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NADRA has begun phased issuance of a chipless National Identity Card, replacing the standard card from Aug 14

Tank DPO says the victims have been identified as Azizur Rehman and Mohammad Gul

Says historical precedents show lasting conflict resolutions stem from organised pol dialogue, not militant coercion

Green-shirts return to global showpiece after eight years

Of the 36 people treated by ambulance services, 14 were hospitalised, according to health officials

He picked up the injury while fielding for his team Sparco Paints Pakistan Gold

Google celebrates Pakistan’s 80th Independence Day with a special Doodle highlighting the national flag

PPDA postpones planned nationwide strike after gov assurance of an increase in dealers’ margins on petroleum products

The incident took place during the fifth delivery of Starc’s 21st over

He came under renewed fire this week in an open letter

Mir Ziaullah Langau escaped unhurt as police exchanged fire with unidentified gunmen

Alaves will face Getafe in the opening match

Pakistan pacer Mohammad Ali says discipline bowling can help seamers exploit English conditions

From flag-filled tributes and nostalgic messages to calls for change, stars share their thoughts on August 14

The visitors are battling with injuries to key players

Leaders pay tribute to Pakistan Movement heroes, martyrs while calling for national solidarity and stronger future

She secured a comfortable 6-2, 6-3 win in the final

Foreign minister stresses implementing Islamabad MoU 'in letter and spirit', exchanges views with Chinese ambassador

Someone painted 'Clean hands Dirty $' on one surface, splattering the area with red and green paint

From early patriotic 'naghmas' to pop and rock anthems, these songs trace Pakistan’s evolving musical identity

Over 360mm rain falls in 24 hours, leaves 20,000 households without power as soldiers dispatched to aid relief efforts

The Green-shirts down Japan 53-25 in the semi-final in Hong Kong

Seasoned batter Chamari Athapaththu will continue to lead the side

Marco Rubio highlights cooperation with Islamabad in trade, energy, counterterrorism and regional mediation

Turkish official says agencies found no evidence backing assassination claims ahead of Ankara's July NATO summit

From midnight radio broadcasts to a last-minute flag, read how the nation took shape after 1947

Commodity vessel transits remain lower than month's daily average as shipping risk persists

Somali referee missed 2026 World Cup after US visa denial

He claimed six wickets on international debut

The tournament will be held in Kazan from August 27 to September 1

Flag-hoisting ceremonies held nationwide; public places adorned with lights and national flags

Saudi crown prince, US CENTCOM chief discuss regional tensions, Saudi media says

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Three-member bench takes up pleas on Aug 18

Islamabad seeks Oslo offshore oil and gas investment

Iran: Trump's Hormuz control claim a 'lie'

Cautions against mistaking restraint for weakness Terms Makkah defence pact a promise of peace President, CDF at

Turkey lays out plans for Makkah pact

Extensive plantation activities will be carried out across a large area in Speen Khak

Malakand vehicle registration deadline, unclear rules fuel concern

Pakistani flag ascends the mast across the country

Special lighting arrangements have also been made at prominent buildings, banks, court buildings, other public places

Power-loom worker abducted, tortured to death

Police records show that Adeel had lodged the complaint at Shafiqabad police station in December 2024

District Police Officer Dr Asad Ijaz Malhi took notice of the incident and directed police to arrest the suspect

Woman allegedly strangled days after marrying man of her choice

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Flags, buntings and green-and-white decoration material remain in high demand

Islamabad High Court flags flawed investigations in four cases

UNESCO Tentative List now features country's 37 historic and cultural sites

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