PQA accelerates transshipment operations

[ PQA has rolled out tariff incentives like zero wharfage charges on transshipment cargo ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has announced that the Port Qasim Authority (PQA) is boosting transshipment operations through the Qasim International Container Terminal (QICT) as it has successfully handled 3,485 20-foot equivalent units (TEUs) across two … Read more

Syria says repelled drone attack from Iraq on US base

Attack came a day after Syria’s army said it repelled another drone attack from Iraq aimed at al-Tanf A soldier from the US-led coalition stands guard during a joint US- Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) patrol in the countryside of Qamishli in northeastern Syria February 8, 2024. PHOTO: REUTERS Syria’s assistant defence minister said Sunday … Read more

NGC to roll out new grid model from July

[ Reforms target legacy NTDC inefficiencies, with full digital maturity planned by end-2026 ISLAMABAD: The National Grid Company of Pakistan Limited (NGC) will launch a new operating model for the country’s power transmission system from July 1, 2026, as part of a broader restructuring aimed at improving efficiency and reliability. According to a statement issued … Read more

Fuel price differential claims likely to hit Rs100 billion

[ Think tank warns quotas may worsen inflation, shortages and black market activity KARACHI: Proposed fuel rationing and subsidies are likely to exacerbate inflationary and macroeconomic pressures in the country, including Price Differential Claims (PDC), which are feared to hit Rs100 billion in just three weeks. This assessment comes against the backdrop of the government … Read more

Pakistan Idol faces legal challenge amid payment disputes and production uncertainty

Case registered as Suit No. 54 of 2026, names The Merchant Holdings (Private) Limited, among others, as defendants Music platform, ‘Pakistan Idol’, celebrates fresh talent, mentorship, and musical dreams. PHOTO: Express KARACHI: A legal case has been filed against the reality singing show Pakistan Idol, with proceedings now underway at the Intellectual Property Tribunal Karachi, … Read more

‘Leader’ premieres with Kinza Hashmi, Ali Raza winning early praise

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Drama debuts with strong performances, blending politics, love, and resilience in a gripping first episode New Pakistani Drama Leader, starring Kinza Hashmi and Ali Raza, premiered its first episode on March 28, 2026. The entertainment provider released the trailer for the series 3 weeks back, which received positive remarks from fans, praising Kinza and Raza’s on-screen … Read more

Govt allocates Rs125b to shield public from rising oil prices

[ PM instructs provincial govts to facilitate motorcycle, rickshaw owners in registering vehicles in their own names Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday chaired a review meeting to assess the implementation of ongoing fuel conservation and efficiency measures PHOTO: PMO The federal government on Sunday allocated Rs125 billion from various savings and development budgets to … Read more