Provinicial minister orders crackdown on fake and substandard electronic appliances
LAHORE: Punjab’s Energy Minister Malik Faisal Ayub Khokhar has directed an immediate crackdown on the sale of fake and substandard electronic appliances, aiming to curb fraud and strengthen consumer protection…
Model enrollment campaign launched in District Kasur to promote girls’ education
LAHORE: A district-level initiative to promote girls’ education in Kasur has been launched with a focus on increasing enrollment and improving student retention in public schools through community engagement and…
Pakistan, IMF finalise 11 reform targets for FY2026-27
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund have finalised 11 structural reform targets for the next fiscal year, aimed at strengthening economic stability, improving governance, and supporting long-term growth. The…
China backs Pakistan’s role in US-Iran talks, signals support for regional diplomacy
ISLAMABAD: China has expressed strong support for Pakistan’s efforts to facilitate US-Iran talks, reinforcing Islamabad’s emerging role in regional diplomacy aimed at easing tensions. The development came during a meeting…
BYD unveils 2026 Sealion 05 with fast charging and extended range
BEIJING: BYD has introduced the 2026 Sealion 05 series, rolling out updated hybrid and electric SUVs with improved range, faster charging, and upgraded in-car technology as competition intensifies in China’s…
US signals progress on Iran talks in Pakistan as ceasefire deadline nears
WASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD/CAIRO: The United States has expressed cautious optimism that US-Iran talks in Pakistan could resume this week, as efforts intensify to secure a diplomatic breakthrough before the current ceasefire expires.…
Saudi Arabia restricts Hajj access to permit holders, bans visit visas
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia has barred all visit visa holders from performing Hajj, announcing that only individuals with official permits will be allowed to enter Mecca and the holy sites during…
Hajj Guide 2026: Types of Hajj explained — Tamattu, Ifrad and Qiran
ISLAMABAD, April 2026: As Hajj 2026 approaches, pilgrims preparing for the journey to Makkah must understand the three types of Hajj — Tamattu, Ifrad and Qiran — as each follows…
A Royal Encounter: Organizing a Heritage Walk for a Canadian Diplomat at Sadiq Garh Palace
Some days leave you speechless. This was one of them. I had the privilege of organizing a heritage walk for Mr. Andrew Stephen Carol, First Secretary of the Canadian High…
BISP chairperson Rubina Khalid pays tribute to Allama Iqbal on his death anniversary
ISLAMABAD: Chairperson of the Benazir Income Support Programme, Rubina Khalid, paid rich tribute to Allama Muhammad Iqbal on his death anniversary, highlighting his enduring vision of a dignified, self-reliant, and…
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