Iran labels ongoing conflict with US as a “Full-Scale War”
TEHRAN: Iran’s President announced on Monday that the country is currently embroiled in a “full-scale war” with the United States, amidst escalating tensions and military...
PM Shehbaz extends congratulations to Andy Burnham on becoming UK Prime Minister
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has congratulated Andy Burnham on officially taking office as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. He also expressed Pakistan’s...
PM Shehbaz Sharif congratulates Spain on winning FIFA World Cup 2026
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has extended his congratulations to Spain on their victory in the FIFA World Cup 2026. In a message posted on...
KP Assembly passes legislation to regulate Kalash marriages
KALASH: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Provincial Assembly has passed the Kalash Marriage Bill, 2026, establishing a formal legal framework for the conduct and registration of marriages...
Flash floods cause devastation in AJK, KP, several areas affected
PESHAWAR: Heavy monsoon rains and cloudbursts have wreaked havoc across various regions of Pakistan, resulting in the destruction of homes, bridges, vehicles, and infrastructure, with...
Punjab plans to develop State-of-the-Art wheat silos with Rs20 billion investment
LAHORE: The Punjab government has introduced a public-private partnership (PPP) project valued at Rs20 billion to set up advanced wheat silos throughout the province. This...
Govt releases OGRA guidelines for daily petroleum price adjustments
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has issued new directives to the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) regarding the daily revision of petroleum prices. According to...
Judicial commission approves six new high court judges, approves transfers
ISLAMABAD, July 20: The Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP), led by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi, has sanctioned the appointment of six additional judges across various...
Hamas names Khalil al-Hayya as its new chief
DOHA: The Palestinian resistance movement Hamas has officially appointed Khalil al-Hayya as its new chief. According to reports from Arab media outlets, Hamas has confirmed...
Suspect in Group Captain Asim Tariq murder case remanded to police custody
ISLAMABAD: An individual linked to the killing of Pakistan Air Force Group Captain Asim Tariq has been transferred to police custody on a seven-day physical...
Sindh CM orders tougher crackdown on terrorists, criminals, extortionists
KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has instructed law enforcement agencies to step up operations against terrorists, criminal networks and extortionists to further...
First phase of AJK elections begins as polling continues peacefully
MUZAFFARABAD: Voting in the first phase of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) elections began on Monday, with polling taking place peacefully across eight districts...
Gold price surge again in Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan increased on Monday, July 20, in line with gains in the international bullion market as investors assessed rising geopolitical tensions...
Freight Train derailment in Matiari disrupts Rail services across Sindh
KARACHI: Rail traffic on the main railway line in Sindh remained suspended after a freight train derailed near Wahab Shah railway station in Matiari district,...
Delay in drug price approvals leaves cancer patients waiting for critical treatments
ISLAMABAD: Thousands of patients across Pakistan, including those battling cancer and other life-threatening illnesses, continue to face difficulties accessing newly registered medicines as the government...
Atiqa Odho criticises Zanjeerain for unrealistic storytelling
KARACHI: Veteran actress Atiqa Odho has expressed disappointment with the screenplay of the popular drama Zanjeerain, arguing that its storyline ignores basic logic and realistic...
Oil climbs to one-month peak as Middle East conflict fuels market anxiety
WEB DESK: Global oil prices rose to their highest level in a month on Monday as renewed military exchanges between the United States and Iran...
UK finance leaders show growing confidence in AI, Deloitte Survey Finds
LONDON: Chief financial officers (CFOs) at many of the UK’s largest companies have become increasingly positive about the potential of artificial intelligence (AI), while concerns...
Spain edge Argentina after extra time to lift second World Cup
WEB DESK: Spain claimed their second FIFA World Cup title with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Argentina after extra time at MetLife Stadium on Sunday....
Goods transporters reject fuel price hike, warn of nationwide wheel-jam strike
KARACHI: The Karachi Goods Carriers Association (KGCA) has strongly opposed the government’s latest increase in petrol and diesel prices, warning that it will call a...
Dar pledges continued support for Balochistan’s progress
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar has reaffirmed the federal government’s resolve to address the issues confronting the people of...
Gold price hikes in Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan registered an increase on Saturday, July 18, following an upward trend in the international bullion market. The rise came as...
Iranian Interior Minister set for Pakistan visit to boost security, trade cooperation
TEHRAN: Iran’s Interior Minister, Dr. Eskandar Momeni, is expected to arrive in Pakistan within the next two days for official talks aimed at strengthening bilateral...
Man held after gunfire reported near Atta Tarar’s vehicle in Lahore
LAHORE: Police have arrested a man accused of opening fire near the vehicle of Federal Information Minister Atta Tarar in Lahore’s Defence A neighbourhood late...
US launches fresh strikes on Iran after American troops killed in Jordan
WASHINGTON: The United States carried out another round of airstrikes on Iran late Saturday, saying the operation was intended to weaken Tehran’s military capabilities and...
Kuwait, Bahrain repel fresh Iranian drone and missile attacks
KUWAIT CITY: Kuwait and Bahrain said on Sunday that their air defence systems successfully intercepted Iranian missiles and drones as Tehran expanded its retaliatory military...
AJK police chief rules out dialogue with violent anti-state groups
MUZAFFARABAD: Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Inspector General of Police Liaqat Ali Malik has dismissed the possibility of holding talks with groups he accused of...
Met office warns of heavy rains, river flooding from July 20
LAHORE: The Flood Forecasting Division (FFD) has warned of possible high flooding in the Chenab and Jhelum rivers as widespread heavy rainfall is expected across...
Operations against Fitna al-Khawarij will be carried out to logical end: President, PM
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have appreciated security forces for their successful operations against Fitna al-Khawarij in Bannu and its...
KP Chief Minister declares tax abolition in merged districts, Malakand
PESHAWAR: In a significant development, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi announced the removal of all provincial taxes levied in the merged districts (formerly...
Punjab govt approves plan for Maryam Nawaz sports city in Lahore
LAHORE: The Punjab provincial government has given the green light for the development of Maryam Nawaz Sports City in Lahore, including approval of its feasibility...
Google to provide 350,000 career certificates to Pakistani students to boost digital skills
WEB DESK: In a significant move to enhance digital literacy, Google has announced the distribution of 350,000 Google Career Certificates to students across Pakistan. This...
Gunfire Attack targets former Azad Kashmir Prime Minister Tanveer Ilyas’ convoy
MUZAFFARABAD: Gunfire was reported targeting the convoy of former Azad Kashmir Prime Minister Sardar Tanveer Ilyas in Tain Dhelkoat. According to the Deputy Inspector General...
Pakistan, China forge $440 million pharmaceutical partnership
ISLAMABAD: In a significant development, Pakistan and China have formalized multiple agreements totaling $440 million in the pharmaceutical sector. The deals were sealed during a...
AJK polling staff to vote early on July 20 ahead of general elections
A.J.KASHMIR: Government employees assigned to election duties for Azad Jammu and Kashmir’s (AJK) upcoming general elections will cast their votes on July 20 through a...
Gold Prices decline sharply in Pakistan as global rates weaken
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan witnessed a significant decline on Friday, reflecting a downward trend in the international bullion market. According to the All Pakistan...
US closes Peshawar Consulate, KP diplomatic affairs shift to Islamabad
PESHAWAR: The U.S. Consulate General in Peshawar has officially ceased operations, with responsibility for diplomatic engagement in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) now transferred to the Khyber...
Malir river bridge to be shut for two days due to construction work
KARACHI: The Karachi Traffic Police has announced a temporary two-day closure of the Malir River Bridge on the National Highway to facilitate ongoing construction linked...
Iran reports 38 dead, over 400 injured as fighting with US escalates
TEHRAN: Iran’s Health Ministry says at least 38 people have been killed and more than 400 injured since hostilities with the United States intensified on...
CPPA seeks Rs1.20 per unit increase in electricity tariff under June fuel cost adjustment
ISLAMABAD: Electricity consumers in Pakistan could see a further rise in power bills after the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) requested the National Electric Power...
Petrol, Diesel prices expected to increase in next fuel price review
ISLAMABAD: Consumers in Pakistan may face another increase in fuel prices as the government is expected to revise petroleum rates upward in the upcoming fortnightly...
Pakistan security forces eliminate 24 militants in Bannu intelligence operations: ISPR
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan’s security forces carried out a series of intelligence-based operations (IBOs) in Bannu and nearby areas over the past 24 hours, killing 24 militants,...
EU GSP: Report highlights Pakistan’s strong progress, trade gains, reform momentum
WEB DESK: The European Union’s latest GSP+ monitoring report presents Pakistan as a key economic partner, acknowledging sustained progress in trade, governance, human rights, labour...
Canada grants residency to Pakistani doctors within two weeks
WEB DESK: In a move to bolster its healthcare workforce and tackle nationwide doctor shortages, Canada has introduced new immigration policies that simplify the process...
UK signals potential visa restrictions as Pakistan denies responsibility for Rochdale Convict
LONDON/ISLAMABAD: The United Kingdom has hinted at the possibility of imposing visa sanctions on Pakistan amid mounting tensions over the deportation of Shabir Ahmed, the...
Vance claims some in Israeli government tried to influence US opinion on Iran deal
WASHINGTON: US Vice President JD Vance has accused elements within the Israeli government of attempting to sway American public opinion against a recent agreement aimed...
FBR introduces simplified tax relief initiative for small shopkeeper
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has rolled out a new tax relief scheme aimed at easing compliance for small retail businesses. The initiative...
Pakistan govt clarifies petrol supply concerns
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistani government has reassured the public that the country’s petrol reserves are sufficient to fulfill current demand, as discussed in the recent National...
Balochistan: 91 militants neutralized in operation Shaban
QUETTA: Security forces in Balochistan have eliminated three additional militants as part of the ongoing Operation Shaban, a joint effort involving the Pakistan Army, FC...