PM vows to boost country’s exports to $60 billion by 2029
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, on the completion of one-year of his government, has expressed the resolve of increasing exports to sixty billion dollars by...
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Week-long Eid holidays expected in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Eidul Fitr 2025 is expected to bring a long-awaited week-long holiday in Pakistan, with many anticipating a festive break from March 29 to April...
WhatsApp’s latest update simplifies calling for better user experience
WEB DESK: The update improves calling in both individual and group chats, simplifying the process. WhatsApp has launched a new feature aimed at enhancing the...
India beats Australia by four wickets in CT semi-final 2025
DUBAI: India defeated Australia by four wickets in Champions Trophy, Australia had given India target of 265 runs in the first semi-final played at the Dubai...
ATC extends Armaghan’s physical remand till March 10
KARACHI: An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Karachi extended the physical remand of primary suspect Armaghan in the Mustafa Amir murder case till March 10, whereas...
PM Shehbaz calls for unity, highlights economic gains in cabinet address
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Tuesday called on all political stakeholders to unite for national progress during a special federal cabinet meeting marking his government’s...
Helmet made mandatory to enter these Karachi roads
KARACHI: The Karachi traffic authorities have decided to impose a strict helmet law on three major roads in the city in a bid to curb...
Australia set 265-run target for India in CT semi-final
DUBAI: Australia have given India target of 265 runs in the first semi-final played at the Dubai International Stadium. Steve Smith scored 73 runs and Alex...
PSX witnesses positive trend, as 100-index gain 756 points
KARACHI: Today was a positive trading day at the Pakistan Stock Exchange, where the 100 Index saw an increase. At the end of today’s trading,...
Massive increase in gold price
KARACHI: The price of gold in the country has suddenly increased by thousands of rupees. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewelers Association, today...
Over 500 Pakistanis trapped in Myanmar scam centres
WEB DESK: Hundreds of young men from Pakistan are trapped in online scam centres in a seedy Myanmar border town, where they are forced to...
Two terrorist attacks in DG Khan foiled
D.G.Khan: Security forces successfully foiled two terrorist attacks in Dera Ghazi Khan, forcing militants to flee after a strong police response, a police spokesperson confirmed....
PSCA launches real-time tracking system for 15 helpline complaints
LAHORE: Punjab Safe Cities Authority (PSCA) has launched a modern tracking portal to ensure timely and effective resolution of complaints registered through the 15 helpline....
Afghan military commander involved in terrorism ‘killed in Pakistan’
ISLAMABAD: Security sources have confirmed the identity of an Afghan militant killed in an operation in Pakistan, revealing his involvement in terrorism. According to the...
Pakistan’s T20 and ODI squads finalized!
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s team for the upcoming tour of New Zealand is anticipated to be released tomorrow, according to sources on Monday. Insiders claim that the...
Israel blocks humanitarian aid entering Gaza
GAZA: Israel has blocked humanitarian aid entering Gaza, leading to fears of food shortages in the Palestinian enclave. Various countries, including Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt,...
LHC grants 33 new civil judges
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Monday approved the appointment of 33 new civil judges in the subordinate courts. Following the approval of LHC Chief...
NAB recovers looted money of four housing projects in twin cities
ISLAMABAD: The National Accountability Bureau has recovered and returned the looted money to the affectees of four housing projects in Rawalpindi and Islamabad. A ceremony...
Four die, nine injured in KP rain-related incidents: PDMA
PESHAWAR: Four people died and nine injured in various incidents in recent spell of rainfall in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the PDMA said in a report on...
Peshawar High Court Suspends Notification of Gas Tariff Increase for Industrial Consumers
PESHAWAR: The Peshawar High Court has suspended the notification regarding the increase in gas tariffs for industrial consumers. The court heard a petition against the...
Pakistan’s senior players to miss New Zealand tour
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to rest senior players including Captain Mohammad Rizwan for the New Zealand tour after the side’s early...
Major incident in Germany: car hits crowd in Mannheim
WEB DESK: On Monday, a major incident was declared in Mannheim city, Germany, after a car collided with a group of pedestrians in the city...
Inflation cools to 113-month low at 1.5% in Feb as slide continues
ISLAMABAD: Marking its lowest level since September 2015, Consumer Price Index-based (CPI) inflation in Pakistan declined to 1.5% year-on-year (YoY) in February 2025 compared to...
Kalat suicide attack: FC soldier martyred, four injured
KALAT: A suicide bombing targeted a Frontier Corps (FC) convoy in Baluchistan’s Kalat district on Monday, resulting in the martyrdom of one soldier and injuries...
PSX Experiences a Negative Day, Decline in 100-Index
KARACHI: Today was a negative day for business at the Pakistan Stock Exchange, and a decline was observed in the 100 Index. At the close...
Gold price increases in Pakistan
KARACHI: The rate of gold increased by Rs.1,500 per tola According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewelers Association, the price of gold per tola...
Pakistan, IMF to begin $7 billion loan review talks today
ISLAMABAD: Negotiations between Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for the review of the $7 billion loan program will commence today. According to details,...
Kabul, a city of five million, is grappling with widespread poverty and unemployment
KABUL: Many people including women and children begging on the streets due to poverty and unemployment. According to the detail, many people, including women and...
FIFA lifts ban as Pakistan set to return to international football
WEB DESK: The International Federation of Football Association (FIFA) has lifted the ban on the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF), following the successful constitutional amendments. According...
Traffic accident involving heavy vehicle claims another life in Karachi
KARACHI: A man was killed in a traffic accident in Karachi on Sunday, as fatalities involving heavy vehicles continue to rise in the metropolis, police...
Inflation rate drops from 38% to 3% in Pakistan: Says Rana Sanaullah
FAISALABAD: Prime Minister’s adviser and senior PML-N leader Rana Sanaullah has claimed that Pakistan’s inflation rate has dropped significantly from 38% to just 3% Speaking...
SFJ holds car rally in Fresno, promotes March 23 Khalistan referendum
WEB DESK: The pro-Khalistan group Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) organized a large-scale car rally in Fresno, Califorinia, where participants chanted anti-India slogans and protested Indian...
Sahulat Bazaars established in Gujranwala, Wazirabad
GUJRANWALA: As part of the CM Ramadan Relief Program, convenience markets (Sahulat Bazars) have been established in Gujranwala and Wazirabad. According to the Deputy Commissioner,...
Champions Trophy: India Defeats New Zealand by 44 Runs
DUBAI: The match between India and New Zealand was played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, where the Kiwis won the toss and decided to...
Power Minister calls on PM in Lahore
LAHORE: Minister of Power Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Shareef in Lahore. According to detail, the Minister of Power Sardaar...
China’s DeepSeek claims theoretical cost-profit ratio of 545pc per day
BEIJING: Chinese AI startup DeepSeek on Saturday disclosed some cost and revenue data related to its hit V3 and R1 models, claiming a theoretical cost-profit...
Several mega events organized in Baluchistan
QUETTA: The civil administration and the Pakistan Army jointly organized several mega events in Baluchistan successfully over the past three months. These include Jhal Magsi...
SNGPL issues new schedule for gas supply during Ramadan
KARACHI: The Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) has issued a new schedule for the supply of gas to different parts of Lahore during Sehri...
Failure to Control Inflation: Iranian Parliament Dismisses Finance Minister
TEHRAN: Due to inflation and the devaluation of the Iranian rial, the Iranian Parliament has voted to remove Finance Minister Abdolnasser Hemmati from his position...
New Zealand restrict India to 249 in Champions Trophy clash
DUBAI: New Zealand restricted India to 249 in the final group-stage game of the Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday. According to detail, India scored 249-9 in...
Sharjeel Memon distributes solar equipment in Tandojam
TANDOJAM: The Senior Sindh Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon distributed solar equipment among beneficiaries of the Sindh Solar Energy Project in Tandojam. Speaking on the occasion,...
First phase of ceasefire between Hamas, Israel completed
GAZA: The first phase of the ceasefire, which has been ongoing since January 19, has been completed. In this phase, a swap took place between...
Training is cornerstone of soldier’s professional growth: COAS Asim Munir
RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir on Saturday visited Bahawalpur Cantonment, where he was briefed on the operational preparedness and training activities...
Security alert at mosques, other worship places in Punjab as Ramazan begins
LAHORE: Security has been tightened across Punjab during Ramadan, with mosques and other places of worship placed under high alert. Punjab Police Inspector General (IG)...
Punjab govt approves project of expansion of Murree’s Mall Road
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has given approval for the expansion of Murree’s Mall Road. She granted the approval in Lahore on Saturday....
Kurdish fighters declare ceasefire with Turkiye after 40 years of armed struggle
WEB DESK: Outlawed Kurdish militants on Saturday declared a ceasefire with Turkiye following a landmark call by jailed PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan asking the group to...
Holy month of Ramadan starting in Pakistan from tomorrow
LAHORE: Holy month of Ramadan is commencing in Pakistan from Sunday. With the commencement of Ramadan, people are gearing up for a month of spiritual growth,...
President, PM extend Ramadan greetings to nation
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif issued on Saturday messages to the nation, extending their heartfelt greetings for the blessed month...
Kiara Advani, Sidharth Malhotra announce pregnancy in sweet post
WEB DESK: Bollywood stars, Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra, have announced their pregnancy via sweet social media post. The couple, who tied the knot on...
CTD detains 20 alleged terrorists in intelligence-based operations across Punjab
LAHORE: The Counter Terrorism Department has arrested 20 alleged terrorists during multiple intelligence-based operations in different cities of Punjab. A CTD spokesperson said the operations...