PTI criticises government over economy, governance and party leaders’ detention

Party secretary general says economic hardship, poor public services, political repression reflect governance failures LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Secretary General Salman Akram Raja on Thursday criticised the federal government over what he described as worsening economic conditions, poor governance and the continued detention of the party’s leadership. Speaking at a press conference alongside PTI Lahore…

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Fazl in hot water as pleas reach Punjab courts over remarks on martyrs

Lahore court issues notice to NCCIA on plea seeking FIR against Fazl over remarks JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman. Photo Courtesy: JUI/ Facebook Petitions seeking legal action against Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman over his recent remarks regarding Pakistan’s armed forces and martyrs have begun reaching district courts across Punjab, with courts seeking…

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Alibaba-backed BNPL firm gets SECP licence

Koko Tech to tap in to consumer financing for youth, freelancers and small businesses ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has granted a licence to Koko Tech Pakistan (Private) Limited (KTPL) to operate a Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) business in Pakistan, according to an official statement issued on Tuesday. KTPL is owned by Alibaba.com Holdings,…

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Gas shortage halts transport, disrupts schools

Unannounced load-shedding of natural gas; CNG filling stations shut for second day in Peshawar An employee checks empty LPG cylinders inside Vidyarthi Bhavan restaurant, as restaurants and hotels in southern India, including the IT hub of Bengaluru, have warned of shutdowns amid disruptions in commercial LPG supply, following the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Bengaluru,…

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Celebrities continue the festive fashion parade

Pakistani celebrities embraced elegant festive fashion, sharing vibrant Eid Day 2 looks and family moments As Eid celebrations continued into Day 2, Pakistan’s biggest stars once again turned social media into a vibrant display of festive fashion, family moments, and elegant style statements. This year’s Eid Day 2 fashion was all about effortless elegance. Shades…

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PM Shehbaz reviews monsoon preparedness with NDMA chief

Premier orders closer coordination with provincial governments, disaster authorities amid monsoon season Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif meets Chairman National Disaster Management Authority Lt General Inam Haider Malik in Islamabad, July 15, 2026. PHOTO: PMO/X Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday met the Chairman of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Lieutenant General Inam Haider Malik,…

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‘Mango Sago’ fever grips capital

ISLAMABAD: With Pakistan’s mango season in full swing, mango sago has evolved from an online food trend into a popular homemade dessert in the federal capital, highlighting how social media continues to shape culinary habits and inspire families to create café-style treats in their own kitchens. What began as a social media sensation has now…

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US to make visa bond programme permanent

. US President Donald Trump makes an announcement on American nuclear innovation in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, July 24, 2026. REUTERS WASHINGTON: The US State Department will make permanent a visa bond program that could require applicants from 50 countries, mostly from Africa, to post bonds of up…

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