Iran dismisses US 48-hour deadline, vows harsh response to escalation
TEHRAN: Iran has rejected a 48-hour deadline issued by the United States, cautioning that any intensification of hostilities would have serious consequences for both America...
Trump issues 48-hour ultimatum to Iran over Strait of Hormuz
WASHINGTON: Donald Trump has escalated tensions with Iran, warning Tehran to reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours or face what he called...
Iran slams ‘False Narrative’ Araghchi says Tehran never refused Islamabad talks
TEHRAN: Iran has denied reports suggesting it declined an invitation to visit Islamabad for Pakistan-facilitated talks aimed at easing tensions in the Middle East, expressing...
Rain, thunderstorms likely in Karachi from tomorrow
KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast light to moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorms in Karachi and various parts of Sindh on Monday and Tuesday...
Trump claims second downed US Airman rescued safely in Iran operation
WASHINGTON: Donald Trump announced Sunday that a second American airman shot down inside Iran has been successfully rescued and is “safe and sound” after a...
PM Shehbaz announces relief package, cuts petroleum levy by Rs80
ISLAMABAD: Shehbaz Sharif on Friday unveiled a major relief package, including a reduction of Rs80 in the petroleum levy, aimed at easing the burden on...
Asim Khan advances to final of World Squash Championship Asian qualifier
KUALA LUMPUR: Pakistani squash star Asim Khan has advanced to the final of the Asian Qualifier for the World Squash Championship. In an exciting semifinal...
Lahore qalandars set 186 runs Target for Multan Sultans in rain-affected match
LAHORE: In match number 11 of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), Lahore Qalandars have set a target of 186 runs for Multan Sultans. The match,...
6.2 Magnitude earthquake rocks Islamabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, and AJK
ISLAMABAD: An earthquake measuring 6.2 on the Richter scale struck multiple regions across Pakistan, including Islamabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, and Azad Jammu and Kashmir. The...
Iran claims US jet downed, offers reward for Pilot
TEHRAN: Iranian authorities have launched a manhunt for a US pilot, claiming that Iran’s air defense systems shot down a US military jet on Friday....
Sonam Kapoor shares sweet first Photo of her newborn son
WEB DESK: Sonam Kapoor has offered fans a tender first look at her newest family member, sharing an intimate photo of her newborn son just...
SC hints at historic ruling in patricide clemency case
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has signaled that it will issue a groundbreaking and potentially transformative decision on April 8 in a prominent case...
Pakistan plans to repay UAE loan
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has made the decision to settle its debt with the United Arab Emirates. Reliable sources reveal that Pakistan will transfer $200 million to...
Woman rescued after car plunges Into deep pit on Tariq road
KARACHI: Near a shopping mall on Tariq Road in Karachi, a car suddenly sank into the ground. According to police, the vehicle collapsed into a...
Trump claims U.S. can quickly reopen Strait of Hormuz
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump stated on Friday that the United States has the capability to reopen the Strait of Hormuz with just a bit more...
Pakistan–Afghan Taliban talks in Urumqi end without breakthrough
URUMQI: Talks between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban, held in Urumqi under China’s mediation, concluded without a major breakthrough, though both sides agreed to continue...
Gold prices surges in Pakistan after sharp decline
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan surged again on Friday, a day after witnessing a significant drop. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association,...
Punjab announces free public transport amid massive fuel price hike
LAHORE: The provincial government of Punjab has unveiled a major relief package, including free public transport, following a steep increase in fuel prices across Pakistan....
Govt plans app-based petrol subsidy for motorcyclists after price hike
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan government is moving ahead with a targeted fuel subsidy programme for motorcyclists following the recent sharp increase in petrol prices. According to...
41-year rain record falls as heavy showers paralyse Karachi
KARACHI: Karachi witnessed record-breaking rainfall as a powerful weather system dumped 38.7mm of rain within 24 hours, surpassing a 41-year-old April record. The previous highest...