Business
Lower Rainfall, Seasonal Demand Drive Fertilizer Market Rebound
Pakistan’s urea sales climbed 46% year-on-year to 816,000 tons in August 2025, driven by lower rainfall and dealer restocking after subdued demand earlier in
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education
High Dropouts Force KP to Replace BS Courses with Associate Degrees
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Education Department has formally ended BS programs in its government colleges, citing persistently low enrollment and a surge in student dropouts as the main reasons.
Technology
Lawsuit Pressures OpenAI to Launch Parental Controls for ChatGPT
OpenAI is preparing to introduce parental controls for ChatGPT, a move that comes as the company faces legal pressure following a lawsuit linking the chatbot to the suicide
Business
Rupee Strengthens as Indian Currency Faces Mixed Outlook
The Pakistani rupee inched higher against the US dollar on Wednesday, reflecting positive momentum in the inter-bank market, while the Indian rupee showed signs of recovery despite
Business
PSX Extends Gains Despite Global Market Volatility
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) recorded another strong session on Wednesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index gaining over 900 points in early trade. The rally comes even
World
Playful Training Turns Xiaogui the Parrot into a Guinness World Record Holder
What started as a playful interaction between a pet parrot and his owner has now made international headlines. Xiaogui, a parrot in China, has officially been recognized by
National
Flood Warnings Issued for Chenab and Tawi Rivers in Punjab
Punjab’s disaster management authority has warned of potential flooding in major rivers following heavy rains. A high flood alert has been declared for the River Tawi and
entertainment
From Concert Spotlight to Oxygen Mask: Hania Aamir Keeps Fans Guessing
Actress Hania Aamir has once again captured the spotlight, this time by posting a picture of herself wearing an oxygen mask. The post, shared on Tuesday, came without
National
Sindh Expands Maternal Support Scheme, Increases Assistance to Rs41,000
Women in Sindh will now receive enhanced financial assistance under the Mamta Program, as Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah announced an increase from Rs30,000 to Rs41,000.
National
EU Extends Solidarity With Pakistan Through Rs350m Flood Relief
Pakistan will receive Rs350 million in emergency assistance from the European Union to help victims of the recent floods. The aid will focus on immediate relief, including health
Business
Lawmakers Briefed on High Sugar Prices, Limited Import Relief
Pakistan’s sugar market remains under strain as domestic rates continue to exceed global prices, a parliamentary panel was informed on Tuesday. The subcommittee of the National Assembly’
Technology
Regulatory Delays Threaten Telecom Future, Senate Told
The Senate Standing Committee on Information Technology and Telecom on Tuesday sharply criticised regulators and telecom operators over unresolved disputes, stalled audits, and spectrum-related litigation, warning that
Business
Gold Market Holds Ground After Historic Rally
After a sharp rally earlier this week, gold prices showed no change on Tuesday in both Pakistan and global markets. Figures shared by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems
National
Civil Secretariat, OPDs Among Institutions to Observe Holiday
The government of Punjab has announced that offices across the province will remain closed on Saturday, September 6, in observance of 12th Rabiul Awwal. The notification stated that
National
Gandapur Seeks Citizenship for Afghans to Boost Investment
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has urged Islamabad to ease its citizenship rules for Afghan nationals, saying the move could unlock billions of dollars in investment.
Business
Oil Sales Rise 7% in August as Petrol, Diesel Demand Surges
Pakistan’s fuel sales grew in August on the back of stronger petrol and diesel demand, while furnace oil continued to lose relevance in the energy mix. Data