Atif Aslam’s worldwide popularity receives a major boost on spotify
WEB DESK: Ahead of the release of his highly anticipated fourth album, *Subah Aye Na*, Pakistani singer Atif Aslam’s two-decade-long music career has been highlighted...
EU slaps $1 billion fine on Google for anti-competitive practices
WEB DESK: The European Union has levied a substantial fine on Google, accusing the tech giant of abusing its dominant position in the search engine...
Child siblings drown in pond in Sindh
KARACHI: A tragic accident occurred in Sindh’s Shikarpur district when a young brother and sister drowned in a pond in the Thari Mirwah area on...
Pakistan women beat Sri Lanka by five wickets to take 1-0 ODI series lead
WEB DESK: Pakistan’s women’s cricket team made a winning start to the three-match ODI series by defeating Sri Lanka by five wickets in the opening...
Gold prices fall by Rs1,800 per tola in Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold prices continued their downward trend in Pakistan on Thursday, with the value of 24-karat gold dropping by Rs1,800 per tola to Rs435,636, according...
Shehbaz urges population planning to support economic growth
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has stressed the importance of integrating population management with Pakistan’s long-term development agenda, economic progress, and human capital enhancement, urging...
Sessions judge, security guard killed in Mastung ambush; additional judge wounded
MASTUNG: A sessions judge and his police security guard were killed, while an additional sessions judge sustained serious injuries after unidentified gunmen opened fire on...
PDMA warns of rain, thunderstorms across Sindh until July 25
KARACHI: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Sindh has issued a weather advisory warning of rain and thunderstorms across several parts of the province from...
Dar urges ASEAN support for resolving Kashmir, warns regional crises threaten global stability
WEB DESK: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Thursday urged the international community and the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) to play a...
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia pledge joint efforts for regional peace after Houthi attacks
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have pledged to strengthen coordination to promote regional peace, security, and the safe passage of commercial shipping through the Red...
Petrol, Diesel prices increased again under daily pricing system
ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has announced another increase in petroleum prices, raising the cost of both petrol and high-speed diesel under...
Pakistan, EU reassert commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the European Union have reiterated their dedication to deepening collaboration under the Pakistan-EU Strategic Engagement Plan. This reaffirmation was made during a...
Heavy rains in Occupied Kashmir lead to water release into Pakistan, raising flood concerns
ISLAMABAD: In the aftermath of heavy rainfall in occupied Kashmir, India has discharged a substantial volume of floodwaters downstream towards Pakistan. Following intense showers, Indian...
S&P Global ratings raises Pakistan’s sovereign credit rating to ‘B’
WEB DESK: In a positive development, S&P Global Ratings has upgraded Pakistan’s long-term sovereign credit rating from ‘B-’ to ‘B’, citing improvements in the country’s...
Govt’s assurance to resolve Petrol Pump association issues leads to Call-Off of strike
ISLAMABAD: The Petrol Pumps Owners Association and the Dealers Association have announced the postponement of their planned strike scheduled for tomorrow. In an official statement,...
Bilawal accuses PML-N of plotting to make Nawaz AJK premier; PPP leader slams development claims
MIRPUR: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Wednesday alleged that the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) is pushing for constitutional changes to appoint Nawaz...
Nation unites with security forces in the fight against terrorism: President, Prime Minister
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have expressed their appreciation for the security agencies’ efforts in combating terrorism, highlighting the elimination...
Anniqa Meraj gears up for Pakistan’s historic first appearance at miss world
WEB DESK: At only 24 years old, Anniqa Meraj has been crowned Miss World Pakistan 2026 and will be making history as Pakistan’s first-ever contestant...
PM Shehbaz Sharif opens Indus RAS Expo 2026, highlights Pakistan’s tech ambitions
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif officially launched the Indus Robotics and Autonomous Systems Expo 2026 during an opening ceremony in Islamabad. In his address, he...
Petroleum Association Delegation to meet with govt today amid strike threat
ISLAMABAD: A key meeting is scheduled for Wednesday evening between representatives of the Petrol Pumps Association and the Petroleum Ministry, as oil dealers prepare for...
Punjab launches free livestock program to support rural women
LAHORE: The Punjab government has introduced a new initiative aimed at empowering rural women economically through a free livestock scheme. Under the directive of Chief...
Karachi: HIV cases among children at Valika Hospital rise to 94
KARACHI: Sixteen additional children have been diagnosed with HIV at the Sindh Employees Social Security Institution (SESSI)-run Kulsoom Bai Valika Hospital, raising the total number...
10 Militants killed, two female suicide bombers captured in Balochistan intelligence operations
ISLAMABAD: Security forces have killed 10 militants and apprehended two female suicide bombers during separate intelligence-based operations (IBOs) conducted in Balochistan’s Mastung and Surab districts...
Pakistan denounces Houthi threats to Saudi Arabia, red Sea maritime traffic
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Wednesday condemned the Houthi movement’s continued threats against Saudi Arabia and commercial vessels operating in the Red Sea, describing them as a...
Ishaq Dar reaches Philippines for ASEAN regional forum ministerial meeting
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in the Philippines on Thursday to participate in the 33rd ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Ministerial...
Islamabad court dismisses PTI petition, clears PM Shehbaz, other senior officials
ISLAMABAD: A district and sessions court in Islamabad has dismissed a petition filed by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) concerning the alleged deaths and injuries during the...
APPPOA announced strike across the country
KARACHI: All Pakistan Petrol Pump Owners Associations (APPPOA) has announced an indefinite countrywide strike. As per the statement by APPPOA , talks regarding daily petroleum...
Field Marshal meets Iranian Interior Minister, praises Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to reduce regional Tensions and Diplomatic Role
RAWALPINDI: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir met with Iran’s Interior Minister, Iskandar Momeni, at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi. The two leaders discussed regional...
Brother detains sister in Chains for 15 years in Khanpur
KHANPUR: In a shocking case from Khanpur, Punjab, a man kept his sister chained for over 15 years solely to assert control over a family...
Maryam Nawaz criticizes PPP without naming, announced various mega project for AJK
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz targeted the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) during a rally in Muzaffarabad, without explicitly naming them. She questioned how those...
President Zardari congratulates Belgian leadership on National Day
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has sent his warm wishes to King Philippe of Belgium, as well as the Belgian government and people, on the...
PM Shehbaz calls for Gulf Calm, Affirms Pakistan’s mediator role
ISLAMABAD: : Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday expressed serious concern over recent tensions in the Gulf region and called on Iran and the United...
Countless job opportunities with the UN, Its affiliates now open to applicants
ISLAMABAD: Securing a position within the United Nations and its affiliated agencies has become more accessible than ever before. With thousands of vacancies across diverse...
Nadra employee goes missing after leaving office in Karachi; Family calls for immediate action
KARACHI: Fayyaz Ahmed, an official with the National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) and son of prominent journalist Sohail Sangi, has gone missing, according to...
Nawaz Sharif expresses desire to lead Azad Kashmir, Says he would ask Shahbaz Sharif to appoint him as Prime Minister if elected
MUZAFFARABAD: In a rally held in Muzaffarabad, senior PML-N leader Nawaz Sharif revealed his aspirations to serve as the Prime Minister of Azad Kashmir. Addressing...
Reko Diq Mining Company hosts workshop to boost local supplier capabilities
WEB DESK: Reko Diq Mining Company has successfully conducted its inaugural Vendor Capacity Enhancement Program, aiming to empower local businesses, especially in Chagai district, Balochistan....
Gold price increases by Rs.4700 per tola
KARACHI: The rate of gold surged by Rs.4700 per tola to Rs.429,230 According to the All Pakistan Gems and jewellers Associations, the price of gold...
Saudi Arabia introduces multi-entry umrah visa valid for one year
RIYADH: In a move to enhance the pilgrim experience, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced the launch of a new multiple-entry Umrah...
Iranian Interior Minister visits Pakistan monument during Islamabad tour
ISLAMABAD: Iran’s Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni visited the Pakistan Monument in Islamabad on Tuesday as part of his official engagements in the capital. He was...
PM Shehbaz reiterates centre’s commitment to Gilgit-Baltistan’s progress
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed the federal government’s resolve to support the newly elected Gilgit-Baltistan administration in advancing the region’s development and improving...
Indian court sentences 44 Somali Pirates to life in prison
WEB DESK: An Indian court has handed life sentences to 44 Somali nationals after convicting them in two piracy cases involving the hijacking of commercial...
Gul Plaza fire case: Court extends interim bail of tanveer pasta, co-accused
KARACHI: An Additional District and Sessions Court has extended the interim bail of Tanveer Pasta and other accused in the Gul Plaza fire case. The...
LESCO launches probe into Rs684 million pension fund irregularity
LAHORE: The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has initiated an investigation after alleged financial irregularities involving its pension funds reportedly caused a loss of Rs684...
Heavy rains, flash floods kill 12 in KP as NDMA warns of more downpours
ISLAMABAD: Torrential rains and flash floods continued to batter parts of Pakistan on Tuesday, leaving at least 12 people dead and 15 injured in Khyber...
Petrol price cut slightly, diesel becomes costlier in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has revised petroleum prices for July 21, 2026, lowering the price of petrol by Re0.35 per litre...
Petroleum Minister calls meeting with Petrol Pump Owners over daily fuel pricing
ISLAMABAD: The federal petroleum minister has invited representatives of the Pakistan Petrol Pump Owners Association for discussions on the proposed daily adjustment of petroleum prices,...
AJK to hold legislative elections in three phases starting July 27
MUZAFFARABAD: Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) will conduct its Legislative Assembly elections in three phases, Chief Election Commissioner Ghulam Mustafa Mughal announced on Tuesday, replacing...
Tensions soar as US, Iran exchange fire for 10th straight night
WEB DESK: The United States and Iran traded military strikes for a tenth consecutive night on Tuesday, underscoring the growing intensity of their confrontation and...
Govt announces sharp increase in petroleum prices nationwide
ISLAMABAD: The government has officially declared an increase in the prices of petroleum products. According to the issued notification, the price of diesel has been...
Iran labels ongoing conflict with US as a “Full-Scale War”
TEHRAN: Iran’s President announced on Monday that the country is currently embroiled in a “full-scale war” with the United States, amidst escalating tensions and military...