Pakistan’s weekly inflation surges past 15% amid rising fuel costs
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan experienced a significant spike in weekly inflation, with the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) revealing a 15.16% increase year-on-year for the week ending May...
Hangu District: Security Forces repel large-scale militant attack
HANGU: Security forces in Hangu District successfully foiled a major terrorist assault involving more than 100 militants, police officials confirmed on Friday. According to authorities,...
Mohsin Naqvi arrives in Bangladesh for two-day visit
DHAKA: Pakistan’s Interior Minister and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi arrived in Bangladesh on a two-day official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral engagement...
Pakistan armed forces release documentary highlighting advanced warfare strength
RAWALPINDI: The Pakistan Armed Forces have unveiled a special documentary presenting their modern combat capabilities and operational preparedness, commemorating one year of the Mark-e-Haq victory....
Russia opposes US-led anti-Iran resolution at UN Security Council
WEB DESK: Russia on Friday dismissed a United States-backed resolution targeting Iran at the United Nations Security Council, warning that the proposal could deepen instability...
Zardari, Shehbaz stress stronger support for vulnerable Groups
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have reiterated the government’s resolve to continue supporting vulnerable segments of society and tackling humanitarian...
Gold price surges again in Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan witnessed a sharp increase on Friday, with the rate of per tola gold rising significantly in line with gains in...
Ceasefire under strain as US-Iran clash escalates in Strait of Hormuz
TEHRAN: Iran launches missiles and drones toward US destroyers in Gulf waters , Washington responds with strikes on Iranian military positions Donald Trump says ceasefire...
Trump commends Pakistan’s civil, military leadership once again
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump once again praised Pakistan’s leadership, calling the country “great” and commending its senior officials for their diplomatic approach. During a...
Petrol prices likely to drop in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Petroleum prices in Pakistan are likely to see a slight reduction in the upcoming review due to fluctuations in global crude oil markets and...
Pakistan welcomes any US-Iran agreement, sees hosting as an honor
ISLAMABAD: During the weekly briefing at the Foreign Office, spokesperson Tahir Andrabi conveyed that Pakistan would gladly accept any agreement reached between the United States...
US introduces UNSC draft resolution to ensure freedom of Navigation in Strait of Hormuz
WEB DESK: The United States has proposed a draft resolution in the UN Security Council to secure and defend freedom of navigation in the Strait...
Salim Khan’s health update: stable after minor brain hemorrhage
WEB DESK: Salim Khan, the 90-year-old father of Salman Khan, was hospitalized on February 17 after his health suddenly declined. Doctors at Lilavati Hospital performed...
Pakistan will host Australia for three-match ODI series
LAHORE: Australia’s men’s cricket team will tour Pakistan for a three-match ODI series starting May 30 in Rawalpindi and ending June 4 in Lahore, announced...
South Waziristan Attack kills 3 children, wounds many: Security Sources
RAWALPINDI: On Thursday, two separate incidents in South Waziristan resulted in the death of three children and injuries to numerous civilians, according to security officials....
Mohsin pledges firm measures for national security, stability
ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has expressed the government’s commitment to ensure internal security and stability. Addressing a news conference in Islamabad today, he said...
China hands suspended death penalty to two former defence ministers over bribery
BEIJING: China has handed suspended death sentences to two former defence ministers after they were convicted in major corruption cases, state media reported on Thursday....
Roof collapse at DG Khan school leaves 4 students dead, several injured
D.G.KHAN: A tragic incident in Dera Ghazi Khan has claimed the lives of four schoolchildren after the roof of a classroom gave way, while several...
PM unveils new initiatives for GB, Azad Kashmir
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reiterated the government’s commitment to accelerating development in Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing a ceremony in Gilgit,...
Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves rising weekly, external debt stable at $100bn: SBP governor
ISLAMABAD: State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jameel Ahmad said the country’s foreign exchange reserves are increasing every week, while Pakistan’s external debt has remained...
Trump says Iran agreement within reach, warns military action remains an option
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said a diplomatic agreement with Iran remains within reach, but warned that military action could resume if negotiations collapse. Speaking...
Gold prices surge sharply in Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan witnessed a significant increase on Thursday, with the price of per tola gold rising by Rs7,800 in the local market....
Air Chief highlights PAF strategy behind response to Indian aggression
Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu on Thursday shared details of the Pakistan Air Force’s operational planning and combat strategy that, according to him, successfully neutralized Indian...
Media pioneer Ted Turner dies at 87
WEB DESK: Ted Turner, the legendary broadcaster who transformed the way the world consumes news, has passed away at the age of 87. His death...
Afridi mourns the martyrdom of Maulana Idrees, praises is knowledge piety
KARACHI: Former captain of the Pakistan cricket team, Shahid Afridi, expressed his condolences over the martyrdom of renowned Islamic scholar and former Member of Assembly,...
Saba Qamar recognized as “Pakistan’s Michael Jackson” by actress Namra Shahid
KARACHI: Renowned actress Saba Qamar has been dubbed “Pakistan’s Michael Jackson” by fellow actress Namra Shahid. In a recent interview, Namra Shahid shared her admiration...
KP CM allegedly drafted resignation twice due to depression, says PM advisor Ikhtiar Wali
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister’s Advisor Ikhtiar Wali has asserted that the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) once again drafted his resignation while battling depression. Pakistan...
Govt extends security deployment in Gilgit-Baltistan until June 14, 2026
G.BALTISTAN: Ahead of the upcoming general elections, the federal government has decided to prolong the deployment of security forces in Gilgit-Baltistan until June 14, 2026....
Children in Sindh to receive Rs3,000 monthly support from birth to age five
KARACHI: The Sindh government has announced a new initiative under the Sindh Social Protection Program to provide a monthly stipend of Rs3,000 to children from...
Electric air taxis make debut over New York city, resembling the Jetsons
NEW YORK: The skies above New York City have welcomed electric air taxis, with inaugural demonstration flights occurring this week. These innovative aircraft operate more...
Police shot, killed SHO in Shikarpur
SHIKARPUR: Station House Officer (SHO), Ali Hassan Jatoi, died after sustaining gunshot wounds. The fatal incident took place near Phatak No. 2, close to Lakhi...
SCP clarifies the jurisdictional roles of SC, constitutional court
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court and the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) are independent entities with equal authority, a division bench headed by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi...
JUI Chief calls for Justice for Sheikh Idrees, announces nationwide demonstrations
CHARSADDA: JUI-F Chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman on Wednesday demanded immediate justice for the assassination of religious scholar Sheikh Idrees and revealed plans for nationwide protests...
Iran agrees to cease Uranium enrichment, export highly enriched Uranium: US Media
WASHINGTON: As per US officials and sources close to the White House, a preliminary agreement has been drafted between the United States and Iran to...
Breakthrough in Maulana Idrees Case as One Suspect Identified
CHARSADDA: Investigators have made significant progress in the case involving the killing of religious scholar Maulana Muhammad Idrees, with police confirming that one suspect has...
PM Shehbaz praises Trump’s halt on project freedom in Strait of Hormuz
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed appreciation for U.S. President Donald Trump following the decision to temporarily pause “Project Freedom” in the Strait of...
Punjab becomes pioneer province with launch of general Insurance entity
LAHORE: The government of Punjab, Pakistan has launched a state-backed general insurance initiative, becoming the first provincial administration in the country to establish its own...
Iran reviewing U.S. 14-point plan as diplomatic talks enter critical phase
TEHRAN: Esmail Baghaei has confirmed that Iran is assessing a 14-point proposal presented by the United States, as bilateral discussions enter what he described as...
Massive hike in Gold price
KARACHI: The gold prices increased by Rs11,000 per tola to Rs488,962. Gold gained nearly 2% globally, supported by a weaker US dollar. Softer oil prices...
Lt Col Khalid Hussain Embraces Martyrdom in Balochistan IBO
QUETTA: An officer of the Frontier Corps, Lieutenant Colonel Khalid Hussain, was martyred during an intelligence-based operation in Balochistan, officials confirmed. According to sources, Lt...
Markets ease as Trump signals potential Iran peace agreement, oil prices falls
WEB DESK: Global oil prices declined for a second straight day on Wednesday as markets reacted to signs of a possible diplomatic breakthrough between the...
Australia awards top foreign cadet title to Pakistan’s Sardar Arsam Abbas
RAWALPINDI: Australia has awarded Pakistani Army cadet Sardar Arsam Abbas the title of “Overall Best Foreign Military Cadet” at the graduation ceremony held at the...
Trump halts hormuz ship escorts as Iran deal nears breakthrough
WEB DESK: Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that the United States would temporarily halt its effort to escort commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz,...
US forces ready to restart combat operations against Iran if ordered, says top military official
WASHINGTON: Washington’s highest military officer announced Tuesday that US forces are prepared to resume combat actions against Iran if given the command, amid escalating tensions...
JUI-F declares nationwide protests over the killing of religious scholar sheikh Muhammad Idrees
ISLAMABAD: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) has announced a series of peaceful nationwide protests in response to the recent assassination of Sheikh Muhammad Idrees, a respected religious...
Pakistan Navy launches humanitarian aid mission for Indian, Indonesian crew
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Navy has initiated a rescue and relief operation in the Arabian Sea to assist crew members from India and Indonesia aboard a...
Sindh’s three heritage locations make UNESCO tentative list
KARACHI: Three of Sindh’s significant cultural and historical sites have been officially recognized on UNESCO’s tentative list, highlighting their global importance. The sites recognized are...
Punjab launches AI-based ‘Smart Cleaning’ drive ahead of Eid-ul-Adha
LAHORE: Punjab has rolled out an AI-powered “Smart Cleaning” campaign across the province ahead of Eid-ul-Adha, aiming to modernise sanitation monitoring and improve waste management...
Sindh govt announces major tax relief for bike taxi riders
KARACHI: The Sindh Cabinet has approved major tax relief for bike taxi riders, aiming to support low-income earners and ease financial pressure on those working...
President, PM express grief over killing of Maulana Idrees Tarangzai
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...