Currency exchange rates in Pakistan showed mixed trends on April 18, 2026, as the local rupee fluctuated against major international currencies in the open market. The US Dollar (USD) remained stable, trading at Rs279.00 for buying and Rs279.95 for selling, continuing to dominate the forex market due to its global reserve status. Meanwhile, the Euro…
Global tensions between Iran and United States have sharply escalated once again, raising fears of a renewed conflict that could have far-reaching consequences for global energy markets and geopolitical stability. US President Donald Trump has warned that the current ceasefire between the two countries may collapse within days if a long-term agreement is not finalised….
Gold rates in Pakistan remained stable yet under pressure on April 18, 2026, reflecting ongoing uncertainty in global markets. The price of 24-karat gold stood at Rs501,562 per tola, while 10 grams of 24K gold were recorded at Rs430,008. In the international market, gold was trading at $4,792 per ounce, showing a downward trend that…
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has stated that the release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan has become essential in the broader national interest of Pakistan. He emphasized that all constitutional and democratic efforts will be made to secure his release, calling it a matter not just of politics but also of human wellbeing….
Hundreds of government employees under the banner of the All Government Employees Grand Alliance (AGEGA) staged a protest outside the Civil Secretariat in Lahore, demanding the restoration of key financial benefits and a significant increase in salaries. The protesters called for the reinstatement of pension, gratuity and leave encashment, which they said had been withdrawn…
The Lahore High Court (LHC) has restored the time-scale upgradation granted to four directors of physical education in Punjab, setting aside the provincial government’s decision to withdraw the benefit. The verdict was issued by Justice Raheel Kamran while hearing writ petitions filed by affected officers. The court ruled that the petitioners were entitled to the…
Police in Rawalpindi have registered a case against four individuals accused of threatening and obstructing a polio vaccination team during an anti-polio campaign in the Sadiqabad area. According to the First Information Report (FIR), the incident occurred when a health team, accompanied by a health inspector, visited a residence in Muslim Town to administer polio…
The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has introduced a new requirement for MDCAT 2026, making it mandatory for candidates under the age of 18 to present a valid Juvenile Registration Card (JRC). The decision has sparked widespread criticism from parents, who say the move adds financial and logistical burdens. Under the updated policy, students…
The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) has extended its special fuel carriage notice for airlines operating to and from Pakistan until April 30, aiming to support uninterrupted flight operations amid ongoing regional challenges. According to officials, the Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) allows international airlines to carry larger quantities of fuel from foreign locations instead of relying…
The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has granted bail to a man claiming Pakistani citizenship who was arrested on charges of illegal stay in Pakistan while holding an Afghan Citizen Card. The court allowed him to pursue legal procedures for citizenship clearance under the Pakistan Citizenship Act, 1951. The single-member bench directed the petitioner to submit…
