National
Rising CO₂ Linked to Extreme Weather, Ocean Harm
The concentration of carbon dioxide (CO₂) in Earth’s atmosphere has climbed to 430.2 parts per million (ppm), marking the highest level seen in millions of years,
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Business
ICE Vehicles Face Higher Costs Under Budget 2025–26
The federal government has introduced a new tax on petrol and diesel vehicles in the Budget for 2025–26, impacting all internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, whether locally
education
Long-Vacant School Posts to Be Filled Across Punjab
The Punjab government has begun the process of appointing permanent headmasters to over 35,000 government schools across the province, marking a major step in addressing long-standing
weather
Thunderstorms and Winds Forecast for Parts of Punjab and KP
The Pakistan Meteorological Department has predicted rainfall with thunder and strong winds in several regions of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) starting Thursday evening. Officials from the Met
National
CDA Left to Rescue Stalled Islamabad Infrastructure
The federal government has pulled funding for two major infrastructure projects in Islamabad—the 10th Avenue road and the Sihala flyover—according to budget documents for the fiscal
National
CCD Tracks Down Social Media Gun Promoters in Narowal
Authorities in Punjab have launched a crackdown against individuals publicly displaying weapons and sharing related images on social media platforms. The Crime Control Department (CCD) confirmed on Wednesday
World
Short-Term Visa Ban Lifted for 14 Countries Post-Hajj
Following the successful completion of Hajj 2025, Saudi Arabia has lifted its temporary suspension on short-term visas for citizens of 14 countries, including Pakistan, India, Egypt, and
National
Sindh to Launch Free E-Scooters for Women, EV Taxis for Youth
The Sindh government is set to expand its green transport efforts by introducing electric taxis and scooters in the 2025–26 budget. The decision was taken in a
National
Army Chief to Join US Military’s 250th Anniversary Celebrations
Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal General Syed Asim Munir, is expected to visit Washington, DC this week to take part in the 250th anniversary celebrations of the
National
Eid Rush: KP Sees 930,000 Tourists in 3 Days
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s scenic regions witnessed a massive tourism boom during the three-day Eid-ul-Azha holidays, attracting over 932,000 visitors. The surge in tourist activity
National
Rawalpindi Opens Flyover for Traffic Before Completion
The Nawaz Sharif Flyover on Adiala Road, Rawalpindi, has officially opened to traffic, despite ongoing work on the service roads. Authorities have confirmed that the remaining tasks will
Sports
How Pakistan Can Watch Australia vs South Africa Live
Cricket fans in Pakistan are gearing up for a high-stakes clash as Australia take on South Africa in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023–25 Final
Business
Maryam Nawaz Clears Pay Raise Ahead of Budget
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved a 10 percent increase in the salaries of government employees for the fiscal year 2025–26, days before the provincial
Business
KP Budget Declared Tax-Free for FY26
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has confirmed that the provincial government will present a tax-free budget, with no new taxes planned for the upcoming financial
Business
GST Hike to Raise Prices of Entry-Level Cars, Including Suzuki Alto
The Pakistani government has proposed ending existing tax relief on small cars, including popular models like the Suzuki Alto, under the upcoming federal budget. If the plan is
National
Rs17.8bn Sports Budget Backs Science and Stadiums
Amid continued financial pressure, Pakistan’s federal government has allocated Rs1.1 billion for sports infrastructure projects under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) for the fiscal year