Elon Musk’s net worth falls below $1 Trillion after market setback
WEB DESK: The net worth of billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has dropped below the $1 trillion mark following a decline in the value of his...
Tight security in place as 9th Muharram processions held across Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Thousands of mourners are participating in 9th Muharram processions and gatherings across Pakistan today, as authorities enforce comprehensive security measures to maintain law and...
Libyan military leader, Field Marshal discuss bilateral cooperation
RAWALPINDI: The Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Arab Armed Forces, Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar, paid a courtesy visit to Chief of Army Staff and...
Six Police Personnel, Including Sararogha SHO, Kidnapped in South Waziristan
S.WAZIRSTAN: In a troubling development, unidentified armed militants abducted six police officers, among them the Station House Officer (SHO) of Sararogha Police Station, on Wednesday,...
Pakistan, Iran vow stronger ties as PM Shehbaz, President Pezeshkian address Joint Press Conference
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian reaffirmed their commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation and promoting regional peace during a joint press...
FIH Pro League: Pakistan’s incorect flag displayed during India-Pakistan match opening ceremony
WEB DESK: An embarrassing mistake occurred during the opening ceremony of the India-Pakistan match in the FIH Pro League when the International Hockey Federation (FIH)...
Maulana Fazlur Rehman confirms willingness to mediate between JAAC, govt
PESHAWAR: JUI-F leader Maulana Fazlur Rehman announced on Tuesday that he has agreed to serve as a mediator between the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC)...
NA approves next fiscal year’s federal budget
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly has officially approved the federal budget for the upcoming fiscal year, with a total expenditure of 18,771 billion rupees. The budget...
Pakistan, Iran commit to strengthening bilateral relations, promoting regional stability
ISLAMABAD: In a significant diplomatic engagement, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met with President Asif Ali Zardari in Islamabad on Tuesday, emphasizing Iran’s appreciation for Pakistan’s...
Oil Prices Ease as Markets Monitor Strait of Hormuz After US-Iran Diplomatic Breakthrough
WEB DESK: Global oil prices edged lower on Tuesday, adding to the previous session’s declines as traders assessed the impact of recent US-Iran peace talks...
Gilgit-Baltistan assembly elects Speaker, Deputy Speaker
G.BALTISTAN: The Gilgit-Baltistan assembly elected its Speaker, Deputy Speaker unopposed on Monday Imran Nadeem from the PPP secured the position of Speaker without facing any...
Online hajj registration for 2027 to commence tomorrow
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has announced that the online registration process for Hajj 2027 will begin on Monday, as reported by 24NewsHD TV channel. The...
Petrol price likely to drop in Pakistan, says Pervaiz Malik
ISLAMABAD: Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik has stated that the price of Petrol might be decreased, as the global oil prices begin to decline. As...
PPP, PML-N reach consensus to form coalition govt in Gilgit-Baltistan
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) have finalized a deal to establish a coalition government in Gilgit-Baltistan. Nasheed Qamar, a...
Shehbaz Sharif signs landmark US–Iran peace memorandum as mediator
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday officially signed the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the United States and Iran in his role as...
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...