New shipment of 100 electric buses dispatched to Pakistan from China
LAHORE: The buses are currently en route from Shanghai Sea Port and are expected to arrive in Punjab within the upcoming weeks. Punjab’s Chief Minister,...
PM Shehbaz Praises Gilgit Baltistan Shepherds for Rescuing Lives from GLOF
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has commendably recognized the efforts of three local shepherds from Gilgit Baltistan who played a crucial role in saving hundreds...
PM Shehbaz Sharif inaugurates 10 million digital wallets for BISP beneficiaries
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Monday launched 10 million digital wallets for beneficiaries of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), describing it as...
Mountaineers Sirbaz, Abid become first Pakistanis to summit highest peak of Hindu Kush, Tirich Mir
PESHAWAR:Mountaineers Sirbaz Khan and Abid Baig have become the first Pakistanis to summit Tirich Mir, the highest peak of the Hindu Kush. Under the auspices...
Preparations to celebrate 1500 birthday of Holy Prophet (PBUH) in full swing at Governor House
KARACHI:Preparations to celebrate the 1500th birth anniversary of the Holy Prophet Hazrat Mohammed (PBUH) are in full swing at Sindh Governor’s House on the directives...
Field Marshal meets Chinese FM, discuss regional security
ISLAMABAD: Field Marshal general Syed Asim Munir met with Chinese Foreign Minister Mr Wang YI in Islamabad and discussed regional security, counter terrorism and mater...
NDMA predicts more heavy rain in Karachi
KARACHI: The national Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a weather alert, warning of more heavy rain in Karachi According to the NDMA, more heavy...
Aleema Khan”s son abducted, Police Chief denied any arrest
LAHORE: Alima Khan, sister of PTI Chairman Imran Khan, has alleged that four armed masked men abducted her son, Shah Riaz, from their house. According...
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. ...
Unity, solidarity in war against terrorism as guarantee of peace, prosperity, bright future of Pakistan: PM
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has termed national unity and solidarity in the war against terrorism as a guarantee of peace, prosperity and a bright...
Karachi’s Monsoon toll rises to 17 as heavy rainfall continues
KARACHI: The death toll from rain-related incidents in Karachi has increased to 17, following ongoing heavy monsoon showers that have battered the city since the...
PM expresses Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to serving humanity
Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has expressed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to serving humanity and standing with world nations in honoring those who dedicate their...
World Humanitarian Day being observed today
Web Desk: The World Humanitarian Day is being observed on Tuesday. Established by the UN in 2009, this day commemorates the anniversary of the bombing...
No player selected for Category A this year as PCB announces central contracts for 2025-2026
Lahore:The PCB announced on Tuesday that as many as 30 players have been awarded central contracts effective from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026....
1.14 million Hajj 2026 applications received under govt Hajj scheme
ISLAMABAD: Ministry of religion has updated that over 1.14 Hajj 2026 application received under government Hajj scheme. According to the spokesperson, around 14,000 applications are...
Pakistan, Iran sign agreements to strengthen trade, Agricultural ties
TEHRAN: Pakistan and Iran formalized several cooperation agreements on Monday aimed at boosting bilateral trade and collaboration in the agriculture sector. The pacts were signed...
Medical facilities be provided on immediate basis in flood-affected districts of KP, GB: Kamal
Islamabad: Minister for National Health Services Syed Mustafa Kamal has issued instructions to all concerned departments of the Ministry for immediate provision of medical facilities...
Heavy rain forecast in Karachi until Aug 22
Karachi:Monsoon rains have returned with varying intensity across Pakistan, soaking Karachi, Punjab, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. While the downpours have brought relief from scorching heat, they...
PTA restores 72 percent mobile networks, announces free calls in flood affected areas
Peshawar: Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has restored 72 percent mobile network in the flood hit areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) while it is also providing...
Govt extends Hajj 2026 applications under the government scheme till Monday
Islamabad: The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony announced an extension for Hajj 2026 applications under the government scheme. According to ministry spokesperson Muhammad...
Rain starts in Surjani Town and adjoining areas as sigh of relief in Karachi
Karachi: Rain has started in Surjani Town neighborhood of Karachi a nd its adjoining areas as sigh of relief which has decreased scorching heat. The...
Launching ceremony of PNS-M Mangro held in China
Beijing: The launching ceremony of Pakistan Navy’s third Hangor class Submarine “PNS-M Mangro” was held in China. Deputy Chief of Naval Staff Project-2, Vice Admiral...
COAS Asim Munir calls for urgent actions to aid flood-stricken areas in KP
RAWALPINDI: In a significant move, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir has issued targeted directives to assist in the ongoing relief and...
SBP launches commemorative coin to mark Marka-e-Haq victory, Independence day
ISLAMABAD: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has introduced a special Rs75 coin to honor the recent military success in Marka-e-Haq (the Battle of Truth)...
Pakistani embassies worldwide celebrate 78th Independence day with traditional Enthusiasm
ISLAMABAD: Pakistani diplomatic missions around the globe commemorated the 78th anniversary of independence through vibrant flag-raising ceremonies and activities that underscored the historical importance of...
President grants military awards to Armed forces personnel over Operation “Bunyan-Um-Marsoos”
Rawalpindi: The President of Pakistan has been pleased to grant the Military awards to the officers and soldiers of Pakistan Army, Navy and Air Force...
Pakistan Army presented Gun Salute all across country to celebrate Independence day
Islamabad: The Independence day started all across the country with gun salute in the country’s capital Islamabad as well as provincial capitals Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar...
PM hoists National flag to mark 78th Independence day of the country at Pakistan monument
ISLAMABAD:Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday hoisted the national flag to mark the celebration of the 78th Independence Day of Pakistan. The main flag hoisting...
CJCSC, All Services Chief, Armed Forces extend heartfelt felicitations to Nation on Independence Day
Islamabad: Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral...
Nation celebrates 78th Independence with renewed pledge to make country Islamic welfare state
Web Desk: The nation is celebrating the 78th Independence Day today with a renewed pledge to work with spirit of Pakistan Movement to make country...
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...
Pakistan Armed Forces to showcase defence equipment in Islamabad tomorrow
Islamabad: In celebration of Independence Day and the victory in Marka-e-Haq, Pakistan Armed Forces will showcase defence equipment at Shakarparian Parade Ground which will be...
Independence Day & Marka-e-Haq: Special grand ceremony in Islamabad today
Islamabad: A special grand ceremony will be held at Jinnah Sports Stadium in Islamabad today (Wednesday) in connection with Independence Day and victory in Marka-e-Haq....
Punjab CM announces introduction of electric buses in select districts at Rs20 fare
LAHORE: On Tuesday, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif revealed plans to introduce modern electric buses in several underdeveloped districts of Punjab, providing affordable and...
Govt focusing on professional growth of youth: PM
Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has said equipping the youth with comprehensive knowledge of modern technology and artificial intelligence is among top priorities of...
International Youth Day being observed today
Web Desk: International Youth Day is being observed on Tuesday. Each year on 12 August, International Youth Day brings global attention to the challenges and...
PM Shehbaz celebrates Gallup Survey showing record high business confidence in Pakistan’s economy
ISLAMABAD:Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed the recent Gallup Business Confidence Index, highlighting a four-year peak in business optimism regarding Pakistan’s economic outlook. In his...
Senate committee discusses hydropower development in KP and Project Progress Updates
ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Power convened on Monday, led by Senator Mohsin Aziz, to review the progress of hydropower initiatives in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa,...
FO Condemns India’s ‘Childish’ Approach in Distorting COAS Munir’s Comments, Propagating ‘Nuclear Blackmail’ Narrative
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Foreign Office has strongly criticized India for misrepresenting Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir’s recent remarks made during his visit to the...
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...
Motorway police makes tying up of seat belt mandatory during travelling on motorway
Islamabad: The Motorway Police have taken a good step regarding safety of the passengers during travelling on motorways of the country as it made tying...
2nd phase of receiving Hajj applications begins
Islamabad: The second phase of receiving hajj applications has begun. The process of receiving applications through the Ministry’s online portal and designated banks will continue...
National Minorities Day being observed today
Web Desk: The National Minorities Day is being observed today with the aim to highlight their religious and socio-economic rights in Pakistan. The declaration to...
PM meets Ikram Ullah, student from Balochistan
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday met with Ikram Ullah, a student from 2022 flood-hit area of Balochistan and expressed his pleasure at...
Pakistan clinches two golds and a silver medal at asian science camp 2025
ISLAMABAD: In a momentous achievement for the nation, Pakistani students earned two Gold Medals and one Silver Medal at the Asian Science Camp (ASC) 2025,...
Nation gears up for grand Independence day and Marka-e-Haq victory celebrations
KARACHI: Festivities are gaining momentum nationwide as preparations continue for the upcoming Independence Day of Pakistan, which this year carries added significance following the victory...
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...
Pending Case backlog at Supreme Court surges once more
ISLAMABAD: The accumulation of unresolved cases at the Supreme Court of Pakistan has once again intensified, with the total pending litigations reaching 57,153, according to...
Pakistan dispatches 18th humanitarian aid consignment to Gaza
ISLAMABAD: In a demonstration of Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to the Palestinian people, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, officiated the send-off of the...