Pakistan’s Hajj operations are set to gain momentum, with the first flight from Islamabad scheduled to depart on April 19, marking a key milestone in the country’s annual pilgrimage arrangements. The nationwide Hajj flight operation will begin a day earlier, on April 18, transporting thousands of pilgrims to Saudi Arabia. A special ceremony will be...
Pakistan has launched an intense diplomatic push ahead of a potential second and decisive round of talks between the United States and Iran, positioning itself as a key mediator in the ongoing crisis. The country’s civilian and military leadership have stepped up engagements across major regional capitals to build momentum for a possible agreement. Prime...
The federal government has established a National Task Force on Lifestyle Medicine (NTLM) to integrate preventive healthcare approaches into Pakistan’s health system, aiming to tackle the growing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). According to the Ministry of Health, the task force will provide strategic and technical guidance to incorporate lifestyle medicine into national policies, healthcare...
Pakistan has joined a group of developing countries to launch a new global borrowers’ platform aimed at improving debt sustainability, transparency, and coordination among borrowing nations. The initiative was introduced at a high-level meeting of finance ministers and central bank governors, with Pakistan and Egypt co-chairing the working group behind its development. Finance Minister Muhammad...
The Sindh government has made it mandatory for candidates to pass a teaching licence examination to be eligible for recruitment as schoolteachers, marking a significant step toward improving education standards in the province. During its board meeting, chaired by Education Minister Syed Sardar Ali Shah, the Sindh Teachers Education Development Authority (STEDA) made a decision....
The fifth edition of the DP World International League T20 (ILT20) is set to begin on November 22, 2026, marking a shift in the tournament calendar as organisers aim to avoid clashes with other global T20 leagues. The month-long competition will conclude with the final on December 20 at the Dubai International Stadium. The tournament...
Hollywood actor Pedro Pascal has been named the newest house ambassador for Chanel, an important move by the iconic French fashion label as it continues to evolve its global image. The appointment comes under the brand’s new creative direction, signalling a blend of heritage and modern influence. Pascal, widely recognised for his roles in major...
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) staged a strong recovery as the benchmark KSE-100 index surged by more than 4,000 points, driven by renewed optimism over the possible resumption of talks between the United States and Iran. Investor sentiment improved significantly after signals emerged that diplomatic efforts could restart following the recent collapse of negotiations in...
The government has announced more than two hours of daily loadshedding during peak hours as part of efforts to manage rising energy costs and avoid a significant increase in electricity tariffs. According to the power division, electricity supply will be suspended for approximately 2.25 hours between 5 pm and 1 am across the country. Officials...
The United States has begun enforcing a naval blockade on Iranian ports, marking a major escalation in the ongoing conflict, even as global oil prices eased on expectations of renewed diplomatic talks. The blockade, which came into effect on Monday, targets vessels linked to Iranian ports while allowing transit for ships not associated with Iran....