What was August 2026’s inflation rate?
ISLAMABAD: Inflation in the country re-entered double digits after a one-month gap, with the annual inflation rate based on the Consumer Price Index recorded at 11.2% in August. In July, inflation stood at 2.9%. However, a sharp rise in wheat and flour prices, high petroleum product prices, and higher transport
Babar Azam responds to reports of fever after Lord’s test
Pakistan captain Babar Azam has responded to reports about his health after suffering from fever following the national team’s 194-run defeat to England in the Lord’s Test. Babar’s condition became a talking point after team media manager Naveed Akram Cheema confirmed that the skipper had developed a fever. Cheema said
Punjab boards to announce 9th class results today
The results of the Class 9 SSC Part-I First Annual Examination 2026 will be announced today, September 2, by all nine educational boards in Punjab. The results are scheduled to be released at 10am under the timetable approved by the Punjab Boards Committee of Chairpersons (PBCC). The announcement will cover
Heavy rains prompt high alert in upper Swat, tourists advised to stay cautious
SWAT: A high-level alert has been issued in Upper Swat amid forecasts of heavy rains and severe weather conditions in the region. According to the Meteorological Department, heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms is expected from September 2 to 5, while the risk of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), flash floods
PIA announces immediate fare cuts for Jeddah, Madinah flights
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced an immediate reduction of $30 approximately Rs8,300 in airfares for flights to Jeddah and Madinah. The fare reduction will take effect immediately, according to the airline. Passengers travelling to Jeddah or Madinah by September 30, 2026, will be eligible to benefit from the reduced fares.
Want a healthy heart? add these 11 fruits to your diet
Regularly eating a variety of fruits may help support heart health by providing essential fibre, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, according to research published in a medical journal. While no single fruit can guarantee protection against heart disease, a balanced intake of different fruits may help maintain healthy cholesterol and blood
16 senior FBR officials found to hold dual nationality
ISLAMABAD: Sixteen senior officials of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) have been found to hold dual nationality or permanent residency cards of foreign countries, while several officials have yet to submit details of their foreign citizenship despite the expiry of the deadline. According to documents received by the investigation
KP to observe international literacy day till September 8
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has decided to observe International Literacy Day through September 8, with educational institutions across the province set to hold various awareness and academic activities. According to a notification issued by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Education Department, International Literacy Day will be observed across the province from first September
PTI financial crisis deepens, MNA raises questions over party funding
PESHAWAR: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) MNA Faisal Amin Gandapur has raised questions over the financial support being provided by the party’s parliamentarians, saying the party’s financial difficulties have become serious. In a statement on social media platform X, Gandapur said he had attempted to raise a simple question on the matter
US launches fresh strikes on Iran around strait of hormuz
The United States has launched a new wave of airstrikes against Iranian targets, raising fears of a broader escalation in the conflict between Washington and Tehran. The US Central Command said American forces began striking targets linked to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), following what Washington described as attempted
