Punjab CM to embark on official visit to Azerbaijan this sunday
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif is set to travel to Azerbaijan starting this Sunday. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral ties and showcase...
FIA officer suspended following allegations of assault during Karachi raid
KARACHI: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has taken disciplinary action against one of its officers after reports emerged of misconduct and violence against traders during...
Balochistan govt denounces killings of poet, female police officer
QUETTA: The Balochistan government has denounced the killings of Brahvi poet and academic Prof. Ghamkhwar Hayat and Lady Constable Shakeela, describing the attacks as ruthless...
Ruet-e-Hilal committee to meet tomorrow for Eidul Azha moon sighting
KARACHI: The country’s official moon-sighting body is set to meet on Saturday to determine the beginning of Zilhaj, a decision that will also confirm the...
Anmol Pinky accuses police of torture, lies in court
KARACHI: Alleged drug suspect Anmol alias “Pinky” accused police of torture and presenting misleading claims during proceedings before a judicial magistrate. The Baghdadi Police brought...
Govt reduces petrol price by Rs 5
ISLAMABAD: In a move aimed at easing the burden on consumers, the government has reduced petroleum prices by Rs5 per litre under its latest fortnightly...
Virat Kohli says he’ll skip world cup if asked to prove worth
WEB DESK: India batting star Virat Kohli has hinted that he may not feature in the 2027 Cricket World Cup if he feels the need...
Balochistan govt introduces a People’s Air Ambulance service.
QUETTA: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP)-led government in Balochistan has introduced a new People’s Air Ambulance service aimed at providing emergency medical transport across the...
Pakistan, Azerbaijan reaffirm commitment to legal, Judicial cooperation
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Azerbaijan have agreed to deepen cooperation in the legal and judicial sectors, reaffirming their shared commitment to strengthening institutional ties. The understanding...
Gold price decrease in Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold prices have dropped sharply across Pakistan today. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of gold per tola...
Trump says Iran ceasefire backed by US as ‘Favour to Pakistan’
WEB DESK: Donald Trump said the United States agreed to a ceasefire involving Iran partly because of requests from other countries, naming Pakistan as a...
Coding now required in schools under new senate bill
ISLAMABAD: The Senate, the Upper House of Parliament, has approved the Free and Compulsory Education Amendment Bill 2026, introducing significant reforms to the national curriculum,...
President Zardari honours armed forces with military awards
ISLAMABAD: The list of recipients also included Lieutenant Colonel Muhammad Ali Shaukat (Shaheed), Sepoy Soban Majeed Baloch (Shaheed), and Sepoy Israr Muhammad (Shaheed), who were...
Govt moves to restart direct flights between Pakistan, US
ISLAMABAD: Mohsin Naqvi on Friday said that Pakistan is actively pursuing the early resumption of direct air links with the United States, highlighting what he...
Donald Trump leaves Beijing with praise for Xi but few major gains
WEB DESK: US President Donald Trump concluded his high-profile trip to Beijing after days of warm diplomacy with Chinese President Xi Jinping, but the summit...
Suspect arrested for harassing woman in Karachi
KARACHI: Police have taken a man into custody in connection with the harassment of a woman in Karachi’s Korangi neighborhood. Officials said the incident took...
Long-awaited Sukkur-Hyderabad motorway project set to launch this year
HYDERABAD: Pakistan’s Senate was informed on Friday that construction work on the long-awaited Sukkur-Hyderabad Motorway is expected to begin later this year. During the Senate’s...
President, PM appreciated security forces for successful operation in Balochistan
ISLAMABAD: Asif Ali Zardari and Shehbaz Sharif have praised the security forces following a successful counter-terrorism operation in the Nosham area of Barkhan District. In...
Shahid Afridi faces criticism over remarks on parenting, mobile phone use
WEB DESK: Former Pakistan cricket captain Shahid Afridi sparked widespread discussion on social media after sharing his views on parenting, children’s upbringing, and the growing...
Shaza Fatima Khawaja says IT exports expected to surpass $4.5 billion this fiscal year
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly was informed that Pakistan’s information technology exports are projected to exceed $4.5 billion during the current fiscal year, reflecting steady growth...
Qatar reaffirms continued LNG support for Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik and Ali bin Mubarak Al-Khater held talks in Islamabad to review bilateral energy cooperation and discuss measures...
ECP publishes final candidate list for Gilgit-Baltistan assembly elections
GILGIT: The Election Commission of Pakistan has issued the final roster of candidates contesting the 2026 Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly elections, with 403 individuals officially entering the...
Xi Jinping highlights trade progress in talks with Donald Trump, warns over Taiwan Issue
BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping said discussions with US President Donald Trump had produced encouraging developments on trade during the opening of a high-profile two-day...
DG ISPR engages students in discussion on national security at Islamabad University
ISLAMABAD: Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry conducted an interactive session with students and faculty members at Shifa...
KDA reclaims more than 25 acres in anti-encroachment operation
KARACHI: The Karachi Development Authority carried out a major anti-encroachment drive in Surjani Town, recovering over 25 acres of government land after demolishing illegal structures...
Intense heatwave continues across Sindh as temperatures near 45°C
KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department has predicted severe hot weather across several cities of Sindh, with temperatures expected to climb as high as 45°C on...
Anmol “Pinky” allegedly burned hands with acid to erase evidence before arrest
KARACHI: Police investigators have alleged that Anmol “Pinky” intentionally burned her hands with acid shortly before her arrest in an effort to eliminate possible forensic...
IMF-backed plan: Pakistan to scrap Rs140 billion gas subsidy by 2027
ISLAMABAD: The government of Pakistan has informed the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that it plans to phase out the Rs 140 billion gas cross-subsidy by...
President awards Sitara-e-Shuja’at to Liaqat Shaheed for bravery
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has approved the Sitara-e-Shuja’at for Liaqat Shaheed in recognition of his exceptional courage and sacrifice, on the recommendation of Prime...
Noman Ali makes history as oldest cricketer to reach 100 test wickets
MIRPUR: Pakistan left-arm spinner Noman Ali has carved his name into cricket history by becoming the oldest player to reach 100 wickets in Test cricket,...
Khawaja Asif issues stern warning to Kabul over terror attacks on Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has warned Afghanistan that continued cross-border militancy could lead to strong retaliatory action, as tensions between Islamabad and Kabul...
Karachi to experience intense heat over next 3 days
KARACHI: Karachi is expected to experience hot and humid weather over the next three days, according to the Meteorological Department. The weather office said that...
U.S. Lawmaker claims 39 American Aircraft lost in Iran war, citing defence report
WEB DESK: U.S. Democratic Congressman Edward has acknowledged that the United States suffered significant aircraft losses during the Iran war, claiming that 39 American aircraft...
Karachi court grants 3-day physical eemand of alleged drug supplier Pinky
KARACHI: A Karachi court on Wednesday granted police a three-day physical remand of alleged drug supplier Anmol, also known as Pinky, in a narcotics case...
Trump arrives in China for high-stakes summit with Xi
BEIJING: U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in China on Wednesday for a high-profile summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, marking the first visit by an...
Pakistan receives $1.32bn IMF tranche under EFF, RSF programmes
KARACHI: Pakistan has received approximately $1.32 billion from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) following the completion of the third review of the country’s economic reform...
PM Sharif directs advance preparations for monsoon season
ISLAMABAS: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered authorities to begin early preparations for the upcoming monsoon season, stressing the need for stronger monitoring and emergency...
China warns US over Taiwan arms sales ahead of Trump-Xi summit
BEIJING: China renewed its opposition to U.S. weapons sales to Taiwan on Wednesday, urging Washington to uphold longstanding commitments ahead of the upcoming summit between...
Iran will fully halt uranium enrichment: says Trump
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump has said he is confident that Iran will completely stop uranium enrichment. In his latest remarks, President Trump stated that...
SUPARCO says Eidul Azha expected on May 27
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has projected that Eid al-Adha is likely to be observed in Pakistan on May 27. In...
Kuwait plans major energy storage cooperation with Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Kuwait have agreed to explore joint opportunities for establishing strategic petroleum storage facilities in Pakistan while also expanding cooperation in the energy...
Bangladesh seal historic test win over Pakistan in Dhaka
DHAKA: Bangladesh national cricket team secured a convincing 104-run victory over Pakistan national cricket team in the opening Test at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium on...
PM Shehbaz vows terrorists will not undermine Pakistan’s peace
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned the explosion in Sarai Naurang bazaar in Lakki Marwat that claimed the lives of seven people, including...
Pakistan, IMF to hold key budget talks as regional tensions threaten economic stability
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is set to begin critical budget discussions with the International Monetary Fund as an IMF delegation is expected to arrive in the country...
Fire breaks out in green line express power coach near mehrabpur
MEHRABPUR: A fire erupted in the power coach of the Green Line Express near Lakha Road station in the Mehrabpur area on Tuesday, forcing railway...
Pakistan increase Russian oil imports as hormuz tensions disrupt supply chains: Envoy
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is planning to increase its imports of oil from Russia in response to disruptions caused by the ongoing crisis in the Strait of...
HEC introduces fully digital degree attestation system
ISLAMABAD: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan has rolled out a fully online, paperless Degree Attestation System (DAS), marking a significant step toward digital...
Saudi Arabia, Russia activate visa-free entry agreement for citizens
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia and Russia have begun enforcing a mutual visa-free travel arrangement, officially taking effect on May 11, allowing their citizens to enter each...
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Karachi cocaine suspect Pinky brought to court without restraints
KARACHI: Alleged cocaine trafficker Anmol alias Pinky was presented before a court in Karachi without handcuffs, drawing attention over what appeared to be special treatment...
Investor confidence lifts Pakistan stock exchange in early session
KARACHI: A bullish momentum was seen at the start of trading at the Pakistan Stock Exchange on Tuesday, with investors showing renewed confidence in the...