Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: The Price Control Department stated that the recent rise in tomato prices stems from temporary supply interruptions linked to unfavorable weather conditions and transport delays. A department spokesperson said that heavy rains in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa had damaged tomato crops, creating a temporary shortage in the market. The spokesperson added that delays in tomato imports from Afghanistan and Iran further …

ISLAMABAD: A local court in Islamabad has issued non-bailable arrest warrants for former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur in a case pertaining to the recovery of liquor and weapons. The case was heard by Judicial Magistrate Mubashir Hassan at the Islamabad District and Sessions Court. Despite the case being called for hearing, Gandapur failed to appear before the …

LAHORE:Lahore is grappling with a rapidly worsening public health crisis as its air quality has catastrophically collapsed, confirming its status among the world’s most polluted cities. The average Air Quality Index (AQI) has surged to 266, pushing the city’s air far past safety thresholds and firmly into the “extremely hazardous” zone.   Monitoring data confirms the extreme danger across the …

The Pakistan Embassy in Beijing, in partnership with the China International Cultural Communication Center (CICCC), hosted the first-ever Pakistan-China Fashion Show at the Great Wall of China. Renowned Pakistani designers Maheen Khan, Moazzam Abbasi, Ayesha Tariq, Rizwaullah, and Zain Hashmi showcased collections blending Pakistani and Chinese styles. China-based Pakistani designer Aqeel Chaudhary also displayed his stunning jewelry line. The show …

Karachi Power Crisis: K-Electric cuts power supply of lines area over Rs4 Billion unpaid bills KARACHI: K-Electric has cut off electricity to Karachi’s Lines Area after unpaid dues from residents crossed Rs4 billion, the company’s spokesperson said on Monday. According to K-Electric, the power supply was disconnected due to widespread non-payment by defaulters. The company urged residents to clear their …

“Together against Hatred”: PM Shehbaz honors Hindu community on Diwali ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday said there is no room for hatred, chaos, or terrorism in Pakistan as he extended warm Diwali greetings to the Hindu community. Speaking at a Diwali celebration hosted at the Prime Minister’s House, Shehbaz Sharif praised the valuable contributions of all communities to …

Naqvi and Bilawal urge political unity for Pakistan’s stability Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Monday stressed the need for unity among political parties to address national challenges and ensure internal stability. During their meeting at Bilawal House in Karachi, both leaders discussed the country’s political situation, law and order, and matters of …

Pakistan and Afghanistan move toward border reopening within two days ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan-Afghanistan border is expected to reopen within the next 24 to 48 hours, sources told private media on Monday, following an agreement on a ceasefire between the two neighbouring countries. Pakistan had closed the Torkham and Chaman crossings on October 12 after the Afghan Taliban, along with affiliated …

Major reason behind soaring Tomato prices revealed KARACHI: Tomato prices have skyrocketed across the country, giving citizens another strong jolt of inflation. In many areas, tomatoes are now selling for more than the price of chicken per kilogram. In the open market, tomatoes are being sold between Rs400 and Rs650 per kg, while in the wholesale market, the price has …

TORONTO, Oct. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AACSB International (AACSB) and Academy of Management (AOM) in collaboration with eight leading organizations from the business academic and scholarly community today released the Global Research Impact Framework: Exposure Draft, a major step toward expanding the reach, relevance, and rigor of business school research worldwide. The Global Research Impact Task Force, comprising representatives from …