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Women, children and the elderly are forced to walk on roads instead of sidewalks

The anti-corruption department also failed to clarify on whose orders the inquiry was initiated.

Rain-hit Rawalpindi declares around 250 heritage buildings risky for living

The board resolved to prepare recommendations while adhering to legal requirements

Calls exclusion from IGCEP 2025-35 unjust, warns of constitutional breach

JUI-F leads in provincial tally; PML-N, PPP share National Assembly slots

CJ blames administrative failure for 14 drownings; seeks govt report, summons top officers

The fourth group comprises those sitting in legislatures across the Centre and provinces.

Indian military also employed solid-propellant rockets like the Israeli-origin medium-range (250 km) ballistic missile

The recent China-Afghanistan-Pakistan tripartite meeting held at Beijing has rekindled the hopes.

The deficit is entirely due to tax cuts that disproportionately favour the rich.

The state has responded with force — and rightly so.

The PTI too has a blame to share as its political arithmetic was wayward.

Israel is the only country in the Middle Eastern region that has nuclear weapons.

Saad Rafique backs call for political dialogue

The premier will lead Pakistan's delegation and present Islamabad's stance on key regional and global challenges

The writer is the Director of Research at SVI Islamabad. He can be reached at: zafarali@thesvi.org

Met Dept expects heavy rain across province while also issuing a monsoon alert for parts of Sindh

Committee also passes unanimous resolution calling for every possible effort to secure Imran Khan's release

Visit marks the first by a serving PAF chief in over a decade, serves as a strategic milestone for Pak-US defence ties

Profit on the Shuhada Family Welfare Account has been reduced by 24 basis points

Her release comes two days after the LHC ordered it in a case involving unrest and anti-state sloganeering charges

Discussions highlighted desire to institutionalise and strengthen the formal relationship between the PAF and the SAAF

K-P CM says PTI plans to launch nationwide movement after Muharram and will intensify its efforts

Facility is free of charge and provided through an automated temporary mobile registration system

Second Secretary at Pakistan Mission rejects India's claim on Kashmir, citing its role in terror attacks in Pakistan

Court sentenced her in absentia, the first verdict since she was ousted from power in a student-led uprising last year

One bus struck the rear of another, blocking the lane and backing up traffic for several blocks

Italy issued red alerts for 18 cities, while in Germany temperatures were forecast to peak at 40 degrees Celsius

Previous cancellation of PTI candidates’ return on reserved seats rendered void

Artisans are crafting sacred items like Alam, Tazia, which carry powerful spiritual meaning in Muharram rituals

The Serbian great will face Britain's Dan Evans in second round on July 3

At least 16 people were injured in a blast on Nawagai Road in Khar Tehsil, targeting a government vehicle

Urges Hamas to accept deal, release of half of the hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners

Indian users can now view social media accounts of Ahad Raza Mir, Yumna Zaidi, among others

Quad unequivocally condemns all acts of terrorism and violent extremism in all its forms and manifestations: statement

Indian media reports suggest Asia Cup 2025 to begin September 4-5 and conclude on September 21

Inter Miami are in talks to extend Lionel Messi’s contract beyond 2025, with both sides optimistic about a deal

KSE-100 index gains 2,145 points on robust investor interest, driven by banking sector

Any future IAEA access to Iranian nuclear sites will need approval from National Security Council

Urges India to hold talks for lasting peace, stressing need to resolve the Kashmir as per people's aspirations

Trent Alexander-Arnold registers first assist for Real Madrid as Gonzalo Garcia seals 1–0 win over Juventus

Other Central Asian countries have introduced similar laws in recent years

The all-rounder bagged a five-wicket haul in SA’s 328-run victory

The visitors bid to level the series against England

The Brazilian side through to the Club World Cup quarter-finals

He was defeated by France’s Benjamin Bonzi 7-6 (7/2), 3-6, 7-6 (7/3), 6-2

The Serbian still dreams of ending his career as the most successful player in tennis history

Marcos Leonardo scored in an eventful extra-time for the Saudi club

National girls netball team registers narrow 49-39 win

Slashes Rs4.58 per unit for industrial consumers and Rs1.53 for various categories of domestic consumers

Declares Rs10m for Oun Abbas, Rs5m each for martyrs, Rs3m for serious injured, Rs1m each for those with minor injuries

Sharjeel says new e-stamping system will help citizens buy or sell property online through Pakistani missions

No narrative can weaken the bond between the army and the people; our only narrative is Pakistan, say security sources

Paharpur Region DSP, other personnel injured; police gun down commander of terrorists in Bannu

Sohail Afridi also announces free transport service for all colleges in merged districts

PIFD meeting declared null and void for 'malafide intent', rule violations and lack of presidential approval

SHC chief justice approves dedicated judicial commission secretariat within court premises

President comments on shared ties, hopes 'spirit of brotherhood' continues to support prosperity, stability

Party questions rule of law, says failure to protect a lawyer and elected leader raises serious concerns over justice

No official statement has been given by the government regarding the festival

Says burden on 466,000 solar users should not fall on the more than 37.6 million consumers relying on national grid

Friend of court submits seven-page report to SC, praises AG Mansoor Awan, Adiala Jail administration

Resolution honours martyrs as opposition clashes over army, quorum and new laws in NA

Authorities say Gwadar shipment was headed for sea routes to Gulf countries, Yemen, Tanzania

Price per 10 grams rises by Rs1,972 in Pakistan

Governor says agriculture and industry are holding up, and earlier rate cuts are still feeding through

Index drops 187 points as investment, geopolitical concerns weigh on sentiment

Households up to 300 units face new charges as govt shifts subsidy to industry

Senate body gives govt two-week time to introduce legislation to increase jail term, penalties

CEPA will help double trade, remove obstacles

Pakistan, Uzbekistan operationalise exchange of pre-arrival customs information following MoU signage

SAPM also highlights one-window SEZ facilitation at business forum

Ministers focus on pharmaceuticals, textiles, logistics as business bodies push B2B follow-up

Industry calls grow to tackle informality, red tape and export underperformance

Proceeds will be used to clear liabilities of banks, employees of closed company

EU, Western inflows offset US decline; SBP projects inflows at $42b for FY26

Benchmark Shanghai Composite Index, SSEC rose 0.13%, while blue-chip CSI300 Index, CSI300 inched higher by 0.11%

Price of 10 grams of silver also remains stable at Rs7,385

SBP says economic growth prospects have improved, sees 3.75-4.75% GDP expansion

Also on the agenda is Gaza, with Trump looking to push ahead with a ceasefire agreement he helped broker

Says trade pressure policies overcame multiple global conflicts

One of the deadliest school shootings reported to date since 1989

Newly released bodycam footage has significantly shifted the narrative regarding the October 4 incident

173 senior crime figures arrested, 11,000 workers deported in a campaign that began late last year

Approves 72,000 permits as traditional migrant sources dwindle

Second instance of Chinese nationals being charged under foreign interference laws

Charge sheet stated that Wan had been 'reckless', without lawful excuse, damaged the property belonging to another

US immigration officials grilled by Congress

Around 100 million people use Roblox daily, with under-13s accounting for around 40 percent of its 2024 users

Vance meets Aliyev, discusses peace with Armenia

Seals rely on pack ice to give birth, to rest and for protection

Netanyahu says Iran talks top his agenda with Trump, urging a tougher US stance on Tehran’s missiles

Shafiqur Rahman, once marginal in Bangladeshi politics, now vies for PM as Jamaat chief

The new regulations will take effect from February 20

The report notes a 90% increase in self-generated revenue, alongside stricter financial controls

Steve Smith has been called as his backup

The Saudi outfit thrashed Qatar's Al-Gharafa 7-0

He fought off a stiff test from Marcos Giron to earn a 6-4, 5-7, 7-6 (1)

The London based club suffered a 2-1 defeat against Newcastle

Pakistani all-rounder Faheem Ashraf was bought by Islamabad United for Rs85 million

The Blues missed a chance to move close to fourth-place United

Afghanistan were 187 all out after South Africa scored 187-6 in Ahmedabad

He second half goal at the London Stadium to secure a 1-1 draw

De Zerbi leaves Marseille 'by mutual agreement' He has been linked with a return to the Premier League

Mercedes' F1 pilot escaped injury after crashing his $240,000 AMG GT near his San Marino home

Win avenged Pakistan's shock defeat at the hands of USA in the T20 World Cup two years ago

Pakistan's decision to go ahead with the match was hailed as an outbreak of 'good sense' and 'good for cricket'

The trial was sparked by explosive claims three years ago by two gymnasts

Says Pakistan participated only in interest of justice for Bangladesh