Beyond The Time News

Three crises, one silence

By: Dr Rakhshinda Perveen Three deeply connected social crises continue to affect thousands of lives across Pakistan, yet they often receive limited attention beyond brief public debates and isolated awareness campaigns. The recent restoration of Section 325 of the Pakistan Penal Code has renewed concerns among legal experts, mental health advocates, and human rights observers…

Japan Reports Rising Cases of Deadly Tick-Borne Disease as Health Officials Urge Vigilance

Tokyo: Japan is witnessing a faster rise in cases of a potentially deadly tick-borne disease, with infections increasing at a pace higher than last year. Health authorities are urging people to take precautions as tick activity reaches its seasonal peak. According to Beyond Time News, preliminary figures released by Japan’s national health research body show…

Pakistan Squash Team Departs for Asian Doubles Championship 2026 in Malaysia

Islamabad: Pakistan’s national squash team has left for Malaysia to participate in the 3rd Asian Doubles Squash Championship 2026, as the country aims to strengthen its presence in international squash through a mix of experienced players and rising young talent. According to Beyond Time News, the squad departed from Islamabad International Airport on Monday. The…

Kazakhstan Approves Five-Year Plan to Boost Child Protection and Social Support

Astana: Kazakhstan has adopted a five-year action plan aimed at strengthening child protection and expanding social support for children. According to Beyond Time News, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with Children’s Rights Commissioner Dinara Zakiyeva to discuss new measures designed to improve the welfare of children across the country. New Strategy for Children This year, Kazakhstan…

Pakistan Stock Exchange Surge: KSE-100 Jumps Nearly 2.7% as US-Iran Deal and Falling Oil Prices Boost Investor Confidence

Karachi: Investor confidence returned strongly to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Monday as easing geopolitical tensions, declining global oil prices, and optimism surrounding Pakistan’s growth-focused federal budget fueled one of the market’s strongest rallies in recent months. According to Beyond Time News, the benchmark KSE-100 Index closed at 177,039.82 points, gaining 4,639.92 points or…

SBP Keeps Policy Rate Unchanged at 11.5% as Inflation Risks and Growth Outlook Remain in Focus

Karachi: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has decided to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 11.5%, signaling confidence in the current monetary policy stance while acknowledging ongoing inflationary pressures and economic uncertainties. According to Beyond Time News, the decision was announced after a meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), which reviewed recent…

Karachi Drizzle Weather Update: Light Rain Brings Pleasant Conditions Across the City

Karachi: A welcome change in weather conditions brought relief to residents as light drizzle was reported in several parts of Karachi, creating a cooler and more pleasant atmosphere after days of warm temperatures. According to Beyond Time News, intermittent drizzle was recorded in multiple neighborhoods late Sunday night and continued in some areas during the…

PAF Trainer Aircraft Crash Near Mardan Claims Lives of Air Force and Navy Pilots

Mardan: A tragic PAF trainer aircraft crash near Mardan on Monday claimed the lives of two military pilots during a routine training mission, prompting Pakistan’s armed forces to launch an investigation into the incident. According to Beyond Time News, the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) training aircraft went down while conducting a scheduled training sortie in…

Pakistan to Host Historic US-Iran Peace Agreement Signing Ceremony in Geneva

Islamabad: Pakistan is set to host the signing ceremony of a landmark US-Iran peace agreement in Geneva on June 19, marking what Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif described as a significant turning point for regional stability and international diplomacy. According to Beyond Time News, the announcement came during the prime minister’s address to the National Assembly,…