Pakistan

Bridging the Divide: A Call for Peace Between Pakistan and India In today’s world, where every scroll on social media bombards us with opinions and polarizing news, it can be all too easy to fall into the trap of disinformation. Recently, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, the Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), made headlines urging […]

Tragedy Strikes in Bannu: Quadcopter Attacks and Their Impact Bannu, a district in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, has recently faced a heartbreaking tragedy. A woman lost her life, and three others, including two innocent children, were injured due to two separate quadcopter attacks. It’s a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges faced in areas affected by terrorism. In […]

The Tragic Case of Honor: A Teenager’s Life Cut Short In the digital age, social media has become an integral part of our lives, especially for younger generations. Unfortunately, this was the backdrop for a heartbreaking incident in Rawat, Rawalpindi, where a 16-year-old girl named Mahak lost her life in an act of violence sparked […]

Record Remittances: A Beacon of Hope for Pakistan’s Economy In a notable announcement from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, there’s reason to celebrate for the Pakistani economy. The State Bank of Pakistan has reported that remittances for the fiscal year 2024-25 soared to an unprecedented $38.3 billion. That’s an impressive increase of $8 billion, or 26.6%, […]

Nepra’s Latest Power Tariff Cuts: What You Need to Know If you’re a consumer in Karachi or any other part of the country, you’ll be glad to hear that the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) just announced some significant cuts to power tariffs. This decision aims to ease the financial burden on households, which […]

Strengthening Bonds: Pakistan and Turkey’s Commitment to Cooperation In recent discussions, Pakistan and Turkey reaffirmed their dedication to enhancing bilateral cooperation across various sectors, including defense, trade, energy, culture, education, and infrastructure. Both nations have set an ambitious goal to increase their bilateral trade to $5 billion. This collaboration signifies not just an economic partnership […]

Understanding the Claims of State-Sponsored Terrorism in South Asia In recent discussions around regional politics, a significant assertion has emerged from Pakistan’s military leadership. Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, the Director-General of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), has alleged that India is employing state-sponsored terrorism as part of its strategic policy against Pakistan, particularly targeting […]

Strengthening Ties: Turkey and Pakistan Unite for Regional Stability This week, Türkiye’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Minister of National Defence Yasir Güler landed in Islamabad for a significant official visit. Their arrival marks another chapter in the enduring friendship between Turkey and Pakistan, a relationship built on mutual respect and shared goals. Upon touching […]

Understanding Pakistan’s Sugar Import Decision: What You Need to Know In recent news, the Pakistani federal cabinet made a significant decision to import 500,000 metric tons of sugar. This move comes in response to soaring sugar prices, which have jumped from Rs138 to Rs196 per kilogram in just a matter of weeks. So, what’s behind […]

Concerns Rise Over Highway Contract Awarded to Blacklisted Firm In a recent meeting, a parliamentary committee raised serious worries about awarding a major highway construction contract to a blacklisted firm. This decision has sparked debates over transparency and procedural oversights in the Rajanpur-Dera Ismail Khan section of the Indus Highway project. The Senate Standing Committee […]