President approves confirmation, extension of Additional Judges of High Courts
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari on Thursday approved the confirmation and extension of tenure of additional judges of the high courts of Sindh, Lahore and...
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IMF chief acknowledges Pakistan’s efforts toward economic stability
ISLAMABAD: IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva praised Pakistan’s economic reform efforts during a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the World Economic Forum (WEF)....
Gul Plaza fire: multiple bodies recovered from single shop, death toll rises to 61
KARACHI: The death toll from the Gul Plaza fire has risen to 61 following the discovery of multiple bodies in a single shop during rescue...
Sialkot Stallionz officially enters the PSL arena
WEB DESK: Owner Kamil Khan shared the announcement on X, calling it a proud moment and expressing excitement to join Pakistan’s premier cricket league. With...
Pakistan expands its outreach to Chinese investors, heavy agri investments expected across 10 sectors
ISLAMABAD: Federal Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan met Jiang Zaidong to advance government and business-level collaboration aimed at boosting bilateral trade, particularly in agriculture. Discussions...
The Met Office predicts rainfall in Karachi on Thursday
KARACHI: Rainfall is expected in Karachi and parts of Sindh on Thursday, likely intensifying the cold weather from Friday. A westerly wave will impact upper...
Israel’s wanted war criminal Netanyahu joins Gaza ‘board of peace’
WEB DESK: Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, despite facing an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant for alleged war crimes in Gaza, has agreed to...
PM Shehbaz calls for enhanced investment opportunities and bolstered global partnerships
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday participated in the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, where he is set...
Daryl Mitchell surpasses Kohli to claim top spot as the world’s No. 1 ODI batsman
WEB DESK: The ICC’s latest player rankings reveal significant changes in the ODI batting chart. New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell has secured the top spot, dethroning...
Gold prices in Pakistan surpass Rs 500,000 mark for the first time in history
KARACHI: Gold and silver prices in Pakistan and international markets surged to historic levels on Wednesday, marking one of the most significant increases in history....
Gul Plaza Tragedy day 4; Death toll rises to 33
KARACHI: As of Wednesday, the death toll from the tragic fire at Gul Plaza has climbed to at least 33, with rescue teams continuing their...
CM Punjab orders audit of fire safety systems across Punjab after Gul Plaza Tragedy
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced a comprehensive audit of fire safety systems across the province in response to the devastating fire at...
Australia set to pass tougher gun control laws in response to Bondi mass shooting
WEB DESK: Australia’s lower house has passed laws for a national gun buyback, stricter background checks, and tougher penalties for hate crimes following last month’s...
Key Pakistan bowler likely to miss T20 World Cup, PCB opts for a new approach in selection
WEB DESK: Pakistan’s star pacer Haris Rauf is reportedly set to miss out on selection for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, slated...
Gul Plaza tragedy; Khawaja Asif emphasizes the need for strengthening local governments
ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Tuesday highlighted the recurrent fire incidents in Karachi, such as the tragic blaze at Gul Plaza, as clear...
PM Shehbaz criticizes KP government for lack of cooperation in addressing terrorism
PESHAWAR: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif criticized the decision to resettle people from Afghanistan, calling it a major factor behind rising terrorism. He pointed out those...
GHQ attack case: ATC denies lawyers’ plea to meet Imran Khan
RAWALPINDI: An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Rawalpindi has denied a request from lawyers seeking permission to meet Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan in connection...
Akshay Kumar survives freak road accident in Mumbai
WEB DESK: Bollywood star Akshay Kumar and wife Twinkle Khanna narrowly escaped an accident on Monday night after their convoy was involved in a road...
Australia shuts dozens of east coast beaches after shark attacks
WEB DESK: Dozens of beaches along Australia’s east coast, including Sydney, were closed after four shark attacks in two days. Recent heavy rains caused murky...
Field Marshal Asim Munir visits National Police Academy, pays tribute to martyrs
ISLAMABAD: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir paid a visit to the National Police Academy in Islamabad, where he was warmly welcomed by the Commandant of...
Raja Nasir Abbas appointed opposition leader in Senate
ISLAMABAD: The Senate Secretariat has confirmed Allama Raja Nasir Abbas as the new leader of the opposition after weeks of delay due to legal and...
Gold prices hit historic high in global and local markets
KARACHI: Gold prices surged to record highs in both international and domestic markets on Tuesday, driven by strong global gains. In the international bullion market,...
Pakistan is set to issue global bonds, marking its return after a four-year gap
ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced Pakistan’s plan to re-enter the global bond market after a four-year gap, citing improved macroeconomic stability. He stated that...
Gul Plaza tragedy day 3: Death toll climbs to 26, with over 70 still missing
KARACHI: The Gul Plaza tragedy in Karachi has entered its third day, with rescue teams still recovering victims under perilous conditions. Officials report the death...
Shaban moon not sighted, Shab-e-Barat on Feb 3
ISLAMABAD: The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee announced on Monday that the Shaban moon was not sighted across the country. Chairman Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad confirmed that...
Five militants killed in CTD operation near Quetta
QUETTA: In a counter-terrorism effort, five militants were neutralized during an intelligence-based operation conducted by the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD). The operation was initiated following...
Gul Plaza tragedy: 15 more bodies recovered, toll mounts to 23
KARACHI: A catastrophic fire at Gul Plaza on M.A. Jinnah Road has plunged the city into distress. Authorities report that the inferno, which erupted on...
Haris Rauf criticizes government in response to Gul Plaza tragedy
Web Desk: Fast bowler Haris Rauf of the national cricket team has voiced sharp criticism against the government following the tragic Gul Plaza incident, labeling...
Blast in Afghan capital leaves two Chinese citizens critically injured
WEB DESK: A deadly blast at a restaurant in central Kabul on Monday caused multiple casualties, leaving two Chinese citizens critically injured. The explosion occurred...
Pakisttan plans 5G spectrum auction during Ramadan
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information Technology, Shaza Fatima, has announced that Pakistan’s 5G spectrum auction is scheduled during Ramadan, with plans to finalize the process...
‘Pakistan’s agri sector holds immense economic potential’
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan has the potential to transform its agri-economy in months. He was addressing the Pak-China Agri-Investment Conference in Islamabad...
IMF projects Pakistan’s economic growth rate at 3.2%, falling short of Govt target
ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has published its latest World Economic Outlook, highlighting significant gaps between Pakistan’s official economic goals and forecasts from global...
Court Extends Interim Bail of Ducky Bhai’s Wife Aroob Jatoi Until February 4
LAHORE: A sessions court on Monday extended the interim bail of Aroob Jatoi, wife of popular YouTuber Ducky Bhai, in a case concerning the promotion...
Putin receives US invitation to join Gaza Peace Council
WEB DESK: Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Monday that Russian President Vladimir Putin has been invited to join the “Board of Peace,” a new...
Gul Plaza incident: Sindh CM announces Rs10 million in compensation for victims’ families
KARACHI: The Sindh government announced Rs10 million in financial aid for the families affected by the Gul Plaza fire tragedy. Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad...
New Zealand seal first ODI series win in India
WEB DESK: New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips showcased an exceptional stretch of batting with centuries that paved the way for a 41-run victory...
Gold prices hit all-time high in Pakistan
KARACHI: The price of gold in Pakistan and worldwide saw a significant surge on Monday, setting a new record high for the precious metal. As...
Clash Among Rebel Groups in Colombia Leaves Nearly 27 Dead
WEB DESK: A clash between rival leftist rebel groups in Colombia’s Amazon has left 27 dead, the groups split from the FARC guerrilla force after...
PMD forecasts rain and snowfall in upland areas and dense fog in plains nationwide.
WEB DESK: Cold and dry conditions are anticipated to dominate across much of the country on Monday, while hilly regions are expected to face extremely...
High-speed train collision in southern Spain kills at least 24
WEB DESK: A high-speed train derailment in southern Spain on Sunday near Adamuz, Cordoba, caused a devastating collision with an oncoming train, killing at least...
Gul plaza fire extinguished: Death toll rises to 14
Karachi: The catastrophic fire at Gul Plaza required over 33 hours before responders could bring the situation under control. The disaster left a harrowing toll,...
Punjab permits Basant festivities to take place in parks alongside rooftops
LAHORE: The Punjab government has announced that Basant celebrations will now extend beyond rooftops to include public parks and open spaces throughout the province. Officials...
Massive fire breaks out at Karachi Port’s KICT terminal, engulfing 20 containers in flames
KARACHI: A massive fire erupted at Karachi International Container Terminal (KICT) on Friday, engulfing 20 containers and halting operations for two ships. The blaze, suspected...
Babar Azam appears unhappy after Smith refuses single in BBL clash
WEB DESK: Babar Azam looked visibly upset when teammate Steve Smith opted against taking a single on the final delivery of an over during the...
India’s economic reforms are a failure of Modi government; Wall Street Journal
WEB DESK: The Wall Street Journal delivered a sharp critique of the Indian government, accusing it of pursuing weak and inconsistent economic reforms under Prime...
KP allocates Rs 200 million for restoration of Dilip Kumar, Raj Kapoor’s ancestral homes
PESHAWAR: The government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has embarked on an ambitious cultural restoration project, dedicating Rs200 million to revive historical sites connected to legendary film...
Kuwait plans to close private schools in residential areas
WEB DESK: Kuwait has unveiled plans to close all private schools operating within residential areas by the end of 2028. This decision stems from growing...
WHO chief reaffirms full support to achieve polio-free Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to making Pakistan polio-free, commending the country’s strong political resolve to eradicate the virus....
ECP suspends 32 NA members for not submitting asset declarations
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has taken action against 32 members of the National Assembly (NA) by suspending their memberships due to their...
PDMA issues weather alerts about strong cold wave in Punjab, KP
LAHORE: Punjab’s prolonged dry spell is expected to end with the arrival of a westerly weather system, bringing rain to most districts and snowfall to...