Karachi,Federal Minister Shaza Fatima has said Pakistan’s information technology sector is expanding rapidly, with freelancing, data usage, and digital services driving growth. Speaking at an event in Karachi, Fatima said Pakistan is moving toward sustainable economic stability, citing increased foreign reserves, declining inflation, and lower policy rates. She credited the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC)…
Washington,The U.S. Air Force says production of the first F-47 sixth-generation fighter has begun, with the service targeting an initial flight in 2028. The F-47 — the manned element of the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) programme and intended successor to the F-22 Raptor — is being developed by Boeing after the company won the…
Washington,Former U.S. President Donald Trump is set to present proposals to Muslim leaders today on the post-ceasefire administration of Gaza, U.S. media reported. According to the reports, Washington is pushing Arab and Muslim countries to consider sending troops to Gaza as part of a stabilization force. The U.S. is also expected to call on Muslim…
Islamabad,Poverty in Pakistan has surged to 25.3% in 2025, up from 18.3% in 2022, according to a new World Bank report. The Bank noted that between 2011 and 2021, household incomes in Pakistan grew by only 2–3%, reflecting sluggish economic progress. The World Bank’s Country Director warned that without structural reforms and social safety nets,…
Islamabad,Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has launched a fresh crackdown on tax evasion, issuing notices to jewelers in Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Faisalabad, and Multan to clarify their tax records. In a parallel move, the FBR also carried out a raid on a major real estate company in Islamabad as part of its widening enforcement drive.
London,Legendary English cricket umpire Harold “Dickie” Bird has passed away at the age of 92. Bird officiated in 66 Test matches, 69 One Day Internationals — including World Cup finals — and 7 Women’s ODIs, earning widespread respect for his integrity and sharp decision-making. Before becoming an umpire, he also played 93 first-class matches. Yorkshire…
Pakistan has urged dialogue and restraint to avert escalation after reported Russian incursions into Polish and Romanian airspace, warning that diplomacy remains the “only path” to sustainable peace. Addressing an emergency UN Security Council session on Monday, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad reaffirmed Islamabad’s support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all…
Bang & Olufsen has launched a new pair of earbuds that could cost more than your phone or your laptop. The Beo Grace, as the model is called, will set you back $1,500, £1000 or €1200, depending on where you are. It has a silver aluminum casing with a pearl finish, which you can protect…
New York — The United Nations General Assembly opens its 80th session under financial strain and questions over its relevance. Palestinian statehood is set to dominate discussions, while the United States was notably excluded from a global democracy forum. In a historic move, Syria’s leadership is attending for the first time in 60 years.
Production on ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ has been suspended after star Tom Holland was rushed to hospital following a serious on-set accident. The 29-year-old British actor reportedly cracked his head during a fall while filming a stunt sequence at Leavesden Studios in Watford. He was treated for concussion and is expected to remain under medical…
