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...
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Court sentences Sana Yousaf’s killer to death; fines Imposed on Umar Hayat
ISLAMABAD: In Islamabad on Tuesday, a court sentenced Umar Hayat to death for the murder of TikToker and medical student Sana Yousaf. Additionally, Hayat was...
Pakistan condemns drone strike on UAE nuclear facility
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Monday strongly denounced the drone attack targeting the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant in the United Arab Emirates, warning that assaults on nuclear...
Section 144 enforced in Balochistan with face covering ban in public
QUETTA: The Balochistan government has declared the enforcement of Section 144 across the entire province for a duration of one month, implementing various restrictions to...
Centcom Commander praises Pakistan for Its role in counterterrorism Cooperation
ISLAMABAD: The United States Central Command (Centcom) has commended Pakistan for its ongoing cooperation in counterterrorism efforts, calling Islamabad a “vital partner” in the regional...
ISPR urges India to recognize Pakistan’s significance, pursue peaceful coexistence
RAWALPINDI: Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) has emphasized that India must come to terms with Pakistan’s importance and adopt a peaceful approach to coexistence. Responding to...
Tragic train, Bus collision in Thailand kills 8, vdeo of the incident emerges
BANGKOK: At least 8 people were killed and 32 others injured in a devastating collision between a freight train and a bus in the capital...
Trump says Iran ceasefire backed by US as ‘Favour to Pakistan’
WEB DESK: Donald Trump said the United States agreed to a ceasefire involving Iran partly because of requests from other countries, naming Pakistan as a...
Donald Trump leaves Beijing with praise for Xi but few major gains
WEB DESK: US President Donald Trump concluded his high-profile trip to Beijing after days of warm diplomacy with Chinese President Xi Jinping, but the summit...
PM Sharif directs advance preparations for monsoon season
ISLAMABAS: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered authorities to begin early preparations for the upcoming monsoon season, stressing the need for stronger monitoring and emergency...
HEC introduces fully digital degree attestation system
ISLAMABAD: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan has rolled out a fully online, paperless Degree Attestation System (DAS), marking a significant step toward digital...
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Karachi cocaine suspect Pinky brought to court without restraints
KARACHI: Alleged cocaine trafficker Anmol alias Pinky was presented before a court in Karachi without handcuffs, drawing attention over what appeared to be special treatment...
Investor confidence lifts Pakistan stock exchange in early session
KARACHI: A bullish momentum was seen at the start of trading at the Pakistan Stock Exchange on Tuesday, with investors showing renewed confidence in the...
Qatari LNG tanker safely crosses Strait of Hormuz route to Pakistan
KARACHI: Qatari LNG tanker Mihzem is making its way through the Strait of Hormuz toward Pakistan, marking the second successful transit of a Qatari gas...
Massive fraud allegations surface as NAB deepens lyari expressway resettlement inquiry
ISLAMABAD: National Accountability Bureau has widened its investigation into suspected corruption linked to the Lyari Expressway Resettlement Project after an initial inquiry reportedly uncovered evidence...
Pakistan plans major tariff cuts at Gwadar Port
ISLAMABAD: Government has decided to announce major tariff cuts at Gwadar Port to boost business activities. The tariff cut was announced by Maritime Affairs Junaid...
Pakistan Commemorates First Anniversary of Marka-e-Haq Victory at GHQ
RAWALPINDI: Syed Asim Munir attended a commemorative ceremony at General Headquarters in Rawalpindi to mark the first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq, also referred to as the...
Govt denies false reports of Pakistani deportations from UAE
ISLAMABAD: The government on Friday dismissed claims of targeted deportations of Pakistani nationals from the United Arab Emirates, describing them as “malicious propaganda” fuelled by...
Senate Approves ‘The Iqbal Academy (Amendment) Bill, 2026’
ISLAMABAD: The Senate today approved the passage of “The Iqbal Academy (Amendment) Bill, 2026,” marking a significant legislative development. In addition, six new bills were...
Pakistan’s weekly inflation surges past 15% amid rising fuel costs
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan experienced a significant spike in weekly inflation, with the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) revealing a 15.16% increase year-on-year for the week ending May...
Russia opposes US-led anti-Iran resolution at UN Security Council
WEB DESK: Russia on Friday dismissed a United States-backed resolution targeting Iran at the United Nations Security Council, warning that the proposal could deepen instability...
Trump commends Pakistan’s civil, military leadership once again
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump once again praised Pakistan’s leadership, calling the country “great” and commending its senior officials for their diplomatic approach. During a...
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Salim Khan’s health update: stable after minor brain hemorrhage
WEB DESK: Salim Khan, the 90-year-old father of Salman Khan, was hospitalized on February 17 after his health suddenly declined. Doctors at Lilavati Hospital performed...
South Waziristan Attack kills 3 children, wounds many: Security Sources
RAWALPINDI: On Thursday, two separate incidents in South Waziristan resulted in the death of three children and injuries to numerous civilians, according to security officials....
China hands suspended death penalty to two former defence ministers over bribery
BEIJING: China has handed suspended death sentences to two former defence ministers after they were convicted in major corruption cases, state media reported on Thursday....
PM unveils new initiatives for GB, Azad Kashmir
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reiterated the government’s commitment to accelerating development in Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing a ceremony in Gilgit,...
Trump says Iran agreement within reach, warns military action remains an option
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said a diplomatic agreement with Iran remains within reach, but warned that military action could resume if negotiations collapse. Speaking...
Afridi mourns the martyrdom of Maulana Idrees, praises is knowledge piety
KARACHI: Former captain of the Pakistan cricket team, Shahid Afridi, expressed his condolences over the martyrdom of renowned Islamic scholar and former Member of Assembly,...
KP CM allegedly drafted resignation twice due to depression, says PM advisor Ikhtiar Wali
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister’s Advisor Ikhtiar Wali has asserted that the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) once again drafted his resignation while battling depression. Pakistan...
Govt extends security deployment in Gilgit-Baltistan until June 14, 2026
G.BALTISTAN: Ahead of the upcoming general elections, the federal government has decided to prolong the deployment of security forces in Gilgit-Baltistan until June 14, 2026....
Iran agrees to cease Uranium enrichment, export highly enriched Uranium: US Media
WASHINGTON: As per US officials and sources close to the White House, a preliminary agreement has been drafted between the United States and Iran to...