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President, PM express grief over killing of Maulana Idrees Tarangzai

Muhammad ibrahimMay 5, 2026May 5, 2026

May 5, 2026May 5, 20260245

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have expressed deep sorrow over the killing of prominent religious scholar Maulana Muhammad Idrees Tarangzai...

Shehbaz Sharif directs urgent action on nationwide hepatitis control

Muhammad ibrahimMay 5, 2026May 5, 2026

May 5, 2026May 5, 20260306

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to fast-track the implementation of the government’s Hepatitis Control Program, stressing the need for comprehensive screening in...

Gold price drops by Rs2100 per tola in Pakistan

Muhammad ibrahimMay 5, 2026May 5, 2026

May 5, 2026May 5, 202602566

KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan witnessed a notable decline, with the rate per tola dropping by Rs2,100 across the country. According to the All Pakistan...

Port city weather likely to remain below 40C

Muhammad ibrahimMay 5, 2026May 5, 2026

May 5, 2026May 5, 20260213

KARACHI: Karachi is expected to experience hot and dry weather over the next 24 hours, though temperatures are likely to remain below 40°C, according to...

Ex-JUI-F lawmaker Muhammad Idrees gunned down in Charsadda

Muhammad ibrahimMay 5, 2026May 5, 2026

May 5, 2026May 5, 20260256

CHARSADDA: Prominent religious scholar and former JUI-F lawmaker Maulana Sheikh Muhammad Idrees was shot dead in a targeted attack in Charsadda on Tuesday, according to...

Pakistan backs UAE, condemns escalating drone, missile attacks

Muhammad ibrahimMay 5, 2026May 5, 2026

May 5, 2026May 5, 20260179

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned the recent missile and drone attacks on civilian sites in the United Arab Emirates, voicing complete solidarity...

Iran-US talks advance as Araghchi credits Pakistan’s ‘Gracious Efforts’

Muhammad ibrahimMay 5, 2026May 5, 2026

May 5, 2026May 5, 20260183

TEHRAN: Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that ongoing discussions with the United States are moving forward, crediting Pakistan for its constructive and “gracious”...

NAB recovers 80 acres of state land worth Rs6bn from Bahria Town

Muhammad ibrahimMay 5, 2026May 5, 2026

May 5, 2026May 5, 20260152

ISLAMABAD: The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Karachi has reported the recovery of 80 acres of state-owned land that had been unlawfully allotted to Bahria Town...

UAE under fire: missiles, drones launched from Iran intercepted

Muhammad ibrahimMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026May 4, 20260170

ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates has reported that its air defence systems are actively responding to incoming missiles and drones launched from Iran. According...

Eight fatalities in Karachi amid drug overdoses, intense heat

Muhammad ibrahimMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026May 4, 20260133

KARACHI: Karachi has seen at least eight deaths linked to suspected drug overdoses and extreme temperatures, rescue officials reported on Monday. Sources said three deaths...

WhatsApp prepares “Liquid Glass” chat interface redesign

Muhammad ibrahimMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026May 4, 20260356

WEB DESK; WhatsApp is set to undergo a significant visual transformation with the introduction of a new “Liquid Glass” design concept aimed at refreshing the...

LHC suspends verdict to award Rs. 5 million Damages to Ali Zafar from Misha Shafi

Muhammad ibrahimMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026May 4, 202606697

LAHORE: The Lahore High Court has put a temporary hold on the order requiring Misha Shafi to pay Rs. 5 million in damages to singer...

Saudi Arabia prohibits children under 15 from performing Hajj this year

Muhammad ibrahimMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026May 4, 20260176

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has announced an immediate restriction on children under the age of 15 from participating in this year’s Hajj pilgrimage, including those from...

Apna Khet Apna Rozgar Scheme 2026: Eligibility and Guidelines

Muhammad ibrahimMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026May 4, 20260231

LAHORE: The Punjab government has introduced the “Apna Khet Apna Rozgar” initiative to provide agricultural land on lease to approximately 50,000 farmers at a highly...

Gold price decrease by Rs.3800 per tola

Muhammad ibrahimMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026May 4, 202602403

KARACHI: The price of gold dropped by Rs.3800 per tola in Pakistan to Rs.479,962 As per detail, prices of gold decreased in the local market...

Punjab CM announces July deadline for launching 27 new convenience markets

Muhammad ibrahimMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026May 4, 20260285

LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has designated July as the target date for the completion of 27 new convenience markets throughout Punjab. She...

Iran says US responds to latest peace proposal amid rising tensions

Muhammad ibrahimMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026May 4, 202602445

WEB DESK: Iran has acknowledged receiving a response from the United States regarding its latest peace proposal, according to state-linked media reports. A spokesperson for...

Iran hit an American warship trying to enter Strait of Hormuz, US military denied Iranian claim

Muhammad ibrahimMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026May 4, 202602363

WEB DESK: US Central Command (Centcom) denies that one of its warships has been struck by two Iranian missiles. In a post on X, Centcom...

Diesel shipment of 80 million litres arrives in Karachi from Kuwait

Muhammad ibrahimMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026May 4, 20260110

KARACHI: Pakistani vessel, Khairpur, has reached Karachi Port carrying around 80 million litres of diesel from Kuwait, offering some reassurance amid worries about fuel supply...

Ishaq Dar, Iran’s Araghchi hold talks on regional peace initiatives

Muhammad ibrahimMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026May 4, 20260157

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi to discuss the current regional...

Solar light poles stolen from media town Karachi

Muhammad ibrahimMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026May 4, 20260173

KARACHI: Residents of Media Town, a residential area for journalists near Hawkes Bay, have reported the theft of two solar-powered streetlight poles that were installed...

Pakistan assists in repatriation of Iranian ship crew handed over by US

Muhammad ibrahimMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026May 4, 202602261

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has facilitated the transfer of 22 crew members from the Iranian container vessel MV Touska, who were handed over by the United States...

Gunfire erupts outside Kapil Sharma’s café in Surrey, no injuries reported

Muhammad ibrahimMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026May 4, 202602040

WEB DESK: Gunfire erupted late Saturday night outside a café in Surrey, close to an eatery owned by comedian Kapil Sharma, raising fresh concerns about...

Zalmi shine bright to capture PSL 11 championship

Muhammad ibrahimMay 3, 2026May 4, 2026

May 3, 2026May 4, 202606816

LAHORE: Peshawar Zalmi emerged victorious in the final of the 11th edition of the Pakistan Super League, defeating Hyderabad Kingsmen in a dominant performance at...

Absar Alam criticizes Mohsin Naqvi over Islamabad evictions, political storm erupts

Muhammad ibrahimMay 3, 2026May 3, 2026

May 3, 2026May 3, 20260451

WEB DESK: A political storm has erupted after senior journalist Absar Alam publicly criticized Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi over a controversial eviction operation at Islamabad’s...

Jemima Goldsmith engaged to Irish Investor Cameron O’Reilly, wedding expected soon: British Newspaper

Muhammad ibrahimMay 3, 2026May 3, 2026

May 3, 2026May 3, 202607211

WEB DESK: Jemima Goldsmith has gotten engaged to Irish-born investor Cameron O’Reilly, and the couple is expected to marry soon. According to a British newspaper,...

Pakistan, UK pledge stronger ties to combat organized crime

Muhammad ibrahimMay 3, 2026May 3, 2026

May 3, 2026May 3, 20260215

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the United Kingdom have agreed to further strengthen cooperation in fight against organized crimes. The consensus has been reached during a meeting...

Rangers seize large cache of illegal weapons in Safoora operation

Muhammad ibrahimMay 3, 2026May 3, 2026

May 3, 2026May 3, 20260163

KARACHI: Pakistan Rangers carried out a targeted operation in the Safoora Chowrangi area, recovering a significant quantity of illegal arms and ammunition, a spokesperson confirmed...

Six-member kidney trafficking gang arrested in Lahore’s Manga Mandi area

Muhammad ibrahimMay 3, 2026May 3, 2026

May 3, 2026May 3, 20260312

LAHORE: Lahore police have detained a six-person group accused of running an illegal organ trade network during a targeted operation in Manga Mandi. Officials said...

PSL final tonight: Zalmi, Kingsmen ready for championship glory

Muhammad ibrahimMay 3, 2026May 3, 2026

May 3, 2026May 3, 202606754

LAHORE: The final of PSL-11 is scheduled for Sunday evening in Lahore, where Peshawar Zalmi will face Hyderabad Kingsmen in a high-stakes title clash. Peshawar...

Special parking plan unveiled for PSL final near liberty park

Muhammad ibrahimMay 3, 2026May 3, 2026

May 3, 2026May 3, 202606742

LAHORE: Authorities have introduced a detailed parking plan around the Liberty Park area ahead of the final of the Pakistan Super League, aiming to manage...

President Zardari reaffirms commitment to press freedom on world press freedom day

Muhammad ibrahimMay 3, 2026May 3, 2026

May 3, 2026May 3, 20260161

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has reiterated Pakistan’s strong commitment to media freedom, describing it as both a constitutional right and a cornerstone of democracy....

Trump warns of possible strikes on Iran amid ongoing tensions

Muhammad ibrahimMay 3, 2026May 3, 2026

May 3, 2026May 3, 20260161

WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated that military action against Iran could resume if Tehran engages in what he described as unacceptable behavior, even...

Pakistan reiterates firm position at UN, warns India against escalation

Muhammad ibrahimMay 3, 2026May 3, 2026

May 3, 2026May 3, 20260192

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has once again voiced its firm stance at the United Nations, cautioning India against taking any aggressive steps under the pretext of the...

Karachi heatwave worsens as ‘Feels Like’ temperature hits 46°C

Muhammad ibrahimMay 3, 2026May 3, 2026

May 3, 2026May 3, 20260229

KARACHI: A severe heatwave has gripped Karachi, with the actual temperature climbing to 40°C while the “feels like” temperature has surged to 46°C, according to...

Grand Hyatt / BNP Lease Case: Key Facts and Legal Status

Muhammad ibrahimMay 3, 2026May 3, 2026

May 3, 2026May 3, 202602461

ISLAMABAD: The controversy surrounding the Grand Hyatt (BNP) project has resurfaced, with fresh enforcement actions highlighting long-standing legal and financial irregularities. The Capital Development Authority...

CDA suspends Land retrieval drive after PM halts skyscraper action

Muhammad ibrahimMay 2, 2026May 3, 2026

May 2, 2026May 3, 20260189

ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has temporarily suspended its operations against informal settlements in Islamabad following widespread criticism over the government’s handling of the...

SSP’s son arrested after clash at DHA checkpoint in Karachi

Muhammad ibrahimMay 2, 2026May 2, 2026

May 2, 2026May 2, 20260277

KARACHI: A routine late-night checkpoint in Karachi’s Defence Housing Authority turned into a major controversy after a confrontation between a young man reportedly the son...

CM Afridi inaugurates Peshawar Ring Road Northern Section

Muhammad ibrahimMay 1, 2026May 1, 2026

May 1, 2026May 1, 20260243

PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi inaugurated the Peshawar Ring Road Northern Section Package One. Under the project, a 2.1-km long missing link...

Man killed in Karachi sheesha café during altercation

Muhammad ibrahimMay 1, 2026May 1, 2026

May 1, 2026May 1, 20260219

KARACHI: A man lost his life in a shooting incident at a sheesha lounge situated in Gulistan-e-Johar, Block 3. According to police sources, the victim...

Punjab implements strict regulations for Kite-Flying in 2027

Muhammad ibrahimMay 1, 2026May 1, 2026

May 1, 2026May 1, 20260185

LAHORE:The Punjab Home Department has introduced comprehensive safety protocols for kite-flying activities scheduled for 2027, emphasizing the importance of public safety. The new rules authorize...

Awais Leghari declares end to power load-shedding

Muhammad ibrahimMay 1, 2026May 1, 2026

May 1, 2026May 1, 20260139

ISLAMABAD: Minister for Power Awais Leghari has officially announced that the power load-shedding across the country has concluded. In a video message, he shared that...

Trump considers military options as Iran war deadline nears

Muhammad ibrahimMay 1, 2026May 1, 2026

May 1, 2026May 1, 202605710

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump is exploring new military strategies amid mounting tensions with Iran, as the deadline for congressional approval on military action approaches. Despite...

President Zardari returns to Pakistan following five-day official visit to China

Muhammad ibrahimMay 1, 2026May 1, 2026

May 1, 2026May 1, 20260160

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has left Sanya to return to Pakistan after concluding a five-day official visit to China. At the airport, he was...

ISPR announces Pakistan security forces eliminate 13 militants in border operations

Muhammad ibrahimMay 1, 2026May 1, 2026

May 1, 2026May 1, 20260202

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan’s security agencies successfully thwarted two infiltration attempts along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, resulting in the death of 13 militants, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR)...

Pakistan, other countries condemn Israeli attack on Global Sumud Flotilla

Muhammad ibrahimMay 1, 2026May 1, 2026

May 1, 2026May 1, 202601864

WEB DESK: The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of twelve countries including Pakistan have condemned in the strongest terms the Israeli assault on the Global Sumud...

Labour day marked nationwide to honour workers’ contributions

Muhammad ibrahimMay 1, 2026May 1, 2026

May 1, 2026May 1, 20260152

WEB DESK: International Labour Day is being observed across Pakistan, as in many parts of the world, to recognise and appreciate the vital role of...

Pakistan secures LNG shipment to ease energy shortfall amid global crisis

Muhammad ibrahimMay 1, 2026May 1, 2026

May 1, 2026May 1, 20260185

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has received a much-needed liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipment, providing timely relief to its strained energy sector amid ongoing global supply challenges. After...

Fuel price hike challenged in Islamabad Federal Court

Muhammad ibrahimMay 1, 2026May 1, 2026

May 1, 2026May 1, 202602088

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

Muhammad ibrahimMay 1, 2026May 1, 2026

May 1, 2026May 1, 20260172

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...

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