Islamabad/Tehran, June 13, 2025 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has instructed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Pakistan’s diplomatic mission in Iran to deliver full support for Pakistani zaireen (pilgrims) amid escalating tensions in the region. A dedicated Crisis Management Cell has been established at Foreign Office headquarters to coordinate
Karachi Shaken by 36 Mild Quakes in 12 Days as Nationwide Jitters Grow Karachi, June 12, 2025 — Pakistan’s financial hub, Karachi, has experienced 36 mild earthquakes over the past 12 days, triggering public concern and prompting awareness in other regions of the country . Tremors ranged from 2.0 to 3.6 magnitude,
slamabad, June 12, 2025 – Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), under Chairman Rashid Mahmood Langrial, has intensified efforts to plug revenue leakages by extending its enforcement actions from sugar into the tobacco sector—while rolling out a new flat 15% tax rate on passive income, as outlined in the 2025–26
Pakistan’s PM Shehbaz Sharif to Begin Official UAE Visit on June 12 Islamabad/Abu Dhabi – June 11, 2025 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will embark on an official visit to the United Arab Emirates on Thursday, June 12, accompanied by a high‑level delegation that includes Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, federal
Debt Servicing Consumes Nearly Half of Pakistan’s FY26 Budget, Defence Spending Soars Islamabad, June 12, 2025 — Pakistan’s federal budget for the fiscal year 2025–26 highlights a stark fiscal challenge: nearly 50% of total expenditures are allocated to servicing public debt, as the government also approves a significant increase in
Bilawal Alleges India Sabotaging Trump’s Peace Mediation Efforts Over Kashmir Islamabad/New York, June 11, 2025 — Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has accused India of intentionally undermining US-led peace efforts in South Asia, including initiatives facilitated by former President Donald Trump. Speaking from his ongoing diplomatic tour in
Karachi – June 10, 2025 — In a compelling feature for Aurora by Dawn, a senior Pakistani sports journalist underscored that the field of sports reporting offers a wealth of underexplored human stories beyond match results and statistics . Covering everything from grassroots athletes to the socio-political impact of sports,
Pakistan Emerges as Regional IT Hub with Infrastructure and Export Strategy Islamabad – June 10, 2025 — Pakistan is rapidly emerging as a key regional hub for information technology, backed by a combination of government-led infrastructure development, policy reforms, and a fast-growing digital talent pool. Infrastructure Expansion The upcoming inauguration
Islamabad, June 10, 2025 — Pakistan’s Economic Survey for the fiscal year 2024–25 paints a nuanced picture: while macroeconomic indicators show marked improvement, sluggish growth and underperformance in key sectors intensify ongoing challenges. Positive Indicators: Inflation & Stabilisation Growth Concerns: Agriculture & Industry Underperform Recovery Outlook: Reform-Driven Optimism Finance Minister
55 Die and Dozens Injured in KP During Eidul‑Azha, Rescue 1122 Reports Peshawar, June 9, 2025 — The festive spirit of Eidul‑Azha turned somber in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, as Rescue 1122 officials confirmed that 55 people lost their lives and approximately 50 others were injured in various incidents across the province during the
