Govt focused on Gilgit Baltistan uplift with roads, Solar projects, Danish schools: Amir Muqam
SKARDU: Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs, Gilgit Baltistan and SAFRON Engineer Amir Muqam has said that the development of Gilgit-Baltistan is the top priority of the government, where initiatives like road construction, solarisation projects and Danish Schools are underway, which are leading the region on the path of development and
Iran’s foreign minister to reach Islamabad tonight amid Pakistan’s diplomatic push
ISLAMABAD: Diplomatic activity in the federal capital has intensified following reports from government sources that Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi is expected to arrive tonight, accompanied by a small delegation. The visit is seen as a critical step in a broader mediation effort facilitated by Pakistan, aimed at bridging the
Iranian FM hold telephonic conversation with Ishaq Dar and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir
Iranian Foreign Minister Syed Abbas Araqchi has made telephone contact with the political and military leadership of Pakistan, in which the latest situation in the region and issues related to the ceasefire were discussed in detail. The Iranian Foreign Minister contacted Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar
SpaceX set to buy Pakistani teen’s AI startup Cursor for $60 billion
ISLAMABAD: SpaceX, the aerospace giant led by Elon Musk, is reportedly in talks to acquire the cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) company co-founded by Pakistani teen Saleh Asif and his MIT colleagues, valued at a staggering $60 billion. According to Express News, the agreement, which is set to reshape the landscape
Possible Eid al-Adha 2026 dates: Expect a long weekend or even six days off
ISLAMABAD: Initial predictions regarding the dates and holidays for Eid al-Adha 2026 in Pakistan have now been shared, with the official moon sighting committee meeting scheduled for May 17, 2026, to observe the 1447 Hijri lunar crescent. If the moon is sighted on May 17, 1st Zul-Hijjah will fall on
Federal budget to offer relief for salaried class, set for early June
ISLAMABAD: The federal budget for the new fiscal year will be presented in the first week of June. The government has decided to prepare this budget in accordance with the conditions set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). It is proposed that relief will be provided to the salaried class,
DC confirms no fuel shortage in Islamabad, assures citizens
ISLAMABAD: The district administration of Islamabad has given a very significant advisory for citizens stating that there is no dearth of petrol and diesel in the city. The Deputy Commissioner has informed citizens that although some petrol stations have faced interruptions because of the ban on heavy transportation, the supply
Teen TikToker dies in tragic shooting while filming video
HYDERABAD: The increasingly common practice of producing content on social media sites resulted in the untimely demise of another individual after he was fatally shot while shooting a video in the Hussainabad area of Hyderabad. As reported by eyewitnesses, an 18-year-old man named Shabbir got shot after his gun went
Solar installers alert: New government law enforces NEPRA licensing
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Power Division has made a significant announcement regarding solar systems in the country. Under the new amendments, it is now mandatory for all individuals and entities installing solar systems to obtain a NEPRA (National Electric Power Regulatory Authority) license. According to reports, the federal government has
Security forces kill key Fitna-Al-Hindustan’ militants in Yakmach
QUETTA: Security forces in Balochistan have successfully carried out a timely and effective operation against militants affiliated with the group “Fitna-e-Hindustan,” resulting in the deaths of several terrorists. The operation, based on intelligence reports, was carried out in the remote area of Yakmach. According to sources, the security forces conducted
