Pakistan approves child-friendly syllabus for school education
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has given in-principle approval to a revised national curriculum aimed at reducing the academic burden on young children and introducing more practical, life-oriented subjects in schools.…
Punjab announces free transport in 17 districts to ease commuting costs
LAHORE, April 8, 2026: The Punjab government has approved free transport in 17 districts as part of a broader relief package aimed at reducing commuting costs and easing financial pressure…
World leaders back Pakistan’s role in US-Iran ceasefire, push for sustained diplomacy
ISLAMABAD, April 8, 2026: World leaders and international organisations have welcomed Pakistan’s role in facilitating the US-Iran ceasefire, describing the two-week truce as a critical opening to reduce tensions and…
Former Wales captain Aaron Ramsey retires from football at 35
Former Wales captain Aaron Ramsey has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 35, bringing an end to a career spanning nearly two decades at club and…
PCB issues NOCs to four Pakistan players for overseas leagues
LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has granted No-Objection Certificates (NOCs) to four players, allowing them to participate in overseas competitions during the 2026 season. The approvals enable the players…
Iran, US agree to immediate ceasefire as Trump halts strikes after Pakistan mediation
ISLAMABAD, April 8, 2026: Iran and the United States have agreed to an immediate ceasefire following diplomatic intervention by Pakistan, with US President Donald Trump suspending planned strikes on Iran…
NARC’s Lentil-24 variety shows strong performance in field trials
ISLAMABAD, Apr 08 (ABC): The National Agricultural Research Centre (NARC) has developed a high-yielding lentil variety, NARC Lentil-24, which is performing well in field trials. “The new variety is expected…
Work on CPEC-linked Yarikh–Sagu Motorway set to begin in May
ISLAMABAD, Apr 08 (ABC): Construction on the Yarikh–Sagu Motorway (Package-I) is expected to resume from May this year. According to documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the 50-kilometre, four-lane CPEC-linked project,…
Turkish General Visits Pakistan Naval Headquarters to Boost Maritime Cooperation
Both sides discuss regional security amid Middle East tensions and reaffirm defence collaboration Islamabad — April 7, 2026: Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Turkish Armed Forces, General Levent…
BYD Denza N9 flash charging SUV enters pre-sales with 9-minute charging and 420km range
BEIJING — BYD’s premium brand Denza has opened pre-sales for the Denza N9 flash charging SUV, introducing a large luxury hybrid model with ultra-fast charging and extended electric range as…
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