Heavy rain, flooding likely from today
Karachi: Pakistan’s Meteorological Department issued an alert for heavy rains in the upper and lower parts of the country, including Karachi. The alert said that...
President, PM pay tribute to Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA)
Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have paid rich tribute to the supreme sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his...
Youm-e-Ashur being observed today with due solemnity under tight security
Karachi/Lahore/Islamabad/Peshawar/Quetta:Youm-e-Ashur, the tenth of Muharram-ul-Haram, is being observed on Sunday today, across the country with due solemnity and respect to pay homage to the supreme...
Dar Affirms PPP Will Remain a Key Ally Despite PML-N Securing Simple Majority
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar emphasized on Saturday that the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) will continue to be a vital...
Karachi: Ongoing Removal of Debris from Collapsed Building in Lyari, Death Toll Rises to 21
KARACHI: The debris removal operation continues at the site of the building that collapsed in Lyari yesterday, with rescue teams recovering six more bodies today,...
Bus-Trailer collision in Muzaffargarh claims 6 killed, 18 injured
MUZAFFARGARH: In a tragic road accident in Muzaffargarh, Bus collided to Traller resulting 6 killed and at least 18 injured According to police, the collision...
PSX Gains 7,570 Points in the KSE 100 Index
KARACHI: : The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a remarkable rally in the first week of the current fiscal year, setting new records. The KSE...
Punjab Confiscates 13 Lions in Major Crackdown Following Lion Attack Injuries; Five Arrested
LAHORE: In a vigorous effort to curb illegal wildlife trade, Punjab’s wildlife authorities have seized 13 lions and apprehended five individuals, just a day after...
Mohsin Naqvi says government, establishment being on the same page upsets many
SUKKUR : Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi commended the efforts of law enforcement agencies for ensuring peace and security during Muharram across Pakistan. He praised...
Ishaq Dar denies rumors of Nawaz Sharif’s meeting with Imran Khan in Adiala Jail
LAHORE: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has dismissed reports suggesting that former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif may meet Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder...
Six’Fitna-e-Hindustan’ terrorists eliminated by CTD and Punjab Police
BAHAWALPUR: The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) and Punjab Police on Saturday conducted joint operations in Taunsa and Bahawalpur, killing six Indian-backed terrorists. In Taunsa Sharif,...
Mobile phone services to remain suspended in Peshawar on Ashura
PESHAWAR: Authorities in peshawar have decided to suspend mobile phone services on the 9th and 10th of Muharram, as security step. According to a police...
Sindh Proposes 8.1% Increase in Minimum Wages, Raising It to Rs40,000
KARACHI: The Sindh Minimum Wages Board has recommended an Rs3,000 hike in the minimum monthly wage for workers across various sectors in the province. The...
Pakistan marks 9th muharram with reverence and heightened security
LAHORE: The observance of the 9th Muharram across Pakistan is underway with profound religious significance and solemnity, honoring the martyrs of Karbala. Mourning processions are...
Rescue efforts continue as newlywed couple trapped under debris in Karachi building collapse
KARACHI: A residential building that collapsed in the Baghadadi area of Lyari, Karachi, has resulted in multiple casualties, including a newlywed couple. According to residents,...
Body of Female Mountaineer still missing
WEB DESK: The body of a female mountaineer from the Czech Republic, who tragically fell while attempting to summit Nanga Parbat, has not yet been...
CEO, Medical Superintendent of Pakpattan DHQ Hospital Detained Over Child Deaths
PAKPATTAN: Following the tragic deaths of 20 children, the Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz, ordered the immediate arrest of the Medical Superintendent (MS) and...
PM Urges ECO Nations to Prevent Water as a Weapon, Cites Rising Threat from India
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif issued a stern warning on Friday regarding India’s escalating use of water as a strategic tool, describing it as a...
Gold price down by Rs.1500 per tola
KARACHI: The gold price decreased by Rs.1500 per tola to Rs.355,500 in Pakistan As per All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association, the rate of gold...
Death toll in Lyari building collapse climbs to eight
Karachi: Death toll in the collapse of a five storey building in Baghdadi area of Lyari in Karachi has climbed to eight while all the...
PSX reaches new high of 131,949 points after gaining 1262 points
Karachi: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on last day of business week continued to set a record as the benchmark Karachi 100 Index crossed a new...
Death anniversary of renowned folk singer Allan Faqir observed
Web Desk: The 25th death anniversary of renowned folk singer Allan Faqir was observed on Friday. Allan Fakir was born in 1932 in village of...
Pakistan’s Dr. Rana Javed Conquers killer mountain Nanga Parbat ’The world’s ninth highest peak’
KARACHI: Renowned Pakistani surgeon and mountaineer Dr. Rana Hassan Javed achieved a remarkable feat on Friday by summiting Nanga Parbat, the world’s ninth-highest and one...
ECP issues notification for holding of elections on senate seats from KP
Islamabad: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Friday issued a notification for holding of elections on Senate seats from Khyber Pakhtunkhawa after a hiatus...
PM urges ECO countries deepen colloboration for pressing regional and global challenges
KHANKENDI: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday urged the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) member states to deepen collaboration in response to pressing regional and global...
Six killed as passenger car fell into deep gorge at Neelum Highway in Muzaffarabad
Muzaffarabad: In a tragic incident, a passenger car fell into a deep gorge near Chalhana spot at the Neelum Highway in Muzaffarabad killing six people...
Moonson winds entering Southern part of Sindh to cause rains today
Karachi: The moonson winds are entering the Southern parts of Sindh owing to which rains are likely to lash from tomorrow, Saturday. The meteorological department...
CM Sindh takes notice of building collapse incident in Lyari
Karachi: Chief Minister Sindh Murad Ali Shah has taken notice of the building collapse in Liyari area of Baghdadi. The CM Sindh has called a...
Residential building in Lyari Karachi collapses killing four injuring 6 others
KARACHI: A residential building collapsed in the Baghdadi area of Lyari on Friday, leaving at least four dead and six injured, according to rescue officials....
President, PM commend security forces for eliminating 30 Indian backed terrorists in NW
Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday commended security forces for eliminating thirty Indian-backed terrorists in Hassan Khel area of...
Pakistan, Russia agree on establishing rail, road network, providing CA states direct access to warm waters
Tianjin Pakistan and Russia have agreed to collaborate on establishing a robust rail and road network to link Pakistan with Central Asia and Russia, providing...
Security forces kill 30 fitna al Hindustan Khawarij in North Waziristan: ISPR
Rawalpindi: Security forces killed 30 Indian-sponsored Khawarij while foiling an infiltration attempt in the Hassan Khel area of North Waziristan District. According to the ISPR,...
Gaza death toll reaches 101 in single day as Hamas seeks guarantees for Gaza ceasefire truce
Gaza: The death toll since dawn has risen to 101, Qatar based news channel reported citing the Gaza hospital sources. Of that number, at least 51...
Security measures taken in Karachi for Muharram processions
KARACHI: Authorities in Karachi have barricaded key sections of the city’s main Muharram procession route and tightened security across sensitive areas ahead of mourning processions...
PM to address ECO Summit today being held in Khankendi, Azerbaijan
Baku:Prime Minister Sharif will attend and address the ECO Summit today being held in Khankendi, Azerbaijan. In addition, the Prime Minister will hold bilateral meetings...
Russia Becomes First Country to Recognize the Current Afghan Taliban Government
MOSCOW: Russia has officially recognized the Afghan Taliban government, making it the first country to accept their government after their return to power. According to...
Starlink Registration in Pakistan Lapses, Hindering Satellite Internet Deployment
ISLAMABAD: Starlink’s efforts to establish satellite internet services in Pakistan have hit a new obstacle as its temporary registration with the Pakistan Space Activities Regulatory...
Disqualification References ‘Filed’ Against SIC MPAs in ECP
ISLAMABAD: Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan has submitted disqualification references against 26 members of the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) to the Election Commission...
Written verdict issued declaring all bail requests of Imran Khan in May 9 cases rejected
LAHORE: Lahore High Court has issued a written ruling rejecting the bail of PTI founder Imran Khan in eight cases related to May 9. A...
PM Shehbaz Arrives in Azerbaijan for 17th ECO Summit
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has touched down in Azerbaijan to participate in the 17th Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Summit, taking place in Khankendi, Azerbaijan....
KP Governor Kundi threatens no-confidence motion against CM Gandapur
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi, a senior leader of the PPP, issued a warning on Thursday that a no-confidence motion could be brought...
Gold price upticks by Rs.800 per tola
KARACHI: The price of gold per tola has increased by Rs.800 in the country. According to the All Pakistan Jewellers & Goldsmiths Association, the...
Govt announces two Public Holidays on Ashura
ISLAMABAD: Federal government on Thursday declared 5th and 6th July as public holidays to mark Ashura, notification confirmed. According to an official notification issued, the...
Punjab govt Passes PPRL amendment bill 2025
LAHORE: The Punjab government has passed the “Punjab Public Representatives Laws PPRL (Amendment) Bill 2025,” As per detail, Punjab Assembly passed PPRL amendment bill 2025,...
Legendary Pakistani wrestler, first asian games gold medalist Deen Muhammad dies at 100
LAHORE: Deen Muhammad, a legendary figure in Pakistani sports and the country’s first wrestler to win an Asian Games gold medal, has passed away at...
Salaried class paid double income tax than combined income tax of exporters and retailers in FY2025
ISLAMABAD: It has come to light that the country’s salaried class contributed more than double the tax amount into the national kitty compared to the...
PM played vital role in ceasefire of Iran-Israel war: Mohsin Naqvi
Islamabad: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Thursday said that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had played a key role in Iran-Israel ceasefire after the two countries...
Swat river Family drowning: PHC conducts hearing, seeks report on helicopter availability
Peshawar: Peshawar High Court (PHC) held a hearing on the case of tourists drowning in the Swat River. A two-member bench headed by Chief Justice...
SBP reserves reaches $14.51 billio at end of Fiscal Year FY25
KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) reserves increased by $5.12 billion to $14.51 billion as of June 30 at the end of Fiscal Year...
PSX climbs to historic high of 131,000 points at start of session
Karachi: The bourse continuing its bullish trend on Thursday climbed to a historic high of 131,000 points after gaining more than 800 points at the...