Pakistan stands in solidarity with victims of torture worldwide: FO
Islamabad: Pakistan remains gravely concerned at the widespread and systematic use of torture as an instrument of oppression in situations of foreign occupation. This was...
Int’l Day against Drug Abuse & Illicit Trafficking being observed today
Web Desk: International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking is being observed across the globe today. The day is observed on 26 June every...
International Day of the Seafarer being observed today
Islamabad: The International Day of the Seafarer is being observed today, Wednesday, June 25, 2025, to recognize the challenging and indispensable role of seafarers in...
International Day of Women in Diplomacy being observed today
Web Desk: International Day of Women in Diplomacy is being observed today (Tuesday). The day aims at raising awareness about the significant role of women...
International Widows’ Day being observed today
Web Desk: International Widows’ Day is being observed today (Monday). The day raises awareness of the injustices, economic difficulties, and societal stigmas many widowed women...
783rd annual Urs of Baba Farid Ganj Shakar (RA) underway in Pakpattan
Pakpattan: The 783rd annual fifteen-day Urs celebrations of the revered Sufi saint of the subcontinent, Hazrat Baba Fariduddin Masood Ganj Shakar (RA), are currently underway...
World Rainforest Day being observed today
Web Desk: World Rainforest Day is being observed today (Sunday). The day is aimed at raising awareness and encourages everyone to set some time aside...
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...
World Refugee Day being observed today
Web Desk: World Refugee Day is being observed today. The day honours the strength and courage of people who have been forced to flee their...
PMD Predicts Pre-Monsoon Rains Across Pakistan Starting Tomorrow
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has announced that pre-monsoon showers are expected to begin across various parts of the country from June 20 to June...
Field Marshal meeting on President Trump invitation is milestone in Pak-US relations: Khawaja Asif
Islamabad: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Thursday said that Field Marshal meet up with the US President Donald Trump is a milestone in Pakistan and...
Pakistan Navy saves injured Indian crew member aboard foreign vessel in open sea
RAWALPINDI: In a swift and successful maritime rescue operation, the Pakistan Navy saved an injured Indian crew member aboard a foreign vessel in the open...
Int’l Day for Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict being observed today
Web Desk: International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict is being observed today (Thursday). According to the United Nations, the day is...
Kamal decalres parents trust, cooperation master key for eradication of polio in meeting with GB CM
Skardu: Federal Minister for Health Syed Mustafa Kamal on Wednesday,today, met with Chief Minister Gilgit Baltistan, Haji Gulber Khan to discuss a set of health...
Int’l Day for Countering Hate Speech being observed today
Web Desk: International Day for Countering Hate Speech is being observed today (Wednesday). The day highlights global concerns over the spread of hate speech around...
Mustafa Kamal calls all sectors to unite for polio-free Pakistan
QUETTA:Federal Minister for Health Mustafa Kamal on Monday urged politicians, religious scholars, academia, civil society’s members, parents and media to use their influence with renewed...
Remittances play crucial role in strengthening national economy: PM
Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif says remittances from overseas Pakistanis have played a crucial role in significantly strengthening the national economy and foreign exchange...
International Day of Family Remittances (IDFR) being observed today
Web Desk: Today on June 16th marks the International Day of Family Remittances (IDFR), a day that recognizes the hard work and sacrifice of the...
Father’s day being celebrated globally today
Islamabad: Father’s Day is being observed today across much of the world, a special occasion dedicated to expressing respect and love for fathers and to...
World Wind Day being observed today around globe
Web Desk: Global Wind Day is observed every year on June 15 to raise awareness about the power of wind energy and its potential to...
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day being observed today
Web Desk: World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is being observed today (Sunday). The day aims to highlight the necessity of protecting and supporting older individuals...
High court orders reclamation of official vehicles from grade 20 and 21 officers in historic ruling
LAHORE: For the first time in Lahore High Court’s 150-year history, a significant decision has been made to reduce official expenses. Chief Justice Lahore High...
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...
National Assembly unanimously passes resolution opposing Israeli attack on Iran
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly of Pakistan has unanimously approved a resolution condemning the Israeli attack on Iran. The resolution was jointly presented by the government...
Fortunate man survives miraculously in Ahmedabad Air India Plane crash
Ahmedabad: A fortunate man boarding the unfateful Air India plane in Ahmedabad miraculously saved as his jumped out of the plane from the emergency gate....
World Day against Child Labour being observed today
Web Desk: World Day against the Child Labour is being observed today (Thursday). The purpose of observing the day is to grab attention on the...
PM Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif embarks on one-day official visit to the United Arab Emirates
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, along with his delegation, has departed from Islamabad for the United Arab Emirates. This visit is being conducted at...
Int’l Day for Dialogue among Civilizations being observed today
Web Desk: International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations is being observed today. The day provides an opportunity to raise awareness of the value of the...
Sana Mir becomes first Pakistani woman inducted in ICC Hall of Fame
LONDON: In a historic achievement, Sana Mir, the legendary former captain of Pakistan’s women’s cricket team, has been officially inducted into the ICC Hall of...
Government to present 18 trillion rupees budget for 2025-26 in National Assembly today
ISLAMABAD: The federal budget for the fiscal year 2025-2026 will be presented today in the National Assembly under the chairmanship of Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq....
Nation celebrates third day of Eid-ul-Adha with festivities and devotion
WEB DESK: The third day of Eid ul-Adha dawns with continued acts of sacrifice, festive gatherings, and joyous outings nationwide. As families and communities observe...
World Oceans Day observed today
Web Desk : World Oceans Day observed today (Sunday). This year the theme of the day is “Wonder: Sustaining what sustains us”. The purpose of...
Power division rejects reports of ban on two electricity meters
ISLAMABAD: The Power Division has categorically denied reports circulating on social media claiming that the government had imposed a ban on installing more than one...
Eid-ul-Adha Celebrations Sweep Pakistan with Devotion and Unity
LAHORE: Across Pakistan’s provinces, millions of Muslims marked Eid-ul-Adha with heartfelt prayers, sacrifices, and a collective call for peace, security, and prosperity. The day began...
Health experts advise consumption of moderate meat on Eid-ul-Adha to avoid health issues
Wed Desk: Eid-ul-Azha is a joyous occasion marked by sacrifices, gratitude, and sharing over the course of three days, families not only prepare a variety...
China offers Pakistan the fifth Generation J-35 stealth aircraft, HQ-19 defense system
ISLAMABAD: China has made an offer to Pakistan to supply the fifth-generation J-35 stealth aircraft and the latest HQ-19 defense system. Official accounts of the...
Prime Minister approves additional funds for Gilgit-Baltistan from Budget 2025-26
ISLAMABAD: The Prime Minister has approved additional funds for Gilgit-Baltistan in the upcoming fiscal year’s budget, allocating a total of 3.7 billion rupees for development...
President Asif Ali Zardari’s message on World Environment Day
ISLAMABAD: On the occasion of World Environment Day, President Asif Ali Zardari issued a message emphasizing the importance of safeguarding planet. President Asif Ali Zardari...
Major earthquake possible in Karachi from thursday night to saturday night
ISLAMABAD: The private organization “Earth Quick News and Research Center” has issued a warning about a potential severe earthquake in Karachi. The CEO of the...
Pakistani delegation alerts UN General Assembly President on India’s threats to South Asian stability
WEB DESK: Under the leadership of Pakistan People’s Party Chairman and former Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, a high-level parliamentary delegation completed a two-day visit...
Around 1.6 mln pilgrims embark on sacred journey for Divine forgiveness, blessings from tomorrow
MAKKAH AL MUKARRAMAH: As the curtain rises on Hajj 2025, the tranquil valley of Mina braces itself for an influx of around 1.6 million devout...
Balochistan is a integral part of Pakistan and can never be separated, DG ISPR
RAWALPINDI: Director General of ISPR (Inter-Services Public Relations), Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, has clarified that, Balochistan is an integral part of Pakistan and can...
Sindh govt to provide free house, bike for flood victims
KARACHI: Provincial Minister for information and transport Sharjeel Inam Memon has announced that Sind government will provide free house and bike for the victims of...
Federal govt announces 4-day Eid Ul Azha holidays
Islamabad: Federal government has announced a four-day Eid Ul Al-Azha holidays across the country. The cabinet division has also issued a notification in this regard...
India approves the production of advanced Fifth-Generation Stealth Combat Aircraft amid rising tensions with Pakistan
NEW DELHI: Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, India has taken a significant step to enhance its aerial capabilities. The Indian government has decided...
Karachiites flock to Northern Bypass Cattle Market
KARACHI: With just five days left until Eid-ul-Adha, the Cattle-Friendly Market at Northern Bypass has crossed the mark of over 150,000 sacrificial animals. Functional since...
Religious Affairs Minister appreciates Saudi Arabia for excellent facilities extended to Pakistani pilgrims
Jeddah: Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Sardar Muhammad Yousaf held a meeting with Saudi Minister for Hajj and Umrah Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan...
Global Day of Parents being observed today
Web Desk:Global Day of Parents is being observed today (Sunday). This year theme of the day is “Raising Parents” draws attention to an essential but...
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Arshad Nadeem wins gold with 86.40m Javelin throw at Asian Athletics Championship
GUMI: Arshad Nadeem has once again demonstrated his dominance in Asian athletics by winning gold at the Asian Athletics Championship with an impressive javelin throw...
Pakistan poised for medal success in Javelin at Asian Athletics Championship 2025
SOUTH KOREA (Gumi): Pakistan’s athletes are eyeing a strong medal haul in the javelin throw final at the Asian Athletics Championship 2025, scheduled for today....