Justice Aminuddin likely to Head of federal constitutional court
ISLAMABAD: There is a possibility that Justice Aminuddin will be appointed as the head of the Federal Constitutional Court. A notification regarding this appointment is...
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NA approves historic Army act amendment: Army Chief to serve as Chief of Defense Forces for five years
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly has approved the Army Act 2025 following the passage of the 27th Constitutional Amendment, now the army chief will serve as...
SC Judges Justice Mansoor Ali Shah, Justice Athar Minallah Resign
Islamabad: Justice Mansoor Ali Shah and Justice Athar Minallah of the Supreme Court has resigned from his position following the 27th Constitutional Amendment. As per...
Massive hikes in gold price
KARACHI: The rate of gold increased by Rs.8300 per tola in Pakistan to Rs. 443,062. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Associations, the...
PSX witnesses positive trend, as gain 2473 points
KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange seen positive trend, achieved 2473 points and closed at 160,657. On the fourth day of business week, the Pakistan Stock Exchange...
Govt to enforce vehicle without E-Tag entry ban in Islamabad following suicide bombing
ISLAMABAD: In response to the recent deadly suicide bombing near the Judicial Complex that resulted in 12 fatalities and numerous injuries, the federal government has...
President Zardari signs 27th constitutional amendment Into law after parliamentary approval
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari officially signed the 27th Constitutional Amendment into law on Thursday after receiving parliamentary approval, making it an official part of...
WB to support Punjab Govt for projects of climate change
LAHORE: World Bank’s Global Director for Climate Change, Valerie Hickey, has praised Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz for her efforts to address climate change impact...
Sri Lankan cricket team agrees to continue Pakistan tour after PCB security guarantee
RAWALPINDI: Following assurances from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), the Sri Lankan cricket team has decided to proceed with their tour of Pakistan. A statement...
Field Marshal Asim Munir personally supervised wana college operation; Students, Teachers praise army’s courage
RAWALPINDI: In a significant development, security sources revealed that Field Marshal Asim Munir was directly involved in overseeing the operation at Cadet College Wana following...
Karachi security threat rumor goes viral; Sindh govt clarifies
KARACHI: The Sindh Home Department has issued a clear denial regarding circulating reports of a security threat alert for Karachi, emphasizing that no such notification...
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari calls equal provincial representation in FCC a historic milestone
ISLAMABAD: Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, described the inclusion of equal provincial representation in the Federal Constitutional Courtintroduced through the...
Sri Lanka cricket team abruptly withdraws from Pakistan tour amid security concerns
RAWALPINDI: The spokesperson for the Sri Lanka Cricket team has confirmed that the Sri Lankan squad is departing Pakistan before completing their tour. According to...
Three Dow University Students Drown at Karachi Beach
KARACHI: In a tragic incident at Karachi’s Manora Beach, three students lost their lives while swimming in the sea, with two others being rescued on...
Dacoit Sultan Shah killed in Sukkur police clash; last video surfaces online
SUKKUR: Sultan Shah, a notorious bandit, along with his son Hubdar Ali Shah, was shot dead on Wednesday during a police confrontation in the C-Section...
National Assembly approves 27th constitutional amendment bill amid walkout by opposition
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly passed the 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill with a two-thirds majority on Wednesday, just two days after the Senate endorsed the legislation,...
KP Aman Jirga: CM Afridi criticizes secrecy in Anti-Terror strategies; ANP calls for focus on Provincial priorities
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi on Wednesday expressed concern over the lack of transparency in the formulation of anti-terror policies, emphasizing that decisions...
Pakistan NA votes on 27th amendment amid political turmoil
ISLAMABAD: The voting process for Pakistan’s 27th Amendment bill is currently underway in the National Assembly, following a closely contested division vote. The session was marked...
Pakistan threatens possible cross-border strike in Afghanistan after terror attacks, asserts Asif
ISLAMABAD: Defense Minister Khawaja Asif issued a stark warning on Tuesday, suggesting that Pakistan might conduct retaliatory strikes inside Afghanistan in response to recent terrorist...
Punjab enhances security measures amid rising terror threats
LAHORE: The Punjab Home Department has elevated the security level across the entire province in response to recent terrorist incidents in South Waziristan and Islamabad,...
Pakistan defeats Sri Lanka by 6 runs in an exciting first One-Day match
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan took a 1-0 lead in the three-match One-Day International (ODI) series after a thrilling victory over Sri Lanka by 6 runs in the...
Google Maps launches gemini-powered AI tools for seamless Interactive map projects
WEB DESK: Google Maps is unveiling a suite of innovative AI-powered tools designed to empower developers and users to craft highly interactive and customized mapping...
Pakistan Ranks 5th Cheapest Country for Public Transit Worldwide
DUBAI: Pakistani residents enjoy some of the most affordable public transportation fares compared to many other countries. According to a 2025 report by an Australian...
PML-N senator Irfan Siddiqui passes away in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: Senator Irfan Siddiqui, a senior leader of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), succumbed to a brief illness in Islamabad last night. Prominent political figures,...
NADRA advises married citizens to update marital status in records
ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has issued an advisory urging all married individuals to update their marital information in official records promptly...
Mustafa Kamal urges PIMS to ensure Top-Quality care for blast victims
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Health Syed Mustafa Kamal visited the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) in Islamabad to assess the medical treatment being provided...
Commemoration of A Nayyar’s Ninth death anniversary Today
LAHORE: Today marks the ninth anniversary of the passing of legendary playback singer A Nayyar. Born as Arthur Nayyar in 1950 in Sahiwal, he embarked...
Cargo Aircraft Crashes in Georgia
ANKARA: Turkish C-130 military cargo aircraft has crashed and been destroyed in Georgia. The Ministry stated that the aircraft was en route back to Turkey...
First ODI: Pakistan set 300-run target for Sri Lanka
RAWALPINDI: Salman Ali Agha delivered a commanding unbeaten century, while Hussain Talat contributed a valuable 62, as Pakistan set a competitive total of 299 runs...
Afghan social media posts before Islamabad court explosion spark security concerns
ISLAMABAD: Prior to the Islamabad court blast, social media posts originating from Afghanistan have sparked numerous questions and concerns. The explosion at Islamabad’s district courts...
CCTV footage of Islamabad suicide blast emerges
ISLAMABAD: Footage from CCTV cameras capturing the recent suicide bombing near the Islamabad Kacheri has come to light. The video depicts a police vehicle arriving...
FIA launches probe against NCCIA officers over massive extortion racket tied to illegal call centres
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has registered a major case against several senior officials of the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), accusing them...
Punjab govt extends section 144 for another week
LAHORE: The Government of Punjab has extended the enforcement of Section 144 across the province for another seven days. As per spokesperson for the Home...
PECA case filed against KP CM Sohail Afridi over alleged Anti-State remarks
ISLAMABAD: Authorities have registered a case against Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) for allegedly issuing anti-state...
Joint parliamentary committee endorses full draft of 27th constitutional amendment
ISLAMABAD: The joint parliamentary committee comprising members from the Senate and National Assembly’s law and justice panels has approved the entire draft of the proposed...
Two Taliban factions, foreign-backed lobby fueling tensions with Pakistan: FO
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Office spokesperson Ambassador Tahir Hussain Andrabi said Sunday that the Afghan Taliban are not a single monolithic group: while some elements favour calm,...
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia ink pact for Hajj 2026 arrangements
JEDDAH: Pakistan and Saudi Arabia on Saturday signed a formal agreement to finalize the arrangements and facilities for Hajj 2026. The accord was inked in...
President Zardari urges nation to uphold Iqbal’s vision for a prosperous Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has called on the nation to renew its dedication to the teachings and vision of Allama Muhammad Iqbal, emphasizing that...
Syrian President Sharaa Begins historic US visit after delisting from terror blacklist
WASHINGTON: Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa landed in Washington for a landmark official visit, a day after the United States removed his name from its terrorism...
Iqbal Day being observed today
LAHORE: The 148th birth anniversary of national poet, Dr. Allama Muhammad Iqbal is being celebrated with national fervour today. The philosopher poet known as Poet...
Joint parliamentary committee begins review of 27th constitutional amendment
ISLAMABAD: The joint parliamentary committee of the Senate and National Assembly on Law and Justice convened on Sunday to begin a clause-by-clause review of the...
Shehbaz directs removal of PM immunity clause from 27th amendment draft
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered the immediate withdrawal of a proposed clause in the 27th Constitutional Amendment that sought to grant legal immunity...
Parliamentary committee reviews 27th constitutional amendment bill Today
ISLAMABAD: The Joint Parliamentary Committee on Law and Justice convened on Sunday at Parliament House to deliberate on the 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill. The session,...
Chairman Joint Chiefs Post to be abolished on November 27, says Tarar
ISLAMABAD: Federal Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar announced that the government plans to abolish the post of Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) effective...
UN hails Pakistan as key partner in global anti-narcotics campaign
ISLAMABAD: The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has commended Pakistan’s pivotal role in the international fight against narcotics, designating it as a...
Punjab CM greenlights launch of IT Internship Programme for youth
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has given approval for the launch of a new IT Internship Programme aimed at empowering young graduates across the...
Tribal elder among four gunned down in Kalat
KALAT: A local tribal elder was among four people killed when unidentified assailants ambushed their vehicle in Balochistan’s Kalat district on Saturday, officials confirmed. According...
Pakistan Army Gifts Grand Mosques to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Communities
WANA: The Pakistan Army has offered a spiritual gift to the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa by constructing and restoring several mosques across the province. In...
Deputy PM lauds positive momentum in Pak-US ties
ISLAMABAD: US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar in Islamabad. During the meeting, the Deputy Prime Minister...
Istanbul deadlock: Pakistan’s clear position vs zabihullah mujahid’s distorted narrative
ISTANBUL: The latest round of Pakistan-Afghan Taliban talks in Istanbul has once again hit an impasse, undermining ongoing regional efforts for peace and stability. Participating...