Pakistan, Somalia Sign Visa-Free Pact for Diplomats
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Somalia have entered into an agreement that removes the visa requirement for holders of diplomatic passports. The accord was signed in Islamabad...
Govt employees to protest against privatization, pension reforms
ISLAMABAD: All Government Employees Grand Alliance (AGEGA) announced to hold a protest march in Islamabad against privatization and pension reforms of the federal government January...
Heavy snowfall paralyzes northern Pakistan, tourists barred, roads closed
PESHAWAR: Severe snowfall across northern Pakistan has disrupted daily life, forcing road closures and prompting authorities to advise tourists to avoid mountainous regions. multiple areas...
Fire in gulberg hotel leaves three injured, guests safely evacuated
LAHORE: A fire that broke out in the basement of a hotel located in Lahore’s Gulberg area on Monday left three individuals injured, prompting an...
Dar, Iranian Foreign Minister hold talks on global, regional issues
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Saturday to exchange views on key...
79 more outlaws surrender amid operation in Thar desert
RAJANPUR: In a significant development, authorities in Rajanpur reported that 79 more wanted criminals have surrendered during an ongoing police crackdown in the Thar Desert...
IMF MD commends Shehbaz Sharif for economic reforms
WEB DESK: Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has praised the efforts of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s administration in implementing...
President, PM condole loss of lives in Chitral Avalanche
CHITRAL: Nine members of a single family lost their lives, and a child was injured, when an avalanche hit the Arandu area in Lower Chitral...
Gul Plaza Fire: FIR to be filed based on state complaint, Says Lanjar
KARACHI: Sindh Home Minister Zia Ul Hassan Lanjar has provided an update to the Additional Inspector General (AIG) regarding the process of filing an FIR...
Suspected suicide explosion targets wedding at aman committee leader’s residence in DI Khan
DI KHAN: A powerful blast struck the home of Aman Committee leader Noor Alam Mehsud during a wedding celebration in Dera Ismail Khan, according to...
Water supply resumes in Karachi following completion of Dhabejee pumping station maintenance
KARACHI: Water services in Karachi have been restored after K-electric successfully concluded its scheduled maintenance at the Dhabejee Pumping Station, according to a spokesperson from...
Punjab govt announces free transportation for citizens during Basant festival
Lahore: The Punjab government has announced that during the Basant festival from February 6 to 8, citizens will be able to travel free of charge...
Heavy snowfall, freezing temperatures hamper tirah valley evacuations
TIRAH: Families fleeing their homes in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Tirah Valley faced severe hardships on Friday as heavy snow and freezing weather conditions caused roads to...
German medical professional travels to Pakistan to marry man
MANDI BAHAUDDIN: A young man from Pakistan’s Mandi Bahauddin has found love online, prompting a German doctor to journey across continents to marry him. Muhammad...
Sindh govt decide to rebuild Gul Plaza in two years
KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah emphasized that the provincial government is still in the process of rectifying irregularities from before the enactment of...
Pakistan Army continues relief operations amid heavy snowfall in upper regions
MURREE: The Pakistan Army remains actively engaged in rescue and relief efforts as heavy snowfall blankets the northern areas of the country, including Murree, Swat,...
Punjab Govt announces landmark ‘Apna Khet, Apna Rozgar’ scheme to empower farmers, boost local economy
LAHORE: The Punjab government has announced the launch of the ‘Apna Khet, Apna Rozgar Programme’ aimed at empowering farmers by transforming tenant farmers and laborers...
US reveals ‘New Gaza’ reconstruction initiative after Gaza peace board launch
WEB DESK: The United States has unveiled a detailed plan to rebuild Gaza, coming on the heels of the Gaza Peace Board’s establishment. Following President...
Gul Plaza Fire Tragedy: families protest over lack of information on missing loved ones
KARACHI: Several days after the devastating fire at Gul Plaza, families of those missing continue to demand answers and assistance. Today, on MA Jinah Road,...
President Zardari lauds Jordan’s support for Pakistan’s peace initiatives
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has lauded Jordan’s engagement and support for Pakistan in promoting regional peace and stability. As per detail, President Asif Ali...
Saudi Arabia: Pakistan clinches victory over India in exciting double wicket match, Players exchange greetings
RIYADH: During an exhilarating double wicket cricket match at a festival in Saudi Arabia, Pakistan’s team emerged victorious against India. Captain Shoaib Malik and Imran...
Afghanistan Embassy extends heartfelt condolences over tragic Gul Plaza fire in Karachi
ISLAMABAD: The Embassy of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan in Islamabad has issued a heartfelt statement expressing its condolences over the devastating fire at Gul...
Pakistan Army provides critical support to displaced tirah families amid heavy snowfall
PESHAWAR: In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Pakistan Army is actively assisting families displaced from Tirah as heavy snowfall and harsh winter conditions persist. Continuous efforts are...
Pakistan’s Farrukh Nadeem secures gold at Asian Shotgun Championship
WEB DESK: At the Asian Shotgun Championship in Doha, Qatar, Lieutenant Colonel Farrukh Nadeem of Pakistan Army won the first gold medal by setting a...
Opposition raises concerns over government’s motives in joining Trump’s peace initiative
ISLAMABAD: Maulana Fazlur Rehman, leader of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F), has criticized the government’s decision to join the Trump-led “Board of Peace,” accusing it of merely...
SC issue verdict in Qasur murder case, dismisses appeals
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has uphold the life imprisonment sentenced of six convicts in a case involving the murder of five people in...
Pakistan moves to next round of under-19 cricket world cup after victory over Zimbabwe
WEB DESK: Pakistan has secured their place in the upcoming stage of the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup following an 8-wicket win against Zimbabwe. The...
Bill tabled in NA to eliminate reserved seats for women
ISLAMABAD: A proposal to amend the Constitution has been submitted in the National Assembly, aiming to abolish the 192 reserved seats allocated for women in...
Israeli airlines preparing to move aircraft in response to Iranian missile threats
WEB DESK: Israeli Transport Minister Myri Regev has indicated that Israeli airlines are making arrangements to transfer their aircraft abroad as a precaution against potential...
Punjab CM launch telemedicine system, cardiac surgery services in Jhang
LAHORE: The Chief Minister of Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif announced the introduction of a province wide telemedicine system and the launch of cardiac surgery services...
Indian forces detain multiple Kashmiri youth in IIOJK
WEB DESK: In Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir, Indian security personnel have apprehended numerous Kashmiri youths across various areas of the region. According to...
Pakistan’s external borrowing reaches 1,254 billion rupees in six months
ISLAMABAD: Over the past six months, Pakistan has amassed external debt amounting to 1,254 billion rupees. Official records indicate this figure is a 29% rise...
Six PTI members scheduled to visit Imran Khan at Adiala Jail tomorrow
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has submitted a list of six individuals to the Adiala Jail administration who are authorized to meet PTI leader and former...
Balochistan to introduce Quetta–Kuchlak people’s train service to enhance affordable transit
QUETTA: Pakistan Railways, in partnership with the Balochistan government, has unveiled plans to inaugurate the Quetta–Kuchlak People’s Train Service, aiming to improve transportation options within...
NA approves elections act amendment bill 2026, Introduces asset declaration, floor crossing reforms
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly (NA) approved the Elections Act Amendment Bill, 2026, on Wednesday, while also forwarding bills related to education and constitutional amendments to...
Pakistan accepts ‘Board of Peace’ invitation to promote lasting stability, humanitarian support in Gaza
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has formally accepted an invitation to become a member of the ‘Board of Peace,’ aimed at fostering lasting stability and humanitarian support in...
Rana Sanaullah reiterates call for dialogue, appeals to opposition to support political reforms
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Senator Rana Sanaullah has once again urged opposition parties to engage in dialogue, emphasizing that political discussions are crucial for...
Pakistan, China Sign $4.5 Billion MoUs in Agriculture and Food Sectors
ISLAMABAD: Pakistani and Chinese firms have finalized seventy-nine Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) valued at $4.5 billion, highlighting strong Chinese investor confidence in Pakistan’s agriculture and...
Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori to request Mayor for relocation of Gul Plaza shopkeepers to Saddar parking facility
KARACHI: Governor Kamran Tessori of Sindh has announced his intention to formally request the Karachi Mayor to facilitate the immediate transfer of shopkeepers from Gul...
Gohar appeals to judiciary to prioritize PTI cases
ISLAMABAD: Barrister Gohar, a senior PTI leader, has called on the judiciary to expedite hearing of PTI-related cases, emphasizing the importance of justice. He expressed...
PM Shehbaz Sharif arrives in Davos to represent Pakistan at WEF 2026
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, touched down in Davos, Switzerland, on Tuesday to participate in the annual World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting scheduled from...
SpaceX aims for first uncrewed mars landing by late 2026
WEB DESK: SpaceX is accelerating its plans to send an uncrewed Starship to Mars, targeting a launch as soon as late 2026. If achieved, this...
62 notorious bandits surrender in Katcha region during joint police crackdown
SADIQABAD: Authorities from Punjab and Sindh have jointly launched a major operation targeting bandit groups in the Katcha area, according to police officials on Tuesday....
India emerges as top LNG buyer from UAE with $3 billion deal
WEB DESK: India has become the leading importer of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the UAE following the signing of a $3 billion agreement. This...
MQM calls for judicial probe into Gul Plaza fire tragedy
ISLAMABAD: Senior MQM-P leader Dr. Farooq Sattar on Tuesday urged the government to establish a judicial commission, headed by the Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice...
PM Shehbaz leaves for Davos to attend world economic forum
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has left for Davos, Switzerland, to participate in the upcoming annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF), scheduled from...
Shoaib Malik bids farewell to PSL
ISLAMABAD: Legendary Pakistani cricketer and former captain Shoaib Malik has officially announced his retirement from the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Through a message shared on...
KE responds to Gul Plaza tragedy as collapse triggers power outage
KARACHI: K-Electric has conveyed its profound grief over the tragic incident at Gul Plaza, extending condolences to those who lost loved ones and to the...
Trump Invites PM Shehbaz to Participate in Gaza Peace Panel: FO
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has extended an invitation to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to join a proposed Gaza “Board of Peace,” an initiative aimed...
33 Still unaccounted for after Gul Plaza fire in Karachi
KARACHI: At least 33 people, including women and children, are still missing following a massive fire that engulfed Gul Plaza, a major shopping center on...