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,...
Gold prices surge again in Pakistan
KARACHI: The gold price increased again in Pakistan by Rs2500 per tola According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association (APSGJA). The price...
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...
SC halts defamation proceedings against PTI founder, issue notice to Shehbaz
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has suspended proceedings in the long-running defamation case involving the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, Imran Khan, after he challenged...
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...
Trump Praises PM Shehbaz, Gen Asim at Washington Peace Conference
WASHINGTON: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is among the distinguished leaders participating in the inaugural session of the Board of Peace in Washington, where US President...
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...
Peace board meeting on Gaza: Pakistan’s stance remains unchanged, says Tahir Mahmood Ashrafi
ISLAMABAD: A meeting of the Peace Board was held to deliberate on the ongoing situation in Gaza, where Chairman of the Pakistan Ulema Council, Hafiz...
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...
Gold jumps Rs7,900 per tola in Pakistan amid global rally
KARACHI: Gold prices recorded a sharp rise in both domestic and international markets on Thursday, according to the Pakistan Sarafa Association. The rate of 24-karat...
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...
Govt promises continuous electricity, gas supply during Sehr and Iftar
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has assured the public that there will be no interruptions in electricity and gas services during Sehr and Iftar hours throughout...
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...
Power Minister issues directive for continuous electricity supply during Ramazan
ISLAMABAD: On Tuesday, Federal Minister for Power Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari issued clear instructions to all electricity distribution companies (DISCOs), including K-Electric, to ensure a...
Gandapur denies involvement in Sanam Javed controversy
PESHAWAR: Former Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ali Amin Gandapur, has addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding PTI social media activist Sanam Javed, providing clarification on...
Bajaur, North Waziristan declare start of Ramadan ahead of official announcement
PESHAWAR: Local clerics and committees in parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa announced that the first day of Ramadan will be observed from tomorrow (on Wednesday), a...
Owais laghari attends laptop distribution event amid student protest over alleged bias
D.G.KHAN: In Dera Ghazi Khan, a ceremony to distribute laptops to students, organised by the university administration, was marred by protests as students accused officials...
Punjab govt revised school timing in Ramadan 2026
LAHORE: With the commencement of Ramadan 2026, school schedules across Punjab have been updated to accommodate fasting students and staff. A notification issued by the...
Saudi Arabia declares Ramadan crescent sighted; Pakistan awaiting moon sighting confirmation
RIYADH/ISLAMABAD: Saudi Arabia announced on Tuesday that the Ramadan crescent has been sighted, officially marking the beginning of the holy month of fasting from Wednesday....
Bangladesh’s interim leader Yunus resigns, marks end of transitional government
DHAKA: Muhammad Yunus, Bangladesh’s interim head of government, officially stepped down on Monday, signaling the transfer of power to an elected administration. In a broadcast...
Day one of India’s global AI summit erupts in chaos
WEB DESK: India’s much-anticipated global showcase on artificial intelligence opened not with a flourish, but with frayed tempers and frozen screens. The inaugural day of...
DPM to represent Pakistan at UNSC briefing on Palestine crisis
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar is scheduled to travel to New York tomorrow to take part in a high-level United...
PHC orders to reopen roads blocked by PTI protester
PESHAWAR: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters protests, which are centered around allegations of negligence in the medical care of PTI founder Imran Khan, have caused significant...
Viral Video: Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz Stands by Student, Pledges Full Support
LAHORE: A viral video shows Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif standing behind a female student during the Honhaar Scholarship and laptop distribution ceremony at...
India beat Pakistan by 61 runs in T20 World Cup clash
COLOMBO: Pakistan now face a must-win situation in their final group-stage fixture to qualify for the Super Eight stage after suffering humiliating defeat to India...
CDF Munir, Marco Rubio hold high-level talks over global, regional security in Germany
WEB DESK: During his official visit to Germany from February 12 to 14, Field Marshal, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces...
India set 176-run target for Pakistan in ICC T20 World cup
COLOMBO: After being put in to bat, India posted 176 run challenging total, thanks largely to a blistering knock from Ishan Kishan. Pakistan opted to...
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup: Pakistan choose to field after winning toss against India
COLOMBO: Pakistan opted to bowl first after winning the toss against arch-rivals India in their high-voltage T20 World Cup 2026 clash at the R. Premadasa...