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The 2026 matriculation examinations began in Balochistan on Tuesday, with authorities enforcing strict measures to prevent cheating during the exams. According to officials of the Balochistan Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, around 145,000 candidates are appearing in the examinations this year. The officials said that 68,462 students from Class IX and 75,817 students from Class X are taking part in the exams. For the smooth conduct of the examinations, a total of 434 examination centres have been set up across the province, with 1,263 staff members deployed for invigilation and administrative duties. Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti announced…

Moody’s Investors Service has upgraded Pakistan’s banking sector outlook from stable to positive, reflecting gradual economic recovery and stronger confidence in the financial system. The move highlights improving business conditions and supportive government reforms. According to Moody’s, the positive outlook reflects a gradually improving operating environment for Pakistan’s banking sector. The agency emphasized that government reforms have strengthened confidence and spurred economic activity, setting the stage for more stable financial performance over the next 12 to 18 months. While challenges remain, particularly regarding asset quality and profitability, Moody’s expects banks’ overall performance to remain steady. Moody’s noted that roughly half…

UAE cricket team opener Mohammad Zohaib has been sent home from the T20 World Cup during the team’s tour of India. Zohaib claimed that he was targeted and removed from the squad because of his Pakistani nationality. He alleged that the entire team management has ties to India and that he was excluded from the team for being Pakistani. The cricketer has called on the Emirates Cricket Board to investigate the matter. However, the Emirates Cricket Board stated that Mohammad Zohaib was sent back to Dubai from India due to violations of team discipline. The board added that further details…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that the Indus AI Week event will present Pakistan as a strong and reliable partner on the global stage and will significantly transform the country’s technological landscape. Addressing the event, the prime minister highlighted that during his tenure as chief minister, several major initiatives were launched in the fields of education, health, revenue collection, and youth development. He emphasized that special focus was placed on the IT sector in Punjab, including the distribution of laptops to talented students and the establishment of e-libraries. He noted that Pakistan is moving forward with collective determination and…

The Pakistan Reforms Report 2026 was launched in Islamabad on Monday highlighting sweeping institutional changes aimed at building a transparent, efficient, and digitally driven governance framework across the country. Addressing the launch ceremony, Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Reconciliation Dr. Musadik Malik said institutional reforms are being prioritised to establish a permanent system instead of short-term or ad hoc decisions. He said more than 660 reforms were implemented within a year, marking a significant shift in governance and policy execution across federal institutions. According to the report, around 35 per cent of the reforms are linked to digitisation,…

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has said that health and education are the provincial government’s top priorities, and substantial investments are being made in both sectors. She emphasized that Punjab seeks continued cooperation with the World Bank to ensure financial stability and develop sustainable, viable business models. The chief minister expressed these views during a meeting with World Bank President Ajay Banga, who called on her along with his delegation. During the meeting, both sides discussed enhancing collaboration in key sectors including health, education, the ‘Apni Chhat, Apna Ghar’ housing initiative, ‘Suthra Punjab’ and climate-related projects. The two leaders also…

Details of a crucial meeting between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), the International Cricket Council (ICC), and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have come to light. According to sources, a key point raised during the meeting was that if the Bangladesh Cricket Board is brought on board, the PCB would also agree. The PCB has reportedly urged the ICC to ensure that the Bangladesh Cricket Board receives its due share of ICC revenue. The PCB further demanded guarantees from the ICC that India will tour Bangladesh in September. Additionally, it was proposed that the hybrid model arrangement between the PCB…

A comment by renowned Pakistani actress Hania Aamir regarding her nikah has once again fueled speculation about her marriage, leaving fans curious and confused. Marriage rumours surrounding Hania Aamir resurfaced after her recent interaction with fans on social media, where a single comment triggered widespread discussion. Pakistan’s most-followed Instagram celebrity remains highly active online and is often seen engaging directly with her fans. However, her bold personality and candid responses frequently place her at the center of controversies as well. Despite this, the 28-year-old actress does not shy away from addressing sensitive topics and usually responds openly to questions -…

A Lahore district court on Monday indicted popular YouTuber Saad-ur-Rehman, aka Ducky Bhai, and his wife Aroob Jatoi over allegations of promoting online gambling applications. Both denied the charges during the hearing. The hearing took place in the court of Judicial Magistrate Naeem Wattoo, where Ducky Bhai, his wife, and other accused were present. The accused formally denied all allegations related to the promotion of online gambling platforms. The magistrate has scheduled the next phase of the case for February 23, when witnesses will appear before the court to provide testimony. Background The National Coordination Centre for Information Assurance (NCCIA)…

The Supreme Court of Pakistan on Monday rejected a request for an immediate meeting with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Founder Imran Khan while also taking significant steps in ongoing high-profile cases, including the Cipher case. The request by PTI founder’s lawyer Latif Khosa to meet his client was denied by the Supreme Court, which instead issued a notice to the government for a decision tomorrow. Chief Justice Yahya Afridi stressed that no order could be issued without notifying the other party. During the hearing, Afridi noted that the admissibility of the application must be addressed first and reminded that related cases…