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PM Imran launches Pakistan's first instant digital payment system to boost formal economy Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday launched the country's first instant digital payment system called "Raast", which he said would boost the country's formal economy. Addressing the launch ceremony in...

'That really affected our chances in NZ' - Misbah rues dropped catches There could be changes within the team and the coaching staff as Pakistan prepare for the home series against SA Misbah-ul-Haq, the Pakistan coach, was left to rue an age-old Pakistan shortcoming after a third successive...

Pakistan-US hold consultations over strategic defence dialogue: ISPR US reaffirms commitment to long-term, mutually beneficial security partnership with Pakistan RAWALPINDI: A US delegation visited the General Headquarters (GHQ) on Thursday to hold formal consultations on Pakistan-US Strategic...

Pakistan to vaccinate its population against coronavirus for free: Fawad Chaudhry A test tube labelled with the Vaccine is seen in front of an AstraZeneca logo in this illustration. — Reuters/File Govt to inoculate people for free, says science minister Fawad Chaudhry Govt to import 1.1...

Pakistan removes all visa restrictions for Bangladeshis Pakistani envoy says they hope Dhaka will reciprocate friendly gesture Pakistan's envoy to Bangladesh confirmed Thursday that Islamabad has lifted all restrictions on visas for Bangladeshi citizens. “Pakistan has already removed all...

Omar Khalid is Pakistan sports’ ‘find of the year’, says Wasim Akram KARACHI: Pakistan cricket legend Wasim Akram on Thursday praised young golf sensation Omar Khalid over the 16-year-old’s history-making triumph at the recently-concluded 60th National Amateur Golf Championship of Pakistan...

Pakistan and Bahrain reaffirm defence and security collaboration Pakistan Army Chief conferred Bahrain Order for contribution in bolstering defence ties Islamabad: Pakistan and Bahrain pledged to further strengthen bilateral ties, particularly defence and security collaboration, during the...

Pakistan conducts successful test flight of Fatah-1: ISPR Says new weapon system will give Pak Army capability of precision target engagement into enemy territory'' SLAMABAD: Pakistan successfully conducted a test flight of indigenously developed Fatah-1, Guided Multi Launch Rocket System, on...

Pak vs NZ: Aleem Dar lashes out at Pakistan over poor fielding LAHORE: Even international umpire Aleem Dar was disappointed by the poor fielding by Pakistan against New Zealand in the ongoing second Test. Speaking to reporters in Lahore on Monday, the umpire said that catches help win matches...

Jamieson 10-for helps New Zealand inch closer to No. 1 ranking Pakistan collapse in a heap against unrelenting pace and hostility Pakistan collapsed yet again to Kyle Jamieson, giving him a maiden ten-for in Tests, as New Zealand inched closer to completing a series whitewash and become the No...

Pakistan court outlaws 'virginity tests' Human rights campaigners have welcomed a decision by a Pakistani court outlawing so-called "virginity tests" in rape examinations. The ruling, which applies in Punjab province, will end the practice of physical checks for an intact hymen and the invasive...

Pakistan to get Sinopharm vaccine in March ISLAMABAD: Pakistan had booked about 1.2 million doses of coronavirus vaccine from Chinese manufacturer Sinopharm, which will be available in country by March, a health official said on Tuesday, as Covid claimed the life of another doctor in Khyber...

Punjab all out to exploit tourism industry’s multi-billion dollar potential The unmatched natural-scenic beauty of Pakistan and Kashmir regions has a great attraction for both domestic and international tourists, famous all around the world for its sky touching mountains, green valleys, mighty...

Rainfall, snowfall expected in GB, KP, upper Punjab LAHORE: Partly cloudy weather, cold conditions with thick fog continued to prevail in Lahore here on Saturday while the Met office predicted similar weather conditions for the next 24 hours. The meteorological department officials said that...

Pakistan has all potential to increase revenue by promoting marble sector PESHAWAR-Blessed with a variety of rare and precious marble and mineral resources, Pakistan stands out as a unique country, which offers immense opportunities for domestic and international investors to earn maximum...

The number game: Which voting system will prevail in Senate polls 2021? PTI govt wants show of hands against cries of horse trading LAHORE: In a build-up to the Senate election in February 2021, the opposition is in a political fix as it finds the government’s insistence to change the electoral...

Pitfalls of consumption-led growth This recipe for growth may not be effective for economies like Pakistan’s ISLAMABAD: As 2020 fades out, the pandemic-hit global economy continues to be in a tailspin. The outgoing year will go down as one of the worst in terms of economic growth over the past...

Pak vs NZ: Green shirts six down chasing New Zealand’s first innings score of 431 MOUNT MAUNGANUI: Despite a broken toe, New Zealand pacer Neil Wagner was a nightmare for Pakistani batsmen as the black caps continued to dominate the first Test on day three in Mount Maunganui on Monday. When an...

MOUNT MAUNGANUI: New Zealand were banking on a deteriorating pitch to defend their Kane Williamson-anchored 431 after reducing Pakistan to 30 for one on day two of the first Test at Mount Maunganui on Sunday. Abid Ali was on 19 with night-watchman Mohammad Abbas yet to score as Pakistan reached...

Today’s outlook: Afghan delegation in Pakistan, Islamabad mayor election Notes from the newsroom A high-level delegation from Afghanistan will arrive in Pakistan today. Talks on a transit trade pact between the two countries start today. The election for the Islamabad mayor will be held...