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Earthquake Hits Rawalpindi and Peshawar, No Damage Reported
On Tuesday, August 19, 2025, a 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck the cities of Rawalpindi and Peshawar, causing concern but resulting in…
New Zealand PM Joins Pakistan Independence Day Celebration in Auckland
On August 16, 2025, New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon joined a vibrant Pakistan Independence Day celebration in Auckland, where…
Pakistan Extends Hajj 2026 Application Deadline to August 18
On August 16, 2025, the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony announced a one-day extension for Hajj 2026 application…
Pakistan Signs Financial Advisory Agreement for ZTBL Privatisation
On August 15, 2025, the Privatisation Commission of Pakistan signed a Financial Advisory Services Agreement (FASA) with a consortium led…
Pakistan Weekly Inflation Rises 0.31%, Business Confidence Hits 4-Year High
On August 15, 2025, the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reported a weekly inflation increase of 0.31%, bringing the year-on-year…
China’s New K Visa Opens Opportunities for Pakistani STEM Talent in 2025
On August 15, 2025, China announced the introduction of the K visa, a new initiative aimed at attracting young foreign…
SBP Opens Banks for Hajj 2026 Applications on August 16, 2025
On August 15, 2025, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced that authorised branches of 14 designated banks will be…
Mahnoor Cheema Sets Four World Records with 24 A-Level Distinctions
On August 15, 2025, Mahnoor Cheema, an 18-year-old British-Pakistani student, made history by completing 24 A-Level subjects with top distinctions.…
Rawalpindi Metro Bus Suspended for Imam Hussain (AS) Chehlum Processions
On August 15, 2025, the Rawalpindi Metro Bus service between Saddar Station and Faizabad was suspended due to Chehlum processions…