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 […]
Nobel Committee Explains Why Donald Trump Missed Out on 2025 Peace Prize
The Norwegian Nobel Committee has clarified its decision to exclude U.S. President Donald Trump from this year’s Nobel Peace Prize, emphasizing that the award is determined strictly on merit and free from political influence or media pressure. In an official statement, the committee reaffirmed that the Nobel Peace Prize selection process is guided by Alfred […]
UK Ex-PM Rishi Sunak Lands Senior Roles at Microsoft and Anthropic
Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has officially taken up two high-profile advisory roles at leading US technology firms Microsoft and Anthropic, marking his entry into the global tech and artificial intelligence sectors after his political career. According to documents released by the Advisory Committee on Business Appointments (ACOBA), Sunak will serve as a part-time […]
Punjab Government to Procure Wheat from Farmers at Rs3,500 per 40kg
The Punjab government has finalized an agreement with the private sector to purchase wheat from farmers at a fixed rate of Rs3,500 per 40 kilograms, marking a significant step to support the province’s agricultural community. The decision was made during a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif in Lahore, as reported by […]