Karachi experienced another rainy morning on Saturday as thick clouds hovered above the city and drizzle was reported from multiple neighborhoods. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) confirmed that light showers are expected to continue intermittently through Sunday, June 29, driven by a westerly wave system currently active over Sindh. Weather reports indicate that the city’s […]
Islamic New Year 1447 Begins with Ceremonial Replacement of Kaaba’s Kiswa
The Islamic calendar year 1447 AH began with one of the most revered religious rituals in the Muslim world: the annual replacement of the Kiswa, the black cloth that envelops the Holy Kaaba in Makkah. The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque led the ceremonial replacement, an event […]
India Creates Unwanted History as England Seals Record-Breaking Test Victory
In a dramatic turn of events at Headingley, India etched an unfortunate record into the cricketing history books, becoming the first team ever to lose a Test match despite five of their batters reaching triple figures. England, led by a blistering innings from opener Ben Duckett, mounted an astonishing comeback on day five, chasing down […]
Uzbekistan Airlines Launches Islamabad-Tashkent Route, Signaling Stronger Economic and Cultural Bonds
The aviation sector in Central and South Asia witnessed a significant development as Uzbekistan Airlines officially commenced its direct flights from Islamabad to Tashkent. The first flight, HY466, lifted off from Islamabad International Airport carrying 126 passengers and was met with celebrations that blended tradition, hospitality, and ambition. The departure ceremony was staged with care […]
Umar Akmal Attributes Multan Sultans’ Poor Run in PSL 10 to Fielding Errors
Multan’s Form Under Scrutiny Amid Winless Start As the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 progresses, Multan Sultans—once a dominant force—find themselves in unfamiliar territory. Having failed to register a single win so far, the Mohammad Rizwan-led side is under increasing pressure. Cricket experts, fans, and former players have been actively debating the reasons behind this […]
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Govt Announces Early Salary Disbursement Ahead of Ramadan
Govt Employees & Pensioners to Get Salaries Before March 2025 In a move to facilitate government employees before Ramadan, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has decided to release salaries and pensions by February 28, 2025. This decision was made to ensure that all employees receive their funds ahead of the holy month, as March 1 […]
Pakistan’s Economy Set for Growth, Says Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb
Economic Policies Steering Pakistan in the Right Direction Pakistan’s Minister for Finance, Muhammad Aurangzeb, has stated that the country’s economy is on a strong recovery path due to the government’s careful fiscal management measures. Speaking at the AlUla Conference for Emerging Market Economies in Saudi Arabia, Aurangzeb highlighted that the government is committed to difficult […]
Saudi Arabia Revises Visa Policy for Pakistan and 13 Other Countries
Saudi Arabia Ends Multiple-Entry Visas for 14 Nations Saudi Arabia has implemented a significant change in its visa policy, affecting Pakistan and 13 other countries. The authorities have suspended the one-year multiple-entry visas for tourism, business, and family visits. From February 1, 2025, visitors from these 14 countries can now only obtain single-entry visas, limiting […]
Pakistan’s Economic Comeback: Ishaq Dar Discusses Growth & Privatization
Pakistan’s Economic Journey: From Crisis to Progress During a special address at a Pakistan Business Council event, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar reaffirmed that Pakistan’s economy is regaining strength, despite past difficulties. Dar reflected on 2013’s challenges, where the country faced:⚡ Unprecedented load shedding🔫 Terrorism on the rise📉 A weak financial system on the verge […]
New Gwadar International Airport Welcomes First Commercial Flight
A Milestone Moment in Pakistan’s Aviation History The New Gwadar International Airport officially became operational on Monday, marking a significant milestone in Pakistan’s aviation and infrastructure development. The inaugural flight, PIA PK-503, departed from Karachi at 9:50 AM with 46 passengers on board, landing at Gwadar’s new state-of-the-art airport at 11:15 AM. Inaugural Flight Celebrations […]