Eid-ul-Adha likely to observed on May 27,2026
ISLAMABAD: The expected date for Eid ul-Adha has been tentatively identified, although the final decision will be made by the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee. The festival is...
UN crucial for tackling global challenges, says Pakistan’s Ambassador Asim
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, highlighted the UN’s pivotal role in coordinating international responses to both emerging and...
PSL 11: Fakhar Zaman banned for two matches over ball-tampering violation
LAHORE: Lahore Qalandars opener Fakhar Zaman has been handed a two-match suspension in the ongoing Pakistan Super League after being found guilty of ball-tampering during...
US hits Isfahan military targets with Bunker-Buster Bombs as conflict escalates
TEHRAN: U.S. and Israeli forces carried out strikes on key military sites in Iran’s central Isfahan province early Tuesday, reportedly using powerful 2,000-pound bunker-buster bombs,...
Nationwide smart lockdown plan rejected as Provinces push back
ISLAMABAD: A proposal to enforce a nationwide smart lockdown has been shelved after strong opposition from provincial governments during a high-level meeting chaired by President...
PCB Slaps Rs20 Million Fine on Naseem Shah Over Social Media Violation
LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board has penalized fast bowler Naseem Shah with a Rs20 million fine for breaching the terms of his central contract following...
Global oil market in turmoil as prices may surge to $200 per barrel
LONDON/NEW YORK: The global oil market is facing severe disruption following tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears that crude prices could climb as...
Missile strike hits fuel tanker at Israel’s key oil refinery
HAIFA: An industrial site and a fuel tanker at Oil Refineries Ltd. in northern Israel were struck by falling debris from an intercepted missile, authorities...
France condemns Houthi attacks on Israel, warns against escalation in Middle East
PARIS: France on Sunday condemned missile and drone attacks carried out by Yemen’s Houthi rebels on Israeli targets, warning that their involvement risks further escalating...
Four-nation foreign ministers meet in Islamabad to address Middle East tensions
ISLAMABAD: A high-level meeting of foreign ministers from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt was held in Islamabad to discuss ways to ease the ongoing...
Five killed, several injured in roof collapse incident in Lahore, Bannu
LAHORE/BANNU: At least five people, including three children, lost their lives while several others were injured in separate roof collapse incidents reported in Lahore and...
Iran allows 20 More Pakistani Ships Through Hormuz Strait
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has announced that Iran will allow 20 additional Pakistan-flagged vessels to pass through the vital Strait...
Islamabad hosts key four-nationtalks to ease Middle East crisis
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has taken centre stage in regional diplomacy as it hosts a crucial four-nation meeting today aimed at reducing tensions in the Middle East,...
Sharjeel Memon announces major wheat purchase drive to support farmers in Sindh
KARACHI: Senior provincial minister Sharjeel Inam Memon on Saturday unveiled Sindh’s updated wheat procurement strategy, emphasizing its focus on safeguarding farmers’ interests and ensuring fair...
War rages, diplomacy rises: Shehbaz leads Pakistan’s Iran outreach
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held an extensive phone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday, sharing details of Pakistan’s ongoing diplomatic push to...
Pakistan convenes high-stakes diplomatic huddle on rising Iran–US tensions
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is set to host a crucial round of diplomacy as top foreign ministers from key regional players gather in the capital on March...
Govt launched fuel subsidy initiative for motorcyclists
ISLAMABAD: The government has introduced a new mobile application aimed at providing subsidized petrol to low-income riders, with an initial allocation of 20 liters per...
CM Baluchistan announced new districts to boost development
QUETTA: The Chief Minister of Balochistan, Sarfaraz Bugti has revealed plans to establish new districts across the province to accelerate growth and governance. During a...
High-stakes diplomacy: Pakistan set to host crucial US-Iran talks soon
BERLIN/PARIS: German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has indicated that direct negotiations between the United States and Iran could take place in the near future. Speaking...
40 years of support, no return: Bugti slams lack of Afghan reciprocity
QUETTA: Sarfraz Bugti has said that despite Pakistan’s decades-long support for Afghan nationals, the response has not been in line with expectations. Speaking at a...