Iran war strains emerging markets as Pakistan faces rising economic pressure
LONDON — Two months into the Iran war, economic pressures are intensifying across emerging markets, with countries including Pakistan facing rising inflation, fragile reserves and growing fiscal strain as energy…
PM Shehbaz allows fans in PSL playoffs with fuel-saving condition
KARACHI — PM Shehbaz Sharif has allowed fans back into stadiums for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 playoffs, approving public attendance for all remaining matches while urging spectators to…
Trump rejects Iran peace proposal as oil flows choke and war tensions rise
WASHINGTON — Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s latest proposal to end the ongoing conflict, a US official said, dimming prospects for near-term peace as disruptions to global oil flows intensify.…
Huawei Pakistan Digital Week 2026 highlights cloud, AI, and digital skills development
ISLAMABAD, April 28 (ABC): Huawei Pakistan Digital Week 2026 concluded in Islamabad after a week of workshops, exhibitions, and policy discussions focused on digital transformation, bringing together government officials, industry…
Punjab plans expansion of central business districts CBD to major cities
LAHORE, Apr 28 (ABC): Punjab is preparing to expand its central business district (CBD) model to several major cities, a move aimed at organizing urban economic activity and attracting investment…
PTCL, Ufone Named ‘Effective Marketer of the Year’ at Effie Awards Pakistan 2026
ISLAMABAD, April 27: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) and Ufone have been recognised as the ‘Effective Marketer of the Year 2025–26’ at the Effie Awards Pakistan 2026, emerging as the…
Pakistan’s Blue Economy Stuck at 1% of GDP Despite Strong Maritime Potential
ISLAMABAD, April 27: Pakistan’s blue economy contributes only around one percent to the national gross domestic product (GDP), far below the 7 to 35 percent contribution recorded by comparable maritime…
Tank DC Pledges Urgent Action on Sanitation, Water and Infrastructure Issues
TANK, April 27: Deputy Commissioner Tanveer Ahmad Khattak has reaffirmed the district administration’s commitment to addressing long-standing civic challenges in Tank, announcing a series of urgent measures aimed at improving…
Chitral Valley sees 15% rise in foreign tourist arrivals in 2025
ISLAMABAD, Apr 27 (ABC): Chitral Valley recorded a notable increase in international visitors in 2025, reflecting growing global interest in Pakistan’s northern مناطق and highlighting the role of tourism in…
Closing Pakistan’s immunity gap
Vaccines rarely dominate headlines unless a crisis erupts, yet their quiet impact on public health in Pakistan has been profound. As World Immunisation Week is observed, it is worth reflecting…
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