Latest
-
Cooption and elite capture
Co-optation refers to the process of being absorbed or assimilated by a dominant group
-
Budget speeches FY1949/2023
The first budget speech related to FY49 resonates considerably with the FY2023 speech
-
Chinese man rescued at sea fell off merchant ship
PMSA says Zuo Xiang Wei fell from Xin Shang Hai vessel near Karachi port
-
WATCH: High on 'mad honey', disoriented bear cub rescued in Türkiye
Bear believed to have been intoxicated after eating an excessive amount of ‘mad honey’
-
Khar lauds reforms to improve Pakistan’s AML/CFT regime
Foreign Office says minister of state chairs a meeting of the National FATF Coordination Committee
-
Taliban cleric killed in blast in Kabul
Attacker detonated explosives hidden in a plastic artificial leg in a seminary in Kabul, say officials
-
Imran says he will show how to achieve ‘real freedom’ on 13th
PTI chief assures minorities that party will protect their rights
-
Afghan Taliban stronger than ever a year after takeover
To tighten their grip, Taliban have poured thousands of fighters into the Panshjir Valley
-
PTI leaders no-show at FIA prohibited funding investigation
Qasim Khan Suri, Syed Zahoor Agha among other PTI leaders summoned in Quetta by FIA
-
Crow stuck in kite strings saved on LHC premises
Bird's distress was noticed by litigants and lawyers, Rescue 1122 called
-
LHC dismisses petition against Imran’s move to run for nine seats
Petitioner withdraws plea after judge asks to wait for submission of nomination papers, and approach ECP first
-
Imran condemns 'fascist illegal abduction' after home of Gill's assistant raided
Govt using 'fear and terror' to gain acceptance, says PTI chairman
-
PTI fails to get relief from IHC against FIA notices
IHC disposes of PTI's petition against FIA
-
Khawaja Asif warns of increasing TTP threat
Says PTI-led govt had welcomed the people of the banned outfit; TTP problem for 'entire country'
-
Wife of Gill’s driver arrested for ‘rioting’
Islamabad police assert raid and arrests were legal
-
PTI distances itself from Gill's remarks
Fawad says former special assistant could have chosen words wisely
-
COAS Gen Bajwa arrives in UK
ISPR said he will call on the military leadership of the UK during the visit
-
India also linked to anti-army propaganda
204 accounts being handled by people within Pakistan and another 17 from India, probe committee reveals
-
Govt says Imran cannot fool nation
Directives to run malicious campaign against army Shuhada came 'directly from Bani Gala' alleges Marriyum Aurangzeb
-
88% population fully vaccinated against Covid
National covid positivity rate at 2.64%
-
Progress in talks on restoring US, UK flights
Efforts made to resume PIA flights; re-opening Roosevelt Hotel discussed
-
Hate campaign against military echoes in NA
Speaker vows to hold hate-mongers accountable
-
FIA traces bank accounts in Asad Qaiser’s name
Millions stashed in two bank accounts associated with ex-NA speaker
-
Two Pakistani boxers go missing in England following CWG
Baloch and Nazirullah disappeared from Birmingham airport
-
Man slaughters two girls, hangs himself
Deceased cites unemployment, debt for act in suicide note
-
A derelict half a century old mental health facility
Contractors face action for substandard work at Cowasgee Institute of Psychiatry
-
Bonded labour vigilance committees missing
Activists decry lack of implementation of legislation meant to protect vulnerable people from thralldom
-
Four held in murder case
Man killed at Super Highway Punjab bus stand
-
Govt officials seize plot despite court stay
Once a suburban area, the 4-acre plot is now nestled between housing societies in KDA Scheme 33
-
Man’s body discovered four days after death
Neighbours noticed a foul smell
-
ECP gets 38 nominations for NA by-polls
NA-237 Malir, NA-239 Korangi and NA-246 Lyari ready for by-elections scheduled for Sept 25
-
Low-lying areas in Hyderabad flooded
HESCO suspended power supply
-
4th spell dumps more rain on city
Chief Meteorologist says it is not over yet as another weather system may enter Sindh
-
Heavy rains revive dried springs in Margalla hills
IWMB official says conservation efforts helped boost green cover in protected area
-
Crackdown on smoke-emitting units expedited
EPA official says drive aims to prevent smog in coming winter
-
Two siblings drown in Pindigheb pond
In a separate incident man attempts ‘suicide’ in Rawalpindi
-
Teachers’ strike takes toll on students
Teaching and non-teaching staff on strike against appointment of top education officer
-
CDA collects Rs40m in revenue
Revenue collected through building plan approvals, completion certificate issuances
-
Drug smuggling bid foiled, four arrested
Over 3000 kg ice, 15 ecstasy pills recovered
-
Three arrested for allegedly raping boy
Police recover pistol from accused
-
Capital’s book fair attracts large crowds
Official says steps being taken to revive book reading habit
-
Woman shot dead by unidentified assailants
Motorcyclist succumbs to fatal injuries
-
Gill’s arrest
He was arrested on charges of sedition and inciting the public against the state
-
Money in politics
Reforming the political financing system
-
Required — a leap of faith
Real threat of disqualification for Imran Khan
-
Dialogue with TTP: lopsided rationale
TTP is unwilling to budge from its core demand of reversal of erstwhile FATA’s merger with KPK
-
The meaning of Karbala
‘Islam rejuvenates after every Karbala’
-
Words and truth are poison together
Humans gained the ability to imagine things and to lie about them
-
FO slams India’s mischievous portrayal of Partition
Islamabad says New Delhi should work to improve conditions of minorities
-
Punjab does away with 9pm closure for markets
CM Elahi accepts traders' request, permits markets to remain open on Sundays
-
Extortion fear grips Karachi as traders receive bullets with demand notes
Traders’ body urges members to install high-quality CCTV cameras at business premises and residences
-
PTI moves to exploit coalition split, calls on PPP to oust PML-N govt
Asad Qaiser urges PPP to show courage and move a no-confidence motion instead of 'playing a mock political game'
-
Punjab cuts solar tariff, bars tax on beauty salons
Cabinet okays pay raise, ration cards, crop aid, tax cuts, and relief cheques for flood-affected families
-
SHC orders 'relocation' of fireworks warehouses away from residential areas
Large cache of fireworks, beyond permitted limit, caused Al-Amna Plaza explosion, South DC tells court
-
Women in Karachi find hope at public kitchens
Chhipa Foundation launches women-only dining spaces to ensure safe access to free meals
-
Cracks widen in govt alliance as PPP stages walkout from NA, Senate
Demands apology from PML-N leadership while President Zardari calls interior minister to Karachi
-
ATC issues arrest warrants for three PTI leaders in Sangjani rally case
Judge orders police to arrest PTI leaders and present them in court
-
Lt Gen Asim Malik to continue as DG ISI: security sources
Appointed in September 2024, Lt Gen Malik was due to retire this year
-
Mushtaq Ahmad’s safe return likely in next few days: FO
Evacuation being carried out with assistance of Jordanian government
-
Tomato prices hit 'triple century' in Quetta
Vendors blame shortage on local tomatoes from Balochistan sent to other provinces
-
Pakistan to attend Moscow Format talks on Afghanistan
For the first time, Afghanistan formally joins this format as a member country
-
Sindh extends deadline for agricultural income tax returns
Taxpayers who miss new deadline face penalties, legal action
-
Pakistan secures $200m 'halal meat' export deal with Malaysia
Both countries agree to deepen cooperation in defence, technology
-
Wapda crowned National Kabaddi champions
They defeated the Army 58-35 in the final at the Punjab Stadium
-
Cyclone Shakti weakens over Arabian Sea, coastal rains forecast
PMD forecasts light coastal rain, warns fishermen
-
Gold prices hit record highs globally, domestically
Price of 10 grams of gold increases by Rs4,629
-
Sindh extends deadline for agricultural income tax returns
Taxpayers who miss new deadline face penalties, legal action
-
Govt shutdown reflects US political dysfunction
Instead of negotiating policy differences, lawmakers allow closure as bargaining tactic
-
Expanding tax base: myths & realities
Cosmetic measures may raise short-term revenues, but don't treat deep-rooted issues
-
Does the country's tariff policy require a bold rethink?
There is need to massively overhaul policies that have contributed to prevailing economic conditions
-
Economic revival vs rising poverty
Triumph in macroeconomic charts masks decline in living conditions for many
-
Investors are packing up; Pakistan must ask why
Country needs credible roadmap with statutory protection, so no govt can casually change core fiscal rules
-
IMF seeks clarity on $11b trade data gap
PRAL, PSW import figures raises questions over credibility of data; ministries worry against making revisions public
-
Renault plans to cut 3,000 jobs
Considering 15% layoff to restore margins, get credit rating back to investment grade
-
PSX marks best performance in over a decade
KSE-100 hits 168,990, registers best nine-month rally since 2009, despite high inflation, fiscal slippages
-
'Punitive' taxes hurt growth
Business forum says corporate sector being burdened by effective tax rate of 45%
-
Gold in 'beast mode'; up 44% in 9 months
From $2,624 to $3,895: gold's explosive 2025 rally and what's driving it
-
'President's rulings on banking appeals final'
Adviser says president has endorsed over 500 decisions of Mohtasib, provided 100% relief to victims of bank fraud
-
French government quits hours after appointment, political crisis deepens
French politics has become increasingly unstable since Macron's re-election in 2022
-
Indonesia school collapse death toll climbs to 54
Investigators examine cause of collapse, initial findings suggest substandard construction contributes
-
Hamas set for Gaza talks as US pushes to end war, free hostages
Israeli negotiators led by Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer to travel to Egypt on Monday for negotiations
-
Russian strikes kill five in Ukraine, cause power outages
The strikes cut power to over 110,000 subscribers across several regions
-
India again refuse handshake
We gave away too many runs in the Power Play
-
Trump administration declares US cities war zones
42 percent of Americans favour deploying the National Guard to cities, compared to 58 percent who oppose
-
Landslides and floods kill 64 in Nepal, India
At least 37 were killed by landslides in the worst-affected eastern district of Illam
-
Italy for preventing extra tariffs on pasta
Plans to impose provisional anti-dumping duties of over 91 percent on pasta
-
Hamas calls for swift hostage-prisoner swap
Negotiators from both sides prepare to meet in Egypt for crucial talks
-
Typhoon Matmo hits southern China during peak holiday season
Typhoon Matmo hits China’s Guangdong coast after flooding the Philippines, bringing heavy rain
-
Rubio says Gaza war not over, calls for release of hostages
Israeli team heads to Egypt tonight as hostage talks set to begin Monday ahead of war anniversary
-
Israeli forces pound Gaza as Hamas clings to Trump truce terms
Hamas welcomes parts of Trump’s plan, backing ceasefire, Israeli pullout, and prisoner exchange
-
Bitcoin hits all-time high above $125,000
US dollar falls, hitting multi-week lows as shutdown fears delay key economic data releases.
-
At least 47 dead in Nepal, as heavy rain triggers flash floods
Around 35 people were killed in separate landslides in Ilam district, bordering India
-
Chasing an elusive truce
Pakistan leans on Kabul for talks with the TTP, as KP leaders fear half measures could invite more bloodshed`
-
Oscar Piastri drama reignites after McLaren podium snub at Singapore Grand Prix
Oscar Piastri sparked online outrage after missing McLaren’s constructors title celebration
-
Pakistan finalizes revamped squad for South Africa Test series
A 16-member squad finalized for South Africa Tests, with Faisal Akram and Aamer Jamal left out
-
Asia Cup trophy saga shows how far India will go to politicise cricket
India’s actions during the Asia Cup reveal how cricket is being used as a tool for political messaging
-
Wapda crowned National Kabaddi champions
They defeated the Army 58-35 in the final at the Punjab Stadium
-
PCB’s NOC suspension sparks confusion among leagues
Leagues in the US and Canada barred several Pakistani players amid confusion over PCB’s directive
-
Yusuf Dikec goes viral again after Olympic fame with effortless gold win at European Championship 2025
Türkiye’s legendary shooter Yusuf Dikec wins European gold, rekindling Olympic-era fame with his relaxed style
-
Gloves off, Red run, vested interests: Singapore GP talking points
Mercedes driver triumphs as McLaren take team title
-
Indonesia sense World Cup chance as Asian qualifying reaches climax
Kluivert’s side prepare for decisive clashes with Iraq and Saudi Arabia
-
Ethan Mbappe returns to haunt PSG
The 18-year-old struck two minutes from time to cancel out Nuno Mendes’ free-kick and earn Lille a late point
-
Rangers sack manager Martin after nightmare start
Assistants Matt Gill and Mike Williamson also depart
-
Hojlund fires Napoli into Serie A lead as AC Milan held at Juve
The 22-year-old Danish striker netted his fourth goal for the club
-
Rangers draw piles pressure on Martin, Celtic strike late
Cartwright’s late equaliser denied Rangers victory in 1-1 draw
-
Haaland extends hot streak as Man City sink Brentford
City boss ‘honoured’ to gain 250th Premier League win
-
Russell wins Singapore GP as McLaren seal constructors' title
Verstappen comes second, Norris third, and Piastri in fourth
-
Tension lingers as India and Pakistan skip handshake in women's World Cup
Following the Asia Cup, tensions were also apparent in Colombo, where Kaur and Sana avoided a handshake at the toss