Pakistan moving towards economic growth: PM
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan is making rapid progress on the economic, foreign and military fronts and now the country would move...
50 more Palestinians martyred in Israeli attacks on Gaza
GAZA: At least 50 Palestinians, including five aid seekers, have been killed and 184 injured in Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip in the past...
Tragic shooting, arson at Michigan church leaves 4 dead, suspect also dead
MICHIGAN: At least four people were killed and several others wounded when authorities say a man opened fire at a Church of Jesus Christ of...
FBR says deadline for filing income tax returns is final and will not be extended beyond tomorrow.
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) announced on Monday that the deadline for filing income tax returns for the 2025 tax year will not...
Attention: Petrol prices may increase from October 1
ISLAMABAD: The federal government is anticipated to authorize a notable increase in petroleum prices, which will take effect on October 1. Sources indicate that the...
For the very first time in history, gold prices in Pakistan have exceeded the astonishing threshold of Rs 400,000.
KARACHI: In a historic milestone, domestic gold rates in Pakistan have surged past the Rs400,000 mark per tola for the very first time, according to...
Asia Cup 2025 Winner to get whopping $300,000 as prize money announced
The Asia Cup 2025 final in Dubai promises not only history on the field but also a record-breaking prize purse. According to tournament administration sources,...
Indian diplomat leaves after Pakistani diplomat slams India’s attempt to malign Pakistan
UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan took strong exception when India called it “Terroristan” at the United Nations on Saturday, saying that the attempt to distort the country’s...
Pak previous squad likely to play against India in Asia Cup final
Dubai: As the stage is set for the much-anticipated Asia Cup final, sources confirm that Pakistan is unlikely to make any changes to its playing...
High octane Asia Cup final between Pakistan and India to be played tonight
Dubai: For the first time in 41 years, Pakistan and India will battle for the Asia Cup crown in a grand final tonight at 7:30pm...
17 Militants killed in Karak as security forces conduct successful operation
KARAK: In a major counter-terrorism offensive, Pakistani security forces eliminated 17 militants associated with the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), also referred to as Khawarij, during...
CM Punjab launches flood survey campaign under PDMA
Lahore: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz on Saturday launched a campaign for survey of flood that recently thronged the province under the Provincial Disaster Management...
Blast in Bajaur claims lives of three children, Injures four
BAJAUR: A tragic explosion in the Laghrai Mamond area of Bajaur has left three children dead and four others wounded, police reported on Saturday. Authorities...
Gold Prices Surge Again in Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan continued their upward trend today, with a significant increase recorded across the country. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems...
Rising water levels at kotri barrage flood villages, damage crops
LAHORE: A continued surge in water levels at the Kotri Barrage on the Indus River is triggering flooding in adjacent villages, inflicting severe damage on...
Port Qasim ranked 9th most developed port in the world by World Bank
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar, has announced that the World Bank has ranked Port Qasim as the 9th most developed port...
Pakistan faces IMF pressure over fiscal slippage, energy sector losses
ISLAMABAD: International Monetary Fund (IMF) Pusheed Pakistan on Fiscal Targets, Energy Reforms Amid Ongoing Economic Talks, Provincial surpluses, circular debt, and tax revenue shortfalls under...
Chinese Prime Minister hails PM Shehbaz’s speech at UNGA
NEW YORK: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, following his address at the United Nations General Assembly, held an informal meeting with Chinese Premier Li Qiang...
Trump urges immediate U.S. investment in Pakistan, says PM Shehbaz
NEW JERSEY: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced that former U.S. President Donald Trump has encouraged American companies to begin investing in Pakistan without delay....
Reko Diq Project: Railway Track agreement expected on october 2 amid $10 billion mining expansion
WEB DESK: A major milestone in the $10 billion Reko Diq copper-gold mining project is anticipated as an agreement for constructing a 1,350-kilometre railway line...
Pakistan Shuts Down Five Afghan Refugee Camps in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
PESHAWAR: In a significant step under its Afghan repatriation policy, the federal government of Pakistan has ordered the closure of five Afghan refugee camps located...
KU cancels degree of Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri
KARACHI: The University of Karachi has cancelled the law degree of Islamabad High Court’s Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri and imposed a three-year ban on him....
Pakistan, Russia nearing launch of first Karachi-Moscow freight train
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Russia are close to finalizing plans for the launch of the first-ever pilot freight train linking Karachi to Moscow, a move set...
Gold price saw a second consecutive decline in Pakistan, globally
KARACHI: The price of gold decreased by Rs.1000 per tola in Pakistan. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of...
PSX achieves another milestone, surpasses 161000 pts
KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange achieved another milestone and surpassed a psychological barrier of one lac sixty one thousand points for the first time in the...
PU students reaffirm support for armed forces during DG ISPR’s visit
LAHORE: Director-General Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, visited Punjab University on Thursday, where he was welcomed with enthusiasm by students and...
All eyes on PM as he will addresses 80th UNGA session in New York today
NEW YORK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will address the 80th session of the UN General Assembly in New York on Friday. In his address, the...
Security pulled from Islamabad Judges without warning, police summoned to court
ISLAMABAD: In a sudden and controversial move, security personnel assigned to Islamabad’s district judges have been withdrawn, triggering alarm among judicial authorities and prompting swift...
Tragic Road crash in Dera Ismail Khan claims 11 Lives from one family
D.I.KHAN: A devastating road accident in the Dhanasar area of Dera Ismail Khan on Friday resulted in the deaths of 11 people from a single...
PM Shehbaz praises Trump as ‘Man of Peace’ during landmark White House visit
WASHINGTON: In a rare and closely watched engagement at the White House, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir...
Sheikh Dr. Saleh bin Humaid named Saudi Arabia’s new grand mufti
RIYADH: In a significant move for the Kingdom’s religious leadership, King Salman bin Abdulaziz has appointed Sheikh Dr. Saleh bin Abdullah Al Humaid as the...
Asia Cup 2025: Bangladesh choose to bowl first against pakistan
DUBAI: Bangladesh won the toss and opted to field first against Pakistan on Thursday at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. With both sides having suffered...
CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz inaugurates environment friendly Green Electric Bus service in DG Khan
Dera Ghazi Khan: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz on Thursday inaugurated the Green Electric Buss Service in Dera Ghazi Khan (DG Khan). Addressing on the...
Pakistan, IMF launch second review talks amid focus on flood recovery efforts
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have kicked off the second round of review talks on the current loan program today (Thursday), with...
PM Shehbaz meets Bangladesh Chief Adviser, discuss bilateral ties
NEW YORK : Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to building constructive and forward looking ties with Bangladesh, rooted in mutual respect, trust...
Bilawal Bhutto launches free pink electric scooters for working women in Karachi
KARACHI: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari led the launch of a new women-focused transport initiative in Karachi on Thursday, distributing free pink...
Pakistan set to launch first hyperspectral satellite in October
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is gearing up to launch its first-ever advanced hyperspectral satellite in October, a major milestone in the country’s space and remote sensing capabilities,...
Gold prices drop in Pakistan after recent surge
KARACHI: After several consecutive increases, gold prices in Pakistan have recorded a notable decline. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association, the...
PM Shehbaz, Bill Gates explore expanded collaboration on health, relief, and development
NEW YORK: On the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a significant meeting with Bill Gates, co-chair of...
PM Shehbaz Urges World Leaders to Fulfill Climate Finance Promises, Commits to Stronger Ties with Bangladesh
NEW YORK: Speaking on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif underscored Pakistan’s dual commitment to climate...
Pakistan secures Rs1.275 trillion bank deal to tackle power sector circular debt
ISLAMABAD: In a significant move aimed at addressing the long-standing issue of circular debt in Pakistan’s power sector, the federal government has signed a Rs1.275...
IHC petition filed for recovery of missing woman, Falak Javaid
ISLAMABAD: A petition was submitted to the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday by the father of Sanam Javaid a Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) activist seeking...
Votes counting underway in Sindh’s 14 districts for LG by-elections including Karachi
Karachi: Polling time ended across 14 districts of Sindh for local government (LG) by-elections on 28 seats. Voting began at 8am and closed at 4pm...
Farooq Sattar lambastes on Mayor Karachi over stopping work forcibly on Green Line Project
Karachi: The Muttahida Quami Movement Pakistan (MQM-P) leader Dr Farooq Sattar has said that Mayor Karachi has decided neither he himself will do any work...
PM meets IMF chief; calls for considering economic impact of floods in program review
NEW YORK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday said that Pakistan was making steady progress towards meeting the various targets and commitments under the IMF...
PM attends Arab-Islamic Summit hosted by Trump, Amir-e-Qatar
New York: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif attended the Arab-Islamic Summit hosted by U.S. President Donald Trump and the Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad...
PM meets World Bank Group President in New York
New York: President of World Bank Group Ajay Banga met with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in New York. The Prime Minister lauded the Bank’s long-standing...
Trump calls for immediate ceasefire in Gaza during UN address, rejects Palestinian statehood
NEW YORK: Speaking before world leaders at the 80th United Nations General Assembly, U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday called for an immediate end to...
SC to Review Petitions Challenging 26th Amendment
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has scheduled a hearing for October 7 to consider multiple petitions contesting the 26th Constitutional Amendment. Proceedings will commence...
Afghan teen survives 1,000km flight hidden in Plane’s Landing gear, deported from Delhi
NEW DELHI: In a startling and rare survival story, a 13-year-old Afghan boy endured a perilous flight from Kabul to Delhi while concealed in the...