Protests in Iran Turn violent, leading to the death of a paramilitary member
TEHRAN: The ongoing protests in Iran have taken a violent turn, resulting in the death of a security personnel. According to official Iranian media reports,...
2025, An year of crises for India; Financial Times
WEB DESK: A report from the Financial Times portrays 2025 as a turbulent year for India, marked by military friction with Pakistan, economic vulnerabilities, currency...
Jackie chan Says Gaza child’s words made him cry ” Children there dont grow up”
WEB DESK: Hollywood icon and martial arts legend Jackie Chan was deeply moved after watching a powerful video that revealed the harsh realities faced by...
Gold prices continue to drop for the third day in a row
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan extended their downward trajectory on Thursday, marking a decline for the third successive day in both international and local markets....
Pakistan urges India to uphold the Indus Waters Treaty
ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi urged India to uphold the Indus Waters Treaty during a weekly media briefing. The Pakistani Indus...
Monkeypox cases on the rise in Lahore, Mayo Hospital reports 21 monkeypox cases in six months
LAHORE: Over the past six months, 21 monkeypox cases have been reported at Mayo Hospital, Lahore. Hospital authorities confirmed none of the patients had recent...
Pakistan, India exchange lists of nuclear facilities, civilian prisoners
ISLAMABAD: On Thursday, Pakistan and India conducted the exchange of prisoner lists and nuclear installations in line with the 2008 Agreement on Consular Access. This...
Punjab slashes public transport fares following a drop in fuel prices
LAHORE: Public transport fares have been reduced across Punjab following a recent decline in petrol and diesel prices, bringing much-needed relief to commuters traveling between...
PM orders all ministries to fast-track investment recommendations
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed all ministries to promptly prepare recommendations for domestic and foreign investment and development projects related to their respective...
Hafiz Tahir Ashrafi appointed as coordinator for Islamic Affairs, Gulf States and Interfaith Harmony
ISLAMABAD: The Chairman of the Pakistan Ulema Council (PUC), Hafiz Tahir Ashrafi, has been designated as the coordinator for Islamic Affairs, Gulf States, and Interfaith...
‘Many dead and injured’ in blast at bar in Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana
WEB DESK: An explosion at a bar in the upscale Alpine ski resort of Crans-Montana has claimed several lives and left many injured, according to...
PSX starts 2026 on a high note as the KSE-100 surpasses the 176,000 mark
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) began the New Year with strong bullish momentum, pushing the KSE-100 index up by 2,036.49 points to 176,090.81, from...
Babar Azam’s spectacular half-century powers Sydney Sixers to triumph over Melbourne Renegades.
WEB DESK: Babar Azam delivered a stunning half-century to lead the Sydney Sixers to a commanding six-wicket triumph over the Melbourne Renegades in Thursday’s Big...
Yasmin Rashid plans to challenge election tribunal’s decision on NA-130 in court
LAHORE: PTI leader Dr. Yasmin Rashid has decided to challenge the election tribunal’s verdict on NA-130 in court. Sources reveal that she consulted extensively with...
PMD forcasts dry weather, cold nights for Karachi
KARACHI: Karachi weather is expected to remain dry over the next 24 hours, with cooler conditions likely during the night, according to the Pakistan Meteorological...
Zohran Mamdani sworn in as mayor of New York, takes his oath on historic Quran
NEW YORK: Zohran Mamdani on Thursday became the first New York City mayor to be sworn in using a Quran. The first Muslim and South...
Tragic crime in AJK: mother, accomplice detained for acid attack on three children
BHIMBER: In a shocking and tragic development, the remains of three children suspected to have been murdered with acid were discovered in the Bhimber district...
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NADRA to launch facial recognition-based verification certificates starting January 20
ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) announced on Wednesday that it will begin issuing biometric verification certificates based on facial recognition at all...
Pakistan welcomes new year with over Rs10 per liter reduction in fuel prices
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has announced a significant decrease in fuel prices across the country, providing relief to consumers as the New Year begins. Effective...
Karachi roads including sea view to stay open on new year’s eve, police assure
KARACHI: Sindh’s Home Minister has instructed authorities to enforce strict action against lawbreakers without bias, emphasizing the importance of maintaining peace during the festivities. Karachi’s...