President Zardari’s Health Improves as Covid Test Comes Back Negative

In a positive Zardari health update, Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Senator Saleem Mandviwalla confirmed on Friday that President Asif Ali Zardari has tested negative for Covid-19. The development signals steady improvement in the president’s condition after a brief period of isolation and treatment in Karachi. Recovery Underway President Zardari had tested positive for coronavirus last …

Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia Grants 10,000 More Slots to Pakistan

In a major development ahead of Hajj 2025, Saudi Arabia has approved an additional Hajj quota increase of 10,000 pilgrims for Pakistan. The move strengthens the already deep-rooted ties between the two nations and highlights Saudi Arabia’s continued support for Pakistani pilgrims. High-Level Request Yields Quick Results The decision came after Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad …

Trade Turmoil: Pakistan Braces for Fallout from US-China Tariff War

As the US-China trade war intensifies under Donald Trump’s renewed tariff policy, Pakistan faces a looming economic threat. With Washington slapping a staggering 145% tariff on Chinese imports and maintaining a blanket 10% tariff on others, countries like Pakistan find themselves caught in the crossfire—potentially facing a “double whammy” of lost export markets and a …

Historic Surge in Gold Prices: One-Day Hike of Rs10,000 Shocks Pakistan’s Markets

Karachi – April 11, 2025: Gold prices in Pakistan skyrocketed on Thursday, recording the highest-ever single-day increase in history. The price of per tola gold surged by Rs10,000, hitting a new record of Rs338,800. This massive jump has shaken both the local market and consumers nationwide. Gold Hits All-Time High in Pakistan In Karachi’s local …

Pakistan-Belarus Relations Reach New Milestone, Says PM Shehbaz Sharif

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hailed a new chapter in Pakistan-Belarus cooperation following a productive visit to Belarus. He expressed gratitude to Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko for the warm hospitality and called the day a landmark in the diplomatic relationship between the two countries. Strengthening Bilateral Ties In a social media post on platform X, Prime …

Pakistani Scholars Declare Military Jihad Against Israel an Obligatory Duty

Islamabad – April 11, 2025: At a powerful National Palestine Conference in Islamabad, Mufti Munib Ur Rehman, Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani, Saad Rizvi, and several leading Islamic scholars from across Pakistan declared that military jihad against Israel is now an obligatory duty for all Muslim governments. The historic gathering brought together influential voices who strongly …

Sunny Deol Backs Fawad Khan’s Bollywood Comeback Amid Controversy

As excitement builds around Abir Gulaal, actor Sunny Deol has shared his perspective on the much-debated Fawad Khan Bollywood return. With the Pakistani superstar’s comeback film set to release on May 9, tensions are rising in India’s political and cultural circles. However, Deol, known for his nationalist roles in Border and Gadar, has taken a …

Gaza Amputees Struggle to Rebuild Lives Amid Conflict and Collapse

In war-torn Gaza, a growing number of Gaza amputees are facing unimaginable challenges. With limited medical support and nearly non-existent rehabilitation services, thousands of people—many of them children—are living with life-altering injuries caused by Israel’s ongoing military campaign. The situation is worsening each day as patients wait for prosthetics, treatment, and hope in a region …

NEPRA Greenlights Rs1.71 Per Unit Power Tariff Cut for Q2 2025

In a welcome move for electricity consumers across Pakistan, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved a significant power tariff cut of Rs1.71 per unit. This price reduction, proposed by the federal government, will be in effect from April to June 2025 and will apply nationwide, including areas served by K-Electric. Relief for …

Kīlauea Eruption Sparks Record Phytoplankton Bloom 1,200 Miles Away

The Kīlauea eruption in May 2018 shook Hawai‘i, but its effects reached much farther than anyone expected. A new study reveals that the volcanic ash from Kīlauea traveled over 1,200 miles and triggered one of the largest phytoplankton blooms ever recorded in the North Pacific Ocean. This unexpected chain reaction offers critical insight into the …

PSL 10: Shaheen Afridi and Babar Azam Highlight League’s Growing Competitiveness

As excitement builds for PSL 10, Lahore Qalandars captain Shaheen Shah Afridi and Peshawar Zalmi skipper Babar Azam shared their thoughts during the captains’ conference, emphasizing the tournament’s role in nurturing young talent and boosting competitive balance. With the league’s 10th edition starting April 11, both leaders expressed optimism about their squads and the evolving …

Tariff Pause Sparks PSX Surge with 2,000-Point Rally

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) staged a strong recovery on Thursday, rallying over 2,000 points after US President Donald Trump temporarily suspended tariffs on dozens of countries — except China — for 90 days. The move eased investor concerns and brought relief to markets worldwide, including the KSE-100 index, which mirrored the global bounce-back. Market …

iPhone 17 Air Leak Stuns with Ultra-Thin Design

Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 Air has ignited a wave of online buzz, thanks to a new leak showcasing what might be the company’s thinnest and most radical smartphone yet. A mockup shared by trusted leaker Majin Bu reveals a jaw-droppingly slim device — one that could be thinner than any iPhone ever made. But the …

Pakistan Navigates Trump Tariffs with Resilience, Says Business Leader

Despite widespread global concern, Pakistan appears to be relatively insulated from the fallout of global tariffs recently imposed by the United States. According to Aqeel Karim Dhedhi, chairman of the Karachi-based AKD Group, the country has not faced the same level of economic disruption as others. In an interview with Reuters on April 9, Dhedhi …

PM Shehbaz’s Belarus Visit Deepens Bilateral Cooperation

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in Belarus for a two-day official visit aimed at expanding bilateral relations between Pakistan and the Eastern European nation. Welcomed in Minsk by Belarusian Prime Minister Alexander Turchin and Pakistani embassy officials, Shehbaz is accompanied by a high-level delegation that includes Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, …

China’s 84% Tariff Escalates Trade Tensions With U.S.

China has enforced a sweeping retaliatory tariff of 84 percent on all U.S. goods, marking a dramatic escalation in the ongoing trade war between the world’s two largest economies. The new levy, effective from 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time on April 10, increases the previous 34 percent rate by 50 percentage points. This move, while firm, …

Israeli Forces Arrest Palestinian Journalist Samer Khuwaira in Nablus

Israeli forces arrested well-known Palestinian journalist Samer Khuwaira at his home in Nablus on April 10, 2025. A video widely shared on social media shows over a dozen soldiers entering his home and taking him into custody. The arrest took place in the occupied West Bank city, where Khuwaira has lived and worked for years. …

Macron Says France May Recognise Palestine in Coming Months

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that France could recognise a Palestine in the coming months. He made the statement during an interview with France 5 television on Wednesday. Macron plans to finalise the move at a United Nations conference in June. France will co-chair the event alongside Saudi Arabia. The focus will be on …

Why Do Media Outlets Say “Gaza” Instead of “Palestine”?

The power of language cannot be overstated. Words shape perceptions, guide public discourse, and influence political stances. In the context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the shift in terminology from “Palestine” to “Gaza” is far more significant than it may initially appear. This subtle yet significant change has profound implications not only for how we understand …

We Asked ChatGPT About Its Take on Palestine — Here’s What It Said

In a time when silence often speaks louder than words, we decided to ask ChatGPT — one of the world’s most advanced AI tools — a simple yet heavy question: What is your take on Palestine? The answer we received wasn’t just insightful — it was deeply human, emotional, and thought-provoking. ChatGPT began by calling …

Pakistan Positioned to Lead Global Mineral Economy: COAS Gen Asim Munir

Pakistan is prepared to lead the global mineral economy, according to Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir. Speaking at the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2025 in Islamabad, he declared that with abundant mineral resources, a skilled population, and a clear national policy, the country has everything it needs to become a major …

China Hits Back with 84% Tariff on U.S. Goods

China has responded forcefully to President Donald Trump’s latest move in the escalating trade war by imposing a sweeping 84% tariff on all U.S. goods, just hours after Trump’s new “Liberation Day” tariffs went into effect. With the U.S.-China tariffs reaching unprecedented levels, markets around the world took a hit, and fears of a global …

Trump Announces 90-Day Tariff Pause Amid Global Trade Talks

In a surprise move that could ease tensions in global trade, former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a tariff pause of 90 days for all countries that have refrained from retaliating against the United States. The announcement, made through a post on X (formerly Twitter) Wednesday afternoon, signals a temporary shift in Trump’s aggressive …

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