Pakistan
More News
-
Increasing power: Coal mining in salt range approved
Prospecting at Central Salt Range and Badin may help electrify Pakistan.
-
Taliban extend ceasefire by six days
Spokesman says all TTP members have been directed to suspend operations against govt and security forces.
-
Talks with Taliban: Bilawal blames govt for ‘creating a mess’
Blames ex-rulers for drought in Thar; claims govt is pursuing ‘personalisation’, not privatisation.
-
First-ever democratic transition: 17 million Afghans go to vote today
Over 400,000 security, intelligence personnel deployed; voting begins 7:30 am.
-
With less than one bus for every 1,000 students, KU’s transport facility needs complete overhaul
Students are forced to look for alternatives as overcrowded buses require maintenance.
-
Power initiative: K-Electric to switch to coal, says NEPRA
Company to convert unit number three, four at Bin Qasim.
-
Currency: Rupee steady against dollar
The rupee ended steady at 98.07/98.13 against the dollar to remain at almost par with Thursday’s close of 98.10/98.15.
-
Inflation: Index up 0.09% during week
SPI for the combined groups decreased by 0.3%; down from 212.78 points in the previous week to 212.72 points this week
-
Improvement: PTCL striving towards growth
Access to latest telecommunication solutions has helped increase the flow of market information.
-
Ways to discipline: ‘Standing murghas’ transport visitors back to school
Sculptures by Fahim Rao can be taken home for Rs35,000 each after exhibition ends on April 14 .
-
In a religiously diverse Asia, Pakistan one of the least diverse: Report
Interestingly, Saudi Arabia is more diverse than Pakistan, while the US and the UK are less diverse than North Korea.
-
PIA sacks 300 employees for having fake degrees
Out of the 6,000 degrees verified by various universities and institutions, 350 degrees turned out to be fake.
-
India knock out South Africa for World Twenty20 final
India will battle with Sri Lanka in the final in Dhaka on Sunday for the World T20 trophy.
-
Because spring is scarf season
The spring/summer scarf makes for an easy and affordable way to dress up your wardrobe.
-
Did you know? : Asad Ahmed launches his own mobile app
Legendary Pakistani guitarist Asad Ahmed recently revealed the news about the launch of his own mobile app.
-
Street Child World Cup: Pakistan edge Philippines to go through to semi-finals
The Pakistani boys stepped up their game and defeated them 3-2.
-
A poetic interchange: from Mirza Ghalib to Ziaul Haq
Arfa Sayeda Zehra and Zehra Nigah captivate the audience with poetry and life lessons.
-
Vasay Chaudhry - more than just a 25-minute sitcom writer
After reshaping comedy on television, Chaudhry is now earning his spurs in the world of cinema.
-
Property dispute in Bannu leaves nine dead and four injured
The dispute was reportedly between two cousins.
-
'Martyrs never die': ZAB was not a person, he was an ideology
Bilwal criticises government for its policies, particularly those on terrorism and privatisation.
-
Jaishul Adl rebels free captured Iranian soldiers
The guards are believed to have been taken into Pakistan after being kidnapped on February 6.
-
Rs1.56 billion worth of hashish seized from Karachi
DIG East says suspects offered Rs80m to release truck in which drugs were hidden.
-
No takers for Afridi in Caribbean Premier League
None of the 6 franchises selected Shahid Afridi, while Ajmal, Tanvir, Hafeez, Shehzad and others made the cut.
-
TTP extend ceasefire till April 10
Mujahideen have been ordered to cease all activities against government for this period: Shahidullah Shahid
-
Bhutto’s death anniversary: AJK govt declares holiday
In Mirpur, a special ceremony will be held at the local PPP secretariat.
-
Wall construction: Reply sought from Cantt Board, police
Court adjourns hearing till April 14, seeks replies from respondents.
-
Security Measures: Police stations get additional staff
Operations AIG claims special police pickets, enhanced patrolling measures have helped curb crimes in recent past.
-
Short circuit: Fire erupts in Utility Store outlet
No casualty reported, police estimate losses at Rs6 million.
-
Terror bid foiled: Huge cache of weapons seized
Suspect, Mehrab Gul, shifted to police station for further interrogation, says police spokesperson Raja Fiaz.
-
Public health: Four nominated for board of governors
Health department nominates Mir Aijaz Hussain Khan, Dr BH Khanam, MPA Muqeem Khan Khoso, Dur Muhammad Hashim Qureshi
-
Infrastructure development: ‘Rs174m given to improve roads in Lyari’
Medical facilities in hospitals and dispensaries of Lyari will also be improved to facilitate poor people.
-
Scheduled training: Training unit meets Sindh Police
Three-member delegation of US-based Global Training Unit discusses details of proposed short training courses.
-
Police case: Two booked over anti-state literature
The clauses of the case pertain to treason charges.
-
Passing-out parade: CJCSC urges PAF operational readiness
Gen Mahmood says profession of arms requires unflinching courage and dedication to ensure defence of nation.
-
Balochistan’s concern: Increase in educational budget hinted
Balochistan Chief Minister’s adviser on education expresses displeasure over grim education situation in...
-
Development: ‘Govt committed to education’
MPA Hammad Nawaz Tipu says parents also responsible for enrolling their children in school.
-
Security: Police to get 2,000 bulletproof jackets
Govt’s decision to procure jackets would improve security situation in province, police spokesperson says.
-
Basic rights: Tribesmen face acute water shortage
Tribal elder demands political administration take action against land owner.
-
Alleged corruption: NAB arrests revenue dept official
Accused allegedly accumulated assets disproportionate to his legal sources of income.
-
Mysterious explosion: Boy killed, four injured at Afghan refugee camp
Police say garbage must have contained toy bomb which was triggered by children, eyewitness contests police’s claim.
-
Contaminated injections: SC disposes suo motu case against PINSTECH
Bench observes that news report was not based on relevant facts.
-
Following international practices: Lawyers’ input sought on judges appointment
Panel will forward recommendations to the Parliament after reviewing this report.
-
Presidential polls: Pakistan to tighten security along Afghan border
FO insists elections are essentially an Afghan affair.
-
ZA Bhutto keeps my hope alive
All I can do is hope that Pakistan is gifted with another peace hero soon.
-
In awe of words: Rekindling the magic of storytelling in Urdu
“Baithak” brought back to life celebrated pieces of prose and poetry.
-
Busted: Four members of separate gangs arrested
Members of two criminal gangs, which allegedly snatched vehicles on gun point, were picked up by the Islamabad police.
-
Attack on Express Group: NA panel seeks report within 24 hours
Expresses displeasure over absence of Punjab police chief in the meeting.
-
Mass graves: Tribunal’s report expected within a month
Spokesperson of Balochistan government says culprits responsible for this brutality will be traced.
-
Imagining time travel: Crafting an era of silk and spice
Collection of accent furniture merges style with Oriental aesthetics.
-
Conference: Minister for discouraging extremist tendencies
IIUI organises women seerat conference.

















































