AKF Pakistan, Bank Alfalah launch flood rehabilitation project in Gilgit-Baltistan

ISLAMABAD: Aga Khan Foundation Pakistan and Bank Alfalah have launched a rehabilitation programme aimed at restoring damaged infrastructure and improving climate resilience in flood-affected communities across Gilgit-Baltistan following the devastating…

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Celebrating Mother Creators: Real Stories of Growth

Celebrating Mother Creators: Real Stories of Growth Motherhood is often viewed through the lens of routines, responsibilities, and sacrifices. However, on TikTok, many mothers are reshaping this narrative by showcasing…

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Trump gives EU July 4 deadline to avoid major new US tariffs

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has warned the European Union that Washington could impose significantly higher tariffs on European goods, including automobiles, if the bloc does not implement commitments under…

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PIC performs Pakistan’s first successful endoscopic heart surgery

PESHAWAR: The Peshawar Institute of Cardiology (PIC-MTI) has successfully performed what it says is Pakistan’s first endoscopic cardiac surgery, marking a major development in minimally invasive heart treatment in the…

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Interior Ministry rejects reports of mass deportations of Pakistanis from UAE

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Interior Ministry on Friday rejected reports circulating on social media and sections of the electronic media claiming that Pakistani nationals are facing targeted or mass deportations from the…

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BISP marks one year of Marka-e-Haq with tribute ceremony in Islamabad

https://youtu.be/G4GK-VLdHCE ISLAMABAD: The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) held a ceremony in Islamabad to mark one year since Marka-e-Haq, with officials paying tribute to Pakistan’s armed forces, martyrs and veterans…

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easypaisa Bank Delivers Record Q1 2026 Results with Profit Before Tax of PKR 3.66 Bn

ISLAMABAD: easypaisa digital bank reported record financial results for the first quarter of 2026, driven by growth in digital banking services, lending activity and customer deposits as Pakistan’s financial sector…

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Zong highlights climate resilience efforts at Pakistan climate conference

ISLAMABAD: Telecom operator Zong highlighted its renewable energy and climate resilience initiatives during the Breathe Pakistan International Climate Change Conference 2026, as policymakers, businesses and climate experts gathered to discuss…

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Middle Eastern banks expand Hong Kong operations to strengthen China links

HONG KONG: Leading Gulf banks are rapidly expanding their presence in Hong Kong as financial institutions from the Middle East seek closer access to China markets, stronger cross-border trade links…

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Pakistan increases RMB use in trade with China to reduce dollar dependence

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is gradually increasing the use of the Chinese renminbi (RMB) in bilateral trade with China as businesses and financial institutions look to reduce reliance on the US dollar…

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