Two major Israeli banks are preparing to end their correspondent banking relationships with Palestinian financial institutions, raising concerns over the potential economic impact on the occupied West Bank and regional stability. Read More: Israel approves $2.3bn West Bank expansion According to Israeli officials, Israel Discount Bank will discontinue its banking ties with Palestinian lenders on September 1, while […]
Heavy rain floods Lahore as 263mm recorded in one spell
Lahore was inundated by torrential rainfall on Thursday after 263 millimetres of rain fell in a single spell, causing widespread urban flooding, traffic disruptions and rain-related accidents across the city. Read More: Intermittent heavy rain hits Punjab cities, Lahore receives 123mm According to the Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA), the highest rainfall was recorded in the […]
Prince Edward attends Commonwealth meeting ahead of King’s arrival
Prince Edward, the Duke of Edinburgh, carried out an important royal engagement in Scotland ahead of King Charles III and Queen Camilla’s arrival for the opening of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Read More: Foreign royals, world leaders and dignitaries arrive on eve of the King’s Coronation The Duke attended the 12th Commonwealth Sports Ministers Meeting […]
Pakistan to play five-match ODI series in England in 2027
Pakistan will tour England in May 2027 for a five-match One-Day International (ODI) series as part of both teams’ preparations for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced on Thursday. Read More: England ready for Pakistan ODI tri-series According to the PCB, the series will begin on May 15, 2027, […]
Modi announces fast-track courts over India exam paper leaks
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the establishment of fast-track courts to ensure swift punishment for those involved in examination paper leaks, responding publicly for the first time after weeks of nationwide student protests. Read More: Modi promises stringent punishment over exam fraud amid protests In a statement posted on social media platform X, Modi […]
PM Shehbaz reaffirms Pakistan’s support for Saudi Arabia after tanker attacks
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned the Houthi attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, reaffirming Pakistan’s unwavering support for the Kingdom during a telephone conversation with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Read More: Pakistan urges adherence to Mideast ceasefire after ‘tit-for-tat attacks’ According to an official statement, the prime minister denounced […]
Pakistan voices concern over EU GSP+ assessment
Pakistan has expressed disappointment over the European Union’s (EU) latest assessment of its compliance under the Generalised Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+), saying the report does not fully reflect the country’s reform efforts and presents an unbalanced picture of its progress. Read More: GSP+: One Yardstick for All Addressing a weekly press briefing in Islamabad, Foreign […]
MG HS Hybrid+ and Super Hybrid Line-Off Highlights MG’s Local Production Journey
The CKD line-off ceremony of the MG HS Hybrid+ and Super Hybrid marks a significant milestone in MG Pakistan’s local production journey. As the brand continues to expand its footprint in the country, this development reflects a clear focus on local assembly, customer commitment, and long-term confidence in Pakistan’s automotive industry. The introduction of the […]
Anas Sarwar appointed UK trade secretary
Former Punjab governor Chaudhry Mohammad Sarwar’s son, Anas Sarwar, has achieved a major political milestone after being appointed Trade Secretary in the United Kingdom, marking a significant moment for the British-Pakistani community. Read More: Pre-budget seminar discusses taxation, regulations SMEs growth According to reports, British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has included Anas Sarwar in his cabinet, […]
iPhone Air 2 tipped for major camera and battery upgrades
Apple’s rumoured iPhone Air 2 could bring significant upgrades to its ultra-slim smartphone lineup, with new leaks suggesting improvements to the camera system, battery life and cooling technology. Read More: iPhone 17 air: Apple’s slimmest iPhone set to launch in 2025 According to recent media reports, Apple is working to address some of the biggest criticisms […]