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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has approved construction of two twin tunnels through Margalla Hills, significantly cutting travel distance between Haripur and Islamabad. Officials confirmed that the tunnels will reduce the commute to just eight kilometres, allowing passengers to complete their journey within ten to fifteen minutes. The transport link will
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The Pakistan Army successfully conducted the launch of the indigenously developed Fateh-4 ground-launched cruise missile on September 30, officials confirmed Tuesday. According to military officials, Fateh-4 has a range of 750 kilometres and is equipped with advanced avionics and state-of-the-art navigational systems. The missile
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Renowned comedian Lucky Dear, one of Pakistan’s most beloved entertainers, passed away in Lahore on Tuesday after battling prolonged illness. He was 60. Family sources confirmed that the veteran artist had been receiving treatment at Mayo Hospital for lung disease, diabetes, and multiple organ failure. Doctors revealed that Lucky
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Pakistan International Airlines resumed direct flights to Canada today, with a Karachi to Toronto service departing at 8:00 AM under its relaunch campaign. Passengers travelling to Canada can now avail discounts of up to fifteen per cent on tickets, according to the official announcement by PIA. A PIA spokesperson
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SHINE Humanity and Transparent Hands Foundation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to provide urgent relief to communities impacted by the 2025 floods in Pakistan. The initiative focused on distributing medicated mosquito nets to protect vulnerable families from mosquito-borne diseases in the aftermath of the disaster. Under the
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The Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA), commonly known as Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), has announced the commencement of Route 47 Phase 2 development works, marking another milestone in its commitment to sustainable and modern urban growth. Building on the achievements of Phase 1, CBD Punjab successfully
Business
The Federal Board of Revenue is expected to extend the income tax return filing deadline for Tax Year 2025 from September 30 to October 14. According to senior officials, the formal notification is likely to be issued at midnight, offering relief to taxpayers facing technical hurdles. So far, around 3.
Sports
The Pakistan Cricket Board has suspended all No Objection Certificates, preventing its centrally contracted players from featuring in foreign T20 leagues. Officials confirmed the directive on Tuesday, a day after Pakistan suffered a narrow defeat to India in the Asia Cup 2025 final held in Dubai. The notification was issued
Business
Gold prices in Pakistan climbed sharply on Tuesday, with the per tola rate of 24-karat gold reaching Rs406,778 after recording an increase of Rs3,178. The price of 10 grams of 24-karat gold rose by Rs2,725, settling at Rs348,746, while 10 grams of 22-karat
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The federal government has introduced a cost sharing scheme for electric bikes and loader rickshaws, aiming to expand cleaner transport options across Pakistan. Under the plan, 116,000 e-bikes and 3,170 e-rickshaw loaders will be distributed nationwide during the fiscal year 2025-26 in two structured phases.
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The government has unveiled Pakistan’s first National Youth Employment Policy, aimed at creating large-scale opportunities for young people both domestically and internationally. Prime Minister Youth Program Chairman Rana Mashhood Ahmed Khan announced the policy during a ceremony at Aiwan-e-Iqbal, outlining a package of ambitious measures. The
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The Pakistan Cricket Board has named the national squad for the two-Test home series against South Africa, retaining Shan Masood as captain. Opener Imam-ul-Haq has returned to the Test side, while young batter Saim Ayub has been dropped after a string of inconsistent performances. Pakistan have reinforced