weather
Flood warnings have been issued across Punjab as monsoon rains continue to swell major rivers, with rising water levels posing a serious threat to several districts. According to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), the situation may escalate if rains persist through September 9. The Chenab, Ravi, and Sutlej rivers
Business
Several major foreign currencies posted slight gains against the Pakistani Rupee in the open market on September 5, 2025, with notable upticks in the British Pound, Euro, and Gulf currencies. The British Pound (GBP) was bought at Rs 381.30 and sold at Rs 383.30, reflecting continued strength amid
Technology
Android’s emoji experience is getting a fun and creative overhaul. Google is rolling out new tools that let users mix and match emojis and stickers to better express themselves. A new browse feature has been added to the emoji and sticker section, allowing users to explore a wider variety
entertainment
A camping trip turned dangerous for singer Quratulain Balouch when she was attacked by a bear at Deosai National Park in Gilgit-Baltistan. The incident has renewed concerns about visitor safety in Pakistan’s northern tourist destinations. Balouch sustained injuries to both her arms when the wild bear struck, leaving
entertainment
Filmmaker Athar Abbas has built a distinguished career in Pakistan's media industry and established himself as a prominent voice through his work. He started filmmaking with music videos and later moved on to directing movies, and also improved his storytelling skills along the way. With more than 10
Business
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) extended its record-breaking run on Friday as investors continued to fuel a sharp upward rally. The KSE-100 Index soared to 153,587 points at the opening, marking another milestone for the country’s financial markets. The rally gained pace with an opening surge
World
Turkish authorities have cancelled a planned concert in Istanbul by French singer Enrico Macias, citing concerns over possible protests against his support for Israel. The show was scheduled for Friday, but the Istanbul governor’s office said it was banned to avoid demonstrations linked to Israel’s actions in Gaza.
Business
The State Bank of Pakistan has reported an increase in its foreign exchange reserves, which rose by 28 million dollars over the past week. As of August 29, 2025, the central bank’s reserves stand at 14.30 billion dollars, showing a steady upward trend. Read more: Gujrat Flooded After
Business
Pakistan has taken a major step toward launching 5G services, as the Frequency Allocation Board has freed over 600 MHz of spectrum for the upcoming next generation mobile services auction. This progress comes after extensive coordination with the defense sector, re-farming of existing services, and efforts to clear unauthorized
National
The Election Commission of Pakistan has postponed the Punjab by-elections after devastating floods destroyed infrastructure and disrupted administrative work. Roads, bridges, railway lines, electric poles, and polling stations were badly damaged, making it impossible to hold elections. Rescue and relief operations have also tied up government employees who were
education
Pakistan faces one of the world’s worst education crises with 22 million children still out of school, even as UNICEF warns that global education aid could fall by 24 per cent by 2026. According to the Pakistan Institute of Education, nearly 38 per cent of school-age children are
National
Gujrat city in Punjab has faced very heavy rain, with 506 millimeters falling in just 20 hours. The nonstop downpour has caused serious flooding in many areas. Read more: India Issues Fresh Flood Alert to Pakistan Drains and waterways could not handle the water, and important roads like Qamar Sialvi