Iran defiant as Trump threatens strikes on oil hub, power grid
TEHRAN: Iran launched a fresh wave of missile attacks early Tuesday, signaling defiance after U.S. President Donald Trump warned of devastating strikes on the country’s...
Iran urges Saudi Arabia to expel U.S. forces amid escalating Gulf tensions
TEHRAN: Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has called on Saudi Arabia to remove U.S. military forces from its territory, saying the time has come for...
Nationwide smart lockdown plan rejected as Provinces push back
ISLAMABAD: A proposal to enforce a nationwide smart lockdown has been shelved after strong opposition from provincial governments during a high-level meeting chaired by President...
Businessman Amir Awan shot dead in Islamabad farmhouse robbery
ISLAMABAD: A well-known businessman, Amir Awan, linked with Toyota Motors, was killed in a robbery incident at a farmhouse located in Orchard Scheme, Shahzad Town,...
President, PM review evolving regional situation
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a meeting in Islamabad today and reviewed the evolving regional situation and its...
PCB Slaps Rs20 Million Fine on Naseem Shah Over Social Media Violation
LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board has penalized fast bowler Naseem Shah with a Rs20 million fine for breaching the terms of his central contract following...
Fire continues to rage at clifton superstore in Karachi after 9 hours
KARACHI: A massive fire that broke out at a superstore in the Clifton Karachi area near Zamzama Park remains uncontrolled even after nine hours, authorities...
Global oil market in turmoil as prices may surge to $200 per barrel
LONDON/NEW YORK: The global oil market is facing severe disruption following tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears that crude prices could climb as...
Punjab schools to reopen from April 1 after Three-week closure
LAHORE: The Punjab government has announced that all educational institutions across the province will resume classes from April 1, 2026, after remaining closed for nearly...
Iran confirms navy commander’s death as Trump says deal may be reached ‘soon’
American president says regime change in Iran has been achieved: US-Israel attacks hit Iran energy sites, cutting power to Tehran: UN peacekeeper killed in Lebanon:...
Gold prices surge again, rise by Rs3,900 per tola in Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan continued their upward trend, registering a sharp increase of Rs3,900 per tola on Monday. According to the All Pakistan Gems...
Missile strike hits fuel tanker at Israel’s key oil refinery
HAIFA: An industrial site and a fuel tanker at Oil Refineries Ltd. in northern Israel were struck by falling debris from an intercepted missile, authorities...
Fire at Imtiaz zamzama raises serious questions over safety standards
KARACHI – The recent fire at Imtiaz Super Market in the upscale DHA Karachi area has once again exposed deep concerns about fire safety practices...
France condemns Houthi attacks on Israel, warns against escalation in Middle East
PARIS: France on Sunday condemned missile and drone attacks carried out by Yemen’s Houthi rebels on Israeli targets, warning that their involvement risks further escalating...
Four-nation foreign ministers meet in Islamabad to address Middle East tensions
ISLAMABAD: A high-level meeting of foreign ministers from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt was held in Islamabad to discuss ways to ease the ongoing...
Bushra bibi undergoes eye examination at Adiala Jail after vision complaints
RAWALPINDI: Bushra Bibi, spouse of Imran Khan, received medical attention at Adiala Jail after experiencing vision-related issues in her right eye, according to jail authorities....
PSO vessel ‘MT khairpur’ reaches karachi with major petrol consignment
KARACHI: A fuel-laden cargo vessel operated under Pakistan State Oil has arrived in Karachi, bringing a significant boost to the country’s fuel reserves. The ship,...
Five killed, several injured in roof collapse incident in Lahore, Bannu
LAHORE/BANNU: At least five people, including three children, lost their lives while several others were injured in separate roof collapse incidents reported in Lahore and...
PM Shehbaz assures adequate fuel supply, highlights relief measures
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday reassured that Pakistan has sufficient petroleum reserves to meet national demand, crediting the government’s timely decisions amid the...
Israeli strike in southern Lebanon kills three journalists amid escalating conflict
BEIRUT: An Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon on Saturday killed three journalists who were reporting on the ongoing conflict between Hezbollah and Israel, according to...
Iran allows 20 More Pakistani Ships Through Hormuz Strait
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has announced that Iran will allow 20 additional Pakistan-flagged vessels to pass through the vital Strait...
PPMA Refutes Claims of Medicine Shortage, Assures Steady Supply Nationwide
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association has strongly denied reports suggesting a shortage of medicines in the country, reassuring the public that supplies remain stable...
Islamabad hosts key four-nationtalks to ease Middle East crisis
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has taken centre stage in regional diplomacy as it hosts a crucial four-nation meeting today aimed at reducing tensions in the Middle East,...
KP governor criticizes PTI over anti-state statements, warns of consequences
PESHAWAR: Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi has strongly criticized the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for what he described as anti-state rhetoric, questioning the purpose behind...
KP Sees 65% Drop in Terror Incidents Following Launch of Operation Ghazab lil-Haq
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has witnessed a significant decline in terror-related incidents after the launch of Operation Ghazab lil-Haq, aimed at dismantling terrorist networks and...
IMF reaches deal with Pakistan, paving way for $1.2bn funding boost
ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Pakistan have finalized a staff-level agreement under the country’s ongoing loan programme, bringing Islamabad closer to securing about...
Sharjeel Memon announces major wheat purchase drive to support farmers in Sindh
KARACHI: Senior provincial minister Sharjeel Inam Memon on Saturday unveiled Sindh’s updated wheat procurement strategy, emphasizing its focus on safeguarding farmers’ interests and ensuring fair...
Security guard opens fire at exchange office, young worker killed in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: A tragic shooting incident in the I-8 sector of Islamabad claimed the life of a young office employee after a private security guard allegedly...
War rages, diplomacy rises: Shehbaz leads Pakistan’s Iran outreach
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held an extensive phone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday, sharing details of Pakistan’s ongoing diplomatic push to...
Pakistan convenes high-stakes diplomatic huddle on rising Iran–US tensions
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is set to host a crucial round of diplomacy as top foreign ministers from key regional players gather in the capital on March...
Gold price hike by Rs.4800 per tola
KARACHI: The rate of gold increased by Rs.4800 per tola to Rs. 472, 062 in Pakistan. According to all Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association ,The...
India-Afghanistan disinformation campaign against Pakistan exposed: Analysts
ISLAMABAD: A coordinated disinformation campaign allegedly targeting Pakistan and its regional peace efforts has been uncovered, with analysts claiming the operation involves actors linked to...
‘Don’t drag my name In’: Hamza Ali Abbasi breaks silence on sister’s case
ISLAMABAD: Pakistani actor Hamza Ali Abbasi has publicly distanced himself from the ongoing money laundering investigation involving his sister, Dr Fazeela Abbasi, urging that his...
PCB issue notice to Naseem Shah over controversial PSL post
LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued a show-cause notice to Naseem Shah following a controversial social media post made during the Pakistan Super...
JI Karachi leader calls on Sindh IG; discuss crime control, traffic reforms
KARACHI: Munam Zafar, the chief of Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) in Karachi, held a meeting with Inspector General (IG) Sindh Javed Alam Odho on Friday to review...
Govt launched fuel subsidy initiative for motorcyclists
ISLAMABAD: The government has introduced a new mobile application aimed at providing subsidized petrol to low-income riders, with an initial allocation of 20 liters per...
CM Baluchistan announced new districts to boost development
QUETTA: The Chief Minister of Balochistan, Sarfaraz Bugti has revealed plans to establish new districts across the province to accelerate growth and governance. During a...
Pakistan committed to regional peace: PM Shehbaz Sharif
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif affirmed Pakistan’s commitment to actively contribute to regional peace and stability during a phone call with Kuwait’s Crown Prince, Sheikh...
Pakistani business leaders reject anti-GSP+ campaign, call for immediate govt action
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s business sector has denounced recent negative narratives targeting the country’s GSP Plus status, urging the government to take decisive measures against those attempting...
Rahat, son honored at UK Parliament as cross-border Bangla Duet launches
LONDON: Renowned Pakistani musician Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and his son, Shahzaman Khan, received a formal tribute at the UK Houses of Parliament during...
China denies claims of supplying Iran with chips after report sparks controversy
BEIJING: China has dismissed reports suggesting that its leading semiconductor company has been providing chipmaking equipment to Iran. The Chinese foreign ministry described the allegations...
Ships paying up to $2 million for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz
TEHRAN: Iran is allegedly working on a new mechanism that enables ships to traverse the Strait of Hormuz securely, despite the ongoing tensions with the...
Tensions escalate in Middle East as Iran threatens US hotels, US prepares troop surge
TEHRAN: Iran has issued warnings targeting hotels housing American military personnel across the Middle East amid ongoing hostilities. The Iranian military spokesperson, Abolfazl Shekarchi, stated...
Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi’s fate decided: IHC to hear suspension pleas on March 31
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has scheduled a hearing for March 31 to consider petitions filed by PTI leader Imran Khan and his wife...
High-stakes diplomacy: Pakistan set to host crucial US-Iran talks soon
BERLIN/PARIS: German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has indicated that direct negotiations between the United States and Iran could take place in the near future. Speaking...
40 years of support, no return: Bugti slams lack of Afghan reciprocity
QUETTA: Sarfraz Bugti has said that despite Pakistan’s decades-long support for Afghan nationals, the response has not been in line with expectations. Speaking at a...
Gold rates slip in Pakistan amid global market dip
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan registered a decline on Friday, March 27, 2026, in line with a slight downturn in the international bullion market, according...
Pakistan’s leadership congratulates Nepal’s new PM Balen Shah
ISLAMABAD: Asif Ali Zardari and Shehbaz Sharif have extended their congratulations to Balen Shah on assuming office as Nepal’s prime minister following a decisive electoral...
Middle East conflict boosts Pakistan’s role as emerging global trade hub
ISLAMABAD: Ongoing tensions and conflict in the Middle East have significantly elevated Pakistan’s position as a key global trade and transshipment hub. Amid disruptions in...
US-Israeli strikes reportedly target IRGC Naval Chief in Iran; confirmation awaited
TEHRAN: Fresh airstrikes allegedly carried out by the United States and Israel have targeted Iranian naval installations in the southern port city of Bandar Abbas,...