China, in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), has donated $2 million worth of reproductive health supplies, family planning products, and medical equipment to Pakistan to improve maternal and newborn healthcare services across the country. The assistance was officially handed over to the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination during a…
Saudi Arabia has appointed Major General (Retired) Rajeh Al-Buqami as its new ambassador to Pakistan, marking a significant step in strengthening the longstanding diplomatic partnership between the two countries. He succeeds Nawaf bin Saeed Al-Malki, who previously served as Saudi Arabia’s envoy to Islamabad. Rajeh Al-Buqami officially took the oath of office alongside several newly…
Dr. Nabiha Ali Khan rejects age rumours, announces legal action Popular internet personality and psychologist Dr. Nabiha Ali Khan has dismissed viral claims about her age, saying misleading social media posts have falsely linked old videos and images to incorrect timelines. She also announced legal action against individuals and pages responsible for spreading the misinformation….
The Sindh Drug Testing Laboratory has identified 79 samples of medicines, herbal products, and medical syringes as substandard or counterfeit, raising fresh concerns about the quality of healthcare products available across the province. According to the latest report, more than 2,000 samples collected between January and July 13 were tested for safety and quality. Out…
Global oil prices climbed by more than 2% after renewed military tensions between the United States and Iran heightened concerns over the security of oil shipments passing through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important energy trade routes. The latest escalation has increased fears of a wider regional conflict, with the Strait…
At least five labourers were shot dead in a terrorist attack in the Mashkel area of Washuk district, Balochistan, after armed assailants opened fire on them at a local shop. According to security sources, the victims were identified as Mohammad Bilal, Mohammad Hussain, Mohammad Qadeer, Mohsin, and Bilal. Officials said the labourers had travelled from…
Opposition to the enforcement of new taxes in Pakistan’s merged tribal districts has intensified, with political leaders, tribal elders, traders and business representatives demanding that the federal government extend tax exemptions in the former FATA and PATA regions for another 10 years. During meetings and press conferences held across Khyber and other tribal districts, participants…
Geo News has resumed transmission after the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) issued its final written order regarding the broadcaster’s 15-day suspension over the airing of religiously sensitive content during Muharram. According to the official order dated July 11, Pemra upheld its earlier decision issued on June 27, temporarily suspending the channel’s licence and…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is preparing a major reshuffle of the federal cabinet, with plans to induct young and energetic lawmakers as part of efforts to improve the government’s overall performance and strengthen governance. According to informed sources, the prime minister has completed consultations on the proposed changes, which are expected to introduce new faces…
Pakistan’s High Powered Selection Board (HPSB) is expected to meet during the first week of August 2026 to consider the long-awaited promotions of senior civil servants from Grade 21 to Grade 22, potentially ending a delay that has lasted for around 15 months. The HPSB, which is responsible for reviewing and approving promotions to the…
