OGRA raises LNG prices by up to 28% for May
ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority has increased the prices of liquefied natural gas (LNG) by up to 28% for May, according to a...
Clashes between Khawarij factions in Kurram result in 18 fatalities
KURRAM: Fierce fighting between two rival Khawarij factions in Central Kurram has claimed the lives of at least 18 individuals, with several others reported missing....
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Court sentences Sana Yousaf’s killer to death; fines Imposed on Umar Hayat
ISLAMABAD: In Islamabad on Tuesday, a court sentenced Umar Hayat to death for the murder of TikToker and medical student Sana Yousaf. Additionally, Hayat was...
Petrol prices surges once again in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The federal government on Friday announced another sharp increase in petroleum prices, pushing both petrol and high-speed diesel above Rs. 414 per litre, according...
Govt hikes petrol price by Rs14.92, high-speed diesel by Rs15
The federal government on Friday announced another increase in petroleum prices, raising the price of petrol by Rs14.92 per litre and high-speed diesel (HSD) by...
Australia bans BLA, leaders over terrorism in Pakistan
WEB DESK: Australia has announced sanctions against the banned Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) and three of its top officials. The Department of Foreign Affairs and...
Roof collapse at DG Khan school leaves 4 students dead, several injured
D.G.KHAN: A tragic incident in Dera Ghazi Khan has claimed the lives of four schoolchildren after the roof of a classroom gave way, while several...
Trump considers military options as Iran war deadline nears
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump is exploring new military strategies amid mounting tensions with Iran, as the deadline for congressional approval on military action approaches. Despite...
Deepak Perwani robbed thrice in 3 months, warns of rising Karachi crime
KARACHI: Renowned designer Deepak Perwani has raised concerns over the surge in crime across Karachi after revealing he has been targeted three times in the...
Interpol issues red notices for Malik Riaz and his Son
ISLAMABAD: The Chairman of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB), Lt General (Retired) Nazir Ahmed, announced on Wednesday that Interpol has issued Red Notices against property...
UAE Withdraws from OPEC, OPEC+
DUBAI: The United Arab Emirates announced its departure from OPEC and OPEC+, marking a significant blow to the longstanding oil cartel. The decision by the...
Mali: Defense Minister killed in rebel attack, ongoing clashes between Army, Rebels
MALI: A West African nation, the country’s Defense Minister lost his life in a rebel assault, and clashes between government forces and insurgents continue near...
Trump safe after shooting scare at correspondents’ Dinner; suspect detained
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were quickly escorted out of the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner on Saturday night after an...
Turkey may take part in Strait of Hormuz mine-clearing following US-Iran pact
ANKARA: Turkey has indicated it may join international efforts to remove naval mines from the Strait of Hormuz if a peace deal between the United...
Govt announces major increase in Petrol, Diesel prices
ISLAMABAD: The government has announced a significant increase in the prices of petrol and diesel. Petrol prices have been raised by 26 rupees and 77...
Iran denies sending delegation to Islamabad as tensions undermine prospects for talks
TEHRAN: Iran has dismissed reports of diplomatic engagement in Pakistan, with state broadcaster Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) confirming that no Iranian delegation has...
Pakistan Navy conducts successful test of indigenously developed Taimoor cruise missile
KARACHI: The Pakistan Navy has successfully carried out a live firing of the Taimoor Air-Launched Cruise Missile, marking a significant step in strengthening the country’s...
Confessional statement in Quetta uncovers terror recruitment network, Cross-Border links
QUETTA: The Government of Balochistan on Saturday shared details of a confessional statement by Rahima Bibi, wife of Dalbandin resident Manzoor Ahmed, during a press...
Magnitude 5.5 Earthquake Shakes Islamabad, Peshawar, and Regions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
ISLAMABAD: 5.5-magnitude quake originating from the Hindu Kush mountain range rattled multiple regions, including Islamabad, Peshawar, and various parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), according to...
Iran reimposes tight control over strait of hormuz amid ongoing US blockade
TEHRAN: Iran’s central military command announced on Saturday that it has reinstated “strict management” of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, reversing its earlier decision...
Shipping through Strait of Hormuz slows to a trickle as US blockade tightens, data shows
LONDON: Maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has dropped sharply, with only a handful of vessels transiting the key energy route amid rising military...
US Vice President JD Vance lands in Islamabad for crucial Iran talks
ISLAMABAD: A high-level US delegation led by JD Vance has arrived in Islamabad to participate in critical negotiations with Iran, aimed at ending the ongoing...
Islamabad takes center stage as US–Iran ceasefire talks begin
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has stepped into a pivotal diplomatic role following the ceasefire between the United States and Iran, with high-stakes negotiations set to begin in...
Trump warns of escalated military action against Iran if unforeseen events unfold
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning that if unpredictable circumstances arise, the United States may carry out even more intense and larger-scale...
Babar Azam breaks another T20 cricket record
KARACHI: Pakistan’s top batsman Babar Azam has set a new record in T20 cricket. Playing for Peshawar Zalmi in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), Babar...
Iran rejects restrictions on Uranium enrichment, Nuclear chief affirms
TEHRAN: The head of Iran’s nuclear agency, Mohammad Eslami, stated on Thursday that Iran will not accept any limitations on its uranium enrichment activities, asserting...
Uncertainty over Iranian delegation arrival as envoy deletes Islamabad visit post
ISLAMABAD: Confusion briefly emerged over the arrival of Iran’s delegation for upcoming talks with the United States after Tehran’s envoy to Pakistan deleted a social...
Islamabad set to host US–Iran talks as ceasefire framework gains momentum
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed the ceasefire agreement between Iran and the United States, confirming that Islamabad will host high-level negotiations on April...
Trump agrees to two-week Iran ceasefire following Pakistan’s diplomatic push
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, stepping back from imminent military action just hours before a key deadline tied to...
Russia, China veto Bahrain’s resolution to open the Strait of Hormuz in the UN security council
WEB DESK: Russia and China have vetoed Bahrain’s proposed resolution to open the Strait of Hormuz at the United Nations Security Council. According to Arab...
Iran rejects temporary ceasefire proposal with U.S.
TEHRAN: Iran has dismissed any possibility of a temporary ceasefire with the United States, citing specific conditions that must be met before engaging in talks....
Iran struck US forces relocated on Kuwait’s Bubiyan island, military spokesperson says
DUBAI: US forces located on Kuwait’s Bubiyan island were targeted by Iran, the spokesperson of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters said in a video statement...
Pakistan–Afghan Taliban talks in Urumqi end without breakthrough
URUMQI: Talks between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban, held in Urumqi under China’s mediation, concluded without a major breakthrough, though both sides agreed to continue...
Drone strike sparks massive blaze at Kuwait International Airport fuel tanks
WEB DESK: A suspected drone strike has hit Kuwait International Airport, igniting a major fire in fuel storage facilities, according to authorities. Officials from Kuwait...
Businessman Amir Awan shot dead in Islamabad farmhouse robbery
ISLAMABAD: A well-known businessman, Amir Awan, linked with Toyota Motors, was killed in a robbery incident at a farmhouse located in Orchard Scheme, Shahzad Town,...
US-Israeli strikes reportedly target IRGC Naval Chief in Iran; confirmation awaited
TEHRAN: Fresh airstrikes allegedly carried out by the United States and Israel have targeted Iranian naval installations in the southern port city of Bandar Abbas,...
Iranian revolutionary Guards Navy Chief killed in Israeli airstrike amid ongoing Gulf conflict
TEHRAN: Israel has confirmed that a targeted airstrike eliminated Alireza Tangsiri, head of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards navy, in a precision operation announced by Israel...
Cabinet committee confirms sufficient reserves of Oil, Gas in the Country
ISLAMABAD: The Cabinet Committee on Petroleum has assured that the country’s reserves of oil and gas are at satisfactory levels. The committee, chaired by Finance...
Top Iranian Guard spokesman eliminated in US-Israel airstrike
Tehran/Jerusalem: A senior spokesperson of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has been killed in ongoing strikes attributed to the United States and Israel, as...
Israel claims killing of Iran’s intelligence minister Ismail Khateeb in airstrike
TEL AVIV: Israel has claimed that Ismail Khateeb, Iran’s Intelligence Minister, was killed in a recent airstrike, Israeli media reported. The attack targeted Tehran, and...
Iran confirms death of senior security official Ali Larijani
TEHRAN: Iranian authorities have confirmed the death of Ali Larijani, describing him as having “attained martyrdom,” according to state media reports on Tuesday. Earlier in...
Eidi from the Government of Pakistan 2026 – Who Qualifies and How to Verify Eligibility?
ISLAMABAD: As Eid approaches each year, many families across Pakistan look for government aid programs that provide financial assistance to ease festive expenses. With inflation...
US counterterrorism Chief resigns over opposition to Iran conflict amid dispute
WASHINGTON: John Kent, the head of the United States’ National Counterterrorism Center, has stepped down from his role, citing disagreement with the current military escalation...
Explosions in Kabul, Nangarhar as Pakistan targets Taliban bases
RAWALPINDI: According to reports from Dunya News, the Pakistan Armed Forces launched a series of airstrikes in Afghanistan late on March 16, targeting positions linked...
Sarfraz ahmed announces retirement, bids farewell to Pakistan cricket
LAHORE: Former Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed has officially announced his retirement from international cricket, closing a chapter on a career marked by leadership and memorable...
Pakistan reports significant gains in operation Ghazab-lil-Haq: 663 Militants killed, says Tarar
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, provided an update on the progress of Operation Ghazab-lil-Haq, detailing substantial achievements against militant groups and...
Nahal Hashmi takes oath as Sindh governor
KARACHI: Nahal Hashmi has formally assumed the role of Governor of Sindh, after taking the oath of office. The ceremony was conducted by Chief Justice...
President Asif Ali Zardari appointed Nehal Hashmi as Sindh governor
ISLAMABAD: President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari, has approved the appointment of Nehal Hashmi as the Governor of Sindh. The President made this decision following...
Nehal Hashmi likely to be appointed governor of Sindh
ISLAMABAD: A decision has been made to appoint Nehal Hashmi, a leader of the Pakistan Muslim League (N) (PML-N), as the Governor of Sindh. According...
Youm-e-Ali processions conclude smoothly across Pakistan: Mohsin Naqvi
KARACHI: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi announced on Wednesday that the processions held on Youm-e-Ali (may Allah be pleased with him) concluded peacefully throughout Pakistan. Taking...