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...
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...