Civil work on Pakistan Railways’ $2.5 billion, 480-kilometre Karachi-Rohri track is expected to begin in January 2027, Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi told the National Assembly on Thursday. The section is the first phase of the Main Line-1 AI-generated image, for reference only.

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Actress Aymen Saleem has announced she is joining the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP). The daughter of former cricketer Saleem Yousuf spoke at a Karachi press conference alongside PPP Sindh president Nisar Khuhro, who welcomed her into the AI-generated image, not an actual photo.

Iran has shown its secret drone factories and large stockpiles of advanced, domestically produced drones on state television. Army chief General Amir Hatami claimed the country is fully prepared and said production and stockpiling had AI-generated image, for reference only.

BankIslami’s consolidated after-tax profit fell 39.23% to Rs3.08 billion in the nine months ended September 30, 2026, from Rs5.07 billion a year earlier. Earnings per share dropped to Rs2.78 from Rs4.58. Securities swung from a Rs3.36 AI-generated image, for reference only.

From media and storytelling to leadership and entertainment, Verse ’26 brought together diverse voices for a thought-provoking panel discussion under the theme “Control in Chaos.” Featuring Rabia Mughni, Asad Umar, Osamah Nasir, Saife Hasan, and Alyy Khan, the discussion created space for meaningful conversations, fresh perspectives, and ideas that challenge the way we see the world. The Verse talks session featured Junaid Akram where he shared his early life chaos which made him who he's today. An event by @MediaVersemagazine, powered by Al Baraka Bank, held on 20 October 2026 at ICCBS, University of Karachi.

Dar-e-Nijaat has crossed 1.7 billion views across social media platforms in just 23 episodes, becoming the most-viewed Pakistani drama during its airing. AbuBakr and Zaryab’s story continues tonight on media reports and ARY PLUS… AI-generated image, for reference only.

Pakistan could become three times richer by 2050 if it speeds up economic reforms and increases private investment, the World Bank says. Priorities include improving business conditions, modernizing taxes and expanding access to finance. AI-generated image, for reference only.

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NCCIA has arrested a CSS officer in Islamabad over allegations of harassing and threatening a female ASP. Media reports say a case was registered under PECA and Section 109 after she filed a complaint. Disclaimer: Image is AI generated and is just for reference.

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Pakistan’s embassy in Abu Dhabi and consulate in Dubai began issuing e-passports on October 23, 2026, with fees reaching Rs. 193,040 for an urgent 10-year, 72-page passport replacement after a second loss. Disclaimer: Image is AI generated and is just for reference.

Pakistan’s first AI hospital? A Pakistani university wants to build the country’s first AI hospital, with a Chinese partner.

Lahore ranked as the world’s most polluted city on Friday, with air quality classified as hazardous, according to IQAir. The city recorded an AQI of 302 in the platform’s global major city ranking. Disclaimer: Image is AI generated and is just for reference.

How does Zong manage the responsibility of handling large amounts of data across its telecom and cloud services? Data security remains a key priority, with strict controls in place to protect the information it manages.

Credit for steps to improve Pakistan cricket goes to the PCB chairman, fast bowler Mohammad Amir said. Disclaimer: Image is AI generated, not an actual photograph.

Give a command, and your car drives to a designated pickup point. Faced with a narrow parking space, it can park itself. Step inside the cabin, share how you’re feeling, and the intelligent system recommends music to match your mood. Just how smart can a car become? From October 19 to 21, the OMODA & JAECOO Super Intelligent Experience Lab took center stage during the International User Summit themed “DRIVE TO THE NEXT VIBE.” Through a series of real-world challenges, global media representatives and guests experienced the ability of SIVP to take action and SIAS to understand user needs, discovering new possibilities as automotive intelligence evolves from IQ to EQ.5 COME TO YOU. PARK FOR YOU. SIVP Makes Complex Parking Effortless When a sudden downpour hits, there’s no need to rush through the rain to find your car in the parking lot. Under the blazing sun, you can simply step out of the shopping mall and wait at a designated pickup point as your car drives toward you. And upon reaching your destination, there’s no need to repeatedly maneuver into a narrow parking space. Come to You. Park for You. From pickup to parking, every step becomes easier and more effortless. At the OMODA & JAECOO Super Intelligent Experience Lab, JAECOO 5, JAECOO 7 and OMODA 7 took center stage in the SIVP (Super Intelligent Valet Parking) experience. Once participants issued a pickup command, the vehicles followed planned routes to designated locations. When faced with challenging scenarios such as dead-end roads and extremely narrow parking spaces, the vehicles autonomously planned their parking paths and adjusted their positioning. When encountering obstacles placed within the test area, the system used environmental perception and path planning to actively avoid them. Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only. Startup Pakistan is not responsible for the accuracy of the claims or the performance, features, and availability of the vehicles mentioned. Readers are advised to verify independently before taking any decisions based on this content

National Bank of Pakistan shareholders have approved a compensation package for CEO Imran Sarwar, including a gross monthly salary of Rs95 lakh, Rs30 million in life insurance cover and two cars. Disclaimer: Image is AI generated, not an actual photograph.

The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has rescued a 13-year-old girl in Karachi who was allegedly involved with a suspected dark web-linked network that assigned her dangerous tasks, officials said.