On August 3, 2025, India reaffirmed its commitment to continue purchasing oil from Russia, undeterred by U.S. warnings and threats of tariffs. Indian officials clarified that no directive has been issued to halt or reduce oil imports from Russia, the country’s largest supplier, accounting for roughly 35% of India’s crude oil needs. Long-term contracts with...
On August 1, 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO) officially recognized Madinah Munawwarah as a “Healthy City,” a prestigious accolade highlighting the city’s commitment to public health, environmental sustainability, and community well-being. Prince Salman bin Sultan, Governor of Madinah Region, accepted the WHO accreditation certificate from Minister of Health Fahd Al-Jalajel. The governor emphasized that...
U.S. President Donald Trump has lowered Pakistan’s import tariff rate to 19% from 29%, effective August 7, 2025, following a trade agreement finalized on July 31. The decision, announced via an executive order, comes a day after Trump hailed a “landmark energy partnership” with Pakistan to develop its oil reserves, signaling a new chapter in...
Gold prices declined significantly in both local and international markets, reflecting shifts in global economic conditions. In Pakistan, the price of 24-karat gold per tola fell by Rs 2,000, settling at Rs 353,000. The price of 10 grams of 24-karat gold also dropped by Rs 1,714, now standing at Rs 302,641. Globally, the spot price...
India has escalated its diplomatic efforts against Pakistan by submitting a controversial statement by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). Gandapur, a senior leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), reportedly claimed on July 25, 2025, that Pakistani authorities arrest Taliban members, but certain state institutions, including the Inter-Services...
The US dollar weakened slightly against the Pakistani rupee in the interbank market, dropping by 8 paisas, according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). The dollar closed at Rs 282.87, down from Rs 282.95 the previous day, reflecting a minor fluctuation in the currency’s value. This small decline aligns with recent trends reported by...
Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar declared that Pakistan will not recognize Israel, emphasizing unwavering support for the Palestinian cause during a press conference in New York. Speaking on the sidelines of a United Nations conference focused on the two-state solution, Dar highlighted Pakistan’s firm stance on both the Palestine and Kashmir...
On July 29, 2025, Pakistan signed an agreement with the World Health Organization (WHO) to provide free cancer medicines to 8,000 children annually. This agreement, part of the Global Platform for Access to Childhood Cancer Medicines (GPACCM), aims to transform pediatric cancer care in Pakistan by boosting survival rates from 30% to 60% by 2030....
Gold prices in Pakistan saw a minor decline on July 28, 2025, aligning with a slight drop in the international market. The price of 24-karat gold per tola fell by Rs. 100, reaching Rs. 356,300. Similarly, 10 grams of 24-karat gold decreased by Rs. 85, settling at Rs. 305,470. In the global market, the price...
The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) will launch a cutting-edge Remote Sensing Satellite (PRSS) on July 31, 2025, from China’s Xichang Satellite Launch Centre (XSLC). This landmark mission aims to strengthen Pakistan’s space program, enhancing Earth observation capabilities for critical national applications, according to a statement by SUPARCO. Equipped with advanced imaging...