Mahrang Baloch, Hadiqa Kiani make it to BBC 100 Women 2024 list
The BBC has unveiled its prestigious 100 Women for 2024 list, spotlighting two remarkable Pakistani women for their inspiring contributions: singer-songwriter Hadiqa Kiani and...
South Korean President declares martial law in Country
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol announced martial law in an unexpected late-night address broadcast live on television, vowing to eliminate what he called "shameless pro-North Korean anti-state forces." This marks the first declaration of martial law in South Korea since 1980.
Trump Warns “Hell to pay” if Hostages Remain Captive
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump warned on Monday of severe repercussions in the Middle East if hostages held in the Gaza Strip are not freed before his January 20, 2025, inauguration.
Pakistan’s Trade Deficit drops by Nearly 19%
According to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), Pakistan’s trade deficit dropped by 18.6% year-on-year (YoY) in November 2024, declining to $1.589 billion from $1.952 billion recorded in the same month last year.
Barrister Saif Rejects Govt Claims of Murad Saeed hiding in KP CM House as...
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government spokesperson Barrister Mohammad Ali Saif has refuted claims by the federal government that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Murad Saeed was hiding in the Chief Minister's House in Peshawar. Addressing a program Naya Pakistan, Barrister Saif stated, “If they had seen Murad Saeed, they would have arrested him,” dismissing the allegations as baseless.
PSX Surges past 103,000, driven by strong fundamentals
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued its bullish momentum on Monday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index soaring 1,860.12 points during intraday trading, reaching an all-time high of 103,217.44. This remarkable surge reflects a 1.44% gain from the previous close of 101,357.32, driven by robust economic fundamentals, strong sectoral performances, and optimism surrounding a potential policy rate cut.
Joint Task Force Estalished to Track Anti-State propaganda Culprits
Government Forms Joint Task Force to Combat Malicious Propaganda Against State
The Pakistani government has established a 10-member Joint Task Force (JTF) to identify and...
Hafiz Hamdullah Claims Backdoor Talks underway with PTI Founder
Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI) leader Hafiz Hamdullah, in an interview with a channel on Monday, shed light on ongoing backchannel discussions involving the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). However, he noted that the events of May 9 remain a significant stumbling block in reaching any resolution.
Govt Reveals PTI’s ‘Do-or-Die’ Strategy and Murad’s Involvement in Islamabad Chaos
Days after the violent protests in Islamabad, the Ministry of Interior released a detailed account on Sunday, shedding light on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) controversial “do-or-die” protest. The ministry's report addressed key developments, allegations of social media propaganda, economic losses, and the violent clashes between PTI supporters and law enforcement agencies (LEAs).
Govt Hikes Petrol Price by 3.72 Rupees per litre
Petrol prices have risen by Rs. 3.72 per liter, bringing the new rate to Rs. 252.10 per liter, according to an official notification. High-Speed Diesel has also seen an increase of Rs. 3.29 per liter, now priced at Rs. 258.43 per liter.