Nationwide holiday announced on Kashmir Solidarity Day
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has announced a nationwide public holiday on February 5 to mark Kashmir Solidarity Day, reaffirming its support for the people of...
Entire leadership of terrorists hides in Afghanistan; Khawaja Asif
ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has said that a criminal-terror nexus, supported from within Afghanistan, is behind the recent attacks in Balochistan. Speaking on...
Kite flying banned near Lahore airport, security beefed up
LAHORE: Kite flying has been prohibited in the vicinity of Lahore airport to safeguard flight operations. The restriction is in effect across at least fifteen...
Former Karachi traffic chief confronts kidnapping charges
KARACHI: Karachi’s former traffic chief, Pir Muhammad Shah, is currently under investigation over allegations of leveraging his influence in the kidnapping of a businessman, according...
China hands life sentence to former justice minister over bribery
WEB DESK: China’s former justice minister, Tang Yijun, was sentenced to life in prison for accepting bribes, as reported by state broadcaster CCTV. The Xiamen...
Trump ‘hopeful’ of Iran deal after Khamenei warns of ‘regional conflict’ if US attacks
WEB DESK: US President Donald Trump has expressed optimism about the possibility of reaching a deal with Iran, despite a stark warning from Supreme Leader...
PM Shehbaz calls on (WBG) President Ajay Banga in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif underscored that the Pakistani government is actively implementing a comprehensive, locally-driven economic reform agenda aimed at achieving enduring economic stability....
Pakistan cricket team heads to Sri Lanka for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup
LAHORE: Pakistan’s national squad has departed for Sri Lanka to participate in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The 15-member squad led by captain Salman...
Yellow metal drop by Rs21,500 per tola in Pakistan
KARACHI: The price of gold significant decline by Rs.21,500 per tola in Pakistan. Gold became cheaper by Rs21,500, bringing the new price per tola to...
World Bank Chief pays visit to Gurdwara Panja Sahib in Hasan Abdal
LAHORE: World Bank President Ajay Pal Singh Banga visited the historic Gurdwara Sri Panja Sahib in Hasan Abdal, where he was accompanied by Federal Minister...
DG ISPR engages students, faculty in interactive session at Turbat University
TURBAT: Director General Inter-Services Public Relations, Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, held an interactive dialogue with students and faculty members at Turbat University, focusing on...
Balochistan operation continues as 22 more terrorists killed
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s security forces have killed an additional 22 militants during ongoing counterterrorism operations in Balochistan. Officials said the militants were neutralised in a late-night...
Pakistan to skip T20 world cup clash against India, confirms participation in tournament
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has decided to boycott its highly anticipated T20 World Cup match against India, scheduled for February 15, while still remaining part of the...
Punjab Police to enforce strict safety measures for basant 2026
LAHORE: The Punjab Inspector General of Police has directed law enforcement agencies to strictly implement the official code of conduct for Basant 2026 celebrations throughout...
US denounced recent terrorist incident in Balochistan, voicing strong support for Pakistan
WASHINGTON: US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker said Washington condemns the attack in the strongest possible terms, noting that both security forces and civilians were deliberately...
World Bank group chief Ajay Banga pays visit to Gurdwara Panja Sahib
HASAN ABDAL: World Bank Group President Ajay Banga on Sunday visited the revered Sikh religious site, Gurdwara Panja Sahib, in Hasan Abdal, accompanied by a...
CM Bugti rules out dialogue with militants, alleges Indian support for insurgency
QUETTA: Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti on Sunday rejected any possibility of negotiations with militant groups, accusing India of backing efforts to destabilize Pakistan following...
Pakistan convenes UN arria-formula session on India’s actions concerning Indus waters treaty
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan convened an Arria-Formula meeting of the United Nations Security Council on January 30 to raise concerns over India’s unilateral measures related to the...
Saudi Arabia, Qatar denounce terror attacks in Balochistan
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia and Qatar have strongly criticized the recent terrorist attacks in Pakistan’s Balochistan province, reaffirming their support for Pakistan and expressing solidarity with...
Iran issues warning to US, Israel, says military on high alert
TEHRAN: Iran’s army chief, Amir Hatami, warned on Saturday that any military action by the United States or Israel would trigger serious consequences, saying Iranian...
Security forces kills 133 terrorists across Balochiatan
QUETTA: Pakistan’s security forces killed 133 terrorists, including three suicide bombers, during counterterrorism operations across 12 locations in Balochistan over the past two days, the...
Five dead, several injured in separate blasts across Iran
TEHRAN: At least five people lost their lives and more than 10 others were wounded following two separate explosions in different Iranian cities, media reports...
OGRA increases LPG rates by Rs6.37 per Kg
ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) has announced an increase in the price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), further impacting household expenses. As...
Lahore manhole incident: Court grants physical remand of five accused
LAHORE: Lahore court on Saturday approved a four-day physical remand of five individuals, including a project manager linked to the Data Darbar extension project, in...
AJK president barrister Sultan Mehmood Chaudhry dies
MIRPUR: President of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Barrister Sultan Mehmood Chaudhry, passed away on Saturday after suffering from a short illness, bringing an end to...
Balochistan attacks thwarted: 10 security personnel martyred, 67 terrorists killed
RAWALPINDI: Security forces successfully repelled a series of coordinated attacks across Balochistan, resulting in the martyrdom of 10 police and security personnel, while 67 India-backed...
Rail service halted across Balochistan over security situation
QUETTA: Train services throughout Balochistan have been temporarily suspended amid escalating security concerns, railway officials confirmed on Saturday. Authorities cited the worsening law and order...
Gold Prices slide sharply, down Rs61,000 in two days
KARACHI: Gold continued its downward spiral on Saturday, shedding Rs25,500 per tola to settle at Rs511,862, according to data released by the Sarafa Association. The...
Quetta Attack: CM Balochistan reviews blast site, reaffirms zero tolerance for terrorism
QUETTA: Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti visited the site of the recent blast in Quetta on Saturday to assess the security situation and review...
Indus Waters Treaty Case: Pakistan gains ground as court orders India to share dam records
THE HAGUE: Pakistan has secured an important procedural advantage in its legal battle with India over the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), as the Permanent Court...
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Tharparkar: child deaths rise to 50 as malnutrition crisis deepens
MITHI: Six additional children receiving treatment at Civil Hospital Mithi have died over the last five days, pushing the number of child fatalities in Tharparkar...
Security forces foil coordinated BLA attacks across Balochistan
LAHORE: Pakistani security forces successfully repelled a wave of coordinated terrorist attacks across several districts of Balochistan, maintaining control after swift and effective countermeasures. The...
FPSC releases new guidelines for CSS 2026 exam candidates
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has issued a set of updated instructions for candidates appearing in the upcoming CSS 2026 written examinations, scheduled...
Bhati gate incident: Inquiry finds custodial torture claims against victim’s husband
LAHORE: An investigation conducted by a committee appointed by the Punjab Inspector General of Police (IGP) has concluded its probe into allegations of torture faced...
PIMS chief provides update on Imran Khan’s eye treatment
ISLAMABAD: In a statement on Friday, Dr. Rana Imran, Executive Director of Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), revealed that former Prime Minister Imran Khan,...
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Khaqan Shahnawaz, Sabeena Syed wed in intimate ceremony
WEB DESK: The couple took to Instagram on January 30 to share their first photos as newlyweds, revealing moments from their private nikkah ceremony attended...
SC outlaws honorific ‘Bakhidmat Janab SHO’ in Police complaints for respectful, professional conduct
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has issued a landmark ruling banning the use of the phrase “Bakhidmat Janab SHO” (Respected Sir) in police complaints...
President and PM felicitate cricket team for victory against Australia in first T20
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended their congratulations to the Pakistan Cricket Team for their spectacular victory against Australia in...
Opposition leader in KMC calls for No-Confidence motion against Karachi Mayor
KARACHI: The opposition leader of the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) announced on Friday that he will be moving a no-confidence motion against Karachi’s Mayor, Murtaza...
School holidays declared for Shab-e-Baraat
KARACHI: Good news for students as the Sindh Education Department has announced a holiday on February 4th in observance of Shab-e-Baraat, a sacred night for...
ICC unveils official track for T20 world cup 2026
DUBAI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially released the anthem for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The song, titled “Feel the...
Chief of Turkish General Staff meets with field marshal Syed Asim Munir to discuss defence collaboration
RAWALPINDI: General Selcuk Bayraktaroglu, the Chief of the Turkish General Staff, paid a visit to Pakistan and called on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, COAS...
Azerbaijan visit visa fees and services charges in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Azerbaijan has introduced an e-visa system designed to streamline the visa application process for Pakistani travelers, making it more accessible and efficient. Azerbaijan E-Visa...
Salman Akram Raja discusses PTI concerns with Chief Justice
ISLAMABAD: PTI leader Salman Akram Raja met with Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Yahyah Afridi, in a session lasting over half an hour. Sources reveal...
Air pollution in India reaches alarming levels, players are forced to wear masks
WEB DESK: Rising air pollution in India is impacting sports, with players resorting to masks during a Ranji Trophy match in Mumbai. High pollution levels,...
Singer Alamgir expresses happiness over the improvement of Pakistan-Bangladesh relations
WEB DESK: Pop singer Alamgir has shared his joy over the revival of ties between Pakistan and Bangladesh, expressing that he had eagerly anticipated this...
Lahore Manhole incident: Victim’s husband accuses Police of Torture and forced Confession
LAHORE: The husband of a woman who, along with her 10-month-old daughter, died after falling into an open manhole near Bhati Gate, Lahore, accused senior...
Inflation surges with a rise in prices of 18 essential items
KARACHI: Over the past week, the cost of 18 essential commodities, such as chicken, pulses, tomatoes, domestic LPG cylinders, and bananas, saw a rise, as...
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia set to strengthen collaboration in minerals sector
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have expressed their mutual commitment to deepening collaboration in the energy and minerals sectors. Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz...
ICC announces match officials for T20 World Cup 2026
WEB DESK: In total, 24 officials will serve as on-field umpires while six officials will serve as the match referees during the group stage of...