Pakistan’s meat export sector achieved a groundbreaking milestone as The Organic Meat Company (TOMCL) secured approval to directly supply meat to all Carrefour Supermarkets in the United Arab Emirates. Announced on August 7, 2025, this milestone, reported to the Pakistan Stock Exchange, strengthens Pakistan’s position in global food exports. TOMCL secured the contract with Majid...
The United Kingdom opened applications for its prestigious Chevening Scholarships, offering Pakistani students a chance to pursue fully funded one-year master’s degrees at top UK universities. The highly competitive program, funded by the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and partner organizations, targets mid-career professionals with at least two years of work experience (2,800...
Scientists from Punjab University (PU) and China’s Wuhan University have developed a new hybrid rice seed, PU786, capable of increasing per-acre yields from 1,600 kg to an impressive 5,600 kg. Announced on August 4, 2025, this breakthrough, the result of a decade-long collaboration, marks Pakistan’s first Honglian-type hybrid rice variety. Led by Dr. Muhammad Ashfaq,...
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...