Bilawal Hails Diplomatic Victory Over India in Global Advocacy Campaign
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Friday claimed that Pakistan had achieved a diplomatic breakthrough by countering Indian efforts to isolate the country on the international stage. Speaking at a celebratory gathering organized by the PPP upon his return from
NA Panel Rejects Flat Property Tax Rate, Approves Tax Reforms Targeting Elite Clubs, E-Commerce, and Fraud Prevention
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance has rejected a proposal to impose a uniform 4% rental valuation rate on commercial properties, citing concerns over fairness and implementation in diverse regions. The committee, however, approved several other key tax reform measures, including
President and Prime Minister congratulate the national hockey team
ISLAMABAD: The President and the Prime Minister congratulated the national hockey team on Pakistan’s impressive victory over France in the semi-finals of the FIH Nations Cup. President Asif Ali Zardari paid tribute to the players’ high performance, spirit and teamwork. He said that
Govt Faces Backlash Over Sugar Import After Record Exports Drive Prices to Rs190/kg
In a move stirring widespread public criticism, the Pakistani government has decided to import 750,000 metric tonnes of sugar, just months after allowing the export of nearly an equal quantity, which led to skyrocketing local prices, now touching Rs190 per kilogram. The controversial
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, met with Saima Saleem, Pakistan’s representative mission to the UN
Rawalpindi: The COAS held a warm and inspiring meeting with Ms. Saima Saleem, who despite being visually impaired, has made a remarkable mark in international diplomacy through her resolve and dedication. He lauded her exceptional talent, unwavering dedication, and outstanding contributions to promoting
“Toronto Kicks Off Women’s Entrepreneurship Forum 2025: Empowering Women in Business”
The City of Toronto hosted the Women’s Entrepreneurship Forum 2025 at City Hall, bringing together women innovators, leaders, and entrepreneurs to discuss the future of business and economic growth. The event highlighted the importance of supporting women entrepreneurs, who make up 31% of
Supreme Court Validates Transfer of IHC Judges, Rejects Petitions Challenging Legality
On Thursday, the Supreme Court’s Constitutional Bench delivered its verdict on the controversial transfers and seniority of judges to the Islamabad High Court (IHC), ruling that the transfers were constitutional and did not amount to fresh judicial appointments. The bench, led by Justice
DG ISPR Hails Students’ Support in Operation Bunyanum Marsoos, Reaffirms Unity with Balochistan
KARACHI: Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry praised the vital contribution of Pakistani students during Operation Bunyanum Marsoos, highlighting their role in dismantling India’s long-held strategic assumptions amid the recent military escalation. Speaking during a visit to Jinnah
Imran Khan Postpones PTI Protest Movement Amid Escalating Regional Tensions
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and former Prime Minister Imran Khan has decided to defer the party’s protest campaign by two weeks due to the ongoing regional volatility, especially the mounting tensions in the Middle East stemming from the Iran-Israel conflict. The announcement
Karachi Among World’s Least Liveable Cities in 2025 Global Index
Karachi has been ranked the fourth least liveable city in the world in the Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) Global Livability Index 2025, released Tuesday. The city landed at 170th out of 173 cities, surpassing only Dhaka (Bangladesh), Tripoli (Libya), and Damascus (Syria) —
