Rahat, son honored at UK Parliament as cross-border Bangla Duet launches
LONDON: Renowned Pakistani musician Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and his son, Shahzaman Khan, received a formal tribute at the UK Houses of Parliament during...
Middle East conflict boosts Pakistan’s role as emerging global trade hub
ISLAMABAD: Ongoing tensions and conflict in the Middle East have significantly elevated Pakistan’s position as a key global trade and transshipment hub. Amid disruptions in...
PSL 11 opener: Lahore Qalandars win toss and bat against Hyderabad Kings!
LAHORE: In the opening match of HBL PSL 11, Lahore Qalandars won the toss and decided to bat against Hyderabad Kings. The match is being...
Pakistani senior welder breaks guinness world record by shattering 38 marble tiles with an Egg in Hand
WEB DESK: Naseemuddin, a 74-year-old veteran welder from Pakistan, has earned a new place in the Guinness World Records after successfully breaking 38 marble tiles...
President honors heroes: military officers and soldiers receive top awards
ISLAMABAD: The President of Pakistan has been pleased to grant military awards to officers and soldiers of Pakistan Army, Navy and Air Force. According an...
Sahibzada Farhan clinches ICC player of the month honor
DUBAI: Pakistan’s rising star Sahibzada Farhan has been named the ICC Player of the Month for February 2026, recognizing his exceptional performances during the ICC...
Pakistan celebrates national day with simplicity amid Middle East-linked economic measures
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan observed its national day on Monday with patriotic fervor, but the celebrations were subdued and marked by austerity, reflecting recent government-imposed restrictions amid...
ISPR unveils patriotic special song for Pakistan day
RAWALPINDI: In celebration of Pakistan Day, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) has launched a heartfelt national song titled “Meri Mitti Meri Jaan, Pakistan Zindabad.” The...
Eid ul-Fitr 2026 prayer timings in Karachi: area-wise schedule
KARACHI: Karachi residents are preparing for the upcoming Eid celebrations, following the official confirmation from the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee that Eid-ul-Fitr 2026 will be observed...
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Beijing-backed brain chip firm says it is 3 years behind Musk’s Neuralink
BEIJING: Leading Chinese state-backed brain-computer interface (BCI) startup NeuCyber Neurotech said its most cutting-edge product is still three years behind Elon Musk’s Neuralink, as Beijing...
Kim Jong-un’s 13-year-old daughter operates Tank during military drill
WEB DESK: North Korean leader Kim Jong-un made headlines recently by allowing his 13-year-old daughter, Kim Jae, to operate a military tank during a significant...
Pakistan slams Taliban claim of violating temporary ceasefire
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has rejected allegations made by a spokesperson of the Afghan Taliban accusing it of breaching a temporary ceasefire, describing the claims as baseless...
Shawwal moon not sighted in Pakistan; Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated on March,21 Saturday
ISLAMABAD: Ruet-e-Hilal Committee has not yet received any evidence of moon sighting in Pakistan, so the Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated in Pakistan on March,21 Saturday. ...
Shawwal moon hunt begins: Ruet-e-Hilal Committee in crucial meeting today
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee is meeting today to determine the sighting of the Shawwal 1447 AH crescent, which will decide the date of Eid...
DG ISPR issues stern warning to Afghan Taliban: choose between regime security, self-destruction
ISLAMABAD: Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, Director-General of the Inter-Services Public Relations (DG-ISPR), has issued a strong warning to the Afghan Taliban, urging them to...
Shawwal Moon not Sighted in Saudi Arabia; Eid to be observed on March 20 (Friday)
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has announced that the Shawwal moon was not sighted, confirming that Eid al-Fitr will be observed on Friday, March 20. Various cities’...
Eidi from the Government of Pakistan 2026 – Who Qualifies and How to Verify Eligibility?
ISLAMABAD: As Eid approaches each year, many families across Pakistan look for government aid programs that provide financial assistance to ease festive expenses. With inflation...
Gold prices surge by Rs. 3,700 across Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold prices across the country have seen a significant increase, with the per-tola rate rising by Rs. 3,700. According to the All Pakistan Jewelry...
SUPARCO foresees Eid ul Fitr 2026 in Pakistan to shine on March 21
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has forecasted that Eid ul Fitr in Pakistan for the year 2026 is likely to...
Ali Zafar unveils new Na’at “Sohna Nabi” to express love for Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
LAHORE: Popular singer Ali Zafar has introduced a heartfelt Na’at titled “Sohna Nabi,” showcasing his deep admiration and devotion to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Sharing...