A flight-tracking map shared widely on social media claimed that Pakistan had allowed US military aircraft to fly dangerously close to sensitive sites near the Iran border. However, an investigation by Dawn’s iVerify team and Geo Fact‑Check reveals the image is entirely fabricated. The viral post on X alleged that
Three schools from Pakistan have been named finalists in the 2025 World’s Best School Prizes, organised by UK-based T4 Education in partnership with global sponsors. According to Pakistan Today, the shortlisted institutions include leading educational centres recognized for excellence in categories such as Community Collaboration, Environmental Action, Innovation, and others.
Imran Khan, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder, has announced the postponement of the planned nationwide protest movement. The decision comes as the party cites “rising global tensions” and ongoing backchannel discussions with the establishment. From his prison cell at Adiala Jail, Khan instructed PTI leadership to delay mass mobilisations and
Karachi has been ranked 170th out of 173 cities in the 2025 Global Liveability Index by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), placing it among the world’s least liveable cities for another consecutive year. The report cites low scores in stability, infrastructure, healthcare, and environment as major factors contributing to the
Islamabad, June 17, 2025 — Pakistan’s National Assembly and Senate Standing Committees on Finance and Industries have decisively rejected the proposed 18% sales tax on imported solar panels, introduced in the 2025–26 federal budget. The collective opposition reflects mounting concerns over the impact on Pakistan’s rapidly growing solar energy sector.
The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway between Oman and Iran, serves as the only maritime outlet from the Persian Gulf into the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. With a width of just 21 miles—typically clogged by tanker traffic within a 2-mile navigable channel—it stands as arguably the
Tel Aviv/Tehran – June 1, 2025:Tensions in the Middle East reached a boiling point over the weekend as Israel and Iran exchanged aerial assaults, fueling fears of a broader regional conflict. The dramatic escalation comes after months of simmering hostilities, proxy skirmishes, and political warnings from global powers. According to
GENEVA/GAZA, June 16, 2025 — The United Nations has sharply condemned recent incidents in Gaza where Palestinians, including aid-seekers and humanitarian workers, were killed during operations near food distribution centres. These incidents form part of a broader pattern the UN describes as using “lethal distribution systems” that undermine core humanitarian
Islamabad, June 16, 2025 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted the potential of the “blue economy” as Pakistan’s emerging economic frontier during the launch of the 2nd Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference (PIMEC 2025). He urged a nationwide effort to harness marine resources, transforming Pakistan into a maritime growth hub.
London Taxi Campaign Promotes “Think Tech, Think Pakistan” at London Tech Week LONDON, June 16, 2025 — A fleet of 50 iconic black London taxis have been adorned with “Think Tech, Think Pakistan” wraps as part of a strategic campaign to position Pakistan as an emerging global technology destination. The
