A sudden surge in petrol prices has once again shaken Pakistan, this time not just on the streets, but inside the halls of power. Heated scenes unfolded in the National Assembly, while Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) moved swiftly to call for nationwide protests. What began as an economic decision is now evolving into a full-blown political storm. […]
Pakistan’s economy expanded at a 3.89% pace in the second quarter (October–December) of the fiscal year 2025‑26, driven mainly by a rebound in industrial activity and steady services performance, official data shows. The growth figure was approved by the National Accounts Committee (NAC) after reviewing provisional estimates from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). Industry […]
Pakistan has rolled out one of the sharpest fuel price increases in its history, pushing petrol to Rs458 per litre and high-speed diesel (HSD) to Rs520 per litre, as global oil markets remain under intense pressure. A Sudden and Severe Price Jump The latest revision is not a routine adjustment. Petrol prices surged by over […]
Kuwait has agreed to use Pakistani ships for transporting diesel and jet fuel, as regional energy supply chains begin to stabilize following disruptions caused by the ongoing Middle East conflict. Shift in Supply Strategy The decision comes after Iran assured Pakistan of safe passage for 20 oil cargoes, allowing Pakistani vessels to operate through previously […]
Pakistan has indicated that direct negotiations between Iran and the United States could take place in Islamabad in the coming days, positioning itself as a neutral facilitator in efforts to de-escalate the ongoing Middle East conflict. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said both Tehran and Washington have expressed “confidence in Pakistan” as […]
Pakistan has placed 35 universities in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, showing wider representation in global rankings but limited progress at the top end. More Universities, Same Core Problem On paper, the number looks like progress. More institutions are now visible across subject rankings, especially in engineering, IT, and business-related fields. But […]
Pakistan has been ranked the most polluted country in the world in 2025, according to a new global air quality report, highlighting the scale of the country’s worsening environmental crisis. PM2.5 Levels Far Above Safe Limits The report, compiled by Swiss air quality monitoring firm IQAir, found that Pakistan’s average concentration of PM2.5 particles—fine pollutants […]
A fresh spell of rain is expected to hit multiple regions of Pakistan starting today, as a new weather system enters the country, bringing a shift in temperatures and widespread precipitation. Weather System to Impact Multiple Regions According to forecasts by the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the incoming system is likely to bring rain, wind, […]
The United States has identified Pakistan’s missile programme as a potential future threat to its homeland, according to the 2026 Annual Threat Assessment presented by US intelligence officials. US Assessment Highlights Growing Concerns Speaking before lawmakers, US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard stated that Pakistan is among a group of countries developing missile systems […]
Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to a temporary pause in military operations ahead of Eid al-Fitr, marking a rare de-escalation after weeks of rising cross-border tensions. The ceasefire will remain in effect from midnight March 18/19 until midnight March 23/24, with both sides warning that any violation could lead to an immediate resumption of hostilities. […]
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