CDA: WWI memorial relocated for preservation, not demolition
ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) on Tuesday rejected claims that a World War I memorial had been demolished, stating that the structure is being...
New currency notes design sent to Finance Ministry for Approval: SBP Governor
ISLAMABAD: Jameel Ahmad, Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, announced that the design for the upcoming currency notes has received approval from the State...
Keir Starmer apologises to Epstein’s victims in speech
WEB DESK: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer apologized to victims of Jeffrey Epstein for appointing Peter Mandelson as the UK’s ambassador to Washington despite his...
Pre Basant action, Punjab police arrest 153 in kite-flying crackdown
LAHORE: Punjab police have apprehended 153 individuals and filed 141 cases across the province within the last 24 hours under the Anti-Kite Flying Act, according...
Legendary Cristiano Ronaldo turns 41 today
WEB DESK: The iconic Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo celebrated turning 41 today in grand style, surrounded by his closest friends, family, and teammates. The occasion...
Nigeria deploys troops after 170 killed in deadly Kwara village attack
WEB DESK (Reuters): Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has deployed an army battalion to Kaiama district in the central Kwara state after suspected jihadist fighters killed...
DHA Karachi ad panels turned off after hackers allegedly flashed inappropriate content
KARACHI: Digital advertising boards situated in Karachi’s Defence Housing Authority (DHA) were deactivated after being reportedly hacked and briefly displaying explicit content. As per reports,...
Uzbek president arrives in Pakistan to strengthen trade, energy cooperation
ISLAMABAD: Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on Thursday arrived in Pakistan on a two-day state visit. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed...
India engaging in terrorism via proxies after humiliating defeat in May, says PM Shehbaz
ISLAMABAD: In the wake of recent deadly attacks in Balochistan, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said that India was carrying out terrorism across Pakistan...
Pakistan Military leadership reaffirms unwavering support for IIOJK on Kashmir Solidarity Day
RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Commander of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf and...
Pakistan must create 30m jobs over next decade: World Bank president
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan must create up to 30 million jobs over the next decade to turn its youth bulge into an economic dividend or risk instability...
Salman Agha expresses respect for govt’s stance on India Pakistan WC match
WEB DESK: Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha stated that the team’s potential match against India in the World Cup depends entirely on the government’s decision,...
Israel strikes in Gaza kill at least 23 as death toll under ceasefire rises
WEB DESK: At least 23 Palestinians, including children, were killed on Wednesday in Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip, marking one of the deadliest days...
President, PM reaffirm support for Kashmiris’ right to self-determination
ISLAMABAD: On Kashmir Solidarity Day, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s steadfast support for the Kashmiri people. Both leaders appealed...
Operation Radd-ul-Fitna-1 concludes in Balochistan; 22 soldiers martyred, 216 terrorists killed
RAWALPINDI: Security forces have successfully concluded Operation Radd-ul-Fitna-1 in Balochistan, carrying out a series of swift and intelligence-driven operations targeting terrorist elements reportedly backed by...
Islamabad to receive 10 million gallons of water daily from new Shahdara Dam
ISLAMABAD: The revenue department of the district administration will begin acquiring land necessary for the construction of the Shahdara Dam, as the Capital Development Authority...
UN experts criticize Pakistan’s lawyer convictions
ISLAMABAD: On Wednesday, five UN special rapporteurs publicly condemned the conviction and lengthy imprisonment of a prominent human rights advocate and her lawyer husband in...
Ramazan 2026 likely to commence in Pakistan on Feb 19
ISLAMABAD: According to a forecast from the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the holy month of Ramazan in 2026 is expected to begin on 19 February,...
Occupied Jammu and Kashmir: Indian Forces Kill Two Kashmiri Youths in Adhampur
In the Adhampur district of occupied Jammu and Kashmir, Indian forces carried out a fresh act of state terrorism, resulting in the martyrdom of two...
CDF Munir vows no terrorist or facilitator will be spared
RAWALPINDI: Chief of Defence Staff (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir declared that no terrorist or their accomplices will go unpunished...
Special relief package approved for utility stores employees
ISLAMABAD: A comprehensive relief package has been approved for employees of the Utility Stores Corporation to ensure financial security for affected workers and their families....
Multan Sultans’ franchise auction date set for PSL 11
LAHORE: The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has officially scheduled the auction for the franchise rights of Multan Sultans. As per PSL officials, the bidding event...
Uzbek president to visit Pakistan on Feb 5 for two days
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev will make an official visit to Pakistan on February 5-6 at the invitation...
PM Shehbaz schedules to meet Achakzai: Rana Sanaullah
ISLAMABAD: In a notable development, prospects of renewed communication between the government and opposition have improved, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif anticipated to hold a...
Rain washes out Pakistan’s sole warm-up match ahead of T20 World Cup
COLOMBO: Pakistan’s only preparatory match ahead to ICC T20 World Cup was unfortunately abandoned due to heavy rains. The game, set to take place against...
Punjab CM unveils land distribution plan across Punjab
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Tuesday announced a province-wide initiative to distribute 3 to 5 acres of government-owned agricultural land among underprivileged families,...
Gul Plaza Fire: SHC calls for judicial inquiry
KARACHI: In a move aimed at uncovering the truth behind the devastating Gul Plaza fire, the Sindh High Court (SHC) has ordered a formal judicial...
PIA announces 10% discount on Paris–Pakistan flights
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has introduced a special 10% discount on airfares for passengers traveling from Paris to Pakistan. This initiative aims to make...
Terrorists martyred a police constable in KPK
ISLAMABAD: A police constable was abducted from his home and shot dead by terrorists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Lakki Marwat district, officials reported, as militant violence...
Lahore’s Skies Poised to Burst with Color as Basant Makes a Comeback
LAHORE: After two decades, the vibrant celebration of Basant is set to reclaim Lahore’s skies with a meticulously organized revival, reigniting the thrill and festivity...
Sajal Aly, Hamza Sohail fuel marriage speculations again
LAHORE: Sajal Aly and Hamza Sohail have sparked fresh marriage rumors after attending a celebrity wedding in Lahore together. Their appearance at the wedding of...
PMD predicts first day of Ramadan 2026
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a forecast regarding the sighting of Ramadan moon in 2026. As per their predictions, the moon will...
Gold and silver rates in Pakistan continue to climb
KARACHI: Gold prices continued their upward momentum on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, as the rate of 24-carat gold per tola in Pakistan soared to Rs529,162....
Saim Ayub reclaims No.1 spot in ICC Men’s T20I All-Rounder Rankings
LAHORE: Pakistan’s opener Saim Ayub has regained the top spot in the ICC Men’s T20I All-Rounder Rankings, as revealed on Wednesday. Ayub earned his well-deserved...
Terrorists use US weapons abandoned in Afghanistan for terrorism in Pakistan : CNN Report
ISLAMABAD: Following the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, modern American-made weapons left behind are reportedly being used in terrorist attacks in Pakistan, escalating regional security concerns....
Pakistan, Kazakhstan enter into 37 agreements to strengthen bilateral relations
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Kazakhstan have established a strategic partnership, marking a significant milestone in their bilateral relations. The agreement was signed in Islamabad by Kazakhstan’s...
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of former leader, killed in Libya
WEB DESK: Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the prominent son of Libya’s former leader Muammar Gaddafi, has reportedly been killed in Libya, according to statements from officials...
FCC releases verdict on Arshad Sharif murder investigation
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Constitutional Court has issued its verdict in the suo motu case concerning the murder of senior journalist and former ARY News anchor...
China condemns Balochistan attacks, reaffirms support for Pakistan in fight against terrorism
ISLAMABAD: China has strongly denounced the recent coordinated terrorist attacks in Balochistan, reaffirming its unwavering support for Pakistan’s efforts to combat terrorism. During a regular...
KP Governor appreciates approval for Peshawar, New York as sister cities
PESHAWAR: The Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Khan Kundi, has expressed his appreciation for the decision to declare Peshawar and New York as sister...
Shab-e-Baraat celebrated with devotion, spirit nationwide
WEB DESK: Tonight, Pakistan is observing Shab-e-Baraat with heartfelt religious devotion, enthusiasm, and reverence. Across the country, special prayers, Mahafil, and religious gatherings are being...
Pakistan, Libya pledge to strengthen ties in high-level meeting
ISLAMABAD: A senior Libyan delegation paid a formal visit to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister’s House on Tuesday, signaling a renewed focus...
Punjab CM boosts security for Basant; announces tougher laws on manhole cover theft
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announced on Tuesday that a comprehensive monitoring system has been put in place to guarantee the safety of the...
Govt announces public holiday on Feb 5 kashmir day
ISLAMABAD: The government of Pakistan has declared Thursday, February 5, a nationwide public holiday in observance of Kashmir Solidarity Day. All governmental offices, semi-government agencies,...
Senate approves privatisation amendment bill
ISLAMABAD: In a notable display of consensus, the Senate on Tuesday unanimously approved the Privatization Commission (Amendment) Bill 2025, The legislation was introduced in the...
Chinese humanoid robot ‘Bolt’ achieves speeds of 10 meters P/S, surpassing human sprinting capabilities
HANGZHOU: Researchers from Zhejiang University, in partnership with Hangzhou-based startups Mirror Me and Kaierda, have unveiled a full-scale humanoid robot named ‘Bolt’ that can run...
NA condemns terrorist attacks in Balochistan, calls for unified action
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly unanimously passed a resolution today condemning the recent terrorist attacks in Balochistan. Moved by Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Tariq Fazal Chaudhary,...
Pakistan Invited to Participate in Iran-US Dialogue in Istanbul: FO
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has received an invitation to join the upcoming talks between Iran and the United States aimed at reducing tensions, the Foreign Office announced...
ATC issues contempt notice to Adiala Jail superintendent over PTI founder’s video link, medical access
RAWALPINDI: The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Rawalpindi has issued a contempt of court notice to the superintendent of Adiala Jail concerning the ongoing case of...
Kazakhstan president arrives in Pakistan on two-day official visit
ISLAMABAD: Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has arrived in Pakistan on a two-day official visit. According to details surfaced on Tuesday, a high-level delegation comprising ministers...