World Bank backs Pakistan with $700m economic support package
The World Bank has approved $700 million in new financing to help strengthen Pakistan’s macroeconomic stability and improve public service delivery. The funding was cleared...
Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi sentenced to 17 Years in Toshakhana-II Case
RAWALPINDI: special court on Saturday sentenced former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi to 17 years in prison each after finding them...
Pakistani authorities submit strong protest to Afghan Taliban over cross-border terror attacks
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has formally summoned the Afghan Deputy Head of Mission to lodge a stern protest concerning terrorist activities emanating from Afghan territory. Expressing strong...
Punjab announces Large-Scale initiatives for youth, development
LAHORE: In a major announcement, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif revealed plans to distribute 100,000 electric bikes to students throughout the province. Alongside this,...
Four soldiers martyred as security forces repel attack in North Waziristan’s Boya; civilians injured
N.WAZIRISTAN: In a brutal attack on Friday, security forces’ camp in the Boya area of North Waziristan came under assault, resulting in the martyrdom of...
Passing out ceremony at Pakistan Air Force Airmen academy Korangi
KARACHI: The Passing Out Parade for trainees entries No. 2306, 2406, and 2412 took place on Friday at the Pakistan Air Force Airmen Academy in...
Sindh govt issued red notices for foreign extortion gangs
KARACHI: The Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has announced that red notices will be issued to apprehend members of the foreign extortion gangs, following...
Deadline approaching for waiting-list applicants of Punjab green tractor scheme: submit payment by Dec 22
LAHORE: The Punjab Department of Agriculture (DAP) has issued a notice to farmers on the waiting list for the Chief Minister Punjab High Power Green...
ECP denies allegations regarding Haripur by-election results
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Friday dismissed accusations of interference in the Haripur by-election, affirming that attempts to exert pressure on the...
NADRA launches special program for minorities in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: In celebration of World Minorities Day, the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced a dedicated initiative aimed at supporting minority communities across...
First Lady Asifa Bhutto attends 5th passing out ceremony at Bakhtawar cadet college
KARACHI: On Friday, First Lady Bibi Aseefa Bhutto Zardari graced the 5th Passing Out Parade and Annual Parents’ Day at Bakhtawar Cadet College for Girls...
University of Lahore student falls to death from Campus Building
LAHORE: A student of the University of Lahore (UOL) lost his life on Friday after reportedly falling from the fourth floor of a campus building....
Pakistan advances to U19 Asia Cup final against India after defeating Bangladesh
DUBAI: In the semi-final held at Dubai’s The Sevens Stadium on Friday, Pakistan bowled out Bangladesh for 121 in 26.3 overs, with pacer Abdul Subhan...
Taipei Metro Station Incident in Taiwan: nine hurt, four in critical condition
WEB DESK: An incident took place at a Taipei Metro station in Taiwan’s capital city, involving an explosion that emitted smoke and led to an...
ATC hands 10-year imprisonment to key PTI leaders in May 9 case
LAHORE: An anti-terrorism court (ATC) announced on Friday its verdict in another case linked to the May 9, 2023 unrest, sentencing several senior Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf...
India halts the flow of water in Jhelum and Neelum rivers
ISLAMABAD: India has reportedly halted the flow of water in the Jhelum and Neelum rivers after already curbing the Chenab’s supply, significantly reducing the water...
President Asif Zardari Welcomes UN Report On Pakistan-India War
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari welcomed United Nations report highlighting serious concerns over India’s military actions against Pakistan in May and its broader conduct affecting...
UN Experts raise strong objections on India’s unilateral actions of May 7
WEB DESK: A report by UN experts on the India-Pakistan conflict highlighted concerns about civilian harm caused by Indian attacks, which reportedly targeted non-military areas,...
China, GCC commit to strengthening ties across multiple sectors
RIYADH: China and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) have agreed to enhance collaboration across various areas including energy, technological innovation, and cultural exchanges. This consensus...
Rubio announces US sanctions on ICC Judges over Israel-related investigations
WASHINGTON: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on Thursday that the United States has imposed sanctions on two judges of the International Criminal Court...
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Pakistan detains Daesh-K leader Sultan Aziz Azam, says UN report
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has reportedly detained Sultan Aziz Azam, the spokesperson for Daesh-Khorasan and founder of its media division. According to a recent United Nations (UN)...
Bangladesh’s prominent student leader Osman Hadi dies following attack
DHAKA: Osman Hadi, a prominent young political leader in Bangladesh, has died from injuries after a violent assault. He was a leading figure in the...
UN Security Council denounces Taliban’s Assertion That Afghan Land Is not used for terrorism
WEB DESK: The latest report from the United Nations Security Council has rejected the Taliban’s claim that Afghan territory is no longer being exploited for...
Germany to welcome over 500 stranded afghan refugees from Pakistan
WEB DESK: Germany announced on Thursday that it will resettle more than 500 Afghans who were promised asylum but have been stranded in Pakistan. The...
NEOC Issues warning on potential smog conditions across multiple regions
ISLAMABAD: The National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC) of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a precautionary alert warning of likely smog formation in...
Historic achievement for Pakistan: Syedah Amna Batool appointed to FIFA’s Institutional reforms committee
ISLAMABAD: In a groundbreaking development for Pakistani sports, Member of National Assembly Syedah Amna Batool has secured a distinguished position within FIFA, the world’s premier...
CM Punjab distributes laptops among students in Lodhran
LAHORE: The Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz has distributed the laptop among students in Lodhran. According to the detail, the Chief Minister of Punjab Maryam...
JI declare protest sit-ins in Karachi from tomorrow
KARACHI: Ameer Jamaat Islami announced protest sit-ins at 13 points in Karachi to press against dumper incidents, e-challans and other city issues. Secretary JI Taufeequddin...
India labeled as the world’s leading promoter of terrorism: Tarar
ISLAMABAD: Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar remarked on Thursday that India has established itself as the leading global promoter of terrorism. He stated that concrete...
Bihar Hijab Controversy: FIR Filed Against Nitish Kumar
WEB DESK: Two well-known Hyderabad-based activists, Khalida Parveen and Lubna Sarwath, have lodged police complaints against Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar following an incident in...
Islamabad High Court disqualifies Justice Tariq Jahangiri from judge Post
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has ordered the removal of Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri, ruling that his law degree was invalid at the time...
DG ISPR meets COMSATS University faculty and students
Islamabad: The DG ISPR held a session at COMSATS University Islamabad with faculty and students, addressing the country’s internal situation and tackling misinformation. He provided...
Pakistan, Libya agree to strengthen defence cooperation during CDF’s visit
RAWALPINDI: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, the Chief of Defence Forces, embarked on an official visit to Libya, during which both nations agreed to strengthen...
Goods transporters call off strike after successful negotiations with authorities
KARACHI: The nationwide strike by goods transporters has officially been called off following fruitful discussions with the government, Sources indicate that the Transporters Alliance has...
Four Senior NCCIA Officials Resign, Effective from November 20
LAHORE: In the wake of recent allegations involving YouTuber Ducky Bhai, the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has accepted the resignations of four of...
Dar holds talks with Iraqi counterpart Fuad Mohammed Hussein
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, met with Iraq’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Dr. Fuad Mohammed Hussein, on Wednesday. ...
Elderly man drowns after falling into nullah in Karachi’s korangi area
KARACHI: An elderly man tragically lost his life after falling into a drainage nullah in the Zaman Town neighborhood of Korangi, authorities confirmed on Wednesday....
Maryam Nawaz reaffirme to provide affordable bread, flour to masses
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has reaffirmed the government’s resolve to provide affordable bread and flour to the masses of Pakistan specially across...
PM Shehbaz Sharif launches “Laptop Scheme 2025” to empower youth across KP
HARIPUR: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif officially launched the Prime Minister’s Laptop Scheme 2025 during a ceremony at the University of Haripur on Wednesday, emphasizing...
Karachi Police conduct security review for chinese community under DIG south
KARACHI: A top-level security review session was convened on Wednesday to evaluate and reinforce safety measures for Chinese nationals residing in Karachi, chaired by DIG...
Murtaza Wahab highlights the role of modern waste management in urban governance
KARACHI: A major milestone in advancing waste management infrastructure within Karachi’s largest industrial zone has been achieved through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding...
Government-Transporters negotiations conclude successfully, strike expected to end soon
KARACHI: Key negotiations between the government and transportation stakeholders have reached a positive conclusion. According to a transport leader, the government demonstrated flexibility on several...
Pakistan, EU sign declaration to advance Karachi Sewage Project
KARACHI: Pakistan and the European Investment Bank have formalized their partnership to push forward the Karachi sewage water project through a new declaration. The agreement...
Over 50,000 Pakistanis deported for begging this year, NA committee told
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Overseas Pakistanis and Human Rights was briefed on Wednesday that more than 50,000 Pakistanis have been deported for...
UAE minister of tolerance lands in Pakistan
KHAIRPUR: Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, the Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence of the United Arab Emirates, arrived in Qadanwari, District Khairpur, amid warm...
KP govt removes experience requirement for civil judge appointment
PESHAWAR: In a significant development, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced the removal of the mandatory two-year legal experience criterion for the appointment of civil...
Pakistan Navy launches Fourth Hangor-Class Submarine ‘Ghazi’ in China
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Navy has marked a significant achievement with the launch of its fourth Hangor-class submarine, GHAZI, at the Shuangliu Base in Wuhan, China. This...
Transporters’ strike halts Karachi port operations
KARACHI: Operations at Karachi’s ports came to a complete halt on Wednesday due to an ongoing strike by goods transporters, disrupting the handling of import...
US travel ban imposed on Syrians and Palestinians as Trump expands visa restrictions
WEB DESK: President Donald Trump has expanded a US travel ban, barring nationals of five additional countries and people travelling on Palestinian Authority-issued documents from...
Rakhi Sawant Bashes Nitish Kumar Over Hijab Controversy
WEB DESK: Indian actress Rakhi Sawant has openly criticized Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar following an incident where a Muslim woman’s veil was pulled, demanding...