Pakistan issues largest Eurobond to repay old debt
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has returned to the international bond market with a record $3 billion Eurobond issuance, as the government seeks to cover external financing needs and repay maturing debt, the Ministry of Finance said. The issuance, the largest single international bond sale in Pakistan’s history, was met with strong investor
Salman Akram Raja reveals important statement on prospect of dialogue with govt
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Secretary General Salman Akram Raja has ruled out the possibility of a conducive environment for talks with the government. Speaking on Geo News’ program Capital Talk, Salman Akram Raja said the current atmosphere does not appear favorable for negotiations with the government. He stated that the government
Government Launches Online Facility to Search and Download Registry Copies
PESHAWAR: Citizens in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa can now search and download copies of their property registry deeds from home through the Registration of Deeds ROD Portal, officials announced on September 3, 2026. The portal has been introduced to reduce visits to district offices and provide easy access to land records. To
First-Ever LTV, HTV and PSV Driving License Office Inaugurated in Waziristan
SOUTH WAZIRISTAN: In a landmark move for public facilitation, the first-ever LTV, HTV and PSV Driving License Office was inaugurated in Lower Wana, North Waziristan on Wednesday. The office was formally inaugurated by Additional Deputy Commissioner Khalid Qayyum. Local tribal elder Malik Sheriyar was also present at the ceremony. Residents
Crude Oil Prices See Slight Dip in Global Market
Despite US-Iran tensions, crude oil prices recorded a slight decline in the international market on Thursday, despite renewed uncertainty following fresh clashes between the United States and Iran. According to foreign media reports, Brent crude futures fell by 43 cents, or 0.45%, to $95.20 per barrel. US West Texas Intermediate
US proposes new condition for citizenship of children born in country
The United State Department has proposed new rules requiring parents to provide proof of their US citizenship or lawful immigration status when applying for a US passport for their children, according to a Reuters report. Under the proposed rules, a US birth certificate alone would no longer be sufficient. Parents
Instagram to crack down on AI-generated profiles
Instagram has announced plans to tighten action against accounts that appear to represent real people but are actually based on fictional characters created using artificial intelligence. The move comes amid growing complaints from users who believed certain profiles belonged to real individuals, only to discover that the people depicted did
Education stipends for children of police employees increased significantly
LAHORE: The Punjab Police has significantly increased educational stipends for children of its employees, particularly those with autism, on the directives of Inspector General of Police Rao Abdul Karim. The stipend for children of police employees has been raised from Rs30,000 to Rs75,000, according to a Punjab Police spokesperson. IG
HEC drafts new framework for establishment, approval of universities
PESHAWAR: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has prepared a new regulatory framework for the establishment, chartering and accreditation of universities and higher education institutions in Pakistan, replacing guidelines that have remained in place for nearly 24 years. According to sources, the Regulatory Framework for Establishment and Approval of Higher Education
PESCO intensifies crackdown on power theft, several arrested
PESHAWAR: The Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) has intensified its crackdown against electricity theft, with several arrests reported in different areas. During an operation in Faqirabad, a PESCO team caught a suspected electricity thief, identified as Laiq Ahmed, son of Ahad Ali, red-handed while stealing electricity. The suspect was arrested
