Pakistan intensifies Nipah virus screening, reports no case so far
WEB DESK: Amid reports of a Nipah virus outbreak in India, Pakistan has heightened its screening and surveillance operations on a national scale. The Ministry...
Ajay Banga visits ancestral town, Sikh heritage sites in Khushab
LAHORE: World Bank President Ajay Pal Singh Banga visited Khushab on Tuesday, making a brief, symbolic stop to explore his ancestral roots. He visited his...
FPCCI, in Collaboration with Ipsos, Launches Pakistan’s First Indigenous “Index of Transparency and Accountability (iTAP)”
Islamabad: The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), in collaboration with Ipsos, today officially launched Pakistan’s first homegrown survey, the Index of...
CDF Munir vows to strengthen Pakistan-Libya ties
RAWALPINDI: Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening ties with Libya, as per the military’s media wing. Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR)...
Amid political stalemate, PM Shehbaz engages CM KPK on security, development
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a pivotal meeting on Monday with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, marking a rare high-level interaction between the...
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...
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....
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...
Karachi Police Nab Man Posing as Officer in Azizabad
KARACHI: Authorities in Azizabad have apprehended a man impersonating a police officer, who allegedly used his fake identity to harass and rob local residents. Police...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Karachi traffice police cheif removed amid rising complaints
KARACHI: Peer Muhammad Shah has been relieved of his duties as Karachi’s traffic police chief following mounting traffic issues, administrative shortcomings, and growing public discontent...
Lahore Manhole tragedy: FIR registered, 3 arrested
LAHORE: An FIR has been registered in connection with the tragic incident in Lahore’s Bhati Gate area, where a mother and her daughter fell into...
41 India-backed terrorists killed in two IBO in Balochistan
RAWALPINDI: Security forces killed 41 terrorists affiliated with India-backed groups Fitna al Khwarij and Fitna al Hindustan during two separate intelligence-based operations conducted on January...
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...