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Johnny Somali risks 7 years in South Korean jail for public use of North Korean propaganda, sparking legal scrutiny.

Leftist leader confirms his interim cabinet colleagues will keep their portfolios

27-nation bloc prohibits export, transfer, supply or sale from EU to Iran of components used to make missile, UAVs

Ambassador Blome say graduates of American universities are making impactful contributions in business, politics, and

Nations to break impasse over raising $1 trillion yearly for developing countries to cope with global warming

Levels of PM2.5 pollutants that cause cancer peaks at 907 micrograms per cubic metre

China's role in global order, Ukraine conflict in focus during summit

Dhaka has already issued an arrest warrant for 77-year-old Hasina

Biden's administration to inflame tensions by allowing Ukraine to use long-range missiles for strikes inside Russia

Donald Trump Jr says Biden trying to get 'World War Three' going

Incident occurs at checkpoint in former FR Wazir subdivision

Shipments reach $1.56b, but exporters sceptical amid challenges

Index settles at 94,996 as C/A surplus boosts investor confidence

Country's strategic location, improved ports likely to woo global investors

Privatisation minister highlights lack of cooperation in selling airline

Investment is significantly higher compared to last six-month average of $187m

Bank recommends nine prior actions before privatisation of power distribution firms

Pakistan Customs' sudden green channel changes cause delays, impacting imports and increasing costs for businesses.

Decision to attract $5b investment, play role in controlling debt

ICT remittances in Pakistan surged 34.9%, reaching $1.206B in Jul-Oct FY24-25, led by export growth.

Gets critical support from 24% spike in remittances, 11% rise in exports

Khursheed Shah reiterates PPP's stance against denial of Sindh's water share.

Suspected robber kills accomplice, gets caught after falling off bike

MQM-P lawmaker says ruling party aggravated issues of Hyderabad

Sindh Moorat March in Hyderabad on Nov 24 will highlight transgender rights through performances and activism.

PTI Sindh President Haleem Adil Sheikh meets Karachi Bar lawyers to rally support for Imran Khan's Nov 24 march.

Landmark escapes demolition due to BRT route

IBCC takes step in line with new grading policy

A suspected robber, John Muhammad, was killed in a police shootout in New Karachi after a robbery spree.

A young man, Muhammad Osama, was shot dead near Zahra Square in Karachi; police probe ongoing over land dispute.

Fire at Hotel Mehran on Sharae Faisal caused panic, but no injuries; rescue teams evacuated guests safely.

Only travellers, their companions, and people working there allowed entry

Brother of victim claims kidnapping by unidentified persons

Citizens will avail free medical checkup, medicine and counselling.

Encouragingly, environmental surveillance revealed a decline in the presence of the poliovirus.

RDA launches bold strategy for sustainable urban development

Kashmir's special status debate resurfaces as political tensions rise, exposing the challenge of Indian rule.

The dream of a Palestinian state faces daunting challenges from internal divisions and global geopolitics.

The obsession with regulating the internet, suspending mobile networks, and moral policing restricts freedoms.

Gujarawala beggars spending millions highlights state failure; crackdown needed on professional begging.

The CII's fatwa against VPNs threatens digital freedom, raising fears of increased government control.

Nine months after the February 2024 elections, 83% of petitions remain undecided, deepening political instability.

The debate over vocational vs university education highlights elitism, access issues, and job market realities.

Kim Kardashian debuts her Tesla Optimus robot on her social platforms, highlighting its futuristic features.

President Trump plans to attend SpaceX's 'Starship' launch Tuesday in Texas, highlighting Musk's growing influence.

From Chalamet to JFK, celebrity look alike contests are taking over cities, blending fun, fandom, and viral fame.

Police arrested 51 years man in connection of the fatal attacks on three different locations in Manhattan

China is Iran’s largest trading and strategic partner and a major buyer of its sanctioned oil

SOTE’s nomination for GOTY at the Game Awards fuels controversy as gamers question eligibility rules and fairness.

Senior lawmaker Vyacheslav Volodin warns that weapon aid to Ukraine will completely destroy US-Russia relations

CM Murad expresses deep sorrow over deaths, urges citizens to avoid unnecessary outdoor activity

Court disposes of their applications for suspension of sentence, declaring them infructuous

Sindh CM says Pakistan 'does not want war' but will never compromise on its defence

Araghchi thanks Pakistan for its constructive role, mediation efforts between the parties

Iranian ship will also be backloaded to Pakistani territorial waters for return to its original owners after repairs

No immediate reports of damage or casualties have been confirmed

May, 2025 judgment explicitly directed govt and Parliament to address this deficiency

Will take up petition for Bushra's treatment under personal physician

Says those controlling jail meetings hold key to easing tensions

Ordinance aims to fulfil legal requirements for PIA assets transfer

Hafiz Naeem slams governance, urges system change

Patients across major cities struggle as drug prices surge under weak oversight and global supply pressures

Trump says move aims to assist neutral countries whose ships have been caught in the conflict

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Brent crude futures were up $1.22, or 1.1%, to $109.39 a barrel at ​0909 GMT after settling down $2.23 on Friday

Hopes of US–Iran peace pact, stable oil prices keep market in green territory

Import dependence, global shocks push Pakistan to explore low-carbon alternatives

Telecom, banking success shows identity linking can fix utility recoveries

From drones, data to rural e-commerce, China is turning innovation into income

Taxes on inputs for export goods do not generate sustainable revenue; they merely reduce export volumes

Gap between what is said, meant and heard can carry profound consequences

Only 18% of country's 58,423 cell sites were fiberised as of June 2025

Seven OPEC+ members approve 188,000 bpd hike for June but increase remains symbolic until strait reopens

Multi-sector delegation of importers to arrive in third week of May

Virtual meeting focuses on AI-driven threats, REITs reform to formalise real estate investment

Highlights agriculture, IT, textiles, real estate, oil and gas sector among others

Both sides focused on a wide range of areas of mutual interest aimed at enhancing bilateral economic engagements

SSGC petition includes Rs312b interest on GDS receivables, Rs16b Balochistan shortfall

Cabinet clears donkey meat export within hours of shutdown announcement

No suspects were in custody following the ​shooting just after 9​pm at a party at Arcadia ‌Lake

Iran warns US Navy to stay clear of Hormuz after Trump says US to help stranded ships

Air traffic returns to normal ​after precautionary measures introduced at start of US-Iran war, were lifted

Rodent-borne virus strikes expedition ship off Cape Verde, leaving three dead and three ill aboard MV Hondius

Giuliani, 81, garnered acclaim for ​his response to September 11, 2001, al ​Qaeda attack

West Bengal seen as crucial contest between Modi's BJP, Mamata Banerjee's TMC

King urged the importance of NATO and called for a 'just and lasting peace' in Ukraine

Israel saying it had removed some 175 activists -- two of whom were taken to Israel for questioning

Comes just weeks after Trump's extraordinary criticism of Pope Leo XIV over the Catholic leader's anti-war rhetoric

Small boats attacked ship about 11 nautical miles west of Sirik, near the Strait of Hormuz

Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson says 'at this stage, we do not have nuclear negotiations'

Plan includes $50b for Pan Asia Power Grid initiative and $20b for tech and digital projects

Coast Guard says ship, with unclear destination with no cargo and on EU and UK sanctions lists

First Leo-US cabinet meeting in nearly a year set for Thursday, source says amid criticism from Trump

Three killed in airstrike on Safad al-Battikh, Lebanon, state news agency reports

Mike Smith eyes record as oldest Kentucky Derby winner at 59 with contender So Happy at Churchill Downs

World number 23 beat Andreeva 6-3, 7-5

Lewandowski and Torres strike late to secure a 2–1 win at Osasuna

Goals from both sides end in a 2–2 draw in Paris

Arteta's side demolished Fulham with a three-goal first half blitz

Draw helps Inter extend a nine-point lead

Batting first, Kingsmen are bowled out for 129; Samad’s 48 and Hardie’s 58 seal win with 28 balls to spare

Jordan Spieth, Alex Smalley and Nick Taylor shared second

The former Formula One driver lost both legs in an accident

The victory helped them occupy the last safe space in Serie A

Their 3-1 victory secured them a spot in the next season

Hyderabad captain Labuschagne burst into tears after qualifying for PSL 11 final

Pistons recovered from the brink of elimination against Orlando

The second seed dispatched promising Belgian Alexander Blockx 6-2, 7-5

The 26-year-old Briton outpaced Italian teenager Kimi Antonelli