ICC appoints Sanjog Gupta as it’s new ICC chief executive officer
Dubai: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has appointed Sanjog Gupta as its new chief executive officer. He will assume charge on July 7, 2025, becoming...
Death toll from Texas floods reaches 78 including 28 children
Austin: The death toll from catastrophic floods in Texas reached at least 78 on Sunday, including 28 children, as the search for girls missing from...
PSX achieves another milestone crosses 133,000 points
Karachi: The new business week began with a new record as the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) surged to an all-time high on Monday. For the...
BRICS nations express grave concerns on Gaza violence, demand immediate ceasefire
Rio di Jnneiro: The BRICS Nations expressed grave concern over the ongoing violence in Gaza, calling for an immediate ceasefire b and the establishment of...
First session of indirect Hamas-Israel ceasefire talks ends without progress
Doha: The opening round of indirect ceasefire talks between Hamas and Israel in Doha ended inconclusively, according to two Palestinian sources familiar with the negotiations....
Martyrdom anniversary of Havaldar Lalak Jan ,NH being commemorated today
Rawalpindi:The 26th martyrdom anniversary of Havaldar Lalak Jan Shaheed, who sacrificed his precious life in defence of the motherland during Kargil war,is being commemorated today....
Pakistan observes peaceful conclusion to Ashura Processions
WEB DESK: Youm-e-Ashur was observed with solemnity and reverence across Pakistan as mourning processions concluded peacefully under stringent security arrangements on Sunday. Majlis-e-Sham-e-Ghariban were held...
JI Leader Rao Muhammad Zafar Passes Away
LAHORE – Veteran Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) leader and former South Punjab emir, Rao Muhammad Zafar, passed away on Sunday after a prolonged illness. He was widely...
Pak’s young karate star secures gold medal at SA Karate Championship
Colombo: Pakistan’s young karate star Aina Noel secured a gold medal at the South Asian Karate Championship held in Colombo. Aina Noel clinched the top...
Dozens missing as Texas flash floods leave at least 51 dead
Austin:At least 51 people, including 15 children, have been confirmed dead following flash floods in central Texas, authorities said on Saturday as rescuers continued a...
Lyari bulilding collapse, toll increases to 26
KARACHI: The death toll from the collapse of a five-storey Karachi residential building in Lyari Baghdadi area has climbed to 26, with rescue teams recovering...
Karachi to remain cloudy and humid: Met Office
KARACHI: The city is expected to continue with largely cloudy and humid weather conditions that may lead to drizzle during the night or morning over...
Main 10th Muharram processions taken out in Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi, other cities
Karachi:The main procession on occasion of yome Ashur, 10th Muharram, in Karachi was taken out from Nishtar Park after Majalis that continued through the night...
PM pledges to uplift country’s rural citizens
Islamabad:Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has renewed the government’s pledge to uplift the country’s rural citizens and support them as equal partners in shaping a stronger,...
World Rural Development Day being observed today
Web Desk: World Rural Development Day is being observed on Sunday. In September last year, the United Nations General Assembly had unanimously passed a resolution...
Elon Musk launches “America Party”
Washington: Elon Musk, an ex-ally of US President Donald Trump, said he had launched a new political party in the United States to challenge what...
Heavy rain, flooding likely from today
Karachi: Pakistan’s Meteorological Department issued an alert for heavy rains in the upper and lower parts of the country, including Karachi. The alert said that...
President, PM pay tribute to Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA)
Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have paid rich tribute to the supreme sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his...
Youm-e-Ashur being observed today with due solemnity under tight security
Karachi/Lahore/Islamabad/Peshawar/Quetta:Youm-e-Ashur, the tenth of Muharram-ul-Haram, is being observed on Sunday today, across the country with due solemnity and respect to pay homage to the supreme...
Dar Affirms PPP Will Remain a Key Ally Despite PML-N Securing Simple Majority
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar emphasized on Saturday that the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) will continue to be a vital...
US, China to discuss on TikTok deal this week
WEB DESK: US President Donald Trump said on Friday he will start talking to China on Monday or Tuesday about a possible TikTok deal. He...
Karachi: Ongoing Removal of Debris from Collapsed Building in Lyari, Death Toll Rises to 21
KARACHI: The debris removal operation continues at the site of the building that collapsed in Lyari yesterday, with rescue teams recovering six more bodies today,...
Bus-Trailer collision in Muzaffargarh claims 6 killed, 18 injured
MUZAFFARGARH: In a tragic road accident in Muzaffargarh, Bus collided to Traller resulting 6 killed and at least 18 injured According to police, the collision...
PSX Gains 7,570 Points in the KSE 100 Index
KARACHI: : The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a remarkable rally in the first week of the current fiscal year, setting new records. The KSE...
Punjab Confiscates 13 Lions in Major Crackdown Following Lion Attack Injuries; Five Arrested
LAHORE: In a vigorous effort to curb illegal wildlife trade, Punjab’s wildlife authorities have seized 13 lions and apprehended five individuals, just a day after...
Karachi likely to experience light rain, drizzle tonight; humid weather to continue: PMD reports
KARACHI: The port city expected light rain or drizzle tonight, with humid and partly cloudy conditions expected to persist across the city over the next...
Mohsin Naqvi says government, establishment being on the same page upsets many
SUKKUR : Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi commended the efforts of law enforcement agencies for ensuring peace and security during Muharram across Pakistan. He praised...
Ishaq Dar denies rumors of Nawaz Sharif’s meeting with Imran Khan in Adiala Jail
LAHORE: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has dismissed reports suggesting that former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif may meet Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder...
Six’Fitna-e-Hindustan’ terrorists eliminated by CTD and Punjab Police
BAHAWALPUR: The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) and Punjab Police on Saturday conducted joint operations in Taunsa and Bahawalpur, killing six Indian-backed terrorists. In Taunsa Sharif,...
Mobile phone services to remain suspended in Peshawar on Ashura
PESHAWAR: Authorities in peshawar have decided to suspend mobile phone services on the 9th and 10th of Muharram, as security step. According to a police...
Sindh Proposes 8.1% Increase in Minimum Wages, Raising It to Rs40,000
KARACHI: The Sindh Minimum Wages Board has recommended an Rs3,000 hike in the minimum monthly wage for workers across various sectors in the province. The...
Security forces eliminate 3 TTP Tipu group terrorist in Lakki Marwat operation
LAKKI MARWAT: The police and Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) successfully eliminated three suspected terrorists of the banned Tehrik-e-Talban Pakistan (TTP) Tipu Group in Lakki Marwat...
Pakistan marks 9th muharram with reverence and heightened security
LAHORE: The observance of the 9th Muharram across Pakistan is underway with profound religious significance and solemnity, honoring the martyrs of Karbala. Mourning processions are...
Rescue efforts continue as newlywed couple trapped under debris in Karachi building collapse
KARACHI: A residential building that collapsed in the Baghadadi area of Lyari, Karachi, has resulted in multiple casualties, including a newlywed couple. According to residents,...
Body of Female Mountaineer still missing
WEB DESK: The body of a female mountaineer from the Czech Republic, who tragically fell while attempting to summit Nanga Parbat, has not yet been...
CEO, Medical Superintendent of Pakpattan DHQ Hospital Detained Over Child Deaths
PAKPATTAN: Following the tragic deaths of 20 children, the Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz, ordered the immediate arrest of the Medical Superintendent (MS) and...
Explosion at Rome Petrol Station Injures 27, Including Police Officers and Firefighter
ROME: An explosion at a petrol station in Rome’s Prenestino district resulted in injuries to at least 27 people, including 10 police officers and a...
PM Urges ECO Nations to Prevent Water as a Weapon, Cites Rising Threat from India
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif issued a stern warning on Friday regarding India’s escalating use of water as a strategic tool, describing it as a...
Gold price down by Rs.1500 per tola
KARACHI: The gold price decreased by Rs.1500 per tola to Rs.355,500 in Pakistan As per All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association, the rate of gold...
United States Celebrates 249th Independence Day with Joy and Patriotism
WASHINGTON: Americans across the nation commemorating the historic occasion with patriotic fervor.The United States marked its 249th Independence Day on July 4. Communities held parades,...
Death toll in Lyari building collapse climbs to eight
Karachi: Death toll in the collapse of a five storey building in Baghdadi area of Lyari in Karachi has climbed to eight while all the...
PSX reaches new high of 131,949 points after gaining 1262 points
Karachi: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on last day of business week continued to set a record as the benchmark Karachi 100 Index crossed a new...
Risk management and underwriting professional, Imran Raza Jaffry, launches his 2nd book
Web Desk: Imran Raza Jaffry, a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in risk management and underwriting, is making waves in Pakistan’s insurance...
India becomes second largest beef Exporter in the World
WEB DESK: India became the second largest beef exporter after Brazil in the World which exports water buffalo. An investigation by the environmental and human...
Pakistan win Asian Youth Girls Netball Championship
Jeonju, South Korea: Pakistan have won the Asian Youth Girls Netball Championship 2025, defeating Maldives with a commanding 60-35 score in Jeonju, South Korea. Pakistan...
Death anniversary of renowned folk singer Allan Faqir observed
Web Desk: The 25th death anniversary of renowned folk singer Allan Faqir was observed on Friday. Allan Fakir was born in 1932 in village of...
Pakistan’s Dr. Rana Javed Conquers killer mountain Nanga Parbat ’The world’s ninth highest peak’
KARACHI: Renowned Pakistani surgeon and mountaineer Dr. Rana Hassan Javed achieved a remarkable feat on Friday by summiting Nanga Parbat, the world’s ninth-highest and one...
ECP issues notification for holding of elections on senate seats from KP
Islamabad: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Friday issued a notification for holding of elections on Senate seats from Khyber Pakhtunkhawa after a hiatus...
Pakistan keen to work with UNSC members to promote united action: FO
Islamabad: Pakistan looks forward to working closely with all members of the United Nations Security Council to promote timely and united action in line with...
PM urges ECO countries deepen colloboration for pressing regional and global challenges
KHANKENDI: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday urged the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) member states to deepen collaboration in response to pressing regional and global...