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Pakistan has taken a historic step in its digital transformation journey by becoming part of one of the world’s fastest and most advanced undersea internet networks — the SEA-ME-WE 6 submarine cable system. This strategic move is expected to significantly boost internet speed, stability, and global connectivity for users across the country. Federal IT and […]

HAL Stock Drops After Tejas Fighter Jet Crash at Dubai Airshow Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) shares fell by 2.62% after a Tejas fighter jet crashed during a live aerial display at the Dubai Airshow, a high-profile event attended by global aviation and defense leaders. The crash, witnessed by thousands at the venue, immediately shook investor

There is positive news for Pakistanis working abroad, as the National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development has directed the government to establish new Protector Offices within the current financial year. These offices play a crucial role in processing essential documentation for individuals traveling overseas on work visas, and the initiative

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has once again commented on the recent Pakistan-India tensions, claiming that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif personally thanked him for helping prevent a major crisis. Trump stated that the call occurred after the May conflict between the two nuclear-armed neighbors, a period when regional tensions were at their highest in years.

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has unveiled a major infrastructure initiative set to revolutionize daily travel between Islamabad and Rawalpindi. The government plans to construct a 25-kilometer signal-free corridor extending from Islamabad Expressway to Peshawar Road, with an estimated cost of Rs30 billion. This project represents one of the most significant urban development efforts for

Starting November 22, 2025, Iran will no longer allow Indian tourists to enter without a visa. This ends the visa-free facility introduced in February 2024, which aimed to encourage more Indians to explore Iran’s historic cities like Isfahan and Shiraz. The decision comes after a series of troubling incidents involving fake recruitment agents. These agents

President Asif Ali Zardari has accepted the resignations of Supreme Court Justices Mansoor Ali Shah and Athar Minallah, who stepped down following the approval of the controversial 27th Constitutional Amendment. Both judges condemned the amendment as a “grave assault on the Constitution,” warning that it weakens judicial independence and threatens the democratic structure of the

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed pride in Pakistan’s growing respect and recognition on the global stage. Speaking about the country’s recent diplomatic engagements, he said that the world is now viewing Pakistan with greater admiration and honor. “Wherever we go today, the leader of that country walks five steps forward to welcome Pakistan,” the Prime

The federal government of Pakistan has collected a total of Rs. 371 billion in petroleum levies from the public during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025–26 (July to September). This marks a substantial 42% increase compared to the same period last year, when Rs. 261 billion was collected in petroleum taxes. Petroleum Levies

Lawyer Seeks Exemption from E-Challan Fines for Legal Professionals A Pakistani lawyer has submitted a formal request to the concerned authorities, urging them to remove or reduce e-challan fines for members of the legal profession. The petition has drawn significant attention within the legal community, sparking debate over whether certain professions should be granted relief