Commerce ministry to digitise trade data
Minister says trade data is ‘valuable national asset’ to be transformed into actionable intelligence ISLAMABAD:…
Commerce ministry to digitise trade data
Minister says trade data is ‘valuable national asset’ to be transformed into actionable intelligence ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan has called for developing a secure, integrated and AI-enabled digital ecosystem for the Ministry of Commerce and its attached organisations, following separate meetings with the Pakistan Digital Authority (PDA) and Sky47, a statement…
Gaza ‘humanitarian catastrophe’ undermining support even in ‘pro-Israel’ nations: Poland
FM Sikorski cites lack of accountability for Israeli military’s ‘excessive use of force’ for declining support Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski. Photo: AA/file Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski said the “humanitarian catastrophe” in Gaza and the failure to ensure accountability for the Israeli military’s “excessive use of force” were undermining public support even in nations…
PM expresses ‘displeasure’ over officials’ ceremonial buggy ride at August 14 parade
Premier observes that display of ‘pomp and show projected an image of privilege and personal aggrandisement’ ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has taken a “very serious view” of an incident at an official function in Islamabad on August 14, during which the chief commissioner and inspector general of Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) rode to the…
SPI stuck at 9.6%, poor suffer more
IMF projects 7.2% inflation this fiscal year, up from its earlier 6.3% estimate. PHOTO: PIXABAY KARACHI: Pakistan’s Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) for the week ended August 20, 2026 remained stuck at a year-on-year increase of 9.66%, with the burden falling even heavier on poorer households, as energy and essential food prices continued to reflect the…
Gold prices in Pakistan today- August 21, 2026
KARACHI: Gold prices rose in the global and local markets for the third consecutive day on Saturday, while silver prices remained stable. In the international bullion market, the price of gold per ounce increased by $57 to $4,604. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), in the local market, the price of…
PM orders inquiry into non-functional CT coronary angiography facility at PIMS
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Photo: File Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday took notice of the non-functional Computed Tomography Coronary Angiography (CTCA) facility at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) and constituted an inquiry committee to determine the facts and responsibility. The PM constituted a committee headed by the Establishment Division federal secretary,…
Rs3.4b NIETE project to build human capital
ISLAMABAD: Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal said on Friday that education remained the backbone of a nation’s development and prosperity, and that Pakistan’s path to progress fundamentally depends on quality education and the preparation of highly capable teachers. Every nation must equip its young generation with quality knowledge while developing their productive capacity, creativity and problem-solving…
Gambhir impressed by rise in young players
Gautam Gambhir said it was up to the Indian cricket board to decide his fate as coach after overseeing a 2-0 Test series defeat to South Africa on Wednesday. Photo: AFP COLOMBO: India coach Gautam Gambhir said he was pleased with the rise in younger players ahead of the second Test against Sri Lanka on…
Mustafa Kamal calls for creation of new administrative units, says existing system paralysed
Sharjeel Memon says PPP has already stated clear policy, no route other than constitutional procedure acceptable Health Minister Mustafa Kamal addressing the Pakistan-China Business-to-Business (B2B) Conference on Pharmaceutical, Healthcare and Biotechnology Sector in Islamabad on July 18, 2026. Photo: APP KARACHI: Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal on Saturday called for the creation of new administrative…
Chinese fund eyes energy, infrastructure
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb speaks during a Reuters interview in Islamabad, Pakistan, June 15, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb on Friday held a meeting with a delegation of the Silk Road Fund (SRF), a major Chinese investment fund, led by its Chairperson Zhu Jun, to discuss investment opportunities and avenues…
