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...
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...
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...
Petroleum Prices in Pakistan expected to change from Feb 2026
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s petroleum product prices are anticipated to undergo adjustments starting February 2026, based on information from reliable sources. It is predicted that petrol may...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Gul Plaza fire; death toll rises to 74, DNA testing underway to confirm victims’ identities
KARACHI: The tragic fire at Gul Plaza has claimed 74 lives, leaving families in mourning as they gather the remains of their loved ones. With...