Latest
-
Govt reverses tariff cuts on imports
Duties reinstated on 285 items; phased reduction plan slowed to avoid job loss
-
The lives no one looks at
In a city that refuses to see them, women survive on threadbare hope, sewing stories no one stops to hear
-
The day after doctrine: Russia’s nuclear dilemma & the South Asian precedent
As thresholds dissolve and deterrence becomes theatre-specific, nuclear restraint risks becoming obsolete
-
Teachers in turmoil
Every summer, silence falls over classrooms with the sad sighs of teachers dismissed without warning
-
The war that ended, the suffering that didn’t
In Hiroshima, John Hersey holds a mirror to today's fractured global order
-
From hospital wards to AI hubs
A Pakistani doctor is redefining global health through data, dignity & a vision that sees systems as they should be
-
Kashmir struggle legitimate: COAS
Field Marshal Asim says India deliberately escalating tensions
-
Two arrested for human trafficking, visa fraud
The arrests were made during major operations in different parts of the city
-
Govt denies PTI's claims on Bushra's health
The Punjab Home department maintained that both Khan and Bibi had been provided Class-A jail facilities
-
PM holds out an olive branch to PTI
Informal exchange between PM, Gohar during NA marks apparent thaw in long deadlock
-
Rain havoc grounds light aircraft in Karachi
CAA directed that all single-engine planes be grounded as a safety measure
-
Power sector financial stability reviewed
The DPM/FM chaired a meeting to review matters related to the power sector
-
Election Commission faces troll post-reserved seats verdict
Commission rejects 'baseless propaganda'
-
Pakistan reaffirms unwavering belief in multilateralism
At 80th anniversary of UN Charter's signing, Islamabad reminds the world of Kashmir dispute
-
Tarar blames Gandapur for Swat tragedy
The minister held the PTI government in K-P responsible for the tragedy, which is mourned by the entire nation
-
PM hails arbitration court's supplemental award over IWT
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed satisfaction over Bloomberg report on stability in Pakistani economy
-
$18.7m pandemic response launched
WHO, FAO, and ADB to support 'One Health Initiative'
-
Behind Wimbledon's floral magic
How Martyn Falconer readies grounds for tennis's most elegant fortnight
-
Brad Pitt's Los Angeles home burglarised
Actor was travelling to promote 'F1'
-
Shefali Jariwala of 'Kaanta Laga' dies aged just 42
Actor-model's sudden passing stuns fans and friends
-
Louis Vuitton's ship-shaped shop wows the crowd
LVMH hopes immersive design can revive Shanghai sales
-
Neeru Bajwa unfollows 'Sardaar Ji' co-star Hania
Move comes amid boycott calls for film
-
Authors hit Microsoft with piracy lawsuit
New case alleges AI trained on existing books
-
Prosecutors take final aim at Combs
Music mogul's fate rests on damning testimony
-
Al-Hilal captain Al-Dawsari out with Injury
Meanwhile, Chelsea's travel plan derailed by group-stage slip-up
-
Jamaica's Fraser-Pryce qualifies for 9th World Championships
The three-time Olympic gold medallist clocked 10.91sec to finish third in the 100m final
-
Norris fastest in final Austrian GP practice
He lapped with a best time of one minute 04.324 seconds
-
PHF names squad for U-18 Asia Cup
The team will depart for China on June 30
-
Aus win first Test as WI batting collapses
Josh Hazlewood claimed a fifer as the hosts were bowled out for 141
-
PSL 11 preparations in limbo
Key decisions remain unresolved, with the new CEO Salman Naseer yet to form his team
-
Sri Lanka crush Bangladesh in second Test to seal series
The hosts completed a thumping innings and 78-run victory
-
Dates for Asia Cup 2025 revealed
UAE and Sri Lanka are likely to co-host the event
-
Agri sector: solving the implementation impasse
Agriculture sector this year has been poor with a fall in production of most major crops and overall growth of 0.56%
-
Israel-Iran conflict — how the world will change post-war
There is all the likelihood of another sovereign state being bullied and attacked by a ruthless power
-
Kashmore's criminality: a way forward?
The citizens of Kashmore recently travelled to Islamabad to protest the rampant criminality
-
Climate brunt on Asia
Asia's increased vulnerability to climate change also puts some of the world's most vast mountainous areas at risk
-
Heavier gas burden
The lack of a progressive taxation model and repeated reliance on indirect levies do not show fiscal prudence
-
Reserved seats
This was fait accompli for PTI, as its logic and argument on the reserved seats was found untenable
-
Pakistan's poverty is political
A middle-aged bakery salesman I know was earning Rs7,500 until recently
-
Ginny & Georgia review: a story as messy as life itself
Ginny & Georgia is a raw, unfiltered look at the ties that bind us, break us, and redeem us
-
Pakistan’s financial inclusion test: a tap away but still out of reach?
Mobile wallets are rising, but trust, gender gap & low usage reveal deeper challenges
-
The Iran-Israel War: lessons learnt & unlearnt
The war carries profound geostrategic, political & military implications for the broader region & the world
-
AI breakthrough helps detect hidden apps on smartphones
Study finds machine learning can detect hidden vault apps on Android with up to 98% accuracy, aiding digital forensics
-
G7 agrees on tax exemption framework for US, UK companies
The group has created a 'side-by-side' system after the US agreed to scrap Section 899 from Trump's tax bill
-
President, PM condemn North Waziristan attack, vow to defeat terrorism
Both leaders paid tribute to the martyred soldiers and lauded security forces for killing 14 terrorists in exchange
-
At least 31 dead in rain-related incidents across Punjab, K-P
PMD warns initial monsoon spell bringing heavy rain from Islamabad to Karachi, with more expected in coming days
-
Nepra cuts power tariff by Rs4.03 for Karachi consumers
A reduction of Rs0.50 per unit has been approved for consumers in other parts of the country
-
Pakistan, Turkiye aim for $5b trade volume to deepen bilateral relations
Turkiye aims to boost trade with Pakistan through cooperation in energy, mining, education, and transport
-
Turkish defence minister commends PAF's role in conflict with India
Yaşar Güler conveys Turkiye’s desire to bolster defence relations through deeper industry-to-industry collaboration
-
Seeking conflict with nuclear power is 'sheer stupidity', warns DG ISPR
Iran is Pakistan’s brotherly neighbour, support in conflict with Israel is principled, says chief army spokesperson
-
WCLA reaches significant progress in Anarkali Tomb restoration
Restoration project started in July 2024 at cost of Rs124 million and expected to be completed by June 2026
-
Pakistan defeat China 2-1 to reach U18 Asia Cup semi-finals
Pakistan edge past China to remain unbeaten and move onto the semi-finals on July 10, where they will face Malaysia
-
PAF tactics catch China's strategic eye
Chinese defence delegation visits Air HQ; Multi-domain Ops termed model for warfare; J-10C, PL-15 effectiveness
-
149 held in Faisalabad Ponzi raid
149 held in Faisalabad Ponzi raid
-
SJC meeting summoned after seven-month hiatus
The council is presently examining various complaints of misconduct against superior court judges
-
NAB summons officers of civic bodies over 'betterment levy'
Sindh govt's civic agencies fight over share in fee collected from builders to improve infrastructure
-
Turkish delegation reaches Pakistan for official visit
Discussion on furthering bilateral ties, regional and defence cooperation on the cards
-
Top Turkish officials to arrive in Pakistan today
Turkey's foreign ministers will discuss bilateral ties, regional issues, and defence industry cooperation
-
Actress found dead in Karachi flat
After breaking open the main door, police found Humaira's body lying inside one of the rooms
-
'What did you get me, Dada?'
An elderly survivor of Baghdadi building collapse recalls the words of a lost grandchild
-
Rs10bn for new water pipeline in DHA, Karachi
Sindh cabinet green flags key reforms in agriculture, industry and infrastructure
-
PSX falls 826 points amid profit-taking
Weakness in heavyweights, choppy trading drive market lower despite robust volumes
-
Cement makers in race to buy PIA
Cabinet committee also approves joint venture model for sale of Roosevelt Hotel
-
Govt making policy on old data
Aurangzeb slams PBS for decade-old, unreliable economic indicators
-
SECP registers record 35,000 companies
Regulator developing AI-based feature to streamline incorporations
-
PSX ends flat despite hitting peak at 134k
KSE-100 index edges up 33 points as investors lock in profit at higher valuations
-
Merger deals bring $50m foreign investment
Competition Commission approved 69 M&A transactions in FY25
-
Women-focused skill programmes launched
NAVTTC adopts Chinese models to reform vocational training
-
Pakistan, Russia discuss steel mill revival
Want to make mill modern metallurgical facility
-
Gold rises despite global decline
Jumps Rs1,500/tola; exchange firm exits market amid tightening regulations
-
Govt plans to cut container dwell time by 70%
Forms committee tasked with identifying concrete steps to remove procedural hurdles
-
Trade with regional countries reaches $4.1b
China comes on top as shipments hit $2.6b in July-May FY25
-
Gold prices climb in local market after global surge
The global price of gold rose to $3,325 per ounce, which triggered a corresponding rise in local rates
-
Govt lifts cap on bureaucrats' fee
Despite push from PM and DPM, compliance fails; austerity measures continue
-
Stocks fall, dollar up on tariffs plan
US will impose 25% levies on goods from Japan and South Korea
-
Bank stocks, Pak-US deal propel PSX to record
KSE-100 index climbs 1,421 points, settles at 133,370
-
Russia hits Ukraine with largest drone, missile attack of war
Air force says Russia launched 728 drones, 13 missiles, surpassing previous record of 550 set last week
-
Trump met with PM Netanyahu for 'second time' to discuss Gaza ceasefire deal
At least 105 Palestinians have been killed and 530 injured in Israeli attacks in 24 hours
-
UAE refutes rumours on lifetime Golden Visas for select nationalities
Officials warn against paying fees to entities spreading false Golden Visa claims
-
Trump considers taking over DC government, chides NY
Terms Mamdani 'rubbish', says will straighten out New York from Washington
-
IAF Jaguar fighter jet crashes in India's Rajasthan
Pilot's condition remains unclear, says SHO
-
Gujarat bridge collapse kills 10 in India
Ex-gratia payment of INR2 lakh from the PMNRF for next of kin of each deceased announced
-
Texas flood death toll mounts to 109
Over 180 people yet missing as search teams press through mounds of mud-encrusted debris
-
Air India crash probe focuses on fuel switches ahead of preliminary report
Preliminary report on Air India jet crash is expected by Friday
-
Iran's FM makes first post-war visit to Saudi Arabia
Araqchi discusses bilateral relations, regional development with Saudi counterpart
-
Five Israeli soldiers killed in Gaza
Deadliest figure comes as Netanyahu visits Washington
-
ICC issues arrest warrants of top Taliban leaders
Warrants issued over persecution of women
-
Eight killed, dozens missing in Nepal floods
Floods wash away 'Friendship Bridge' at border
-
Pakistan defeat China 2-1 to reach U18 Asia Cup semi-finals
Pakistan edge past China to remain unbeaten and move onto the semi-finals on July 10, where they will face Malaysia
-
Laurent Mekies appointed Red Bull Racing CEO after Christian Horner exit
Laurent Mekies takes over as Red Bull Racing CEO following Christian Horner’s immediate dismissal after 20-year tenure
-
Christian Horner dismissed as Red Bull Racing team principal after two decades
Christian Horner has been removed as Red Bull Racing team principal following internal tensions and loss of authority.
-
Apple in talks to acquire US broadcasting rights for Formula 1
Apple is in talks for broadcasting rights following the success of 'F1: The Movie,' according to the Financial Times
-
Harry Brook overtakes Joe Root to become No. 1 Test batter in ICC rankings
Harry Brook’s sensational 158 in Edgbaston has propelled him to the top of ICC Test rankings, overtaking Joe Root
-
Joao Pedro double against Fluminense takes Chelsea to FIFA Club World Cup final
Chelsea will now face either Real Madrid or PSG in Sunday's final for a chance to become inaugural CWC winners
-
Spain sweep aside Belgium
The result guarantees the Spaniards progress to the knockout stage
-
Deepti Sharma on cusp of gaining top spot in rankings
Players from England, India make gains in latest top batters' list
-
Swiatek into Wimbledon quarter-finals
She defeated Clara Tauson 6-4, 6-1
-
SA complete easy victory over ZIM
Captain Wiaan Mulder starred with a record-setting triple ton
-
Djokovic stays on track for Wimbledon glory
He found rhythm to win 1-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 against Alex de Minaur
-
McCullum says Archer 'ready to go' against India
He was in the squad for the second Test but did not feature in the game
-
David dismisses ODI return for Australia
The batter confirms he is not planning to play domestic List A cricket
-
Pak name squad for BD T20Is
Salman Ali Agha's men are scheduled to arrive in Dhaka on July 16
-
Williamson, Bracewell skip Zim tour
The Black Caps will play two Tests against Zimbabwe