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Pakistan announces separate immigration counters for foreign passengers at all international airports in a bid to boost tourism, streamline entry, and attract global investors as part of a wider soft power strategy.
Kia Lucky Motors has launched the facelifted Peugeot 2008 in Pakistan with bold exterior upgrades, enhanced interior features, and updated pricing, arriving alongside two electric SUVs as part of a busy August for the auto sector.
The Omoda E5 electric SUV has officially launched in Pakistan under the Chery–Nishat partnership, offering a 61 kWh battery, over 500km range, and high-end interior features as the country’s electric vehicle segment continues to grow rapidly.
The M-Tag is now compulsory on Pakistan’s motorways and for entering Islamabad. Here is how to register, what it costs and how to avoid the 25 per cent surcharge.
Chery and Hyundai Nishat’s NextGen Auto have launched their first electric vehicle in Pakistan, the Jaecoo J6 SUV, a high-spec model which positions the new alliance to compete aggressively in the country’s rapidly-expanding EV market.
Islamabad is preparing to become Pakistan’s first fully cashless city as the CDA launches a sweeping digital payments strategy including QRs, mobile apps, and ERP integration across civic and commercial services to improve transparency and efficiency.
Pakistan and the U.S. are entering a new phase of cooperation with talks focused on digital assets and blockchain regulation following their recent trade deal, as Islamabad positions itself as a Web3 leader in South Asia and aligns with Washington's new crypto framework.
Trump may be isolating the U.S. from the world, tearing up alliances and redrawing the map on his own terms, but as others scramble for relevance, Pakistan has walked out the front door of the White House with an oil deal in hand, signalling a comeback for Pakistan's place on the American mantle.
Pakistan Army leads joint operation in Bajaur targeting TTP insurgents. SSG and CTD units clear hideouts, arrest suspects, and recover arms, with over 17 militants having been killed in the ongoing counter-terrorism sweep.
Pakistan Stock Exchange crosses 140,000 as investor confidence rises after President Trump’s trade deal announcement with Pakistan, including a joint oil development plan — a move seen as strengthening Pakistan’s global economic position.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has publicly opposed the upcoming India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 match, scheduled for September 14, citing "moral discomfort" after Operations Bunyan al-Marsoos and Sindoor.
BYD will begin assembling electric vehicles in Pakistan by mid-2026, with plans to produce 25,000 units annually and capture a significant share of the country’s growing EV market.
The Field Marshal hasn’t come to charm headlines or peddle illusions; he’s come to stitch a broken republic back together, and in a region entranced by spectacle and the echo of its own bravado, his silence feels less like absence and more like authorship.
France will formally recognise the State of Palestine this September in a major diplomatic pivot. Macron’s plan includes ceasefire demands, Gaza aid, and pressure on Hamas to disarm.
Russia officially recognises Taliban rule in Afghanistan, removing legal barriers to engagement. Kremlin eyes deeper regional influence as West keeps distance from Kabul.
The name Indus comes from the ancient Sanskrit Sindhu, which evolved through Persian, Greek, and Latin adaptations reflecting the river's role in identity, conquest, and civilisation; this transformation tells a larger story of how geography shapes names and history through foreign tongues, empires, and time.
Pakistan’s suffers from inefficient industrial processes, rising costs, and heavy fossil fuel dependence; the World Bank warns that without integrated reforms in energy efficiency and decarbonisation supported by financing and policy clarity, Pakistan’s economic and climate goals are at risk.
The SIFC has celebrated its second anniversary by enabling PayPal payments for freelancers, launching IT parks and E-Rozgar centres, securing global tech investments, and driving a digital transformation boosting exports and international competitiveness.
Cristiano Ronaldo is set to extend his contract with Al-Nassr after weeks of speculation about his future, as the club simultaneously works to sign Casemiro and find a new manager following Pioli’s exit.
Under Mark Walter, the Lakers will likely become what Jerry Buss first imagined — not just a dominant team, but a dominant business. One that’s scalable, international, modern, and deeply tied to the fabric of Los Angeles.
Saudi Arabia’s PIF has launched a dual commercial paper programme in U.S. and Euro markets to diversify its funding sources and enhance short-term liquidity while securing top credit ratings from Moody’s and Fitch.
The Gulf Cooperation Council has condemned Iran’s strike on a U.S. base in Qatar and Israel’s ongoing aggression in Gaza, calling for an end to hostilities and praising Qatar’s role in brokering the recent ceasefire.
The PSX rebounded sharply as news of a temporary ceasefire between Iran and Israel, along with falling oil prices, restored investor confidence. The KSE-100 Index jumped over 6,500 points in intraday trade, reversing steep losses from the previous session.
Iran and Israel agree to a full ceasefire after twelve days of conflict. Trump announces phased truce, hails diplomatic victory.
New York does not need another manager. It needs a mayor who understands who the city is really for—and who is willing to fight to make that true. We believe Zohran Mamdani is best placed to do that.
Saudi Arabia's Nuclear and Radiological Regulatory Commission has confirmed a lack of radioactive effects or radiation risk after US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites including Fordow as regional authorities move quickly to reassure the public and downplay environmental fallout concerns.
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has described the US' military action as “a direct threat to international peace and security.” In a rare and forceful statement, he said, “This is a dangerous escalation in a region already on the edge.”
The US State Department has reissued a Level 2 travel advisory for India, citing terrorism, rising violent crime, and sexual assault—particularly warning women not to travel alone. The advisory restricts travel to Kashmir and urges Americans to exercise caution within the Union.
A sharp uptick will be driven primarily by a planned 40% expansion in LNG output as Qatar's North Field megaprojects come online, reshaping the country’s hydrocarbon trajectory.
Benazir Bhutto was not flawless. That would have made her forgettable. She was urgent. She was unfinished. She was fury wrapped in grace. And she walked straight into history with her head high, her voice clear, and her fate already sealed. But she did not flinch.
Trump may not win the Nobel. Oslo may smile and move on. But Pakistan has already reclaimed what it truly sought: relevance. The gesture may seem excessive, but it’s a quiet re-entry into a room it refuses to be locked out of: a step back into Washington’s good graces.
Pakistan nominates Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize after his backchannel diplomacy helped prevent war with India. Islamabad hails his role in defusing tensions and urges global powers to follow suit.
The UAE ranked 10th globally in FDI for 2024, attracting a record Dhs167.6bn as it leads the MENA region and expands digital and clean energy sectors.
In a world which rewards champagne exiles and punishes resistance, Khawaja Asif chose authenticity over platitude. In doing so, he said what much of the global south quietly thinks: those who bathe in imperial perfume do not speak for the oppressed.
JJ Spaun claimed his first major title at the US Open 2025 with a sensational 65-foot birdie on the final hole, beating Robert MacIntyre in a chaotic, rain-delayed finale at Oakmont.
US lawmaker and former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed in a politically motivated attack at their home. Authorities believe the shooting is part of a broader threat campaign targeting elected officials.
The 2025–26 federal budget, while notable for its aggressive revenue ambitions, fails to articulate a cohesive development vision and ultimately resembles a consolidation mechanism rather than a transformative roadmap.
India, despite being one of Israel’s most reliable arms clients and diplomatic partners, has received no symbolic validation of its Kashmir position from the Israeli Defence Forces.
They didn’t posture or perform. They didn’t arrive with placards or pleadings. This trio threaded law, loss, and logic with the calibration of those who knew the weight of what they represent and the silence which usually follows them into Western rooms; this time, they are refusing to let that silence survive.
Pakistan’s stock market hits 126,000 points — budget-fuelled rally intensifies with huge trading volume. Investor confidence peaks as KSE-100 hits new all-time high.
