Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), to discuss Pakistan’s ongoing IMF programme and the macroeconomic stability achieved through the government’s comprehensive reform agenda.The meeting took place on the sidelines of the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2025 in Dubai.

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have agreed to strengthen digital investment and technology partnerships, facilitating Pakistani startups and SMEs in the Saudi market. The understanding was reached during a meeting between Pakistan’s IT Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja and Saudi Deputy Investment Minister Ibrahim Almubarak at LEAP 2025 in Riyadh. Both sides discussed B2B collaborations in AI, cloud computing, and fintech, as …

The ICC Champions Trophy has seen some of the finest batsmen shine. From Chris Gayle’s explosive power to Shikhar Dhawan’s consistent brilliance, here’s a look at the top five highest run-scorers in its history. These players have left an unforgettable impact on the tournament’s legacy. The ICC Champions Trophy, one of the most prestigious tournaments in international cricket, has been …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held discussions on Tuesday to explore ways of enhancing bilateral ties and fostering mutual interests. The meeting, held at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, was attended by Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir. The leaders focused on deepening cooperation …

Dr. Zeelaf Munir, Managing Director & CEO of English Biscuit Manufacturers, has been elected as the new chairperson of the Pakistan Business Council (PBC) for an 18-month tenure, succeeding Shabbir Diwan, CEO of Gatron (Industries) Limited. She previously served as PBC’s vice chairperson. Following her election, Dr. Zeelaf expressed her commitment to leading PBC at a critical economic time, emphasizing …

New Zealand star batter Kane Williamson etched his name in the record books as he left India’s Virat Kohli behind to become the second-fastest men’s cricketer to reach 7,000 ODI runs. Williamson’s record-breaking moment came during the tri-nation series clash against South Africa at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore yesterday, where he delivered a match-winning masterclass, scoring an unbeaten 133. His …

Pakistan’s national selection committee is considering young left-arm pacer Akif Javed as a possible replacement for fast bowler Haris Rauf, who has been ruled out of the ongoing tri-nation ODI series due to injury, sources have confirmed. One-Day International ticketsRauf was forced to leave the field during the 36th over of Pakistan’s opening match against New Zealand in the tri-nation …

Pakistan has slipped two places in the latest Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) released by Transparency International, ranking 135th out of 180 countries in 2024, down from 133rd the previous year.According to the Berlin-based watchdog’s report, Pakistan’s score also declined from 29 in 2023 to 27 in 2024, indicating a worsening perception of corruption in the country’s public sector.

Today marks a historic day for Pakistan as the National Stadium Karachi, one of the most iconic venues in the country, is officially set to be inaugurated. With a revamped infrastructure and enhanced facilities, the stadium is ready to make its mark on the international sports scene. To celebrate this momentous occasion, the public is invited to join the festivities …

President Donald Trump on Monday called for Israel to cancel its ceasefire deal with Hamas and threatened that “all hell is going to break out” if hostages held in Gaza are not released by noon on Saturday.His remarks, made to reporters in the Oval Office, come amid growing concerns over his administration’s controversial plan for Gaza, which includes the forced …