Germany has pledged over $131 million in new development assistance to support climate resilience and energy transition initiatives in Pakistan. The commitment was made during the latest round of bilateral development cooperation talks held in Islamabad, signaling a renewed partnership between the two countries in tackling climate and sustainability challenges. According to the agreement, the […]
Blue Economy to Prove Game-Changer for Pakistan: Aurangzeb
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Tuesday expressed optimism that the blue economy will emerge as a game-changer for Pakistan’s long-term economic growth and sustainability. Addressing the Pakistan International Maritime Expo & Conference (PIMEC) virtually at the Expo Centre Karachi, the finance minister said that the blue economy — encompassing fisheries, […]
Internet Services Suspended Across Quetta Over Security Concerns
Balochistan government recommends temporary shutdown; grenade attack reported in Dera Murad Jamali Internet services were suspended across Quetta on Friday due to security concerns, following a recommendation by the Balochistan government, 24NewsHD TV Channel reported. According to official sources, the provincial Home Department requested the federal government to temporarily shut down mobile and broadband internet […]
AQI in Lahore Shoots to 603, Making It the Most Polluted City in the World
Doctors urge citizens to stay indoors as air quality plunges to hazardous levels Lahore once again topped the list of the world’s most polluted cities on Thursday, as the Air Quality Index (AQI) skyrocketed to 603, marking an alarming rise in smog and toxic particulate matter. According to data reported by 24NewsHD TV, the air […]
Pakistan to Benefit from UN’s $250 Million Climate Adaptation Project
Pakistan is set to gain from a major $250 million global climate adaptation project recently approved by the United Nations’ Green Climate Fund (GCF). The initiative, to be implemented through the Asian Development Bank (ADB), aims to help vulnerable countries combat the impacts of melting glaciers, erratic rainfall, and rising climate threats. According to the […]
Pakistan Offers Bangladesh Access to Karachi Port for Regional Trade
In a landmark move to strengthen regional connectivity, Pakistan has offered Bangladesh access to the Karachi Port Trust, opening new routes for Dhaka to expand trade with China and Central Asian countries. The offer was extended during the 9th Pak-Bangladesh Joint Economic Commission (JEC) meeting held in Dhaka, marking the first such high-level engagement in […]
Saudi Arabia Extends $1 Billion Oil Facility, Rolls Over $5 Billion Deposits to Pakistan
Pakistan’s struggling economy received a major financial boost as Saudi Arabia renewed its long-standing economic support, extending a $1 billion oil facility and rolling over $5 billion in deposits placed with the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), according to confirmation from the Finance Ministry. The extension underscores Riyadh’s continued commitment to Pakistan’s financial stability, especially […]
PIA Resumes Flights to the UK After Five Years
First Islamabad–Manchester flight takes off as Pakistan and UK celebrate restored air link After more than five years, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has officially resumed direct flight operations to the United Kingdom, marking a major milestone in the airline’s comeback efforts. The first flight, PK-701, departed from Islamabad to Manchester on Saturday, restoring a long-suspended […]
Pakistan’s domestic debt surpasses Rs54 trillion amid soaring interest payments
Pakistan’s domestic debt has hit an all-time high, crossing Rs54.47 trillion as of June 2025, reflecting a massive increase of over Rs28 trillion within just five years. The surge underscores the country’s growing reliance on internal borrowing to bridge fiscal gaps and finance its expanding budgetary needs. According to official data released by the Ministry […]
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly to elect new Chief Minister today
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly is set to elect its new Chief Minister today, marking a significant moment in the province’s political landscape. The session, scheduled for Monday morning, will see four candidates competing for the top post in what is expected to be a closely contested election. The ruling Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has nominated Sohail […]