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Pakistan launches first hyperspectral satellite HS-1 in major space milestone

'I commend the scientists and technical teams from Pakistan and China working on HS-1,' says Ishaq Dar

Published 19 Oct, 2025 11:08am

Pakistan

First of three supermoons to light up Pakistan’s sky tonight

SUPARCO says the moon to appear 13% brighter; Saturn to shine close by

Published 07 Oct, 2025 07:30pm

Pakistan

First supermoon of the season to light up skies on October 7

Moon to appear 6.6% larger and 13% brighter than usual, says SUPARCO

Published 05 Oct, 2025 01:43pm

Pakistan

Pakistan set to launch hyperspectral satellite into space in October

Satellite will enhance mineral exploration, agriculture, and environmental research

Published 25 Sep, 2025 01:13pm

Pakistan

SUPARCO forecasts Rabi-ul-Awwal moon sighting for 1447AH

New moon is anticipated on August 23

Published 19 Aug, 2025 01:56pm

Pakistan

Suparco confirms functionality of newly launched satellite

Satellite to support key projects, including CPEC

Published 16 Aug, 2025 02:39pm

Pakistan

Pakistan successfully launches Remote Sensing Satellite

Satellite will function to improve 'quality of life across the country'

Published 01 Aug, 2025 05:58pm

Pakistan

Pakistan successfully launches advanced remote sensing satellite

Satellite will help monitor natural disasters and infrastructure planning

Published 31 Jul, 2025 09:39am

Pakistan

Pakistan to launch advanced Remote Sensing Satellite

It will predict, mitigate impacts of floods, earthquakes, landslides, glacier melt, and deforestation

Published 27 Jul, 2025 03:59pm

Pakistan

Moharram moon likely to be sighted on June 26: Suparco

Suparco says first month of Islamic calendar is expected to begin on June 27

Published 24 Jun, 2025 08:30pm

Business & Economy

NEC approves Rs1 trillion federal development budget

Money allocated for dams and other water projects

Updated 04 Jun, 2025 07:26pm

Pakistan

Ruet-e-Hilal Committee meets tomorrow to confirm Eid-ul-Adha dates for 2025

Hajj pilgrimage is expected to occur from June 4 to June 9

Published 26 May, 2025 01:04pm

Pakistan

Pakistan set for extended Eid al-Fitr holidays if moon is sighted on March 30

Long break to boost family celebrations, travel plans

Published 27 Mar, 2025 08:23pm

Pakistan

Eid-ul-Fitr expected to be celebrated on March 31, says Suparco

Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee plans to meet on evening of March 30

Published 26 Mar, 2025 02:54pm

Pakistan

Moon not sighted in Pakistan, first Ramazan to be observed on Sunday

Chairman of Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee, Maulana Muhammad Abdul Khabir Azad, speaks to the media

Updated 28 Feb, 2025 11:41pm

Pakistan

SUPARCO predicts dates for first Ramazan and Eid al-Fitr in Pakistan

Saudi Arabia may spot the crescent on February 28

Updated 24 Feb, 2025 08:37pm

Pakistan

SUPARCO announces nationwide contest to name Pakistan’s lunar rover

Each participant is allowed to submit only one entry

Published 19 Feb, 2025 01:21pm

Technology

SUPARCO launches indigenous EO-1 satellite into space

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar describes it as a 'significant milestone' in country’s space journey

Updated 17 Jan, 2025 04:59pm

Technology

Pakistan to soon ‘hear good news’ on launching satellite to moon

Starlink will be launched in Pakistan after licensing work completes, says SUPARCO official

Published 16 Jan, 2025 04:54pm

Pakistan

Punjab successfully implements artificial rain using local technology

Project was a collaborative effort involving the Punjab govt

Published 16 Nov, 2024 11:26am

Technology

Pakistan gets its own internet satellite, makes it operational

PakSat-MM1 is competing with Musk's Starlink

Published 20 Sep, 2024 02:17pm

Pakistan

SUPARCO celebrates sixth anniversary of PRSS-1 and PakTES-1A launch

Satellites represent major achievements in Pakistan’s space capabilities

Published 09 Jul, 2024 02:55pm

Pakistan

PakSat MM1 reached its earth orbit on June 5: SUPARCO

Located at an altitude of 38,786 km above the earth

Updated 07 Jun, 2024 07:38pm

Pakistan

Pakistan launches MM1 satellite in major step for internet connectivity

The satellite will provide communication services in C, Ku, Ka Bands and SBAS services in L Band

Updated 30 May, 2024 07:07pm

Pakistan

SUPARCO to launch MM-1 satellite to bring faster internet to Pakistan

The satellite will be launched from China

Published 27 May, 2024 09:12pm

Pakistan

SUPARCO notifies launch of PAKSAT on May 30

It would fulfill communication and connectivity demands in Pakistan

Published 22 May, 2024 11:41am

Pakistan

SUPARCO explains solar storm’s effect on Pakistan

The storm has led to lights being seen across the world

Published 12 May, 2024 07:00pm