U.S. announces plan to revoke visas for certain Chinese Students
WASHINGTON: The United States will “aggressively revoke” the visas of Chinese students studying in the country, Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced, as the...
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Elon Musk announces departure from Trump’s administration
WASHINGTON: Tech billionaire Elon Musk announced his departure from the Trump administration on Wednesday after serving as a key figure in a federal government cost-reduction...
Netanyahu says Hamas Gaza chief Mohammad Sinwar has been killed
JERUSALEM, May 28 (Reuters) – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Wednesday that Mohammad Sinwar, Hamas’ Gaza chief and the younger brother of the...
Tom Cruise pens a heartfelt thank you note as ‘Mission Impossible 8’ breaks box office records
WEBD DESK: On Tuesday, May 27, Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise took to Instagram to celebrate the phenomenal success of his latest blockbuster, Mission: Impossible –...
Israel bombs Gaza Journalist’s home, Eight lives lost
GAZA: Israeli forces targeted the home of Gaza journalist Osama al-Arbid in northern Gaza, killing at least eight people. Since dawn, at least 15 Palestinians...
Nepali climber Kami Rita sets new record with 31st Summit of Mount Everest
KATHMANDU: In a historic achievement, 55-year-old Nepali Sherpa Kami Rita has broken his own world record by summiting Mount Everest for the 31st time, reaffirming...
10,000 sq-ft Pakistani Flag to Fly High at Wagah on Youm-e-Takbeer
KARACHI: In a grand display of national pride, a colossal 10,000 square foot Pakistani flag prepared in Karachi and routed to Lahore. The flag hoisted...
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir meets with Azerbaijan’s Defence Minister
RAWALPINDI: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir met with Colonel General Hasanov Zakir Asgar Oglu, Minister of Defence of Azerbaijan, in Lachin, Azerbaijan. During the meeting,...
King Charles omits Trump’s name in Canadian speech
OTTAWA: In his 20th visit to Canada as sovereign, King Charles delivered a heartfelt speech from the Senate chamber, reflecting on his decades-long connection to...
Government announces debt and roll-over strategy for fiscal year 2025-26
WEB DESK: Pakistan’s financial authorities have released detailed plans for the upcoming fiscal year 2025-26, outlining strategies for borrowing, roll-overs, and project financing. According to...
K-Electric tariff hike, Consumers to absorb company’s recovery losses
ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has approved K-Electric’s request to recover unrecovered consumer bills through future tariffs. Starting with a recovery shortfall...
Severe weather causes casualties and damage across Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Heavy rain, thunderstorms, and windstorms have resulted in at least 12 fatalities and injured numerous others across Pakistan’s Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Azad Jammu...
Punjab, KPK and Sindh are expected to experience hot and dry weather
WEB DESK: Most parts of the country are expected to remain hot and dry, with some areas experiencing thunderstorms, gusty winds, and rain. Across the...
Pakistan’s “Fatah” Rocket System: crushing response to enemy
Bunyan um Marsoos, Pakistan Armed Forces delivered a decisive blow to enemy forces, showcasing their strategic prowess and modern weaponry. The battleground victory underscores Pakistan’s...
Pakistan’s Nuclear Capability is a Guarantee of Peace, ISPR
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan’s Armed Forces have extended heartfelt congratulations to the nation on the 27th anniversary of YOUM E TAKBEER and reaffirmed their steadfast commitment to...
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif felicitates nation on 27th Anniversary of Pakistan’s Nuclear Power Status
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is celebrating YOUM E TAKBEER with enthusiasm and patriotic fervor across the country. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended...
Pakistan marks 27th anniversary of Nuclear Achievement
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan today observes Youm-e-Takbeer, a day of national pride and reflection, commemorating the historic moment when the nation became the first Muslim-majority country to...
Four-Year-Old girl from Pakistan cured of Thalassemia using Chinese gene-editing therapy
WEB DESK: A 4-year-old Pakistani girl with severe thalassemia has been successfully treated with a Chinese-developed gene-editing drug, marking the first time the technology has...
Police officer protecting polio team martyred in shooting in Nushki
NUSHKI: In a deadly attack on an anti-polio team in the city of Nushki, a police officer has been martyred. According to the police sources,...
Supreme Court postpones hearing of Judges Transfer Case until May 29
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court has postponed the hearing of a significant case concerning the transfer of judges until May 29. The case is being heard...
Despite ceasefire, India and Pakistan engage in a a cultural cold war
WEB DESK: The Washington Post reports that the long-standing tense relations and recent violence between India and Pakistan have nearly eradicated cultural exchanges between the...
Central Ruet-Hilal Committee to hold moon sighting meeting today for Zil-Hajj
ISLAMABAD: The Central Ruet-Hilal Committee is scheduled to convene today to observe the moon of Zil-Hajj, marking the beginning of the Islamic month of Zil-Hajj....
Fuel levy expected to increase in federal budget 2025-26
ISLAMABAD: The upcoming federal budget for 2025-26 is projected to see an increase in the petroleum levy, which is likely to place additional financial pressure...
Palestinian official says Hamas agrees to Gaza proposal, Israel dismisses it
CAIRO, May 26 (Reuters) – A Palestinian official said on Monday that Hamas has agreed to a proposal by U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff for...
Most parts of the country are expected to experience rain from today until May 31.
WEB DESK: Weather forecast predicts dry and hot conditions in many regions nationwide. However, a few areas could see thunderstorms accompanied by rain. According to...
Pakistan condemns Modi’s statement as provocative and violating UN charter
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has voiced deep concern over Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent remarks, condemning them as “provocative,” “irresponsible,” and a clear breach of the...
Rain with strong winds in Rawalpindi and Islamabad, rain emergency declared
ISLAMABAD: The federal capital Islamabad and Rawalpindi experienced powerful winds accompanied by heavy rain and hail, bringing relief from the heat. According to reports, clouds...
Ashab Irfan clinches 2025 South Australian open championship title
ADELAIDE: Pakistani squash sensation Ashab Irfan claimed the title at the South Australian Open Squash Championship held in Adelaide, showcasing an impressive performance throughout the...
Section 144 imposed in Peshawar, banning airfire, drones, and kite flying
PESHAWAR: The Peshawar district administration announced on Saturday the enforcement of Section 144 around Bacha Khan Airport for a duration of two months, effective immediately....
Yunus threatens to resign amid rising political unrest
DHAKA: Bangladesh’s interim leader, Muhammad Yunus, has signaled he may step down amid escalating political unrest and mounting pressure from opposition parties. Sources close to...
Bilawal’s dual party positions challenged in LHC
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) has ordered its Registrar’s Office to revisit a petition questioning the eligibility of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal...
Depression forms over Arabian Sea, moves Eastward
KARACHI: The low-pressure system over the Arabian Sea has intensified into a depression and is moving towards the east. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department,...
President Asif Ali Zardari and PM Shehbaz appreciates Mountaineer Naila Kiani
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has extended their heartfelt felicitations to Naila Kiani for successfully summiting Kanchenjunga. President Asif Ali...
Naila Kiani reaches on new height by summiting Kanchenjunga
WEB DESK: Naila Kiani has become the first Pakistani woman to reach the summit of Kanchenjunga, the world’s third-highest peak at 8,586 meters. This achievement...
American Professor Christine Fair criticize India’s effort, India failed to intimidate Pakistan
WEB DESK: American Professor Christine Fair has publicly criticized the Indian government, stating that India has failed to intimidate Pakistan despite its efforts. During a...
IMF and Government continue to negotiate on Budget 2025-26
ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission concluded its visit to Pakistan, led by Nathan Porter, which took place from May 19 to May 23....
US announces first sanctions relief on Syria after Trump’s unexpected declaration
WASHINGTON: Trump administration has announced its first tangible actions to ease sanctions on Syria, signaling a potential thaw in U.S. Syrian relations. On Friday, the...
Joe Root sets new record in test cricket
WEB DESK: England’s batter Joe Root has achieved a significant milestone in Test cricket by setting a new record for his country. On Thursday, during...
FM Ishaq Dar and Saudi Foreign Minister hold discussion on regional developments
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister/ Deputy PM Ishaq Dar and Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held a telephonic discussion to address pressing regional issues and...
School bus attack in Khuzdar claims another life, total martyrs rise to six
BALOCHISTAN: The number of students martyred in the attack on a school bus supported by Indian-backed terrorists in Khuzdar has risen to six. According to...
Hundred Index falls below threshold, declines 167 points
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) is trading week on a negative note, with the KSE-100 Index experiencing a notable decline, down by one grade...
WHO chief begs Israel to show ‘mercy’ in Gaza
GENEVA: In an emotional appeal, the Director-General of the World Health Organization called on Israel to show compassion in the Gaza conflict. During the annual...
Pakistan rejects Modi’s ‘Baseless’ and ‘Provocative’ allegations
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan strictly rejects the Modi’s baseless, provocative, and irresponsible accusations. Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson stated that, Pakistan considers the accusations made by the...
Social Media Star Romaisa Khan claps back sharply at Suresh Oberoi
WEB DESK: Social media influencer Romaisa Khan responded sharply to Vivek Oberoi’s father Suresh Oberoi, after he made comments targeting Pakistani actors. Romaisa Khan fired...
Low-Pressure system forms over Arabian Sea
WEB DESK: A low-pressure system has formed over the Arabian Sea. It is currently located approximately 1,075 kilometers southeast of Karachi, Meteorological Department According to...
ANP calls for immediate removal of PTA Chairman over alleged incompetence
WEB DESK: Awami National Party (ANP) has formally demanded the resignation of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Chairman, accusing him of demonstrating a lack of...
Aid trucks enter in Gaza after delays as pressure mounts on Israel
CAIRO/JERUSALEM: Israel permitted 100 aid trucks carrying essential supplies such as flour, baby food, and medical equipment to enter the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, according...
Senate Passes Resolution Condemning the Khuzdar Incident
ISLAMABAD: Senate unanimously adopted a resolution condemning the recent terrorist attack on a girls’ bus in Khuzdar. The resolution was presented by Senator Agha Shah...
Pakistan ranked among world’s top 40 economies by GDP
WEB DESK: According to AKD Securities, Pakistan’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) has surpassed 400 billion US dollars for the first time, marking a major milestone...
Supreme Court adjourns Super Tax Case hearing until May 27
ISLAMABAD: Supreme Court’s constitutional bench has adjourned the hearing of the super tax case until Tuesday, May 27. The five-member bench, headed by Justice Aminuddin...