At least 47 more Pakistanis were deported from Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan and seven other countries in just one day due to allegations of illegal activities other charges, immigration sources reported on Monday. Sources said that Saudi Arabia expelled six Pakistanis over charges of involvement in drug peddling, while four other
Videos featuring cricketer Saim Ayub and influencer Kashaf Ali have recently gone viral on social media, sparking curiosity and raising questions among fans about their relationship. Saim, who is currently in the UK for treatment of an injury, was expecting to focus on his recovery, but several videos with model
For the first time, a delegation from the Taliban government is visiting Japan, marking a rare diplomatic trip outside of their usual region. The Afghan team, which includes officials from ministries like higher education, foreign affairs, and the economy, left Kabul on Saturday for what is expected to be a
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has highlighted Pakistan’s “big potential” to support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, particularly through the export of skilled labor. Speaking at the Emerging Market Economies Conference in AlUla, Saudi Arabia, Aurangzeb shared his optimism about Pakistan’s role in the Kingdom’s efforts to reshape
A visiting delegation of IMF experts met with the Auditor General of Pakistan to receive a briefing on the audit process and transparency in the public sector. The IMF mission is in Pakistan conducting a Governance and Corruption Diagnostic Assessment (GCDA), as previously announced by the Ministry of Finance. During
The Pakistan government has reportedly struggled to persuade sugar millers to lower prices ahead of the holy month of Ramazan. According to sources, despite the government’s efforts to reduce the price of sugar, millers remain unwilling to cooperate. At present, sugar is being sold at Rs155 per kilogram, but
The Sindh High Court (SHC) has issued a notice to the federal government in response to a petition challenging the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA), on Monday. The hearing was led by SHC Chief Justice Shafi Siddiqui, who questioned the petitioner’s lawyer about the concerns with the PECA
The students of Riphah Institute of Hospitality and Culinary Arts (RIHCA) have achieved remarkable success at the Pakistan International Culinary Championship, where top chefs from five-star hotels, leading restaurants, and culinary institutions from across the country showcased their expertise. RIHCA students demonstrated exceptional culinary talent, securing Gold, Silver, and Bronze
Zartaj Gul, a leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and former federal minister, spoke out against what she described as constitutional violations being made to extend the tenure of a government holding just 17 seats. Addressing the media in Islamabad, Gul expressed her concerns that the current government had targeted not
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif is set to visit the United Arab Emirates (UAE) today (Monday) for a two-day trip to participate in the World Governments Summit (WGS) in Dubai. Invited by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of
Today, the Pakistan Embassy, Beijing organized a special event to commemorate Kashmir Solidarity Day. The event reaffirmed Pakistan’s steadfast political, diplomatic and moral support for the resolution of Jammu and Kashmir dispute in accordance with the United Nations Security Council resolutions. Messages from the President, Prime Minister, and Deputy
The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) has approached the Islamabad High Court, challenging the recently passed Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) Amendment Act of 2025. In a petition submitted by PFUJ President Afzal Butt, through Advocate Imran Shafiq, the union argues that the amended law is not only
According to the provincial energy department, more than 1.6 million people have signed up for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s free solar system initiative. This ambitious scheme aims to provide solar power systems to 130,000 eligible individuals, divided into two phases of 65,000 beneficiaries each. To qualify for the
Anita Karim, Pakistan’s pioneering female MMA fighter, grew up in the rugged northern region of Gilgit-Baltistan, where she honed her combat skills by sparring with her three older brothers. Despite early resistance from her community, who believed MMA was a sport for men, she broke barriers and became the
Pakistan and China on Thursday signed three different Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to enhance cooperation in the areas of renewable energy, cement and fertilizer manufacturing sectors. President Asif Ali Zardari along with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Chief Minister of Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah witnessed
Cricket fans are facing significant challenges in getting printed tickets for the upcoming Tri-nation Series and Champions Trophy 2025, which they had purchased online. Long lines and slow processing at designated courier centers have caused frustration, with each ticket request taking about four to five minutes to process. This sluggish