PTI doubts govt authority for talks
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has questioned the dialogue process with the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N)-led government after the ruling coalition failed to arrange a meeting between incarcerated PTI founding chairman Imran Kha...
ECP registers Khaqan’s Awam Pakistan party
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has officially registered the Awam Pakistan Party, led by Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, following the recognition of its intra-party elections. According to the ECP, Shahid Khaqan Abbasi serves as the part...
Federal govt bans new hiring, eliminates redundant positions
ISLAMABAD: The federal government of Pakistan has initiated work on budget estimates for the upcoming fiscal year, with key directives issued regarding unnecessary positions and the creation of new vacancies. As part of these efforts, a directive ha...
Mavericks complete 4th-quarter comeback to defeat Trail Blazers 117-111
Dallas: The Dallas Mavericks secured a thrilling 117-111 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers, overcoming a sluggish start and finishing with an 18-2 run in the final minutes. Despite missing star players Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, the Maverick...
PM, sports minister congratulate Asif for his outstanding victory
ISLAMABAD: Renowned Pakistani snooker player Muhammad Asif has once again brought pride to the nation by winning the prestigious SAARC Snooker Championship, sparking a wave of congratulations from prominent figures, including Prime Minister Shehbaz S...
PCB announces ticket prices for Pak-West Indies test series
LAHORE: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has revealed ticket prices for the two-match test series between Pakistan and West Indies, set to take place at the Multan Cricket Stadium from January 17 to 29, 2025. Tickets will be available starting Friday an...
Pakistan's Showbiz Industry: A Flourishing World of Entertainment
Pakistan's entertainment industry, commonly referred to as showbiz, has seen an incredible transformation in recent years. From television to film, music, and even digital platforms, the showbiz world in Pakistan has come a long way. The industry ha...
Business community calls for unity to stabilize economy
ISLAMABAD: The United Business Group (UBG) of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has emphasized the need for cooperation and unity within Pakistan's business community, highlighting these factors as crucial for stabi...
SBP releases advance calendar for monetary policy meetings (Jan-Jul 2025)
ISLAMABAD: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has released the advance calendar for its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meetings scheduled for the first half of 2025. The central bank plans to hold four MPC meetings from January to June. The first meet...
Pakistan Railways to collaborate with Chinese firm
LAHORE: A major step forward in Pakistan's railway freight transportation has been achieved with the assembly of 115 flat wagons in Complete Knocked Down (CKD) form at a factory in Lahore. These wagons, which are set to be deployed in April, are part...
