Islamabad, November 7 Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed heartfelt gratitude to overseas Pakistanis after the country received $3.4 billion in remittances during October 2025, showing an impressive 11.9 percent increase compared to the previous month. The Prime Minister said the continuous growth in remittances reflects overseas Pakistanis’ confidence in the government’s economic and fiscal policies. He noted that their contributions are playing a vital role in strengthening Pakistan’s economy and supporting foreign exchange reserves. “Our brothers and sisters abroad are a valuable national asset,” the premier remarked, appreciating their dedication and patriotism. “They serve the country with the hard-earned…
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Karachi — GUGO Expands EV Lineup with Aion UT4 and UT5 SUVs GUGO Motors has officially launched two new electric SUVs — the Aion UT4 and Aion UT5 — in Pakistan, strengthening its presence in the country’s rapidly growing EV market. The company revealed both pricing and booking details, with orders now open nationwide. The Aion UT4 is priced at Rs. 6,990,000, with bookings starting from Rs. 990,000, while the premium Aion UT5 carries a price tag of Rs. 8,499,000, with a booking amount of Rs. 1,990,000. For more on Pakistan’s automobile updates, visit Pashto Times Tech. Luxury, Space, and…
Rio de Janeiro — Prince William Expresses Hope for Future Generations During his visit to Brazil ahead of the COP30 climate summit, Prince William said he tells his children that their future “will be as bright as those before them,” thanks to global efforts to repair the planet. Speaking in an exclusive interview with CNN’s Christiane Amanpour, the Prince of Wales emphasized that the younger generation needs to see real climate “solutions” to maintain hope amid rising environmental anxiety. “Climate anxiety is a real thing,” he said. “I hear it everywhere I go. Young people often ask, ‘What kind of…
Karachi — Dengue Outbreak Intensifies Across Sindh Sindh’s health authorities have reported over 4,000 new dengue cases in just the first five days of November, as the mosquito-borne virus continues to spread rapidly across the province. One death was recorded in Hyderabad within the last 24 hours, bringing the official death toll to 21 in just over a month. According to data released by the Sindh Health Department, the total number of confirmed dengue cases this year has reached 9,638. For more updates on public health and science, visit Pashto Times Tech or Pashto Times World. Hyderabad and Karachi Worst…
Lahore — Mahnoor Omer Fights for Menstrual Dignity in Pakistan A 25-year-old lawyer from Rawalpindi, Mahnoor Omer, has taken a bold step by filing a constitutional petition against Pakistan’s so-called “period tax” — a move that has made her a rising voice for women’s rights and menstrual equity in the country. Her case, Mahnoor Omer v. Federation of Pakistan, was recently heard at the Lahore High Court (LHC). It challenges the classification of sanitary pads as luxury items, which currently carry high taxes and import duties that make them unaffordable for most women. For more updates on global rights and…
Islamabad — LHC Order Ignored as Sheikh Rashid Denied Travel Awami Muslim League (AML) chief Sheikh Rashid Ahmed said he was barred from traveling to Saudi Arabia for Umrah on Wednesday, despite a Lahore High Court (LHC) order allowing him to go abroad. The senior politician shared a video message on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), claiming that authorities at Islamabad Airport stopped him from boarding his flight despite written court permission. For more political updates, visit Pashto Times Politics. Court Had Cleared Rashid for Travel According to court documents dated October 30, the LHC’s Rawalpindi bench, under Justice…
Islamabad — Textile Exports Decline as Industry Nears Breaking Point Pakistan’s textile industry, long regarded as the backbone of the national economy, is now teetering on the edge of collapse. Years of mismanagement, policy inconsistency, and energy crises have pushed the sector — which contributes nearly 60% of the country’s total exports — toward severe decline. According to a recent report by the Pakistan Textile Council (PTC), textile exports fell by 3.83% year-on-year in the first quarter of FY2026, dropping to $7.61 billion from $7.91 billion during the same period last year. For more on Pakistan’s economy and industrial news,…
Lahore — Saba Qamar Responds to Allegations with Legal Action Renowned Pakistani actress Saba Qamar has announced that she is taking legal action against journalist Naeem Hanif, who made allegations about her personal life on social media following her recent comments about Karachi. The controversy began after Qamar appeared on a podcast where she was asked whether she would ever consider moving to Karachi permanently. Her response — “Astaghfirullah, never!” — quickly went viral and sparked debate across social media platforms. She joked that she might only relocate if someone bought her a house in Karachi, adding that she already…
Karachi — Gold Prices Fall Amid Global Market Weakness Gold prices in Pakistan fell sharply on Tuesday, mirroring the decline in international bullion rates. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), the price of 24-karat gold per tola dropped by Rs3,500, closing at Rs420,362. Similarly, the 10-gram gold rate fell by Rs3,001, settling at Rs360,392. The dip follows a brief surge on Monday, when gold had gained Rs1,300 per tola to reach Rs423,862. For daily updates on Pakistan’s economy and market trends, visit Pashto Times Business. Global Gold Rates Also Decline The drop in domestic gold prices…
Faisalabad — Historic Return of International Cricket After a long wait of 17 years, international cricket is set to return to Faisalabad, as Pakistan and South Africa gear up for an exciting three-match ODI series at the iconic Iqbal Stadium. The first match will take place on Tuesday, 4 November, followed by the second and third ODIs on 6 and 8 November at the same venue. The toss will be held at 2:30 PM, with the first ball bowled at 3 PM local time. This marks a significant milestone for Faisalabad, which last hosted an international game on 11 April…