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...
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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,...
Pakistan, Indonesia vows to boost ties in education, trade, culture, health
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Indonesia have resolved to strengthen their collaboration across various sectors, including trade, culture, health, education, and vocational training. This understanding was established...
Nigeria rescues 100 children abducted from Catholic boarding school
WEB DESK: The Nigerian government has successfully rescued around 100 children who were abducted last month from a Catholic boarding school and has pledged to...
Gold prices drop in international and local markets
KARACHI: Gold prices experienced a significant decline on Tuesday in both international and domestic markets. In the local market, the rate of 24-karat gold per...
NCPS 2025 Survey Report highlights postive shift in economic condition, decline in corruption levels
ISLAMABAD : A recent survey conducted by Transparency International Pakistan highlights a positive shift in the country’s economy alongside a notable decline in corruption levels....
Donald Trump’s pivot to Pakistan stands out
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has positioned itself as one of the more effective nations in managing diplomatic relations with President Trump during his second term. Trump has...
CM Punjab orders installation of CCTV cameras outside Punjab schools
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has directed authorities to install digital surveillance cameras outside all schools and educational institutions across the province, aiming...
Japan warns of 3-metre high tsunami after magnitude 7.6 earthquake
WEB DESK: A tsunami up to three meters (10 feet) in height could impact Japan’s northeastern coastline following a 7.6 magnitude earthquake that struck offshore...
Pakistan face severe water crisis, deposits are declining rapidly; ADB
ISLAMABAD: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has highlighted a critical water crisis in Pakistan, emphasizing that economic development is unattainable without ensuring water security. Although...
Ducky Bhai becomes emotional as he accuses NCCIA custody of torture and humiliation
WEB DESK: Famous YouTuber Saadur Rehman, widely recognized as Ducky Bhai, has leveled serious allegations of physical and emotional abuse during his custody under the...
PCB Chairman expresses confidence in the PSL’s potential to emerge as the world’s leading T20 cricket league.
ISLAMABAD: PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi outlined the mission to position the Pakistan Super League (PSL) as the world’s premier T20 cricket league. He revealed plans...
Around 400 people charged for ‘violent rally’ on Sindhi Culture Day
KARACHI: Karachi police have filed a case involving terrorism charges against 400 individuals following a “violent rally” on Sindhi Culture Day, observed Sunday. The case...
500 crore to become the Chief Minister of Punjab. Sidhu’s wife’s statement sparks political storm in India
WEB DESK: Navjot Kaur Sidhu, the wife of former Punjab Congress president Navjot Singh Sidhu, has sparked controversy within the Congress by suggesting that substantial...
Ed Sheeran addresses concerns about his marriage
WEB DESK: Ed Sheeran has assured fans that his newest album is not an indication of marital issues but rather a testament to his dedication...
Pakistan to launch last 2025 anti-polio nationwide drive from Dec 15
ISLAMABAD: The National Emergency Operations Center (EOC) has announced that over 45 million children will be safeguarded from lifelong disabilities through the ongoing polio vaccination...
Gold prices witness unexpected surge in Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan experienced a significant increase on Monday, aligning with upward trends observed in the international market. The rate of gold per...
Several Passengers Injured as BRT Bus Overturns
PESHAWAR: A BRT bus accident occurred when the vehicle veered off the track and collided with roadside trees, leaving several passengers injured. The incident was...
Pakistan’s future response will be more swift, decisive, CDF Munir warns India
RAWALPINDI: The Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, stated that the establishment of the newly formed Defence...
PML-N leader Abid Sher Ali elected senator unopposed
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Abid Sher Ali has been elected as a senator without contest, party sources announced on Monday. Officials revealed that...
Javelin star Arshad Nadeem wins gold at National Games
KARACHI: Arshad Nadeem took center stage on Monday morning, making history as he executed a remarkable javelin throw to secure the gold medal at the...
Justice Mian Gul Hassan Aurangzeb sworn in as SC judge
ISLAMABAD: Justice Mian Gul Hassan Aurangzeb assumed his role as a Supreme Court judge on Monday after taking the oath at a ceremony held at...