Massive cut in Petrol prices expected in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The recent US-Iran peace agreement is anticipated to trigger a sharp decrease in petrol prices across Pakistan. While discussions are ongoing regarding the exact...
Nawaz Sharif urges end to violence in AJK, calls for constructive dialogue to restore peace
LAHORE: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif on Wednesday appealed to protestors in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) to cease violence and emphasized the...
Sindh announces Rs108 billion Investment in Karachi’s urban transformation
KARACHI: The Sindh government has allocated over Rs108 billion in its FY2026-27 budget for comprehensive development projects in Karachi, emphasizing transportation, water, sanitation, education, and...
Sindh budget 2026-27 unveiled with 816 development initiatives for Karachi
KARACHI: Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah introduced the Sindh provincial budget for 2026-27 in the assembly on Wednesday, revealing a comprehensive plan featuring 816 development...
Iranian oil tankers leave US blockade area as peace negotiations near
DUBAI: Three Iranian oil tankers carrying millions of barrels of crude have departed the US blockade zone in the Strait of Hormuz, according to shipping...
Azad Kashmir police confirm stability in region
MUZAFFARABAD: In a recent press briefing, Azad Kashmir Police reported that the security situation remains under control following protests held from the 6th to the...
Pakistan supports US-Iran dialogue, warns of AJK instability
RAWALPINDI: On Monday, intelligence officials defended Pakistan’s diplomatic engagement in fostering dialogue between the United States and Iran, emphasizing that Islamabad’s mediatory role aimed at...
US Air Force B-52 bomber crashes at Edwards Air Force Base in California
CALIFORNIA: A US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed at Edwards Air Force Base in California shortly after takeoff, according to international media reports. In...
PCB unveils major reforms to central player contracts
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has introduced comprehensive reforms to its central contract system for cricketers. Under the new framework, players will be classified...
Karachi Port crosses 2,000 ship calls, marks busiest year in eight years
KARACHI: Karachi Port has recorded its highest level of ship traffic in nearly eight years, crossing the 2,000-vessel mark and highlighting a steady rise in...
PM Shehbaz to join historic US-Iran peace deal signing in Geneva
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will travel to Geneva later this week to participate in the signing ceremony of a landmark agreement between Iran and...
PM Shehbaz Announces US-Iran Peace Agreement, Formal Signing Planned in Switzerland
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Monday that the United States and Iran have reached a peace agreement after extensive diplomatic efforts aimed at...
Supreme Court ends four-day workweek, restores regular court schedule
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has revoked its earlier decision to implement a four-day workweek, bringing an end to the energy conservation measures introduced...
Finance Minister presents FY2026-27 budget amid opposition protests
ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb formally presented the Federal Budget 2026-27 in the National Assembly on Friday after the session commenced nearly two hours behind...
Govt unveils Rs17.5 trillion budget today, focuses on fiscal stability, ongoing projects
ISLAMABAD: The federal government is scheduled to present the 2026-27 federal budget in the National Assembly today, proposing an estimated outlay of Rs17.5 trillion aimed...
PTI MNA Iqbal Afridi suspended for entire national assembly budget session
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly on Thursday approved the suspension of PTI lawmaker Iqbal Afridi for the remainder of the budget session after Speaker Sardar Ayaz...
Princess Maha Al Saud appointed as head of Saudi Arabia’s future investment initiative
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Future Investment Initiative Institute has appointed Princess Maha Al Saud as its new CEO. The institute, known for hosting its signature annual...
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Sindh launches complimentary AI summer program for students to enhance digital competencies
KARACHI: Sindh Governor Syed Muhammad Nihal Hashmi has announced the initiation of a free Artificial Intelligence (AI) summer program designed for students across the province....
5 suspects detains in AJK, weapon, communication devices recover
MUZZAFARABAD: In an intelligence-based operation in Muzaffarabad, five suspected individuals have been apprehended, along with the recovery of weapons and communication devices. According to security...
Trump says Iran peace agreement near as regional tensions ease
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has expressed optimism that a peace agreement aimed at ending the latest Middle East hostilities is close to completion, saying...
PPP likely to form coalition govt in GB with PML-N
GILGIT: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has secured the highest number of seats in the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly elections, paving the way for a possible coalition...
PPP leads GB polls, Bilawal set to form GB govt
G.BALTISTAN: Gilgit-Baltistan’s 2026 general elections have produced a fragmented mandate, with the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) securing the highest number of seats but falling short...
Naqvi arrives in Tehran with special message for Iran’s Supreme Leader
ISLAMABAD/TEHRAN: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi travelled to Tehran on Saturday carrying a special message from Pakistan’s top civilian and military leadership for Iran’s Supreme...
President, PM call for stronger food safety measures on World Food Safety Day
ISLAMABAD: Marking World Food Safety Day on June 7, President Asif Ali Zardari urged government institutions, businesses and consumers to work together in promoting safe...
AJK needs constructive solutions, not endless confrontation
A.J.KASMIRE: The ongoing debate surrounding JAAC’s planned protest has shifted attention away from an important reality: meaningful engagement is already underway. A high-powered delegation representing...
President, Prime Minister praise security forces for successful operation in Panjgur
ISLAMABAD:President Asif Ali Zardari has extended his appreciation to the security personnel for their effective operation against Fitna al-Hindustan in Panjgur. In a statement, he...
Govt introduces fix tax for small shop owners
ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has stated that economy performed well in the current fiscal year despite tension in the Middle East. As per detail,...
JEC tower surpasses 100 floors as race to build the World’s tallest skyscraper continues
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s ambitious JEC Tower has achieved a major construction milestone, rising beyond 100 storeys and moving closer to its goal of becoming the...
Petrol prices reach Rs. 500 in several districts of Balochistan
QUETTA: The price of petrol has soared to Rs. 500 per liter in multiple districts of Balochistan, leading to widespread disruptions in fuel availability. Many...
Sindh govt ban on bringing mango boxes to Sindh Secretariat
KARACHI: Due to security concerns, the Sindh government has imposed a ban on bringing mango boxes to the Sindh Secretariat. According to an official statement,...
Third ODI: Australia sets target of 158 runs for Pakistan
WEB DESK: Australia has set a target of 158 runs for Pakistan in the third One Day International (ODI). Australian captain Josh Inglis contributed a...
JUI challenges child marriage restraint act of 2025 in federal sharia court
ISLAMABAD: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Pakistan (JUI) has formally contested the Islamabad Capital Territory Child Marriage Restraint Act, 2025, in the Federal Sharia Court, asserting that several...
Gold price surge slightly in Pakistan
KARACHI: The price of gold increased by Rs.1523 per tola to Rs.469,285 According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Associations, the rate of gold...
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Elon Musk praises Pakistan’s Justice system after LHC upholds death sentences in motorway rape case
WEB DESK: Tech billionaire Elon Musk has lauded Pakistan’s judicial system following the Lahore High Court’s (LHC) decision to uphold the death sentences of two...
AJK govt moves supreme court over refugee seats
MUZAFFARABAD: The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government has approached the AJK Supreme Court through a constitutional reference, requesting legal guidance on the status of...
KP Governor reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to peace, highlights Iran’s role
ISLAMABAD: The Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, has reiterated Pakistan’s strong desire for regional peace, emphasizing the country’s readiness to contribute towards stability. ...
HEC denies reports of data breach
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Higher Education Commission (HEC) has categorically dismissed the circulating social media claims of a security breach involving its database, describing them as unfounded...
Federal budget presentation postponed
ISLAMABAD: According to sources, the government has decided to delay the presentation of the FY2026-27 federal budget, which was initially scheduled for June 5. The...
Nawaz Sharif pledges development for Gilgit-Baltistan regardless of election outcome
GILGIT: Addressing a public gathering in Gilgit on Tuesday, former prime minister Nawaz Sharif vowed to continue working for the progress of Gilgit-Baltistan regardless of...
Microsoft Copilot introduces new AI file renaming for OneDrive
WEB DESK: Renaming files might seem like a simple task, but it can quickly feel overwhelming when looking at a folder filled with vaguely labeled...
PM commends health sector reforms, anti-polio, hepatitis efforts
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has lauded the ongoing reforms being undertaken in the health sector and the Ministry of Health’s efforts to eliminate diseases...
Fazila Qazi’s sharp criticism of Iqrar Ul Hassan sparks social media debate
WEB DESK: Veteran Pakistani actress Fazila Qazi has recently taken to social media with a candid and fiery message directed at former TV host and...
Six months post-privatization, PIA management remains untransferred to buyer consortium
ISLAMABAD: Six months have passed since the privatization of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), but the management has yet to be transferred to the buyer. Sources...
NAB launches inquiry into alleged illegal approval of marriage halls by SBCA
KARACHI: The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has begun an investigation into allegations that the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) unlawfully issued no-objection certificates (NOCs) for...
Hill park property remains intact, insists Murtaza Wahab
KARACHI: Karachi’s Mayor Murtaza Wahab has asserted that not an inch of Hill Park’s land has been allocated to anyone. During a press conference in...
Governor Kundi highlights development measures for D.I. Khan
DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has said that multiple initiatives are underway to improve public services and infrastructure in Dera Ismail...
Govt announces significant reduction Rs.22 per litre in petroleum products
ISLAMABAD: The government has announced a substantial decrease in the prices of petroleum products on the third day of Eid. According to a notification issued...
Iranian President thanks Pakistan for role in efforts to end Iran conflict
Web Desk: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has expressed gratitude to Pakistan for its “initiative and effective efforts” aimed at helping reach an agreement to end...
Fuel prices expected to decline amid global oil market relief
ISLAMABAD: Petroleum prices in Pakistan are likely to witness a downward revision in the upcoming pricing review following a decline in international oil market rates,...
Eid al-Adha in Pakistan: A celebration of faith, sacrifice, and unity
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan celebrates Eid al-Adha with widespread religious devotion, family gatherings, and animal sacrifices nationwide. The festival marks a time of prayer, sacrifice, and social...