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...
Pakistan-Bangladesh defense cooperation strengthened
RAWALPINDI: The Bangladesh Air Force Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan visited Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi,...
Ferry terminal opens at Karachi port; first ferry to Chabahar to launch this month
KARACHI: A new ferry terminal has been officially inaugurated at Karachi Port, marking the beginning of a ferry service to Chabahar, Iran, which is set...
OZ Developers secures 8th PSL franchise for Rs.1.85 billion
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has grown to include two new teams representing Hyderabad and Sialkot, marking a significant expansion of the league. The...
Bangladesh Air Chief meets Pakistan Navy Chief to strengthen regional security ties
ISLAMABAD: In a diplomatic effort to bolster regional cooperation, Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan, the Chief of the Bangladesh Air Force, paid a courtesy...
PSX extends its historic surge as the index reaches a new all-time high
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued its remarkable upward trajectory on Thursday, with the benchmark index reaching an unprecedented all-time high. The trading session...
PSL Auction: FKS Group acquires league’s 7th team for Rs 1.75 billion
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Super League (PSL) marked a significant milestone in its growth on Thursday as FKS Group secured the rights to the league’s seventh...
Balochistan Governor briefs PM on development projects
QUETTA: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif paid a visit to Governor House in Balochistan on Thursday, where he was warmly welcomed by Governor Jaffar Khan...
Trump Withdraws US From 66 International Organizations, Including Pivotal Climate Treaties
WEB DESK: President Donald Trump has signed a presidential memorandum directing withdrawal of the United States from sixty-six international organizations. Trump justified the withdrawals by...
Female student who attempted suicide at University of Lahore regains consciousness
LAHORE: The condition of the university student who reportedly attempted suicide has improved, according to officials and medical experts at Lahore General Hospital. A specialized...
Gold Prices Fall Again in Global & Local Markets
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan extended their decline for a second consecutive day, dropping by Rs600 per tola, offering some relief to buyers. As reported...
PIA to resume Lahore–London flights after six years
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has unveiled its plans to resume direct flights between Lahore and London, a significant development in re-establishing its international flight...
India must focus on resolving its internal issues instead of deflecting blame onto others, says FO.
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has affirmed Pakistan’s commitment to extending unwavering political, moral, and diplomatic support to the people of Kashmir while appreciating...
Armed forces fully prepared to defend borders: Field Marshal
LAHORE: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Defence Forces, affirmed that Pakistan’s armed forces remain vigilant and ready to protect national borders and ensure...
Punjab Chief Minister launches community health inspectors program
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif announced that the provincial government is committed to proactive governance, prioritizing preventive healthcare to safeguard the health of...
Heartbreaking road accident in Dubai kills four young siblings, Housemaid from Indian muslim family
DUBAI: A tragic traffic collision in the UAE has claimed the lives of four young brothers and a domestic worker from an Indian Muslim family....
NADRA extends online birth, death, marriage, and divorce registration to select Sindh cities
KARACHI: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has introduced a digital platform that enables residents to register vital events such as birth, death, marriage,...
Waqaruddin Syed, former NCCIA director general, placed under suspension
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has officially suspended Waqaruddin Syed, the former Director General of the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), effective immediately. This move...
CM Afridi calls for inclusion of KP govt in anti-terrorism policy-making
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi on Wednesday emphasized the importance of involving the provincial government in the development of counter-terrorism strategies. During a...
Pakistan defeats Sri Lanka by 6 wickets in the first T20 match
DAMBULLA: Pakistan took an early lead in the three-match T20 series by comfortably defeating Sri Lanka by 6 wickets in the opening game. Captain Salman...
Shaza highlights digital Pakistan vision’s focus on innovation, growth
ISLAMABAD: Shaza Fatima Khawaja, Pakistan’s Minister for Information Technology, emphasized that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s Digital Pakistan initiative is designed to foster an inclusive, innovation-centered...
PTA introduces MVNO policy, paving the way for advanced mobile services in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has officially rolled out a new policy framework for Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs), a strategic move aimed at...
Sri Lanka posts 129-run target for Pakistan in first T20
DAMBULLA: In the opening match of the three-match T20 series, Sri Lanka set a target of 129 runs for Pakistan to chase. Sri Lanka’s innings...
Azerbaijan’s President rules out sending troops to Gaza
WEB DESK: President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan has explicitly stated that his country will not send military forces to the Gaza Strip under any peacekeeping...
JI declare Karachi Olympics 2026
KARACHI: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) announced to organised the “Karachi Olympics 2026” in the city from january 21 to February 1. According to detail, talking to the...
Naqvi seeks China’s AI technologies to strengthen counterterrorism efforts
ISLAMABAD: On Wednesday, Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi paid a visit to the Chinese Ministry of Public Security’s headquarters, where he was cordially welcomed by...
Pakistan win toss, elect to field first against Sri Lanka in first T20I
WEB DESK: Pakistan decided to field first after winning the toss against Sri Lanka in the opening T20I of the three-match series at Rangiri Dambulla...