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Karachi Residents Struggle as Power Outages Continue in Extreme HeatPublished on: June 12, 2026 1:09 AM

Pakistan, June 12 -- Residents of Karachi are facing prolonged electricity outages despite an intense heatwave gripping the city. Many citizens have reported that the Karachi Power Outage Crisis has w... Read More


First China-Built Hangor-Class Submarine Arrives in KarachiPublished on: June 12, 2026 1:06 AM

Pakistan, June 12 -- Pakistan's first China-built Hangor-class submarine, PNS/M Hangor, has arrived in Karachi, marking a significant milestone for the country's naval modernization efforts. The arriv... Read More


Agriculture grows 2.89% despite floodsPublished on: June 11, 2026 11:25 PM

Pakistan, June 11 -- Pakistan's agriculture sector grew by 2.89% in fiscal year 2025-26 despite severe flood damage. The recovery matters because agriculture supports food security and rural incomes n... Read More


Iran declares April ceasefire meaninglessPublished on: June 11, 2026 11:25 PM

Pakistan, June 11 -- Iran has said that recent US attacks have rendered the April 8 ceasefire meaningless. The statement matters because it signals a further breakdown in already fragile US-Iran relat... Read More


India demands halt to US ship strikesPublished on: June 11, 2026 11:25 PM

Pakistan, June 11 -- India has demanded an immediate end to US military strikes on ships after three Indian sailors were killed in a tanker attack off Oman. The demand matters because it escalates dip... Read More


ODI World Cup 2027 dates announcedPublished on: June 11, 2026 11:25 PM

Pakistan, June 11 -- The International Cricket Council has confirmed the schedule for the Men's ODI World Cup 2027. The tournament will run from October 4 to November 21. The announcement matters beca... Read More


PM Shehbaz approves Pakistan Railways reform roadmapPublished on: June 11, 2026 11:24 PM

Pakistan, June 11 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved a strategic roadmap for comprehensive reforms in Pakistan Railways. The decision matters because it aims to modernise transport infrastr... Read More


Polish president to seek US base dealPublished on: June 11, 2026 11:24 PM

Pakistan, June 11 -- Polish President Karol Nawrocki will discuss the possibility of permanent US military bases in Poland during a visit to Washington. The talks matter because they could reshape NAT... Read More


PM Shehbaz orders fast-track Apna Ghar loansPublished on: June 11, 2026 10:58 PM

Pakistan, June 11 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities and banks to speed up processing of applications under the Apna Ghar Scheme. The move matters because it affects affordable ... Read More


Bangladesh unveils $77bn budget, aims 6.5% growthPublished on: June 11, 2026 10:35 PM

Pakistan, June 11 -- Bangladesh has unveiled a 9.38 trillion taka, or $77 billion, national budget targeting 6.5% economic growth. The announcement matters because it outlines the country's economic d... Read More