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...
Prince Rahim Aga Khan departs Pakistan after seven-day visit
ISLAMABAD: Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan, the 50th hereditary Imam of the Ismaili community, has bid farewell to Pakistan following the completion of his week-long...
US conducts new strikes on Iran amid ongoing negotiations, rising tensions
WASHINGTON: The United States launched targeted strikes against missile installation sites and boats attempting to lay mines in southern Iran on Monday, according to US...
Bangladesh to reinstate ‘Except Israel’ clause on Passports
DHAKA: Once again, history appears to be repeating itself as the Bangladeshi government, known for its pro-Pakistan stance, has taken a significant step to reintroduce...
Karachi Mayor launches new water supply project for Gulshan Hadeed
KARACHI: Karachi’s Mayor Murtaza Wahab officially inaugurated a 5 MGD (million gallons per day) water supply scheme for Gulshan Hadeed in District Malir on Monday....
Punjab CM orders stringent checks at bus terminals before Eid-ul-Azha
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has issued directives to Deputy Commissioners and District Police Officers to intensify scrutiny at bus terminals and on...
Shehbaz Sharif forms seven-member panel to finalize budget 2026-27
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has established a seven-member special committee, led by the Finance Minister, to oversee the preparation and recommendation process for the...
Eid-ul-Azha preparations in full swing across country
ISLAMABAD: As Eid-ul-Azha is around the corner, preparations to celebrate the festive event have reached its zenith with full momentum of sale and purchase at...
Rubio says Iran deal still possible as talks continue on Monday
WEB DESK: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Monday that a potential agreement aimed at ending the conflict with Iran could still be...
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Anmol Pinky Case: Questions raised over ‘Contradictions’ in police investigation
KARACHI: Concerns have surfaced regarding the police investigation into cases involving alleged narcotics suspect Anmol alias Pinky, after court documents highlighted several inconsistencies and possible...
Zafar Baloch wins PP-83 by-poll, Punjab CM extends congratulations
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has extended congratulations to Sardar Zafar Abbas Baloch over his success in the by-election from PP-83 Khushab. In her...
PM Shehbaz to visit China for high-level talks from May 23–26
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to embark on an official four-day visit to China from May 23 to 26 at the invitation of...
UAE rejects Iran’s Strait of Hormuz claims, calls them ‘Pipe Dreams’
ABU DHABI: UAE presidential adviser Anwar Gargash criticized Tehran’s position in a statement posted on X, saying Iran was attempting to create “a new reality”...
NA felicitates China on 75 years of diplomatic ties
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly today adopted a resolution conveying warm congratulations to the government and people of China on the completion of 75 years of...
Xi calls for Middle East ceasefire during talks with Putin in Beijing
BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping has renewed his call for an immediate end to fighting in the Middle East, saying the region is at a...
Mohsin Naqvi arrives in Iran on key diplomatic mission
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi arrived in Tehran on Wednesday carrying what sources described as an “important message” amid ongoing diplomatic efforts surrounding Iran-US...
Probe reveals 12 police officials allegedly took bribes from Anmol Pinky network
KARACHI: The investigation into the alleged drug trafficking network linked to Anmol alias Pinky has intensified, with authorities identifying several police officials suspected of receiving...
Pakistan bans late-night SIM card sales
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a directive to all Cellular Mobile Operators (CMOs) to halt the sale of SIM cards nationwide during...
Innovative steel-ball mechanism aims to minimize earthquake damage without power
WEB DESK: Researchers have introduced a novel mechanical device designed to protect buildings and bridges from earthquake-induced damage, functioning independently of electricity. This advancement presents...
Iran military threatens to ‘Open New Fronts’ against US if attacks resume
TEHRAN: Iran’s military issued a warning on Tuesday, stating it would “begin new fronts” against the United States if hostilities resume, following remarks by President...
Pakistan’s FY 2026-27 budget expected to be announced on June 5
ISLAMABAD: The federal budget for Pakistan’s upcoming fiscal year 2026-27 is expected to be unveiled on June 5, 2026, government sources revealed on Tuesday. Preparations...