China, Russia and Iran launches week-long joint naval drill off the coast of South Africa
WEB DESK: China, Russia and Iran have launched a week-long joint naval drill off the coast of South Africa, an exercise the host nation says...
Pakistan Navy vessels arrive in Muscat to strengthen Naval ties with Oman
MUSCAT: A Pakistan Navy flotilla, consisting of PNS Rah Naward, PNS Madadgar, and Pakistan Maritime Security Agency vessel PMSS Kashmir, paid a goodwill visit to...
International fuel rates drop sharply, petrol, diesel cheaper
WEB DESK: Global fuel markets witnessed a significant downturn as both petrol and diesel prices declined substantially. The worldwide price of petrol slipped by $2.74...
PTI workers detained following scuffles near Bagh-e-Jinnah ahead of rally
KARACHI: Several activists of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) were detained by police on Sunday after clashes broke out near Numaish Chowrangi, close to Bagh-e-Jinnah, ahead of...
PTI rally: Heavy police deployment in Karachi
KARACHI: A Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) rally is being held in Karachi today, with a heavy police presence deployed around Mazar-e-Quaid. One track of the road...
Eight killed, including newly married couple, in Islamabad gas explosion
ISLAMABAD: A tragic gas cylinder explosion during a wedding gathering in Islamabad’s G-7/2 sector claimed the lives of at least eight people, including a newly...
Peshawar: Forensic Review of May 9 Videos Concluded
PESHAWAR: The Punjab Forensic Science Laboratory (PFSL) has finalized its forensic assessment of video footage linked to the May 9 incidents in Peshawar. The report...
Pakistan reaffirms support for Somalia’s unity and territorial integrity: Ishaq Dar
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has reiterated Pakistan’s firm support for Somalia’s sovereignty, unity and internationally recognised borders, strongly criticising Israel’s...
PTI relocates Karachi rally to Mazar-e-Quaid after delayed permit
KARACHI: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has changed the venue of its Karachi public gathering, deciding not to proceed with its planned rally at Bagh-e-Jinnah despite receiving...
PTI granted conditional approval for Karachi rally
KARACHI: The Sindh government has issued a conditional no-objection certificate (NOC) to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for organizing a public rally in Karachi. According to official...
Iraq eyes JF-17 Thunder, Super Mushshak Aircraft as Air Force ties with Pakistan deepen
ISLAMABAD: Iraq has shown strong interest in acquiring Pakistan-made JF-17 Thunder fighter jets and Super Mushshak trainer aircraft during high-level talks between the air force...
JUI-F leader Maulana Hafiz Sultan martyred in IED blast in Wana
WANA: A senior figure of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (Fazl) and prominent religious scholar, Maulana Hafiz Sultan Muhammad, lost his life in a terrorist attack on Saturday...
Mushtaq Ahmad announces formation of Pakistan Rights Movement in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: Former senator Mushtaq Ahmad has formally launched a new political party named the Pakistan Rights Movement during a ceremony held in the federal capital....
Irfan Hayat Bajwa wins Lahore Bar Association presidency
LAHORE: Irfan Hayat Bajwa, backed by Hamid Khan’s panel, has been elected president of the Lahore Bar Association after securing 3,559 votes in the elections...
Pakistan Navy Successfully Test-Fires LY-80 Surface-to-Air Missile
RAWALPINDI: The Pakistan Navy has reaffirmed its combat readiness and operational strength by conducting a wide-ranging naval exercise in the North Arabian Sea, highlighting its...
Punjab considers one-week extension in winter holidays
LAHORE: The Punjab government is weighing the option of extending winter vacations in schools as cold weather intensifies across the province. Punjab Education Minister Rana...
Pakistan issues travel warning for Iran amid worsening security conditions
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has issued a fresh travel advisory cautioning its citizens against travelling to Iran, urging them to postpone all non-essential visits due to growing...
Pakistan–US Counterterrorism Drill ‘Inspired Gambit 2026’ Kicks Off
RAWALPINDI: The 13th joint counterterrorism exercise between Pakistan and the United States, titled Inspired Gambit 2026, began on Saturday at the National Counter Terrorism Centre...
11 Militants killed in KP Intelligence-Based Operations: ISPR
N.WAZIRISTAN: Pakistan’s security forces have killed 11 militants during separate intelligence-driven operations in the North Waziristan and Kurram districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the military’s media...
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NASA astronauts to return early from ISS due to medical emergency
WEB DESK: Four NASA astronauts will be coming back from the International Space Station (ISS) ahead of schedule following a medical concern involving one of...
Sindh govt grant permission PTI to hold rally in Karachi
KARACHI: The government of Sindh allowed Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf to conduct public rally in Karachi on Sunday. According to detail, Sindh Govt allows PTI to hold...
Karachi: SSGCL announces 24-hour gas suspension for Industries on January 11
KARACHI: Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGCL) has issued a notice for a 24-hour gas shutdown for industrial customers in Karachi, scheduled to begin on...
Mohsin Naqvi affirms unwavering crackdown on illegal immigration networks
ISLAMABAD: A high-level meeting led by Mohsin Naqvi took place, with key officials including the Federal Secretary of Interior, Additional Secretary of Interior, DG FIA,...
Turkey nears agreement to join Pakistan-Saudi Arabia strategic defense partnership
Ankara’s negotiations to become part of the Pakistan-Saudi Arabia Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement (SMDA) are progressing rapidly, with sources telling Bloomberg that a formal deal...
Balochistan cabinet unveils electric Bike scheme with 30% subsidy, flexible payment plans
QUETTA: The Balochistan Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti, convened on Friday to approve several strategic projects aimed at enhancing the province’s economic,...
Police officer kill his wife in Karachi
KARACHI: A police officer allegedly shot his wife dead at home in Shadman Town. The suspect was identified as Tabassum Ahmed, assigned to the Special...
Pakistan-Sri Lanka second T20I cancelled due to rain
DAMBULLA: The second match of the three-game T20 International series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka has been called off because of heavy rainfall at Rangiri...
Russia executes major offensive on Ukraine using Oreshnik Hypersonic Missiles
WEB DESK: Last night, Russia launched a large-scale offensive targeting multiple locations across Ukraine, deploying drones, conventional missiles, and the sophisticated Oreshnik hypersonic ballistic missile....
5.8 magnitude earthquake hits various regions of Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: A significant earthquake was experienced across multiple regions of Pakistan, including Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and neighboring areas. The Pakistan Meteorological Department’s (PMD) National Seismic Monitoring...
Preparation for Military Operation in Tirah Valley, villagers set to relocate starting tomorrow
PESHAWAR: The process of relocating residents from the Tirah Valley in Khyber district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, will begin tomorrow. Over the past three days, authorities have...
FM Ishaq Dar to visit KSA for OIC Foreign Minister’s meeting
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and foreign minister Ishaq Dar will depart for Saudi Arabia tonight to attend an extraordinary meeting of the Council of Foreign...
Pakistan-Sri Lanka second T20I, Rain delays toss
WEB DESK: Rain has delayed the toss for second T20I of the three-match series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on...
Airlines Cancel Dozens of Flights Between Gulf States and Iran Amid Protests
WEB DESK: Flight cancellations surged on Friday between Gulf states and Iran, with at least 42 services grounded amid ongoing unrest in Iran. Flydubai scrapped...
Dr. Yasmin Rashid challenges May 9 sentences in Lahore High Court
LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Dr. Yasmin Rashid submitted appeals to the Lahore High Court on Friday, contesting her convictions in three distinct cases linked...
Large Drug Trafficking Network Uncovered at Karachi Airport
KARACHI: Pakistan Customs has executed a significant operation, dismantling an intricate international narcotics smuggling network that had been operating through Jinnah International Airport. The authorities...
CM KP, Sohail Afridi, arrives in Karachi, receives warm welcome from Sindh minister
KARACHI: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Suhail Afridi reached Karachi on Friday, where he was warmly received by Sindh Provincial Minister Saeed Ghani. A significant crowd...
Gold prices in Pakistan experience a sharp rise, driven by an upswing in global rates
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan and internationally saw a notable surge on Friday following a two-day decline. As reported by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems...
Bangladesh Cricket Board submits security risk evidence to ICC over India fixtures
WEB DESK: The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) formally informed the International Cricket Council (ICC) that India is unsafe for its national team, presenting security threat...
Khamenei comments on Iran’s protests, urging Trump to concentrate on issues within US
WEB DESK: Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has delivered an intense condemnation of U.S. President Donald Trump, accusing him of bearing responsibility for Iranian...
Prime Minister Sharif initiates a clear and effective package for Ramadan
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered institutions to create a transparent and efficient Ramadan relief package to aid the poor. During a meeting, the...
Punjab schools to reopen on Jan 12 , no extension in winter holidays; Punjab education minister
LAHORE: Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat firmly dismissed rumors and false reports on Friday about an extension of winter holidays for schools and colleges...
KP CM announces ” Historic Rally” at Mazar-e-Quaid in Karachi on Sunday
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has unveiled plans for what he aims to make the largest rally in Karachi’s history during his forthcoming...
PM says Pak-UAE relations progressing towards impactful economic cooperation
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday emphasized the growing interest of UAE investors in Pakistan’s digital economy, highlighting the government’s prioritization of business-to-business (B2B)...
PTI granted permission to conduct rally at Bagh-e-Jinnah, Karachi: Nasir Hussain Shah
KARACHI: Sindh’s Local Government Minister, Nasir Hussain Shah, announced that the provincial authorities are prepared to permit Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) to organize a public demonstration...
Retired commodore Jawad Akhtar steps down as technical advisor to maritime ministry
ISLAMABAD: The federal government released official notifications on Thursday concerning a series of resignations, retirements, postings, and transfers affecting civil and police personnel. According to...
CDA moves to formalize illegal housing areas in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has unveiled plans to bring illegal settlements and housing schemes within Islamabad’s official urban framework. This initiative aims to...
Iranian authorities rescue pregnant Pakistani woman from abduction, forced marriage
TEHRAN: Thanks to swift intervention by Iranian police, a young Pakistani woman who was allegedly taken illegally to Iran and coerced into marriage has been...
Punjab CM Launches Honorarium Card Program for Mosque Imams
LAHORE: Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, announced that starting next month, mosque imams across the province will begin receiving their honorarium through a...
Pakistan expresses concern over misuse of U.S. weapons left in Afghanistan
WASHINGTON: Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, raised serious concerns on Wednesday regarding the improper use of U.S. military equipment abandoned in...
Pakistan permits overseas Pakistanis to import used cars up to three years old
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistani federal cabinet has approved a new policy allowing overseas Pakistanis to import used vehicles that are up to three years old. This...