Armed forces fully prepared to defend borders: Field Marshal
LAHORE: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Defence Forces, affirmed that Pakistan’s armed forces remain vigilant and ready to protect national borders and ensure...
NADRA extends online birth, death, marriage, and divorce registration to select Sindh cities
KARACHI: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has introduced a digital platform that enables residents to register vital events such as birth, death, marriage,...
Waqaruddin Syed, former NCCIA director general, placed under suspension
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has officially suspended Waqaruddin Syed, the former Director General of the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), effective immediately. This move...
CM Afridi calls for inclusion of KP govt in anti-terrorism policy-making
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi on Wednesday emphasized the importance of involving the provincial government in the development of counter-terrorism strategies. During a...
Murtaza Wahab express serious concern over rising dog bit incidents
KARACHI: Karachi Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab on Wednesday advocated for the culling of stray dogs, criticizing neutering as a gradual approach, amid a significant increase...
Shaza highlights digital Pakistan vision’s focus on innovation, growth
ISLAMABAD: Shaza Fatima Khawaja, Pakistan’s Minister for Information Technology, emphasized that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s Digital Pakistan initiative is designed to foster an inclusive, innovation-centered...
PTA introduces MVNO policy, paving the way for advanced mobile services in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has officially rolled out a new policy framework for Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs), a strategic move aimed at...
JI declare Karachi Olympics 2026
KARACHI: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) announced to organised the “Karachi Olympics 2026” in the city from january 21 to February 1. According to detail, talking to the...
Naqvi seeks China’s AI technologies to strengthen counterterrorism efforts
ISLAMABAD: On Wednesday, Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi paid a visit to the Chinese Ministry of Public Security’s headquarters, where he was cordially welcomed by...
Sindh CM unveils extensive development program for Karachi
KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah announced on Wednesday his plan to initiate a comprehensive development program for Karachi, with a budget of Rs...
NDMA issues alert, Freezing winds are set to grip Karachi
ISLAMABAD: A significant surge in cold weather is forecasted to affect the entire nation in the coming days, as a harsh cold wave is set...
PTI rejects government’s proposal for dialogue among Pakistan’s top five leaders
ISLAMABAD: Senior leader from Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) stated that any political breakthrough hinges on confidence-building measures at the highest level. He emphasized, “If negotiations...
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PTA collected 8.3 billion rupees in taxes from mobile device registration over six years
ISLAMABAD : The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has collected 8.3 billion rupees in taxes from mobile device registration over the past six years. During this...
Pakistan under-19s beat Zimbabwe by 9 wickets in tri-nation series final
HARARE: In the final of the tri-nation series, Pakistan Under-19s defeated Zimbabwe by 9 wickets to claim the trophy. The final match was played in...
Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Yields No Evidence of Alien Signals, Say Scientists
WEB DESK: Researchers from the Breakthrough Listen project have concluded that the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS shows no signs of extraterrestrial technology, despite an extensive search...
Judge Arshad Javed transferred from Lahore to Bahawalnagar
LAHORE: In a recent development, Anti-Terrorism Court Lahore Judge Muhammad Arshad Javed, who presided over cases related to the May 9 incident and sentenced several...
Punjab CM grants establishment of 6 biogas plants to boost clean energy in province
LAHORE: The Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved establishment of six biogas plants to boost clean energy in the province According to detail,...
Historic Pakistani Senate delegation to visit the US in January 2026
ISLAMABAD: A distinguished delegation from Pakistan’s Senate, led by Deputy Chairman Senator Syedal Khan Nasar, is scheduled to visit the United States from January 20...
CM Baluchistan chairs meeting of centre of excellence for anti violence
QUETTA: The Chief Minister of Baluchistan chaired the meeting of the Center for Excellence for anti violence in Quetta. Addressing to the crucial meeting, Chief...
Gold price hikes Rs.3200 per tola
KARACHI: The rate of gold increased by Rs.3200 per tola in Pakistan to Rs.467.962 As per rates shared by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa...
Pak Army will not allow KPK or any province to come under terrorist control; DG ISPR
ISLAMABAD: The Director-General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, asserted on Tuesday that the state would ensure Khyber Pakhtunkhwa does not...
Bangladesh Air Chief calls on PAF chief Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu
ISLAMABAD: Senior leadership from the air forces of Pakistan and Bangladesh engaged in comprehensive discussions in Islamabad, focusing on strengthening bilateral cooperation and exploring avenues...
14-Member Gilgit-Baltistan Caretaker Cabinet Takes Oath
ISLAMABAD: Twelve members of the Gilgit-Baltistan caretaker government officially assumed office on Tuesday during an oath-taking ceremony at the Governor House in Gilgit, marking the...
NDMA issued severe cold wave alert for Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a severe cold wave alert for northern regions and northern Balochistan, warning of intensified cold conditions...
Private schools, colleges in Sindh to observe strike on Jan 9
KARACHI: All private schools and colleges in Sindh will remain closed on January 9 as the Grand Alliance of Private Schools Associations stages a strike...
PM visits Bangladesh high commission to offer condolences over ex-PM Khaleda Zia’s death
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday visited the High Commission of Bangladesh to express his condolence on the passing away of former prime minister...
Punjab remains open for students from across Pakistan, Maryam Nawaz
LAHORE: Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announced that the Punjab government is set to distribute laptops and bicycles to more than 100,000 students, emphasizing the importance...
Jamia Ashrafia head Maulana Ashrafi passes away
LAHORE: Maulana Fazlur Rahim Ashrafi, head of Jamia Ashrafia and a prominent Islamic scholar, passed away after a prolonged illness, drawing condolences from political and...
President pays tribute to Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto on 98th birth anniversary
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has paid homage to Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto on the occasion of his ninety-eighth birth anniversary today. In a message,...
Pakistan, China reaffirm strategic partnership for peace, prosperity
BEIJING: Pakistan and China have reiterated that their long-standing partnership plays a crucial role in ensuring peace, stability, and shared prosperity at both regional and...
Five fall into uncovered drain in Karachi’s korangi area
KARACHI: Five people, including women and children, were injured after falling into an uncovered drain in Karachi’s Korangi district on Saturday, according to rescue officials....
Bangladesh rules out playing T20 world cup matches in India
DHAKA: Bangladesh has decided not to play its T20 World Cup matches in India, following the release of pacer Mustafizur Rahman by his Indian Premier...
Govt pledges protection of rights, dignity of visually impaired: President, PM
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have reaffirmed the government’s resolve to ensure respect, protection, and meaningful inclusion of people...
Tax-Related Cases to Receive Top Priority, Says CJP Afridi
ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi has underscored that cases related to taxation, particularly those with implications for the national economy, will be taken...
KP Govt to provide low-cost electricity to industries: CM Sohail Afridi
PESHAWAR: Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi announced that the provincial government will provide affordable electricity to industrial units through its own power generation projects. ...
Four police officers martyred in separate attacks in Lakki Marwat, Bannu
BANNU: At least four police personnel were martyred in two separate shooting incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Lakki Marwat and Bannu districts, officials confirmed on Sunday. ...
Dar meets Chinese minister, reviews CPEC progress, regional situation
BEIJING: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held talks with Liu Haisheng, Minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of...
Charsadda roof collapse kills six, injures five
CHARSADDA: At least six people lost their lives and five others sustained injuries after the roof of a house caved in late Saturday night in...
Wall Street Journal report on Narendra Modi, India’s Hindutva Identity
WASHINGTON: A detailed report published by The Wall Street Journal has raised serious concerns about the state of democracy, secularism, and minority rights in India...
Punjab CM calls for specialized training of doctors in intravascular procedures
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has instructed the relevant authorities to acquire state-of-the-art equipment required for intravascular surgery and related cardiac procedures. The directive...
Three Pakistan Army Personnel martyred in avalanche at Burzil Pass
RAWALPINDI: Three members of the Pakistan Army, including a young captain, lost their lives after an avalanche hit Burzil Pass, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR)...
Punjab govt abolished free nursing education in public sector
LAHORE: The Punjab government has ended free nursing education in public-sector colleges by introducing a new policy issued by the provincial Health Department. Under the...
KSA to convene talks on Yemen’s southern issue
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has announced plans to host an inclusive conference focused on Yemen’s southern question, responding to an appeal from Dr. Rashad Al-Alimi, President...
Ishaq Dar departs for Beijing for Pak–China Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar has left for Beijing to jointly lead the 7th Pakistan–China Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue,...
PAF successfully tests indigenous taimoor weapon system
RAWALPINDI: The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has carried out a successful flight test of the locally developed Taimoor Weapon System, marking a significant step forward...
Prime Minister of Azad Jammu & Kashmir Faisal Mumtaz Rathore: Press Briefing
MUZAFFARABAD: The Prime Minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Faisal Mumtaz Rathore hold a press talk and apprised overall the situation of the Kashmir....
Sindh implements unified examination framework across all boards
KARACHI: All examination boards in Sindh are set to adopt a single, standardized assessment system, as the Sindh Education Department announced on Friday. This marks...
First supermoon of 2026 to appear tomorrow
ISLAMABAD: The first supermoon of the New Year 2026 will be visible tomorrow (Saturday). According to a spokesperson for SUPARCO, the supermoon is traditionally known...
Starlink to lower satellite orbits in 2026 to Improve space safety
WEB DESK: Starlink plans to adjust the altitude of its satellite fleet in 2026 by moving spacecraft currently operating at about 550 kilometers above Earth...
Karachi: teenage girl fatally wounded during police operation in Landhi
KARACHI: A 17-year-old girl lost her life after being hit by a stray bullet during an alleged police encounter with suspected robbers in Karachi’s Landhi...