Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, currently on an official four-day visit to Saudi Arabia, has engaged in high-level talks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS). The discussions, held on March 20, 2025, focused on strengthening bilateral relations between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, particularly in the areas of trade, security,
Pakistani actor Danish Taimoor has issued an apology after his remarks about polygamy during a recent Ramadan TV show triggered widespread backlash. Taimoor, who appeared alongside his wife, actress Ayeza Khan, made controversial comments regarding polygamy, stating that Islamic law permits men to marry up to four women. His remark,
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) reached an all-time high on Thursday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index surpassing the 119,000 mark for the first time in history. The index surged by 1,447.79 points, or 1.23%, touching an intraday high of 119,421.81, before closing at a
Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar assured the National Assembly on Wednesday that Pakistan is actively involved in “constructive” discussions with India, with the aim of resolving key bilateral issues, including the long-standing Kashmir dispute. Addressing members during a session, Dar highlighted that despite the challenges in the relationship between the two
On Tuesday, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) saw negative sentiment take hold, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index shedding over 700 points. By 10:25 AM, the index had fallen to 113,632.09, a decrease of 724.25 points or 0.63%. The market felt the impact of the State
The federal government is considering reducing petroleum prices in the upcoming second fortnightly review for March 2025, due to the ongoing decline in global oil prices. Sources suggest that petrol could become cheaper by Rs13 to Rs15 per litre, while high-speed diesel prices might drop by around Rs11 per litre.
U.S. and Ukrainian officials gathered in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday for critical talks aimed at repairing strained relations and determining whether Ukraine is prepared to make concessions in President Donald Trump’s push to swiftly end the war with Russia. This meeting comes after months of tensions, particularly following
The Royal Thai Embassy in Pakistan has introduced a new e-visa system, offering a streamlined process for Pakistani citizens planning to visit Thailand. This new system allows applicants to apply online, eliminating the need to visit the embassy in person. Speed and Convenience The e-visa system aims to simplify the
Two patients tragically lost their lives at Mayo Hospital in Lahore due to severe reactions from a suspected anti-bacterial injection. The incident, which occurred on Monday, has sent shockwaves through the medical community. Along with the two fatalities, 17 others remain in critical condition at the hospital’s Chest Surgery
Two intelligence officers of the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD), Mustafa and Zahid, were tragically martyred in a targeted attack on Tanda Dam Road in Kohat. While on their way to Kohat city for duty, the officers were ambushed by armed terrorists who opened indiscriminate fire. Both officers, riding a motorcycle,
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has filed a petition with the Lahore High Court (LHC) seeking permission to hold a public gathering at Minar-e-Pakistan on March 22. The petition, filed by PTI leader Akmal Khan Bari, names the Punjab Chief Secretary, Lahore Deputy Commissioner, and other relevant authorities as respondents. Constitutional Right
Dry conditions continue to dominate across Punjab, including in Lahore, with temperatures slowly climbing, as per the Meteorological Department’s update on Saturday. Cloudy Days Ahead, but Rain is Unlikely The Met Office predicts that most areas of Punjab, including Lahore, will experience cloudy weather on Sunday and Monday. However,
Provincial Minister of Irrigation, Pir Kazim Pirzada, revealed that 30,000 government positions were eliminated as part of measures dictated by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). This decision has sparked conversations about the country’s economic challenges and its attempts to meet IMF conditions. Irrigation System Challenges and Future Repairs
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s full support for the Arab League’s proposal to reconstruct Gaza, which is to be governed by the Palestinian Authority. He expressed this stance during an Extraordinary Session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers held in Jeddah.
Advocate Akhtar Hussain, a member of the Supreme Judicial Council and representative of the Pakistan Bar Council in the Judicial Commission, has tendered his resignation. This move comes amid rising tensions within the commission, particularly surrounding the issues of seniority and the judicial selection process. Advocate Hussain’s resignation signals
In a groundbreaking move set to transform Pakistan’s digital landscape, Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has successfully connected the country to the Africa-1 submarine cable, marking a significant milestone in the enhancement of Pakistan’s telecommunication and digital infrastructure. The Africa-1 cable system, a state-of-the-art high-capacity submarine cable capable