SC grants access to journalists with PID, press club cards
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court has announced that journalists holding valid Press Information Department (PID) or Press Club identification cards will now be allowed entry into...
Budget 2026-27: Explanation of income tax brackets for salaried employees
ISLAMABAD: During the presentation of the Budget 2026-27 in the National Assembly, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced notable tax relief measures aimed at the salaried...
Federal budget 2026-2027 announces salary, pension hikes
ISLAMABAD: The government has announced a modest increase for current and retired government employees in the upcoming fiscal year’s budget, with a 7% raise in...
WhatsApp Unveiled redesigned message options menu for Android devices
WEB DESK: WhatsApp is unveiling a redesigned message actions menu for Android users, aiming to enhance the chat experience with a sleeker and more user-friendly...
Shakeel Ahmad’s death Anniversary being observed today
LAHORE: The death anniversary of the renowned newscaster Shakeel Ahmad from Radio Pakistan is observed today. Shakeel Ahmad began his broadcasting career with All India...
Fire erupts at Karachi restaurant
KARACHI: A blaze erupted at a restaurant in Karachi on Friday, prompting quick response from firefighting teams. The incident took place at a restaurant situated...
Former senator Taj Afridi dies in M-1 motorway accident
ISLAMABAD: Taj Muhammad Afridi, a former senator affiliated with the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), tragically lost his life in a vehicle collision on the Islamabad-Peshawar...
Supreme Court ends four-day workweek, restores regular court schedule
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has revoked its earlier decision to implement a four-day workweek, bringing an end to the energy conservation measures introduced...
Finance Minister presents FY2026-27 budget amid opposition protests
ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb formally presented the Federal Budget 2026-27 in the National Assembly on Friday after the session commenced nearly two hours behind...
Pakistan army secures top honour at international pacesticking competition 2026
RAWALPINDI: The Pakistan Army achieved a remarkable milestone by winning the International Pacesticking Competition 2026, hosted at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in the United...
Budget 2026–27 expected to bring relief for salaried employees, farmers, property sector
ISLAMABAD: The federal government is expected to unveil a range of relief measures for salaried workers, farmers and the real estate sector in the 2026–27...
Gold prices jump over Rs7,000 per tola ahead of Pakistan’s FY2026-27 budget
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan registered a substantial increase on Friday, June 12, as investors turned to safe-haven assets ahead of the presentation of the...
President Zardari signs PIA privatisation bill into law, clearing final legal hurdle
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday approved the Pakistan International Airlines Corporation (Conversion) (Repeal) Bill, 2026, completing the final legal process required for the...
Govt unveils Rs17.5 trillion budget today, focuses on fiscal stability, ongoing projects
ISLAMABAD: The federal government is scheduled to present the 2026-27 federal budget in the National Assembly today, proposing an estimated outlay of Rs17.5 trillion aimed...
IMF opposes tax relief for Imported electric vehicles Ahead of 2026-27 budget
ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has expressed its opposition to proposals for granting tax benefits on imported electric vehicles (EVs) in the upcoming federal...
Jhang police declare girl student Ishal Fatima’s death as murder
GHANG: In a significant development in the tragic case of 17-year-old Ishal Fatima, who was raped and later died in Jhang, local police announced on...
Funeral prayers held for martyrs of Mi-17 helicopter crash
MUZAFFARABAD: The funeral prayers for the officers and soldiers who lost their lives in the Pakistan Army’s Mi-17 helicopter accident were conducted in Muzaffarabad today....
Commemoration of Santosh Kumar’s 44th death anniversary
WEB DESK: The 44th anniversary of the passing of legendary Pakistani film actor Syed Musa Abbas Raza, popularly known as Santosh Kumar, was observed on...
Trump Claims U.S. Will Launch Major Attack on Iran Tonight
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that the United States will carry out a severe attack on Iran tonight and will soon take control...
Muharram moon likely not visible on June 15, PMD says
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has announced that the chances of observing the moon for Muharram-ul-Haram 1448 AH on June 15 are minimal. According...
Balochistan govt suspends 23 young doctors over strike in Quetta
QUETTA: The Balochistan Health Department has suspended 23 young doctors who participated in an ongoing strike, as the provincial government intensified action to restore normal...
PTI MNA Iqbal Afridi suspended for entire national assembly budget session
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly on Thursday approved the suspension of PTI lawmaker Iqbal Afridi for the remainder of the budget session after Speaker Sardar Ayaz...
US-Iran exchange fresh strikes for second consecutive day, raising fears of wider conflict
DUBAI/WASHINGTON: The United States and Iran launched fresh military attacks against each other on Thursday, extending hostilities into a second day and further weakening a...
Afghan national among two militants killed in Mohmand intelligence operation
MOHMAND: Security forces eliminated two militants during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Sheikh Banda area of Mohmand district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, security officials said. According...
Pakistan budget 2026-27: major proposals, anticipated measures
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is expected to unveil a federal budget of around Rs18 trillion for the fiscal year 2026-27 when Finance Minister presents it on June...
Weather Alert: Rain, thunderstorms, and dust storms expected across Pakistan from June 11-13, says PMD
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a forecast predicting widespread dust storms, thunderstorms, and rainfall across various regions from June 11 to 13....
Get Rs.15,000 monthly stipend in Punjab
LAHORE: The Punjab government has introduced the ‘She Threads’ initiative, aligning with the vision of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, backed by a funding of Rs....
Oil prices rise amid renewed US-Iran tensions
WEB DESK: Oil prices gained on Wednesday, rebounding from a seven-week low recorded in the previous trading session, amid escalating US-Iran tensions and positive US...
Iran rejects war, vows to protect sovereignty, dignity: Iranian President
TEHRAN: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared that Iran has no intention of engaging in war but emphasized that the nation will never compromise on its...
Pakistan eliminates 26 militants, destroys four terrorist camps along Afghan border
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan has conducted a targeted operation against militant hideouts in border regions with Afghanistan, resulting in the death of 26 insurgents and the destruction...
Mahira Khan talks mental health, charity with King Charles in the UK
LONDON: Prominent Pakistani actress Mahira Khan has highlighted the critical need to raise awareness about mental health issues, emphasizing that many individuals still feel embarrassed...
Princess Maha Al Saud appointed as head of Saudi Arabia’s future investment initiative
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Future Investment Initiative Institute has appointed Princess Maha Al Saud as its new CEO. The institute, known for hosting its signature annual...
Trump claims Iran took too long to negotiate, warns of consequences
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump stated on Wednesday that Iran has delayed negotiations over the ongoing Middle East conflict and implied that Tehran will now...
Think Tank presents Five-Year strategy to generate 20 million Jobs by 2031
ISLAMABAD: The renowned economic research organization, the Economic Policy and Business Development (EPBD), has introduced a comprehensive five-year development blueprint aimed at creating approximately 20...
Government extends grocery store timings to 10pm, prolongs austerity measures
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has approved revised operating hours for grocery and general stores, permitting them to remain open until 10:00pm every day of the...
Husband kills newlywed wife after alleged months of abuse over dowry demands, husband booked
KARACHI: An 18-year-old newlywed from Karachi’s Surjani Town allegedly lost her life after enduring months of physical abuse linked to dowry demands, with her family...
NEC approves Rs4.715 trillion national development programme, sets economic goals for FY2026-27
ISLAMABAD: The National Economic Council (NEC) on Wednesday approved the national development budget for the fiscal year 2026-27, with the total size of the development...
Pakistan Army Mi-17 helicopter crashes near Muzaffarabad, all onboard martyred
RAWALPINDI: A Pakistan Army Aviation Mi-17 helicopter crashed near Muzaffarabad on Wednesday, resulting in the martyrdom of all personnel on board, according to the Inter-Services...
NA Speaker convenes key parliamentary leaders’ meeting ahead of budget session
ISLAMABAD: National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq has called a consultative meeting of parliamentary leaders today (Wednesday) to discuss the ongoing parliamentary session and preparations for...
Massive decline in gold price
KARACHI: The rate of gold droped by Rs.12627 to Rs. 442436. According to rates issued by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association, the...
ICC Issues demerit points to Gaddafi Stadium, Lord’s over “Unsatisfactory” pitch conditions
KARACHI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has assigned demerit points to Gaddafi Stadium and Lord’s Cricket Ground after recent international matches, citing concerns over pitch...
Punjab launches Rs1 million support program for cancer patients
LAHORE: The Punjab government has introduced an innovative healthcare scheme designed to offer financial aid and comprehensive treatment to cancer patients throughout the province. Named...
Security Forces kills 14 terrorists in IBO operation in Balochistan
QUETTA: Security forces carried out an intelligence-based operation in Balochistan’s Bismillah district, resulting in the elimination of 14 terrorists allegedly supported by India. According to...
Ceremonies in Karachi, Lahore commemorate martyrs, Ghazis of Pakistan Army
KARACHI: Special events took place in Karachi and Lahore Garrisons to honor the brave martyrs and Ghazis of the Pakistan Army for their exceptional sacrifices,...
AJK people rejects JAAC protest call
G.BALTISTAN: The residents of Azad Jammu and Kashmir have dismissed the call for protest issued by the outlawed Joint Awami Action Committee. In Mirpur, locals...
Met Office issues Warning for Potential Urban Flooding During Monsoon 2026
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a warning about the possibility of urban flooding in Sindh, Punjab, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during the upcoming monsoon...
Resolution presented in Sindh Assembly to address Karachi power outages
KARACHI: The Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) has brought a resolution before the Sindh Assembly to protest against the persistent scheduled and unscheduled power outages by...
GB Election Commission annouce to re-poll in 5 GB constituencies
G.BALTISTAN: Gilgit Baltistan Election Commission has halted the results of 5 constituencies, and ordered to re-election for these specific polling stations. Chief Election Commissioner Gilgit...
Sindh launches complimentary AI summer program for students to enhance digital competencies
KARACHI: Sindh Governor Syed Muhammad Nihal Hashmi has announced the initiation of a free Artificial Intelligence (AI) summer program designed for students across the province....
CM Punjab grants to buy wheat from PASSCO
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has approved purchase of wheat from PASSCO to help stabilize wheat and flour prices across the province. She was...