National
China will introduce a new K-visa on October 1 to attract young foreign professionals in science and technology, a move that could benefit many from Pakistan. The visa is intended for individuals in STEM fields — science, technology, engineering, and mathematics — who are either degree holders from reputable universities or
National
A report by the Pakistan Council of Research in Water Resources (PCRWR) has warned that Pakistan has fallen below the global threshold for water scarcity, with annual per capita availability now just 733,000 liters. The international water scarcity limit is defined as 1,000 cubic meters per person per
Business
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) opened on a positive note Friday, with the KSE-100 Index crossing the 147,000 level after Moody’s upgraded Pakistan’s credit rating. By 10:40am, the benchmark index had gained 957.05 points, or 0.65%, reaching 147,486.35. The rally was
Business
The Economic Policy & Business Development Think Tank (EPBD) has released its inaugural report formulating a Wealth Perception Index 2025, listing Pakistan’s top 40 public and private sector conglomerates, including the first-ever compilation of prospective dollar-billionaire business groups in the country. The Index, launched on Pakistan’s
entertainment
Popular Pakistani singer Atif Aslam has lost his father, Chaudhry Muhammad Aslam, who died after a lengthy illness. According to family sources, Chaudhry Muhammad Aslam had been battling health issues for quite some time before his death. The singer has often acknowledged his parents’ constant encouragement as a key factor
National
The Islamabad district administration has imposed a two-month ban on the use of drones and camcopters in the federal capital under Section 144, citing security concerns. A notification issued on Tuesday stated that the restriction applies to all unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) except those operated by law enforcement agencies
National
The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) administration has declared Wednesday, August 13, 2025, a local holiday across the revenue limits of the federal capital. The announcement was made through an official notification issued by District Magistrate Irfan Nawaz Memon on Tuesday. The order stated that the holiday would apply to all
World
Pakistani diplomats posted at the High Commission in New Delhi are reportedly facing a series of hostile actions, including eviction notices, service disruptions, and delays in visa renewals, according to a report in The News on Tuesday. At least four diplomats have allegedly been served eviction notices for their privately
National
The Sindh government is moving towards replacing all existing computerized arms licences with advanced smart card–based licences directly linked to the criminal record database. The plan, reviewed during a meeting chaired by Sindh Interior Minister Zia-ul-Hassan Lanjar, is aimed at making the arms licensing process more secure,
National
The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) has intensified its crackdown on substandard meat in Murree, targeting several markets in the area. Inspections were carried out in Aliot Bazaar, Expressway, and Mochi Mandi, where meat quality was checked for compliance with health standards. A PFA spokesperson said 19 beef and mutton shops
Business
Motorists in Pakistan may soon see further relief at fuel stations, with petrol and diesel prices expected to drop again from 16 August. The anticipated cut follows a steady decline in global crude oil prices over the past 11 days. US benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) has fallen by $5.
Sports
Former British swimmer Sharron Davies has reflected on her early Olympic experience, saying she sees no problem with China’s 12-year-old Yu Zidi competing at the highest level. Yu became the youngest medallist at last month’s world championships in Singapore after winning bronze in the women’s