KP plans 16 new picnic spots in Chitral to expand tourism facilities
ISLAMABAD: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Culture and Tourism Authority plans to develop 16 picnic spots in Chitral as part of efforts to improve tourism infrastructure and attract more visitors to the…
PGJDC announces 74 vacancies despite hiring ban under government austerity drive
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Gems and Jewellery Development Company (PGJDC), a subsidiary of the Ministry of Industries and Production, has announced 74 new vacancies despite a federal hiring ban imposed under…
New BISP office inaugurated in Muzaffarabad to improve access for beneficiaries
MUZAFFARABAD: A new office of the Benazir Income Support Programme was inaugurated in Muzaffarabad by Faisal Mumtaz Rathore, in a move aimed at improving service delivery and access for beneficiaries,…
PTCL returns to profit with Rs3.1 billion in Q1 2026 amid strong growth
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited has reported a return to profitability in the first quarter of 2026, posting a net profit of Rs3.1 billion compared to a loss of Rs4…
KP begins consultation on child care regulations to improve protection standards
PESHAWAR: A two-day consultation on child care regulations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa began in Peshawar on Tuesday, bringing together government officials, care institutions, and development partners to review draft rules aimed…
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…
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