Microsoft to shut down Skype on May 5, 2025, After Two Decades of Service
WEB DESK: Microsoft has announced that it will officially retire Skype on May 5, 2025, marking the end of an era for one of the...
Mufti Tariq Masood slams Modi, Hails Role of Pak Army
LAHORE: Prominent Islamic scholar Mufti Tariq Masood has strongly condemned the recent Pahalgam incident, stating that “Modi has lost his senses, and we will fix...
Pakistan can use conventional, nuclear weapons against India: Envoy warns
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Ambassador to Russia, Khalid Jamali, has issued a stern warning to India, stating that Islamabad will respond with full force, including the use...
Israel’s Defense System Fails, Missile Fired from Yemen Hits Ben Gurion Airport, 8 Injured
WEB DESK: A ballistic missile fired by Yemeni Houthis struck Israel’s main Ben Gurion International Airport. According to Arab media, the missile hit a road...
DPM telephones Malaysian FM, underscores Pakistan’s commitment to regional peace
Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar has underscored Pakistan’s commitment to regional peace and security, while reserving the right to safeguard...
Starvation turns grim in Gaza as 57 died, Israeli attacks in last 24 hours martyred 45
Gaza: Trucks carrying food, water and medicine are piling up at the borders of Gaza as the Strip’s Government Media Office says at least 57...
Quetta defeats Islamabad in PSL nail-bitter
LAHORE : Quetta Gladiators have defeated Islamabad United by two wickets in a PSL encounter held at Lahore. Hassan Nawaz scored an enthralling innings of...
PM express gratitude to Turkiye for support amid Pak-India tensions
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif has expressed gratitude to Turkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for his firm backing of Pakistan amid the current South...
Renowned Pakistani Writer Muhammad Kamal Pasha Passes Away
LAHORE: Prominent writer of the Pakistani film industry, Muhammad Kamal Pasha, has passed away. According to his family, Muhammad Kamal Pasha had been ill for...
Pakistani national song aired on Indian YouTube Channels
WEB DESK: In response to India’s closure of Pakistani YouTube channels, the Ministry of Information has used technology to broadcast a national song on Indian...
CM Punjab launches ‘Apni Zameen Apna Ghar’ scheme
LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz has announced ‘Apni Zameen Apna Ghar’ scheme across Punjab. For the detail, ‘Apni Zameen Apna Ghar’ scheme: Registration, eligibility...
Russian drones attack in Ukraine apartment block, 46 hurt
WEB DESK: Russia launched a mass drone attack in Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, hitting a high-rise apartment block, triggering fires and injuring 46 people. Mayor...
PTA warns patched phones users
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a fresh warning against the use of patched phones, stressing serious legal consequences. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA)...
China calls for transparent, impartial investigation into Pahalgam attack
ISLAMABAD: Vice President of the Center for China and Globalization (CCG) Dr. Victor Gao, said China stand with Pakistan against any aggression and committed to...
India Halts Imports from Pakistan Amid Rising Post-Pahalgam Tension
ISLAMABAD: India has banned imports from Pakistan amid post-Pahalgam tension India said on Saturday it had banned the import of goods coming from or transiting...
Gold price drops in Pakistan
KARACHI: The price of gold decreased again by Rs.2300 per tola According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association, the price gold per...
Religious Scholar and Senator Sajid Mir passes away
WEB DESK: Senator Prof. Sajid Mir, head of Markazi Jamiat Ahle Hadith and a former senator, passed away at the age of 87 in Lahore....
President Zardari issued CDA Amendment Ordinance 2025.
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has issued the CDA Amendment Ordinance 2025. After the approval of President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari, the gazette notification...
Security Forces kill 5 Khawarij and 2 arrest in KPK operation
RAWALPINDI: Security forces killed 5 terrorists and arrested 2 khawarij during 3 operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on April 30 and May 1. According to Inter-Services...
Pakistan successfully tests Abdali Tactical Ballistic Missile
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan successfully test-fires the surface-to-surface Abdali ballistic missile. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the purpose of the test was to evaluate operational...
Bail applications of PTI founder in May 9 cases scheduled for hearing
LAHORE: Hearing schedule for bail applications of Imran Khan in eight cases related to May 9 has been set. A two-member bench of Lahore High...
Curfew imposed in North Waziristan from 6 AM to 6 PM.
NORTH WAZIRISTAN: Curfew has been imposed from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM in North Waziristan. According to the district administration, movement from Dattakhel to Miranshah,...
Seven dead in highway crash near Yellowstone, Idaho authorities report
WEB DESK: Devastating collision between a pickup truck and a tour van occurred on a highway near Yellowstone National Park, resulting in seven fatalities and...
Children in Gaza suffer from severe hunger amid Israel’s complete blockade
GAZA: Humanitarian crisis in Gaza has deepened as thousands of Palestinian children face alarming levels of malnutrition amid Israel’s ongoing blockade, the United Nations has...
EU Calls for Calm and Restraint from India and Pakistan on Pahalgam attack
WEB DESK: European Union (EU) on Friday urged India and Pakistan to exercise “restraint” and engage in dialogue to ease the rising tensions amid ongoing...
Strong earthquake of 7.4 jolts cost of Argentina
Buenos Aires: A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck 219km (136 miles) off the coast of the city of Ushuaia, in neighbouring Argentina, on Friday, according to...
Any misadventure by India to meet with resolute, proportionate response: Special CCC
Rawalpindi:Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Syed Asim Munir presided over a Special Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) at General Headquarters (GHQ) today. The Forum conducted...
Saudi and UAE envoys call on PM to discuss India Pakistan escalation
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has urged brotherly countries, including Saudi Arabia, to impress upon India to de-escalate and defuse tensions. He was talking to...
Sher Afzal Marwat and Founder PTI’s petition against rigging approved for hearing.
ISLAMABAD: Supreme Court has approved the hearing of petitions filed by Sher Afzal Marwat and the founder of PTI regarding electoral rigging. The court dismissed...
Pakistan is prepared to welcome Its citizens if India opens border crossing, FO
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistani government announced on Thursday that it remains willing to facilitate the return of its citizens from India, provided Indian authorities permit border...
Decision to formally notify India of the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty
WEB DESK: It has been decided that within a few days, Pakistan will formally issue a notice to New Delhi through diplomatic channels regarding the...
Market gains on the final day of the business week.
KARACHI: KSE-100 Index experienced a remarkable rally on the final day of the business week. The stock market crossed a significant milestone, gaining 1,633 points...
Bus overturned in Gulshan Hadid, resulting deaths of 3 people.
KARACHI: A bus in Karachi near Gulshan-e-Hadeed Samundari Baba has been involved in an accident. According to the rescue officials, three people, including one woman,...
U.S. urges Pakistan and India to pursue responsible solutions for long-term peace and regional stability.
WASHINGTON: The United States has emphasized the importance of finding a responsible solution to the issues between Pakistan and India. Spokesperson for the US State...
India wants Kashmir attackers brought to justice, foreign minister tells Rubio
NEW DELHI/MUZAFFARABAD: India’s foreign minister said he has told Secretary of State Marco Rubio that perpetrators of the deadly attack in Kashmir last week should be...
PM holds telephonic conversation with Amir of Qatar to discuss developments in South Asia
Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif had a telephone conversation with the Amir of Qatar His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani Thursday evening and...
Chinese Ambassador calls on PM, support Pakistan to secure peace, stability in region
Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has thanked China for its strong and steadfast support to Pakistan, in the prevailing situation in South Asia. He...
PM calls on President to exchange views on current security situation after escalation with India
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called on President Asif Ali Zardari in Aiwan-e-Sadar. Both the leaders exchanged views on escalation with India after the Pahalgam...
Any military misadventure by India to be met with swift, resolute, and notch-up response: COAS
Rawalpindi: Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Syed Asim Munir, visited the Tilla Field Firing Ranges (TFFR) today to witness Exercise Hammer Strike—a high-intensity, field...
PM orders timely completion of power projects
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the prioritized completion of projects like the Diamer Bhasha Dam to establish an effective system for energy production...
Pakistan temporarily closes Airspace over Karachi and Lahore
KARACHI: Pakistan’s aviation authorities have announced the temporary closure of select sections within the Karachi and Lahore Flight Information Regions (FIRs) for a duration of...
Indian Air Force Vice Chief SP Dharkar also dismissed after senior Army Commander
WEB DESK: India’s government has dismissed a senior military official amid disciplinary concerns. Just seven months into his tenure, Air Marshal SP Dharakar, the Vice...
International Labour Day being observed today
WEB DESK: Labour Day is being observed today across Pakistan and the entire world, with a nationwide holiday. In Pakistan, the observance of Labour Day...
President Zardari honors dedication to workers and youth on ‘Labour Day’.
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has expressed his appreciation for the efforts, struggles, and sacrifices of hardworking men and women who play a vital role...
Pakistan ranked 12th among world’s most powerful Militaries, Global Fire Power reports
WEB DESK: The 2025 Global Firepower (GFP) Index has ranked Pakistan among the top 15 global military powers, placing it at 12th position out of...
Lieutenant General Asim Malik named as a National Security Advisor
ISLAMABAD: Lieutenant General Asim Malik Appointed as National Security Advisor, Notification Issued In light of the current security situation, the Federal Government has taken an...
United States and India Conclude $130 Million Defense Agreement
WASHINGTON: The United States has finalized a defense agreement with India valued at approximately $130 million, signaling a deepening of strategic partnership amid evolving regional...
US and Ukraine signed Mineral Cooperation Agreement
WASHINGTON: Ukraine and the United States have finalized an agreement to enhance cooperation by granting Washington access to key rare minerals and supporting reconstruction initiatives...
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio calls Indian EAM Jaishankar and Pakistani PM Sharif to de-escalate tensions.
WASHINGTON: The United States has urged India and Pakistan to lower regional tensions and has reaffirmed its support for collaborative efforts to combat terrorism in...
Government cuts Petroleum product prices
ISLAMABAD: The government has announced a reduction in petroleum product prices, effective from today MAY 01. According to the Ministry of Finance, both petrol and...