Pakistan urged to curb population surge as resources come under pressure
A two-day summit on population concluded in Islamabad with a stark warning: Pakistan is rapidly outpacing its capacity to sustain population growth in relation to national resources. Speakers — including…
Pakistan-Türkiye sign gas & mining accords with $300M new investment
Pakistan and Türkiye have inked a series of gas and mining accords, drawing over US$300 million in fresh Turkish investment. During a ceremony in Islamabad, the two nations signed multiple…
Toyota Fortuner price reduction Pakistan — major cut for 35th-anniversary offer
As part of its 35-year anniversary in Pakistan, Toyota has dramatically cut the ex-factory prices of its flagship SUV, the Toyota Fortuner — a move seldom seen in the Pakistani…
Pakistan gold price 3 December 2025 — 24-carat rate at Rs 444,162/tola
On 3 December 2025, the price of 24-karat gold in Pakistan opened at Rs 444,162 per tola, with the rate for 10 grams at Rs 380,797. The gold rate is…
Karachi enforces Section 144 around exam centres to curb cheating
The administration in Karachi has imposed Section 144 CrPC around intermediate examination centres, as part of efforts to ensure exam integrity and prevent malpractice. Under the restrictions, public gatherings near…
Social media accounts spreading anti-Pakistan propaganda traced abroad — 33 identified
According to recent disclosures by Pakistani security agencies, 33 social media accounts have been traced for running a coordinated propaganda campaign against Pakistan — with origins reportedly in Afghanistan, India…
Pakistan cement exports drop sharply in November 2025 — third straight month of decline
According to the All-Pakistan Cement Manufacturers Association (APCMA), Pakistan’s cement exports fell by 26.53 percent year-on-year in November 2025 — down to 590,183 tons from 803,258 tons in November 2024.…
HIV infections rise in Pakistan — WHO & UNAIDS call for urgent action
On World Health Organization (WHO) and UNAIDS’ call on World AIDS Day (1 December 2025), health authorities raised alarm over a sharp rise in HIV infections across Pakistan, describing it…
Pakistan accuses India of blocking Sri Lanka aid delivery — overflight denial stalls relief mission
The government of Pakistan has accused India of blocking airspace access for a relief mission bound for flood-hit Sri Lanka, claiming that a special aircraft carrying humanitarian aid has been…
Karachi crackdown on intercity buses — illegal bus-stands shut down citywide
The administration in Karachi has launched a significant crackdown on intercity‐bus operations running from within the city limits, shutting down unauthorized bus stands and rerouting services to a designated terminal…