NDMA dispatches more relief goods for Palestine
ISLAMABAD: Under the directives of the Prime Minister, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has dispatched another consignment of relief goods for Palestine. The relief...
Israel joins Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ initiative
WEB DESK: Israel joined US President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” initiative, announced Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his Washington visit. Netanyahu signed Israel’s membership...
SC orders eye check-up for Imran Khan, calls with sons Qasim and Suleman
ISLAMABAD: On Thursday, the Supreme Court instructed that Imran Khan, founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), be provided access to eye specialists and granted telephonic contact...
Bangladesh votes in landmark election after 2024 Gen Z uprising
WEB DESK: Bangladeshis headed to polling stations on Thursday for a pivotal election, a momentous event marking a significant transition for the South Asian nation...
Senate panel sparks laughter with confusing Mix-Up over acronym: “Camell” vs. “Camel”
ISLAMABAD: An unusual situation arose during a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on National Food Security on Wednesday when the committee chair mistakenly interpreted...
PSX experiences a surge, positive trading boosts index
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Market experienced a positive trend today, with trading showing optimism and recovery in key sectors. At the start of the trading...
PM takes notice of Nepra’s new solar regulations, PPP criticises new solar policies
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday promptly addressed concerns surrounding the recently announced Net Metering Regulations 2026 by the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority...
NA passes resolution paying tributes to Armed Forces
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly convened today and unanimously passed a resolution honoring the Armed Forces for their unmatched sacrifices in the battle against terrorism. Introduced...
Junaid Akbar announces exit from NA seat amid internal PTI discontent
PESHAWAR: Junaid Akbar, the PTI President for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has declared his intention to resign from his National Assembly seat and sever ties with the...
Water supply suspended in several areas of Karachi
KARACHI: The city where people are already logging for a drop of water, once again be prepared for a long disruption of supply. Water supply...
Islamabad Court issues Non-bailable arrest warrant for KP CM again
ISLAMABAD: An Islamabad Court has issued non-bailable arrest warrant for the Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi in a case related to defamation of state...
PM Shehbaz to attend Gaza Board of Peace meeting in Washington
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will attend the inaugural meeting of the Gaza Board of Peace in Washington on February 19, led by US President...
Pakistan shows improvement in global Corruption Perceptions Index
ISLAMABAD: Transparency International has released its Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2025, showing an improvement for Pakistan compared to the previous year. Pakistan’s overall score rose...
PAF showcases JF-17 Block-III, Super Mushshak at World Defence Show
ISLAMABAD: A Pakistan Air Force (PAF) contingent is participating in the World Defence Show 2026 in Saudi Arabia, showcasing the JF-17 Thunder Block-III multi-role fighter...
Malala’s portrait unveiled at Oxford University
WEB DESK: At Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford University, a portrait of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai has been unveiled, honoring her transformative efforts in...
BCCI VP Rajeev Shukla credits ICC for resolving India-Pakistan T20 WC match standoff
WEB DESK: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) expressed its delight over the announcement of the much-anticipated Pakistan–India clash in the T20...
CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz arrives in Quetta on one-day official visit
QUETTA: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif arrived in Quetta on Tuesday on a one-day official visit. Punjab CM was warmly received at Quetta Airport...
Prince William, Kate release first statement on Epstein files
WEB DESK: Prince William and Kate voiced concern on Monday over new revelations from the Jeffrey Epstein files, which included damaging claims about Prince Andrew,...
Pakistan, Muslim countries condemn Israel’s ceasefire violations in Gaza
WEB DESK: Pakistan and seven other Muslim countries have condemned Israel’s repeated violations of ceasefire in Gaza. To this respect, a joint statement was issued...
Court Charges YouTuber Ducky Bhai, Wife in Online Gambling Promotion Case
LAHORE: A Lahore court has indicted YouTuber Saad-ur-Rehman (Ducky Bhai) and his wife, Aroob Jatoi, over allegations of promoting online gambling through their social media...
CM Punjab calls on World Bank chief Ajay Banga
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz emphasized the provincial government’s unwavering commitment to prioritizing health and education through substantial investments in these vital sectors. She...
PM announces to invest $1b in AI by 2030
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced to invest one billion dollars in Artificial Intelligence (AI) by 2030. At the opening of Indus AI Week...
Details of ICC-PCB-BCB meeting revealed, PCB seeks PM’s nod to play with India on 15th Feb
LAHORE: Details of a crucial meeting between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), the International Cricket Council (ICC), and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have come...
Pakistan to join First Gaza Board of Peace session
ISLAMABAD: The meeting is expected to be held on February 19 and will be chaired by US President Donald Trump. Pakistan’s delegation will be led...
Punjab CM extends basant celebrations till monday morning
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Sunday announced an extension in Basant celebration timings across Lahore, allowing festivities to continue until 5:00am on...
Lahore’s Basant welcomes international diplomats from US, UK
LAHORE: Lahore’s long-awaited Basant celebrations drew international attention as diplomats from the United States and the United Kingdom joined locals in marking the return of...
Saudi Arabia introduces biometric deadline for Pakistani Hajj applicants
RIYADH: Intending Pakistani pilgrims must complete biometric verification through the Saudi Visa Bio mobile application by Sunday, February 8, or risk being denied a Hajj...
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Two Pakistani astronauts shortlisted for China space station mission
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan has taken a significant step toward human spaceflight as the Pakistan Space & Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) successfully concluded the second phase...
Islamabad blast martyrs laid to rest amid tight security
ISLAMABAD: Funeral prayers for the martyrs of the Islamabad suicide bombing were offered at Imambargah Khadijat-ul-Kubra and Imambargah Jamia Sadiq under strict security arrangements, as...
Islamabad Suicide Bomber’s Brother-in-Law detained in Karachi
ISLAMABAD: Security forces have intensified nationwide operations in the aftermath of the deadly suicide bombing in Islamabad, aiming to track down all individuals connected to...
Putin extends condolences to Pakistan following Islamabad mosque terror attack
WEB DESK: President Vladimir Putin of Russia has issued a message of sympathy to Pakistan after a deadly suicide bombing targeted a mosque in Islamabad,...
Punjab Forensic, Nadra Tie KP CM Afridi to May 9 Video; Court Orders Report
PESHAWAR: A new controversy has emerged in connection with the May 9 case after reports from the Punjab Forensic Science Agency and Nadra connected video...
Trump declines Putin’s proposal to extend limits on nuclear deployment
WEB DESK: President Donald Trump has officially rejected Russian President Vladimir Putin’s proposal to voluntarily adhere to limits on strategic nuclear weapon deployments, a move...
Pakistan, Uzbekistan sign joint declaration to expand strategic partnership
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Uzbekistan signed a joint declaration following the state visit of Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, reaffirming their commitment to expand strategic cooperation across...
Adiala jail submits Imran Khan’s medical report to ATC
ISLAMABAD: Imran Khan’s medical report has been submitted to the anti-terrorism court (ATC). Judge Amjad Ali Shah presided over the hearing, with Adiala jail Deputy...
Uzbek President tours GIDS, highlights Pakistan’s domestic defence strengths
RAWALPINDI: On Thursday, Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev conducted an official visit to Global Industrial & Defence Solutions (GIDS), accompanied by members of his delegation. Field...
Sindh govt implements mandatory HIV, TB, and Hepatitis screening for deported persons
KARACHI: The Sindh government has introduced a mandatory screening policy for HIV, tuberculosis (TB), and hepatitis for individuals deported and returning to Pakistan. To support...
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OpenAI seeks alternatives to Nvidia chips amid dissatisfaction
WEB DESK: OpenAI has reportedly been dissatisfied with certain Nvidia chips and has been exploring other options since last year, according to eight sources familiar...
Keir Starmer apologises to Epstein’s victims in speech
WEB DESK: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer apologized to victims of Jeffrey Epstein for appointing Peter Mandelson as the UK’s ambassador to Washington despite his...
India engaging in terrorism via proxies after humiliating defeat in May, says PM Shehbaz
ISLAMABAD: In the wake of recent deadly attacks in Balochistan, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said that India was carrying out terrorism across Pakistan...
Pakistan Military leadership reaffirms unwavering support for IIOJK on Kashmir Solidarity Day
RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Commander of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf and...
Pakistan must create 30m jobs over next decade: World Bank president
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan must create up to 30 million jobs over the next decade to turn its youth bulge into an economic dividend or risk instability...
Operation Radd-ul-Fitna-1 concludes in Balochistan; 22 soldiers martyred, 216 terrorists killed
RAWALPINDI: Security forces have successfully concluded Operation Radd-ul-Fitna-1 in Balochistan, carrying out a series of swift and intelligence-driven operations targeting terrorist elements reportedly backed by...
Special relief package approved for utility stores employees
ISLAMABAD: A comprehensive relief package has been approved for employees of the Utility Stores Corporation to ensure financial security for affected workers and their families....
Punjab CM unveils land distribution plan across Punjab
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Tuesday announced a province-wide initiative to distribute 3 to 5 acres of government-owned agricultural land among underprivileged families,...
Gul Plaza Fire: SHC calls for judicial inquiry
KARACHI: In a move aimed at uncovering the truth behind the devastating Gul Plaza fire, the Sindh High Court (SHC) has ordered a formal judicial...
Lahore’s Skies Poised to Burst with Color as Basant Makes a Comeback
LAHORE: After two decades, the vibrant celebration of Basant is set to reclaim Lahore’s skies with a meticulously organized revival, reigniting the thrill and festivity...
Terrorists use US weapons abandoned in Afghanistan for terrorism in Pakistan : CNN Report
ISLAMABAD: Following the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, modern American-made weapons left behind are reportedly being used in terrorist attacks in Pakistan, escalating regional security concerns....
Pakistan, Kazakhstan enter into 37 agreements to strengthen bilateral relations
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Kazakhstan have established a strategic partnership, marking a significant milestone in their bilateral relations. The agreement was signed in Islamabad by Kazakhstan’s...
Senate approves privatisation amendment bill
ISLAMABAD: In a notable display of consensus, the Senate on Tuesday unanimously approved the Privatization Commission (Amendment) Bill 2025, The legislation was introduced in the...