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International
An Australian court has rejected India’s appeal seeking exclusive rights over the use of the term “Basmati” for rice, in a decision that could have important implications for the international trade of the popular rice variety. The ruling recognises that Basmati rice is produced in both Pakistan and
Education
Punjab’s nine educational boards have approved the introduction of a Digital Result Card System, marking a shift away from traditional printed result cards toward downloadable digital certificates. Under the new system, students will be able to access and obtain their result cards online through the
General
This Independence Day, local food brand Cheezious is stepping away from traditional patriotic tropes to spotlight something more personal: the emotional warmth that makes Pakistan feel like home. Its latest campaign, “Azadi, Cheez Hai Aesi,” reframes freedom. Rather than treating independence solely
Education
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has highlighted the Daanish School programme as an effort to give children from poor and deserving families access to quality education. Speaking at an International Youth Day event in Islamabad on August 12, he said Pakistan cannot progress as a welfare state without g
International
Talks to cover trade, investment and climate.Renewable energy, education also on agenda.Ministers to discuss regional, int'l developments.Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide will visit Pakistan on August 13-14, marking...
Sports
Football in Palestine is preparing to resume on September 4 after being suspended for almost three years due to the impact of the Gaza war. The Palestinian Football Association has announced a comeback tournament featuring more than 200 clubs. Named the “Thousand Martyrs’ Cup,” the competition will
Finance
Pakistan’s expanding creator economy may soon come under greater tax scrutiny as the government moves toward bringing digital earnings into the formal taxation framework. Under the proposed approach, social media influencers and content creators could face a 10% withholding tax on certain payments g
Health
The Punjab government has expanded its welfare initiatives with programs designed to make financial and…
Security
Another Pakistani sustained injuries in incident: DPM Dar.Dar says govt closely following situation after incident.Attack poses serious threat to freedom of navigation: Dar.At least three Pakistani nationals have been killed in a...
Automotive
As fuel prices continue to rise in Pakistan, many people are searching for a more affordable and practical way to travel every day. Electric scooters are becoming a popular choice because they offer lower running costs, require less maintenance, and support cleaner transportation. Among the latest o
Energy
Brent crude, West Texas Intermediate extend gains.US and Houthis attack ships in Gulf, Red Sea straits.US crude inventories rise, according to industry data.Oil prices rose on Wednesday morning as doubts about a...
International
President Trump secretly switched to military plane in Turkiye.Trump 'hid' in catering truck in secret plane swap over threat: report.Journalists, White House staff flew on Air Force One plane without Trump. US...