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How did Imran Khan falter so profoundly in the far more demanding arena of politics?

The manner of Saturday's defeat to England is difficult to ignore

All and sundry in high offices have touted Pakistan's demographic dividend as a catalyst for future success

The administration is struggling to keep its promises of embracing diversity and forming an inclusive government

A type of injustice when one is deprived of access to art or beauty

Decision follows talks at Governor House, with transporters resuming operations as several demands are addressed

The forward has scored 976 goals for club and country during ‌a ⁠career spanning more than two decades

While street vending provides livelihoods, children, women and elderly people are increasingly used to evoke sympathy

Foreign ministers of eight countries say Israel bears responsibility for obstructing efforts to end the war in Gaza

Candidates may submit their nomination papers by Aug 20

Party workers gather outside Karachi Governor House; Zafar says JI will take issues to their logical conclusion

PDMA Punjab issues weather alert of the sixth spell of monsoon rains across the province

Pontiff urges action to advance two-state solution amid surge of attacks by Israeli settlers

Green-shirts need victory to revive World Cup hopes as they face Wales

She will face former record-holder Gretchen Walsh

Democrats lead Republicans 44% to 39% ahead of November midterms, Financial Times poll shows

Options include sanctions on Chinese refiners and banks, land blockade, new secondary tariffs

Sevilla struck in stoppage time to edge Rayo 2-1

Over 90 people, 45 pets rescued as record-high water surges along White River

The tourists ended the opening day on 288-2

France’s star surged to 200m butterfly gold in one minute and 51.72 seconds

Rockets launched 38.5 minutes apart for Globalstar, US Space Force, with second booster marking 650th Falcon landing

Captain says team will assess its make-up ahead of Mackay Test

Renewed Houthi attacks shatter 2022 truce with Saudi-backed government

Shah’s solid hundred powers Afghanistan to a comfortable win

His funeral prayers were later offered at Bannu Police Lines with full state honours

Familiar with Yorkshire’s home ground, Saud says the conditions could offer more bounce

Supporters viewed his wish to leave as a sign of a lack of commitment to the club

Around 290 dead, 140 missing, 4,000 others injured as rescuers sift through rubble in Cali, Pereira

He beat Garry by unanimous decision to seal a record 17th straight UFC win

Fatima Sana will lead the sides in the vital tournaments

3,500 military, police officers deployed as nearly a thousand aftershocks follow quake

PHF plans to expand hockey infrastructure, strengthen coaching and create a merit-based pathway

Surridge and Mukhtar scored second-half goals for the hosts

PPP minister Nasir Shah hits back at MQM-P, says Sindh will not be divided but MQM could be

Tirante advanced to the third round after defeating the 24-time Grand Slam champion 2-6, 6-4, 6-4

Mehidy Hasan Miraz finished with five wickets in the second innings

In India, pressure on journalists isn’t arrests or cases, but the exhaustion of an increasingly hostile environment

Grand churches inspired awe, but the memory of a quiet nurse reshaped what faith and vocation came to mean

The resurgence of book clubs signals a welcome revival of literary culture

Why we savour crime on screen while fearing it in real life

Announces $30,000 reward for anyone who kills or captures US soldier involved in an 'act of aggression'

Stepping away from a relentless work culture is sometimes the only way to reclaim health, creativity and sense of self

Terrorists involved in looting, extortion, kidnapping, targeted killings, planning suicide attacks in Kharan, Lajay

Once a family pastime, the board game is finding a new life at chai hotels

The SC’s bridal jewellery verdict confronts women’s economic independence, dignity and control over property

Building a megaproject like Diamar-Bhasha means losing thousands of years of Buddhist heritage

The generation that lived through Partition is disappearing — and taking its memories with it

He collected funds and transferred them to Waziristan through TTP-linked Easypaisa accounts, says Rangers spokesperson

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President Zardari, PM Shehbaz urge nation to uphold the teachings of the Holy Prophet (PBUH)

Ikram Sehgal hopes that the two French diplomats will play the role of goodwill ambassadors between Pakistan, France

Court directs the cops to complete the probe at the earliest and submit the challan

The newly elected AJK prime minister will take the oath between 4pm and 5pm on August 27

PM Shehbaz forms high-level inquiry committee, suspends health secretary

​​​​​​​Reprimands legal representative for flouting court order, not producing petitioner’s original answer sheet

Kamal says PM has ordered investigation and that 'nothing will be hidden', with all evidence to be brought forward

Witnesses describe chaotic, harrowing scenes and intense smoke, guards reportedly preventing them from leaving ward

FM Dar lauds British MPs' support for Pakistan-UK relations, Kashmir cause

Adviser to FinMin says discussions with the US over the proposed facility have been 'constructive'

Apex court registrar rejects early fixation request

NA speaker says government realises seriousness of quorum issue, to ensure attendance

Saudi delegation explores new investment avenues

SBP designing new currency with enhanced security features

Govt-opposition face off over SC order compliance

Power Division says corrective action can save Rs380m annually

Gains in banks, fertiliser stocks offset losses in energy, tech shares

PVARA, SBP studying digitally native sovereign note to improve diaspora access

PAAPAM urges PM to keep non-transfer condition on used-car imports

Officials directed to build on this momentum through market diversification and stronger business-to-business linkages

Applications rise 52% as access to finance expands; agriculture, SME financing targets set

Down Rs600 per tola; rupee inches up to 277.52/$

Senate panel told energy costs, financing, taxes hit exports, FDI rarely exceeds $2b

Wood Mackenzie hired for feasibility report on $500m strategic oil storage

Differences remain with IMF over award of direct contracts to state enterprises

Brent crude futures down $2.96, or 3.21%, to $89.21 a barrel; WTI down $2.84, or 3.34%, at $82.17

ECC sets up negotiation team to clear path for US GSA redevelopment plan

FESCO, GEPCO, IESCO bidders will inherit Rs648b liabilities; documents show IMF condition may be violated

Bitcoin is up 28% so far in August, ⁠set for its biggest monthly gain since November 2024

President calls for connectivity, infrastructure and livelihoods for local people

Donlad Trump wants to permanently raise the fee ‌from between $2,000 and $5,000 to more than $100,000

Iran says Hormuz transit route with Oman will be 7 miles wide

Agreement would allow US companies to export civilian nuclear technology to the kingdom, sent to Congress on Monday

Brent crude futures fell $2.30, or 2.6%, to $86.28; WTI down $2.08, or 2.53%, at $80.29

Doha calls for international action to force Israel to respect the 1974 Disengagement Agreement and halt incursions

Atomic Technologies Licensed for Applications at Sea to be unveiled at IAEA event

Global training initiative launched at embassies, consulates: appointments for visa services ​will adjust

Punjab CM seeks benefits from corporate farming experience

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Hamas-linked committees issue warning as Israel threatens action over kites and balloons

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Dhaka views defence alliance invitation positively

Agree to continue search for boundary settlement

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Both people were unvaccinated Lancaster County residents

Bowling coach is happy with Babar’s recovery, hopes captain will return

Source says Olympic champion has not informed the PSB before departure

Hosts still need 39 runs to avoid follow-on with two wickets in hand

The spinner has breached Article 2.2 of the ICC Code of Conduct in the second Test

He urges England to stop making “stupid mistakes” away from cricket

Los Blancos revamped their squad this summer

The visitors need a disciplined all-round effort to level the series

Both athletes received exceptional invitations for ‌the meet

The Czech star challenges the ban over her refusal to take an out-of-competition test

Captain says such games build pressure-handling skills

Goals from Joao Pedro, Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer give a 3-2 win over Fulham

The 44-year-old plans to enjoy the occasion with former rivals and his family

The fast bowler is unavailable for the second Test as the regulator probes the incident

Under-17 volleyballers engineer straight-sets win to progress to the round of 16

Pacer Naveen-ul-Haq returns to the team, which will be led by Ibrahim Zadran