Beyond Today, Into Tomorrow
A private member bill, the Naswar Bill 2026, has been introduced in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly to regulate the naswar trade and introduce penalties for misuse and public spitting. According to Beyond Time News, the bill has been tabled by PML-N lawmaker Aamna Sardar to bring the smokeless tobacco sector under a formal legal framework….
Iran has said the United States is no longer in a position to dictate policies to other countries, amid ongoing tensions linked to regional conflict and stalled peace talks. According to Beyond Time News, the remarks come as diplomatic efforts continue over the future of the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy route. Strait…
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Tuesday said Pakistan’s economy is expected to grow by around 4% in the current fiscal year, pointing to steady improvement in key economic indicators. According to Beyond Time News, he shared the outlook while addressing the EU-Pakistan High Level Business Forum in Islamabad. Signs of Economic Stability Aurangzeb said the…
Political experts say Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) is seeing an increase in security operations, arrests, and reported harassment, along with concerns over cultural and administrative changes. According to Beyond Time News, analysts in Srinagar have expressed concern over the growing use of strict laws in the region. Increased Use of Security Laws…
Overseas Pakistanis Foundation (OPF) Chairman Syed Qamar Raza has clarified that Pakistan’s consular and visa services in the UK will continue under a dual system, easing concerns among overseas Pakistanis. According to Beyond Time News, the clarification follows confusion over a new agreement with Gerry’s Visa for consular facilitation services. Dual System to Continue Raza…
Gold prices in Pakistan declined sharply on Tuesday, tracking a fall in international bullion rates amid shifting global economic and geopolitical conditions. According to Beyond Time News, the downturn reflects changing investor sentiment as global tensions ease in certain regions. Gold Rates Fall in Local Market The All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association reported…
Pakistan Army has responded to unprovoked cross-border firing by Afghan Taliban and Fitna al-Khawarij along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, security sources said on Tuesday. According to Beyond Time News, retaliatory action was carried out in the Chaman sector under Operation Ghazab Lil Haq, which is currently ongoing. Border Positions Hit Security sources said Pakistani forces targeted…
Genocide Watch has reported a “severe crisis of credibility” in Indian media, alleging that news coverage in India has come under increasing political influence under the Modi government. According to Beyond Time News, the report raises concerns about declining editorial independence and growing alignment between sections of the media and ruling party narratives. Concerns Over…
Global oil prices edged higher on Tuesday while stock markets showed mixed movement, as investors reacted to reports that former US President Donald Trump is reviewing an Iranian proposal linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict and the strategic Strait of Hormuz. According to Beyond Time News, the developments have increased uncertainty across global energy…
The water crisis in Gaza is reaching critical levels, with Doctors Without Borders (MSF) warning that shortages of clean drinking water are now threatening civilian survival. The organisation says the crisis is driven by widespread destruction of infrastructure and continued restrictions on essential supplies. According to Beyond Time News, the situation is also increasing health…
