Somalia advances negotiations with Pakistan over 24 JF-17 thunder jets
WEB DESK: Somalia has moved closer to finalizing a major defense agreement with Pakistan for the acquisition of up to 24 JF-17 Thunder fighter aircraft,...
Punjab steps up crackdown on illegal Afghan nationals, 16 arrested
ISLAMABAD: Authorities have intensified search-and-comb operations across Islamabad and several cities in Punjab as part of an ongoing campaign against illegally residing Afghan nationals. Joint...
Pakistan, 13 Nations denounce US envoy’s remarks backing Israeli territorial expansion
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan joined 13 other countries in condemning remarks made by US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, after he appeared to endorse the idea of...
Veteran poet Syed Salman Gilani passes away at 74
LAHORE: Naat reciter and religious speaker Syed Salman Gilani died on Saturday at the age of 74 after battling prolonged health complications, his family confirmed....
Pakistan launches targeted strikes on militant camps along Afghan border
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has conducted intelligence-based, precision airstrikes on seven militant camps along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, targeting hideouts linked to Fitna al-Khawarij (FAK), its affiliates, and...
Global poll finds majority across 58 nations hold negative view of Netanyahu
WEB DESK: A recent international survey conducted by Gallup International Association shows that a majority of respondents in 58 countries have an unfavorable opinion of...
Sindh govt plans expansion of Bus fleet to strengthen Karachi’s transport system
KARACHI: In a move aimed at easing commuting challenges in the metropolis, the Sindh government has decided to add more buses to Karachi’s public transport...
SHC directs end to tanker system, orders pipeline water supply in Karachi
KARACHI: The Constitutional Bench of the Sindh High Court (SHC) on Saturday emphasized that Karachi’s reliance on water tankers must come to an end, directing...
SC rules blocking CNIC to enforce court decree Is unlawful
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has set aside a ruling of the Sindh High Court that had ordered the blocking of a citizen’s Computerised...
Pakistan reiterates oppose to expansion of permanent seats in UN security council
WEB DESK: Pakistan has once again rejected proposals to expand the category of permanent members in the UN Security Council (UNSC), warning that such a...
Two soldiers, including Lt Col, martyred in Bannu operation: ISPR
BANNU: Pakistan’s security forces killed five militants during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Bannu District, while two personnel including a lieutenant colonel were martyred after...
Syed Peer Muhammad Shah reappointed as DIG traffic Karachi
KARACHI: Just weeks after being transferred, Syed Peer Muhammad Shah has been reinstated as Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Traffic Karachi, according to a notification issued...
Trump slams Supreme Court, announces fresh 10% global tariff
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump reacted angrily after the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that he does not have unilateral authority to impose...
Pak vs NZ: weather outlook ahead of T20 World Cup Super 8 showdown
COLOMBO: Cricket fans are gearing up for an electrifying T20 World Cup Super Eight contest between Pakistan and New Zealand, scheduled for 6:30pm at the...
U.S. Supreme Court Invalidates President Trump’s Tariff Measures
WASHINGTON: The U.S. Supreme Court has declared President Donald Trump’s tariff measures unconstitutional. According to reports, the Supreme Court on Friday ruled to overturn President...
ATC approves bail to 30 JI workers in Karachi
KARACHI: An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Karachi has approved bail for 30 Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) members, each on surety bonds of Rs30,000. The bail applications were...
5.6 magnitude earthquake jolts Islamabad, KP
iSLAMABAD: A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck parts of northern Pakistan on Friday, with tremors felt in the federal capital and several districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, officials...
Justice (Retd) Ghulam Mustafa Mughal takes oath as AJK Chief Election Commissioner
MUZAFFARABAD: Justice (Retired) Ghulam Mustafa Mughal officially took charge as the new Chief Election Commissioner of Azad Jammu and Kashmir during a formal swearing-in ceremony...
Shehbaz affirms Pakistan to collaborate with Board of Peace on Gaza initiative
WASHINGTON: Pakistan and the United States have committed to strengthening their bilateral trade, economic ties, and cooperation in counter-terrorism efforts. This understanding was reached during...
PTI leadership rejects ‘Release Force’ proposal for Imran Khan
ISLAMABAD: The senior leadership of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) along with the Leader of the Opposition have collectively dismissed the idea of establishing a “release force”...
Pakistan’s poverty rate rises by 7% over seven years amid inflation, flood disasters
ISLAMABAD: After a hiatus of seven years, the Ministry of Planning has unveiled a new poverty assessment, revealing a concerning escalation in poverty across Pakistan....
President Zardari to address Parliament on March 2
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to summon a joint sitting of Parliament on March 2 to formally inaugurate the new parliamentary year. According to...
Young cricketer from KP captivates online audience with Steyn-Inspired pace
WEB DESK: An eight-year-old girl from Pakistan’s northwestern region has taken social media by storm after a video of her fiery bowling action went viral,...
US acknowledges pakistan diplomatic engagement in efforts stabilising Middle East
WEBDESK: The United States has acknowledged Pakistan for its diplomatic engagement in efforts aimed at stabilising the Middle East, as senior leaders from both sides...
Bajaur suicide attacker identified as Afghan national linked to Taliban special forces
ISLAMABAD: The suicide bomber who targeted the Malangi check post in Bajaur has been identified as an Afghan citizen with alleged ties to the Afghan...
Trump claims allies have donated over $7 billion for Gaza relief efforts
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that several U.S. allies have collectively pledged over $7 billion to support humanitarian relief in Gaza. During the...
Pakistan, US collaborate on strategic Initiative for Roosevelt hotel redevelopment
KARACHI: Pakistan has entered into an agreement with the United States to collaboratively redevelop the historic Roosevelt Hotel in New York, ARY News reported. A...
ECC approves Rs19 Billion allocation for PM’s Ramadan relief program
ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) has sanctioned the release of Rs19 billion to support Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s Ramadan relief initiative. According to a...
PSL 11: Hyderabad Kings acquire australian star Glenn Maxwell
HYDERABAD: Australia’s renowned cricketer Glenn Maxwell has officially joined the Pakistan Super League, as Hyderabad Kings secured his services for the upcoming season. The dynamic...
Sindh govt makes training mandatory for obtaining driving license
KARACHI: In a significant move aimed at enhancing road safety and boosting economic growth, the Sindh government has mandated pre-licensing driving training for all aspiring...
Pakistan lodges strong demarche with Taliban regime over deadly terror attack in Bajaur
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has officially lodged a strong diplomatic protest with the Taliban regime in Afghanistan over a recent deadly terrorist assault in the Bajaur district...
PM Shehbaz arrives in Washington for Gaza peace board summit
WASHINGTON: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reached the United States for a three-day official visit to take part in the inaugural meeting of the Gaza...
US military prepared for potential Iran strike as Tehran, Moscow plan naval drills
The United States military could be positioned to launch strikes against Iran as early as this weekend, according to a CNN report citing sources familiar...
Karachi cylinder blast claim 15 lives, 14 injured
KARACHI: At least 15 people lost their lives and 14 others were injured after a gas cylinder explosion triggered a roof collapse in Karachi’s Rana...
Dar meets regional counterparts in New York, focuses on Palestine crisis
NEW YORK: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, met with senior diplomats from Syria, Indonesia, and Egypt during the high-level session of...
Most-wanted militant linked to fitna al-Khawarij arrested in Karachi operation
KARACHI: In a major breakthrough, the Sindh Rangers have apprehended a “highly wanted” militant during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Gulistan-e-Johar area of the...
President Zardari pays condolences at Manzoor Wattoo’s residence
LAHORE: President Asif Ali Zardari visited the residence of the late Mian Manzoor Ahmed Wattoo, a former Punjab Chief Minister, to extend his sympathies and...
Female passenger from Doha detained at Islamabad airport with 4.48kg of cocaine
ISLAMABAD: The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF), working in collaboration with Qatari authorities, intercepted and seized 4.48 kilograms of cocaine at Islamabad International Airport, resulting in the...
Iran-U.S. talks conclude without breakthrough
WEB DESK: According to Axios, the United States may be edging closer to a significant military confrontation with Iran than previously understood. The report warns...
Investigation into Gul Plaza Fire: Rescue, officials testify before judicial commission
KARACHI: During a hearing of the Gul Plaza fire judicial commission, led by Sindh High Court Justice Agha Faisal, various officials including fire brigade personnel,...
PTI, TTAP conclude sit-In at Islamabad’s red zone
PESHAWAR: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and the Tehreek-e-Tahafuz-e-Ayeen-e-Pakistan (TTAP), a coalition of opposition parties, announced on Wednesday that they have ended their sit-in protest in...
Ramadan crescent sighted: First fast in Pakistan to be observed tomorrow
PESHAWAR: The central Moon sighting committee is currently holding its meeting in Peshawar to determine the sighting of the Ramadan moon. The session is being...
DPM Ishaq Dar to join UN security council briefing on Palestine
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar is scheduled to travel to New York to participate in a United Nations Security...
PM Shehbaz Embarks for Washington to Attend Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ Summit on Gaza
ISLAMABAD: Sources indicate that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has left for the United States to participate in the inaugural global summit of the Board of...
Punjab Govt withdraws all SC appeals against Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi’s Bail
ISLAMABAD: The Punjab government has decided to withdraw all pending appeals in the Supreme Court challenging the bail granted to former Prime Minister and PTI...
Gold price slightly hike across Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold prices have experienced a modest rise nationwide. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellery Association, the price of gold per tola has...
T20 World Cup: Pakistan Defeats Namibia, Qualifies for Super 8
WEB DESK: Pakistan secured their place in the prestigious Super 8 stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup following a commanding 102-run victory against...
Ramadan Moon Sighting: Ruet-e-Hilal committee to meet today in Peshawar
ISLAMABAD: The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee is scheduled to hold its meeting today in Peshawar to observe and verify the sighting of the Ramadan 1447 Hijri...
14 Indian-backed terrorists eliminated in Balochistan CTD operations
QUETTA: The Balochistan Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) announced that two separate operations in Quetta and Barkhan resulted in the deaths of eight and six militants, respectively. ...
Tragic death of student after fall from FJMU Hostel in Lahore
LAHORE: A female student lost her life after falling from the third floor of the Fatima Jinnah Medical University hostel in Lahore. According to law...