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Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has highlighted a range of welfare and economic support programmes as her government continues to focus on poverty reduction and public relief, pointing to initiatives involving housing, education, skills development, agriculture and financial assistance for vulnerable communities. Her remarks, made in a special message on October 17, 2026, outlined the provincial administration’s stated approach to improving livelihoods across Punjab. The chief minister said the government was pursuing practical measures to support disadvantaged people through public welfare programmes and economic policies. The initiatives she referenced include Apni Chhat, Apna Ghar, the Parwaaz Card, laptop distribution…
President Donald Trump is facing mounting political challenges as the United States approaches its November 3 midterm elections, with voter concerns over living costs, his approval ratings and the conflict with Iran shaping a contest that could determine control of Congress. Republicans currently hold narrow majorities in both chambers. Democrats need a net gain of four seats in the House of Representatives and four in the Senate to take control, according to Reuters. A change in either chamber would reshape the legislative environment for the final two years of Trump’s term. Polling shows a difficult climate. A Reuters/Ipsos survey completed…
The price of 24-karat gold in Pakistan stood at Rs. 419,000 per tola on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, according to market rate updates attributed to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). The rate remained unchanged from the previous day, keeping gold prices in focus for jewellery buyers, investors and traders across the country. Gold Rates in Pakistan Today The latest available market figures showed the following gold prices by purity and weight: 24K gold: Rs. 419,000 per tola 24K gold: Rs. 359,230 per 10 grams 22K gold: Rs. 384,079 per tola 21K gold: Rs. 366,621 per tola…
Pakistan defeated England by one wicket in the fourth match of the ODI tri-series at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on Sunday, October 25, 2026, chasing a target of 242 in 47.1 overs after Shadab Khan’s unbeaten 113 and an extraordinary last-wicket partnership with Haris Rauf turned the match around. England were bowled out for 241 in 46.4 overs after being asked to bat first. Pakistan reached 243 for nine, completing a tense chase that appeared unlikely when the hosts slipped to 154 for nine in the 34th over. Shadab delivered the defining performance, scoring 113 from 96 balls with 13 fours…
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s government is pursuing a range of development and public welfare initiatives covering industrial growth, healthcare, education, housing, agriculture and transport. Recent provincial cabinet decisions have placed infrastructure investment, employment generation and access to essential services among the government’s stated priorities. The Punjab cabinet recently approved key elements of an industrial development and export promotion programme projected to attract Rs1.995 trillion in investment and create more than 162,000 jobs, according to reporting by The Express Tribune and Pakistan Today. The proposals form part of a broader effort to strengthen economic activity and improve public services…
Military confrontations involving the United States, Iran and regional armed groups are increasing security concerns across the Middle East, with renewed diplomatic efforts competing against the risk of further escalation. As of October 26, 2026, regional governments are facing pressure to protect civilians, safeguard energy infrastructure and prevent the conflict from spreading further. The current crisis follows months of military exchanges, diplomatic disputes and disruptions affecting important regional shipping routes. According to reporting by Reuters and The Associated Press, tensions have also intensified around Yemen, Saudi Arabia and the strategic Strait of Hormuz, an important route for international energy supplies.…
Pakistan’s liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) market is facing a supply crisis as disruptions to imports from Iran push retail prices sharply higher, adding pressure on households and businesses ahead of winter. On October 26, 2026, reports from Lahore indicated that LPG was selling for as much as Rs570 per kilogram, well above the official October rate of Rs279.34 per kilogram set by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA). The widening gap between regulated prices and reported market rates has brought gas availability, price enforcement and the government’s response into focus. Consumers who depend on LPG for cooking are particularly…
US-Iran tensions remain a major concern for the Middle East as diplomatic efforts seek to prevent renewed fighting and address disputes over Iran’s nuclear programme, economic sanctions and regional security. On October 26, 2026, senior officials from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey travelled to Tehran for discussions aimed at reducing tensions and supporting diplomatic engagement between Washington and Tehran. Reuters The latest diplomatic initiative comes amid continued uncertainty over the future of relations between the United States and Iran. Previous efforts to establish a lasting settlement have struggled to resolve disagreements over nuclear monitoring, sanctions relief and security arrangements in…
Gold Price Today in Pakistan — October 26, 2026: The price of 24-karat gold is reported at approximately Rs418,000 per tola in Pakistan’s local bullion market on Monday, October 26, 2026. The latest available market reports show the benchmark rate remaining broadly stable, although prices may vary by city, jeweller and market conditions. Gold Rates in Pakistan Today According to gold-rate reports citing the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), the indicative prices for different gold purities on October 26 are as follows. Market reference Gold Purity Price Per Tola Price Per 10 Grams 24K Gold Rs418,000 Rs358,370…
President Donald Trump’s latest foreign policy decisions are drawing renewed attention to Washington’s relationships with major powers, its approach to ongoing conflicts and the economic consequences of international tensions. As the United States prepares for its November 3 midterm elections, decisions involving Iran, Russia and Ukraine are becoming important issues in both domestic politics and global diplomacy. Russia-Ukraine Policy Faces New Scrutiny Trump’s approach to Russia’s war against Ukraine has become a significant source of debate in Washington. Recent reporting by Reuters indicates that his administration has moved to ease certain restrictions on Russian diesel exports while pressing Ukraine to…