Main 10th Muharram processions taken out in Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi, other cities
Karachi:The main procession on occasion of yome Ashur, 10th Muharram, in Karachi was taken out from Nishtar Park after Majalis that continued through the night...
Heavy rain, flooding likely from today
Karachi: Pakistan’s Meteorological Department issued an alert for heavy rains in the upper and lower parts of the country, including Karachi. The alert said that...
Youm-e-Ashur being observed today with due solemnity under tight security
Karachi/Lahore/Islamabad/Peshawar/Quetta:Youm-e-Ashur, the tenth of Muharram-ul-Haram, is being observed on Sunday today, across the country with due solemnity and respect to pay homage to the supreme...
Dar Affirms PPP Will Remain a Key Ally Despite PML-N Securing Simple Majority
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar emphasized on Saturday that the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) will continue to be a vital...
US, China to discuss on TikTok deal this week
WEB DESK: US President Donald Trump said on Friday he will start talking to China on Monday or Tuesday about a possible TikTok deal. He...
Karachi: Ongoing Removal of Debris from Collapsed Building in Lyari, Death Toll Rises to 21
KARACHI: The debris removal operation continues at the site of the building that collapsed in Lyari yesterday, with rescue teams recovering six more bodies today,...
Bus-Trailer collision in Muzaffargarh claims 6 killed, 18 injured
MUZAFFARGARH: In a tragic road accident in Muzaffargarh, Bus collided to Traller resulting 6 killed and at least 18 injured According to police, the collision...
PSX Gains 7,570 Points in the KSE 100 Index
KARACHI: : The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a remarkable rally in the first week of the current fiscal year, setting new records. The KSE...
Mohsin Naqvi says government, establishment being on the same page upsets many
SUKKUR : Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi commended the efforts of law enforcement agencies for ensuring peace and security during Muharram across Pakistan. He praised...
Ishaq Dar denies rumors of Nawaz Sharif’s meeting with Imran Khan in Adiala Jail
LAHORE: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has dismissed reports suggesting that former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif may meet Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder...
Mobile phone services to remain suspended in Peshawar on Ashura
PESHAWAR: Authorities in peshawar have decided to suspend mobile phone services on the 9th and 10th of Muharram, as security step. According to a police...
Sindh Proposes 8.1% Increase in Minimum Wages, Raising It to Rs40,000
KARACHI: The Sindh Minimum Wages Board has recommended an Rs3,000 hike in the minimum monthly wage for workers across various sectors in the province. The...
Security forces eliminate 3 TTP Tipu group terrorist in Lakki Marwat operation
LAKKI MARWAT: The police and Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) successfully eliminated three suspected terrorists of the banned Tehrik-e-Talban Pakistan (TTP) Tipu Group in Lakki Marwat...
Pakistan marks 9th muharram with reverence and heightened security
LAHORE: The observance of the 9th Muharram across Pakistan is underway with profound religious significance and solemnity, honoring the martyrs of Karbala. Mourning processions are...
Rescue efforts continue as newlywed couple trapped under debris in Karachi building collapse
KARACHI: A residential building that collapsed in the Baghadadi area of Lyari, Karachi, has resulted in multiple casualties, including a newlywed couple. According to residents,...
CEO, Medical Superintendent of Pakpattan DHQ Hospital Detained Over Child Deaths
PAKPATTAN: Following the tragic deaths of 20 children, the Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz, ordered the immediate arrest of the Medical Superintendent (MS) and...
Explosion at Rome Petrol Station Injures 27, Including Police Officers and Firefighter
ROME: An explosion at a petrol station in Rome’s Prenestino district resulted in injuries to at least 27 people, including 10 police officers and a...
PM Urges ECO Nations to Prevent Water as a Weapon, Cites Rising Threat from India
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif issued a stern warning on Friday regarding India’s escalating use of water as a strategic tool, describing it as a...
Gold price down by Rs.1500 per tola
KARACHI: The gold price decreased by Rs.1500 per tola to Rs.355,500 in Pakistan As per All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association, the rate of gold...
United States Celebrates 249th Independence Day with Joy and Patriotism
WASHINGTON: Americans across the nation commemorating the historic occasion with patriotic fervor.The United States marked its 249th Independence Day on July 4. Communities held parades,...
Death toll in Lyari building collapse climbs to eight
Karachi: Death toll in the collapse of a five storey building in Baghdadi area of Lyari in Karachi has climbed to eight while all the...
Pakistan’s Dr. Rana Javed Conquers killer mountain Nanga Parbat ’The world’s ninth highest peak’
KARACHI: Renowned Pakistani surgeon and mountaineer Dr. Rana Hassan Javed achieved a remarkable feat on Friday by summiting Nanga Parbat, the world’s ninth-highest and one...
PM urges ECO countries deepen colloboration for pressing regional and global challenges
KHANKENDI: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday urged the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) member states to deepen collaboration in response to pressing regional and global...
Security forces kill 30 fitna al Hindustan Khawarij in North Waziristan: ISPR
Rawalpindi: Security forces killed 30 Indian-sponsored Khawarij while foiling an infiltration attempt in the Hassan Khel area of North Waziristan District. According to the ISPR,...
Russia Becomes First Country to Recognize the Current Afghan Taliban Government
MOSCOW: Russia has officially recognized the Afghan Taliban government, making it the first country to accept their government after their return to power. According to...
Starlink Registration in Pakistan Lapses, Hindering Satellite Internet Deployment
ISLAMABAD: Starlink’s efforts to establish satellite internet services in Pakistan have hit a new obstacle as its temporary registration with the Pakistan Space Activities Regulatory...
Disqualification References ‘Filed’ Against SIC MPAs in ECP
ISLAMABAD: Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan has submitted disqualification references against 26 members of the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) to the Election Commission...
SC implements E-filing system across Supreme Court registries
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has successfully launched its new e-filing platform across all its regional registries, as confirmed by an official announcement. The...
Written verdict issued declaring all bail requests of Imran Khan in May 9 cases rejected
LAHORE: Lahore High Court has issued a written ruling rejecting the bail of PTI founder Imran Khan in eight cases related to May 9. A...
PM Shehbaz Arrives in Azerbaijan for 17th ECO Summit
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has touched down in Azerbaijan to participate in the 17th Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Summit, taking place in Khankendi, Azerbaijan....
KP Governor Kundi threatens no-confidence motion against CM Gandapur
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi, a senior leader of the PPP, issued a warning on Thursday that a no-confidence motion could be brought...
Gold price upticks by Rs.800 per tola
KARACHI: The price of gold per tola has increased by Rs.800 in the country. According to the All Pakistan Jewellers & Goldsmiths Association, the...
Govt announces two Public Holidays on Ashura
ISLAMABAD: Federal government on Thursday declared 5th and 6th July as public holidays to mark Ashura, notification confirmed. According to an official notification issued, the...
Pakistan to Participate in Asia Cup Hockey Tournament in Bihar Next Month
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s hockey team is set to participate in the upcoming Asia Cup, scheduled to be held in Rajgir, Bihar, from August 27 to September...
Javed Akhtar faces criticism over controversial remarks once again
WEB DESK: Indian writer and lyricist Javed Akhtar has once again come under fire on social media for his controversial talk about religion. According to...
Salaried class paid double income tax than combined income tax of exporters and retailers in FY2025
ISLAMABAD: It has come to light that the country’s salaried class contributed more than double the tax amount into the national kitty compared to the...
Deadly heatwave grips Europe, leaves 8 dead
A severe early summer heatwave has swept across Europe, claiming at least eight lives and forcing emergency measures in several countries. Spain, France, and Italy...
PM played vital role in ceasefire of Iran-Israel war: Mohsin Naqvi
Islamabad: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Thursday said that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had played a key role in Iran-Israel ceasefire after the two countries...
SBP reserves reaches $14.51 billio at end of Fiscal Year FY25
KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) reserves increased by $5.12 billion to $14.51 billion as of June 30 at the end of Fiscal Year...
PSX climbs to historic high of 131,000 points at start of session
Karachi: The bourse continuing its bullish trend on Thursday climbed to a historic high of 131,000 points after gaining more than 800 points at the...
Shehbaz Sharif to visit Azerbaijan today to attend 17th ECO summit
Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif will attend the two-day 17th Economic Cooperation Organization summit in Baku, Azerbaijan today. The theme of the Summit is...
Chief of the Air Staff, undertakes official visit to United States
Washington: In a significant development aimed at strengthening bilateral defence cooperation and advancing mutual interests Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed...
ECP restores 74 reserved seats after SC verdict , PML-N gets 43, PPP 14,JUI-F 12 seats
Islamabad: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Wednesday notified the names of 74 returned candidates against the reserved seats for women and non-Muslims in...
Bomb blast in Bajaur martyred 5 including assistant commissioner
Bajaur: A bomb blast rocked the Nawagai area of Bajaur district on Wednesday, killing at least four people and injuring 10 others, police confirmed. According...
To ensure uniform power tariff NEPRA reduces electricity rates by Rs 1.16 per unit
ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra), has reduced the electricity rate by Rs1.15 per unit for all but lifeline consumers with the change...
Saudi Arabia envoy calls on PM Shehbaz Sharif
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has lauded the efforts of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for peace in the Middle East as well as its significant...
Judicial Commission Confirms Chief Justices for All High Courts Despite Objections
ISLAMABAD: In a significant development, the Judicial Commission of Pakistan has approved the permanent appointments of chief justices to all four provincial high courts, despite...
Trump’s Tax and Spending Bill Passes U.S. Senate by Single Vote Margin
WASHINGTON: The U.S. Senate, controlled by the Republican Party, has passed President Donald Trump’s tax and spending bill by a narrow margin of just one...
Pindi Cricket Stadium Set for Lighting Upgrade with Modern LED System
RAWALPINDI: The iconic Pindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi is undergoing a major lighting upgrade as authorities begin replacing its old floodlights with state-of-the-art LED lights....
Cartoonist and Magazine Editors Arrested in Turkey Over Blasphemous Sketch
ISTANBOL: A cartoonist and several editors of a weekly magazine in Turkey have been arrested after publishing a blasphemous sketch allegedly depicting the Prophet Muhammad...