PM Shehbaz arrives in Washington for Gaza peace board summit
WASHINGTON: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reached the United States for a three-day official visit to take part in the inaugural meeting of the Gaza...
PSX falls nearly 6,000 points as Investors brace for IMF review
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange> witnessed a sharp downturn on Thursday, reversing the previous session’s strong rally, as investors adopted a cautious stance ahead of...
US military prepared for potential Iran strike as Tehran, Moscow plan naval drills
The United States military could be positioned to launch strikes against Iran as early as this weekend, according to a CNN report citing sources familiar...
Karachi cylinder blast claim 15 lives, 14 injured
KARACHI: At least 15 people lost their lives and 14 others were injured after a gas cylinder explosion triggered a roof collapse in Karachi’s Rana...
Gold jumps Rs7,900 per tola in Pakistan amid global rally
KARACHI: Gold prices recorded a sharp rise in both domestic and international markets on Thursday, according to the Pakistan Sarafa Association. The rate of 24-karat...
Dar meets regional counterparts in New York, focuses on Palestine crisis
NEW YORK: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, met with senior diplomats from Syria, Indonesia, and Egypt during the high-level session of...
Most-wanted militant linked to fitna al-Khawarij arrested in Karachi operation
KARACHI: In a major breakthrough, the Sindh Rangers have apprehended a “highly wanted” militant during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Gulistan-e-Johar area of the...
President Zardari pays condolences at Manzoor Wattoo’s residence
LAHORE: President Asif Ali Zardari visited the residence of the late Mian Manzoor Ahmed Wattoo, a former Punjab Chief Minister, to extend his sympathies and...
Iran-U.S. talks conclude without breakthrough
WEB DESK: According to Axios, the United States may be edging closer to a significant military confrontation with Iran than previously understood. The report warns...
Investigation into Gul Plaza Fire: Rescue, officials testify before judicial commission
KARACHI: During a hearing of the Gul Plaza fire judicial commission, led by Sindh High Court Justice Agha Faisal, various officials including fire brigade personnel,...
PTI, TTAP conclude sit-In at Islamabad’s red zone
PESHAWAR: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and the Tehreek-e-Tahafuz-e-Ayeen-e-Pakistan (TTAP), a coalition of opposition parties, announced on Wednesday that they have ended their sit-in protest in...
Ramadan crescent sighted: First fast in Pakistan to be observed tomorrow
PESHAWAR: The central Moon sighting committee is currently holding its meeting in Peshawar to determine the sighting of the Ramadan moon. The session is being...
DPM Ishaq Dar to join UN security council briefing on Palestine
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar is scheduled to travel to New York to participate in a United Nations Security...
PM Shehbaz Embarks for Washington to Attend Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ Summit on Gaza
ISLAMABAD: Sources indicate that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has left for the United States to participate in the inaugural global summit of the Board of...
Govt promises continuous electricity, gas supply during Sehr and Iftar
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has assured the public that there will be no interruptions in electricity and gas services during Sehr and Iftar hours throughout...
Gold price slightly hike across Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold prices have experienced a modest rise nationwide. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellery Association, the price of gold per tola has...
T20 World Cup: Pakistan Defeats Namibia, Qualifies for Super 8
WEB DESK: Pakistan secured their place in the prestigious Super 8 stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup following a commanding 102-run victory against...
Ramadan Moon Sighting: Ruet-e-Hilal committee to meet today in Peshawar
ISLAMABAD: The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee is scheduled to hold its meeting today in Peshawar to observe and verify the sighting of the Ramadan 1447 Hijri...
14 Indian-backed terrorists eliminated in Balochistan CTD operations
QUETTA: The Balochistan Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) announced that two separate operations in Quetta and Barkhan resulted in the deaths of eight and six militants, respectively. ...
Tragic death of student after fall from FJMU Hostel in Lahore
LAHORE: A female student lost her life after falling from the third floor of the Fatima Jinnah Medical University hostel in Lahore. According to law...
Power Minister issues directive for continuous electricity supply during Ramazan
ISLAMABAD: On Tuesday, Federal Minister for Power Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari issued clear instructions to all electricity distribution companies (DISCOs), including K-Electric, to ensure a...
Gandapur denies involvement in Sanam Javed controversy
PESHAWAR: Former Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ali Amin Gandapur, has addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding PTI social media activist Sanam Javed, providing clarification on...
Bajaur, North Waziristan declare start of Ramadan ahead of official announcement
PESHAWAR: Local clerics and committees in parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa announced that the first day of Ramadan will be observed from tomorrow (on Wednesday), a...
Owais laghari attends laptop distribution event amid student protest over alleged bias
D.G.KHAN: In Dera Ghazi Khan, a ceremony to distribute laptops to students, organised by the university administration, was marred by protests as students accused officials...
Punjab govt revised school timing in Ramadan 2026
LAHORE: With the commencement of Ramadan 2026, school schedules across Punjab have been updated to accommodate fasting students and staff. A notification issued by the...
Karachi: Petrol bomb attack on Assistant Commissioner during anti-encroachment drive in Lee market
KARACHI: During an anti-encroachment operation in Karachi’s Lee Market, Assistant Commissioner Hazzam Bangwar was targeted with a petrol bomb but escaped unhurt. Talking to media, ...
Saudi Arabia declares Ramadan crescent sighted; Pakistan awaiting moon sighting confirmation
RIYADH/ISLAMABAD: Saudi Arabia announced on Tuesday that the Ramadan crescent has been sighted, officially marking the beginning of the holy month of fasting from Wednesday....
Bangladesh’s interim leader Yunus resigns, marks end of transitional government
DHAKA: Muhammad Yunus, Bangladesh’s interim head of government, officially stepped down on Monday, signaling the transfer of power to an elected administration. In a broadcast...
Day one of India’s global AI summit erupts in chaos
WEB DESK: India’s much-anticipated global showcase on artificial intelligence opened not with a flourish, but with frayed tempers and frozen screens. The inaugural day of...
DPM to represent Pakistan at UNSC briefing on Palestine crisis
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar is scheduled to travel to New York tomorrow to take part in a high-level United...
PHC orders to reopen roads blocked by PTI protester
PESHAWAR: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters protests, which are centered around allegations of negligence in the medical care of PTI founder Imran Khan, have caused significant...
Renown film writer Salim Khan hospitalised owing to health issue
WEB DESK: Salim Khan, the renowned writer and father of Salman Khan, has been hospitalized due to health issues, causing concern across the entertainment industry. ...
Viral Video: Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz Stands by Student, Pledges Full Support
LAHORE: A viral video shows Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif standing behind a female student during the Honhaar Scholarship and laptop distribution ceremony at...
India beat Pakistan by 61 runs in T20 World Cup clash
COLOMBO: Pakistan now face a must-win situation in their final group-stage fixture to qualify for the Super Eight stage after suffering humiliating defeat to India...
CDF Munir, Marco Rubio hold high-level talks over global, regional security in Germany
WEB DESK: During his official visit to Germany from February 12 to 14, Field Marshal, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces...
India set 176-run target for Pakistan in ICC T20 World cup
COLOMBO: After being put in to bat, India posted 176 run challenging total, thanks largely to a blistering knock from Ishan Kishan. Pakistan opted to...
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup: Pakistan choose to field after winning toss against India
COLOMBO: Pakistan opted to bowl first after winning the toss against arch-rivals India in their high-voltage T20 World Cup 2026 clash at the R. Premadasa...
Pakistan receives invitation for Bangladesh PM’s oath ceremony
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has been formally invited to attend the oath-taking ceremony of Bangladesh’s incoming prime minister, scheduled to be held on February 17 in Dhaka....
Medical team examines Imran Khan at Adiala Jail amid tight security
RAWALPINDI: A specialised team of five doctors carried out a detailed eye examination of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan at Adiala Jail under heightened...
PM Shehbaz embarks on Two-Day official visit to Austria to boost bilateral ties
ISLAMABAD: Shehbaz Sharif departed Islamabad on Sunday for a two-day official trip to Vienna at the invitation of Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker. The prime minister...
T20 World Cup 2026: Pakistan to face India today
COLOMBO: All eyes are on Colombo as arch-rivals Pakistan and India prepare to lock horns in a blockbuster encounter at the ICC Men’s T20 World...
Fauji fertiliser emerges as PIA’s largest shareholder, says Arif Habib
KARACHI: Prominent businessman Arif Habib has shared fresh insights into the privatization of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), revealing that Asim Munir personally reached out to...
ISPR chief engages Lahore students on national security, youth’s role
LAHORE: Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, visited leading academic institutions in Lahore, including Aitchison College, the University of...
JI announces protests at 10 Karachi spots after Police clash
KARACHI: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) has declared it will stage demonstrations at 10 different locations across Karachi today, following a confrontation with police that led to the...
Punjab govt launches ambitious initiative to make pakistan green with restoration of Margalla forests
LAHORE: The Punjab government has intensified its efforts to promote environmental sustainability, placing the rehabilitation of the Margalla forest region at the forefront of its...
M9 Motorway Tragedy: Death toll climbs to 14 after injured victims pass away
KARACHI: The number of fatalities from the devastating multi-vehicle collision near Kathore on the M9 Motorway has risen to 14 after several injured victims succumbed...
Rain, gusty winds expected in Karachi, other regions from Feb 16–17
KARACHI: A shallow westerly weather system is forecast to bring rain and strong winds to various parts of Pakistan, including Karachi, over the weekend of...
UNSC denounces terror attack over Islamabad Imambargah
New York/Islamabad: The United Nations Security Council has issued a strong condemnation of the deadly suicide bombing at an Islamabad imambargah, describing the assault as...
Imran Khan approaches IHC seeking bail, cites 85pc vision loss in right eye
ISLAMABAD: Imran Khan has approached the Islamabad High Court seeking suspension of his sentence and release on bail in the Toshakhana II case, citing serious...
Shehbaz Sharif announces ramadan 2026 relief package
ISLAMABAD: Shehbaz Sharif has announced a Rs38 billion Ramadan relief initiative for 2026, significantly expanding financial assistance for low-income families across the country. Speaking at...