Senate approves privatisation amendment bill
ISLAMABAD: In a notable display of consensus, the Senate on Tuesday unanimously approved the Privatization Commission (Amendment) Bill 2025, The legislation was introduced in the...
Chinese humanoid robot ‘Bolt’ achieves speeds of 10 meters P/S, surpassing human sprinting capabilities
HANGZHOU: Researchers from Zhejiang University, in partnership with Hangzhou-based startups Mirror Me and Kaierda, have unveiled a full-scale humanoid robot named ‘Bolt’ that can run...
NA condemns terrorist attacks in Balochistan, calls for unified action
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly unanimously passed a resolution today condemning the recent terrorist attacks in Balochistan. Moved by Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Tariq Fazal Chaudhary,...
Pakistan Invited to Participate in Iran-US Dialogue in Istanbul: FO
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has received an invitation to join the upcoming talks between Iran and the United States aimed at reducing tensions, the Foreign Office announced...
ATC issues contempt notice to Adiala Jail superintendent over PTI founder’s video link, medical access
RAWALPINDI: The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Rawalpindi has issued a contempt of court notice to the superintendent of Adiala Jail concerning the ongoing case of...
Nationwide holiday announced on Kashmir Solidarity Day
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has announced a nationwide public holiday on February 5 to mark Kashmir Solidarity Day, reaffirming its support for the people of...
Yellow metal drop by Rs21,500 per tola in Pakistan
KARACHI: The price of gold significant decline by Rs.21,500 per tola in Pakistan. Gold became cheaper by Rs21,500, bringing the new price per tola to...
World Bank Chief pays visit to Gurdwara Panja Sahib in Hasan Abdal
LAHORE: World Bank President Ajay Pal Singh Banga visited the historic Gurdwara Sri Panja Sahib in Hasan Abdal, where he was accompanied by Federal Minister...
DG ISPR engages students, faculty in interactive session at Turbat University
TURBAT: Director General Inter-Services Public Relations, Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, held an interactive dialogue with students and faculty members at Turbat University, focusing on...
Balochistan operation continues as 22 more terrorists killed
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s security forces have killed an additional 22 militants during ongoing counterterrorism operations in Balochistan. Officials said the militants were neutralised in a late-night...
Pakistan to skip T20 world cup clash against India, confirms participation in tournament
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has decided to boycott its highly anticipated T20 World Cup match against India, scheduled for February 15, while still remaining part of the...
Punjab Police to enforce strict safety measures for basant 2026
LAHORE: The Punjab Inspector General of Police has directed law enforcement agencies to strictly implement the official code of conduct for Basant 2026 celebrations throughout...
Karachi Police Nab Man Posing as Officer in Azizabad
KARACHI: Authorities in Azizabad have apprehended a man impersonating a police officer, who allegedly used his fake identity to harass and rob local residents. Police...
US denounced recent terrorist incident in Balochistan, voicing strong support for Pakistan
WASHINGTON: US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker said Washington condemns the attack in the strongest possible terms, noting that both security forces and civilians were deliberately...
World Bank group chief Ajay Banga pays visit to Gurdwara Panja Sahib
HASAN ABDAL: World Bank Group President Ajay Banga on Sunday visited the revered Sikh religious site, Gurdwara Panja Sahib, in Hasan Abdal, accompanied by a...
CM Bugti rules out dialogue with militants, alleges Indian support for insurgency
QUETTA: Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti on Sunday rejected any possibility of negotiations with militant groups, accusing India of backing efforts to destabilize Pakistan following...
Pakistan convenes UN arria-formula session on India’s actions concerning Indus waters treaty
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan convened an Arria-Formula meeting of the United Nations Security Council on January 30 to raise concerns over India’s unilateral measures related to the...
Saudi Arabia, Qatar denounce terror attacks in Balochistan
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia and Qatar have strongly criticized the recent terrorist attacks in Pakistan’s Balochistan province, reaffirming their support for Pakistan and expressing solidarity with...
Iran issues warning to US, Israel, says military on high alert
TEHRAN: Iran’s army chief, Amir Hatami, warned on Saturday that any military action by the United States or Israel would trigger serious consequences, saying Iranian...
Security forces kills 133 terrorists across Balochiatan
QUETTA: Pakistan’s security forces killed 133 terrorists, including three suicide bombers, during counterterrorism operations across 12 locations in Balochistan over the past two days, the...