Lahore: Wheat prices have surged sharply across Punjab, with rates increasing by up to Rs700 per maund over the past ten days, adding fresh pressure on household budgets amid rising food inflation. According to market sources, the price of wheat has climbed from Rs3,700 per maund to around Rs4,400, while in Rawalpindi, rates have surged further to Rs4,800 per maund. In Lahore, wheat is now being sold at Rs4,450 per maund, while residents in several parts of the city report an acute shortage of government-subsidised flour. Official 10kg and 20kg flour bags are largely unavailable, forcing consumers to turn to…
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Melbourne: Melbourne Renegades’ management has issued an apology to Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan after controversially calling him back during a Big Bash League (BBL) match, sources have confirmed. According to sources, the team’s captain Will Sutherland and the coaching staff personally apologized to Rizwan following the incident. Sutherland reportedly told the Pakistani cricketer that the match was at a very intense stage and admitted regret over his conduct. “I am ashamed of my behaviour. You are a great player and people love you,” the Renegades captain was quoted as saying. Sources said Rizwan had expressed strong displeasure to the management…
Karachi: Chairman of the Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan (ECAP), Malik Bostan, has said there are strong chances that the US dollar could fall below Rs250 against the Pakistani rupee, driven by rising defence exports and renewed confidence in the country’s economy. Speaking during a private TV programme, Malik Bostan said that around 15 countries have shown interest in purchasing JF-17 Thunder fighter jets, developed by the Pakistan Air Force in collaboration with China. He said potential export deals could bring in substantial foreign exchange, easing pressure on the rupee. The ECAP chairman said multiple factors are supporting the improving…
Washington: The United States has temporarily suspended immigrant visa processing for citizens of Pakistan and 74 other countries under a new immigration and national security framework introduced by President Donald Trump’s administration. According to the US State Department, the suspension came into effect on January 21, making nationals of the affected countries temporarily ineligible to apply for immigrant visas under specific US immigration programs. Officials say the move is part of a broader review of immigration procedures and security protocols. The list of affected countries includes Pakistan, Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, Russia, Brazil, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Egypt, Jordan, Nepal, Morocco, Somalia, Sudan,…
Situation deliberately kept unclear as part of US military strategy, foreign media claims The Middle East has once again been pushed to the brink of a major crisis, with growing indications that the United States may be preparing for a military strike against Iran, according to international media reports. A British news agency, quoting Western military sources, has claimed that multiple indicators suggest an attack on Iran could take place in the near future. The report states that all available intelligence points toward heightened military readiness in the region. Western defense officials have reportedly said that maintaining uncertainty is a…
DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Police successfully foiled a terrorist attack on a police checkpost in Dera Ismail Khan late at night, killing two Khawarij during a swift and effective response. According to a private TV channel, DPO Sahibzada Sajjad Ahmed said that Khawarij terrorists attacked the Kheti police checkpost during the night. Police personnel responded promptly and professionally, resulting in the elimination of two Khawarij on the spot. The DPO confirmed that one police official was injured in the exchange of fire and was immediately shifted to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. The injured officer is reported to be in…
ISLAMABAD (Jan 14, 2026): Pakistani passport holders can travel to a limited number of countries either visa-free or with visa-on-arrival, according to the Henley Passport Index 2026, which was released this week. The latest ranking shows that Pakistan’s passport has improved by five positions, but it still remains among the world’s weakest passports, ranked 98th globally. Pakistani citizens can now access 31 countries without a prior visa. According to the index, Singapore once again holds the world’s most powerful passport, allowing its citizens to travel visa-free to 192 countries. Japan and South Korea jointly secured the second position, with their…
LAKKI MARWAT: A main gas transmission pipeline was sabotaged using explosive material in Lakki Marwat on Wednesday, causing gas leakage and suspension of supply in the affected areas, officials said. According to police, unknown assailants targeted the pipeline near Kurram Bridge on the Indus Highway, within the jurisdiction of Dadiwala police station. The blast triggered a loud explosion, followed by gas leakage and flames, creating panic among residents of nearby localities. Soon after the incident, security forces and officials of the gas department reached the site and secured the area to prevent any further damage. Gas supply was suspended as…
KOHAT: At least seven people were killed and one injured after a mound of soil collapsed during illegal gold extraction in Kohat on Tuesday, rescue officials said. The incident occurred in the Kamar area of Kohat, near the banks of the Indus River, where locals were engaged in unauthorized gold mining when a heap of loose soil suddenly caved in, burying several people underneath. Rescue teams rushed to the site and launched an emergency operation. After nearly six hours of continuous efforts, rescuers recovered the bodies of seven victims, while one person was pulled out alive in injured condition. The…
LAHORE: Wedding invitation cards of Junaid Safdar, son of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, have gone viral on social media, sparking widespread interest and discussion. According to the viral invitation card and media reports, the wedding festivities will be held on January 16, 17, and 18, 2026, while the walima ceremony is expected on January 18. Junaid Safdar is set to marry Shanza, granddaughter of senior Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader and former Member of the National Assembly Sheikh Rohail Asghar. Reports suggest that the mehndi and walima ceremonies will take place at Jati Umra, Lahore. However, no official statement…
