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Activists call for teaching language in primary schools

Punjab rescue chief decries motorbike speeding, illegal parking

City experienced a positive shift in air quality rankings after the rainfall

Smog adds to civic problems of Lahore constituency

Popular hill resort receives 8.5 inches of snow, drawing tourists in droves

Screening was arranged to showcase Kazhastan’s culture and soft image

Government will import 10 modern oil extraction plants

Demonstrators warn of staging sit-in on Islamabad Expressway

Special traffic control room had also been set up

Govt backtracks; agrees to making principal, interest payments from budget

Present recommendations to 2024 government, advocate for consistent industrial policy

Trade gap contracts nearly $8b in first seven months of FY24

Despite outflows due to foreign debt repayment, the reserves remain robust

Jan inflation stands high at 28.3%, in line with finance ministry’s projection

KSE-100 index rises 414.56 points, settles at 62,393.74

Challenges short-term business confidence, despite promising medium-to-long-term outlook

2008 global economic crisis has been historical, it's an indicator of erosion of West’s dominance in global affairs

It is satisfying enough that elections will be held resolving muddle that Pakistan has been in for last two years

Pakistan has two classes of citizens: the oppressors and the oppressed

Pakistan has thus far managed to avert the danger of putting all the eggs in one basket

Standoff in desolate horizons of Mach in Balochistan was grim reminder of precarious security situation

CPI reveals that Pakistan has ascended seven places from 140 in 2022 to 133 out of 180 countries in 2023

Extremist rhetoric continues to be reliable vote-getter across India

Europol busts illegal EU migration ring, 15 arrested for sham marriages, human trafficking, money laundering

Independents may play key role if no party secures decisive majority

Ex-PM says involving his wife, Bushra, in cases is a deliberate attempt solely aimed at tarnishing his reputation

ISPR says weapons, ammunition and explosives were also recovered from killed terrorists

Says 66 terrorists were trained as suicide bombers over there

Houthis attack Red Sea shipping, US and Britain retaliate; ceasefire talks for Gaza amid intense fighting

Decision to pull out senior officers is to help avoid direct involvement in escalating Middle East conflict

All educational institutions will practically remain closed throughout the country from Feb 3 to Feb 11

Israeli settler violence against Palestinians have increased in recent months as Jewish settlements have expanded

Bodies were transported to Punjab via special plane from Juzzak Airport in Saindak, says Chagai DC

Indian defence officials say that navy personnel have investigated more than 250 vessels in the last two months

Raja says steps being taken for security of candidates, voters in K-P and Balochistan

Masjid Akhonji, which its caretakers say is 600 years old, was razed during a drive to remove 'illegal' structures

All Jewish settlements in occupied West Bank are considered illegal under international law

Some heavy falls with thunder can occur in the port city

Wildlife officials say efforts underway to rescue animal, facilitate transfer to natural habitat in Nangarparkar

Polling to commence at 8am and end at 6pm

Grenade attacks and threats before polls stir concern

No let-up in Israel’s aerial bombardment in Gaza as death toll reaches close to 27,000

Special Court declares that Imran Khan violated his oath by unveiling a classified information

Says results will be announced on Tuesday

Violent attacks continue to mar the elections campaigns in various parts of the Balochistan

Former has agreed to ‘undeclared ceasefire’ until polls in Pakistan

Court adjourns hearing for two weeks after issuing notice on intra-court appeal moved by Aafia Sher Bano

Committee’s meeting to take up 13-point agenda

Three-member bench cites delay in approaching court as ballot papers have already been published

Islamic advisory body issues guidelines for conducting protests

Deceased include women and children trapped in fire at gas pipeline in Hattar Industrial Estate

British HC Jane Marriott says Pakistan's geological potential requires trustworthy data collated via modern methods

Ambassador cites Islamabad’s neutrality after hosting highest-level talks since 1979

Expected to meet President Erdoğan and other leaders on sidelines of Fifth Antalya Diplomacy Forum

CDF Munir likely to visit to Washington, DC, after trip to Tehran, Pakistan government sources say

Foreign Office said talks continue, no deal reached yet, but process remains intact and ongoing

Riyadh says move aims to support Pakistan’s economy and strengthen resilience

Committee also expresses concern over reported deaths, including suicide cases, in medical colleges

Says shortfall is created once demand exceeds 16,500MW, adds peak demand reached up to 20,000MW in past 15 days

President, PM, CDF, and services chiefs commend participating units and scientists on achieving this milestone

Police chief says suspect was recording videos and taking photographs of sensitive installations

Both review bilateral relations, reaffirm commitment to strengthen cooperation in areas including security, defence

The survivor identified as Abdul Wahab was pulled from the debris after an extended search operation

ISPR says primary aim of exercise was to refine drills, procedures, techniques related to counterterrorism operations

Transactions completed within 12 months, stamp duty set at 1%, while transactions beyond 12 months subject to 2%

The US dollar falls to its lowest level in ​six weeks, making greenback-denominated commodities

FinMin confirms financial bailout, aimed at helping the country meet its external financing needs

Adidas among 20 firms to visit Islamabad; envoy flags child rights issue

Berths reach depth of 15.5 metres to accommodate larger vessels

KSE-100 adds nearly 2,900 points over growing investor interest

Discusses with Italian, Danish envoys concerns over tariff classification

Authorities direct that practice of declaring exports under general trade codes be discontinued

Google, Telenor partner with govt as schools introduce AI curriculum, 1,000 scholarships planned by 2030

ADB adviser calls for Provincial Finance Commission, shift to pre-arranged support

Well now contributes approximately 10% of Pakistan's total crude oil production

Aurangzeb says govt assessing second, third-round effects of crisis on economic indicators

Banks may open accounts for licensed virtual asset firms under strict AML compliance

Caution decline in activity may reduce tax collection by Rs25b per week

Says the government considers buying ‌liquefied natural gas on the spot market to offset supply disruptions

PVARA chairman terms it a foundational step in bringing virtual assets ​into the formal financial system of Pakistan

Iran's UN envoy calls US maritime blockade 'clear act of aggression'

Says he might come to Islamabad if deal is achieved, praises PM Shehbaz and CDF Munir once again

US adviser Aryeh Lightstone met Hamas negotiator in Cairo, joined by Nickolay Mladenov, CNN says

Invites Israeli PM and Lebanon’s president to White House, calling it first meaningful talks between two countries

436,408 dog bite cases in 22 months, but govt shows little interest in resolving the issue

'People of Palestine and Lebanon deserve action and accountability, not concerns and condolences,' says joint letter

Slams leaders who use religious language to justify wars, urges 'decisive change of course'

A senior Iranian official said gaps narrowed, including over managing the Strait of Hormuz route

Fires burn in parts of capital with firefighters working to control multiple blazes

EU also working on measures targeting jet fuel supply but still in development, ​officials familiar with proposals say

US military ​forces are mounting a blockade on all ships seeking to enter or ​leave Iran

Foreign ministry spokesperson tells Russian media Tehran calls US-Israeli attacks ‘war crimes’

Pakistan has not made any spot LNG purchases after reducing its dependence on imported fossil fuels to 25% from 32%

Country depends on imports ​for 80% of fuel needs

'Current situation has reached critical stage between war and peace, and a window for peace is opening,' says Wang Yi

The result leaves Los Blancos six points behind Barcelona

They moved two points clear of the relegation zone

The midfielder will miss Sunday's match

Jasmine Paolini defeated Himeno Sakatsume 6-3, 6-1

They secured a 61-run victory over Rawalpindi

Manager vows to stay next season

He lauded the women's team for their 8–0 victory

Mendis stars in 76-run victory as Zalmi move second in table

WAPDA dominated the team events and women’s doubles

The teams are set to play three ODIs and three T20Is at the National Bank Stadium

Ollie Watkins scored twice to beat Bologna 3-1

Mendis’ century and Babar’s unbeaten 87 powered a 159-run victory

The tournament will feature more than 200 international players

He departed the season-ending 50-overs domestic final before the end of the game

The Dutch driver has recently hinted at possible dissatisfaction