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Gold prices tumble Rs13,900 per tola in Pakistan on Tuesday, March 3, 2026
March 3, 2026
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan fell sharply after reaching record highs, with the per tola rate declining by Rs13,900 to settle at Rs549,962, according…

War on Iran aims to extend Israeli influence to Pakistan’s borders, says Khawaja Asif
March 3, 2026
ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has said the war on Iran is part of a broader plan to extend Israeli influence closer to…

US Embassy suspends visa services in Islamabad, Lahore and Karachi
March 3, 2026
ISLAMABAD: The United States Embassy in Islamabad and the US Consulates General in Lahore and Karachi have temporarily suspended visa services, cancelling all appointments…

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 sets new digital engagement records
March 3, 2026
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 has set new digital benchmarks, with the tournament in India and Sri Lanka recording its highest-ever engagement…

Allegations of misconduct surface at BISP Nashonuma Centre in Shangla
March 3, 2026
SHANGLA: Allegations of corruption and exploitation have emerged against staff at the Benazir Nashonuma Programme Facilitation Center operating under the Benazir Income Support Programme…

Recovery of Rs150 million begins from 820 police personnel in Swat over BISP payments
March 3, 2026
SWAT: Authorities have begun recovering approximately Rs150 million from 820 police personnel in Swat district over payments received under the Benazir Income Support Programme…

BYD unveils Seal 08 flagship EV with 1,000 km range ahead of March 5 global debut
March 3, 2026
SHENZHEN: BYD has released official teaser images of its upcoming flagship electric sedan, the Seal 08, confirming a global debut on March 5. The…

Solidarity rally held in Sheringal to express support for Pakistan Army
March 3, 2026
By Syed Zahid Jan UPPER DIR: A solidarity rally in support of the Pakistan Army was held in Sheringal, drawing participation from residents and…

Women entrepreneurs to receive 25% tax concession after FTO order, says WCCI Peshawar
March 3, 2026
PESHAWAR – Women entrepreneurs across Pakistan will be able to claim a 25% tax concession from Tax Year 2025 after the Federal Tax Ombudsman…