Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan LNG Limited (PLL) has awarded the lowest evaluated bid for the supply of a spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo to BP Singapore after completing the financial evaluation of bids received under its latest international tender. According to the evaluation report issued by PLL, the tender …
Read More »Pakistan’s quiet solar revolution reshapes energy consumption
Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Quiet Solar Revolution accelerates as households and businesses adopt solar energy rapidly. Millions install panels amid rising electricity tariffs, frequent outages, and economic pressure nationwide. The shift reduces reliance on the national grid while creating a decentralized power system across urban and rural areas. Pakistan is …
Read More »IMF approves $1.2bn for Pakistan
Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board on Friday approved the latest review of Pakistan’s economic reform programme, paving the way for the release of $1.2 billion in financing under the ongoing bailout arrangement and signaling continued international support for the country’s stabilisation efforts. The approved disbursement …
Read More »Pakistan heatwave to persist, rain in north
–PMD forecasts hot, dry spell with isolated storms this week Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast a prolonged spell of hot and dry weather across most parts of Pakistan over the next six days, with only isolated rain and thunderstorms expected in northern and some central regions. The …
Read More »Iran skips Islamabad US talks amid tensions
–Iran refuses second round of US talks in Islamabad citing pressure and ceasefire breaches, raising fresh concerns over regional stability and Pakistan’s mediation efforts BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: Iran declined to attend a planned second round of talks with the United States in Islamabad, citing what it called excessive demands and …
Read More »Hajj operation 2026 to start today
–Pakistan begins Hajj flight operations, aiming to transport over 119,000 pilgrims to Saudi Arabia under the official scheme Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is set to launch Hajj operation 2026 from today under the government scheme, with the first batch of pilgrims departing from major cities, officials said. Initial flights carrying …
Read More »Islamabad tightens security, shuts transport
–Islamabad and Rawalpindi authorities have tightened security and suspended transport services ahead of a possible second round of Iran-US ceasefire talks BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: Authorities in Islamabad have decided to enforce heightened security measures in preparation for a second round of negotiations between Iran and the United States over a …
Read More »Ishaq Dar to visit China despite injury
–Pakistan’s deputy premier will hold talks in Beijing amid regional tensions and strong bilateral ties Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar will visit China on Tuesday for high-level talks, underscoring Islamabad’s commitment to its strategic partnership with Beijing. The visit follows an invitation from …
Read More »Forward Sports wins World Cup 2026 ball contract
–Sialkot firm to produce adidas TRIONDA for 104 matches BeNewz Report SIALKOT: Pakistan’s Forward Sports has secured the contract to manufacture the official match ball for the FIFA World Cup 2026, reaffirming Sialkot’s global dominance in high-quality football production. The company will produce the ball named TRIONDA, designed by Adidas, …
Read More »Pakistan hosts Quad talks on regional cooperation
–Foreign ministers of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt met in Islamabad to boost regional coordination on security, trade, and diplomacy Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Foreign ministers of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt on Sunday opened Quadrilateral Consultations in Islamabad, signalling renewed efforts to deepen coordination on regional security, economic …
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