Pakistani freelancers earn over $850 million in nine months amid connectivity challenges

KARACHI: Pakistan’s freelance workforce continues to strengthen its footprint in the global digital economy, contributing more than $850 million in foreign exchange during the first nine months (July–March) of the…

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Punjab rolls out digital wheat procurement system to manage prices and payments

ISLAMABAD, Apr 21 (ABC)The Punjab government has launched a fully digital wheat procurement system as the 2026 harvest season begins, aiming to stabilise prices, improve payment transparency, and simplify how…

Karachi police arrest four in matric exam paper leak crackdown

KARACHI, April 20 — Karachi police have arrested four suspected ringleaders in a matric exam paper leak network, targeting students during board examinations, officials said, as authorities intensify action against…

Diplomacy at a Crossroads

Islamabad is once again in the global spotlight as preparations intensify for what could be a second round of high-level negotiations between the United States and Iran. Following Prime Minister…

When Electricity Becomes a Question of Trust, Not Light

When the bill arrives, it no longer speaks of light — it whispers of burden in the quiet hours of the night. In the sacred ledger of the state and…

Tazeem Hejazi

Punjab launches shrimp farming project to turn barren land into economic zones

LAHORE, April 20 — Punjab has launched a large-scale shrimp farming project aimed at converting barren land into productive economic zones, as part of efforts to expand aquaculture, create jobs…

Zafran Awan

Punjab launches vocational training programme for children in protection centres

LAHORE, April 20 — The Punjab government has launched a vocational training initiative for children living in protection centres, aiming to equip them with practical skills and improve their chances…

The Philippines cannot pursue contradictory paths

By Fan Fan, Amid escalating conflicts in the Middle East, the Philippines has emerged as one of the first nations to face tangible repercussions. Recently, Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos…

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China claims global auto sales lead from Japan, sets sights on quality

By Wang Hui, In a significant shift for the global automotive industry, Chinese automakers sold nearly 27 million vehicles worldwide in 2025, surpassing Japan's approximate 25 million sales. This marks…

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From underdog to contender: China’s motorcycle breakthrough signals industrial advancement

By Cui Qi, At a recent round of the Superbike World Championship (WSBK) in Portugal, Chinese brand ZXMOTO, founded just two years ago by Zhang Xue, claimed victory in the…

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