IMF Delegation Arrives in Islamabad for Crucial Budget Talks Amid New Conditions On May 20, 2025, an International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation arrived in Islamabad to engage in high-level discussions with Pakistani officials regarding the finalization of the federal budget for the fiscal year 2025–26. The talks, scheduled to continue
Pakistani Rupee Slightly Depreciates Against US Dollar on May 20, 2025 On Tuesday, May 20, 2025, the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) experienced a minor depreciation against the US Dollar (USD) in the interbank market, closing at PKR 281.91, down from the previous day’s closing of PKR 281.76. Open Market Rates According
Pakistan Navy’s Readiness Deters Indian Naval Aggression: PM Shehbaz On May 19, 2025, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif lauded the Pakistan Navy’s exceptional preparedness during the recent military escalation with India, stating that its vigilance deterred any maritime aggression. Prime Minister’s Visit to Karachi Naval Dockyard During his visit to the
Gold Prices in Pakistan Drop on May 20, 2025: 24K Gold at Rs. 341,700 per Tola On Tuesday, May 20, 2025, gold prices in Pakistan experienced a slight decline, reflecting trends in the international market. According to the Karachi Sarafa Bazar Association, the rate for 24-karat (24K) gold stands at
Four Children Killed in Suspected Drone Strike in North Waziristan’s Mir Ali On Monday, May 19, 2025, a suspected drone strike in the Hurmuz village of Mir Ali tehsil, North Waziristan, resulted in the tragic deaths of four children from the same family and injured five others, including a woman.
Punjab Government Announces Summer Vacations for Schools Starting May 28 Amid Heatwave The Punjab government has officially announced that summer vacations for all public and private schools across the province will commence on May 28, 2025. This decision comes in response to the intensifying heatwave affecting the region. Revised School
12 Indian-Backed Terrorists Eliminated in KP and Balochistan: ISPR In a series of intelligence-based operations (IBOs), Pakistan’s security forces have successfully neutralized 12 terrorists affiliated with Indian-sponsored proxy outfits in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Balochistan. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) confirmed these operations, highlighting the ongoing efforts to dismantle networks
Pakistan and India Agree to Pull Back Troops to Peacetime Positions by May 30 In a significant move towards de-escalation, Pakistan and India have agreed to reposition their armed forces back to peacetime deployments along the Line of Control (LoC) and the international border by May 30, 2025. This decision
Pakistan, China, and Afghanistan Convene in Beijing for Tripartite Talks Amid Regional Tensions In a significant diplomatic move, Pakistan, China, and Afghanistan are set to hold tripartite talks in Beijing on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, to discuss regional peace and security following recent escalations between Pakistan and India. Deputy Prime
Pakistan Launches Global Diplomatic Campaign to Counter India’s ‘False Narrative’ Post-Conflict In the aftermath of the recent military escalation between Pakistan and India, Pakistan’s Senator Sherry Rehman has announced a comprehensive diplomatic initiative aimed at exposing what she describes as India’s “false narrative” constructed during the conflict. The campaign seeks
