US strikes Iran to respond to attack on ship
The US struck Iran to respond to a drone attack a day earlier on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, which the US President Donald Trump termed a violation of the ceasefire. US Central Command said the military struck missile and drone locations and coastal radar sites in
Pakistan to launch cashless E-Passport system
In a major development, Pakistan is going to digital transformation of its passport system by issuing e-passports from 1st July 2026. As part of its new reforms, in the e-passport system, cash payments fees will not be acceptable anymore. To introduce the new system, this decision was taken in a
PMD issues rain, thunderstorm alert for 22 cities
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast widespread rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds across Punjab and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa over the next 48 hours. According to the PMD, rain is expected in Lahore, Rawalpindi, Sargodha, Sheikhupura, Mianwali, Gujranwala, Kasur, Multan, Layyah, Muzaffargarh, Sialkot, Hafizabad, Jhelum, Narowal, Khushab, Gujrat, Mandi
Pakistan’s heavy vehicle imports surge
For the first time, imports of heavy vehicles have reached a historic high in the country as buses and trucks recording a sharp increase during the current fiscal year. Analysists describe this huge surge in imports of heavy vehicles because of lower interest rates and incentives on the part of
Youm-e-Ashur concludes peacefully
PESHAWAR: Youm-e-Ashur, the tenth of Muharram-ul-Haram, was observed across Pakistan on Friday with due solemnity as millions of mourners participated in processions and majalis to commemorate the sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his companions at Karbala. Tight security arrangements were put in place across the country to protect
One terrorist killed, another injured in IBO in KP
One terrorist was killed and another injured in a successful operation against Fitna-ul-Khawarij at Azamabad in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on Friday. In an intelligence-based operation, security forces continuously monitored the movement of Khawarij from the air. Upon sensing the presence of the drone, both Khawarij took shelter under a tree.
No Relief, No Hike: Petrol Prices Remain Unchanged
ISLAMABAD: Despite a notable decline in global petroleum prices, the government has decided not to pass on the relief to consumers and will keep domestic fuel prices unchanged for the next week. According to a notification issued by the Ministry of Energy (Petroleum Division), the price of petrol will remain
How Much Will iPhone 18 Cost? New Report Reveals Pricing Details
CALIFORNIA: Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 series is expected to see a modest price increase across models, according to recent market reports, as global demand for memory and storage chips continues to push production costs higher. Tim Cook, Apple Company’s CEO, had earlier admitted that “it is inevitable” and explained the
Earthquake Hits Balochistan, Dozens of Houses Damaged in Musakhel
QUETTA: A 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck parts of Balochistan, damaging more than 35 houses in Musakhel district and injuring at least six people, including women and children. According to the Deputy Commissioner of Musakhel, several individuals were injured after walls and roofs collapsed during the tremors. The injured were immediately
Massive Financial Irregularities Exposed in 23 Federal Ministries
ISLAMABAD: A recent audit report has uncovered widespread financial irregularities worth billions of rupees across multiple federal ministries and divisions, raising concerns over fiscal management and compliance with financial regulations. According to the report issued by the Auditor General of Pakistan, audits of 23 federal ministries and departments revealed significant
