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Ex-husband sentenced to death in Wajiha Swati case
Court finds Rizwan Habib guilty on multiple counts; slaps fines worth Rs0.5m
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HBL PSL traffic plan announced
CTP deploys over 365 traffic officers and wardens across city
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PIA privatization effort to restart with fresh bids
The government will seek new expressions of interest for the sale of the national carrier later this month.
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Bill tabled in NA to criminalise phone snatching, street robberies
Another Bill proposes citizenship for those born in former East Pakistan or who migrated to Pakistan between 1971-1982
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New York-based Alvarez & Marsal plans to open office in Pakistan
A&M team meets Finance Minister Aurangzeb to discuss Pakistan’s privatization plans, sovereign wealth fund setup.
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Etihad Airways announces direct flights to Peshawar
Initially operating five times a week, the service will increase to daily flights starting 22 November 2025.
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NADRA shuts down CNIC services at post offices
NADRA orders closure of all such counters nationwide, directs staff to return equipment and deposit collected fees.
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Cheaper electricity will help Pakistani exports compete globally: PM
Shehbaz Sharif directed the economic team to compile a practical action plan based on the council’s recommendations.
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Registered businesses with FBR cross 12.5 million mark
The figures show a rise in businesses joining the formal economy, driven by tax reforms and digital registration.
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PM invites US firms to invest in Pakistan’s growing mineral sector
A US delegation is in Islamabad to attend the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum.
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US delegation thanks Pakistan for cooperation on terrorism
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi meets senior US Department of State official Eric Meyer in Islamabad.
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PML-N to launch Rana Sanaullah-led public campaign
Rana Sanaullah says all updates will be shared with party supremo Nawaz Sharif and his daughter Maryam.
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UAE to issue five-year visas to 100,000 Pakistanis
UAE Ambassador had already announced that Pakistani citizens can now apply for five-year visas
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Complainant institutions can't conduct trials, SC judge on military courts
Justice Mandokhail questions how an institution that has acted as a complainant can also preside over the trial.
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CB to conclude military trial case soon
Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail remarked that any violation of the law is against the interests of the state
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Pink Moon 2025: Will it be visible in Pakistan?
The Pink Moon is the first full moon of spring and will be visible on April 13
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Pakistan to send high-level delegation to US for trade talks
PM Shehbaz wants top exporters and business leaders in the loop to boost trade ties with US.
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Karachi to face water shortage as 84-inch pipeline undergoes urgent repair
Citizens have been urged to store water in advance and use it conservatively until normal supply resumes.
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Bears take hold of PSX as KSE-100 drops over 1,300 points
Trading volume stood at over 103 million shares
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Ali Zafar, Abida Parveen, others to perform at HBL PSL X opening ceremony
This marks the first time Rawalpindi will host the tournament’s curtain-raiser.
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PMD predicts rain in Lahore, other cities this week
From April 10 to 11, a cloud system is likely to enter Lahore and parts of Punjab, bringing a chance of light rain.
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Punjab schools may begin summer break early as heatwave threat looms
PDMA proposes adjustments in school timings and suggests announcing summer breaks earlier if temperatures rise.
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Man sentenced to death for murder of ex-wife
The man had murdered his former wife, a US citizen, over a property dispute worth billions.
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Why Chaiwala's CNIC blocked, asks LHC
Senior officials from NADRA, emigration dept summoned on April 17 with complete record
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Karachi students face load shedding during matric exams
Students were forced to complete their papers in sweltering conditions, with no access to fans or lighting.
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Pakistan’s GDP to grow by 2.5% in FY2025, says ADB
ADB reports that Pakistan's economic outlook for FY2025 is stable with growth expected to rise to 3.0% in FY2026.
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Jeans, T-shirts and makeup banned for teachers in Punjab schools
The new dress code aims to ensure that teachers maintain attire reflecting professional and cultural values.
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Imran, Qureshi among 119 accused ordered to appear in GHQ attack case
Court set a firm deadline for the GHQ attack case, with no further delays allowed.
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Providing X users' list not possible, LHC told
Court asks AGP to appear on April 17 and shed light on legal aspects of X ban
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Qureshi urges PTI leadership to focus on inmates
Terms mudslinging disheartening for incarcerated supporters
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Imran's sisters briefly detained by police
Protest erupts after family denied meeting with incarcerated PTI founder
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KE consumers to receive Rs6.62/unit relief
NEPRA to hear K-Electric's fuel charges adjustment plea on April 16
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ATC extends Bushra's bail in protest case
Court also orders Bushra Bibi to join the investigation in FIRs registered in Attock.
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Crime stats paint bleak picture
Streets of Karachi remained dangerous and unpredictable during March 2025.
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Couple, son held for exploiting young girls
Police say accused blackmailed victims with obscene videos
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Court acquits sailor in Tarbela boat accident
Counsel says residents deprived of basic facilities even in modern age
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Fire continues to rage in Bkot Circle
The blaze was quickly addressed by the Rescue 1122 team
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RMC seeks to hike parking fees by 100%
Sends proposed project to the Punjab govt for approval
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US eyes Pakistan's mineral wealth for strategic gains, says senior State Dept official
Eric Meyer highlights economic and security cooperation during Islamabad visit.
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Probe ordered into eviction of govt servant
These individuals falsely accused him of renting the property.
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Religious scholars' killings spark panic
K-P police chief directs strict security for religious leaders
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11,371 Afghan nationals repatriated so far
Since April 1, a total of 11,371 undocumented Afghan nationals have repatriated to their homeland.
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Six of a family drown in canal in Swabi
The bodies of the six family members were recovered by Tuesday morning.
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Child kidnapped for ransom rescued
The abductors reportedly contacted the family using an international SIM card
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Heavyweights strive for peaceful end to BNP rally
Former CM, ex-Senate chairman seek political solution through dialogue
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Chicken cost skyrockets even after Eid
Chicken meat is being sold at Rs950 per kg in the city, Rs1,000 per kg in the outskirts
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Pakistan urges tech boost in UN peacekeeping
Envoy says move can cut costs, improve ceasefire monitoring