Pakistani-American physicist Dr Nergis Mavalvala has called for greater investment in scientific research in Pakistan, highlighting the importance of curiosity, opportunity and resources in driving scientific discovery and innovation. Mavalvala, who serves as dean of the School of Science at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), made the remarks during a visit to Habib University…
The federal government has revised petroleum prices in Pakistan, increasing the price of petrol while reducing the rate of high-speed diesel. The new prices will remain applicable until September 28, according to a Petroleum Division notification. Under the latest adjustment, the petrol price has increased by Rs2.02 per litre. Following the increase, petrol will now…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called for renewed diplomatic efforts to reduce escalating tensions in the Middle East, telling the United Nations General Assembly that the Strait of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandab must remain open for global connectivity, trade and economic activity. Addressing the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in New York, PM…
Senior military commanders from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye have reaffirmed their commitment to collective defence under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement during a high-level meeting in Riyadh. The meeting brought together the Chiefs of Defence Forces and Chiefs of General Staff of the countries participating in the agreement. The military leadership reviewed the regional…
The Punjab government has ordered a reshuffle of senior leadership at several major public-sector medical institutions in Lahore and Narowal, appointing and transferring four senior professors to key administrative positions. According to an official order issued by the Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Department on September 25, 2026, the appointments and transfers were made following…
Pakistan has rejected Afghanistan’s claim that its forces destroyed a Pakistani military post near Spin Boldak, presenting a different account of the latest confrontation along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. Afghanistan’s Ministry of Defence said Pakistani forces opened fire towards Afghan territory near Spin Boldak in Kandahar, prompting Afghan personnel to respond. Kabul claimed that its forces…
The Punjab government has approved the introduction of artificial intelligence education in schools from Class 1 to Class 12 as part of a new curriculum aimed at preparing students for an increasingly digital world. Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif approved the curriculum changes while chairing a meeting in Lahore. She directed education officials to…
The government has announced a reduction in the prices of petroleum products, providing some relief to consumers, transporters and businesses across Pakistan. Under the latest adjustment, the price of petrol has been reduced by 84 paisas per litre, while high-speed diesel (HSD) has become cheaper by Rs2.63 per litre. Petroleum prices are reviewed periodically based…
Several Afghan Taliban fighters were reportedly killed in a clash with Pakistani security forces along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border in Balochistan, according to sources cited by state media. The incident took place in the Gulistan sector, where Afghan Taliban fighters allegedly attempted to cross into Pakistani territory and launch an attack. Pakistani security forces responded to…
Transparency International Pakistan has highlighted significant gaps in the implementation of right-to-information laws across federal and provincial government departments, with compliance rates ranging from 28% in Balochistan to 59% in Punjab. The findings were released ahead of the International Day for Universal Access to Information, observed on September 28. The assessment reviewed the websites of…
