The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), in partnership with the federal government, has launched a major interest-free financing scheme to support the adoption of electric bikes, rickshaws, and loaders. The program, announced Monday, aims to distribute 116,000 e-bikes and 3,170 electric rickshaws/loaders during the 2025-26 fiscal year to promote eco-friendly transport solutions across the country. […]
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Petrol and diesel prices to rise from october 1
Pakistanis already burdened by inflation are likely to face more economic strain as petroleum prices are set to rise from October 1 for the next fortnight. Officials confirmed that the expected hike will impact petrol, diesel, kerosene oil, and light diesel, increasing transportation and daily living costs nationwide. The adjustment in refinery rates will directly […]
China steps in with urgent relief for Pakistan’s flood-hit families
China has sent urgent humanitarian aid to support Pakistan’s flood-affected communities, reaffirming its longstanding friendship and solidarity. On Sunday, two Chinese relief flights landed at Nur Khan Air Base, Rawalpindi, carrying 300 tents and 9,000 blankets, according to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). The NDMA called the gesture a reflection of China’s unwavering support […]
PMD forecasts rain and thunderstorms in Karachi till October 2
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted rain, winds, and thunderstorms in Karachi and parts of Sindh starting today and continuing through October 2. The warning was issued Monday in a press release, urging local authorities to take preventive measures amid the expected wet weather conditions. The PMD said the rainfall is linked to a […]
Hamas says it lost contact with two hostages
Hamas’s armed wing has urged Israel to pause air strikes and withdraw troops from parts of Gaza City, saying it has lost contact with two Israeli hostages during recent intensified military operations. The Ezzedine Al-Qassam Brigades stressed that the hostages’ lives were in grave danger and demanded a 24-hour halt in air raids to allow […]
FBR confirms Sept 30 as final deadline for income tax returns
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has firmly stated that September 30, 2025, remains the final deadline for filing income tax returns. In a statement issued Monday, the FBR dismissed circulating reports of an extension as false and misleading. It urged taxpayers to file their returns on time to avoid penalties and late-filer status. FBR […]
White house shares photos Of PM Shehbaz, Asim Munir’s US visit
The White House has released official photographs capturing Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir’s recent visit to the United States, where they met President Donald Trump in Washington. The images show the leaders engaged in detailed discussions with President Trump and senior American officials inside the Oval Office, reflecting a warm […]
Gold hits record Rs403,600 per tola in Pakistan
Gold prices in Pakistan soared to a new all-time high on Monday, reflecting sharp gains in international markets. In the local market, the price of gold rose by Rs5,900 in a single day, reaching Rs403,600 per tola, according to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). The 10-gram rate also climbed, selling at Rs346,021 […]
Etihad Airways resumes Peshawar flights after 10-year gap
Etihad Airways has officially resumed flights to Peshawar after more than a decade, marking a major boost for regional air travel. On Monday, flight EY 276 from Abu Dhabi landed at Bacha Khan International Airport (BKIAP), welcomed with a traditional water salute. The airline last operated at the airport in 2014, making this a significant […]
Naqvi slams Modi’s war remark after Asia Cup final loss
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has sharply criticized Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for comparing cricket to war after the Asia Cup 2025 final. In a bold statement, Naqvi said linking sports with war shows “despair, not victory,” and goes against the true spirit of the game. He stressed that no cricket match […]