Field Marshal Asim Munir meets victorious Under-19 cricket team
RAWALPINDI: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, COAS & CDF, met with the Pakistan Under-19 cricket team on Monday at the General Headquarters...
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Govtt is fully committed to enhancing the electricity transmission system, PM
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized the government’s commitment to improving the electricity transmission system. While presiding over a meeting of the Working Group on...
SBP announces public holiday on Dec 25
KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan has announced December 25 as a public holiday nationwide to mark the birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah....
South Korea’s parliament initiates an investigation into the 2024 Jeju Air crash
WEB DESK: South Korea’s parliament has initiated an inquiry into last year’s tragic Jeju Air crash that resulted in the loss of 179 lives. A...
Nine bandits killed, 27 arrested in Ghotki operation
KARACHI: Sindh Rangers and police carried out a joint operation in Ghotki district of interior Sindh, killing nine bandits and injuring 27 others. The operation...
Two Pakistanis sentenced to death for drug smuggling in Saudi Arabia
WEB DESK: Two Pakistani citizens have been executed in Makkah on charges of drug smuggling, as confirmed by authorities. The individuals were apprehended by Saudi...
After sharif Osman Hadi, another Bangladesh student leader shot in head
WEB DESK: A second student leader has been shot in the head this month amid escalating political unrest. The latest incident occurred in Khulna, a...
Food prices rise sharply in Afghanistan amid border closures
WEB DESK: Food prices have risen sharply in Parwan province north of Kabul as key commercial border crossings with Pakistan remain closed, residents and shopkeepers...
PM Shahbaz hosts a luncheon in honour of Pakistan’s Under-19 cricket team
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hosted a luncheon to honour Pakistan’s Under-19 cricket team for their remarkable Asia Cup victory. The team’s stellar performance, capped...
Court grants bail to three NCCIA officers in Ducky Bhai bribery case
LAHORE: The FIA Special Central Court in Lahore has granted bail to three officers from the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) implicated in a...
China says U.S. arbitrary seizure of foreign vessels serious violation of international law
WEB DESK: The arbitrary seizure of foreign vessels by the United States constitutes a serious violation of international law, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said...
Gold, silver prices surge to record highs in Pakistan
KARACHI: The prices of gold and silver soared to unprecedented levels after nine weeks, marking historic peaks across both global and local markets. On Monday,...
‘Fearless, not careless’ formula behind Pakistan U-19 Asia Cup victory, says head coach
WEB DESK: Pakistan Under-19 head coach Shahid Anwer hailed his team’s resounding victory over the India Under-19 cricket team in the final of the Under-19...
ANF foils major drug smuggling attempt in Balochistan
QUETTA: The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) has successfully intercepted a significant drug smuggling operation in Balochistan, targeting the route between Panjgur and Turbat. Details reveal that...
President Zardari visits holy shrines in Baghdad
WEB DESK: President Asif Ali Zardari on Monday visited the holy shrines of Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jilani (RA) and Imam-e-Azam Abu Hanifa (RA) in Baghdad...
Bilawal emphasizes Pakistan’s moral and military triumph over India
KARACHI: The chairman of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, underscored Pakistan’s unwavering ability to protect its sovereignty, highlighting that the country’s victory...
Washington Times sees 2025 as turning point in Pak-US ties
ISLAMABAD: The Washington Times, a prominent American publication, has identified 2025 as a transformative year marking a pivotal shift in the dynamics of Pakistan-US relations....
LHC halts implementation of Punjab Property Ownership Ordinance
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court has suspended the implementation of the Punjab Property Ownership Ordinance following hearings on multiple petitions against it. LHC Chief Justice...
Hina Afridi gets engaged to Taimoor Akbar, reveals wedding date
Lahore: Actress and model Hina Afridi, along with popular content creator Taimoor Akbar, delighted fans by announcing their engagement. The couple shared a heartwarming engagement...
Air India 777 aircraft turns back after drop in engine oil pressure, regulator says
WEB DESK: An Air India Boeing 777 aircraft had to turn back after a drop in oil pressure forced the pilots to turn off one...
Pakistan vaccinates over 44.6 mln children in final anti-polio drive of 2025
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has vaccinated 44.6 million children against poliovirus in the last nationwide immunization campaign of the year, health authorities said on Monday. The seven-day...
Russian general killed in Moscow car bombing
WEB DESK: A Russian general was killed by a car bomb in southern Moscow on Monday, Russian investigators said, adding that they suspected Ukrainian special...
Pakistan’s U19 Asia Cup heroes return home after crushing India
ISLAMABAD: The triumphant Pakistan Under-19 cricket team, which secured a dominant victory over arch-rivals India in the U19 Asia Cup final, received a hero’s welcome...
Homemade bombs thrown before Bondi mass shooting, but failed to detonate, police tell court
WEB DESK: Australian authorities have revealed in court documents that improvised pipe bombs and tennis ball explosives were hurled at a crowd at Bondi Beach...
Field Marshal Munir receives King Abdulaziz Medal for strengthening Pak-Saudi defence ties
RAWALPINDI: Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, received Saudi Arabia’s highest national honor, the King Abdulaziz Medal of...
Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves hit record high
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves have climbed to $21.1 billion, reaching their highest level since March 2022. This marks a notable milestone in the country’s...
ECP notifies Abid Sher Ali as senator
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission has officially declared Pakistan Muslim League-N leader Abid Sher Ali as a senator. He secured the position unopposed on December 8...
ATC hands 10-year imprisonment to key PTI leaders in May 9 case
LAHORE: An anti-terrorism court (ATC) announced on Friday its verdict in another case linked to the May 9, 2023 unrest, sentencing several senior Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf...
India halts the flow of water in Jhelum and Neelum rivers
ISLAMABAD: India has reportedly halted the flow of water in the Jhelum and Neelum rivers after already curbing the Chenab’s supply, significantly reducing the water...
3 Workers Killed in Faisalabad Cotton Factory Fire
FAISALABAD: Three workers tragically lost their lives following a fire that engulfed a cotton factory in Faisalabad. As reported by Rescue 1122 officials, the fire...
Brown University shooting suspect found dead, police say
WEB DESK: The suspect involved in last week’s mass shooting at Brown University was discovered dead inside a storage facility in Salem, New Hampshire, after...
Gold and silver prices in Pakistan drop : 19th Dec 2025
KARACHI: Gold prices experienced a sharp decline in the local market on Friday following a drop in international rates. As per the All Pakistan Gems...
Afghanistan remains a safe haven for terrorist groups, UN report
WEB DESK: A United Nations Security Council report has reiterated Pakistan’s stance that Afghanistan remains a safe haven for terrorist groups, identifying cross-border militancy as...
President Asif Zardari Welcomes UN Report On Pakistan-India War
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari welcomed United Nations report highlighting serious concerns over India’s military actions against Pakistan in May and its broader conduct affecting...
UN Experts raise strong objections on India’s unilateral actions of May 7
WEB DESK: A report by UN experts on the India-Pakistan conflict highlighted concerns about civilian harm caused by Indian attacks, which reportedly targeted non-military areas,...
Luis Suarez signs new Inter Miami contract
WEB DESK: Luis Suarez has committed to another season with Inter Miami following his landmark contributions in the team’s historic 2025 campaign, where they clinched...
Oscars to leave ABC and stream on YouTube starting in 2029
WEB DESK: The Academy Awards will begin streaming exclusively on YouTube in 2029, marking a major shift in Hollywood. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts...
India labeled as the world’s leading promoter of terrorism: Tarar
ISLAMABAD: Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar remarked on Thursday that India has established itself as the leading global promoter of terrorism. He stated that concrete...
Gold prices in Pakistan see another increase: December 18, 2025
KARACHI: Gold prices have surged for the second consecutive day, with an increase of Rs2,200 per tola. As per data from the All Pakistan Sarafa...
Bihar Hijab Controversy: FIR Filed Against Nitish Kumar
WEB DESK: Two well-known Hyderabad-based activists, Khalida Parveen and Lubna Sarwath, have lodged police complaints against Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar following an incident in...
Islamabad High Court disqualifies Justice Tariq Jahangiri from judge Post
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has ordered the removal of Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri, ruling that his law degree was invalid at the time...
Pakistan refutes Reuters’ report alleging CDF’s US trip for Gaza deployment discussions
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has categorically dismissed a Reuters report suggesting that Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir is...
DG ISPR meets COMSATS University faculty and students
Islamabad: The DG ISPR held a session at COMSATS University Islamabad with faculty and students, addressing the country’s internal situation and tackling misinformation. He provided...
Federal capital announces winter break for schools and colleges
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) has confirmed the schedule for winter vacations across educational institutions under its jurisdiction in the federal capital. As...
PM Shehbaz approves halal meat export policy
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved a comprehensive policy aimed at boosting halal meat exports. On Thursday, details emerged following a high-level review meeting...
LHC directs authorities to provide written explanations for offloading passengers
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) has declared that authorities must promptly provide written explanations to individuals who are prevented from traveling abroad. This ruling...
Pakistan, Libya agree to strengthen defence cooperation during CDF’s visit
RAWALPINDI: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, the Chief of Defence Forces, embarked on an official visit to Libya, during which both nations agreed to strengthen...
Pakistan Navy launches Fourth Hangor-Class Submarine ‘Ghazi’ in China
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Navy has marked a significant achievement with the launch of its fourth Hangor-class submarine, GHAZI, at the Shuangliu Base in Wuhan, China. This...
Transporters’ strike halts Karachi port operations
KARACHI: Operations at Karachi’s ports came to a complete halt on Wednesday due to an ongoing strike by goods transporters, disrupting the handling of import...
US travel ban imposed on Syrians and Palestinians as Trump expands visa restrictions
WEB DESK: President Donald Trump has expanded a US travel ban, barring nationals of five additional countries and people travelling on Palestinian Authority-issued documents from...