World Bank plans $20 bn payout for Pakistan over coming decade
Pakistan came to the brink of default in 2023, as a political crisis compounded shock from the global economic downturn and drove the nation's debt burden to terminal levels.
Trump look-alike sings to sell pudding in Pakistan
The resemblance to Trump, who is poised to assume office as the 47th President of the United States, has made Bagga a subject of fascination for many.
Pakistan’s Imran Khan defiant even as longer sentence looms
Khan said he had once been offered a three-year exile abroad and was also "indirectly approached" recently about the possibility of house arrest at his sprawling home on the outskirts of the capital.
PTI Issues Show-Cause Notice to Sher Afzal Marwat Over Fight with Salman Akram Raja
PTI has issued a show-cause notice to Sher Afzal Marwat for publicly criticizing Secretary General Salman Akram Raja and commenting on ongoing party negotiations, violating party policy. Marwat, advised to stay away from media, has seven days to respond to avoid disciplinary action.
PTI Pushing for NRO and Imran Khan’s Release Through Executive Order, Claims Iqbal
Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal accused PTI of seeking an NRO-like deal and Imran Khan's release via executive order during ongoing talks with the government.
Pakistan flight departs for Paris after EU ban lifted
The Pakistan International Airlines flight took off from Islamabad around 1240 pm (0740 GMT) heading for Paris, AFP journalists saw, becoming the only carrier to offer a direct route to and from the European Union.
Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai to visit native Pakistan for girls’ summit
Yousafzai was evacuated from the country in 2012 after being shot by the Pakistan Taliban, who were enraged by her activism, and she has returned to the country only a handful of times since.
Senate Committee Informed: No Ban on UAE Work Visas for Pakistanis
The Senate Standing Committee clarified that there is no ban on work visas for Pakistanis traveling to the UAE.
Elon Musk Awaits Government Approval to Launch Starlink in Pakistan
Elon Musk confirmed Starlink has applied to launch internet services in Pakistan but is awaiting government approval. The move comes as Pakistan faces significant internet disruptions, with losses of $1.62 billion in 2024 alone
Saim Ayub Sidelined: Pakistan Opener Suffers Ankle Fracture
Pakistan opener Saim Ayub has been ruled out for six weeks after suffering a right ankle fracture during the second Test against South Africa.
India and Pakistan exchange lists of nuclear installations
The two neighbors have notified each other of their facilities in accordance with a 30-year-old agreement
DIG Azfar Mahesar’s Son Involved in Controversial Car Accident, Injures Woman
Asher Mahesar, son of Rapid Response Force DIG Azfar Mahesar, allegedly injured a woman in a car accident in Karachi while reportedly intoxicated.