ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Wednesday strongly criticised Defence Minister Khawaja Asif for his controversial remarks about the
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed strong buying activity on Wednesday, with several stocks posting double-digit gains as investors remained optimistic about
LONDON: Pakistan all-rounder Shadab Khan has joined Lancashire Lightning for the remainder of the 2026 Vitality Blast campaign, providing a major boost to the English county s
HOUSTON: Former Sweden striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has sparked debate among football fans after appearing to downplay Cristiano Ronaldo’s impressive performance in Portug
KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced extended banking hours across the country to facilitate taxpayers in making payments of government duties and taxes bef
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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Wednesday strongly criticised Defence Minister Khawaja Asif for his controversial remarks about the
BÜRGENSTOCK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to supporting dialogue and diplomacy aimed at achieving a peaceful and lasting
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government on Thursday presented a Rs2.17 trillion Budget 2026-27, prioritizing public welfare, security, education, healthcare, and infrastru
ISLAMABAD: In a major relief package for inflation-hit citizens, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday announced a substantial reduction in petroleum prices, slashing the pe
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has postponed his planned visit to Switzerland for a ceremony related to the US-Iran peace agreement, according to his spokesperson on
KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah presented the Sindh Budget 2026-27 in the provincial assembly, unveiling a budget outlay of more than Rs3.56 trillion aimed a
LAHORE: The Punjab government has announced the Punjab Budget 2026-27 with a total outlay of Rs5.9 trillion, focusing on public relief, infrastructure development, healthcare,
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Economics experts reflect on budget 2026-2027 in discussion with Pakistan State Time. An Exclusive Supplement By PST Digital News Media
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has proposed imposing capital gains tax on the sale of inherited properties, a move that could significantly impact Pakistan&rsqu
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed strong buying activity on Wednesday, with several stocks posting double-digit gains as investors remained optimistic about
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BÜRGENSTOCK: US Vice President JD Vance on Monday announced significant progress in ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran, revealing that Tehran has agr
BÜRGENSTOCK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to supporting dialogue and diplomacy aimed at achieving a peaceful and lasting
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump strongly defended his newly signed agreement with Iran, dismissing critics who claimed he made major concessions to end the Middle East c
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LONDON: Pakistan all-rounder Shadab Khan has joined Lancashire Lightning for the remainder of the 2026 Vitality Blast campaign, providing a major boost to the English county s
HOUSTON: Former Sweden striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has sparked debate among football fans after appearing to downplay Cristiano Ronaldo’s impressive performance in Portug
FIFA World Cup 2026: Lamine Yamal Tipped as Future Superstar Who Could Surpass Lionel Messi’s Legacy
As the countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 begins, football fans around the globe are witnessing what many experts describe as a historic generational shift. With legendary i
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Pakistani actor Emmad Irfani is once again in the spotlight after sharing his latest pictures from a trip to London, where his stylish appearance quickly went viral on social
Social media platforms are once again abuzz after a recent video featuring renowned Pakistani Islamic scholar Maulana Tariq Jamil and influencer Kashif Zameer went viral, trig
The iconic Bollywood film Taare Zameen Par continues to remain a cultural milestone in Indian cinema, even years after its release in 2007. Produced and directed by Aamir Khan
Pakistani showbiz stars Kubra Khan and Gohar Rasheed continue to remain in the spotlight as one of the most admired celebrity couples in the industry, with their love story an
Renowned actress Sania Saeed visited the Karachi Press Club, where she shared insights from her life, career, and experiences in the television and performing arts industry. T
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KARACHI: The federal government and the Sindh government have officially announced public holidays on June 25 and 26, 2026, corresponding to the 9th and 10th of Muharram-ul-Ha
KARACHI: Karachi Vocational Training Centre (KVTC), under the visionary leadership of CEO Senator Dr. Abdul Haseeb Khan, is proud to announce an extraordinary achievement on t
• 82% of consumers in Pakistan have used AI to assist with shopping, while 93% feel AI-powered tools make online shopping faster and easier. • 87% believe AI w
Karachi: Dr Mahnoor Nasir, a young lady doctor who was severely injured in a shocking acid attack in Quetta, is now reported to be out of immediate danger after receiving adva
KARACHI: In a major step to tackle urban flooding and improve municipal services ahead of the monsoon season 2026, the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) has announced a l
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ISLAMABAD: The Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) has declared several batches of auto-disable syringes manufactured by six companies as substandard and issued an ur
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination (NHSR&C) has made HIV and Hepatitis B and C screening mandatory before all s
The World Health Organization has declared an international health emergency after a deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo killed more than 80 people a
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ISLAMABAD: A delegation from Greenwich University, led by Chancellor Dr. Seema Mughal and accompanied by Director Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) Dr. Rab Nawaz, met with the Am
KARACHI: The Consul General of Japan in Karachi, His Excellency Hattori Masaru, donated 110 books to Greenwich University under the Read Japan Project at an impressive ceremon
Karachi: The Chancellor Greenwich University, on the recommendations of the Vice Chancellor Greenwich University, has appointed Dr. Naveed Ahmed Mughal as the Pro
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By Hunain MithaniTax Head at leading Multinational Company in Pakistan, Convener – Karachi Tax Bar Association For the better part of the last decade, budget discussions
KARACHI: Dr Nasir Saleem Nasaka, during a discussion with Senator Chaudhry Abid Sher Ali, has urged the government to allow duty-free import of life-saving herbal medicines in
Budget proposes major changes as the federal government gets ready to present the new fiscal plan on 12 June, two days later than the original 10 June date. According to budge