President Zardari Approves Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) for Gen Syed Amir Raza
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has approved the conferment of the Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) on General Syed Amir Raza, Commander National Strategic Command, in recognition of his outstanding services to national defence and strategic capabilities. According to an official announcement, the prestigious military honour will be awarded to General Amir Raza
DG ISPR: Terrorists have only two options, surrender to Law or Face Security forces
RAWALPINDI: Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry on Friday said Afghan nationals were involved in most of the recent suicide attacks carried out in Pakistan, while reaffirming the state’s commitment to eliminating terrorism through sustained military and intelligence-led operations. Addressing a detailed press briefing,
Gold prices increase in Pakistan, check latest prices here
KARACHI: The upward trend in gold and silver prices continued in both international and local markets on Friday. According to the international bullion market, the price of gold rose by $30 per ounce to reach $4,080 per ounce today. Following the global increase, local sarafa markets also saw a sharp
MG launches new vehicle in Pakistan: Here’s the price
KARACHI: MG Pakistan has officially launched the second-generation MG ZS in the country following a week-long social media campaign, introducing the compact SUV with hybrid powertrain options for the first time in the local market. The new MG ZS is available in three variants Vibe, Hybrid plus Excite, and Hybrid
Applications open for PhD scholarships at top 100 US universities
ISLAMABAD: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has invited applications from Pakistani students for PhD scholarships at the top 100 universities in the United States under the US-Pakistan Knowledge Corridor Programme for the 2027 academic intake. The scholarship programme aims to provide talented Pakistani students with opportunities to pursue advanced research
Govt raises kerosene price by Rs1.77 per litre
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has increased the price of kerosene oil by Rs1.77 per litre, following the latest revision in petroleum product prices. According to an official notification, the new price of kerosene has been set at Rs306.44 per litre, with the increase taking effect immediately. The latest adjustment means
Consumers can now purchase iPhones, Apple devices more easily
Apple has introduced a new financing programme that allows customers to purchase iPhones and other Apple devices through affordable monthly instalments, replacing its previous iPhone Upgrade Program and iPhone Payments plan. The new Apple Upgrade Plan, launched in partnership with financial services provider Klarna, enables eligible customers to finance a
Heavy monsoon rains trigger widespread destruction across Pakistan: NDMA
ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has released its latest assessment of the devastation caused by ongoing monsoon rains across Pakistan, reporting that the nationwide death toll has climbed to 121, with 381 people injured since June 26. According to the NDMA, eight more people lost their lives and
Private schools demand resumption of academic activities from August 3
A representative body of private schools has urged the Punjab government to allow educational institutions to reopen on August 3, 2026, instead of the scheduled August 24, arguing that an earlier start would help minimize students’ academic losses. The demand was made during a meeting of the Private School Solutions
Pensioners Get Big Relief: Government Issues Notification for 7% Increase
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has approved a 7 percent increase in the baseline pension of all civilian pensioners, civilians receiving pensions from defence estimates, retired armed forces personnel and civil armed forces pensioners. According to an office memorandum issued by the Ministry of Finance, the increase will take effect from
