Gold Price Drops by Rs4,200 Per Tola on Wednesday in Pakistan

Karachi: Gold prices in Pakistan fell sharply on Wednesday, offering some relief to buyers amid weeks of soaring rates. The price of one tola of gold dropped by Rs4,200, bringing the new rate to Rs352,700. Major Drop in Local Market According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association (APGJA), gold prices saw a significant …

Azerbaijan Condemns India’s Missile Strikes, Stands with Pakistan Amid Escalating Tensions

ISLAMABAD: Azerbaijan on Thursday expressed deep concern over the rising tensions between India and Pakistan. The country strongly condemned India’s recent missile strikes on Pakistani territory. In a statement, Azerbaijan’s Foreign Ministry said, “We condemn military attacks against the Islamic Republic of Pakistan that killed and injured several civilians.” The ministry also extended condolences to …

Meta Bans Popular Muslim News Page in India at Government’s Request

Meta has blocked access to a prominent Muslim news page on Instagram in India. The account, @Muslim, has over 6.7 million followers. The decision followed a request from the Indian government. Indian Instagram users trying to access the page now see a message: “Account not available in India. This is because we complied with a …

Pakistan Downs 12 Indian Drones in Swift Response; Civilian Martyred in Sindh

RAWALPINDI: The Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, confirmed on Thursday that India launched drone attacks across several cities in Pakistan. He said Pakistani forces responded swiftly. They successfully shot down 12 Indian drones. However, the attack left one person martyred and another injured in Sindh. “This was an unprovoked …

PIA Issues Travel Advisory Amid Indo-Pak Tensions; Flight Operations Disrupted

KARACHI: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has issued a travel advisory for passengers as flight operations remain disrupted due to rising tensions between Pakistan and India. The national carrier confirmed that ongoing security concerns have impacted air traffic at Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport. According to the PIA spokesperson, several air routes are currently under temporary restrictions. …

Pakistan Vows Measured Retaliation After Indian Missile Strikes

Tensions have sharply escalated in the Pakistan-India conflict after Indian missile strikes killed 31 people in Pakistan-administered areas, prompting Islamabad to authorize its military to carry out retaliatory actions. Strikes Spark Outrage in Islamabad In a strongly worded statement, Pakistan accused India of “igniting an inferno” across the region. The strikes, which occurred in the …

HBL PSL X Moves Forward Despite Tensions, Matches to Continue

The HBL PSL X will continue as planned despite regional tensions, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed on May 7. The tournament’s next fixture features Islamabad United facing off against Quetta Gladiators at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium later today. Final Group Match in Multan Following the Rawalpindi fixtures, the final group stage match will be …

Pakistan Authorizes Military Response After Indian Strikes

Pakistan has officially authorized its military to take retaliatory steps following a sharp military escalation with India. This decision came after Indian airstrikes reportedly hit six locations in Pakistan-administered territory, killing 26 civilians and injuring 46 others. Indian Strikes Spark Crisis On May 7, India announced it had carried out “precision strikes” at nine sites …

Gold Price Trends in Pakistan Today – May 7, 2025

Today’s gold rates in Pakistan reflect global market movements and domestic trading dynamics. As investors closely monitor international bullion trends, local markets respond with daily fluctuations. These rates are updated regularly by major Sarafa (gold) markets across cities like Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad. Current Gold Prices As of May 7, 2025, the price of 24-karat …

Pakistan Boosts Financial Security Amid Rising Regional Tensions

Amid rising tensions with India, Pakistan has strengthened its financial resilience by reinforcing contingency plans across key financial institutions. This swift action follows retaliatory military operations and a temporary stock market dip. Authorities are focused on safeguarding economic infrastructure and maintaining investor confidence. Swift Government Action An emergency meeting was held under Finance Minister Muhammad …

Rafale Maker’s Stock Tumbles as Pakistan Downs Indian Jets

Shares of Dassault Aviation, the French manufacturer of Rafale jets, plunged by 6% on Wednesday following the downing of five Indian aircraft by Pakistan amid rising tensions along the Line of Control (LoC). Pakistan Downs Multiple Indian Aircraft According to Pakistani defense officials, six Indian aerial assets were destroyed: three Rafale jets, one MiG-29, one …

Footage Shows Pakistan Army Forcing Indian Retreat at LoC

Newly released footage shows moments before and after the Pakistan Army launched a powerful counteraction at Sanghar Post. Security sources confirmed that the retaliation forced the Indian Army to retreat in several areas along the Line of Control (LoC). The footage highlights the intensity of the operation. It captures Indian aggression under the cover of …

Allama Iqbal Open University Postpones Exams Amid Conflict Tensions

Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) has postponed all scheduled exams for Wednesday due to rising security concerns amid regional conflict tensions. The university took the decision in light of the developing situation between Pakistan and India, where cross-border hostilities have intensified over the past 24 hours. AIOU spokesperson confirmed that the postponed exams will now …

Pakistan Retaliates After Indian Airstrikes Kill 26 Civilians; US Urges Restraint

In a significant escalation of tensions, Pakistan’s armed forces retaliated on Wednesday after Indian missile strikes killed at least 26 civilians and injured 46 others in various parts of Punjab and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK). The Pakistani military responded by shooting down five Indian Air Force (IAF) jets and a combat drone. Additionally, Pakistan …

Trump Reacts to Indian Strikes, Calls It ‘A Shame’ — Karachi on High Alert Amid Airstrike Threat

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed concern over India’s recent strikes on Pakistan. When asked about the development during a briefing at the White House, Trump called the situation “a shame.” “We just heard about it as we were walking into the Oval Office,” Trump told reporters. “I just hope it ends very quickly.” …

Pakistan Downs Indian Jet, Destroys Brigade HQ in Retaliatory Strikes

Tensions between nuclear-armed Pakistan and India escalated dramatically overnight as Pakistan shot down an Indian fighter jet, British media reported early Tuesday. The confrontation marks a major flare-up along the Line of Control (LoC). According to credible security sources, Pakistan’s retaliatory strikes struck critical Indian military infrastructure. One of the precision strikes reportedly wiped out …

Modi Vows to Stop Water Flowing to Pakistan, Tensions Soar Over River Dispute

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday declared that water once flowing from India into Pakistan will now be stopped and redirected for India’s use. His remarks followed New Delhi’s decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) — a decades-old water-sharing pact signed in 1960. “India’s water used to go outside. Now it will …

India Claims Nine Terror Sites Targeted in ‘Operation Sindoor’

NEW DELHI / ISLAMABAD – The Indian government announced early Wednesday that its military launched “Operation Sindoor”, striking what it claims were terrorist infrastructure sites inside Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. In a detailed official statement released at 1:45 AM, New Delhi said the strikes hit nine sites allegedly linked to groups involved in cross-border terrorism. …

CJP Afridi Pushes Judicial Reforms, Strengthens Global Ties

Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi has highlighted a growing wave of judicial cooperation as he detailed the judiciary’s reform agenda and technological shift following his recent visits to China and Turkey. In a candid session with Supreme Court beat reporters, he discussed his efforts to transform Pakistan’s judicial system, reduce case backlogs, and deepen …

India Launches Missile Attacks on Pakistan: ISPR Confirms Multiple Strikes

In a major escalation, India has launched multiple missile attacks on Pakistan. The strikes were confirmed by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) late Tuesday night. According to ISPR Director General Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, India fired missiles at three key locations: Bahawalpur, Muzaffarabad, and Kotli. The attacks were launched from within Indian airspace, he …

PM Shehbaz Reviews Pakistan’s Readiness Amid Tensions at ISI HQ

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) headquarters in Islamabad on Tuesday to review national security preparedness in light of escalating tensions with India. The visit comes amid growing concerns of a potential military confrontation after India accused Pakistan of links to the April 22 Pahalgam attack — a claim Islamabad strongly denies. …

Gold Prices Soar Across Pakistan and Saudi Arabia

Gold rates surged in Pakistan on Tuesday, reflecting a broader upward trend driven by global market uncertainty. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewelers Association, the price of 24-karat gold per tola jumped by Rs.6,100, reaching Rs.356,100 compared to Rs.350,000 on the previous trading day. Sharp Rise in Local Gold Prices Prices of …

Chenab Water Alert: Surge at Marala Sparks Cross-Border Tensions

The Chenab River water level has surged dramatically at Marala Headworks, raising concerns of potential flooding and fueling tensions with neighboring India. Officials reported a sharp increase in inflow to 25,382 cusecs on Tuesday, compared to just 3,177 cusecs the day before. Outflow remained lower at 15,982 cusecs, prompting local authorities to issue warnings to …

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