Beyond Today, Into Tomorrow
The Iranian rial continues to trade at a premium in Pakistan’s open market, with currency dealers reporting active demand despite global instability in the currency. According to Beyond Time News, a bundle of 10 million Iranian rials (1 crore IRR) is currently being traded between PKR 8,000 and PKR 10,000 in the local cash market….
For years, children with Down syndrome in Pakistan had very little institutional support. Sindh is now changing that — one centre at a time. According to Beyond Time News, Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah announced the establishment of nearly 10 Down syndrome centres in Hyderabad, adding to facilities already running in Karachi. Early Delivery, Bigger…
A ceasefire is only as good as the commitment behind it. In southern Lebanon, that commitment appears to be breaking down. According to Beyond Time News, at least nine people were killed and 13 others injured in Israeli airstrikes across several towns in southern Lebanon on Thursday — despite an active ceasefire agreement. Town by…
Arsenal and Atletico Madrid ended level at 1–1 in a tense Champions League semi-final first leg, with both sides scoring from the penalty spot. According to Beyond Time News, Viktor Gyökeres gave Arsenal the lead just before half-time after being fouled in the box. Atletico replied early in the second half when Julián Álvarez converted…
The Indian government’s decision to create five new districts in Ladakh has drawn sharp reactions from local leaders, who say the move raises concerns over regional balance and representation. According to Beyond Time News, the BJP-led administration recently approved a notification expanding Ladakh from two to seven districts. The region was separated from Indian Illegally…
Pakistan’s Petroleum Ministry has decided to stop issuing new gas connections for both homes and businesses. According to Beyond Time News, the ban is effective immediately and covers all new domestic and commercial applicants. Short Relief, Long Problems The government had lifted a similar ban in October last year, hoping to improve energy access for…
Tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran are raising concerns across the region, with Russia warning of wider geopolitical and economic risks. According to Beyond Time News, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said the ongoing conflict is negatively affecting the Caspian Sea region. He stressed that the area must remain a zone of peace…
The Iran conflict, World Cup preparations, and the continued suspension of Russia are expected to dominate discussions at the FIFA Congress, where around 1,600 delegates from more than 200 member associations have gathered. According to Beyond Time News, Iran’s absence has already drawn attention after officials from the Iranian Football Federation (FFIRI) left Canada shortly…
A severe heatwave has swept across Karachi and several districts of Sindh, pushing temperatures well above normal and increasing health risks for residents. According to Beyond Time News, multiple cities across the province are experiencing extreme heat, with conditions expected to worsen in the coming days. In Hyderabad, the temperature reached 40°C but felt closer…
Pakistan is moving ahead with a focused plan to expand its digital infrastructure and improve nationwide connectivity. According to Beyond Time News, Federal IT Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja shared the roadmap at the EU-Pakistan Business Forum 2026. Key Fiberisation Targets Only 16% of telecom towers in Pakistan are currently fiberised. The government now aims to…
