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...
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...
Italy sets aside special quota for 10,500 Pakistani workers
ISLAMABAD: Italy has designated a dedicated quota of 10,500 employment opportunities for Pakistani workers over the next three years. This announcement was made by outgoing...
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...
KSE-100 Index climbs 421 points amid positive trading session at PSX
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) closed on a positive note on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, with the KSE-100 Index rising by 421.57 points, or...
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...
NAB transfers over Rs.600 Million rupees of Assets from Kohistan scandal to KP
PESHAWAR: The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has transferred assets valued at over 6 billion rupees related to the Kohistan financial corruption case to the Khyber...
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. ...
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...
Federal budget 2026-27 targets 2 million new jobs across key sectors
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Budget 2026-27 has set an ambitious target of creating 2 million new jobs in the upcoming fiscal year through increased investment and...
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....
Sindh employees may receive 12% salary hike in upcoming budget
KARACHI: The Sindh government is ramping up its efforts to finalize the provincial budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, with indications that it will be...
Rs1.126 Trillion set aside for development projects in FY2026-27
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal on Monday said the Ministry of Finance has allocated Rs1.126 trillion for the Public...
PM commends health sector reforms, anti-polio, hepatitis efforts
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has lauded the ongoing reforms being undertaken in the health sector and the Ministry of Health’s efforts to eliminate diseases...
Fazila Qazi’s sharp criticism of Iqrar Ul Hassan sparks social media debate
WEB DESK: Veteran Pakistani actress Fazila Qazi has recently taken to social media with a candid and fiery message directed at former TV host and...
Six months post-privatization, PIA management remains untransferred to buyer consortium
ISLAMABAD: Six months have passed since the privatization of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), but the management has yet to be transferred to the buyer. Sources...
LPG price increased by Rs.4.95 per kg
ISLAMABAD: OGRA has officially announced an increase in LPG prices, with the price of an 11.8 kg domestic cylinder rising by Rs. 58.51. According to...
PHC publishes updated Judges’ seniority list
PESHAWAR: The Peshawar High Court has released a new seniority ranking of its judges, officially reflecting their positions within the court’s hierarchy. According to the...
Traffic police ban unregistered Qingqi Rickshaws, loaders from major roads
LAHORE: The Lahore City Traffic Police have launched a crackdown on unregistered Qingqi rickshaws and loaders, enforcing a ban on their entry onto major roads,...
Pakistan’s inflation climbs to 11.7% in May 2026
ISLAMABAD: : The annual inflation rate in Pakistan reached 11.7% in May 2026, as per the latest data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics. This...
EU delegation recognizes Pakistan as a key regional power, valued partner
ISLAMABAD: During the 8th Pakistan-EU Strategic Dialogue held in Islamabad, both parties reaffirmed their commitment to deepen bilateral cooperation into a comprehensive, mutually beneficial relationship....
Iran rejects claims of President Pezeshkian’s resignation
TEHRAN: Iran has rejected reports alleging that President Masoud Pezeshkian has submitted his resignation. The denial followed claims that Pezeshkian had sent an official resignation...
NAB launches inquiry into alleged illegal approval of marriage halls by SBCA
KARACHI: The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has begun an investigation into allegations that the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) unlawfully issued no-objection certificates (NOCs) for...
Power Minister responds to LESCO corruption allegations after Khawaja Asif’s complaint
ISLAMABAD: Federal Power Minister Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari announced that disciplinary measures have been initiated against officials of Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) following allegations...
Blue moon to illuminate Pakistan’s sky tonight
ISLAMABAD: Tonight, Pakistan and the world will witness a rare astronomical event as a “blue moon” lights up the night sky after sunset. This spectacular...