Another Blow for Consumers as Fuel Prices Go Up
ISLAMABAD: The prices of petrol and high-speed diesel have been increased after the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) revised petroleum product rates. According to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division, the price of petrol has been raised, following which the new rate has been set at Rs336.15 per
Security Forces Repel Coordinated Attack on FC Checkposts in Quetta, Kill Three Militants
QUETTA: Pakistani security forces foiled coordinated attacks on two Frontier Corps (FC) checkposts on the outskirts of Quetta, killing three militants, according to security sources. The attacks targeted FC positions in the Spini Karez and Zarghoon Ghar areas, where, according to the sources, militants identified by Pakistani authorities as belonging
Good News: Pakistanis Set to Enjoy Up to 12 Holidays in August
ISLAMABAD: August is set to offer a series of public holidays and long weekends for employees and students across Pakistan with the month featuring two expected federal holidays alongside regular weekly breaks. According to the calendar of 2026, there are going to be two public holidays in Pakistan in the
Pakistan Among 14 Countries to Back Saudi Arabia’s Multinational Maritime Defense Alliance
RIYADH: Pakistan has joined 13 other countries in endorsing a joint statement supporting Saudi Arabia’s proposed Multinational Maritime Defense Alliance, aimed at strengthening maritime security, protecting international waterways and safeguarding global trade. The announcement came after a high-level meeting hosted by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defense on Thursday, bringing together
When Will Rabi Al-Awwal Begin? Major Prediction Emerges Ahead of Eid Milad-un-Nabi
ISLAMABAD: The Islamic month of Rabi Al-Awwal is expected to begin on Friday, August 14, according to preliminary lunar calendar predictions, with 12 Rabi Al-Awwal, observed as Eid Milad-un-Nabi (the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), likely falling on Tuesday, August 25. Rabi Al-Awwal holds special significance for Muslims around
Arshad Nadeem Shines in Qualifier, Eyes Another Commonwealth Gold
LONDON: Pakistan’s star javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem has qualified for the final round of the javelin throw event at the Commonwealth Games after producing a throw of 78.63 metres in the qualifying round. Arshad finished seventh among the qualifiers, while India’s Neeraj Chopra secured fifth place with a throw of
Joe Root Returns as England Test Captain Ahead of Pakistan Series
LONDON: Veteran batter Joe Root has been appointed as England’s Test captain for a second stint, while former New Zealand captain Stephen Fleming has been named the team’s new head coach as part of a major overhaul of the Test setup. The appointments come after significant changes in England’s Test
New Law Expands KP Assembly Speaker, Deputy Speaker’s Privileges — Full Details Revealed
PESHAWAR: New details have emerged regarding the privileges and facilities granted to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Assembly Speaker and Deputy Speaker following the issuance of the official gazette notification for the relevant legislation. According to the Act available on the provincial assembly’s website, both the Speaker and Deputy Speaker will
Mohsin Naqvi: Pakistan’s System Has Collapsed, New Administrative Units Needed
ISLAMABAD: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said that Pakistan’s current system has failed and that major administrative reforms, including the creation of new administrative units or provinces, are necessary to address the country’s longstanding challenges. Addressing the first Pakistan Economic Summit, Naqvi said that unless the foundations of the
TikToker Among Two Women Killed in Separate Incidents in Swat
SWAT: As many as two women were killed in separate incidents in Swat district, including the fatal shooting of a renowned TikToker, prompting police to register cases and launch investigations. In the first incident, a woman identified as Nabila, a popular TikTok content creator, was allegedly shot dead by her
