Petrol prices reach Rs. 500 in several districts of Balochistan
QUETTA: The price of petrol has soared to Rs. 500 per liter in multiple districts of Balochistan, leading to widespread disruptions in fuel availability. Many...
Sindh govt ban on bringing mango boxes to Sindh Secretariat
KARACHI: Due to security concerns, the Sindh government has imposed a ban on bringing mango boxes to the Sindh Secretariat. According to an official statement,...
Trump uses backchannel talks with Sara Netanyahu
WEB DESK: Donald Trump reportedly engaged in backchannel diplomacy by meeting with Sara Netanyahu, the wife of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The discussion was...
Third ODI: Australia sets target of 158 runs for Pakistan
WEB DESK: Australia has set a target of 158 runs for Pakistan in the third One Day International (ODI). Australian captain Josh Inglis contributed a...
Major tariff reductions announced for Pharma, Logistics, and Construction sectors
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has unveiled substantial tariff reductions for the pharmaceutical, logistics, and construction industries as part of the new National Tariff Policy (NTP)...
JUI challenges child marriage restraint act of 2025 in federal sharia court
ISLAMABAD: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Pakistan (JUI) has formally contested the Islamabad Capital Territory Child Marriage Restraint Act, 2025, in the Federal Sharia Court, asserting that several...
Gold price surge slightly in Pakistan
KARACHI: The price of gold increased by Rs.1523 per tola to Rs.469,285 According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Associations, the rate of gold...
Raja Zeeshan makes history as Deputy Mayor of Greenwich, London
WEB DESK: Acclaimed Pakistani legal professional, former Deputy Attorney General, and Senior Advocate of the Supreme Court, Raja Abdul Rehman, has proudly witnessed his son,...
Pakistan denounces India’s Chenab water diversion as violation of international laws
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has strongly condemned India’s proposed plans to divert water from the Chenab River, including its diversion toward the Beas River, asserting that such...
SC rejects review petition of Zahir Jaffer in Noor Mukadam murder case, upholds death sentence
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court has dismissed the review petition filed by Zahir Jaffer in the Noor Mukadam murder case, maintaining his death sentence. A bench...
Israel, Lebanon move forward with ceasefire as Iran negotiations gain momentum
WEB DESK: Israel and Lebanon have agreed to take steps toward enforcing a ceasefire, according to a statement released by the U.S. administration on Wednesday....
Australia win toss, opt to bat first against Pakistan in third ODI
LAHORE: Australia won the toss and elected to bat first in the third and final One-Day International of the three-match series against Pakistan at Gaddafi...
Pakistan’s per capita debt surges above Rs333,000
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s rising public debt has pushed the financial burden on each citizen to more than Rs333,000, according to the latest report released by the...
Khamenei accuses US, Israel of fueling discord in Iran after war
TEHRAN: Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has accused the United States and Israel of attempting to create divisions within Iranian society following what he described...
Karachi declares local holiday for Abdullah Shah Ghazi Urs
KARACHI: The Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) has announced a local holiday on June 8 in observance of the annual Urs of Abdullah Shah Ghazi, allowing...
AJK govt moves supreme court over refugee seats
MUZAFFARABAD: The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government has approached the AJK Supreme Court through a constitutional reference, requesting legal guidance on the status of...
Kuwait shoots down 13 missiles, 17 drones amid escalating tensions
KUWAIT CITY: The Kuwaiti Ministry of Defense announced that its military successfully intercepted a total of 13 ballistic missiles and 17 drones that crossed into...
Bilawal, Aseefa to hold rallies in Hunza amid heightened campaign activity in Gilgit-Baltistan
G.BALTISTAN: As the Gilgit-Baltistan elections draw near, political activity in the region has surged, with major parties ramping up their campaign efforts ahead of the...
KP Governor reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to peace, highlights Iran’s role
ISLAMABAD: The Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, has reiterated Pakistan’s strong desire for regional peace, emphasizing the country’s readiness to contribute towards stability. ...
KP CM Sohail Afridi seeks court approval to meet Imran Khan ahead of provincial budget
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has approached the Islamabad High Court (IHC) to request permission to meet with former Prime Minister and PTI...
Govt extended market business hrs in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: Business hours for markets and shops in Islamabad have been extended. According to the new schedule issued by the authorities, shops, markets, shopping malls,...
Govt announces inclusion of unmarried women over 35 in BISP
ISLAMABAD: It has been decided to incorporate unmarried women over the age of 35 into the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP). Details reveal that a...
Karachi policewoman fails to substantiate rape allegations against suspect
KARACHI: Allegations by a female police officer claiming that a suspect was involved in the rape of 22 girls have come under question after she...
Bilawal calls for accelerated completion of Diamer-Bhasha Dam, cites India’s ‘Hydro Terror
DIAMER: PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Wednesday emphasized the urgent need to expedite the construction of the Diamer-Bhasha Dam, framing it as a crucial national...
HEC denies reports of data breach
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Higher Education Commission (HEC) has categorically dismissed the circulating social media claims of a security breach involving its database, describing them as unfounded...
Commemoration of poet Akhtar Hussain Jafri’s death anniversary today
LAHORE: Today marks the 34th anniversary of the passing of renowned Urdu poet Akhtar Hussain Jafri. The occasion is being observed with respect and reverence....
PPP raises allegations of interference in G-Baltistan elections
G.BALTISTAN: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has voiced serious concerns over alleged meddling and irregularities ahead of the upcoming Gilgit-Baltistan elections. The party questioned the...
US moves to impose new tariffs on Pakistan, India and other trading partners over forced labour concerns.
WASHINGTON: The United States Trade Representative (USTR) has proposed fresh import duties on 60 economies, including Pakistan and India, citing what it describes as inadequate...
Gold prices drops by Rs8,600 per tola
KARACHI: The price of gold in Pakistan witnessed a sharp decline on Tuesday, falling by Rs8,600 per tola. As per All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers...
LC grants temporary relief to Parvez Elahi in punjab assembly recruitment case
LAHORE: An anti-corruption court in Lahore on Wednesday took up proceedings in the case concerning alleged irregular appointments in the Punjab Assembly, in which former...
Fresh US-Iran clashes erupt as peace efforts remain deadlocked
WEB DESK: Tensions between the United States and Iran escalated again on Wednesday after a US military strike targeted a vessel near Iran’s Qeshm Island,...
Anmol Pinky case: investigators present banking details to court
KARACHI: Police have submitted banking records of individuals alleged to have facilitated Anmol alias Pinky in a narcotics-related case, according to documents presented before the...
Kuwait suspends airport operations after alleged Iranian drone attack
KUWAIT CITY: Kuwaiti authorities said on Wednesday that an Iranian drone strike targeted a passenger terminal at Kuwait International Airport, injuring several people and prompting...
Four Pakistani farm workers killed in fire in Italy
Rome: Italian authorities have apprehended two Pakistani nationals in connection with the death of four Pakistani farm workers whose charred bodies were discovered inside a...
Second ODI: Australia sets Pakistan a target of 232 runs
LAHORE: In the second match of the three-match One Day International (ODI) series, Australia set Pakistan a target of 232 runs to win. The match,...
Security forces kill 17 terrorists of Tahrik al-Hind in operations across Balochistan
QUETTA: Security forces conducted intelligence-based operations in various regions of Balochistan, resulting in the killing of 17 terrorists affiliated with Tahrik al-Hind. According to the...
Global restrictions tightened by meta to protect young users
WEB DESK: Meta has announced the implementation of strict new restrictions across its platforms Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger to better protect young users globally. In...
Federal budget presentation postponed
ISLAMABAD: According to sources, the government has decided to delay the presentation of the FY2026-27 federal budget, which was initially scheduled for June 5. The...
Gold price hike again by Rs.4600 per tola in Pakistan
KARACHI: The price of gold increased again in Pakistan, the rate of Gold surged by Rs.4600 per tola in Pakistan. According to the All Pakistan...
Rafa Khawar ‘Nanha’ being remembered on his 40th death anniversary
LAHORE: The 40th death anniversary of famous film, TV actor and comedian Rafi Khawar popularly known as `Nanha’ was observed on Tuesday. Rafi Khawar started...
Pakistan, Italy sign visa exemption agreement for diplomatic passport holders
ISLAMABAD: Islamabad and Rome have announced a new agreement that will eliminate visa requirements for individuals holding diplomatic passports signaling a strengthening of bilateral ties. ...
Tragic roof collapse in Shangla claims lives of six children
SHANGLA: In a devastating incident in Shangla district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, six children, including five girls, lost their lives when the roof of their home...
PTI leaders including Salman Akram Raja barred entry into G-Baltistan amid election campaigns
GILGIT: PTI Secretary General Salman Akram Raja, along with other party leaders, reported being prevented from entering Gilgit-Baltistan as they attempted to campaign ahead of...
JI challenge Hill Park construction in SHC
KARACHI: The Jamaat-e-Islami has officially filed a petition in the Sindh High Court (SHC), challenging the recent felling of trees and ongoing construction activities within...
Nawaz Sharif pledges development for Gilgit-Baltistan regardless of election outcome
GILGIT: Addressing a public gathering in Gilgit on Tuesday, former prime minister Nawaz Sharif vowed to continue working for the progress of Gilgit-Baltistan regardless of...
Trump blasts Netanyahu over Lebanon escalation, warns against beirut strike
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump reportedly delivered a sharp criticism of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a recent phone conversation, urging Israel to halt...
Sharp decline in cotton prices in Punjab, Sindh amid market volatility
KARACHI: Cotton prices have seen a significant drop across key markets in Punjab and Sindh due to ongoing fluctuations in both domestic and international demand...
Microsoft Copilot introduces new AI file renaming for OneDrive
WEB DESK: Renaming files might seem like a simple task, but it can quickly feel overwhelming when looking at a folder filled with vaguely labeled...
Man dies by suicide at Rawalpindi railway station
RAWALPINDI: A man tragically lost his life on Monday after taking his own life by jumping in front of a train at Rawalpindi Railway Station....
Man dies by suicide at Rawalpindi railway station
RAWALPINDI: A man tragically lost his life on Monday after taking his own life by jumping in front of a train at Rawalpindi Railway Station....