IMF acknowledges Pakistan’s economic recovery ahead of review talks
WASHINGTON :The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has acknowledged signs of economic improvement in Pakistan, stating that inflation has remained under control while macroeconomic stability has strengthened under ongoing reform programs. Speaking at a press briefing in Washington, IMF Director of Communications Julie Kozack announced that an IMF delegation will visit Pakistan starting February 25 to […]
Malaysia Expresses Interest in Expanding Urban, Tourism and Trade Links with Pakistan at ICCI Forum
Islamabad: Muhamad Zulasri bin Rosdi, First Secretary of the High Commission of Malaysia in Islamabad, attended the Roundtable Conference of Diplomats and Commercial Counsellors organised by the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI). The conference aimed to strengthen economic diplomacy and enhance trade and investment cooperation between Pakistan and the international business community. Addressing […]
USEFP Now Accepting Applications for the 2027 Fulbright Student Program
Islamabad, : The United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP) is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the prestigious 2027 Fulbright Student Program. Funded by the United States government in partnership with the Government of Pakistan, the highly competitive merit-based scholarship supports graduate study at leading U.S. universities, including tuition, living expenses, insurance, […]
Revocation of Article 370 a systematic effort to end Kashmir’s special status: Farooq Kirmani
ISLAMABAD,: Former Additional Secretary of the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), Khawaja Farooq Kirmani, has said that the revocation of Article 370 was a deliberate and systematic effort by India to dismantle Kashmir’s special constitutional identity and fully integrate the region into its federal structure. In an interview with a private television channel, […]
T20 World Cup: West Indies set Italy 166-run target
The West Indies set Italy 166-run victory target in the last Group C match of T20 World Cup at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on Thursday. Put in to bat, the West Indies was led from the front by captain Shai Hope who hit 46-ball 75. He hit six fours and four sixes and helped his side […]
US has ‘many arguments’ to strike Iran: White House
WASHINGTON : The White House has reported limited progress in recent US-Iran indirect talks but warned Iran “would be very wise to make a deal” with the US President Donald Trump. Speaking with reporters at the White House on Wednesday, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, “there was a little bit of progress” in talks held […]
Hamas tightens grip in Gaza as Trump pushes peace plan
CAIRO/JERUSALEM :– Hamas is cementing its hold over Gaza by placing loyalists in key government roles, collecting taxes and paying salaries, according to an Israeli military assessment seen by Reuters and sources in the Palestinian enclave. Hamas’ continuing influence over key Gaza power structures has fuelled widespread scepticism about the prospects of US President Donald […]
Tarar rejects media reports of deal with PTI founder
ISLAMABAD: The Benazir Income Support Programme has announced a significant increase in payments for eligible women ahead of Ramazan. During a live e-court session at BISP headquarters, Chairperson Senator Rubina Khalid confirmed that the quarterly payment under the Benazir Khawateen Kafalat Programme has been increased by Rs1,000, bringing the total to Rs14,500 per recipient. Additionally, […]
Benazir Income Support Programme announces increased payments ahead of Ramazan
ISLAMABAD – The Benazir Income Support Programme has announced a significant increase in payments for eligible women ahead of Ramazan. During a live e-court session at BISP headquarters, Chairperson Senator Rubina Khalid confirmed that the quarterly payment under the Benazir Khawateen Kafalat Programme has been increased by Rs1,000, bringing the total to Rs14,500 per recipient. […]
PM Shehbaz in Washington to attend inaugural Board of Peace meeting
WASHINGTON,:Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday arrived here to attend the maiden meeting of the Board of Peace, at the invitation of US President Donald Trump. Accompanying the prime minister in the Pakistani delegation are Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar, […]