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Key strategist’s death adds to instability, raising fears of wider regional escalation

Six districts left without customary aid; beneficiaries struggle amid soaring inflation

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Pindi and Islamabad experience hazardous pollen levels

Freight costs for transporting containers from Karachi to Rawalpindi, Peshawar rises from Rs360,000 to Rs635,000

Exposure to weather and lack of security lead to deterioration and theft of parts

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Bugti vows to end educational backwardness

Artificial intelligence has made access cheap and immediate

Global Peace Index 2025 places Pakistan at number 144 out of 163 countries due to the frequency of political upheavals

Pakistan is deploying AI in education without a dedicated governance policy

As Eid approaches, the promise of celebration feels increasingly out of step with the country's economic reality

Gul Plaza was not built as it was meant to be built

Despite assurances of a considerate hearing, Khan's sons' visa applications have been pending for more than two months

Over the decades, Khamenei proved less a transitional figure and more a consolidator of the system

Deal allows rights-holding broadcast partners to stream the first 10 minutes of every match on their YouTube channels

Iran granted MT Karachi special permission to transit, vessel enters Pakistan waters with 80m litres of crude

The trip will now take place in about five or six weeks

Larijani played a larger role than Iran’s new leader Mojtaba Khamenei early in the war

Iran has not commented on the claim

Aurangzeb, Naqvi call for transparent and foolproof remittance system

Says all banks would remain closed on March 20 and 21, Friday and Saturday, on account of Eidul Fitr holidays

Says ⁠it provides and will continue 'to provide Cuba with the necessary support, including financial support'

The 35-year-old has been without a club since leaving Pumas

Kallas says Europe may help restore Hormuz navigation, likely through diplomacy, not force

Arokodare scored late equliser to secure a 2-2 draw

Even as Trump boasts of success, the regime in Tehran remains intact and operational

Ben Stokes' tourists went down to a 4-1 series loss to Australia

She fired home the winner in the 58th minute of the game

DPM Dar chairs review meeting, orders measures to facilitate and support Pakistanis in region

'I ​cannot in good conscience support the ongoing war ⁠in Iran,' says Joseph Kent

Ecosystem strained by climate, shipping, then worsened by US-Israel war and Iran response

Demands Israel and the United States first be 'brought to ​their knees'

Ambassador Asim urges India to distance itself from Islamophobic incidents, punish those responsible for such acts

PMO says day will be observed with dignity, respect through simple flag-hoisting ceremonies

Both leaders exchange views on regional developments, particularly the situation in Afghanistan

The franchise will undergo a major rebuild with its camp starting March 22 under captain Ashton Turner

Dar conveys his condolences over the loss of precious lives in the conflict and expresses hope for early resolution

Their participation at this summer's finals has been thrown into doubt since the war began

The Pakistani spinner was signed for the Hundred

The hosts bowled out the Proteas for 107

Pakistan’s ambassador to Iran says borders operational, ‘green channels’ ensuring flow of goods

Benchmark index remained highly volatile as investors alternated between buying and selling

Cites humanitarian crisis, calls for ceasefire

Blaze of USS Gerald R Ford left over 600 sailors without beds amid the Iran war

Islamabad says it precisely targeted terrorist ammunition depots, Taliban used 2023 image to allege 400 dead

IB to present monitoring reports on the enforcement of austerity and energy-saving steps

Iran security chief criticises countries hosting US bases, defends strikes on regional targets

Directs PNSC to arrange ships to increase exports via maritime routes

Says Pakistan stands shoulder to shoulder with Saudi Arabia, just as it supports Pakistan through thick and thin

Warns that such unwarranted aggression could undermine ongoing peaceful efforts, conducive environment for dialogue

Aurangzeb says domestic oil and gas prices are under review, while reassuring that country’s reserves remain stable

FO calls strikes dangerous escalation as Pakistan's mediation between US, Iran enters 'critical, sensitive' stage

Residents advised to avoid unnecessary outdoor activities during peak daytime hours

Qatar, Turkiye, Jordan also reject Ben-Gvir's incursion into mosque, call it flagrant violation of international law

Accuses government of not inviting in meetings, says commission should increase when fuel prices rise

Injured are immediately shifted to a nearby hospital, where they are receiving medical treatment

Public meetings, processions, sit-ins, protests, demonstrations, and rallies will not be allowed during this period

Approximately 6.7 million people will receive Rs2,000 per account, says senior Sindh minister

About 40% of Pakistan's petrol is used to fuel the 30 million two-wheelers and three-wheeled rickshaws

Court directs jail authorities to arrange the meeting and set it for 2pm, while adjourning the case till Thursday

Ambassador Jiang says the plan for Iran war has received ‘wide attention and support’

Additional counters are set up to handle increased workload efficiently

Earlier, selling pressure gripped PSX as investor sentiment turned sharply negative amid geopolitical uncertainty

Pakistan faces rising fuel costs due to imports; govt balances price hikes with targeted subsidies and relief measures

Dollar nears highs as markets brace for US deadline on Hormuz reopening

Calls proposed model misplaced that will require year-round subsidies

Cabinet told diesel stocks provide 25 days cover as Ogra dashboard faces reporting shortfall

800,000 women open digital wallets as IT ministry pushes inclusion under four-year KOICA

Banks given one day to process receipts as Form R no longer required for every transaction

Govt commits to publishing asset declarations of top civil servants by Dec

KSE-100 index gains 809 points, though oil surge worries investors

Meat policy finalised as 300,000 traceable livestock available for export, SAPM told

Seeks access to finance to scale up production, meet consumer demand

It will allow investors to earn returns while supporting businesses and projects that meet certain standards

Gold stable; jewellers demand independent regulator after talks fail

Says Pakistan's clear capability to fulfil commitments reinforce mutual trust rather than any strain

KSE-100 dropped over 2,400 points at midday amid concerns over further escalation between US and Iran 

Qatar, Turkiye, Jordan also reject Ben-Gvir's incursion into mosque, call it flagrant violation of international law

Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian says Iranians ready to 'sacrifice their lives' to defend Iran

Police officers pull out guns, take cover as shots ring out for at least 10 minutes near permanent security checkpoint

Yassamin Ansari introduces ‘Articles of Impeachment’ against war secretary, calling him ‘complicit’ in ‘illegal war’

Taiwan opposition pushes 'peace' visit to China amid rising cross-strait tensions

Vietnam breaks with tradition as To Lam takes dual leadership roles

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Fire erupts at Sheskharis oil terminal in Black Sea port

Plan aims to bolster China's energy security amid global shocks

Orion capsule enters moon's gravitational sphere of influence

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Proposes 10-point plan to end regional conflicts, provide safe Strait of Hormuz passage, and lift sanctions

China’s leader stressed hydropower, ecology, and safe, orderly expansion of nuclear power

After Trump's ​threat, an Iranian official has said Iran would not open the strait as part of a temporary ceasefire

Jayapal, Jackson visited Cuba, citing suffering from Trump's fuel embargo they call illegal

He is due to appear in court on May 7

The 27-year-old clocked 48.39 seconds to secure Australian Open title

The decision was taken during the 36th Board meeting

Politano scored in the 79th minute to beat Milan 1-0

He was defeated 7-5, 7-5 by Sebastian Baez

They requested to move Group G matches to Mexico

His immediate focus is the Champions League clash at Camp Nou

Both sides meet again in Champions League

Farhan and Philippe’s 110-run partnership sealed a seven-wicket win

He will face Wawrinka or Baez in his opening match

The 31-year-old will depart as a free agent

Martinez scored twice on his return as Milan thrashed Roma 5-2

The Yorkshire club are in the semi-finals for the first time since 1987

They beat Quetta Gladiators by six wickets

A total of 17 teams from across the country are participating in the league