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Pakistan Army foils infiltration attempt, kills 33 terrorists near Afghan border in Zhob
09/08/2025

Pakistan Army foils infiltration attempt, kills 33 terrorists near Afghan border in Zhob

In a decisive counter-terrorism action, Pakistan’s security forces have killed 33 terrorists attempting to cross into the country from Afghanistan’s side of the border. The clash took place in Sambaza, Zhob District of Balochistan, late on the night

From myths to geology: Oman’s massive sinkholes lure curious travelers
08/08/2025

From myths to geology: Oman’s massive sinkholes lure curious travelers

Fog drifts over the green mountains of southern Oman, revealing gaping chasms that plunge hundreds of metres into the earth. These are Dhofar’s famous sinkholes — natural wonders wrapped in folklore and mystery.The most famous, Kahf Teiq, is a giant

Jacob Elordi and Olivia Jade Giannulli split as she moves to Paris for new chapter
08/08/2025

Jacob Elordi and Olivia Jade Giannulli split as she moves to Paris for new chapter

Jacob Elordi and Olivia Jade Giannulli have ended their relationship after several years of an on-and-off romance, PEOPLE has confirmed through a source close to the couple.The 28-year-old Euphoria actor and 25-year-old influencer first made headline

Pakistan Idol comeback announced with Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Fawad Khan on judging panel
08/08/2025

Pakistan Idol comeback announced with Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Fawad Khan on judging panel

Eleven years after its first season, Pakistan Idol is set to make a much-anticipated return to Pakistani television. The upcoming season will feature an all-new judging lineup, including Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Bilal Maqsood, Zeb Bangash, and Fawad Kha

Industrial policy panel seeks lower corporate taxes, faster refunds to boost economy
08/08/2025

Industrial policy panel seeks lower corporate taxes, faster refunds to boost economy

Pakistan’s Industrial Policy Committees have called for a reduction in corporate taxes, reforms to the super tax regime, and a fast-track 72-hour sales tax refund process to stimulate investment and enhance exports.The recommendations were put forwar

SBP reserves slip to $14.23bn, gold prices soar amid global tariff tensions
08/08/2025

SBP reserves slip to $14.23bn, gold prices soar amid global tariff tensions

Pakistan’s economic indicators showed a mixed picture this week as the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) confirmed its reserves had dropped by $72 million, settling at $14.23 billion. The fall was linked to scheduled external debt repayments.According to

GSMA warns Pakistan may lose digital edge without telecom reforms
08/08/2025

GSMA warns Pakistan may lose digital edge without telecom reforms

Pakistan’s dream of becoming a digital hub could be derailed unless urgent telecom policy reforms are carried out, the GSMA cautioned at its Digital Nation Summit 2025.Julian Gorman, GSMA’s Head of Asia Pacific, said the country’s digital potential i

ECNEC clears 27 mega projects worth Rs1.5 trillion in record time
08/08/2025

ECNEC clears 27 mega projects worth Rs1.5 trillion in record time

In what officials are calling a “historic development push,” the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) has approved 27 projects worth over Rs1.5 trillion in just one sitting. The meeting, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq

Punjab delays school reopening to September over extreme heat, safety concerns
08/08/2025

Punjab delays school reopening to September over extreme heat, safety concerns

Lahore — Schools in Punjab will remain closed until September 1 after the provincial government extended the summer break in response to an ongoing heatwave and related health risks for students.Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat said the

Pakistan to allow import of unregistered drugs for critical patients under strict controls
08/08/2025

Pakistan to allow import of unregistered drugs for critical patients under strict controls

Islamabad — The federal cabinet has granted hospitals and healthcare institutions in Pakistan the right to import certain unregistered lifesaving medicines for the next five years, citing public health needs and limited local availability.The Nationa

MDCAT 2025 to be held on October 5, PMDC issues exam and fee schedule
08/08/2025

MDCAT 2025 to be held on October 5, PMDC issues exam and fee schedule

Islamabad — The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has confirmed that the Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) 2025 will take place on Sunday, October 5, starting at 10:00am across Pakistan.In its official announcement, the PMDC

Punjab-Centre rift deepens as Pakistan misses IMF fiscal targets
08/08/2025

Punjab-Centre rift deepens as Pakistan misses IMF fiscal targets

Islamabad — Pakistan’s failure to meet three critical International Monetary Fund (IMF) conditions has ignited a fresh political rift between the Punjab government and the Centre, despite both being led by the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N).Pri

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