The Government of Pakistan has launched an interest-free laptop financing scheme under the Prime Minister’s Youth Business and Agriculture Loan Scheme (PMYB&ALS) to help young people access modern technology. The initiative aims to support students, freelancers and young entrepreneurs by making laptops more affordable. Officials say the program will help youth participate in digital education, online work and technology-based businesses. Key Features of the Scheme Interest-Free FinancingThe loan provided under the scheme is completely interest-free. Beneficiaries will not have to pay any markup on the amount used to purchase laptops. Financing Limits Up to Rs150,000 for entry-level laptops Up to…
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The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has released its three-month seasonal weather outlook, predicting above-normal rainfall in several parts of the country from March to May. According to the department, central and western regions of Pakistan are likely to receive higher-than-usual rainfall during the spring season. Southern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, central Punjab, and northern Balochistan are among the areas where more rain than normal is expected. The report states that the increase in rainfall is mainly due to stronger western weather systems affecting the region during the spring months. However, the situation may differ in Sindh, where rainfall is expected to remain…
Pakistani drama actress Yashma Gill has revealed that her father stopped speaking to her for nearly a year after she decided to join the showbiz industry. The actor shared that her father was strongly against her career choice because of the general perception surrounding the entertainment industry. Yashma Gill began her career after returning to Pakistan from Australia, where she had completed her education. She said she had always been interested in the world of acting, which is why she chose showbiz as her professional path. Over the years, she has built a strong position in Pakistan’s drama industry. Recently,…
Iran has warned that Israel’s Dimona nuclear facility could become a direct target if the United States or Israel attempts regime change in the Islamic Republic. According to an international news agency, citing a semi-official Iranian news outlet, a senior Iranian military official said Tehran would respond strongly to any external intervention or attempt to overthrow its government. The official stated that in such a scenario, the Dimona nuclear reactor in Israel would be among Iran’s primary targets. He further claimed that Tehran possesses the capability to strike such strategic sites if necessary. Moreover, the official warned that if war…
Pakistan’s Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has announced the discovery of a major oil and gas reserve in the Kohat district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, calling it the largest hydrocarbon find of the year. According to a notice submitted to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), the company confirmed that the new reserves were discovered during exploration activities in the Kohat region. OGDCL said the discovery is considered the biggest oil and gas reserve found so far this year, highlighting its potential importance for Pakistan’s energy sector. The company added that further evaluation and testing will help determine the full…
Karachi: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a strong rebound on the second trading day of the week. The benchmark index surged past the 156,000-point mark after gaining more than 4,000 points in early trade. At one stage, the index climbed to 156,106 points, reflecting renewed investor confidence and heavy buying across key sectors. Sharp Recovery After Previous Loss The rally comes a day after the market suffered a steep decline. In the previous session, the index had plunged by more than 16,000 points and closed at 151,972. However, fresh buying interest helped the market recover sharply at the opening…
Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has said Pakistan supports Iran but has urged Tehran to keep in mind Islamabad’s defence agreement with Saudi Arabia. Speaking in the Senate, Dar said Pakistan does not support any confrontation. “Pakistan stands with Iran wholeheartedly,” he stated. However, he added that Pakistan has already signed a defence pact with Saudi Arabia and conveyed to Iran that this agreement must be respected. He noted that the reaction against Saudi Arabia and Oman had been comparatively limited. Dar also thanked the Iranian leadership for understanding Pakistan’s position. Pakistan Backed Iran at All Forums Dar said…
Lahore: Major changes are expected in Pakistan’s squad for the upcoming three-match One Day International (ODI) series against Bangladesh. The selection committee is considering resting several senior players as part of a long-term strategy. According to media reports, the decision is being taken with an eye on future ICC tournaments. Team management wants to build a stronger pool ahead of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup and later the T20 World Cup 2028. Sources say selectors are in favour of testing new talent. They aim to prepare a balanced squad for the future instead of relying only on experienced names.…
Jerusalem / Tehran / Beirut: Iran launched a large-scale missile offensive late at night, targeting six United States military bases across the Middle East along with several Israeli cities. Meanwhile, a fire broke out at the US Embassy in Riyadh after two drones struck the diplomatic compound. According to international media reports, Iranian forces targeted American bases in Bahrain, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates, and Kuwait. In addition, missiles were fired towards multiple Israeli cities. Iranian media claimed that the office of the Israeli Prime Minister and the headquarters of the Israeli Air Force were also targeted using “Khyber” missiles.…
Pakistani actress and morning show host Nida Yasir has responded to criticism after inviting senior actors Faryal Gohar and Jamal Shah to her show together despite their divorce decades ago. The former couple, who parted ways in 1992 after 34 years of marriage, recently appeared on Nida’s morning programme. During the show, they spoke about their separation and shared memories from their time together. However, some moments appeared slightly uncomfortable as the two sat face-to-face. Soon after the episode aired, social media users criticised Nida Yasir for inviting the ex-spouses together. Many questioned her choice of guests and accused her…
