Significant jump in Gold prices, check latest price here
After a three-day continuous fall, a significant increase in gold prices has been recorded in the global and local gold markets, after which there is a stir in the market once again. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Association, 24-carat gold per tola has become expensive by Rs 11,100 to
PM welcomes Trump decision to halt operation project freedom
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed the US President’s decision to temporarily halt operation Project Freedom in the Strait of Hormuz. In a statement on social media platform X, Shehbaz Sharif called Donald Trump’s decision an important and timely step towards reducing tensions in the region. “I am grateful to
Rising petrol prices, where can petrol be obtained at a discount rate?
After the war situation between the US and Iran, there was an extraordinary increase in the prices of petroleum products. During this time, the price of regular petrol in the country had exceeded Rs 400 per liter, while the price of high-octane petrol had reached Rs 500 to 600 per
Pakistan assembled huge number of mobile phone units in March 2026
Pakistan fast moving towards becoming a major mobile manufacturing hub and according to the latest data released by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority, Pakistan recorded a significant increase of 2.79 million units in mobile phone manufacturing and assembling in March 2026. The year-on-year increase in production was 20 percent, which is
ICC releases international T20 annual team ranking
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released the latest annual T20 team rankings as India remained firm on number one position. There is no change in the positions of the top 7 teams in the annual T20 rankings. T20 World Champion India remains at number one; however, the Indian team’s
Good news for electricity consumers: Major relief of Rs 63.94 expected
Electricity consumers across the country, including K-Electric, are likely to get a major relief of Rs 63.94 billion. Discos have submitted an application to NEPRA for adjustment for the first quarter of the calendar year 2026, which will be heard on May 19. According to the application, there was a
U.S. Department of State announces closure of Consulate General in Peshawar
The U.S. Department of State has announced the closure of the U.S. Consulate General in Peshawar and responsibility for diplomatic engagement with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will transfer to the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad. This decision reflects our commitment to the safety of our diplomatic personnel and efficient resource management. While our
What happened on the night of May 06, 2025?
On May 6, 2025, the border between India and Pakistan reached a critical boiling point, serving as the immediate run-up to a significant four-day military conflict as the most intense fighting, including missile strikes and air battles, officially escalated in the early hours of May 7. On May 6, 2025,
Govt employees to receive salaries, pensions ahead of Eid al-Adha
LAHORE: The Punjab government has announced that salaries and pensions for government employees and pensioners will be disbursed ahead of Eid al-Adha. In an official notice released by the Punjab Finance Department, the salaries for May will be paid out on May 21, 2026, thus making sure that all the
PM’s Apna Ghar program expanded: Overseas Pakistanis can now apply
ISLAMABAD: The government of Pakistan has announced a significant update to the “Prime Minister’s Apna Ghar Program,” now extending housing finance opportunities to overseas Pakistanis and individuals from the private sector. The decision was announced following an Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) meeting chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. The committee
