PML-N Senator Mushahid Hussain Syed has reportedly advised the party’s leader, Nawaz Sharif, to consider pursuing the presidency instead of the prime minister’s office in the current “hybrid plus” system. In an interview with a private news channel, Senator Mushahid expressed concerns about the suitability of Nawaz Sharif for the role of prime minister and […]
Gold rates in Pakistan today – Check latest prices in all cities – 8 Jan 2023
Gold prices in Pakistan moved up amid upward momentum in the global market. Gold Rates in Pakistan Today – 8 January 2024 On the first day of the week, the per tola price of 24 karat gold stands at Rs220,700 while price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold priced at Rs189,220. Meanwhile, 22 Karat […]
No case of new coronavirus variant reported in Pakistan: minister
Pakistan’s Caretaker Health Minister, Dr. Nadeem Jan, declared the nation’s readiness for the potential threat posed by the newly identified COVID-19 variant, JN.1 Omicron. As of Friday, Pakistan had not reported any cases of this variant, but Dr. Jan emphasized the country’s preparedness and activated a “red alert” status. Responding to the global concerns surrounding […]
Iran confirms suspension of Umrah flights to Saudi Arabia
In an unexpected twist, Iran has officially confirmed the suspension of scheduled flights to Saudi Arabia, just as Iranians were poised to embark on Umrah pilgrimage to the holy land after an eight-year hiatus. Iran Air spokespersons attribute the abrupt cancellation to a ‘technical disagreement’ and a failure to secure necessary permits from Saudi authorities. […]
China condoles death of Sartaj Aziz
BEIJING: Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin expressed deep condolences on Thursday over the passing of Pakistan’s former foreign minister Sartaj Aziz, hailing his outstanding contribution to China-Pakistan relations. Aziz, also former finance minister and adviser to the prime minister on foreign affairs, passed away in Islamabad on Tuesday. “Mr. Aziz was a seasoned politician, […]
Real Estate Sector of Pakistan in 2024 – hopes, possibilities and threats
It seems that the real estate sector in Pakistan faced numerous challenges in 2023, including increasing inflation, political unrest, currency devaluation, high interest rates, and regulatory issues. However, there is a glimmer of hope for the sector as some positive developments have been observed in the last three months. Over the past five years, real […]
Cigarette industry drains Rs 567 billion potential revenue in seven years
The pervasive influence of Pakistan’s cigarette industry on policymaking has not only exacted a toll on both the nation’s financial well-being and public health, but also caused a staggering Rs 567 billion loss in revenue over the last decade. The alarming loss of revenue was unearthed through a comprehensive study delving into the dynamics of […]
New Zealand announce strong squad for Pakistan T20I series
Kane Williamson is set to lead the New Zealand cricket team in the upcoming T20 series against Pakistan, marking his return after recovering from a knee injury. The series, scheduled to commence on January 12, 2024, follows Williamson’s absence from the recent ODI and T20 series against Bangladesh. With approximately 10 days remaining before the […]
WHO extends travel restrictions on ‘polio-hit’ Pakistan for another three months
In a concerning development, Pakistan remains one of the only two countries grappling with positive cases of the poliovirus, leading the World Health Organization (WHO) to extend travel restrictions for another three months. The recent advisory from the WHO Emergency Committee on Polio underscores the persistent threats posed by polio in both Pakistan and Afghanistan. […]
Gold price goes up in Pakistan; Check today gold rates – 3 Jan 2024
Gold prices gained momentum in Pakistan amid positive trajectory in the international maket. Gold Rates in Pakistan Today – 3 January 2024 On Wednesday, the price of single tola of 24 Karat gold was available at Rs221,300, the price for 10-gram gold reached Rs189,730. Meanwhile, 22 Karat Gold stands at Rs201,530, 21 karat rate for […]