JI Karachi leader calls on Sindh IG; discuss crime control, traffic reforms
KARACHI: Munam Zafar, the chief of Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) in Karachi, held a meeting with Inspector General (IG) Sindh Javed Alam Odho on Friday to review...
Govt launched fuel subsidy initiative for motorcyclists
ISLAMABAD: The government has introduced a new mobile application aimed at providing subsidized petrol to low-income riders, with an initial allocation of 20 liters per...
CM Baluchistan announced new districts to boost development
QUETTA: The Chief Minister of Balochistan, Sarfaraz Bugti has revealed plans to establish new districts across the province to accelerate growth and governance. During a...
Pakistan committed to regional peace: PM Shehbaz Sharif
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif affirmed Pakistan’s commitment to actively contribute to regional peace and stability during a phone call with Kuwait’s Crown Prince, Sheikh...
Pakistani business leaders reject anti-GSP+ campaign, call for immediate govt action
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s business sector has denounced recent negative narratives targeting the country’s GSP Plus status, urging the government to take decisive measures against those attempting...
Rahat, son honored at UK Parliament as cross-border Bangla Duet launches
LONDON: Renowned Pakistani musician Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and his son, Shahzaman Khan, received a formal tribute at the UK Houses of Parliament during...
China denies claims of supplying Iran with chips after report sparks controversy
BEIJING: China has dismissed reports suggesting that its leading semiconductor company has been providing chipmaking equipment to Iran. The Chinese foreign ministry described the allegations...
Ships paying up to $2 million for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz
TEHRAN: Iran is allegedly working on a new mechanism that enables ships to traverse the Strait of Hormuz securely, despite the ongoing tensions with the...
Tensions escalate in Middle East as Iran threatens US hotels, US prepares troop surge
TEHRAN: Iran has issued warnings targeting hotels housing American military personnel across the Middle East amid ongoing hostilities. The Iranian military spokesperson, Abolfazl Shekarchi, stated...
Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi’s fate decided: IHC to hear suspension pleas on March 31
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has scheduled a hearing for March 31 to consider petitions filed by PTI leader Imran Khan and his wife...
High-stakes diplomacy: Pakistan set to host crucial US-Iran talks soon
BERLIN/PARIS: German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has indicated that direct negotiations between the United States and Iran could take place in the near future. Speaking...
40 years of support, no return: Bugti slams lack of Afghan reciprocity
QUETTA: Sarfraz Bugti has said that despite Pakistan’s decades-long support for Afghan nationals, the response has not been in line with expectations. Speaking at a...
Gold rates slip in Pakistan amid global market dip
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan registered a decline on Friday, March 27, 2026, in line with a slight downturn in the international bullion market, according...
Pakistan’s leadership congratulates Nepal’s new PM Balen Shah
ISLAMABAD: Asif Ali Zardari and Shehbaz Sharif have extended their congratulations to Balen Shah on assuming office as Nepal’s prime minister following a decisive electoral...
Middle East conflict boosts Pakistan’s role as emerging global trade hub
ISLAMABAD: Ongoing tensions and conflict in the Middle East have significantly elevated Pakistan’s position as a key global trade and transshipment hub. Amid disruptions in...
US-Israeli strikes reportedly target IRGC Naval Chief in Iran; confirmation awaited
TEHRAN: Fresh airstrikes allegedly carried out by the United States and Israel have targeted Iranian naval installations in the southern port city of Bandar Abbas,...
Gunmen target College bus in Karachi, female students robbed
KARACHI: A group of armed suspects carried out a robbery on a college bus in Karachi, once again underscoring the city’s ongoing street crime concerns....
Iran claims heavy losses for US, Israel; says multiple bases destroyed
TEHRAN: Iran’s military has claimed to have inflicted major losses on US and Israeli forces during the ongoing conflict. The spokesperson alleged that around 800...
Israeli airstrikes shake areas near Pakistan Embassy in Tehran, staff reported safe
TEHRAN: Israeli air raids struck areas close to the Pakistan Embassy and the residence of Pakistan’s ambassador in Iran’s capital late Thursday night. The strikes...
Final moments captured”: Iranian media releases last image of Khamenei before death
TEHRAN: Iranian media outlets have shared an image they claim shows former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in his final moments before his death. Reports indicate...
Thrilling start to PSL 11: Lahore Qalandars chase huge 200-run target against Hyderabad Kings
LAHORE: In the opening match of HBL PSL 11, Lahore Qalandars have set a target of 200 runs for Hyderabad Kings.The match is being played...
Gold Prices in Pakistan witness drop of over Rs.11,000 per Tola
KARACHI: The cost of gold per tola in Pakistan has experienced a sharp decline of more than Rs.11,000 today. As reported by the All Pakistan...
Karachi: Flour prices decrease following new wheat harvest
KARACHI: Flour mill owners have announced a notable decline in the prices of flour and fine flour after the new wheat harvest has entered the...
Missile debris causes fatalities in Abu Dhabi, including Pakistani national
ABU DHABI: In Abu Dhabi, debris from a missile interception led to the deaths of two individuals, one of whom is a Pakistani citizen. The...
Pakistan, Oman reinforce commitment to strengthen energy collaboration
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Oman have reaffirmed their dedication to deepening their energy partnership amid changing regional dynamics. The pledge was made during a meeting between...
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ECP declares Murad Saeed disqualified following ATC conviction
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has officially announced the disqualification of PTI Senator Murad Saeed, leading to the vacancy of his Senate seat...
Chinese satellite successfully tests In-Orbit refueling of another satellite in low earth orbit
BEIJING: A Chinese commercial satellite has successfully completed a refueling test in low Earth orbit. During the test, the satellite utilized an octopus-like flexible robotic...
Trump Issues urgent warning to Iran: Act now before It’s too late
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to Iran, warning that the opportunity for negotiations is quickly slipping away. On Truth Social, Trump...
PSL 11 opener: Lahore Qalandars win toss and bat against Hyderabad Kings!
LAHORE: In the opening match of HBL PSL 11, Lahore Qalandars won the toss and decided to bat against Hyderabad Kings. The match is being...
India’s Foreign Minister criticized for unprofessional remarks amid global diplomacy setbacks
WEB DESK: During an all-party meeting, Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar reportedly used unparliamentary and offensive language while addressing Pakistan. Analysts say the remarks reflect...
Indirect US-Iran talks underway through Pakistan: DPM
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has said the indirect talks between the United States and Iran are taking place through messages being relayed by...
Iranian revolutionary Guards Navy Chief killed in Israeli airstrike amid ongoing Gulf conflict
TEHRAN: Israel has confirmed that a targeted airstrike eliminated Alireza Tangsiri, head of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards navy, in a precision operation announced by Israel...
Pakistan has adequate petroleum stocks for April, authorities confirm
ISLAMABAD: During a high-level meeting on Thursday, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar reviewed the nation’s petroleum reserves and was informed that current stocks are sufficient...
Death toll mounts in US-Israeli war on Iran, over 200 children among casualties
WEB DESK: Iran has been at the center of a devastating conflict that erupted on February 28, when United States and Israel launched strikes, prompting...
Iran evaluates US peace proposal but stops short of talks, signals conditions
TEHRAN: Iran is reviewing a U.S. plan aimed at ending the ongoing Gulf conflict, yet has made clear it does not intend to directly enter...
PM Shehbaz reiterates CPEC 2.0 vision as China backs Pakistan’s stability, reform agenda
ISLAMABAD: Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to advancing the next phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, while China expressed strong support for Islamabad’s economic...
Trump seeks quick end to Iran conflict within weeks: US Media
WEB DESK: Donald Trump is aiming to bring the ongoing conflict with Iran to a close within the next four to six weeks, according to...
Pakistan condemns sentences, calls for release of Kashmiri women leaders
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has strongly urged India to release prominent Kashmiri leader Asiya Andrabi along with her associates Fehmeeda Sofi and Nahida Nasreen, calling their convictions...
Qasim Khan urges EU to revise Pakistan’s GSP+ status, sparks major controversy
ISLAMABAD: Qasim Khan, son of former prime minister Imran Khan, urged the European Union to reconsider Pakistan’s GSP+ trade status. The development has drawn sharp...
Govt eyes tax-free property scheme to lure overseas Pakistanis amid Gulf tensions
ISLAMABAD: The federal government is preparing a tax-free real estate investment package aimed at attracting overseas Pakistanis, sources within the Ministry of Finance revealed. The...
PM Shehbaz meets PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto
iSLAMABAD: In a significant development, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and PPP leader Bilawal Bhutto Zardari held an important meeting to deliberate on the escalating regional...
Iran conducts 81st wave of operation Wadae Sadiq 4, fires missiles at over 70 Israeli targets
TEHRAN: Iran’s Islamic revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has said in the statement, the 81st wave of missile attacks targeted over 70 Israeli sites. According to...
People’s liberation army Navy Vessel DAQING arrives in Pakistan
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Navy warmly welcomed the People’s Liberation Army Navy ship DAQING as it arrived in port for upcoming joint bilateral exercises, according to the...
Saudi Arabia boosts oil supply to Pakistan on deferred payment terms
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has increased its financial backing to Pakistan by expanding its oil supply arrangement on deferred payment terms, according to an official statement....
Alishba Anjum radiates wedding elegance in stunning red pishwas
KARACHI: Pakistani digital influencer and fashion icon Alishba Anjum impressed her followers once again with a gorgeous traditional look that beautifully combines timeless South Asian...
Pakistan releases hajj 2026 flight schedule: over 468 flights to transport pilgrims to Saudi Arabia
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Religious Affairs of Pakistan has announced the official flight schedule for Hajj 2026, with the first departure set for April 18,...
MQM-P urges immediate inclusion of article 140-A in 28th amendment to strengthen local governments
KARACHI: The Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) on Wednesday emphasized the urgent need for the 28th constitutional amendment, specifically including Article 140-A, to empower local governments...
Pakistani Ambassador denies any talks; US, Iran have not communicated, official says
ISLAMABAD: In a statement, the Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan clarified that there have been no direct or indirect negotiations between the United States and Iran. ...
Govt decide to keep petroleum prices unchanged
ISLAMABAD: In a significant move after Eid-ul-Fitr, the federal government has decided to keep petroleum prices unchanged in Pakistan, as global oil prices dropped by...
NASA unveils ambitious plan to establish lunar base in just 7 years
WEB DESK: The American space agency NASA has unveiled its new plans for lunar and Martian exploration. While NASA has long discussed establishing permanent human...