APPPOA announced strike across the country
KARACHI: All Pakistan Petrol Pump Owners Associations (APPPOA) has announced an indefinite countrywide strike. As per the statement by APPPOA , talks regarding daily petroleum...
Nawaz Sharif expresses desire to lead Azad Kashmir, Says he would ask Shahbaz Sharif to appoint him as Prime Minister if elected
MUZAFFARABAD: In a rally held in Muzaffarabad, senior PML-N leader Nawaz Sharif revealed his aspirations to serve as the Prime Minister of Azad Kashmir. Addressing...
Petroleum Minister calls meeting with Petrol Pump Owners over daily fuel pricing
ISLAMABAD: The federal petroleum minister has invited representatives of the Pakistan Petrol Pump Owners Association for discussions on the proposed daily adjustment of petroleum prices,...
Govt announces sharp increase in petroleum prices nationwide
ISLAMABAD: The government has officially declared an increase in the prices of petroleum products. According to the issued notification, the price of diesel has been...
PM Shehbaz Sharif congratulates Spain on winning FIFA World Cup 2026
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has extended his congratulations to Spain on their victory in the FIFA World Cup 2026. In a message posted on...
Flash floods cause devastation in AJK, KP, several areas affected
PESHAWAR: Heavy monsoon rains and cloudbursts have wreaked havoc across various regions of Pakistan, resulting in the destruction of homes, bridges, vehicles, and infrastructure, with...
Gold price surge again in Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan increased on Monday, July 20, in line with gains in the international bullion market as investors assessed rising geopolitical tensions...
Kuwait, Bahrain repel fresh Iranian drone and missile attacks
KUWAIT CITY: Kuwait and Bahrain said on Sunday that their air defence systems successfully intercepted Iranian missiles and drones as Tehran expanded its retaliatory military...
Kashmiris mark accession to Pakistan day
A.J.KASHMIR: People from Jammu and Kashmir, including those living on both sides of the Line of Control and in the global Kashmiri diaspora, are observing...
US closes Peshawar Consulate, KP diplomatic affairs shift to Islamabad
PESHAWAR: The U.S. Consulate General in Peshawar has officially ceased operations, with responsibility for diplomatic engagement in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) now transferred to the Khyber...
Vance claims some in Israeli government tried to influence US opinion on Iran deal
WASHINGTON: US Vice President JD Vance has accused elements within the Israeli government of attempting to sway American public opinion against a recent agreement aimed...
Failures of Modi govt’s policies result in major challenges for India
WEB DESK: The Modi administration’s ineffective policies have caused significant setbacks across India’s defense, diplomatic, and economic sectors. As reported by Hindustan Times, U.S. senators...
DPM arrives in Shanghai for landmark two-day official visit to China
SHANGHAI: Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has arrived in Shanghai for a important two-day official visit to China, accompanied by a delegation. During his stay,...
PSMA appeals for approval to export an additional 600,000 tonnes of sugar
KARACHI: The Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA) has renewed its call for the federal government to permit the export of an extra 600,000 metric tonnes...
No entry to Pakistan for passengers with expired Nicop under new travel regulations, Airlines told
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistani government has clarified that individuals traveling on foreign passports will still be permitted entry into Pakistan if they hold a valid National...
Mass fish death in Rawal Dam due to alleged poisoning
WEB DESK: Once again, Rawal Dam in Rawalpindi has witnessed a significant die-off of fish. Sources report that numerous dead fish have surfaced on the...
AJK govt pledges to maintain law, order, and normalcy
A.J.KASHMIR: The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government has reaffirmed its dedication to upholding law and order, safeguarding citizens’ lives and property, and restoring a...
Iranian Revolutionary Guards declare Hormuz Strait will stay shut until U.S. ceases ‘Aggressive Actions’
TEHRAN: The Iranian Revolutionary Guards announced on Wednesday that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the United States halts what they describe as...
Rs.128 billion losses at Neelam-Jhelum Hydropower project: Audit Report
ISLAMABAD: The Auditor General of Pakistan’s latest audit report has disclosed that the 969MW Neelum-Jhelum Hydropower Project has incurred total losses exceeding Rs. 128 billion....
Kashmir martyrs remembered: President, PM, and Interior Minister honor sacrifices of 1931
ISLAMABAD: In observance of Youm-e-Shuhada-e-Kashmir, Pakistan’s top leaders paid heartfelt tribute to the 22 Kashmiris who lost their lives resisting Dogra forces’ firing in Srinagar...
Islamabad hosts the 9th OIC ministerial conference focused on women’s empowerment
ISLAMABAD: The two-day 9th Ministerial Conference on Women organized by the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has officially begun in Islamabad today. This year’s event...
Iran’s IRGC Navy declares Strait of Hormuz Closed Indefinitely amid rising tensions
TEHRAN: Iran’s Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) announced on Sunday that the Strait of Hormuz is closed “until further notice” following an incident where they fired warning...
Foreign woman alleging assault by female police officers
ISLAMABAD: July 10: A widely circulated video on social media depicts a foreign woman alleging she was assaulted by female police officers at Islamabad’s Kohsar...
World Bank approves $375.9 million for pakistan’s Grid Modernization Initiative
ISLAMABAD: The World Bank has sanctioned a $375.9 million project aimed at enhancing Pakistan’s electricity transmission network, the bank announced through an official statement. This...
Riaz Ali Chandio, Relative of Umme Rubab Chandio, Killed in Dadu
DADU: Riaz Ali Chandio, a close family member and adviser to Umme Rubab Chandio—who gained prominence for her involvement in the high-profile Mehar triple murder...
Gilani emphasizes Pakistan’s strong friendship with Croatia
ISLAMABAD: In Islamabad today, Croatian Foreign Minister Dr. Gordan Grlic Radman paid a courtesy call on Acting President Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani. Welcoming the Croatian...
Potential alzheimer’s treatment shows ability to repair brain cell DNA
WEB DESK: Researchers may have uncovered a promising new strategy to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease by enhancing the ability of brain cells to...
Iranian Revolutionary Guards claim to have targeted 85 U.S. military sites in Kuwait, Bahrain
WEB DESK: Iran’s Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) announced on Wednesday that they launched a coordinated missile and drone attack, striking 85 American military installations across Kuwait...
Nationwide Online hajj registration campaign gains momentum
ISLAMABAD: The online registration campaign for Hajj is progressing smoothly across Pakistan. In just fifteen days, the total number of pilgrims registered has surpassed 250,000....
Donald Trump arrives in Ankara to attend NATO summit
ANKARA: U.S. President Donald Trump has arrived in Ankara to participate in the NATO summit. Upon his arrival, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan welcomed President...
Bilawal urges all political parties to participate in AJK elections, present their manifestos
A.J.KASHMIR: July 6: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari emphasized the importance of political engagement in AJK, calling on all parties to contest...
Arif Habib predicts PIA will achieve profitability within one year
ISLAMABAD: Arif Habib, Chairman of the Arif Habib Group, has confidently stated that Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is on track to become a profitable entity...
PM Shehbaz Sharif, Army Chief Asim Munir attends funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader in Tehran
TEHRAN: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif participated in the funeral rites of Iran’s late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, at the invitation of Iranian President...
PCB, Saudi Cricket Federation ink MoU to build international cricket stadium in Jeddah
JEDDAH: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Saudi Arabia Cricket Federation (SACF) have entered into a landmark partnership to establish a world-class cricket stadium...
How to own an electric bike for just Rs2,100: Punjab govt’s new initiative
LAHORE: The Punjab government has unveiled a new program allowing students to purchase electric bikes (e-bikes) with a simple and affordable monthly payment plan of...
Iran urges U.S. to fulfill pledges to end Lebanon conflict
TEHRAN: Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Baqaei emphasized that the United States must uphold its promises to bring an end to the ongoing conflict in Lebanon,...
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International research bodies recognize Pakistan’s military edge in Marka-e-Haq
RAWALPINDI: Global research organizations and media outlets have consistently acknowledged Pakistan’s military dominance and the significant defeat of India in the Marka-e-Haq exercise. A detailed...
Pakistan joins international olive council as a permanent member
WEB DESK: Pakistan has achieved a significant milestone in the olive industry by becoming a permanent member of the International Olive Council (IOC). Federal Minister...
My kids will pray, celebrate all festivals: says Saif Ali Khan
WEB DESK: Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan has shared his perspective on religion, revealing that he discusses faith openly with his sons, Taimur and Jahangir,...
Punjab govt implements ban on drone operations in public open areas
LAHORE: The Punjab administration has announced a prohibition on flying drones in outdoor public spaces throughout the region. A Punjab Home Department official clarified that...
Iran targets U.S. bases in Bahrain, Kuwait in retaliation for American strikes
TEHRAN: Iran has carried out missile and drone attacks on U.S. military installations in Bahrain and Kuwait in retaliation for recent American strikes, according to...
Govt to reduce petrol prices as globaly oil prices decline
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik has said the government is committed to passing on the benefit of declining global oil prices to...
Iran issues stern warning over potential U.S. aggression
TEHRAN: Iran has issued a firm warning that it will take strong measures in response to any future aggression by the United States, accusing Washington...
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)...