entertainment
Pakistani artists Hasan Raheem and Afusic have teamed up for a new single, Kanwal, accompanied by a stylish music video that has already crossed 200,000 views on YouTube within a day of release. Read more: Pakistan Returns to Venice Biennale with ‘The Curfew’ The track, produced by AliSoomroMusic, blends
World
Pakistan on Wednesday dispatched 105 tonnes of humanitarian relief goods to Afghanistan in the wake of the devastating earthquake that has killed more than 1,400 people and injured over 3,300. Read more: India Issues Fresh Flood Alert to Pakistan The consignment includes food, medicines, tents, blankets, and bubble
National
Construction workers at Lotus Park in Islamabad have uncovered the remains of Jamia Masjid Rajgan, a mosque believed to be more than 200 years old. The unexpected discovery has drawn the attention of historians, archaeologists, and local residents, who say the find underscores the city’s rich cultural and historical
Business
Habib Bank Limited (HBL) has launched a new car financing scheme, offering the industry’s lowest fixed markup rate of 9.99%. The offer applies to all new and locally manufactured vehicles, giving customers an affordable way to purchase their dream cars. Read more: Sindh Expands Maternal Support Scheme, Increases
National
India has issued a formal flood alert to Pakistan through its High Commission, warning of rising water levels in the Tawi River following large releases from the Pong and Bhakra dams. The surge is expected to increase flows into Pakistan, heightening the risk of flooding in vulnerable areas. Read more:
National
A Senate committee has uncovered alarming practices by online loan apps in Pakistan, revealing that some were charging interest rates as high as 1,800%, trapping vulnerable borrowers in crippling debt. Read more: Instagram Brings Reels, Stories, and Full Features to iPad Users Beyond excessive charges, many apps were also
National
Governor Punjab Sardar Saleem Haider has announced that he will sponsor the weddings of nine girls whose dowries were washed away in the recent floods at Lahore’s Theme Park. His support has brought relief and hope to families struggling to rebuild their lives after the disaster. Read more: Two-
National
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has put an immediate ban on cutting trees in forests and on the auction of timber across the province. The decision, announced on Wednesday, ends the old timber auction system that had been followed for many years. Read more: Foreign Hunters Drive Record Bids
entertainment
Social media influencer and TikTok star Samiya Hijab has disclosed that the suspect behind her recent abduction attempt is her former fiancé. Read more: Samiya Hijab Video Goes Viral After Kidnapping attempts In a video statement released on social media, Samiya identified the accused as Hassan Zahid, revealing that she
Government
The Suki Kinari hydropower station has completed its inaugural year of operations, delivering 2.7 billion kilowatt-hours of renewable electricity to Pakistan’s grid, according to Chinese officials. The plant, developed under the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), is being hailed as a milestone in Pakistan’s clean energy
National
Instagram has finally delivered an official iPad app, addressing long-standing frustration among users who had no choice but to use the web version or a stretched iPhone app. The app opens straight to Reels, reflecting the company’s focus on video content. It offers a wider viewing experience that
National
Federal Minister Rana Sanaullah has said that Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir will serve until November 2027, as allowed by law. In a press briefing, Sanaullah clarified that after recent amendments, no separate notification was required to formalise the tenure of service chiefs. “The law ensures automatic