Gul Plaza Fire Tragedy: families protest over lack of information on missing loved ones
KARACHI: Several days after the devastating fire at Gul Plaza, families of those missing continue to demand answers and assistance. Today, on MA Jinah Road,...
President Zardari lauds Jordan’s support for Pakistan’s peace initiatives
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has lauded Jordan’s engagement and support for Pakistan in promoting regional peace and stability. As per detail, President Asif Ali...
Saudi Arabia: Pakistan clinches victory over India in exciting double wicket match, Players exchange greetings
RIYADH: During an exhilarating double wicket cricket match at a festival in Saudi Arabia, Pakistan’s team emerged victorious against India. Captain Shoaib Malik and Imran...
Afghanistan Embassy extends heartfelt condolences over tragic Gul Plaza fire in Karachi
ISLAMABAD: The Embassy of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan in Islamabad has issued a heartfelt statement expressing its condolences over the devastating fire at Gul...
Pakistan Army provides critical support to displaced tirah families amid heavy snowfall
PESHAWAR: In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Pakistan Army is actively assisting families displaced from Tirah as heavy snowfall and harsh winter conditions persist. Continuous efforts are...
ECO ministerial meeting ended in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: The two-day Ministerial Conference of the Economic Cooperation Organization on Disaster Risk Reduction has successfully concluded in Islamabad. During the meeting, member states reaffirmed...
Pakistan’s Farrukh Nadeem secures gold at Asian Shotgun Championship
WEB DESK: At the Asian Shotgun Championship in Doha, Qatar, Lieutenant Colonel Farrukh Nadeem of Pakistan Army won the first gold medal by setting a...
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China introduces second phase of 6G trials after securing 300 key technologies
WEB DESK: China has begun the second phase of its 6G development trials following the successful completion of the initial phase, which resulted in a...
Opposition raises concerns over government’s motives in joining Trump’s peace initiative
ISLAMABAD: Maulana Fazlur Rehman, leader of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F), has criticized the government’s decision to join the Trump-led “Board of Peace,” accusing it of merely...
SC issue verdict in Qasur murder case, dismisses appeals
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has uphold the life imprisonment sentenced of six convicts in a case involving the murder of five people in...
Gul plaza disaster: Karachi’s municipal commissioner Afzal Zaidy removed from office
KARACHI: In the aftermath of the Gul Plaza tragedy, the Sindh government has replaced Karachi’s Municipal Commissioner, Afzal Zaidy. The Chief Secretary of Sindh, Aftab...
Pakistan moves to next round of under-19 cricket world cup after victory over Zimbabwe
WEB DESK: Pakistan has secured their place in the upcoming stage of the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup following an 8-wicket win against Zimbabwe. The...
Gul plaza fire: 15 victims identified thus far, reports police surgeon
KARACHI: Following the devastating fire at Gul Plaza, police medical officer Dr. Samia Tariq at Civil Hospital revealed on Thursday that only 15 bodies have...
Gul Plaza fire day 6 : Death toll exceeds 60, Identification of Victims Continues
KARACHI: The catastrophic fire and collapse at Gul Plaza continues to dominate headlines, with rescue authorities reporting dozens of fatalities and cautioning that the death...
Pakistan signed draft of Board of Peace at Davos
WEB DESK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif signed the draft for the US-initiated ‘Board of Peace’ on Thursday during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland....
Trump launches Board of Peace that some fear rivals UN
WEB DESK: US President Donald Trump launched his board of peace on Thursday, initially aimed at ending the Gaza conflict but now envisioned with a...
Babar Azam ends BBL 15 stint with the Sixers to join Pakistan’s team camp
WEB DESK: Pakistan star Babar Azam has concluded his Big Bash League (BBL) stint early to join the national team for the Australia series. The...
Gold prices see slight decline in Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold and silver prices experienced a decline on Thursday, slipping below the peaks reached just a day earlier in both global and local markets....
First snowfall grips Balochistan, temperatures plunge below zero
QUETTA: First winter snowfall has caused a sharp drop in temperatures across Quetta and northern Balochistan, with ongoing snowfall in Chaman and nearby areas. Snow...
CM Sindh invites Beaconhouse to manage government schools
KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah reaffirmed his commitment to improving education by prioritizing accessibility, teacher quality, and integrating out-of-school children. He proposed...
WEF 2026: PM Shehbaz Sharif, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir draw global attention
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir have garnered significant attention from global leaders at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in...
CM Punjab inaugurates first Green Policing Unit
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has inaugurated the first Green Policing Unit in the history of Pakistan, marking the launch of electric vehicle...
President approves confirmation, extension of Additional Judges of High Courts
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari on Thursday approved the confirmation and extension of tenure of additional judges of the high courts of Sindh, Lahore and...
CJP Yahya Afridi highlights the importance of timely Justice at SC meeting
ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi chaired a senior-level meeting at the Supreme Court on Wednesday to assess progress on judicial reform initiatives under...
Bill tabled in NA to eliminate reserved seats for women
ISLAMABAD: A proposal to amend the Constitution has been submitted in the National Assembly, aiming to abolish the 192 reserved seats allocated for women in...
Israeli airlines preparing to move aircraft in response to Iranian missile threats
WEB DESK: Israeli Transport Minister Myri Regev has indicated that Israeli airlines are making arrangements to transfer their aircraft abroad as a precaution against potential...
Saudi, Qatar and six other islamic countries joins Trump’s ‘Board of peace’
ISLAMABAD: Eight Arab and Islamic countries including Pakistan have announced their shared decision to join the Board of Peace. In a joint statement, the Foreign...
Punjab CM launch telemedicine system, cardiac surgery services in Jhang
LAHORE: The Chief Minister of Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif announced the introduction of a province wide telemedicine system and the launch of cardiac surgery services...
Indian forces detain multiple Kashmiri youth in IIOJK
WEB DESK: In Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir, Indian security personnel have apprehended numerous Kashmiri youths across various areas of the region. According to...
Pakistan’s external borrowing reaches 1,254 billion rupees in six months
ISLAMABAD: Over the past six months, Pakistan has amassed external debt amounting to 1,254 billion rupees. Official records indicate this figure is a 29% rise...
Six PTI members scheduled to visit Imran Khan at Adiala Jail tomorrow
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has submitted a list of six individuals to the Adiala Jail administration who are authorized to meet PTI leader and former...
Balochistan to introduce Quetta–Kuchlak people’s train service to enhance affordable transit
QUETTA: Pakistan Railways, in partnership with the Balochistan government, has unveiled plans to inaugurate the Quetta–Kuchlak People’s Train Service, aiming to improve transportation options within...
NA approves elections act amendment bill 2026, Introduces asset declaration, floor crossing reforms
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly (NA) approved the Elections Act Amendment Bill, 2026, on Wednesday, while also forwarding bills related to education and constitutional amendments to...
Pakistan accepts ‘Board of Peace’ invitation to promote lasting stability, humanitarian support in Gaza
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has formally accepted an invitation to become a member of the ‘Board of Peace,’ aimed at fostering lasting stability and humanitarian support in...
PM Shehbaz calls on Palestinian counterpart in Davos
DEVOS: During the World Economic Forum in Davos, Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa had the opportunity to meet with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. In this...
IMF chief acknowledges Pakistan’s efforts toward economic stability
ISLAMABAD: IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva praised Pakistan’s economic reform efforts during a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the World Economic Forum (WEF)....
Sialkot Stallionz officially enters the PSL arena
WEB DESK: Owner Kamil Khan shared the announcement on X, calling it a proud moment and expressing excitement to join Pakistan’s premier cricket league. With...
Pakistan expands its outreach to Chinese investors, heavy agri investments expected across 10 sectors
ISLAMABAD: Federal Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan met Jiang Zaidong to advance government and business-level collaboration aimed at boosting bilateral trade, particularly in agriculture. Discussions...
The Met Office predicts rainfall in Karachi on Thursday
KARACHI: Rainfall is expected in Karachi and parts of Sindh on Thursday, likely intensifying the cold weather from Friday. A westerly wave will impact upper...
Israel’s wanted war criminal Netanyahu joins Gaza ‘board of peace’
WEB DESK: Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, despite facing an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant for alleged war crimes in Gaza, has agreed to...
PM Shehbaz calls for enhanced investment opportunities and bolstered global partnerships
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday participated in the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, where he is set...
Daryl Mitchell surpasses Kohli to claim top spot as the world’s No. 1 ODI batsman
WEB DESK: The ICC’s latest player rankings reveal significant changes in the ODI batting chart. New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell has secured the top spot, dethroning...
Gold prices in Pakistan surpass Rs 500,000 mark for the first time in history
KARACHI: Gold and silver prices in Pakistan and international markets surged to historic levels on Wednesday, marking one of the most significant increases in history....
Gul Plaza Tragedy day 4; Death toll rises to 33
KARACHI: As of Wednesday, the death toll from the tragic fire at Gul Plaza has climbed to at least 33, with rescue teams continuing their...
CM Punjab orders audit of fire safety systems across Punjab after Gul Plaza Tragedy
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced a comprehensive audit of fire safety systems across the province in response to the devastating fire at...
Rana Sanaullah reiterates call for dialogue, appeals to opposition to support political reforms
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Senator Rana Sanaullah has once again urged opposition parties to engage in dialogue, emphasizing that political discussions are crucial for...
Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori to request Mayor for relocation of Gul Plaza shopkeepers to Saddar parking facility
KARACHI: Governor Kamran Tessori of Sindh has announced his intention to formally request the Karachi Mayor to facilitate the immediate transfer of shopkeepers from Gul...
PM Shehbaz Sharif arrives in Davos to represent Pakistan at WEF 2026
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, touched down in Davos, Switzerland, on Tuesday to participate in the annual World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting scheduled from...
Pakistan extends airspace closure for Indian flights until February 2026
ISLAMABAD: Islamabad has announced that it will maintain the ban on Indian-registered aircraft using its airspace for an additional month, now scheduled to remain in...
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SpaceX aims for first uncrewed mars landing by late 2026
WEB DESK: SpaceX is accelerating its plans to send an uncrewed Starship to Mars, targeting a launch as soon as late 2026. If achieved, this...