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Fool’s gold: Fishermen search belly of the whale
Villagers assume that whale would have ambergris, valued for perfumes and medicines.
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Barter trade plan stalls, Iran cancels wheat export contract
Pakistan wants to ship 30,000 tons to pay unpaid power bills to Tehran.
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Public sector development programme: Work on Bhasha, Dasu Dams to start simultaneously
CDWP also approves import of electricity from Tajikistan.
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Rupee under pressure: IMF agrees to delay in interest rate increase
In its place, Pakistan will step up dollar purchases from open market.
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Why Aitchison is the nation’s best school
It's simple really, Aitchison College produces the most intelligent minds in the country; Imran Khan was one of them.
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Why India should show restraint
Forward thrust by India in heat of passion along LoC would have commensurate blowback in presence of hostile backyard.
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The importance of by-elections
The defeat is significant for the PTI as it is the first public verdict on its performance in the province.
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Hope, five years later
Election after time tabled election is improving the quality of debate. The way forward is civilian and organic.
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Pakistan will show no leniency in ODIs: Moin
Target is to win series against Zimbabwe whilst testing youngsters, says manager.
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Asif lands sponsor for Professional Circuit
Omar Associates to back IBSF world champion with Rs2million.
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ODI series: Zimbabwe seek perfection to down Pakistan
Any side at home could be dangerous, says captain Misbahul Haq.
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Peace talks: Karzai extends Pakistan visit by another day
Further talks on peace process expected during extended stay.
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Alleged misbehavior: Media persons protest against PTI workers
PTI workers claim the accused do not belong to the party but were sent from agencies to sabotage their sit-in.
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Intelligence agencies warn of terror activities in Sukkur
Intelligence report states a group of terrorists from Fata has entered Sukkur.
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Ban on women voters: PHC orders re-polling
CJ ordered re-polling be held in all polling stations where women were barred from voting.
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LoC tensions: Shelling in Nakyal Sector injures 6
Indian Army continues firing in the Nakyal Sector in Kotli.
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Kalam visit: Empowering people is real change, says Imran Khan
PTI chief says united and empowered people can change the fate of a country.
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Akbar Bugti death anniversary: Shutter-down strike in Balochistan
Business centres and public transport are closed in Quetta and other areas of Balochistan.
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Two out of three bombs defused in Jacobabad
A suspected has also been arrested by the police.
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ASWJ protest in Karachi ends after negotiations with police
ASWJ spokesperson says IG is willing to listen to their demands, will return to protest on Tuesday if demands not met.
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Balochistan Missing Persons: SC orders missing persons recovery by tomorrow
Missing persons in FC custody be presented before the court as well, says chief justice.
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President Karzai wins Nawaz Sharif's support for Afghan peace
Pakistan and Afghanistan also signed an agreement to boost volume of trade and strengthen economic relationship.
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Swept away: Raging at the intruding waters
Years on, nearly 70,000 of those uprooted by the 2010 floods continue to suffer, with no help in sight.
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‘No More International’: India considers Kashmir battle ‘won’
The Kashmir dispute is not an international issue anymore, it is an issue between India and Pakistan, says Akbaruddin.
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12 dead in fresh spate of violence in Karachi
“We can respond to bullets with bullets as well. But we don’t want to be a part of this war,” says Sarwat Ejaz Qadri.
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Faceoff in Lahore: PM appeals for restraint, appeases PTI protesters
Nawaz calls Shahbaz a day after PTI protest, disapproves The Mall Road arrests.
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Keeping a watch: Taliban to monitor Afghan leader’s visit
Militia representative rules out involvement of third country in Afghan peace process.
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Syria lets UN inspect gas attack site
Russia warns US against ‘past mistakes’, says military action will lead to escalation.
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Instrumental Ecstasy concert: A retreat into the rhythms of Sindhi classical tunes
Eighth concert series featured Alghoza performances, including variations of ragas and melodies.
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Winds of change: Capital moves one step closer to local govt system
Move would overcome legal obstacles barring urban Islamabad from having a local body system.
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Emerging Teams Cup All-round India outplay Pakistan for title
National U23 side loses by nine wickets in final.
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Pakistan ‘boosted’ by Malaysia rout
Coach believes 4-1 victory has doubled confidence for remaining Asia Cup ties.
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Police must register FIR within five minutes of complaint: CCPO
Says hostile attitude towards the public will not be tolerated.
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Online (in)security: FATA Secretariat website hacked in ‘protest’
Pakistani hackers leave messages for officials to reply to ‘Indian aggression’.
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Bridging the gaps of democracy through civil societies
How citizens can help fill the void after a decade of dictatorial rule.
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Resolving matters related to SSGC and SNGPL
How the under-estimation of UFG is costing the economy dearly.
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Planning to reach the middle class
An elected government, in laying out a plan for the future, must cater to the needs of its constituencies.
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The wheat market jigsaw puzzle
PASSCO makes profits at the expense of farmer prosperity.
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Why economics needs history
Historical perspective on analysing problems.
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Social and financial cost of a prolonged war
Nations engaged in conflict for long periods lose growth momentum.
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Responsible power generation: Cellular industry’s shift towards green energy
Transition will be beneficial not just to telecoms but local communities as well.
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Modern slavery: How bad is bonded labour
A framework for welfare of labour is more important.
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When less is more
We need to invest in locomotives as well as freight and passenger trains.
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The NSC bounces back
The top civilian leaders and the military high command need to develop a shared view on terrorism.
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Pakistan orders indefinite shut down of govt offices near LoC
Unprovoked firing from Indian Army across the LoC continues.
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Asia Cup: Pakistan defeats Malaysia 4-1
Muhammad Zubair, Dilbar Hussain, Muhammad Waqas and Shafqat Hayat claimed a goal each.
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ECP accounts: Auditor general points out irregularities worth Rs120m
Says indelible ink worth Rs5 million was left to waste and Rs1.8 million were spent to buy an unapproved new car.
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Menstrual cycle: Give them wings
A little bit of technology can ensure girls don’t skip school one week every month.
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Imaginative games: Cheap shot
The most expensive of toys are no match for the games these children invent.
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Walled city of Lahore: Six degrees of restoration
A bird’s-eye view of the walled city of Lahore where two out of the 12 historic gates are being repaired.