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The reform is part of a broader effort to strengthen digital governance in Pakistan
Dar said that ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz will not face transit or service fees for a 60-day trial period
Petitions seeking the release of Mahrang and two other activists were rejected by the Balochistan High Court in May 2025
Emirati authorities said the decision is designed to protect minors from online risks such as harmful content, cyberbullying, exploitation, and excessive digital exposure
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Lionel Messi Breaks World Cup Scoring Record as Argentina Defeat Austria and Qualify
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Pakistan Announces Squad for Asian Games 2026 Cricket, Sahibzada Farhan Named Captain
Several players, including Akif Javed, Ali Raza, Maaz Sadaqat, and Saad Masood, are yet to make their T20 International debuts and could earn their first international caps during the tournament
Pat Cummins May Skip IPL 2027 to Focus on World Cup, Tests
Cummins has previously captained Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL and has been a regular feature in franchise leagues
Pakistan to Tour West Indies for Two-Test Series in 2026 WTC
Sri Lanka’s tour will begin earlier in the season and will include both white-ball and Test cricket
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US Issues Temporary License Allowing Iranian Oil Sales Until August 21
US officials describe the license as part of an interim diplomatic framework tied to broader negotiations with Tehran
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External support from strategic partners played a central role in bolstering foreign exchange reserves
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Pakistan Opens Mandatory Hajj 2027 Registration Through Pak Hajj App
The government has not yet disclosed the final Hajj 2027 package prices, instalment plans, or booking timelines
Punjab to Digitally Monitor Marriage Halls and Restaurants to Curb Tax Evasion
Officials also said the Punjab Revenue Authority has expanded its operational presence from 10 districts to 26 districts
Punjab Introduces Tough New Rules for Private Housing Schemes With Digital Approvals and Buyer Protection
Once a housing project is completed, it will be handed over to a seven-member management committee made up of developers and residents
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The reform is part of a broader effort to strengthen digital governance in Pakistan
Dar said that ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz will not face transit or service fees for a 60-day trial period
Petitions seeking the release of Mahrang and two other activists were rejected by the Balochistan High Court in May 2025
Emirati authorities said the decision is designed to protect minors from online risks such as harmful content, cyberbullying, exploitation, and excessive digital exposure
Top Stories
Pakistan Opens Mandatory Hajj 2027 Registration Through Pak Hajj App
The government has not yet disclosed the final Hajj 2027 package prices, instalment plans, or booking timelines
Punjab to Digitally Monitor Marriage Halls and Restaurants to Curb Tax Evasion
Officials also said the Punjab Revenue Authority has expanded its operational presence from 10 districts to 26 districts
Punjab Introduces Tough New Rules for Private Housing Schemes With Digital Approvals and Buyer Protection
Once a housing project is completed, it will be handed over to a seven-member management committee made up of developers and residents
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Lionel Messi Breaks World Cup Scoring Record as Argentina Defeat Austria and Qualify
At 38 years old, Messi also achieved another rare milestone by scoring in six consecutive World Cup matches
Pakistan Announces Squad for Asian Games 2026 Cricket, Sahibzada Farhan Named Captain
Several players, including Akif Javed, Ali Raza, Maaz Sadaqat, and Saad Masood, are yet to make their T20 International debuts and could earn their first international caps during the tournament
Pat Cummins May Skip IPL 2027 to Focus on World Cup, Tests
Cummins has previously captained Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL and has been a regular feature in franchise leagues
Pakistan to Tour West Indies for Two-Test Series in 2026 WTC
Sri Lanka’s tour will begin earlier in the season and will include both white-ball and Test cricket
Business
US Issues Temporary License Allowing Iranian Oil Sales Until August 21
US officials describe the license as part of an interim diplomatic framework tied to broader negotiations with Tehran
Pakistan’s External Borrowing Rises by Over Five Billion Dollars Amid Fiscal Strain
External support from strategic partners played a central role in bolstering foreign exchange reserves
Bitcoin Heads for Worst Start to Year in a Decade as AI Stocks Steal Investor Focus
While bitcoin and US equities moved closely together for much of the past six years, that relationship has weakened sharply in recent weeks