Shawwal Moon not Sighted in Saudi Arabia; Eid to be observed on March 20 (Friday)
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has announced that the Shawwal moon was not sighted, confirming that Eid al-Fitr will be observed on Friday, March 20. Various cities’...
Iran conflict prompts significant decline in Pakistan’s international flight operations
ISLAMABAD: The start of March has seen a dramatic reduction of nearly 50% in Pakistan’s international flight activities, largely driven by regional tensions stemming from...
Turkey announces Eid al-Fitr will be observed on Friday; other countries depend on witnesses
ANKARA: The government of Turkey announced on Wednesday that Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated nationwide on Friday, March 20. Similarly, Muslims in Singapore will celebrate...
Online ticket sales for PSL season 11 are now open
ISLAMABAD: Fans can purchase their tickets online starting today. Physical tickets will be available from the 24th of this month at select centers nationwide. This...
Pakistan extends airspace ban on Indian flights until April 24
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has announced that its airspace will remain closed to Indian airlines and India-registered aircraft until April 24. According to a new Notice to...
Israel claims killing of Iran’s intelligence minister Ismail Khateeb in airstrike
TEL AVIV: Israel has claimed that Ismail Khateeb, Iran’s Intelligence Minister, was killed in a recent airstrike, Israeli media reported. The attack targeted Tehran, and...
Gold prices remain stable across Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold prices remained unchanged across Pakistan. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association. The price of gold per tola stood steady at...
Rangers bust ‘Topi Gang’: 7 arrested in major Karachi crackdown
KARACHK: In a significant crackdown, Pakistan Rangers apprehended seven linked to the notorious “Topi Gang” during an operation in the Korangi area of Karachi. According...
Security forces foil terror attack detained female suicide bomber
QUETTA: Security forces in Balochistan have prevented a major attempt by arresting a female suicide bomber, Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti announced. Speaking at a press...
MQM-P call on PM to reconsider the removal of Tessori as Sindh governor
KARACHI: A senior leader of Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) has called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to reconsider the removal of Kamran Tessori as the...
Fuel shipments continue to arrive at Port Qasim amid supply concerns
KARACHI: Pakistan is maintaining a steady inflow of fuel supplies as multiple petrol and crude oil tankers continue to arrive at Port Qasim in response...
Iran launches missile strike on Tel Aviv after Larijani’s killing
TEHRAN: Iran carried out missile attacks on Tel Aviv, saying the strikes were in direct response to the killing of senior official Ali Larijani, according...
Iran confirms death of senior security official Ali Larijani
TEHRAN: Iranian authorities have confirmed the death of Ali Larijani, describing him as having “attained martyrdom,” according to state media reports on Tuesday. Earlier in...
Sindh announces Eid-ul-Fitr 2026 holidays
KARACHI: The Sindh government has officially declared public holidays for Eid-ul-Fitr 2026, according to reports. As per a notification issued by Chief Secretary Asif Hyder...
Almost 23,000 vehicles blacklist due to unpaid e-challans in Karachi
KARACHI: More than 23,000 vehicles in Karachi have been placed on a provincial blacklist due to unpaid e-challans, officials revealed during a recent traffic review...
Trump steps up pressure on media over Insufficient support for Iran conflict
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump has allegedly escalated efforts to influence the media after public backing for a potential war with Iran remained tepid. Reports from...
Iranian ambassador in Russia denies rumors of Mojtaba Khamenei being treated at a Russian hospital
WEB DESK: The Iranian ambassador to Russia has categorically denied allegations that Iran’s newly appointed Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is currently receiving medical care at...
Two cousins killed in motorcycle crash near Ayesha Manzil
KARACHI: A tragic accident occurred on Tuesday when a high-speed motorcycle lost control and collided with a footpath close to the Ayesha Manzil Jamat Khana,...
Eidi from the Government of Pakistan 2026 – Who Qualifies and How to Verify Eligibility?
ISLAMABAD: As Eid approaches each year, many families across Pakistan look for government aid programs that provide financial assistance to ease festive expenses. With inflation...
US counterterrorism Chief resigns over opposition to Iran conflict amid dispute
WASHINGTON: John Kent, the head of the United States’ National Counterterrorism Center, has stepped down from his role, citing disagreement with the current military escalation...