Heavy Rains in Islamabad and Rawalpindi Cause Flood Alerts and Disruptions Since last night, heavy monsoon rains have lashed Islamabad and Rawalpindi, flooding streets and disrupting daily life. Islamabad has recorded 186mm…
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Ancient Links Between Pakistan and China: Evidence from Banbhore
The historical relationship between Pakistan and China is not just a modern diplomatic alliance—it dates back centuries. Archaeological discoveries at sites such as Banbhore (also spelled Bhambore), located near Karachi in Sindh,…
Reviving Rural Pakistan: The Case for Investment, Resilience — and Responsible Tourism
In a country where over two-thirds of the population — more than 150 million people — reside in rural areas, the persistent state of underdevelopment in these regions paints a grim picture…
Pakistan Issues New Cryptocurrency Regulation: Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority Ordinance 2025
In a major step toward regulating digital financial systems, the President of Pakistan has promulgated the “Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority Ordinance, 2025”, bringing the legal framework for cryptocurrencies and virtual assets into…
Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy’s SOC Films Seeks Stories for August 14
Frame It Forward is the newest campaign from Pakistan’s Oscar-winning filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, aimed at giving voice to untold and impactful grassroots stories. With an open application deadline until July 25, 2025,…
Historical Tazias and Muharram Procession Routes in Major Cities of Pakistan
By Blog.Travel-Culture.com Every year, the sacred month of Muharram brings cities across Pakistan to life with devotion, mourning, and remembrance. The 9th and 10th of Muharram, particularly Ashura (10th), mark the martyrdom…
PM Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan will be included in the list of the world’s top tourist destinations
A meeting was held under the chairmanship of the Prime Minister regarding the promotion of tourism in Pakistan, in which the Prime Minister was presented with suggestions for utilizing the potential of…
Shandur Polo Festival begins at Shandur Pass
The Shandoor Polo Festival organized by the Culture and Tourism Authority of the Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, got off to a grand start. Decorated on the world’s highest polo ground located at…
Iran Israel war and its effects on Pakistan and Tourism
With rising tensions in the Middle East, between Iran and Israel, regional countries like our Pakistan could experience both direct and indirect consequences. While Pakistan may not be directly involved in the…
Israeli strikes Iran Explosions in Tehran, other cities reported
Sounds of explosions have been heard in and near the Iranian capital, Tehran, amid reports in Israeli media that the Israeli regime is carrying out strikes against Iranian targets. The sounds were…
Sailent points of Budget FY 2026
Salient features for Budget 2025/2026 presented today The Finance Minister Aurangzeb deliverd the Budget speech today amids the worst noise and slogans. He elaborated on the salient features of the budget, including…
Pakistan India agree to Ceasefire All flights and airports open
After four days of fierce fighting by land and air, Pakistan and India have come to a complete and immediate ceasefire agreement. The announcement reportedly made by US president Donald Trump, who…