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PTA Cites PTCL-Telenor Merger Delay as Major Hurdle in Pakistan’s 5G Launch

Pakistan’s long-awaited 5G rollout is facing fresh delays, with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) attributing the holdup to the lack of progress in the...

Punjab Amplifies Youth Empowerment with ₹26 Billion for Skills & Entrepreneurship

Punjab’s government, under Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s “CM Skilled Punjab” initiative, has allocated Rs 26 billion in the 2025‑26 fiscal budget to promote technical-vocational training...

350 Smuggled Luxury Cars Sold via Fake Customs Auctions Across Pakistan

A large-scale scam has come to light where 350 smuggled luxury vehicles were shown as “auctioned” using fake records. Corrupt customs officials, car dealers,...

IMF Flags Pakistan’s Tax‑Free Sugar Import Plan

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has strongly voiced its objections to Pakistan’s recent decision to import 500,000 metric tonnes of sugar under a near–zero tax...

India Accused of Drone Strikes in Myanmar, Sparking Sovereignty Row

On July 13, Indian forces allegedly conducted drone strikes inside Myanmar’s Sagaing region, targeting camps of the United Liberation Front of Asom (Independent) (ULFA-I)....

Gold Prices Soar in Global and Local Markets Amid Economic Uncertainty

Gold prices have surged both globally and in Pakistan due to growing investor demand for safe-haven assets. In Pakistan, the price of 24-karat gold...

Pakistan’s Foreign Currency Reserves Surge to 39-Month High of $20 Billion

Pakistan’s total liquid foreign exchange reserves have risen to $20.03 billion as of July 4, 2025, marking their highest level in 39 months. This...

Starlink Set to Launch Satellite Internet in Pakistan by December 2025

Starlink is officially launching satellite internet in Pakistan by December 2025, aiming to provide high-speed connectivity in remote areas. The rollout follows regulatory approvals and infrastructure setup by the PTA.

Is the Divorce Rate in Pakistan Soaring? Unpacking the Numbers and What’s Driving the Trend

Is the divorce rate in Pakistan rising? Explore alarming statistics from Karachi & Punjab, key factors like financial stress & in-laws, and the societal impact of the increasing divorce rate in Pakistan. Discover the truth behind marital breakdowns.

Pakistan Squad Unveiled for Upcoming Bangladesh T20I Series

Lahore, July 8, 2025: The Men's National Selection Committee of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced the 15-member squad set to face...

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