Smoking Kills 164,000 Pakistanis Annually, Costs Economy $6.6bn: WHO
The report also raised serious concern about rising tobacco use among children and young people in Pakistan
May 26, 2026
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Pakistan Rejects Unilateral Indus Waters Treaty Suspension, Ishaq Dar Tells UN
Reaffirming Pakistan’s long-standing positions, Dar said unresolved disputes continue to pose serious risks to international peace
May 26, 2026
Pakistan Passport Fee Digital Payment System Goes Fully Digital for Faster Citizen Services
It reflects growing reliance on fintech infrastructure to support essential public services, particularly in high-volume departments like passport issuance
May 21, 2026
Pakistan Tuberculosis Crisis: Over 93,000 Children Affected Annually, WHO Reports
Officials stressed the need for expanded tuberculosis control programs targeting children, especially in densely populated and low-income areas where infection risks are higher
May 21, 2026
UNESCO Hails Completion of Lahore Fort Picture Wall Conservation as Landmark Heritage Project
Restoration teams focused on preservation rather than redesign, carefully stabilizing original materials and retaining authenticity
May 21, 2026
Over One Million Afghan Nationals Repatriated via Chaman Border: Officials
Government sources confirmed that the crackdown against illegally residing Afghan nationals is not limited to border areas alone
May 21, 2026
Abbasid-Era Gold Jewellery Discovered in Saudi Arabia’s Qassim Region
The artefacts form a complete decorative set crafted in intricate floral designs, with precious gemstones embedded within finely shaped gold frames
May 21, 2026
Pakistan Debt Breaches Legal Limit as IMF Warns of Rising Repayment Risks
The IMF also warned that remittance inflows, a key support for Pakistan’s balance of payments, could face downside risks if instability in the Middle East intensifies
May 19, 2026