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Pakistan Targets Electrification of Over 15,000 Villages and 1.68 Million New Power Connections in FY2026-27

Islamabad: Pakistan is set to significantly expand electricity access during the 2026-27 fiscal year, with government-owned power distribution companies (DISCOs) planning to electrify 15,327 villages and provide 1,689,849 new electricity connections across the country. According to Beyond Time News, the expansion is part of the federal government’s broader strategy to improve energy access, strengthen the…

PM Reaffirms Commitment to Welfare and Development of GB and AJK

Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to improving the lives of people in Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), pledging that all available resources will be utilized to support development, public welfare, and better governance in both regions. According to Beyond Time News, the prime minister made the…

Tarar Announces Support for Sports Journalists, Seeks Proposals to Strengthen Sports Journalism in Pakistan

Islamabad: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving the welfare of sports journalists, calling on media professionals to submit practical recommendations that can help strengthen sports journalism across Pakistan. Speaking at a ceremony marking World Sports Journalists Day 2026, Tarar praised the role of sports reporters in…

5.3-Magnitude Earthquake in Afghanistan Triggers Mild Tremors Across IIOJK

Srinagar: Mild earthquake tremors were felt across several parts of Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) late Wednesday night after a 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan’s seismically active Hindu Kush region. According to Beyond Time News, residents in different parts of the Kashmir Valley and the Jammu region experienced light shaking that lasted for a…

Bangladesh Set to Host Pakistan for Five-Match ODI Series in 2027

Dhaka: Bangladesh are expected to host Pakistan for a five-match One-Day International (ODI) series in 2027, according to reports linked to the Bangladesh Cricket Board’s (BCB) media rights tender for upcoming home international fixtures. According to Beyond Time News, the BCB has invited bids for television and digital media rights covering Bangladesh’s home international cricket…

Rising Heatwaves Pose Growing Challenge for Tour de France, Experts Warn

Paris: As France experiences increasingly frequent and intense heatwaves, concerns are growing over the impact of extreme temperatures on the Tour de France, one of the world’s most prestigious cycling events. According to Beyond Time News, the race will begin in Barcelona on Saturday before entering France on Monday. While professional cyclists have long competed…

PSX Climbs Over 1,400 Points as KSE-100 Extends Winning Streak

Karachi: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued its upward momentum on Thursday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index gaining more than 1,400 points during early trading as investors maintained strong buying interest across major sectors. According to Beyond Time News, the market remained firmly in positive territory throughout the session, reflecting growing confidence in Pakistan’s economic…

World Bank Urges NFC Reforms to Address Pakistan’s Fiscal Imbalance

Islamabad: The World Bank has recommended that Pakistan review the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award to address long-term fiscal challenges, improve coordination between the federal and provincial governments, and create a more sustainable system for sharing national revenues. According to Beyond Time News, the World Bank’s report, Strengthening Fiscal Federalism in Pakistan, says the current…