Internet speed has started improving in the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad, however, slow internet continues to disrupt daily life and work in several other cities, including Lahore. Students, freelancers, and businesses remain severely affected by the ongoing internet slowdown, with many facing difficulties accessing social media and online
Pakistan’s domestic exports have shown a robust growth of 12.57% in the first five months of the ongoing financial year, with the trade deficit witnessing a substantial reduction. According to official data, from July to November 2024, exports reached $13.69 billion, marking an increase of $1.52
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Pakistan has reported three new polio cases, bringing the total for 2024 to 59, a concerning development in the fight to eradicate the virus. The National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC) for Polio Eradication identified the new cases in Dera Ismail Khan, Kemari, and Kashmore. All the affected children tested positive
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The Minsk Tractor Plant (MTZ) has announced plans to supply at least 2,700 Belarus tractors, each with up to 60 hp, to Pakistan in 2025. This agreement was formalized during Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko’s visit to Pakistan, as shared by the enterprise’s press service. MTZ General Director
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This new rule is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to tackle air pollution. Vehicle owners will now be required to show a fitness certificate, along with their registration book and license when applying for an M-tag. Additionally, vehicles over 30 years old will be banned from entering Lahore
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The Punjab government has announced stricter measures to combat air pollution and improve air quality in the province, especially in Lahore. Senior Minister Maryam Aurangzeb revealed that route permits for vehicles with faulty engines and excessive smoke emissions will be revoked. Additionally, a ban will be enforced on the entry
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Internet services in Pakistan have seen some improvement in the twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi today but the situation still remains challenging in many parts of the country, including Lahore, where internet speeds continue to be sluggish. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has yet to provide an explanation for
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Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have concluded seven agreements valued at $560 million. This follows the signing of 34 memoranda of understanding (MoUs) between the two countries in a brief span, highlighting their commitment to deepening bilateral investment across multiple sectors. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a high-level meeting in Islamabad
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ISLAMABAD : The Khunjerab Pass, the sole land port between China and Pakistan, has transitioned to year-round operation, enhancing its role as a vital trade and cultural exchange gateway. Located in Xinjiang’s Taxkorgan County, a key area of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), the port previously operated seasonally due to
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan said on Monday that incarcerated party founder Imran Khan expressed sorrow over the casualties during a crackdown on the “final call” protesters in Islamabad and ordered the PTI lawmakers to take up the issue in both houses of parliament. Speaking to the media
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The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has announced a price hike for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) for December, making domestic use slightly more expensive. According to a notification issued by OGRA for December, the new price of LPG has been set at Rs254.30 per kilogramme, marking a marginal
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An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) has granted bail to senior journalist Matiullah Jan and ordered his release on the submission of Rs10,000 surety bonds. The court heard the case involving Matiullah Jan, who was accused of terrorism-related charges. During the hearing, the journalist’s legal team argued that the charges
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The death toll from ongoing tribal clashes in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s District Kurram has risen further, as two more individuals lost their lives and 10 others were injured in fresh incidents of firing. The police confirmed that the latest spell of violence, now entering its tenth day, has claimed 124
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The road leading towards Naran, tourist point of Kaghan Valley has been closed amid snowstorm. Mansehra deputy commissioner cautioned tourists for travel in the valley. The tourism season at Naran amid extreme weather patterns has ended. Kaghan Development Authority officials stated that tourists can travel to Shogran and Balakot. Snowfall
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The panoramic solutions for the whole industrial chain of agricultural water-saving irrigation could systematically meet the agricultural needs of different regions and climates. “Besides Pakistan, we have also provided targeted solutions in ASEAN countries including Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, as well as Central Asia, Africa and as far as South America,
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The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced the receipt of a $500 million policy-based loan from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), which will be added to Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves next week. The loan, approved on October 29 under the Climate and Disaster Resilience Enhancement Program (CDREP)