A 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck parts of Pakistan on April 18, 2026, causing widespread panic in Islamabad and several districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The sudden tremors were strongly felt in major cities including Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad, and scenic regions like Kaghan Valley. According to seismic reports, the earthquake measured between 5.4 and 5.5 magnitude and…
Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces, has concluded his three-day official visit to Iran, where he strongly emphasized the importance of dialogue, de-escalation and peaceful resolution of ongoing regional issues. According to Inter-Services Public Relations, the Field Marshal, accompanied by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and a high-level delegation, engaged…
A second round of high-level talks between United States and Iran is expected to take place in Islamabad, marking a critical moment in ongoing diplomatic efforts to ease rising tensions between the two nations. According to international media reports, the negotiations are likely to be held on Monday, although US officials have yet to formally…
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…
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…
