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Five foreigners escape unhurt; security guard martyred in shooting

Dar initiates in-house talks on trade with neighbor

The economic forecast for Pakistan revises to 2% growth in 2024, with inflation remaining a concern.

Taj Mahal and other artistic endeavours of pre-modern India are examples of aesthetic investigations

Irony is that the only way to find how the mind works is by trying to observe our mental processes

Zardari underscored the need for moving away from politics of polarisation

Brother of one of the victims raised the issue on social media, which elicited an apology

Pakistan leads the world in viral Hepatitis C infections

Minister urges privatisation of struggling DISCOs, unveils plan to combat theft

Urge govt to ensure fair taxes to promote competition, revamp infrastructure

Khawaja reveals plan to make laptops locally for affordable access

Industry awaits business-friendly policy, subsidised energy tariffs

Calls for joint efforts to harness youth’s potential, drive economic advancement

KSE-100 index sheds 43.20 points, settles at 70,290.12

Conference discusses need for 10% of taxes to be spent on lower-income households to eliminate poverty

GSDR had helped forge consensus on how processes could be improved, including on comparability of treatment

SBP’s forex reserves rise $14.4m to $8.05b in week ended on April 12

Governor highlights prudent monetary policy, key reforms

Government to introduce ‘Live Well’ initiative in K-P

Peshawar set to host international gems show

Balochistan reviews by-poll readiness

Banquet halls, beauty parlors to be categorized depending on size

Video circulates on social media showing violent attack

Discovery triggers fear, speculation in village

Petition aimed to eradicate the association of streets, roads, government institutes to political figures

DIG emphasized importance of timely deployment on polling stations, stressed adherence to security protocols

Decision aimed at protecting public health, reducing pollution

Punjab Food Dept gears up for more procurement

Seized animals include monkeys, honey badger, eagle, and fox

IG prisons says PTI leader no more in jail, petition regarding his arrest, new cases be dismissed

Inquiry reveals SP Nayar shifted him to an unknown place where he was subjected to the worst torture

Solar panels, windshields of cars also damaged

SHRC points out host of issues, sends letter to health dept with proposals

SHC questions where Rs300m fund earmarked for Manchar Lake cleaning was spent

Dr. Mehmood, DCEPC, says health department issued 121 tickets and Rs212,000 fines for dengue SOP violations

Police arrest young suspect for raping, killing and dumping victim’s body in a well

Taxila, like the rest of the world, observed the day dedicated to preserving global cultural heritage in Pakistan

All preparations at the examination centres have been completed

Say their businesses suffer due to road blocks and stringent security measures

IHC expresses dissatisfaction with the progress of an investigation into a citizen's death in a road accident

Bani police officials allegedly interfere with legal process against suspect

THQ Hospital Gujar Khan staff fail to administer life-saving injection to patient

CDA plans to launch complimentary yoga sessions for Islamabad residents

Holding company BOD review proposal for early retirement scheme

Exonerates accused policemen of involvement in death of a female passenger

Program aims to enhances US tracking of military targets from low-Earth orbits, providing high-resolution imagery

PM orders expedited sell-off, outsourcing of DISCOs

Bangladesh, Pakistan and India were world’s smoggiest countries in 2023

Leaked memo reveals secret editorial guidelines from The New York Times on reporting Israel's Gaza invasion

High costs of living have forced non-native labourers to send wives, children back to their hometowns

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Three-day permission in Lahore contrasts with arrests and jail terms in other cities

Residents mark New Year quietly, with shared stories, warm meals and heartfelt prayers

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Residents urged to conserve water for essential use during maintenance period

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Minister says govt taking measures to safeguard parliamentary traditions

Five individuals were injured in separate incidents of aerial firing in Karachi

Rare India-Pakistan interaction comes months after May conflict and stalled ties

Sydney, Bangkok, and Tokyo lead global celebrations as the world says goodbye to a record-hot year

Over 5,000 cops deployed to curb fireworks, aerial firing and one-wheeling

MBS expresses intention to visit Pakistan in the coming year

Finance minister signals shift to outcome-based social spending; Panda Bond launch planned ahead of Chinese New Year

Market turns competitive; affordable options remain missing

Eager to enter into JVs with Russian, Turkish firms for oil, gas exploration overseas

Chamber flags trade deficit, energy costs and weak investment despite easing inflation

Mobile app usage drives growth as Raast volumes surge, retail payment value reaches Rs166tr

Safe haven settles at Rs459,462/tola, silver also slips; rupee shows slight uptick

KSE-100 index closes at 174,473, led by gains in energy and banking stocks

Claims it can produce 12m tons in free market

NAC okays figure against estimates submitted to IMF; agriculture outperforms

The central bank has advised all commercial banks to observe extended working hours until 10pm on Wednesday

Benchmark KSE-100 index closes at 174,472.80, led by gains in energy, banking, and power stocks

New office targets Yangtze River Delta market, with focus on IT, e-commerce

Programme designed to empower small enterprises, address funding & climate challenges

Shariah-compliant instruments now make up about 14.5% of government securities, with a 20% target set for FY2027-28

Commander logistics reveals maritime policy finalised, being discussed at government level

Sydney, Bangkok, and Tokyo lead global celebrations as the world says goodbye to a record-hot year

Former prime minister and first woman leader dies at 80

Says several NGOs in Gaza face suspension for failing to disclose staff information

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Students join Iran shopkeepers' protests

DR Congo city sees influx of people fleeing fighting

10 nations warn of appalling conditions during winter

Trump says U.S. destroyed Venezuela drug boat dock in what may be first land strike in trafficking campaign

Police fought militants in an eight-hour Yalova siege, days after IS suspects were held over holiday attack plots

Israel faces global pressure to stop settler attacks in West Bank, key to future Palestinian state plans

US president and Netanyahu discuss Iran and Hezbollah concerns alongside Gaza negotiations

Tensions rise after clashes between UAE-backed STC and Saudi-backed government troops

Two-time prime minister’s death comes as her BNP prepares for elections under an interim government

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Magnus Carlsen claimed his ninth World Blitz title in Doha, adding it to the Rapid Crown he won earlier this week

The 54-year-old was admitted to hospital on Boxing Day with meningitis

They have been trying since 1980 to advance beyond the group stage

Gunners move five points clear at the top of the table

The Italian faced heavy criticism during the Blues’ 2-2 draw with Bournemouth

He defeated world number one the Belarusian 6-3 6-3

They draw with Angola in their last group game

Oswin Appollis converted a late penalty to give them 3-2 victory

Ayoub El Kaabi scored brace in 3-0 victory over Zambia

His debut Ashes innings came on the Boxing Day

They will play three T20Is and three ODIs in Sri Lanka

The Tareen Group is allowed to bid for two new HBL PSL franchises

The existing franchises do not have any such clause in their agreements

The pacer will begin rehab after a knee injury scare in Lahore

He believes a lot of progress had been made under the current regime