Gold price per tola sheds Rs35,500 in Pakistan
KARACHI: The upward momentum in precious metal prices has abruptly reversed as both gold and silver experienced considerable drops in value across local and international...
PM announces Rs 4.4 cut in electricity tariff for industries
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced a reduction of RS4.4 in electricity tariff for the industries to enhance their competitiveness and bolster exports. At...
Trump Says ‘Hopefully’ Won’t Need Iran Military Action
WEB DESK: US President Donald Trump expressed on Thursday his desire to avoid military conflict with Iran, which has threatened retaliation against American bases and...
CTD operation in Mianwali: 6 terrorists killed, weapons recovered
In a decisive counter-terrorism operation near Chapri Dam, the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) successfully took down six high-profile terrorists, dealing a critical blow to regional...
4.3-magnitude earthquake hits Khuzdar, tremors felt across nearby areas
QUETTA: Earthquake tremors shook Khuzdar in Balochistan on Friday, prompting many residents to hurriedly leave their homes out of concern. The Seismological Center recorded the...
Tim Paine, former Australian captain, named head coach of Sialkot stallions for PSL 11
SIALKOT: In a major update for Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11, former Australian cricket captain Tim Paine has been appointed as the head coach...
Pakistan-Bangladesh direct flights restart after 14 years
KARACHI: After a gap of over a decade and a half, direct air connectivity between Pakistan and Bangladesh has been restored, with Biman Bangladesh Airlines...
Gul Plaza fire victims: 15 additional confirmed through DNA, evidence of presence
KARACHI: Authorities have successfully identified 69 victims of the devastating Gul Plaza fire, utilizing a combination of DNA analysis and “proof of presence” techniques. The...
PTI announces protest outside Adiala Jail amid growing concerns over Imran Khan’s health
RAWALPINDI: Raja says a petition has been submitted to the trial court to gain permission for meeting the party leader in custody Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief...
PM Shehbaz discusses regional issues in Phone Call with Iranian President
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif engaged in a telephonic discussion with Iranian President Masood and focusing on regional developments and the strengthening of bilateral ties....
Federal govt approves standardized azan, prayer timings for Islamabad, Rawalpindi
ISLAMABAD: In a significant move to foster religious harmony, the federal government has sanctioned a uniform system for Azan (call to prayer) and congregational prayer...
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz orders immediate action on heartbreaking Lahore mother, child tragedy
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has taken immediate notice of the tragic incident in Lahore where a mother and her young daughter fell...
Saim Ayub shines as Pakistan edges past Australia in T20I series opener
LAHORE: Chasing a target of 169, Australia’s batting lineup struggled, managing only 146/8 in their 20 overs, as Pakistan secured a 22-run victory in the...
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Astronomers discover earth-sized exoplanet 146 light-years away
WEB DESK: Scientists have identified a potential Earth-like planet located just 146 light-years from Earth, raising hopes for habitable worlds beyond our solar system. The...
Pakistan tightens health checks at all entry points over Nipah Virus threat
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has announced the immediate implementation of strict and enhanced health surveillance at all national entry points to prevent the possible spread of the...
DG ISPR conducts engaging dialogue with Karachi University students
RAWALPINDI: Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, Director-General of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), held a series of special interactive sessions with students and faculty members...
Aus vs Pak T20i; Zampa’s four-fer restricts PAK to 168/8 in 20 overs
WEB DESK: In the first T20 match between Pakistan and Australia, Pakistan opted to bat first but managed to post a modest total of 168/8...
PSB announces $115 daily allowance for Pakistan hockey team
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has announced a daily allowance of $115 for each player of national hockey team participating in the upcoming FIH Pro...
Pakistan-origin newspaper vendor gets top French award
WEB DESK: At a ceremony in the Élysée Palace, French President Emmanuel Macron honored Ali Akbar, a 73-year-old newspaper vendor originally from Pakistan, with France’s...
Faisalabad sees increase in monkeypox cases, two more hospitalised
LAHORE: Monkeypox cases continue to pose a growing threat in Faisalabad as two more individuals suspected of carrying the virus have been moved to the...
India hides Nipah outbreak, jeopardizing players safety, T20 WC should move to Sri Lanka
WEB DESK: India is once again putting international sports and public health at risk by deliberately downplaying the severity of the Nipah virus outbreak. Officially,...
Tarar confirms Imran Khan underwent eye procedure
ISLAMABAD: Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar has assured the public that Imran Khan, founder of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), is in good health after undergoing...
Gold price hits record high, surging by Rs21,200 for the second day straight
KARACHI: Gold and silver prices have extended their steep upward trajectory for the second day in a row across global and local markets, setting unprecedented...
Lahore manhole tragedy; Mother and daughter found dead
LAHORE: The bodies of a woman and her daughter, who fell into an open sewer line near Data Darbar in Lahore, have been recovered, sources...
Pakistan Navy assumes command of CTF-150 for 14th time
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Navy has assumed command of Combined Task Force-150 (CTF-150) for the 14th time. Change of command ceremony was held at the Headquarters of...
Armed forces prepared to defend Pakistan against all threats, asserts Field Marshal Munir
RAWALPINDI: Field Marshal Asim Munir visited Bahawalpur Garrison for a comprehensive briefing on the Corps’ operational, training, and administrative activities. The discussions placed significant emphasis...
PTI political committee: Omar Ayub, Shibli Faraz step down
ISLAMABAD: Omar Ayub, a former opposition leader, along with Shibli Faraz, has resigned from the PTI Political Committee. Omar Ayub explained that his ongoing legal...
Arshad Sharif murder investigation: Widow seeks court-ordered judicial commission
ISLAMABAD: Soumya Arshad, the widow of renowned journalist Arshad Sharif, has filed a petition with the Constitutional Court, urging the formation of a high-level judicial...
Punjab Launches Parwaaz Card: How to Secure an Instant Rs. 3 Lakh Loan
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif officially launched the ‘Parwaaz Card,’ a pioneering initiative aimed at empowering skilled youth and boosting employment opportunities both...
Woman abducted by BLA militants in Kech; search operation underway
KECH: A woman was abducted at gunpoint on Wednesday evening in the Balicha area of District Kech, in yet another incident highlighting the continued threat posed...
No conflicts among Türkiye, Pakistan, and Azerbaijan, affirms Ambassador
WEB DESK: The Türkiye–Azerbaijan Initiative was officially launched under the auspices of the Institute of Regional Studies. During the opening seminar, Turkish Ambassador Dr. İrfan...
British Airways flight lands safely after losing one of Its main landing gear wheels
WEB DESK: A British Airways aircraft safely completed its journey to London on Monday following a near-miss incident shortly after takeoff from Las Vegas, where...
President Zardari holds talks with UAE vice President to strengthen economic ties
DUBAI: President Asif Ali Zardari met with UAE Vice President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to discuss furthering bilateral relations between...
Balochistan CM announces 70% decline in crime in Quetta over two months
QUETTA: Chief Minister of Balochistan, Mir Sarfraz Bugti, announced that significant progress has been made in maintaining peace and security across the province through targeted...
Iran executes man accused of spying for Israel
TEHRAN: Iran has carried out the execution of a man charged with espionage for Israel. According to the Iranian judiciary, Hamid Reza Sabet Esmaeilpour was...
Dubai unveils plan to build the world’s first gold road
DUBAI: Dubai has announced an ambitious project to develop the world’s first Gold Road. The Dubai government has officially opened the new Gold District, where...
IMF calls on Pakistan to bridge revenue gap by fully recovering super tax
ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised the Pakistani government to address its revenue shortfall by ensuring the complete collection of the Super Tax,...
Trump issues stark warning to Iran over nuclear deal: “Next attack will be much worse”
WEB DESK: In recent statements, President Donald Trump emphasized the urgency for Iran to re-engage in nuclear negotiations, warning that failure to do so could...
Islamabad court issues non-bailable arrest warrants for CM KP Sohail Afridi
ISLAMABAD: The District and Sessions Courts in Islamabad have issued non-bailable arrest warrants for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi in connection with a case...
FIA initiates fresh investigation targeting Faiz Hameed’s brother
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has escalated efforts in a high-profile corruption case by initiating an assets beyond means inquiry against Najaf Hameed, brother...
Kenya activist breaks world record by hugging tree for 72 hours
WEB DESK: A Kenyan environmental activist broke a Guinness World Record by keeping her arms wrapped around the trunk of a tree for 72 consecutive...
Talal accuses PTI of playing divisive politics regarding Tirah Valley
ISLAMABAD: Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry on Wednesday criticised the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), saying there is no operation under way in Tirah Valley....
Investigation reveals Karachi’s Gul Plaza fire started by child
KARACHI: Twelve days after the devastating fire at Gul Plaza shopping center in Karachi, authorities reported on Wednesday that the incident was accidentally triggered by...
Flour Prices Surge alarmingly ahead of Ramadan in Karachi
KARACHI : The Sindh government has increased flour prices just before the start of holy month of Ramadan, intensifying the financial burden on citizens already...
PM meets Gates Foundation delegation, reaffirms commitment to end polio
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s determination to completely eradicate polio from Pakistan. Talking to President Global Development Gates Foundation Dr. Chris Elias...
Pakistan, Turkey move to boost rice trade
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Turkey have reached a mutual agreement to substantially enhance bilateral rice trade, emphasizing competitive pricing, increased export volumes, and stronger business relations...
Free local transport announced for Basant
LAHORE: The Punjab government has finalized a free transport plan for Lahore’s Basant festivities, enabling citizens to travel without cost on Metro Buses, Orange Line...
Australian team arrives in Lahore for the three-match T20I series against Pakistan
WEB DESk: A 17-player Australian squad has touched down in Lahore for the T20 series against Pakistan. The first match of this much-anticipated series is...
Saudi Arabia won’t let airspace or land be used for strike on Iran, crown prince says
WEB DESK: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman had a phone call with with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, reported Saudi Press Agency, on Tuesday....
Gold and silver prices reach new peaks in Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold and silver prices skyrocketed to record highs in international and local markets on Wednesday, with gold per tola in Pakistan jumping by Rs21,100...