Iranian rial hits record low as dollar price surges
TEHRAN: The US dollar has crossed 2.45 million Iranian rials in Iran’s open market, pushing the Iranian currency to a new historic low. Reports said the dollar was trading at around 2.405 million rials at the start of trading on the previous day. Its value increased during the day, eventually
Rescue 1122 safely recovers four stranded in Kalam chairlift
SWAT: Four people, including two men, a woman and a child, were safely rescued after becoming stranded in a chairlift in the Shahu area of Kalam, Swat, Rescue 1122 said. Rescue 1122 teams reached the site with the necessary rescue equipment and launched an operation with the assistance of relevant
New polio case emerges in Bannu, 2026 tally hits five
A new polio case has been reported in Bannu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, taking the total number of polio cases reported across Pakistan in 2026 to five, according to the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC). The development comes after the latest nationwide anti-polio campaign, which was conducted in 112 selected
Fresh Graduates Can Earn Rs 80,000 Monthly Under PMDC Management Trainee Programme
ISLAMABAD: Fresh graduates have been offered an opportunity to receive a monthly stipend of Rs80,000 under a one-year Management Trainee Programme launched by the Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation (PMDC). The state-owned corporation, working under the Ministry of Energy, has introduced the programme to provide young professionals with practical training and
Petrol Price Cut by Rs 1.49, Diesel by Rs 2.74 Per Litre
ISLAMABAD: The government has announced another reduction in the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel, providing some relief to consumers amid rising inflation. According to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division, the price of petrol has been reduced by Rs1.49 per litre, while the price of high-speed diesel (HSD)
Honda Quietly Discontinues BR-V in Pakistan — Here’s What We Know
ISLAMABAD: Honda Atlas Cars Pakistan has quietly discontinued the sale of its popular seven-seater Honda BR-V in the country. According to reports, the BR-V has been removed from the vehicle lineup on Honda Pakistan’s official website, indicating that the model is no longer being offered to customers. PakWheels reported that
SECP Proposes Raising Microfinance and Housing Loan Limit to Rs 5 Million
ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has proposed increasing the financing limit for microfinance and housing loans to Rs5 million, along with higher financial thresholds for small and medium-sized businesses. According to the details, the SECP has proposed amendments aimed at increasing financing limits for microfinance, housing
Travelling Abroad on an ‘Azad Visa’? Here’s What Could Go Wrong
ISLAMABAD: Pakistanis planning to travel abroad on an “Azad Visa” have been advised to understand the potential legal and financial risks before making the journey. According to the Migrant Resource Centre, travelling under the name of an “Azad Visa” can expose individuals to serious risks, including legal complications, arrest, deportation,
October 4 March Could Turn Violent, Govt May Fall, Warns PTI’s Shaukat Yousafzai
PESHAWAR: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Shaukat Yousafzai has warned that the party’s planned October 4 march could turn violent and suggested that the protest should be postponed. While talking to ARY News, Yousafzai said there should at least be consultation within the party before proceeding with the long march. “The
Two Women Killed in Swabi Shooting Over TikTok Video Dispute
SWABI: Two women were killed in a shooting inside a house in Topi tehsil of Swabi district, allegedly following a dispute over the making of a TikTok video. According to sources, the incident occurred in Liran Union Council in the Gadoon area. A man allegedly became enraged after his nephew
