PMDC Decision on Afghan Medical Students Sparks Concern at Afghan Embassy
ISLAMABAD: The Afghan Embassy in Islamabad has expressed deep concern over a decision by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) concerning the removal of Afghan medical students currently studying in Pakistan. In a statement, the Afghan Embassy said the decision could disrupt the academic progress and future of Afghan
Police Officers Removed After Hayatabad Nursing College Incident
PESHAWAR: Acting SDPO Hayatabad Inspector Muhammad Abid Afridi and Hayatabad SHO Sub-Inspector Muhammad Kamran have been directed to report to the Police Lines with immediate effect following an incident at the Nursing College Hayatabad. Chief Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Dr Mian Saeed issued the orders, while DSP Raza Bacha
Petrol and Diesel Prices Rise Again — New Rates Announced
ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has announced another increase in the prices of petroleum products, with the revised rates for petrol and high-speed diesel set to remain applicable for September 9, 2026. According to an OGRA notification, the price of petrol has been increased by Rs5.58 per
Bad News for National Savings Investors — Who Will Earn Less?
LAHORE: National Savings has revised the profit rates on several savings schemes, with most schemes seeing a reduction in returns. However, the profit rate on the one-year Short Term Savings Certificate has been increased slightly. According to the revised rates, the profit rate on Pensioners Benefit Accounts and Behbood Savings
Big Relief for Former FATA, PATA Industries as KP Announces Sales Tax Exemption
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has exempted industries located in the former Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) and Provincially Administered Tribal Areas (PATA) from sales tax. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Revenue Authority (KPRA) has issued a notification outlining the conditions for availing the exemption. As per the notification, the industrial
Babar Azam Assures Fans of Better Performance in Next Test
BIRMINGHAM: Pakistan Test captain Babar Azam has acknowledged that the team failed to perform well across all three departments batting, bowling and fielding in the previous Test, which contributed to an unsatisfactory result. Speaking at a pre-match press conference in Birmingham, Babar said the team would naturally face criticism if
Hybrid Cars Likely to Become Cheaper in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s proposed new auto policy has recommended a phased reduction in taxes on the import of hybrid vehicles over the next five years. According to details, the Auto Policy 2026–2031 has been prepared, and its final draft has been submitted to the prime minister for consideration. According to the
Gul Feroza Fined for ICC Code of Conduct Breach
DUBAI: Pakistan women’s cricketer Gul Feroza has been fined 10 percent of her match fee for breaching the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) Code of Conduct during the Women’s Asia Cup Group A match against Hong Kong. The incident took place during Pakistan’s innings in the fifth over when Feroza was
England U19 Set for Pakistan Challenge as 15-Player Squad Announced
LONDON: England Men’s Under-19 team has announced a 15-player squad for the upcoming four-match Youth ODI series against Pakistan U19, with the opening match scheduled for Wednesday, September 9, at Arundel Castle Cricket Club. Surrey’s Ralphie Albert will captain England throughout the series, which will conclude on September 16. Nine
LG Elections: ECP Sets New Deadline for KP Govt
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has given the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government another three weeks to complete legislation related to the province’s local government elections. A four-member commission, headed by ECP Member Sindh Nisar Durrani, heard the case concerning local government elections in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. During the hearing, the
