Pakistan Women’s Football Team Makes Historic FIFA Series Debut
LAHORE: The Pakistan Women’s Football Team has achieved a historic milestone by securing its place in the FIFA Series for the very first time. FIFA’s...
Court issues arrest warrants for former KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur
ISLAMABAD: A judicial magistrate in Islamabad has issued arrest warrants for former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur due to his repeated failure to...
US allocates $1.25 billion in financial support to bolster Pakistan’s economy
WEB DESK: The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank) has unveiled a $1.25 billion financial package for Pakistan, highlighting a notable advancement in...
President,PM reaffirm their dedication to safeguarding human rights
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have reiterated the government’s unwavering dedication to upholding and advancing human rights while ensuring...
Remembering Soldier Sowar Muhammad Hussain Shaheed the first Nishan-e-Haider recipient
WEB DESK: Pakistan commemorates the 54th martyrdom anniversary of Sowar Muhammad Hussain Shaheed, the first recipient of the esteemed Nishan-e-Haider, honoring his exceptional bravery during...
Enhanced profit margins for oil companies, dealers approved; fuel prices may rise
ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) has sanctioned a 5 to 10 percent boost in profit margins for oil marketing companies (OMCs) and fuel dealers,...
All mosques in the UAE to hold friday prayers at the same time
DUBAI: Starting from January 2, 2026, all mosques across the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will conduct Friday prayers and sermons simultaneously. The UAE General Authority...
PMDC initiates digital inspection system for medical, dental colleges
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has launched a new digital inspection process for medical and dental colleges across the country. The PMDC...
Nepra approves 33 paise increase in electricity rates for upcoming quarter
KARACHI: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has sanctioned an increase of 33 paise per unit in electricity charges as part of the quarterly...
PM Shehbaz Sharif congratulates Qatar on national day, highlights strong bilateral ties
KARACHI: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has extended warm congratulations to the leadership and people of Qatar on their National Day, emphasizing the enduring friendship and...
Eight people walked on burning embers to prove innocence
MUSAKHEL: In a startling development, eight individuals were seen walking barefoot across smoldering coals in MusaKhel, allegedly to clear themselves of theft accusations. The footage,...
IHC accepts plea concerning justice jahangiri’s degree, orders response from all parties
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday ruled that a petition challenging Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri’s academic credentials is admissible and instructed the judge...
KSA bans photography at Masjid al-Haram, Masjid Nabawi
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia has officially announced a complete ban on taking photographs and recording videos within the two...
PM Shehbaz appreciates military’s role in economic reforms as IMF approves $1.2 billion Installment
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday expressed appreciation for his government’s economic team and the Chief of Defence Forces for their significant contributions...
Russian military cargo plane crashes in Ivangovo region
MOSCOW: The Russian Ministry of Defense has confirmed that a military transport aircraft crashed during a routine test flight following maintenance work on Tuesday. According...
Police reveal Dr. Warda was killed just one hour after abduction
ABBOTABAD: New details have surfaced in the case of Dr. Warda, who was kidnapped from the DHQ Hospital and later found murdered. According to detail,...
PSX hits record high as IMF approves tranche, boosting investor confidence
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) reached an all-time peak on Tuesday, driven by optimistic investor sentiment following the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) approval for...
YouTuber Rajab Butt deported from UK
WEB DESK: The United Kingdom has deported Pakistani YouTuber Rajab Butt, who boarded a flight back to Pakistan on Tuesday morning following the cancellation of...
Massive fire erupts in Indonesian office building; at least 22 dead, many trapped
WEB DESK: A fire erupted on Tuesday in a seven-story building in Jakarta, Indonesia’s capital, leaving 22 people dead. Authorities reported that the fire was...
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir calls on President of the Republic of Indonesia
ISLAMABAD: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, met with the President of the Republic...
Pakistan, Indonesia vows to boost ties in education, trade, culture, health
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Indonesia have resolved to strengthen their collaboration across various sectors, including trade, culture, health, education, and vocational training. This understanding was established...
Gold prices drop in international and local markets
KARACHI: Gold prices experienced a significant decline on Tuesday in both international and domestic markets. In the local market, the rate of 24-karat gold per...
NCPS 2025 Survey Report highlights postive shift in economic condition, decline in corruption levels
ISLAMABAD : A recent survey conducted by Transparency International Pakistan highlights a positive shift in the country’s economy alongside a notable decline in corruption levels....
Donald Trump’s pivot to Pakistan stands out
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has positioned itself as one of the more effective nations in managing diplomatic relations with President Trump during his second term. Trump has...
Japan warns of 3-metre high tsunami after magnitude 7.6 earthquake
WEB DESK: A tsunami up to three meters (10 feet) in height could impact Japan’s northeastern coastline following a 7.6 magnitude earthquake that struck offshore...
PCB Chairman expresses confidence in the PSL’s potential to emerge as the world’s leading T20 cricket league.
ISLAMABAD: PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi outlined the mission to position the Pakistan Super League (PSL) as the world’s premier T20 cricket league. He revealed plans...
Around 400 people charged for ‘violent rally’ on Sindhi Culture Day
KARACHI: Karachi police have filed a case involving terrorism charges against 400 individuals following a “violent rally” on Sindhi Culture Day, observed Sunday. The case...
Ed Sheeran addresses concerns about his marriage
WEB DESK: Ed Sheeran has assured fans that his newest album is not an indication of marital issues but rather a testament to his dedication...
Gold prices witness unexpected surge in Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan experienced a significant increase on Monday, aligning with upward trends observed in the international market. The rate of gold per...
Pakistan’s future response will be more swift, decisive, CDF Munir warns India
RAWALPINDI: The Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, stated that the establishment of the newly formed Defence...
PML-N leader Abid Sher Ali elected senator unopposed
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Abid Sher Ali has been elected as a senator without contest, party sources announced on Monday. Officials revealed that...
Javelin star Arshad Nadeem wins gold at National Games
KARACHI: Arshad Nadeem took center stage on Monday morning, making history as he executed a remarkable javelin throw to secure the gold medal at the...
GHQ hosts a guard of honour ceremony to welcome the inaugural chief of defence forces
Rawalpindi: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (COAS), was honored with a ceremonial guard of honour...
Thailand conducts airstrikes on Cambodia amid escalating border tensions
WEB DESK: Thailand has carried out airstrikes along its contested border with Cambodia, according to the Thai military on Monday. This follows mutual accusations from...
Smriti Mandhana deletes photos with Palash Muchhal; Unfollow each other after wedding called off
WEB DESK: Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana and music composer Palash Muchhal have officially ended their relationship, adding a fresh layer of intrigue to their story....
PM Shehbaz approves electricity projects for Gwadar, GB
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has given the green light to electricity projects aimed at Gwadar and Gilgit-Baltistan, as he chaired a meeting in Islamabad...
The President of Indonesia is in Islamabad for a two-day official visit
ISLAMABAD: President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia arrived on Monday for a two-day official visit to Pakistan at the invitation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, receiving...
Punjab introduces first partridge hunting season, unveils Rs9.4bn wildlife conservation drive
LAHORE: For the first time in its history, Punjab has officially opened a regulated partridge hunting season by designating 80 specific hunting zones across the...
ECP declines to acknowledge barrister gohar as PTI Chief
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has declined to formally recognise Barrister Gohar Khan as the chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). In its written...
Pakistan rejects Indian FM’s ‘baseless’ allegations against state institutions
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has strongly dismissed what it termed as “provocative and unfounded” remarks by Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar regarding the country’s state institutions....
Three women dead, man found unconscious in Karachi’s Gulshan-e-Iqbal
KARACHI: The bodies of three women and an unconscious man were discovered on Sunday evening in Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Block 1, prompting a police investigation: As per...
12 hurt as wedding guests’ bus crashes into truck in Kasur
KASUR: At least twelve people sustained injuries, including two in critical condition, when a wedding guests’ bus collided with a mini-truck near Athilpur on Raiwind...
Sindh culture day celebrated with traditional spirit across the Province
KARACHI: Sindh Culture Day is being enthusiastically observed across the province, including in Jacobabad, where celebrations are underway with traditional passion and cultural pride. Various...
Transporters announce nationwide wheel-Jam strike over FIRs, heavy fines
KARACHI: Transporters across Pakistan have announced a countrywide wheel-jam strike for December 8 in protest against the imposition of heavy traffic fines and the registration...
Deadly blaze at Goa nightclub claims 23 lives
WEB DESK: A devastating fire at a nightclub in India’s coastal state of Goa has claimed the lives of at least 23 people, including club...
Security forces eliminate 12 terrorists in intelligence-led operation in Kalat: ISPR
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s security forces have killed 12 terrorists in a successful intelligence-driven operation carried out in Kalat district of Balochistan, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR)...
IMF board to decide on $1.2 Billion disbursement for Pakistan on December 8
ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund’s Executive Board is set to convene on December 8, 2025, to deliberate on the release of a $1.2 billion tranche...
Omani naval ships arrive in Karachi for joint exercise with Pakistan Navy
KARACHI: Two warships of the Royal Navy of Oman (RNO), AL RASIKH and AL SHINAS, have reached Karachi to participate in the 12th edition of...
Nation observes 54th martyrdom anniversary of Major Shabbir Sharif (Nishan-e-Haider)
WEB DESK: The 54th martyrdom anniversary of Major Shabbir Sharif Shaheed, recipient of the nation’s highest military honour Nishan-e-Haider, is being commemorated across the country...
Two young boys lose lives after falling into open Manholes in Punjab
LODHRAN: Tragedy struck two families in Punjab on Saturday as two seven-year-old boys lost their lives after falling into uncovered manholes in separate incidents in...