Beyond Today, Into Tomorrow
LAHORE: The Punjab government has clarified that the Friday holiday in educational institutions is not permanent and will be withdrawn in the coming weeks. Friday holiday to be phased out Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat said the government plans to abolish the Friday holiday after consultations with federal authorities. He made it clear that…
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand on Monday, during which both leaders exchanged views on regional developments and ongoing peace efforts. Focus on peace and diplomacy According to a Foreign Office statement, Ishaq Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong commitment to dialogue and…
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Labour Bureau has announced that International Labour Day will be observed across the country with rallies, seminars, and processions to highlight workers’ rights and honour labour struggles worldwide. May Day events planned nationwide PPP Labour Bureau In-charge Chaudhry Manzoor Ahmad said on Monday that Labour Day will be marked…
DUBAI / KARACHI: The UAE Dirham (AED) continues to trade with stability against the Pakistani Rupee, standing at 76.06 PKR in the open market on April 27, 2026. The exchange rate shows only minor movement and remains within a narrow range that has persisted for months. Stable trading range continues The AED-PKR rate has largely…
CHANGSHA, CHINA: President Asif Ali Zardari conferred the prestigious Sitara-i-Pakistan on renowned Chinese cardiologist Prof. Pan Xiangbin during a special investiture ceremony held in Changsha, in recognition of his exceptional services in cardiac care and his contributions to Pakistan’s healthcare sector. Recognition of medical excellence Prof. Pan Xiangbin, who serves as Vice President of Fuwai…
NEW DELHI: The ongoing US–Iran conflict is creating growing uncertainty for Indian workers living in Gulf countries, with large-scale returns raising concerns for India’s economy. Mass return of workers from Gulf countries According to official estimates cited by Beyond Time News, nearly one million Indian citizens have returned home between late February and mid-April. These…
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a heatwave alert, warning that temperatures will rise sharply in several parts of the country over the coming days. Heatwave expected in southern regions The Met Office said mild heatwave conditions will develop in southern Pakistan from April 29 to May 3. It expects intense heat mainly…
ISLAMABAD: Fans will return to stadiums for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) playoffs after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif approved public attendance for all three knockout matches. PCB confirms approval after meeting Interior Minister and PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi shared the decision on social media platform X. He said he met the prime minister, who gave…
The Flair Travel ITF Men’s Futures M-15 (Leg-1) continued on Monday at the PTF Tennis Complex in Islamabad. The event carries special significance as it honours Khawaja Iftikhar Ahmad, a respected former subcontinental tennis player. Strong international participation boosts competition Organisers have welcomed 70 players from 23 countries to this ITF Futures event. The lineup…
Clermont delivered a dramatic comeback to defeat Top 14 leaders Toulouse 27–24 on Sunday, ending their almost year-long unbeaten run at home. Despite the setback, Toulouse still sit comfortably at the top of the table with a 12-point lead over Pau. The result, however, exposed some weaknesses in Toulouse’s performance as the season approaches its…
