to strengthen Pakistan-US trade…
Serena Hotels’ ‘Taste of the World’ raises Rs2 million for charity
ISLAMABAD: Serena Hotels, in collaboration with the International Foreign Women’s Association (IFWA), hosted the “Taste of the World” 2026 festival, bringing together international cuisines and cultures while raising funds for…
China sees 55% jump in EV charging as holiday travel shifts electric
BEIJING: China recorded a 55.6% year-on-year surge in highway electric vehicle charging on the first day of the May Day holiday, as more drivers turned to new energy vehicles (NEVs)…
Not a Favor, But Your Right: How the RTS Act 2014 Transformed Service Delivery
By Humaira Mahwish The transformation of public service delivery from a discretionary practice into a guaranteed right marks one of the most significant governance reforms in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The Right…
Trump warns Iran: US strikes possible ‘if they misbehave’
WEST PALM BEACH/DUBAI: US President Donald Trump said the United States could resume military strikes on Iran “if they misbehave,” as both sides consider proposals linked to reopening the Strait…
Over 82% Afghan refugees return from Swabi as repatriation continues
SWABI: More than 82% of Afghan refugees in Swabi have returned to Afghanistan under an ongoing government-led repatriation process, with officials saying the phased operation is continuing smoothly and without…
MTI Bannu: A Structured Path Towards Better Healthcare Delivery
Feature based on an exclusive conversation with Hospital Director Dr Iftikhar Ullah Provision of quality healthcare has long remained a critical challenge in the southern districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, particularly…
Pakistan included in $488m US F-16 radar support deal
WASHINGTON: Pakistan has been included in a $488 million US F-16 radar support deal awarded to Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation, aimed at providing long-term engineering and technical support for radar…
Iran transit corridor offers Pakistan cheaper access to Central Asian markets
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s newly operational Iran transit corridor is providing exporters with a lower-cost and more predictable route to Central Asia, offering an alternative to traditional trade pathways at a time…
Today's E-Paper