Over 4,150 cases of violence against children were reported in Punjab during the year’s first half, according to a report issued on Monday. The statistics were revealed in the Sustainable Social Development Organisation’s (SSDO) Factsheet on Violence against Children (VAC) in Punjab, covering the period from January to June 2025. A press release issued by […]
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Pakistan’s oil and gas reserves rise sharply in first half of 2025
In the first half of 2025, Pakistan’s oil and gas sector experienced strong growth, driven by significant discoveries and development activities. Total oil reserves increased by 3%, reaching 239.6 million barrels, while gas reserves rose by 5% to 19 trillion cubic feet (tcf). This expansion was largely fueled by new finds in Waziristan, Bettani, and […]
Over 336,000 Pakistanis head abroad for jobs in first half of 2025
In the first half of 2025, 336,999 Pakistanis went abroad in search of work, according to the Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment (BEOE). These job seekers include both skilled professionals and unskilled laborers. Most workers are heading to Middle Eastern countries, especially Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar, which continue to be the top destinations […]