Two sisters end their lives in Lahore amid family disagreement
LAHODE, a heartbreaking incident took place where two sisters committed suicide by ingesting poisonous pills after a confrontation with their family. Police reports indicate that...
Sindh education department announces Oxford University scholarships
KARACHI: The Sindh Education Department has introduced scholarships aimed at facilitating admissions to the University of Oxford, providing a significant opportunity for students aspiring to...
US publication praises Pakistan as an emerging global diplomatic force
ISLAMABAD: The prominent American publication, The Diplomat, has identified 2025 as a transformative year for Pakistan, marking its strategic revival, bolstered military confidence, and an...
US magazine confirms TTP’s use of American weapons, supporting Pakistan’s claims
WEB DESK: An American publication has revealed that the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), also known as Fitna al-Khawarij, is conducting terrorist activities within Pakistan using American...
CM Maryam vows full protection, equal rights for minorities
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Thursday reaffirmed her commitment to defending the rights of minority groups, vowing to act as an unyielding force...
Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz meets Delegation of Sikhs of America
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif recently engaged in discussions with a seven-member Sikh delegation from America, led by founder chairman Chund Hoke. The...
Armed forces delivered a lesson to India that will remain unforgettable, PM
MUZAFFARABAD: Speaking at a laptop distribution ceremony at the University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir in Muzaffarabad on Wednesday, the Prime Minister highlighted the struggles...
PIA privatisation aims to revive the airline’s former prestige, Tarar
ISLAMABAD: Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar announced that the privatization of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) marks the beginning of efforts to restore its former reputation....
NDC urges PM to release jailed PTI leaders to advance talks
ISLAMABAD: The National Dialogue Committee (NDC), established to foster political reconciliation and dialogue, has called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to grant parole to senior...
PM Shehbaz invites PTI for talks after it signals openness to dialogue
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has responded positively, albeit conditionally, to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) call for dialogue, emphasizing the government’s willingness to engage in...
Bilawal emphasizes Pakistan’s moral and military triumph over India
KARACHI: The chairman of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, underscored Pakistan’s unwavering ability to protect its sovereignty, highlighting that the country’s victory...
Washington Times sees 2025 as turning point in Pak-US ties
ISLAMABAD: The Washington Times, a prominent American publication, has identified 2025 as a transformative year marking a pivotal shift in the dynamics of Pakistan-US relations....
Pakistan’s U19 Asia Cup heroes return home after crushing India
ISLAMABAD: The triumphant Pakistan Under-19 cricket team, which secured a dominant victory over arch-rivals India in the U19 Asia Cup final, received a hero’s welcome...
National leadership applauds Pakistan U-19 team’s Asia Cup Triumph
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Pakistan Under-19 cricket team on their outstanding victory in the Asia Cup, achieved after...
Deadly bar shooting near Johannesburg leaves 11 dead
WEB DESK: At least 11 people were shot dead and several others injured after gunmen attacked a tavern near Johannesburg, South African authorities said. The...
US appreciates Pakistan’s willingness to consider Gaza stabilization role: Rubio
MIAMI: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Friday that Washington welcomes Pakistan’s readiness to explore a possible role in an International Stabilisation Force...
Punjab announces Large-Scale initiatives for youth, development
LAHORE: In a major announcement, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif revealed plans to distribute 100,000 electric bikes to students throughout the province. Alongside this,...
Passing out ceremony at Pakistan Air Force Airmen academy Korangi
KARACHI: The Passing Out Parade for trainees entries No. 2306, 2406, and 2412 took place on Friday at the Pakistan Air Force Airmen Academy in...
NADRA launches special program for minorities in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: In celebration of World Minorities Day, the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced a dedicated initiative aimed at supporting minority communities across...
Afghanistan remains a safe haven for terrorist groups, UN report
WEB DESK: A United Nations Security Council report has reiterated Pakistan’s stance that Afghanistan remains a safe haven for terrorist groups, identifying cross-border militancy as...
UN Experts raise strong objections on India’s unilateral actions of May 7
WEB DESK: A report by UN experts on the India-Pakistan conflict highlighted concerns about civilian harm caused by Indian attacks, which reportedly targeted non-military areas,...
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Pakistan detains Daesh-K leader Sultan Aziz Azam, says UN report
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has reportedly detained Sultan Aziz Azam, the spokesperson for Daesh-Khorasan and founder of its media division. According to a recent United Nations (UN)...
UN Security Council denounces Taliban’s Assertion That Afghan Land Is not used for terrorism
WEB DESK: The latest report from the United Nations Security Council has rejected the Taliban’s claim that Afghan territory is no longer being exploited for...
India labeled as the world’s leading promoter of terrorism: Tarar
ISLAMABAD: Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar remarked on Thursday that India has established itself as the leading global promoter of terrorism. He stated that concrete...
DG ISPR meets COMSATS University faculty and students
Islamabad: The DG ISPR held a session at COMSATS University Islamabad with faculty and students, addressing the country’s internal situation and tackling misinformation. He provided...
Pakistan, Libya agree to strengthen defence cooperation during CDF’s visit
RAWALPINDI: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, the Chief of Defence Forces, embarked on an official visit to Libya, during which both nations agreed to strengthen...
Karachi Police conduct security review for chinese community under DIG south
KARACHI: A top-level security review session was convened on Wednesday to evaluate and reinforce safety measures for Chinese nationals residing in Karachi, chaired by DIG...
Government-Transporters negotiations conclude successfully, strike expected to end soon
KARACHI: Key negotiations between the government and transportation stakeholders have reached a positive conclusion. According to a transport leader, the government demonstrated flexibility on several...
Pakistan Navy launches Fourth Hangor-Class Submarine ‘Ghazi’ in China
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Navy has marked a significant achievement with the launch of its fourth Hangor-class submarine, GHAZI, at the Shuangliu Base in Wuhan, China. This...
Rakhi Sawant Bashes Nitish Kumar Over Hijab Controversy
WEB DESK: Indian actress Rakhi Sawant has openly criticized Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar following an incident where a Muslim woman’s veil was pulled, demanding...
India again propagated a baseless narrative against Pakistan without evidence, Attaullah Tarar
ISLAMABAD: Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Wednesday accused India of spreading a false and unfounded narrative against Pakistan in the aftermath of the Sydney...
Trump designates Venezuela government a ‘terrorist’ regime, orders blockade of sanctioned oil tankers
WEB DESK: On Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump officially classified the Venezuelan government as a “terrorist organization” and implemented a “complete and total” blockade targeting...
CM KPK, 4 MPAs declared absconders in terrorism cases
ISLAMABAD: Five members of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly, including Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, have officially been declared absconders in terrorism-related cases filed in Islamabad. Court...
List of the world’s wealthiest families released, Including 3 Arab families in the Top 5
WEB DESK: Bloomberg, an international financial magazine, has published the list of the “World’s Richest Families 2025,” featuring the top 25 wealthiest families globally. According...
Australian PM Albanese hails Muslim man who disarmed Bondi Beach gunman
WEB DESK: Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Tuesday visited St. George Hospital in southern Sydney to meet Ahmed Al Ahmed, the Muslim man who...
Peshawar High Court announces its ruling regarding PTI leaders’ protective bail
PESHAWAR: The Peshawar High Court has issued a detailed four-page verdict addressing applications submitted by PTI leaders seeking protective bail. The decision advises the formation...
CDA completes T-Chowk Flyover ahead of schedule, wraps up the project in just 90 days
ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority has successfully completed the primary construction of the T-Chowk Flyover significantly ahead of schedule, finalizing the project in just 90...
NSW Premier hails Bondi beach hero, family holds hope for recovery
WEB DESK: The parents of a bystander Ahmed al-Ahmed celebrated as a “hero” for disarming one of the attackers at Bondi Beach have expressed their...
PM directs to accelerate privatization process of DISCOs
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called for an expedited privatization process for the country’s electricity distribution and generation companies. Presiding over a review meeting...
Pakistan Navy test-fires FM-90 (N) air defence missile: ISPR
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Navy has successfully carried out a Live Weapon Firing (LWF) operation, showcasing the FM-90(N) ER Surface-to-Air Missile in the North Arabian Sea....
Anti-Pakistan propaganda exposed after Sydney attack
ISLAMABAD: Following the Sydney attack, a coordinated campaign to malign Pakistan has been exposed, with propaganda narratives proving to be false and misleading. Indian media...
Israel approves legal status for 19 West Bank settlements
WEB DESK: Israel’s parliament has passed a measure recognizing 19 Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank as legal, a decision that prompted swift criticism...
Pakistan army fully alert to internal, external threats: COAS
RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir has reaffirmed that the Pakistan Army remains completely vigilant against both...
Pakistan, Belgium collaborate to strengthen measures against illegal immigration
BRUSSELS: In a high-level meeting on Friday, Pakistani Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi discussed enhanced security cooperation with Belgian Interior Minister Bernard Quintin, focusing on curbing...
Nawaz Sharif holds discussions with PML-N office-bearers from AJK and Gilgit-Baltistan
ISLAMABAD: PML-N President Nawaz Sharif convened a meeting with party officials from Azad Kashmir and Gilgit Baltistan to discuss strategies for the upcoming general elections....
Aaron Finch calls Pakistan players ‘global superstars’
WEB DESK: Former Australia captain Aaron Finch has commended the inclusion of Pakistani cricketers in the upcoming 15th edition of the Big Bash League (BBL),...
Terrorism originating from Afghan soil poses a global threat: PM Shehbaz
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has raised concerns over an emerging wave of terrorism originating from Afghan soil, calling on the international community to urge...
PM Shehbaz participates in the Turkmenistan Neutrality Forum in Ashgabat
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif continued his official visit to Turkmenistan on Friday, participating in significant events at the Neutrality Monument, a prominent symbol of...
Norwegian ambassador summoned over ‘Unjustified’ court attendance
ISLAMABAD: : The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) summoned the Norwegian ambassador on Thursday in response to his presence at a court hearing in Islamabad,...
Pakistan gets $1.2bn tranche from IMF
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has successfully received a $1.2 billion disbursement from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Officials have confirmed the funds have been deposited into the...