National
The Sindh government has rolled out the Benazir Hari Card, a flagship scheme aimed at supporting small and medium-scale farmers, marking the fulfillment of a key promise made by the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) during its election campaign. Sindh Agriculture Minister announced on Thursday that Sindh Bank will issue
Business
The gold market witnessed a major correction on Thursday, reversing its upward trend both globally and in Pakistan. The All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association reported that the price of 24-karat gold per tola dropped by Rs4,100 to Rs384,000. Prices for 10 grams fell by Rs3,
Sports
Women will take full charge of officiating duties at the upcoming Women’s Cricket World Cup, marking a historic first for the sport. The International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed on Thursday that 14 umpires and four referees, all female, will oversee matches in the 13th edition of the World Cup
National
In response to reports of flood victims being charged for boat rescues, the Punjab government has moved to regulate all private boats in flood-affected areas, pledging to cover their operational expenses. Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari said the action reflects the government’s zero-tolerance stance on exploitation during
entertainment
Celebrated YouTuber Iqra Kanwal, the face behind Sisterology, has given birth to a baby girl, marking a new chapter in the family’s story. The proud parents, Iqra Kanwal and Areeb Pervez, shared the news with followers via Instagram. Their heartfelt message described the baby’s arrival as “the most
education
Schools in Karachi reopened on Thursday after being shut down due to urban flooding triggered by monsoon rains, but officials warn the risk of future closures remains. APSMA Chairman Syed Tariq Shah confirmed the resumption of classes and revealed that Saturdays will now be part of the academic week. The
Business
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) carried forward its bullish momentum on Thursday, with the benchmark KSE-100 gaining nearly 600 points in early trading. The index climbed to 157,603.90 points at 9:35am, up 583 points or 0.37%. Strong demand for banking, energy, and cement stocks drove
National
the federal government has ended the ban on new gas connections, allowing domestic consumers to access pipelines after an eight-year hiatus. The restriction, first imposed in 2017 to conserve limited domestic gas resources, has now been lifted with the approval of connections using imported gas. The government has instructed
National
The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has announced a major policy shift that threatens to raise the cost of solar energy adoption across Punjab. According to a notification issued this week, only Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) meters will now be used for solar net-metering connections. The price of the
Technology
The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has uncovered a new dimension in Pakistan’s largest investigation into the illegal trade of stolen data, with mobile applications now identified as part of the network. According to investigators, apps were not only being used to share information but also to facilitate
Business
Shanghai Electric Power’s decision to abandon its $1.77 billion bid for K-Electric signals rising investor frustration with Pakistan’s energy sector. The acquisition was meant to transfer control of KE from KES Power Ltd to SEP, giving the Chinese company 66.4% ownership in Pakistan’s only
Business
The record-breaking rally in gold prices has left many buyers sidelined in Pakistan, with jewellery markets reporting lower footfall even as rates held steady on Wednesday. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association (APSGJA), the price of 24-karat gold stood at Rs388,100 per tola