India to manufacture fighter Jet engines with French collaboration
WEB DESK: India is set to begin domestic production of fighter jet engines in partnership with a French company. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh revealed during...
4 facilitators of fitna al-khawarij detained in Rawalpindi, Hasanabdal
RAWALPINDI: Security forces arrested 4 facilitators of fitna al-khawarij , Suspects released threatening video online, warning of action on Aug 11nnn Security forces have arrested...
CJCSC General Sahir Meets Uzbekistan President, Top Security Officials: ISPR
WEB DESK: General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), paid a courtesy call on Shavkat Mirziyoyev, President of Uzbekistan. ...
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang reaches in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Li has arrived Islamabad to jointly lead the Strategic Dialogue scheduled for tomorrow. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator...
NCCIA granted power to freeze properties under new cybercrime rules
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has introduced a sweeping set of new rules for the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), enhancing its authority to combat...
KP Floods: Relief Efforts Continue as Death Toll Exceeds 300
PESHAWAR: The devastating floods in northern Pakistan have claimed over 300 lives, with Buner reporting the highest fatalities at 184. According to the National Disaster...
Two Pakistani players advance to quarterfinals at Johns Creek Clemens open
WEB DESK: Top-ranked Asim Khan and Ashab Irfan have moved into the quarterfinal stage of the Johns Creek Open 2025, a $12,000 PSA Challenger tournament,...
Oman Announces Fully Funded Scholarships for Pakistani Students for 2025–26
KARACHI: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has announced the opening of applications for the Omani Scholarship Program 2025–26, which provides fully financed scholarships for Pakistani...
Field Marshal Asim Munir receives Azerbaijan’s Patriotic war medal
RAWALPINDI: In a significant diplomatic gesture, Azerbaijan’s First Deputy Minister of Defence and Chief of the General Staff, Colonel General Karim Valiyev, awarded Pakistan’s Army...
16,000 Pakistanis jailed abroad; 10,290 in Saudi Arabia: NA told
ISLAMABAD: National Assembly told 13,852 prisoners held in 3 countries with which Pakistan has extradition deals The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has revealed that 15,953...
Pakistan women’s cricket team secures dominant eight-wicket victory over Ireland in series finale
DUBLIN: In the third and final T20I of the series at Clontarf Cricket Club Ground on Sunday, Pakistan’s women’s cricket team achieved a commanding eight-wicket...
Agenda finalized for Pakistan Football Federation executive committee meeting
ISLAMABAD: The agenda for the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) Executive Committee meeting has been finalized. PFF has sent a fifteen-point agenda to the Executive Committee...
Senate Secretariat declares Shibli Faraz Ineligible, chair of opposition seat vacant
ISLAMABAD: The Senate Secretariat has officially issued a notification declaring the position of Leader of the Opposition vacant. According to the notification issued by the...
National Assembly Approves Pakistan Land Port Authority Bill 2025
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly has approved the Pakistan Land Port Authority (PLPA) Bill 2025, aimed at enhancing the facilitation of goods and passenger movement at...
Pakistan cricket board suspends Haider Ali
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has suspended Haider Ali, the national team batsman. According to PCB, Haider Ali is currently involved in an investigation...
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Military Helicopter Crash in Ghana, 9 People Killed Including Minister of Defense
WEB DESK: Ghana’s ministers of defence and environment have died in a military helicopter crash in the central Ashanti region, along with six other people,...
UK announces fully funded chevening scholarships for pakistani applicants
ISLAMABAD: The United Kingdom has announced the opening of applications for its prestigious Chevening Scholarships, which provide full financial support for Pakistani mid-career professionals to...
Islamabad blocks PTI’s petition for august 5 rally at F-9 park
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad administration rejected Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) proposal to hold a large public gathering at F-9 Park on August 5, as announced on Monday....
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to Arrive in Islamabad Tomorrow for Two-Day State Visit: FO
ISLAMABAD: : Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is scheduled to arrive in Pakistan on Saturday for a two-day official visit, the Foreign Office announced on Friday....
After Trump’s Threat, India restraint Purchasing Russian Oil
NEW DELHI: Following a warning from U.S. President Donald Trump, India’s state-owned oil refineries have halted their purchases of Russian oil. Sources told foreign...
Aamir Khan set to transform the Industry with ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ release strategy
WEB DESK: Aamir Khan is once again poised to make a significant impact on the entertainment landscape with his unconventional approach to releasing his latest...
Pakistan’s July Inflation forecasted to remain between 3.5% and 4.5%, says Finance Ministry
KARACHI: The Ministry of Finance has forecasted that headline inflation will stay within the range of 3.5% to 4.5% for July 2025, citing easing inflationary...
Tourists Safely Evacuated After Landslide Blocks Saiful Muluk Lake Route
PESHAWAR: A major landslide, triggered by a sudden cloudburst, stranded over 60 jeeps carrying tourists on the road to Saiful Muluk Lake near Naran, Khyber...
CM Punjab announced phase 2 of internship program
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has officially launched the second phase of the Chief Minister’s Internship Program, providing a major boost to both youth...
Iran, European nations engage in “candid” nuclear negotiations as UN sanctions threaten
TEHRAN: Iran’s deputy foreign minister reaffirms the country’s core principles and notes that ongoing discussions will continue. Iran announced it will persist with nuclear negotiations...
Legendary WWE superstar Hulk Hogan passes away at 71
WEB DESK: The legendary wrestler, whose real name is Terry Gene Bollea, was transported via ambulance but has since been confirmed dead at age 71....
Lahore to Introduce Electric Tram Service
LAHORE: Following the success of the Orange Line train and electric buses, Lahore is set to introduce electric trams to its public transportation network. The...
Pakistan reaffirms commitment to SDGs, calls for global financial reform
NEW YORK: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar emphasized Pakistan’s steadfast dedication to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), highlighting ongoing efforts...
World’s first robot capable of self-replacing Its battery
WEB DESK: In China, the world’s first robot has been developed that can replace its own battery independently. The robot, named Walker S2, has been...
Libyan Military leader meets Field Marshal Asim Munir
RAWALPINDI: Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar, The commander in Chief of the Libyan Armed Forces, visited the General Headquarters and met Chief of Army Staff,...
CM Sindh Murad Ali Shah approves Rs.100 million funding for Asia Cup Wheelchair Cricket Event
KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah announced a substantial financial commitment of Rs100 million to support the upcoming Asia Cup Wheelchair Cricket Tournament,...
Today last date for Registration for Hajj 2026
Islamabad: Friday is the last date for Registration for Hajj 2026. According to Spokesperson of the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony,Muhammad Umar Butt,...
No evidence linking Pakistan to pahalgam attack: Bilawal Bhutto
KARACHI: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman and former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has said that the Indian government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi has failed...
Pakistan’s Dr. Rana Javed Conquers killer mountain Nanga Parbat ’The world’s ninth highest peak’
KARACHI: Renowned Pakistani surgeon and mountaineer Dr. Rana Hassan Javed achieved a remarkable feat on Friday by summiting Nanga Parbat, the world’s ninth-highest and one...
PM Shehbaz Praises Bilawal, Team for Successfully Highlighting Pakistan’s Narrative on Global Stage
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has lauded Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and his team for their impactful diplomatic efforts during...
Iran Foreign Minister to Visit Russia for Talks with Putin Following U.S. Strikes
TEHRAN: Abbas Araghchi highlighted the “strong strategic partnership” between Tehran and Moscow as he announced his upcoming trip shortly after the U.S. carried out airstrikes...
Haveli Investments to buy AI database firm Couchbase for about 1.5 billion-dollar
WEB DESK: Haveli Investments will acquire Couchbase (BASE.O), for about $1.5 billion, the companies said on Friday, as the private equity firm looks to capitalize on...
Govt likely to impose 9.5% tax on non-filers’ property sales
ISLAMABAD: A record 9.5% withholding tax has been proposed to be imposed on non-filers selling property worth Rs100 million or more by the Government of...
Iran strikes more than 100 ballistic Missiles at israel
TEHRAN: Iran Launches Retaliatory Attack, Fires Over 100 Ballistic Missiles at Israel. The Israeli military claimed that Iran has fired missiles towards Israel.The Israeli Defense...
Indo-Pak Conflict: Bilawal-Led Diplomatic Mission to Visit US on June 2 to Present Pakistan’s Case
ISLAMABAD: Amid escalating tensions between Pakistan and India, a high-level diplomatic mission led by former Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari will depart for the United...
PM Shehbaz Thanks Azerbaijan for Support During Conflict with India
WEB DESK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev during an official visit on Tuesday, where he thanked the government and people...
President, PM, COAS visit Sqn Ldr Usman Yousuf Shaheed’s house
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir on Friday visited the house of Squadron...
Pakistan and India DGMOs hold third hotline call, reaffirm ceasefire on LoC
ISLAMABAD: Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of Pakistan and India conducted their third direct hotline communication, focusing on the current situation along the Line...
Meteor shower lights up Karachi with spectacular display
KARACHI: A breathtaking meteor shower illuminated the skies over Karachi in the late night, bringing a rare moment of awe and wonder to the city’s...
Youm-e-Tahaffuz-e-Namoos-e-Risalat being observed all over country today
Web Desk: Youm-e-Tahaffuz-e-Namoos-e-Risalat is being observed all over the country today (Saturday). The purpose of the day is to highlight the importance of the sanctity...
Justice Sarfraz Dogar has taken oath as acting CJ of IHC
ISLAMABAD: Justice Sarfraz Dogar takes oath as acting Chief Justice Islamabad High Court. Asif Ali Zardari administered the oath to Justice Sardar Ejaz Ishaq Khan...
PCB finalizes schedule for champions trophy opening ceremony, sources
LAHORE: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly finalized plans for the opening ceremony of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. According to the sources, Chairman PCB...
Pakistan welcomes ceasefire agreement in Gaza
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has welcomed the ceasefire agreement in Gaza. Spokesperson of the Foreign Office says, the Gaza ceasefire on January 15, 2025 is welcome, Pakistan...
Saudi Prince Mansoor meeting with Maryam Nawaz, invitation to invest in Punjab
Lahore: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif invited Prince Mansoor of Saudi Arabia to invest in Punjab. CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz was met by Prince...
Indian Stag Crosses into Pakistan, Captured Near ZTBL
WEB DESK: An Indian stag was reported to have crossed the Pakistani border on Friday, entering the premises of Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL). According...