EOBI Raises Minimum Pension, Expands Coverage Across Sectors The Employees’ Old-Age Benefits Institution (EOBI) has announced an increase in the minimum pension, set to rise to Rs11,500 starting January 1, 2025. Along with this, pensions exceeding Rs10,000 will see a 15% increase. Additionally, EOBI plans to expand its coverage, bringing more sectors under its social […]
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Amid the forty-degree heat that paralysed the coastal city of Karachi in April, Saad Saleem blasted his air-conditioning with near-abandon. While Pakistan’s solar revolution is transforming energy access, it is leaving behind urban middle-class families who cannot afford or install solar panels. Amid Karachi’s scorching 40-degree April heat, affluent entrepreneur Saad Saleem kept his air-conditioning […]
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Saudi Arabia Hajj Penalties: Strict Rules for Unauthorized Pilgrims Saudi Arabia has reinforced penalties to prevent unauthorized pilgrims and crack down on facilitators. These new measures aim to ensure safety, order, and proper management of the Hajj, especially as millions prepare for the annual pilgrimage. Saudi Arabia Enforces Strict Hajj Penalties and Restrictions Saudi authorities […]
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China Backs Pakistan After Pahalgam Incident, Urges Fair Probe China voices support for Pakistan following Pahalgam incident and calls for a fair and transparent investigation. This move comes amid rising tensions in the region after the tragic event. China Voices Support for Pakistan Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held a telephonic conversation […]
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UN court to open hearings on Israel’s aid obligation to Palestinians The UN court will open hearings on Israel’s humanitarian obligations towards Palestinians today, marking a crucial step more than 50 days after the Gaza aid blockade. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague will host five days of sittings, starting with United […]
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Canadian Leaders Make Final Election Appeals as Vancouver Tragedy Casts a Shadow Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre concluded their election campaigns on a somber note Sunday after a devastating incident in Vancouver, where a man drove into a crowd during a Filipino community festival, killing at least 11 people. Final […]
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A Sharjah to Amritsar flight was rerouted before entering Pakistani airspace near Turbat, say sources Indian airlines divert flights after Pakistan enforced an airspace closure in response to growing tensions between the two nations. This move has disrupted international flight routes and added new challenges for Indian carriers. Airspace Closure Forces Indian Flights to Change […]
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Hundreds Protest in Pakistan Over India’s Threats and Treaty Suspension Islamabad: Hundreds protest in Pakistan as outrage spreads over India’s recent threats, including the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty. Demonstrators rallied in major cities, especially in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), following the deadly attack on tourists across the contested border. Prime Minister Narendra […]
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Pakistan NSC Response to India’s Water Treaty Suspension Discussed in High-Level Meeting The National Security Committee (NSC) met to discuss Pakistan’s response to India’s water treaty suspension. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired the emergency session after India took aggressive steps following the Pahalgam false flag operation. Senior civil and military leaders participated in the meeting […]
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Karachi Orangi Town Shooting Incident: Teenager Killed During Robbery Attempt Incident Details A tragic event occurred on Wednesday night in Karachi’s Orangi Town. During a violent confrontation between robbers and a local resident, 14-year-old Hussain was fatally shot while trying to prevent a street robbery. The incident took place within the jurisdiction of the Pakistan […]
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