SBP lowers the policy rate by 50 basis points, bringing it down to 10.5%.
KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has reduced the interest rate by 0.5%, bringing the policy rate down to 10.5%. In its newly announced...
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PM directs to accelerate privatization process of DISCOs
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called for an expedited privatization process for the country’s electricity distribution and generation companies. Presiding over a review meeting...
Flash flooding claims at least 37 lives in Morocco
WEB DESK: At least 37 people were killed in flash floods triggered by torrential rains on Sunday in Morocco’s Atlantic coastal province of Safi, 330...
Elon Musk’s ex-girlfriend and mother of his three children Grimes claims Musk blocked her on X
WEB DESK: Grimes has stated that her former partner Elon Musk blocked her on his social media platform X amid ongoing challenges with co-parenting. The...
Pakistan Navy test-fires FM-90 (N) air defence missile: ISPR
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Navy has successfully carried out a Live Weapon Firing (LWF) operation, showcasing the FM-90(N) ER Surface-to-Air Missile in the North Arabian Sea....
South Africa’s spinner Simon Harmer claims ICC’s Player of the Month for Nov
WEB DESK: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has named South African spinner Simon Harmer as the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for November 2025....
Gold prices in Pakistan; 15, DEC 2025
KARACHI: Gold prices experienced a notable increase on Monday in both global and Pakistani markets, reversing a slight decline from the previous session. The All...
Tragic school bus accident in Colombia kills 17, injures 20
WEB DESK: Seventeen people lost their lives, and 20 others were injured when a bus carrying schoolchildren plunged off a cliff in a rural region...
Nawaz Sharif holds discussions with PML-N office-bearers from AJK and Gilgit-Baltistan
ISLAMABAD: PML-N President Nawaz Sharif convened a meeting with party officials from Azad Kashmir and Gilgit Baltistan to discuss strategies for the upcoming general elections....
President Zardari approves schedule for Gilgit Baltistan election 2026
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari approved the schedule for the upcoming general elections in Gilgit Baltistan on Friday, as per an official notification. The announcement...
Pakistan is set to initiate local vaccine production
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Health has taken a significant step toward reducing Pakistan’s reliance on imported vaccines by initiating work on the country’s first local...
Gold prices in Paksitan rises by Rs10,700 per tola
KARACHI:Gold prices in Pakistan saw a significant surge on Friday, with the per tola rate climbing by Rs10,700, as reported by the All Pakistan Gems...
Women show strong support for Catherine Zeta-Jones in response to age-shaming
WEB DESK: Catherine Zeta-Jones has gained widespread support online following criticism of her appearance at a Netflix event, which reignited discussions about the double standards...
Aaron Finch calls Pakistan players ‘global superstars’
WEB DESK: Former Australia captain Aaron Finch has commended the inclusion of Pakistani cricketers in the upcoming 15th edition of the Big Bash League (BBL),...
Bangkok tops global travel charts as 2025’s most-visited city
WEB DESK: Bangkok takes the lead in global rankings with a remarkable 30.3 million tourists expected in 2025, reclaiming its status as the world’s most-visited...
Dr. Warda Murder Case: Court Extends Physical Remand by Three Days
WEB DESK: A local court has extended the physical remand of suspects involved in the murder case of Dr. Warda by three more days. The...
PMD forecasts snowfall and rainfall in various regions across the country
ISLAMABAD: After enduring a prolonged dry spell that extended through the early winter months, echoing drought scenarios observed in previous years, Pakistan is finally set...
World Bank approves $400 million for Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The World Bank has announced a $400 million funding package for Pakistan under the Punjab Inclusive Cities Program. This funding aims to provide 4.5...
Individuals threatening national unity will encounter severe repercussions; Bilawal Bhutto
LAHORE: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari stated on Friday that any actions threatening the country’s integrity will be met with firm resistance. During...
Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi facing lack of winter necessities in jail, Says CM KP
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi stated on Friday that former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, are being unlawfully...
Terrorism originating from Afghan soil poses a global threat: PM Shehbaz
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has raised concerns over an emerging wave of terrorism originating from Afghan soil, calling on the international community to urge...
PM Shehbaz participates in the Turkmenistan Neutrality Forum in Ashgabat
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif continued his official visit to Turkmenistan on Friday, participating in significant events at the Neutrality Monument, a prominent symbol of...
Health Alert! Three Monkey pox cases reported in Lahore
LAHORE: Two confirmed cases of monkeypox, along with one suspected infection, were reported at Lahore’s Mayo Hospital on Thursday. Medical officials identified the confirmed patients...
Azad Kashmir Tragedy: Passenger Van Plunges into River
RAWALPINDI: In a heartbreaking incident, a passenger van carrying sixteen individuals plunged into the river near Azad Pattan in Sundhoti district, Azad Jammu and Kashmir....
Alia Bhatt shares heartwarming details about Raha’s curious nature
WEB DESK: Alia Bhatt, known for her iconic role in Gully Boy, brought her radiant presence to the Red Sea Film Festival during a special...
Gold rates in Pakistan; 11, Dec 2025
KARACHI: Gold and silver prices in Pakistan saw an upward adjustment on Thursday, 11 December 2025, as reported by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and...
Sindh announces winter vacation schedule 2025 for educational institutions
KARACHI: The Sindh Education Department’s Steering Committee announced the winter vacation schedule for the province on Thursday. As per the department’s spokesperson, all public and...
PM leaves for Turkmenistan on two-day official visit
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has departed on a two-day official visit to Turkmenistan, heading to Ashgabat at the invitation of President Serdar Berdimuhamedow. During...
Pakistan gets $1.2bn tranche from IMF
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has successfully received a $1.2 billion disbursement from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Officials have confirmed the funds have been deposited into the...
Over 30 killed as Myanmar military airstrike targets hospital
WEB DESK: At least 34 people lost their lives, and dozens more sustained injuries following airstrikes by Myanmar’s military on a hospital in the country’s...
Faiz Hameed’s punishment marks just the start, says Vawda
ISLAMABAD: Senator Faisal Vawda has stated that the 14-year sentence given to former DG ISI Lt Gen (retd) Faiz Hameed signifies just the beginning of...
UK court orders Adil Raja to pay £50,000 to Rashid Naseer
WEB DESK: The UK High Court has mandated Adil Raja to pay £50,000 in libel damages to Rashid Naseer, alongside an interim costs payment of...
ATC orders seizure of Aleema Khan’s bail bonds in 26 Nov protest case
RAWALPINDI: The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Rawalpindi has directed the seizure of Aleema Khan’s bail bonds in a case related to the November 26 protest....
Verdict against Faiz Hameed hailed as a triumph for truth, Atta Tarar
ISLAMABAD: Federal Information Minister Atta Tarar stated that the verdict against Former Director-General of Inter-Services Intelligence, Faiz Hameed, highlights the robustness of the army’s self-accountability...
Basant festival to kick off from Feb 6, 2026, Azma Bukhari
LAHORE: A vibrant three-day Basant festival is set to commence in Lahore from February 6, 2026, marking a revival of the historic celebration after the...
Tanker runs over and kills another motorcyclist in Karachi
KARACHI: In a tragic road accident amid heavy traffic, a motorcyclist lost his life after being hit by a tanker in Karachi. The incident occurred...
Gold prices in Pakistan are on the rise once again
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan saw an upward movement on Wednesday, reflecting a similar trend in international markets. Data from the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers...
ECP declines requests to postpone Balochistan local government elections.
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Wednesday dismissed requests from the Balochistan chief minister and governor to delay the upcoming local government elections...
Pakistan Women’s Football Team Makes Historic FIFA Series Debut
LAHORE: The Pakistan Women’s Football Team has achieved a historic milestone by securing its place in the FIFA Series for the very first time. FIFA’s...
PPP leader SLAMS Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar
WEB DESK: Ranveer Singh’s recent spy thriller, Dhurandhar, continues to break several Box Office records. Amid its soaring success, the film has sparked a political...
Court issues arrest warrants for former KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur
ISLAMABAD: A judicial magistrate in Islamabad has issued arrest warrants for former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur due to his repeated failure to...
US allocates $1.25 billion in financial support to bolster Pakistan’s economy
WEB DESK: The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank) has unveiled a $1.25 billion financial package for Pakistan, highlighting a notable advancement in...
President,PM reaffirm their dedication to safeguarding human rights
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have reiterated the government’s unwavering dedication to upholding and advancing human rights while ensuring...
Remembering Soldier Sowar Muhammad Hussain Shaheed the first Nishan-e-Haider recipient
WEB DESK: Pakistan commemorates the 54th martyrdom anniversary of Sowar Muhammad Hussain Shaheed, the first recipient of the esteemed Nishan-e-Haider, honoring his exceptional bravery during...
YouTuber Rajab Butt deported from UK
WEB DESK: The United Kingdom has deported Pakistani YouTuber Rajab Butt, who boarded a flight back to Pakistan on Tuesday morning following the cancellation of...
Massive fire erupts in Indonesian office building; at least 22 dead, many trapped
WEB DESK: A fire erupted on Tuesday in a seven-story building in Jakarta, Indonesia’s capital, leaving 22 people dead. Authorities reported that the fire was...
After 15 years, ‘3 Idiots’ sequel set to reunite Aamir Khan, Kareena, Madhavan & Sharman
WEB DESK: Aamir Khan is teaming up once again with Rajkumar Hirani for a sequel to their iconic film, 3 Idiots. Reports indicate that the...
Six-truck collision on M5 motorway leaves seven injured amid dense fog
LAHORE: Dense fog caused heavily reduced visibility on the Multan-Sukkur Motorway (M5) on Tuesday, resulting in a collision involving six trailer trucks and leaving seven...
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir calls on President of the Republic of Indonesia
ISLAMABAD: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, met with the President of the Republic...
ECP reveals official date for local bodies election in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has confirmed February 15, 2026, as the date for local body elections in Islamabad. As per the ECP,...