Global rating agencies recognise Pakistan’s economic progress
ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced on Monday that Pakistan is implementing significant reforms in the tax, energy, and pension sectors aimed at ensuring long-term...
Pakistan Navy to Induct First Advanced Chinese-Built Submarine Next Year
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is gearing up to commission its first Chinese-built Hangor-class submarine next year, signifying a significant step forward in the nation’s naval modernization program...
Gold Prices Rise Again in Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold prices experienced a notable increase on Monday in both domestic and international markets. As per the All Pakistan Sarafa Association, gold prices in...
President to attend Summit for Social Development in Doha
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari is set to participate in the three-day Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha, organized under the auspices of...
Mohsin Naqvi meets Shujaat to offer condolences over demise of latter’s brother-in-law
LAHORE: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi paid a visit to the residence of Pakistan Muslim League President Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain in Lahore today. During the meeting,...
Sikh devotees gather in Nankana Sahib for Guru Nanak’s 556th birthday
LAHORE: The 556th birth anniversary celebrations of Baba Guru Nanak have commenced in Nankana Sahib, with Sikh devotees from around the world participating in the...
Powerful 6.3 quake kills at least 20 in Afghanistan, hundreds injured
WEB DESK: A 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck near the northern Afghan city of Mazar-e Sharif early Monday, leaving at least 20 people dead and around 320...
556th birth anniversary celebrations of Baba Guru Nanak Dev Ji to begin Tomorrow
LAHORE: The 556th birth anniversary celebrations of Baba Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the revered founder of the Sikh faith, will commence tomorrow. Sikh pilgrims from...
President Zardari to Represent Pakistan at Global Social Development Summit in Doha
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari will participate in the Second World Summit for Social Development, set to begin in Doha on Tuesday under the auspices...
Punjab govt decide to extends Section 144 for seven days
LAHORE: The Punjab Home Department has extended Section 144 across the province for another seven days, now effective until Saturday, November 8. According to the...
JI chief pledges to rid Karachi of ‘corruption, land mafia’
KARACHI: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Emir Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman has pledged to rid Karachi of what he described as a “corrupt and land-grabbing system,” taking aim...
Pakistan foils alleged Indian spy plot to smuggle military uniforms, equipment
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s security agencies say they have thwarted an alleged espionage attempt orchestrated by an Indian intelligence network that aimed to smuggle Pakistani military uniforms,...
Former PM Shahid Khaqan Abbasi hospitalised after cardiac complications
ISLAMABAD: Former prime minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi was hospitalised after experiencing chest pain and later underwent a heart procedure during which doctors inserted two stents...
Pakistan Refutes Afghan Claims Over Repatriation Proposal, Reaffirms Commitment to Counter-Terrorism Cooperation
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has categorically rejected as “inaccurate and misleading” the statement made by the spokesperson of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan regarding Islamabad’s alleged refusal...
Fisherman Accused of Spying for India Arrested by Pakistani Authorities
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s security forces have apprehended a fisherman allegedly involved in espionage on behalf of Indian intelligence agencies, Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar revealed on...
Ex-Sindh CM Aftab Shaban Mirani passes away
KARACHI: Former Sindh chief minister and senior Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) leader Aftab Shaban Mirani passed away on Saturday after a long illness, his family...
Shaheen’s double strike rocks South Africa early in T20I decider
LAHORE: Pakistan got off to a flying start in the third and final T20 International as left-arm pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi dismantled South Africa’s top...
Zardari vows to turn Gilgit-Baltistan into a model of progress.
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has reaffirmed the resolve to make Gilgit Baltistan a model of development, justice and equality. Addressing Gilgit Baltistan Independence Day...
Lahore Suffers World’s Worst Air Quality as Deadly Smog Chokes South AsiaToxic haze blankets region, threatening health and disrupting travel
WEB DESK: South Asia’s ongoing smog emergency has reached alarming new heights, with Lahore and New Delhi again topping the list of the world’s most...
CM Afridi expands KP cabinet despite Imran Khan’s advice for a smaller team
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has finalized a 13-member provincial cabinet, reportedly disregarding the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s suggestion to keep...
CM Maryam Nawaz ends land grabbing in Punjab: Azma Bukhari
LAHORE: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari has lauded Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif for taking historic steps to eliminate land grabbing across the province once...
Torkham border reopens after 20 Days to deport undocumented afghan nationals
KHYBER: After a 20-day closure, Pakistan has reopened the Torkham border crossing, but only to facilitate the deportation of Afghan nationals residing illegally in the...
Government announces increase in Petrol, Diesel Prices for Next 15 Days
ISLAMABAD: The government has announced an increase in the prices of petroleum products for the next 15 days. According to the Ministry of Finance. the...
Sindh excise department extends Ajrak number Plate deadline to December 31
KARACHI: The Sindh Department of Excise and Taxation announced on Friday that the deadline for replacing vehicle number plates with the new, security-enhanced Ajrak design...
LHC approves Sheikh Rashid to travel abroad for Umrah
RAWALPINDI: The Lahore High Court’s Rawalpindi Bench has approved former federal minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmad’s request to travel abroad. Sheikh Rashid appeared in court along...
Shah Mahmoud Qureshi admitted at Lahore’s PKLI hospital
LAHORE: Former leaders of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) met with Vice Chairman Shah Mahmood Qureshi at Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute (PKLI) Lahore on Friday...
Karachi man gets E-Challan for stolen bike from four years ago
KARACHI: A resident of Karachi was left puzzled after receiving an e-challan for his bike, which was stolen four years ago and has yet to...
89-Year-Old Indian legend Dharmendra hospitalized, fans express concern
WEB DESK: Following reports of veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra being admitted to hospital, his fans have become worried. According to Indian media sources. Dharmendra, who...
Mian Amer Mahmood re-elected PBA Chairman unopposed for 2025-26
KARACHI: During the Pakistan Broadcasters Association’s (PBA) annual general meeting in Karachi, Mian Amer Mahmood, Chairman of Dunya Media Group, was unanimously re-elected as PBA...
Karachi tyre warehouse fire extinguished after 21 hours of intense efforts
KARACHI: A large-scale fire that broke out at a tyre storage facility in Moach Goth has been successfully controlled after a prolonged firefighting operation lasting...
FIA drops corruption charges against former FBR chairman Shabbar Zaidi
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has officially dropped its corruption case against former Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) chairman Shabbar Zaidi, it was announced...
Bilawal says PPP ready to lead Azad Kashmir government
KARACHI: Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, chairman of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), stated on Friday that his party is prepared to assume control of the government in Azad...
PSX recovers with nearly 2,500-point surge after recent volatility
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) saw a strong rebound on Friday, with the KSE-100 Index climbing by 2,496.07 points during the trading session. The...
The price of domestic LPG cylinder has decreased by Rs. 69.44
ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has announced a reduction in the price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG). According to the notification, from...
Earthquake tremors felt in Karachi
KARACHI: A magnitude of 2.2 earthquake felt in Karachi, According to the Meteorological Department, tremors of an earthquake were felt in Karachi. The department has...
Pakistan, Canada reaffirm commitment to strengthening trade and investment ties.
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Canada have reiterated their dedication to enhancing economic partnership and maintaining robust bilateral communication. This development followed a conversation between Pakistan’s Deputy...
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s 10-member new cabinet sworn in
PESHAWAR: Ten ministers from the newly-formed Khyber Pakhtunkhwa cabinet were sworn in on Friday during a ceremony at the Governor House in Peshawar, the provincial...
Gaza’s Ceasefire Brings Calm, But No Cash as Banks Reopen Empty
WEB DESK: The ceasefire in Gaza has provided a slight relief from the devastation caused by Israel’s airstrikes and blockade. However, a severe cash shortage...
The Foreign Office remains hopeful about the next round of talks on November 6.
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has voiced optimism about the upcoming talks with the Afghan Taliban, set to take place on November 6, hoping for fruitful outcomes from...
US signs 10-year defense pact with India
WEB DESK: US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized the unprecedented strength of military ties between India and the United States after meeting with his Indian...
Saudi Arabia announces new amendments to Umrah visa rules
WEB DESK: Saudi Arabia has announced a new policy for Umrah visas, reducing the time frame for entry from three months to one month, as...
Gold prices in Pakistan Today – October 31, 2025
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan surged on Friday, recovering from the previous day’s drop as local demand picked up despite a decline in international rates....
Pakistan aims for a comeback against South Africa in the second T20I.
WEB DESK: The second T20 International between Pakistan and South Africa is set to take place today at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium under stringent security measures....
Pakistan calls on Afghan Taliban to cease providing safe haven to terrorists.
ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Friday emphasized the urgent need to end cross-border infiltrations from Afghanistan and reiterated Pakistan’s firm stance on its fight...
“No one will be allowed to seize anyone’s land in Punjab anymore”, Maryam Nawaz
LAHORE: The Punjab government has approved the Punjab Protection of Ownership of Immovable Property Ordinance 2025 to combat land grabbing and illegal possession of public...
Any act of aggression will be met with a firm and decisive response: DG ISPR
ISLAMABAD: Lt. General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR), reiterated on Friday that the Pakistan Army is unwavering in its commitment...
Pakistan, Afghan Taliban reach agreement to extend ceasefire
ISLAMABAD: Following a week-long round of discussions in Istanbul, Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban have decided to uphold the ceasefire, as announced by the Turkish...
Funeral prayer of Captain Dr Noman Saleem offered in Isa Khel
ISA KHEL: The funeral prayer of Captain Dr. Noman Saleem, who embraced martyrdom yesterday in Kurram district, was offered at his ancestral area in Isa...
Chinese President urges caution to avoid dangerous retaliation cycle after trump meeting
BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping has advised both China and the United States not to fall into a dangerous cycle of retaliation. According to international...
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s new cabinet formed after governor’s approval
PESHAWAR: The new cabinet of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has been officially formed, following the signing of the summary sent by Chief Minister Shehri Afreedi by Governor...