International Moon Day being observed today
Web Desk: International Moon Day is being observed on Sunday. It marks the anniversary of the first landing by humans on the Moon as part...
Pakistani agri professionals to depart for China today
Islamabad: A group of one hundred young agricultural professionals will leave for China today to get training in Southwest University of Science and Technology as...
Israel martyrs 116 in Gaza since dawn, including 38 at aid sites
Gaza: The Israeli military continued to pound the Gaza Strip, as at least 116 people were maryred across the enclave since dawn, including 38 who...
Karachi receives early morning showers
KARACHI: Karachi on Sunday received light showers in the wee hours following several days of overcast weather. Light rain was reported in various areas of...
Nine dies, 40 injured in two different accidents in Thatta, Khairpur
THATTA, KHAIRPUR: As many as nine people were died in a two different accidents after two buses overturned in Thatta and Khairpur, injuring more than...
Dar to visit U.S. next week for high-level UN and diplomatic engagements
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar is set to visit the United States next week, where he will represent Pakistan at...
Relief likely for electricity consumers as fuel charges drop
ISLAMABAD: Electricity consumers are likely to receive relief in their August 2025 bills due to a decrease in fuel charges. Hydropower contributed the most to...
Kashmir accession day: PM Shehbaz calls for global action on Kashmir dispute
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in a statement commemorating Kashmir Accession Day on July 19, emphasized that enduring peace in South Asia hinges on a...
PAF’s JF-17C and C-130 Shine at RIAT 2025 in the UK
LONDON: Pakistan Air Force aircraft earned international acclaim at the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) 2025, one of the most prestigious air shows in the...
PM Shehbaz celebrates $2.1 billion current account surplus, calling It a ‘historic achievement’
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday hailed a major breakthrough in Pakistan’s economic performance, as the country reported a $2.1 billion current account surplus ...
Security forces eliminate four TTP militants in Hangu operation
HANGU: At least four militants affiliated with the outlawed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), referred to by officials as Khawarjis, were neutralized during a joint operation conducted...
Pakistani Seafarers Stranded Without Supplies on Foreign Ship in Mozambique
WEB DESK: Three Pakistani nationals, including the captain of a foreign cargo vessel, have been stranded at Beira Port in Mozambique, facing dire conditions with...
Uncontested Senate Elections in KP Reflect Rare Political Harmony
PESHAWAR: In an unusual display of cross-party cooperation, all 11 Senate seats from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have been filled without a single vote cast, as both...
Trump Mentions Five Jets Downed in Recent India-Pakistan Escalation
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump stated that as many as five fighter jets were shot down during the recent flare-up between India and Pakistan, which...
Pakistan’s Muhammad Asif wins World Masters Snooker championship by defeating Indian rival
WEB DESK: Pakistan’s snooker king, Muhammad Asif, has claimed another world title by defeating his Indian opponent in the IBSF (International Billiards & Snooker Federation)...
Pakistan extends ban on Indian flights through August 23
KARACHI: Pakistan has decided to extend its airspace restrictions on Indian airlines until August 23, maintaining the ban for another month. The Pakistan Civil Aviation...
Prime Minister announces provision of electric rickshaws, loaders to unemployed youth
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced that the government will provide electric rickshaws and loaders to unemployed people to support their employment. A meeting...
Pakistan urges international recognition of BLA aliases, condemns acts of terrorism
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has reiterated its unwavering stance against terrorism in all its forms, emphasizing the importance of global cooperation in combating such threats. In a...
Maryam Nawaz reviews flood management preparations in Punjab
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz visited the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) head office and directed all concerned agencies to remain fully prepared to...
World’s first robot capable of self-replacing Its battery
WEB DESK: In China, the world’s first robot has been developed that can replace its own battery independently. The robot, named Walker S2, has been...
Libyan Military leader meets Field Marshal Asim Munir
RAWALPINDI: Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar, The commander in Chief of the Libyan Armed Forces, visited the General Headquarters and met Chief of Army Staff,...
Actress-model Humaira Asghar chemical examine report surfaces
Karachi: The chemical examine report of actress-model Humaira Asghar has surfaced. Abbtakk news has acquired the chemical exam report. As per the report no intoxicating...
Dollar rate experienced slight decline against Pak rupee
KARACHI: The United States Dollar rate decreased by 10 paisa against Pakistani rupee According to the currency market dealer, the rate of dollar down by...
Diljit Dosanjh, Hania Aamir’s ‘Sardaar Ji 3’ set new record at Pak box office
Web Desk: Diljit Dosanjh, Hania Aamir’s ‘Sardaar Ji 3’ is on a winning streak at the international box office as well as Pakistan box office....
Quetta ATC extends custody of Mahrang Baloch, BYC activists
QUETTA: The Quetta Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) has approved an extension of physical remand for Mahrang Baloch and other activists associated with the Baloch Youth Committee...
Pakistan qualifies for final in Asian Under 16 Volley ball Championship by defeating India in Semi final
Bangkok: Pakistan on Friday qualified for the final of Asian Under 16 Volley ball championship by clinching victory against arch rival India in the semi...
Gold price hikes by Rs.2500 per tola
KARACHI: Gold price increased by Rs.2500 per tola in Pakistan As per All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association, the rate of gold increased by Rs.2500...
Security forces foil infiltration attempt by Khawarij, arrest 5 suspected suicide bombers
Peshawar: Security forces have foiled an infiltration attempt by Khawarij from the Afghan border and arrested five suspected suicide bombers. According to security sources, Khawarij...
Three Karachi residents of same family killed in Kalat terrorists attack buried amidst sighs and sobs
Karachi: Three members of Qawali group belonging to a same family killed in a terrorists atttack two days ago on the bus in Kalat were...
Promotion of EVs to save billions in fuel import cost, boost local industry: PM
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said that encouraging the use of electric vehicles (EVs) will help save billions of dollars in valuable foreign...
CM Sindh distributes chrome books, inaugurates newly constructed NED building in Karachi
Karachi: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on Friday emphasized his government’s dedication to higher education, digital empowerment, and youth development through pioneering initiatives...
PM emphasizes aligning civil service with modern technology
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has emphasized the need for aligning the country’s civil service with modern technology and the standards of public service practiced...
Terrorists open fire on Balochistan Constabulary martyring one officer, injures 3 personnel in Mastung
Mastung: One Balochistan Constabulary officer was martyred and three others suffered injuries on Friday when unidentified people opened fire on their vehicle on National Highway...
PM directs to encourage investment in shipping sector
Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has directed the authorities concerned to chalk out a comprehensive plan to encourage private sector’s investment in Pakistan’s shipping...
At least 10 Palestinians killed in Israel strikes on Gaza since dawn
Gaza: At least 10 Palestinians have been matyred by Israeli fire in Gaza since dawn, medical sources in the territory have told Al Jazeera. Among...
Heavy rains claims 54 lives in Punjab during last 54 hours
Lahore: Heavy rains have killed 54 people in the past 24 hours across Punjab, raising the country’s total monsoon death toll to 178 since the...
PSX record breaking streak continues as it surges past 140,000 mark in morning session
Karachi: The bourse continued its record-breaking rally on Friday,as it crossed 140,000 points mark after surpassing two psychological barriers in the day for the first...
CM Sindh Murad Ali Shah approves Rs.100 million funding for Asia Cup Wheelchair Cricket Event
KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah announced a substantial financial commitment of Rs100 million to support the upcoming Asia Cup Wheelchair Cricket Tournament,...
Coin toss resolves disputed reserved seat as Shahida Waheed of ANP secures victory
ISLAMABAD: In an uncommon procedural move, In an unusual turn of events, a coin toss was used to settle the dispute over a reserved seat...
Pakistan signs landmark railway agreement with Afghanistan, Uzbekistan to boost regional connectivity
KABUL: Pakistan has entered into a groundbreaking trilateral railway agreement with Uzbekistan and Afghanistan, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar announced on Thursday....
Punjab Implements section 144 amid heavy rains and flood warnings
LAHORE: In response to severe monsoon rains and flood threats, the Punjab government announced the enforcement of Section 144 across the entire province on Thursday....
Israeli Strikes Result in 22 Deaths in Gaza, Including Two at Holy Family Church
GAZA: At least 22 individuals have lost their lives in recent Israeli military operations across the Gaza Strip, according to medics and church representatives. Among...
Rangers Personnel Suspended Following Assault on KU Professor Afaaq Ahmed
KARACHI: The Pakistan Rangers, Sindh, sector commander has taken action against personnel involved in an incident of misconduct with Karachi University Professor Dr. Afaaq Ahmed,...
Acting British High Commissioner calls on Federal Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal
Islamabad: The Acting British High Commissioner and Director for Development met with Federal Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal in Islamabad to discuss ongoing UK-supported projects...
Gold price further slashes in Pakistan
KARACHI: The rate of gold down by Rs.900 per tola to Rs.355,100 As per All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association, the rate of gold decreased...
PSX sets new record after crossing 138,00 mark
Karachi: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Thursday set a new record of crossing 1, 38,000 mark while two psychological barriers were also crossed. The benchmark...
DPM reaches Kabul for signing railway pact
KABUL: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has reached kabul on thursday to sign a trilateral railway agreement between Uzbekistan, Afghanistan and Pakistan....
Hafiz Naeem urges establishment to review its attitude for imposing corrupt people on the country
Lahore: Jamat-e-Islami (JI) Chief Hafiz Naeem Ur Rehman has said that Pakistan People’s Party occupied Karachi with the support of the establishment adding if the...
Extraordinarily rare, massive Mars rock piece on earth sells for $4.3m at auction
WEB DESK: An “unbelievably rare” piece of Mars the largest ever found on earth has sold at a New York auction for $4.3 million (£3.2...
Harry Potter actress Emma Watson banned from driving for six months
London: Harry Potter actress Emma Watson has been banned from driving for six months, after she was caught speeding. Watson, who played Hermione Granger in...