Muhammad Shahzad, LahoreLAHORE, Pakistan — A leading business forum has warned of a looming industrial crisis in Punjab province, citing the “near collapse” of decades-old industrial estates that it says could further damage Pakistan’s struggling economy.The Pakistan International Business Forum (PIBF) said Monday that Punjab’s industrial estate system—some facilities dating back 78 years—is plagued by…
Dr. Ansab Ali, LahoreGUJRANWALA, Pakistan — The head of Gujranwala’s top business body has described the city as Pakistan’s largest industrial cluster, highlighting its USD 3.5 billion annual export contribution as Rwanda’s top diplomat visited to explore trade opportunities.Gujranwala Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Ali Hamyoon Butt told visiting Rwandan High Commissioner H.E. Harrimana…
WASHINGTON — The partial shutdown of US government operations has come to an end after President Donald Trump signed a budget package into law, restoring funding to most federal agencies.The newly signed legislation secures funding for the majority of government departments and agencies through the end of September. However, the Department of Homeland Security remains…
ISLAMABAD — The Pakistan Meteorological Department has announced its forecast for the Ramadan moon sighting, predicting that the first day of the holy month will likely fall on February 19, 2026.According to the Met Department, there is a strong possibility that the crescent moon will be visible on the evening of February 18. The new…
KARACHI — Gold prices in Pakistan witnessed a sharp increase on Wednesday, with rates jumping by Rs14,800 per tola to reach Rs529,162.The price of 10 grams of gold also surged by Rs12,689, bringing it to Rs453,671.The latest hike follows Tuesday’s historic increase when gold prices soared by a record Rs24,000 per tola to reach Rs514,362.Meanwhile,…
ISLAMABAD — Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F) has announced it will observe February 8 as a “Black Day,” calling for nationwide protests against last year’s elections, which the party has termed a “daylight robbery of the public mandate.”Central Secretary General Maulana Abdul Ghafoor Haideri said in a statement Wednesday that all JUI workers will mark the day…
Colombo/Dubai – February 4, 2026The International Cricket Council (ICC) is reportedly in a state of concern following Pakistan’s announcement to boycott their group-stage match against India in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The Pakistan government declared on Sunday that the national team would participate in the tournament but would not take the field…
Paris/Islamabad – February 4, 2026Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has launched an attractive 10% discount offer on flights from Paris to various cities in Pakistan. The promotion aims to make travel more affordable and convenient, especially for overseas Pakistanis.According to PIA, the discounted fares will be applicable for travel between February 1, 2026 and March 10,…
By Dr Ansab Ali | Lahore, PakistanLAHORE: The Punjab government has decided to provide major relief to the public during the holy month of Ramazan, Special Assistant to the Chief Minister for Food Safety and Consumer Protection Salma Butt said on Tuesday.She made the announcement while chairing an important meeting on the Ramazan relief package,…
By Farzana Chaudhry | Lahore, PakistanLAHORE: Director General Food Punjab, Amjad Hafeez, said authorities are continuing efforts to ensure an adequate and uninterrupted supply of flour across the province.In a statement, he said the Punjab Food Department has released flour distribution figures for the last 24 hours, reflecting steady supplies to markets in all divisions…
