SOCAR and PSO extends LNG framework agreement for three more years
WEB DESK: Azerbaijan State Oil Company and Pakistan State Oil (PSO) have agreed to extend the LNG framework agreement for an additional three years. Federal...
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to depart for Saudi Arabia on two-days official visit
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, along with a high-level delegation, will depart for Saudi Arabia today on a two-day official visit. According to the Foreign...
Donald Trump announces US travel ban on 12 countries, restrictions on seven
WASHINGTON: United States President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing a full travel ban on travelers from 12 countries and additional restrictions on...
Pakistan Stock Exchange crosses the barrier of 1,21000 by adding 134 points
KARACHI: Positive trend observed on the fourth day of trading week at Pakistan Stock Exchange. During the trading session, the index increased by 134 points,...
US vetoes UN Security Council demand for Gaza ceasefire
NEW YORK:The United States has vetoed a draft U.N. Security Council resolution calling for an immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in...
PM pens letter to Omar Ayub for meeting over consultation on appointing CEC
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has invited National Assembly Opposition Leader Omar Ayub for a meeting regarding consultations over the appointment of a chief election...
NEC approves comprehensive agenda for Pakistan’s economic development
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chaired a key meeting of the National Economic Council (NEC) in Islamabad, where a comprehensive agenda for Pakistan’s economic...
PM says Pahalgam incident, a false flag operation
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday said that the recent armed conflict between Pakistan and India which lasted for four days, established the...
MQM-P delegation calls on PM to present its suggestions on budget
Islamabad: The Muttahida Qaumi Movement Pakistan (MQM-P) delegation led by its Chairman and Federal Minister for Education Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddique called on Prime Minister...
Pakistan’s parliamentary delegation concludes UN visit, reaches Washington
Washington:A high-level Parliamentary delegation, led by Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples’ Party and former Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, concluded a two-day visit to the...
Pak to chair UNSC’s Taliban Sanctions Committee, vice-chairs Counter-Terrorism Committee
New York: Pakistan is set to chair the United Nations Security Council’s Taliban Sanctions Committee in 2025 and will also serve as vice-chair of the...
PSX crosses another limit to close at record level 1,21,798 after gaining 1347 points
Karachi: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Wednesday, third day of business week, crossed another limit and closed at 1, 21, 798 after gaining 1347 points....
U.N. Security Council to Vote on Gaza Ceasefire Draft Amid Calls for Immediate Action
NEW YORK: The ten elected members of the U.N. Security Council have called for an emergency vote on a draft resolution demanding an immediate, unconditional,...
President Zardari and PM Shehbaz commend security forces for neutralizing 14 foreign-backed extremists in North Waziristan
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari, and Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, commend the security forces for eliminating 14 foreign-supported extremists in Dattakhel district of North Waziristan....
Major earthquake possible in Karachi from thursday night to saturday night
ISLAMABAD: The private organization “Earth Quick News and Research Center” has issued a warning about a potential severe earthquake in Karachi. The CEO of the...
Pakistani delegation alerts UN General Assembly President on India’s threats to South Asian stability
WEB DESK: Under the leadership of Pakistan People’s Party Chairman and former Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, a high-level parliamentary delegation completed a two-day visit...
Stock Market hits new record with index surpassing 121,000 milestone
KARACHI: A new milestone has been achieved at the Pakistan Stock Exchange, with the index reaching an all-time high of 101,21 points. On the third...
14 militants neutralized in security forces operation in North Waziristan, ISPR
RAWALPINDI: 14 militants killed in a security forces operation in North Waziristan. According to the ISPR, on June 2 and 3, 2025, security forces conducted...
Hajj Rituals Begin Today, Pilgrims to Reach Mina Before Noon
MAKKAH: The rituals of Hajj are beginning today, with hundreds of thousands of pilgrims from around the world expected to reach Mina before noon. They...
President of the UN general assembly endorses Pakistan’s Stance
NEW YORK: President of the United Nations General Assembly, Dennis Francis, has endorsed Pakistan’s position that dialogue and diplomacy are the only way to achieve...
Enemy will face severe repercussions if water flow to Pakistan blocked: PM
PESHAWAR: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif issued a stern warning on Tuesday, cautioning that any attempt by enemies to obstruct water supplies to Pakistan will face...
Pak delegation meets President UNSC, urges to play role for resolution of Kashmir dispute
New York: The high-level Pakistani parliamentary delegation, former Foreign Minister, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Tuesday emphasized the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to play its...
Gold price surge in Pakistan
KARACHI: The rate of gold increased by Rs.1000 per tola According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers association, the price of gold hiked by...
Around 1.6 mln pilgrims embark on sacred journey for Divine forgiveness, blessings from tomorrow
MAKKAH AL MUKARRAMAH: As the curtain rises on Hajj 2025, the tranquil valley of Mina braces itself for an influx of around 1.6 million devout...
Pakistan’s Business Hub Karachi Airport Lacks Basic Facilities for International Passengers
KARACHI: Jinnah International Airport, the primary gateway to Pakistan’s commercial capital, is under growing criticism for its lack of basic facilities for international passengers. Once...
FinMin reiterates Pakistan commitment to enhance cooperation under SCO to foster economic prosperity
Islamabad: Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Tuesday reiterated Pakistan’s commitment and readiness to enhance cooperation under the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)...
PM orders to complete construction of Diamer-Bhasha Dam on priority basis
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed that projects like Diamer-Bhasha Dam should be completed on a priority basis to establish an effective system for...
Israeli attack in Rafah kills 27 Palestinians at aid site; UN calls for investigation
GAZA: In a devastating incident in southern Gaza’s Rafah governorate, at least 27 Palestinians were killed and dozens injured when Israeli forces targeted an aid...
Elections of zonal and regional cricket associations in Islamabad declared null and void
WEB DESK: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued a major decision regarding the Islamabad Regional and Zonal Cricket Associations. The PCB has dismissed Shakeel Shaikh...
President Zardari and PM Shehbaz praise security forces for eliminating 7 terrorists linked to India in Balochistan
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari, and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, commend the security forces for their operations in Balochistan, which resulted in the elimination of...
Seven terrorists killed in two separate operations in Balochistan, ISPR
RAWALPINDI: On June 2, 2025, in two separate operations in Balochistan, seven terrorists affiliated with the Indian agent organization “Fitna-al-Hindustan” were neutralized, ISPR According to...
Case filed in connection with murder of 17-year-old TikToker Sana Yousuf
ISLAMABAD: A case has been registered regarding the murder of well-known TikTok star Sana Yousuf in Islamabad. According to the complaint filed by the victim’s...
Over 200 inmates escape from Malir Jail amid earthquake-induced chaos
KARACHI: In the aftermath of a recent earthquake, at least 216 inmates escaped from Malir Jail during the evacuation process, Jail Superintendent Arshad Shah confirmed...
Balochistan is a integral part of Pakistan and can never be separated, DG ISPR
RAWALPINDI: Director General of ISPR (Inter-Services Public Relations), Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, has clarified that, Balochistan is an integral part of Pakistan and can...
Pakistani delegation meets representatives of several countries
WEB DESK: Pakistan’s diplomatic delegation met with representatives of China, Russia, and several other countries at the United Nations and presented Pakistan’s stance. According to...
Sindh govt to provide free house, bike for flood victims
KARACHI: Provincial Minister for information and transport Sharjeel Inam Memon has announced that Sind government will provide free house and bike for the victims of...
Pakistan seeks peace with dignity and equality: Bilawal
New York: Former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has said that he will present message of Pakistan “peace with dignity and equality” at the United...
Pakistan Crypto Council meeting held in chair of FinMin Senator Aurangzeb
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) convened a high-level meeting today at the Ministry of Finance, chaired by Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, the Federal Minister for...
Tesla refuse to produce cars in India
NEW DELHI: Indian Federal Minister has said that Tesla has refused to produce cars in India as the government finalised its electric vehicle policy, with...
Modi unlikely to attend G7 summit
WEB DESK: Modi has not yet received an invitation to the G7 summit being held in Canada. For the first time in six years, Indian...
Federal govt announces 4-day Eid Ul Azha holidays
Islamabad: Federal government has announced a four-day Eid Ul Al-Azha holidays across the country. The cabinet division has also issued a notification in this regard...
India approves the production of advanced Fifth-Generation Stealth Combat Aircraft amid rising tensions with Pakistan
NEW DELHI: Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, India has taken a significant step to enhance its aerial capabilities. The Indian government has decided...
190 million pound case: NAB forms special prosecution team
ISLAMABAD: Ahead of hearings on appeals against the convictions of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi, the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has...
Israel targets Gaza dialysis center amid rising outrage over GHF killings
GAZA: Israeli airstrikes severely impacted Gaza’s health infrastructure, including the destruction of the territory’s only kidney dialysis centre in northern Gaza. The escalation in violence...
JI Karachi announces city-wide protest today against 12-to-18 hour loadshedding by K-electric
Karachi: Jamat-e-Islami (JI) Karachi on Monday announced staging protest today across the city against the worst loadshedding conducted by K-electric. As per the JI spokesperson,...
Six tremors felt across Karachi since yesterday
KARACHI: Six tremors have been felt in various parts of the city since yesterday, causing panic among the residents. These six earthquakes started last evening...
Glenn Maxwell announces retirement from One-Day International Cricket after glittering career with two World Cup triumphs
MELBOURNE: Star all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has announced his retirement from One Day International (ODI) cricket after a distinguished career marked by World Cup victories. The...
Chinese Scholar Victor Gao issues strong warning to India over water politics
WEB DESK: Senior Chinese academic and geopolitical analyst Victor Gao has issued a firm warning to India regarding its plans concerning water management with Pakistan,...
Federal Budget 2025-26:Announcement of new economic growth targets
ISLAMABAD: The target for economic growth in the upcoming fiscal year 2025-26 has been set at 4.2%, according to the budget document. The economic targets...
Pakistani delegation to hold key meetings in USA aiming to expose India’s nefarious plans
NEW YORK: Under the leadership of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Chairman of the Pakistan People’s Party and head of the country’s diplomatic delegation, Pakistani officials are...