Karachi heatwave worsens as ‘Feels Like’ temperature hits 46°C
KARACHI: A severe heatwave has gripped Karachi, with the actual temperature climbing to 40°C while the “feels like” temperature has surged to 46°C, according to...
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Grand Hyatt / BNP Lease Case: Key Facts and Legal Status
ISLAMABAD: The controversy surrounding the Grand Hyatt (BNP) project has resurfaced, with fresh enforcement actions highlighting long-standing legal and financial irregularities. The Capital Development Authority...
Tehran sends 14-point peace proposal to U.S. covering regional conflicts, Hormuz framework
TEHRAN: Iranian media outlets have reported that Tehran has delivered a comprehensive 14-point peace proposal to the United States, aimed at halting conflicts across multiple...
CDA suspends Land retrieval drive after PM halts skyscraper action
ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has temporarily suspended its operations against informal settlements in Islamabad following widespread criticism over the government’s handling of the...
SSP’s son arrested after clash at DHA checkpoint in Karachi
KARACHI: A routine late-night checkpoint in Karachi’s Defence Housing Authority turned into a major controversy after a confrontation between a young man reportedly the son...
CM Afridi inaugurates Peshawar Ring Road Northern Section
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi inaugurated the Peshawar Ring Road Northern Section Package One. Under the project, a 2.1-km long missing link...
Man killed in Karachi sheesha café during altercation
KARACHI: A man lost his life in a shooting incident at a sheesha lounge situated in Gulistan-e-Johar, Block 3. According to police sources, the victim...
Punjab implements strict regulations for Kite-Flying in 2027
LAHORE:The Punjab Home Department has introduced comprehensive safety protocols for kite-flying activities scheduled for 2027, emphasizing the importance of public safety. The new rules authorize...
Awais Leghari declares end to power load-shedding
ISLAMABAD: Minister for Power Awais Leghari has officially announced that the power load-shedding across the country has concluded. In a video message, he shared that...
Trump considers military options as Iran war deadline nears
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump is exploring new military strategies amid mounting tensions with Iran, as the deadline for congressional approval on military action approaches. Despite...
President Zardari returns to Pakistan following five-day official visit to China
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has left Sanya to return to Pakistan after concluding a five-day official visit to China. At the airport, he was...
ISPR announces Pakistan security forces eliminate 13 militants in border operations
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan’s security agencies successfully thwarted two infiltration attempts along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, resulting in the death of 13 militants, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR)...
Pakistan, other countries condemn Israeli attack on Global Sumud Flotilla
WEB DESK: The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of twelve countries including Pakistan have condemned in the strongest terms the Israeli assault on the Global Sumud...
Labour day marked nationwide to honour workers’ contributions
WEB DESK: International Labour Day is being observed across Pakistan, as in many parts of the world, to recognise and appreciate the vital role of...
Pakistan secures LNG shipment to ease energy shortfall amid global crisis
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has received a much-needed liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipment, providing timely relief to its strained energy sector amid ongoing global supply challenges. After...
Fuel price hike challenged in Islamabad Federal Court
ISLAMABAD: A fresh surge in petroleum prices, including petrol, has been legally challenged in the Federal Constitutional Court. The petition lists the Government of Pakistan...
US official declares Iran ceasefire ‘Ended’ hostilities ahead of war powers deadline
WASHINGTON: A ceasefire between the United States and Iran, initiated in early April, has officially “ended” hostilities between the two nations for the purposes of...
Govt hiked fuel prices from May1,2026
ISLAMABAD: The government of Pakistan has announced a fresh increase in petroleum prices, with the petrol price raised by Rs. 6.51 per litre, according to...
Sindh govt decides to continue petrol subsidy for motorcycle riders
KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has announced that the province will maintain the petrol subsidy for motorcycle owners, providing ongoing relief to low-income...
Punjab launches ‘First-Ever’ mega film city in Lahore
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has unveiled plans for the province’s inaugural 50-acre Punjab Film City in Lahore, a project aimed at boosting local...