Fuel price hike challenged in Islamabad Federal Court
ISLAMABAD: A fresh surge in petroleum prices, including petrol, has been legally challenged in the Federal Constitutional Court. The petition lists the Government of Pakistan...
US official declares Iran ceasefire ‘Ended’ hostilities ahead of war powers deadline
WASHINGTON: A ceasefire between the United States and Iran, initiated in early April, has officially “ended” hostilities between the two nations for the purposes of...
Govt hiked fuel prices from May1,2026
ISLAMABAD: The government of Pakistan has announced a fresh increase in petroleum prices, with the petrol price raised by Rs. 6.51 per litre, according to...
Sindh govt decides to continue petrol subsidy for motorcycle riders
KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has announced that the province will maintain the petrol subsidy for motorcycle owners, providing ongoing relief to low-income...
Punjab launches ‘First-Ever’ mega film city in Lahore
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has unveiled plans for the province’s inaugural 50-acre Punjab Film City in Lahore, a project aimed at boosting local...
Severe heatwave sweeps Karachi, Sindh districts
KARACHI: The city of Karachi is experiencing extreme heat, with temperatures reaching 36°C, resulting in a “feels like” temperature of 44°C on Thursday. Other parts...
Somalia commits to assisting Pakistan in rescue of hijacked tanker crew
MOGADISHU: The Somali government has pledged full cooperation to Pakistan in efforts to rescue and ensure the safe return of crew members abducted from the...
Pakistan,Iran agree to enhance comprehensive cooperation
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Iran have reached a consensus to strengthen collaboration across various sectors. This decision was made during a meeting between Petroleum Minister Ali...
Oil prices drop after reaching four-year highs in global markets
WEB DESK: Following a peak not seen in four years, oil prices have declined in the international market. The surge in prices was initially driven...
President Zardari inaugurates Pakistan Navy’s first hangor class submarine
KARACHI: Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari formally commissioned the first Hangor Class submarine, PNS/M HANGOR, in a ceremony held in Sanya, China, with the presence...
Gold price increased by Rs.4400 per tola
KARACHI: The price of gold surged by Rs.4400 per tola to Rs.483,961 According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Associations, the price of gold...
UAE breaks up international drug trafficking network valued at over Dh3 million
ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates has successfully dismantled a major international drug trafficking syndicate worth over 3.3 million dirhams, arresting 13 individuals following a...
Chinese scientists achieve breakthrough in converting carbon dioxide into Jet fuel
WEB DESK: Chinese scientists have made significant progress in developing a new technology that can convert atmospheric pollutants into aviation fuel. According to Chinese media...
Petroleum ministry moves to halt new gas connections
LAHORE: The Ministry of Petroleum has decided to suspend issuance of new gas connections across the country, according to official sources. The proposed ban would...
US military to present Iran strike options to Trump, Axios reports
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump is set to receive a classified briefing on Thursday outlining possible military options against Iran, according to a report by Axios....
PM says affordable housing remains key government priority
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reiterated that providing low-cost housing is a central focus of the government’s agenda. The statement came during a meeting...
Police deployed amid protest concerns at Islamabad’s Quaid-e-Azam University
ISLAMABAD: Tensions flared at Quaid-i-Azam University on Thursday, prompting authorities to call in police amid fears of student demonstrations. The situation developed after students from...
Likely Eidul Azha 2026 dates in Pakistan announced
ISLAMABAD: The Ruet-e-Hilal Research Council has shared expected dates for Eidul Azha in 2026. Secretary General Khalid Ijaz Mufti stated that the moon of Zilhaj...
New Israeli maps expand restricted military zones across Gaza
JERUSALEM: Recently issued Israeli maps have revealed a significant expansion of restricted military areas in Gaza Strip, placing thousands of displaced Palestinians within zones where...
War would backfire if US resumes conflict, warns Mohsen Rezaei
TEHRAN: Iranian official Mohsen Rezaei has cautioned that any renewed conflict initiated by the United States would have severe consequences for its forces. Speaking about...
Universities asked to provide volunteers for PM’s petrol relief initiative
ISLAMABAD: Higher education institutions have been requested to nominate students to support the rollout of the Prime Minister’s Petrol Relief Project, helping citizens and petrol...
Pakistan to push dialogue, maintain US-Iran contacts: FO
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting peace through dialogue, maintaining active diplomatic engagement with key global and regional partners, including the United States...
Oil prices hikes as US-Iran war deadlock keeps supply off market
WEB DESK: Oil prices continued to climb on Thursday as markets grew increasingly concerned that crude supplies from the Middle East will stay restricted due...
PSL 11: Hyderabad eliminates Multan Sultan, advances to final
LAHORE: In the first eliminator of Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11, Multan Sultan set a target of 160 runs for Hyderabad Kings to win. The...
Deepak Perwani robbed thrice in 3 months, warns of rising Karachi crime
KARACHI: Renowned designer Deepak Perwani has raised concerns over the surge in crime across Karachi after revealing he has been targeted three times in the...
NEPRA eliminates licensing fee for solar consumers up to 25kw
ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) announced on Tuesday that it has eliminated the requirement for a license and the Rs1,000 per kW...
WSJ reports Trump plans extended blockade of Iran
WASHINGTON: According to the Wall Street Journal, President Donald Trump has instructed U.S. security officials to prepare for an extended naval blockade of Iran’s ports,...
NAB chief announces abolition of file system in new real estate reforms
KARACHI: Lt Gen (retd) Nazir Ahmed, Chairman of the National Accountability Bureau, revealed that within two months, new reforms will overhaul Pakistan’s real estate regulatory...
Punjab CM orders restoration of Minar-e-Pakistan digital Museum
LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab maryam Nawaz Sharif instructed the Parks and Horticulture Authority to undertake restoration work on the digital history Museum at Minar-e-Pakistan. Punjab...
Acting President okays transfers of 3 IHC Judges
ISLAMABAD: Acting President Yousaf Raza Gilani has given the go-ahead for the reassignment of three judges from the Islamabad High Court. The Ministry of Law...
Attaullah Tarar extends support to unemployed MBA graduate from Sindh
ISLAMABAD: On Wednesday, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar met with Azhar Memon, a highly educated young man from Sindh who is currently...
Interpol issues red notices for Malik Riaz and his Son
ISLAMABAD: The Chairman of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB), Lt General (Retired) Nazir Ahmed, announced on Wednesday that Interpol has issued Red Notices against property...
Pakistan actively engaged in diplomatic efforts for US-Iran peace: PM
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that Pakistan is actively working through diplomatic channels to foster peace between the United States and Iran. He made...
PM Shehbaz Sharif to unveil “Apna Ghar” housing loan scheme
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to introduce a new housing finance initiative under the “Apna Ghar Program” on Wednesday. According to official details,...
PSL Qualifier: Islamabad United wins toss, elects to field against Peshawar Zalmi
KARACHI: In the PSL Season 11 qualifier, Islamabad United won the toss against Peshawar Zalmi and chose to bowl first. During the match held in...
TTAP denounces IHC Judges’ transfer, labels it an assault on Judicial Autonomy
ISLAMABAD: The Tehreek Tahafuz Ayeen-i-Pakistan (TTAP) has vehemently criticized the recent reassignment of judges from the Islamabad High Court, asserting that it poses a significant...
Pakistan raises concerns over Strait of Hormuz closure
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has voiced its worries regarding the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz. These concerns were articulated by Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the...
UAE Withdraws from OPEC, OPEC+
DUBAI: The United Arab Emirates announced its departure from OPEC and OPEC+, marking a significant blow to the longstanding oil cartel. The decision by the...
Pak Army successfully tests indigenous Fateh-II missile system
WEB DESK: The Army Rocket Force Command successfully carried out a training launch of the domestically developed Fateh-II Missile System, which features cutting-edge avionics and...
Canton fair robotics exhibit gains attention after assisting woman to walk
HANGZHOU: A woman from Argentina with a mobility impairment captured widespread attention at the Canton Fair in Guangzhou after a video showed her standing with...
Fort Abbas’s Nawaz Sharif and Shehbaz Sharif named in cryptocurrency fraud case
ISLAMABAD: The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has filed a case against two brothers, Nawaz Sharif and Shehbaz Sharif, over their alleged involvement in...
Pakistan Army targets Afghan positions in Chaman after border clashes
CHAMAN: The Pakistan Army carried out retaliatory strikes in the Chaman sector on Tuesday, destroying multiple Afghan Talban positions in response to cross-border firing. Officials...
Gold, Silver prices drop in Pakistan amid global market shifts
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan registered a significant decline on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, reflecting downward trends in the international bullion market influenced by ongoing...
Punjab Assembly Approves Bill Prohibiting Marriage Under 18
LAHORE: The Punjab Assembly has passed new legislation aimed at eliminating child marriage, setting 18 as the minimum legal age for both men and women...
Heatwave warning issued for Sindh as temperatures rise
KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department has warned of an upcoming spell of extreme heat across Sindh, with several regions expected to experience heatwave-like conditions in...
Veteran Indian Actor Bharat Kapoor passes away at 80
MUMBAI: Renowned Indian film actor Bharat Kapoor has passed away at the age of 80. Fellow actor Avtar Gill confirmed his death, stating that Kapoor...
Iran says US can no longer ‘Impose’ policies on other nations
TEHRAN: Iran declared on Tuesday that the United States no longer holds the power to enforce its policies on other nations, as Washington reviews a...
Traffic plan announced for PSL 11 playoff in Karachi
KARACHI: Authorities have rolled out a detailed traffic management plan ahead of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11 playoff match between Peshawar Zalmi and...
Death toll climbs to 14 after train collision near Jakarta
JAKARTA: Authorities in Indonesia have confirmed that at least 14 people were killed and 84 others injured following a train collision near Jakarta. Rescue teams...
PIMS administers fourth eye treatment dose to Imran Khan
ISLAMABAD: Imran Khan has received his fourth intravitreal eye injection at Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), where doctors reported signs of improvement in his...