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Millions stone the devil as haj enters final stage in Saudi Arabia

Pakistan, June 6 -- Mina, Saudi Arabia - Over 1.6 million Muslim pilgrims took part in the symbolic "stoning of the devil" ritual on Friday, as the annual Haj pilgrimage neared its end. This important... Read More


Starlink's high-speed internet faces delays in Pakistan over cost and security issues

Pakistan, June 6 -- Starlink, the, is facing major delays in launching in Pakistan due to pricing concerns, security issues, and pending regulatory approvals. The service, which uses Low Earth Orbit (... Read More


Pakistan's crypto revolution: Draft law brings digital assets closer to reality

Pakistan, June 6 -- ISLAMABAD - Pakistan is on the verge of regulating cryptocurrencies and digital assets, as the government reviews a comprehensive draft law aimed at setting the legal and operation... Read More


Geo films' horror-thriller Deemak hits cinemas on Eid ul Adha

Pakistan, June 6 -- KARACHI - Geo Films is all set to release its latest horror-thriller Deemak in cinemas across Pakistan on Saturday, marking its grand debut on Eid ul Adha. The film combines suspen... Read More


Importers struggle with dollar shortage as exchange rates cross official limits

Pakistan, June 6 -- Despite improved dollar inflows this year, importers in Pakistan are struggling to access foreign currency, leading to rising import costs and unofficial price hikes beyond officia... Read More


Commerce ministry distances itself from smuggling role, calls for joint national effort

Pakistan, June 6 -- The Ministry of Commerce (MoC) has stated that it does not handle or maintain data related to smuggling and illegal trade in Pakistan. During a Senate sub-committee meeting, the mi... Read More


Nearly 45% of Pakistanis now live below poverty line: World bank

Pakistan, June 6 -- ISLAMABAD - Poverty in Pakistan has worsened significantly, with 44.7% of the population now living below the poverty line, according to a recent World Bank report. This marks a st... Read More


Govt targets 6% growth rate by 2029 under new 5-year plan: Ahsan Iqbal

Pakistan, June 6 -- ISLAMABAD - Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal announced on Thursday that the government aims to raise Pakistan's economic growth rate to 6% by 2029 under a new five-year de... Read More


Bilawal Bhutto warns: India triggering first water-based nuclear conflict

Pakistan, June 6 -- Washington, D.C. - June 5, 2025: PPP Chairman and head of Pakistan's diplomatic delegation, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, has warned that India's actions on the Indus Waters Treaty coul... Read More


Eidul Azha celebrated with great devotion across Saudi Arabia and Gulf countries

Pakistan, June 6 -- Eidul Azha is being celebrated today (Friday) with deep religious spirit and enthusiasm across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and other Gulf countries. Large gatherings for Eid prayers wer... Read More