Pakistan

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday reached Vienna to commence a two-day official tour of Austria. Web Desk February 16, 2026 Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Vienna today and was accorded a warm and formal reception by the Austrian government, highlighting the deepening ties between Pakistan and Austria as both countries mark 70 years of diplomatic relations. At the …

Space technology has become a critical pillar of national development in the 21st century. From agriculture and climate monitoring to digital connectivity and disaster management, satellites now play a vital role in shaping economic resilience and technological sovereignty. Pakistan, through consistent institutional efforts and strategic international cooperation, is steadily strengthening its presence in the global space arena. At the center …

The gunman accused of the deadly Bondi Beach shooting made his first appearance in court following the horrific attack in December 2025. On Monday, February 16, 2026, 24‑year‑old Naveed Akram appeared via video link from Goulburn Correctional Centre, a maximum‑security prison southwest of Sydney, where he is being held on remand. Akram is charged with 59 offences related to the …

TERA-Award 2026 Applications Open Now Applications for TERA-Award 2026 are now open. Innovators are invited to submit their entries via the official website at www.tera-award.com. HONG KONG, Feb. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TERA-Award 2026 launches with a US$1.15 million prize pool, expanding globally through strategic collaborations with the United Nations Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership …

Asian communities across the globe are preparing to celebrate Lunar New Year 2026 on Tuesday, February 17, marking the start of the Year of the Fire Horse, which will continue until February 5, 2027. The holiday, long celebrated across China and East Asia, is a time to bid farewell to the past year’s misfortunes and usher in good luck and …

KSE-100 Index fluctuated within a band of 7,413 points, and over the course of the week. Web Desk February 16, 2026 Karachi: A negative trend is being observed in the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) during trading. On the first day of the business week, the KSE-100 Index started on a downward trend. At one point, the KSE-100 Index fell by …

Pakistan has called on the international community to take concrete steps to hold Israel accountable. Web Desk February 16, 2026 Islamabad: Pakistan has strongly condemned Israel’s recent actions in the West Bank, describing them as illegal and a violation of international law. A spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated, “Pakistan strongly condemns Israel’s efforts to expand illegal settlements …

Today marks Presidents’ Day, a federal holiday in the United States celebrated annually on the third Monday of February. Officially known as Washington’s Birthday at the federal level, the holiday recognizes the contributions of all U.S. presidents, with particular attention to George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Originally established in 1879 to honor Washington, the nation’s first president, the holiday commemorates …

Karachi: The Meteorological Department has issued a forecast of light to moderate rain in Karachi starting this evening, accompanied by dusty winds. The rain is expected to continue intermittently until tomorrow. Currently, light fog is prevailing in Karachi due to high humidity levels, recorded at 86%, with gentle northeast winds blowing across the city. The rain is expected under the …

A second round of talks between the U.S. and Iran are slated for this week. Web Desk February 16, 2026 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday he told U.S. President Donald Trump last week that any U.S. deal with Iran must include the dismantling of Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, not just stopping the enrichment process. Speaking at the annual …