Pakistan is moving closer to launching its first deregulated electricity market, taking a major step toward fulfilling another condition set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The new competitive electricity market is expected to open in March and will initially offer 200 megawatts of electricity for auction. The deregulated system will primarily target large industrial…
A powerful winter storm swept across the eastern United States on Monday, bringing record snow accumulation and causing massive disruptions in travel and power supply. The storm has affected millions of residents from North Carolina to Maine, extending even into parts of eastern Canada. Snowfall totals reached historic levels in several states. Parts of Rhode…
Residents across the coastal regions of Taiwan experienced tremors after a moderate earthquake measuring 5.6 on the Richter scale struck the area. According to initial seismic reports, the earthquake originated at a depth of 66.8 kilometers beneath the surface, reducing the likelihood of severe structural damage. Local authorities confirmed that there were no immediate reports…
Colombo/Mumbai: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has introduced new adjustments to the schedule for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, placing the venue of the first semi-final under a flexible plan depending on the qualification scenarios of Pakistan, India, and Sri Lanka. According to reports, the first semi-final venue may shift from Kolkata to…
Islamabad: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has ruled that former judge Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri was never lawfully appointed, declaring his law degree invalid and describing his elevation to the bench as a “legal nullity.” The decision was issued in a detailed 116-page judgement on Monday by a division bench headed by Chief Justice Sardar Muhammad…
Islamabad: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Gohar Khan has demanded that party founder Imran Khan be shifted from the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) to Shifa International Hospital for improved medical care. He also insisted that all future medical examinations be conducted in the presence of Khan’s personal doctors to ensure transparency and proper monitoring….
A special iftar dinner was hosted by the Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan, Nawaf bin Saeed Al-Maliki, bringing together prominent Pakistani personalities during the holy month of Ramadan. Among the distinguished guests was the Governor of Sindh, Kamran Tessori, who attended the gathering and appreciated the ambassador’s warm hospitality. The event highlighted the deep-rooted and friendly…
A recent development has brought attention to an administrative issue involving confiscated gold and silver that were not deposited with the State Bank of Pakistan as required under established procedures. Reports indicate that significant quantities of precious metals seized during enforcement actions remained stored in customs warehouses instead of being officially transferred to the central…
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced daily protests outside the Supreme Court of Pakistan in Islamabad, urging authorities to ensure a comprehensive medical check-up and proper healthcare for its jailed leader, Imran Khan. According to official party instructions, all PTI lawmakers from the National Assembly, Senate, and provincial assemblies have been directed to attend the…
Pakistan and Iran have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties amid evolving regional challenges. The Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, met with the Iranian Consul General in Peshawar, Ali Banafsha Khah, at the Governor’s House during an Iftar gathering to discuss regional stability and enhanced cooperation between the two neighbouring countries. During…
