Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Monday said empowering women is essential for national progress, stressing that Islam provides clear guidance on women’s rights. Addressing the 9th OIC Ministerial Conference on Women in Islamabad, she reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to expanding opportunities for women. Her remarks focused on education, digital skills, healthcare, and economic inclusion. Maryam […]
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Gwadar Port carries out first successful commercial bunkering operation
In a major milestone for Pakistan’s maritime sector, the National Logistics Corporation (NLC), in collaboration with global energy giant Vitol, has successfully executed its inaugural bunkering operation at Gwadar Port. The landmark operation involved supplying 2,500 metric tons of International Maritime Organization (IMO) compliant Very Low Sulphur Fuel Oil (VLSFO) to the UAE-owned LNG vessel […]
N Korea slams NATO summit, says denuclearisation should start with US allies
North Korea condemned the United States and its allies on Saturday for what it called strengthening military blocs and accelerating arms buildups after a NATO summit this week. Pyongyang accused NATO leaders of portraying North Korea’s exercise of its legitimate sovereign rights as a threat, the foreign ministry said in a statement carried on state […]
Fuel, sugar prices fall despite inflation: PBS
The prices of petrol, diesel, LPG, and sugar declined during the past week, according to Pakistan’s weekly inflation report released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). However, the report showed that inflationary pressure persisted as prices of several essential food items continued to increase. The mixed price trend affects household budgets across the country. […]
Portuguese referee appointment fuels debate before Argentina quarterfinal
FIFA’s appointment of Portuguese match officials for Argentina’s FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Switzerland has triggered widespread discussion on social media ahead of the July 11 clash at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. The announcement quickly drew attention as football fans debated the referee selection, with many sharing differing opinions about what it could mean […]
Priyanka Chopra shares Wimbledon moment with Nick Jonas
Priyanka Chopra enjoyed a memorable day at the Wimbledon semi-finals after receiving a seat in the prestigious Royal Box, where she watched the exciting tennis action alongside several well-known guests. During the match, the actress shared the special experience with her husband, Nick Jonas, by making a FaceTime call so he could enjoy the atmosphere […]
Pakistan Banking Summit 2026 Concludes with a Unified Vision for Pakistan’s Financial Future
Karachi, July 8, 2026: The Pakistan Banks Association (PBA) today concluded the second Pakistan Banking Summit 2026 (PBS’26), reaffirming the banking industry’s collective commitment to supporting Pakistan’s next phase of economic transformation through stronger collaboration, innovation, financial inclusion, and policy dialogue. Over two days, PBS’26 brought together more than 1,200 attendees, including policymakers, regulators, banking […]
Russia halts oil exports amid shortages
Russia has banned oil and diesel exports after Ukrainian strikes disrupted energy infrastructure and triggered domestic fuel shortages. The move aims to stabilize local fuel supplies as the war continues to affect Russia’s energy sector. Consumers, businesses, and global energy markets could face renewed uncertainty following the decision. Russian authorities imposed the export ban on […]
Pakistan receives $41.6bn in remittances
Overseas Pakistanis sent $41.58 billion in workers’ remittances during fiscal year 2025-26, according to the State Bank of Pakistan. The annual inflow increased by 8.5 percent compared with the previous fiscal year. The higher remittances strengthened Pakistan’s foreign exchange position and supported the national economy. The State Bank said June remittances were $770 million lower […]
Trump cites ‘unity’ at NATO summit, progress on defence spending
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday told reporters there had been “tremendous unity” at the NATO summit in Turkey and also promised to increase US defense production. “They (European nations) want the American equipment, because it works better,” Trump told a press conference. “I provided other leaders with an update on the steps we’re taking […]