Business
inDrive, a global mobility and urban services platform, took home the Best Influencer Campaign Award at the Pakistan Digital Awards for its campaign “Har Ride, Aik Nayi Kahani” (Every Ride is a New Story). The campaign stood out in the mobility space for spotlighting the meaningful human experiences behind everyday
National
The Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (Pak-EPA), in partnership with Islamabad police, has restarted its vehicle emission testing campaign in a bid to tackle worsening air quality in the capital. The drive resumed on June 12, shortly after the Eidul Azha holidays, as part of a larger strategy to reduce
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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Urban Mobility Authority has approved a fare increase for the Peshawar Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system, raising the per-stop rate by Rs10. The new pricing structure is set to take effect from July 1. According to a statement issued by the Transport Department, the hike has
National
A key government committee led by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met on Monday in Islamabad to review the country’s petroleum reserves and pricing, as global oil markets face uncertainty due to fresh tensions in the Middle East. The meeting followed the recent escalation in regional conflict after an Israeli
Sports
A skills development camp for national cricketers began in Lahore on Monday, with top players like Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan taking part in activities focused on fitness and performance improvement. Organised by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), the camp is taking place at the LCCA Ground under the guidance
Health
A recent study conducted in the United States has found that regular mango consumption could improve heart health, especially for older women living with obesity. The findings suggest mangoes may help reduce high blood pressure, cholesterol, and arterial stiffness. The research, featured on a prominent American medical website, observed women
Business
The Punjab government, led by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, is expected to present the provincial budget for the fiscal year 2025–26 today at 2 pm. The budget places strong emphasis on development, particularly in education, healthcare, infrastructure, and governance. According to official documents, the total development budget is proposed
Business
Gold rates in Pakistan have touched a new peak, with prices hitting an all-time high across major cities. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), the price of gold remained stable on Monday at Rs363,000 per tola, the highest ever recorded in the country.
weather
Karachi continues to face pre-monsoon activity as the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) predicted more light to moderate rainfall in several parts of the city on Monday. Following a brief break, the sea breeze has resumed, bringing some relief from the persistent heat. On Sunday, scattered showers were reported in
Business
The Economic Policy and Business Development (EPBD) Board of Governors categorically rejected the draconian amendments introduced in the Budget that grant the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) unprecedented and excessive powers over the business community. These measures represent a fundamental assault on business rights and economic freedom that no business
Business
The Sindh government has extended the deadline for mandatory biometric verification of vehicle registrations and ownership transfers until August 14. The announcement was made on Thursday through an official notification issued by the Sindh Excise, Taxation, and Narcotics Control Department. This biometric policy, introduced in September 2024, is aimed at
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The Supreme Court of Pakistan on Thursday directed the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government to submit a detailed report on vehicles seized in criminal cases and stored in police warehouses across the province. The court also sought information on the current status of those cases. A three-member bench, comprising Justice