US State Department clarifies visa policy review timeline
WASHINGTON: US State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce clarified on Friday that “the deadline is not today” when asked about the extension of the visa policy...
Federal cabinet approves huge salary uptick for ministers, advisers,
Islamabad: The federal cabinet has approved a summary to increase the salaries of federal ministers, ministers of state, and advisers. The monthly salary for federal...
Trinasolar adds in Pakistan as solar distributor amid soaring demand
Lahore: Trinasolar, a global leader in smart PV and energy storage solutions, has reinforced its commitment to Pakistan’s renewable energy sector by signing Memorandums of...
Israeli SC suspended Prime Minister Netanyahu’s order to dismiss Ronen Bar
WEB DESK: Israeli Supreme Court has suspended Prime Minister Netanyahu’s order to dismiss Ronen Bar, the head of the internal security agency. According to media,...
Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan-Hosted Tournament Sets Record-Breaking Viewership in India
WEB DESK: The Champions Trophy 2025, hosted by Pakistan, has shattered multiple viewership records in India, becoming the highest-rated multi-nation cricket tournament in the country’s...
“Alia is not my first wife,” Ranbir’s revelation leaves fans shocked
WEB DESK: Bollywood’s chocolate hero Ranbir Kapoor made an intriguing revelation, saying that actress Alia Bhatt is not his first wife, as he considers his...
NAB seals Malik Riaz’s property in Bahria Town
RAWALPINDI: The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Rawalpindi sealed property owned by Malik Riaz in Bahria Town Phase 7 following the directives of an accountability court....
President reduces prisoner’s sentence by 180 days on Pakistan day
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has granted a 180-day reduction in the sentences of eligible prisoners on the occasion of Pakistan Day and Eidul Fitr....
PPP announces protest against new canals project starting March 25
KARACHI: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) has announced a protest campaign against the controversial six-canal project starting March 25 Addressing a press conference in Karachi alongside...
PSARB granted NOC to Elon Musk’s Starlink
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Space Activities Regulatory Board (PSARB) has granted temporary No Objection Certificate (NOC) to Starlink, after receiving No Objection Certificate (NOC), Elon Musk’s...
Israeli Army destroys Gaza’s cancer hospital
GAZA: The Israeli army has destroyed Gaza’s cancer hospital. According to Arab media, the Turkish-Palestinian Friendship Hospital was located near the Salah al-Din Street in...
PM offers Friday prayer at Masjid-e-Nabawi (SAWW)
MADINA: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Friday offered Jumma prayer at the Masjid e Nabvi. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif offered Friday prayers at...
Gold price down by Rs.2000 per tola
KARACHI: The price of gold decreased by Rs.2000 per tola in Pakistan According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewelers Association, the price of gold...
Ousted PM Sheikh Hasina’s party safe from ban, confirms Bangladesh government
DHAKA: Bangladesh’s interim government says it has no plans to ban the political party of ousted premier Sheikh Hasina, putting it at odds with the...
Pakistan defeated New Zealand in third T20
WEB DESK: In the third T20 match, Pakistan achieved victory by setting a mountain-like target of 205 runs, thanks to Hassan Nawaz’s brilliant century. In...
India’s highest-paid actress earns 30 crore per film, beats Deepika, Alia and Kareena
WEB DESK: Highest-paid actress in India has just signed a 30 crore deal, surpassing the likes of Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor, and Nayanthara....
New Zealand sets a target of 205 runs for Pakistan in third T20
WEB DESK: In the third T20 match, New Zealand set a target of 205 runs for Pakistan to chase. The match, taking place in Auckland,...
Pakistan set to receive $1.2 Billion Saudi oil facility, disbursement kicks off this month
WEB DESK: Pakistan is poised to benefit from a $1.2 billion oil financing facility from Saudi Arabia, with monthly disbursements of $100 million set to...
Gohar and Asif exchange smiles in Parliament
ISLAMABAD: In the corridors of Parliament, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali met with Defense Minister Khawaja Asif. The atmosphere was surprisingly light-hearted as the two...
Zartaj Gul’s pre-arrest bail extended, Raja Basharat granted bail in 26 November protest case
ISLAMABAD: The Anti-Terrorism Court in Islamabad has extended the pre-arrest bail of PTI MNA Zartaj Gul in the case related to the protest on November...
Pakistan celebrates National Day with grand reception at New Delhi High Commission
NEW DELHI: The High Commission of Pakistan in New Delhi celebrated Pakistan’s National Day with a reception honoring the historic Lahore Resolution. The event showcased...
TRUMP signs to close DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
WASHINGTON: Flanked by students and educators, U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order intended to essentially dismantle the federal Department of Education,...
PM praises security forces and honors Martyr Captain Hasnain Akhtar
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has praised the courage and tactical skill of Pakistan’s Security Forces following their successful operation against terrorists in Dera Ismail...
Security forces eliminate 10 terrorists in DI Khan, Captain Martyred
RAWALPINDI: Security forces carried out an operation in Dera Ismail Khan, during which 10 terrorists were eliminated. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) of...
Pakistan IT services flourishing abroad as country earned US $2.177 billion in current fiscal year
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Information Technology (IT) services in various countries are flourishing as the country earned US $2.177 billion by exporting different countries during the first...
Indian man buys world’s most expensive dog
Bengaluru: A man from Bengaluru has purchased the world’s most expensive dog, a rare “wolfdog” named Cadaboms Okami, for 50 crore. The eight-month-old dog, born...
BCCI rewards its CT 2025 winning team INR 580 million
New Delhi: The Indian cricket board (BCCI) has awarded its team, which claimed the Champions Trophy 2025 title earlier this month, a $6.72 million, 58...
Talal dismisses claims of ongoing military operation, clarifying no such action underway
Islamabad: Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry on Thursday, today, dismissed claims of an ongoing military operation, clarifying that no such action is underway...
Syed Mustafa Kamal commends Bill Gates’ polio eradication support
ISLAMABAD: Minister for Health, Syed Mustafa Kamal on Thursday, today, praised Bill Gates and his team for their vital role in supporting polio eradication efforts...
PM expresses happiness as PSX surpasses 1,19,000 points for first time in its history
Jeddah: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has expressed satisfaction regarding the Pakistan Stock Exchange surpassing the 1,19,000 points mark for the first time in its...
Rupee depreciates against dollar by 02 paisa
Karachi:The Rupee on Thursday,today, depreciated by 02 paisa against the US Dollar in the inter-bank market trading and closed at Rs 280.22. However, according to...
Bullish trend continues at PSX as 100 Index gains 795 points
Karachi:The 100-Index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Thursday, today, continued with bullish trend, gained 795.74 points while closed at 118,769.77 points. A total...
Gold prices uptick by Rs 1800 per tola
Karachi:The price of 24 karat per tola gold increased by Rs.1,800 and was traded at Rs.320,800 on Thursday,today , All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewelers...
Google celebrates Persian New Year with Special Doodle
WEB DESK: Google celebrated the arrival of spring with a special Doodle honoring Nowruz, the Persian New Year, on March 20, 2025. This year’s festivities...
Pakistan’s missile and defense capabilities are meant for national security and deterrence, Shafqat Ali Khan
ISLAMABAD: Shafqat Ali Khan reiterated that, Pakistan’s missile and defense capabilities are designed primarily for national security and deterrence. He highlighted the strength and resilience...
Ceasefire agreement reached between Ukraine and Russia to end ongoing conflict
WEB DESK: Temporary ceasefire has been established for 30 days. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed the agreement, which follows extensive diplomatic discussions with U.S. President...
Bushra Bibi’s bail extended until May 05 in 26 November protest case
ISLAMABAD: Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Islamabad has extended the bail of Bushra Bibi until May 05. The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Islamabad has granted an...
15 Bangladeshi men detained in Malaysia for team fraud
KUALA LUMPUR: A group of 15 Bangladeshi men, who claimed to be members of a cricket team, was apprehended at Kuala Lumpur International Airport and...
ICC releases T20 rankings update
DUBAI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released the T20 players ranking. In the updated ICC T20 batters ranking, Australian star Travis Head has retained...
KSE-100 index rises over 1,000 points, crosses 119,000 threshold
KARACHI: Fourth day of the week in stock market has made a bullish trend, 100 index crosses over 119,000 points. The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX)...
PM sends warm Nowruz wishes to Pakistan and Celebrants Worldwide
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has conveyed warm wishes to those celebrating Nowruz, both in Pakistan and globally. In a heartfelt message celebrating Nowruz...
No operations permitted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ali Amin Gandapur
PESHAWAR: Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ali Amin Gandapur, has emphasized that there will be no operations permitted in the province under any circumstances. In...
Israeli airstrikes claim over 70 lives in predawn attacks on Gaza
WEB DESK: The latest violence in Gaza has reportedly raised the death toll to at least 436 Palestinians, including 183 children, following Israel’s resumption of...
Trump sets two-month timeframe for new Iran Nuclear Deal
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump reportedly sent a letter to Iran setting a two-month timeframe for negotiating a new nuclear agreement. It’s still uncertain whether...
US state Department Spokesperson sidesteps inquiry regarding Imran Khan
WASHINGTON: U.S. declined to address questions regarding the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf. U.S. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce declined to address questions regarding the founder...
PM Shehbaz meets Saudi Crown Prince to discuss ties
RIYADH: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah on Wednesday to discuss a range of issues of...
Condolences pour in on death of JUI-F leader Hafiz Hussain Ahmed
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Chief of Jamiat Ulama-e-Islam Fazal (JUI-F) Mualana Fazal Ur Rehman, ex-senate Chairman Saddiq Sanjrani have expressed sorrow and condolence on...
JUI-F leader Hafiz Hussain Ahmed passes away in Quetta
Quetta: Ex-leader, senator and renowned politician of Jamiat Ulama-e-Islam Hafiz Hussain Ahmed passed away in Quetta tonight, the family sources confirmed. The family sources said...
Israel attacks UN headquarters, resumes ground operations in Gaza, as airstrikes martyrs 20
Tel Aviv/ Gaza: The Israeli military said on Wednesday its forces have resumed ground operations in the central and southern Gaza Strip, as a second...
Govt to announce Rs 8 per unit electricity price cut likely on March 23
Islamabad: Government is set to announce an electricity tariff reduction of Rs8 per unit. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expected to make the official announcement on...