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Thousands of men, women and children pouring into imposing state mansion queuing to sit on President Rajapaksa's chair

Astronomers will embark on a competitively selected list of science projects exploring evolution of galaxies

Federal Minister Javed Latif says 'the powers that be' should now step in and 'right the wrong'

Goodwill gesture is traditional on national, religious festivals

No casualties reported; police say bomb locally manufactured

At least one person succumbs to virus in last 24 hours; 145 patients remain in critical care

President Alvi, PM Shehbaz pray for prosperity of nation, highlight importance of sacrifice

Those tasked with eliminating corruption found guilty of graft, committee members observe

More heavy rains predicted during Eid as monsoon winds gushing through country

Both PML-N leaders will run election campaign in their respective constituencies, says Atta Tarar

PTI leader says people will get furious when they are asked to reduce tea consumption

Riaz, the most vocal critic of the ruling coalition, was arrested from Islamabad Toll Plaza late on Tuesday

Minister warns ‘poison of hatred sown by Imran Khan’ poses threat of anarchy

Rajapaksa flees as protesters storm president’s house, set fire to PM’s residence

Among the total deaths, six reported from Karachi, one from Peshawar

PML-Q chief terms rumours of intra-party tensions as 'attempts to divert attention'

Minister says Khan stands answerable to nation

City’s top cop says incidents of murder, extortion lower in June than May

Police torture victim's video goes viral

Traffic jams on roads, storm drains overflow, four die of electrocution

Electoral watchdog says July 17 Punjab by-polls for 20 constituencies will be transparent

Netizens question whether govt is accommodating 'biggies' to tilt scales

Inflation, dwindling economy hit animal sales

Electricity becomes further expensive by Rs1.55 per unit

Oil tanker knocks down the motorcycle victims were riding

Speakers urge public to make sure their cattles are tick-free

Citizens urged not to throw waste into sewer lines, manholes

Death toll from flood-related incidents in Balochistan climbs to 57 as four more bodies were recovered

Father loses his life trying to save his drowning son

She lost her life in gynaecology ward due to alleged negligence last week

300 poultry sets to be distributed among beneficiaries of programme

Media watchdog says repeated arrests of Express News anchor are pure harassment ‘and must come to an immediate end’

PPP leader says PTI-led G-B govt survived a no-confidence move due to PML-N’s covert support

PML-N leader says former PM detained woman at PM House; PTI says allegation not worthy of response

Speaking at Washington-based Hudson Institute, Gen David Berger says they also expect Beijing to make a similar move

Khan seeks to promote himself as advocate of independent foreign policy who refused to condemn Ukraine invasion

Poet Umeed Ali has lived in Italy for more than 30 years. His work speaks to the struggles of life in diaspora

PPP senator calls out president on ‘subjective’ concerns about media

Entry roads were packed with worshippers as helicopters buzzed overhead

Says it is 'obvious' why ECP is opposed to EVMs

Missing men said to be father and son; several areas witness flooding, traffic gridlocks following rains

Election watchdog says 'fatwas of treason' will not deter it from doing its job

PM Shehbaz offers condolences on Abe's death, says he made 'invaluable contributions to the Pak-Japan relationship'

FBR changes definition to bring in those people in tax net that stay abroad for over six months in tax year

ECC approves increase to recover Rs660 billion

PAC recommends PM sack Justice (retd) Javed Iqbal as head of panel on missing persons

Two SC judges express their dissenting opinions on SC majority verdict on Article 63-A

Official says free veterinary camps also established at cattle markets

Minister says educational institutions should be encouraged to generate resources

CM approves month-long Eid remission for prisoners convicted of minor crimes

Sindh CM says Pakistan 'does not want war' but would never compromise on its defence

Iranian ship will also be backloaded to Pakistani territorial waters for return to its original owners after repairs

No immediate reports of damage or casualties have been confirmed

Araghchi thanks Pakistan for its constructive role, mediation efforts between the parties

Court disposes of their applications for suspension of sentence, declaring them infructuous

May, 2025 judgment explicitly directed govt and Parliament to address this deficiency

Will take up petition for Bushra's treatment under personal physician

Says those controlling jail meetings hold key to easing tensions

Ordinance aims to fulfil legal requirements for PIA assets transfer

Hafiz Naeem slams governance, urges system change

Patients across major cities struggle as drug prices surge under weak oversight and global supply pressures

Trump says move aims to assist neutral countries whose ships have been caught in the conflict

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Brent crude futures were up $1.22, or 1.1%, to $109.39 a barrel at ​0909 GMT after settling down $2.23 on Friday

Hopes of US–Iran peace pact, stable oil prices keep market in green territory

Import dependence, global shocks push Pakistan to explore low-carbon alternatives

Telecom, banking success shows identity linking can fix utility recoveries

From drones, data to rural e-commerce, China is turning innovation into income

Taxes on inputs for export goods do not generate sustainable revenue; they merely reduce export volumes

Gap between what is said, meant and heard can carry profound consequences

Only 18% of country's 58,423 cell sites were fiberised as of June 2025

Seven OPEC+ members approve 188,000 bpd hike for June but increase remains symbolic until strait reopens

Multi-sector delegation of importers to arrive in third week of May

Virtual meeting focuses on AI-driven threats, REITs reform to formalise real estate investment

Highlights agriculture, IT, textiles, real estate, oil and gas sector among others

Both sides focused on a wide range of areas of mutual interest aimed at enhancing bilateral economic engagements

SSGC petition includes Rs312b interest on GDS receivables, Rs16b Balochistan shortfall

Cabinet clears donkey meat export within hours of shutdown announcement

No suspects were in custody following the ​shooting just after 9​pm at a party at Arcadia ‌Lake

Iran warns US Navy to stay clear of Hormuz after Trump says US to help stranded ships

Air traffic returns to normal ​after precautionary measures introduced at start of US-Iran war, were lifted

Rodent-borne virus strikes expedition ship off Cape Verde, leaving three dead and three ill aboard MV Hondius

Giuliani, 81, garnered acclaim for ​his response to September 11, 2001, al ​Qaeda attack

West Bengal seen as crucial contest between Modi's BJP, Mamata Banerjee's TMC

King urged the importance of NATO and called for a 'just and lasting peace' in Ukraine

Israel saying it had removed some 175 activists -- two of whom were taken to Israel for questioning

Comes just weeks after Trump's extraordinary criticism of Pope Leo XIV over the Catholic leader's anti-war rhetoric

Small boats attacked ship about 11 nautical miles west of Sirik, near the Strait of Hormuz

Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson says 'at this stage, we do not have nuclear negotiations'

Plan includes $50b for Pan Asia Power Grid initiative and $20b for tech and digital projects

Coast Guard says ship, with unclear destination with no cargo and on EU and UK sanctions lists

First Leo-US cabinet meeting in nearly a year set for Thursday, source says amid criticism from Trump

Three killed in airstrike on Safad al-Battikh, Lebanon, state news agency reports

Mike Smith eyes record as oldest Kentucky Derby winner at 59 with contender So Happy at Churchill Downs

World number 23 beat Andreeva 6-3, 7-5

Lewandowski and Torres strike late to secure a 2–1 win at Osasuna

Goals from both sides end in a 2–2 draw in Paris

Arteta's side demolished Fulham with a three-goal first half blitz

Draw helps Inter extend a nine-point lead

Batting first, Kingsmen are bowled out for 129; Samad’s 48 and Hardie’s 58 seal win with 28 balls to spare

Jordan Spieth, Alex Smalley and Nick Taylor shared second

The former Formula One driver lost both legs in an accident

The victory helped them occupy the last safe space in Serie A

Their 3-1 victory secured them a spot in the next season

Hyderabad captain Labuschagne burst into tears after qualifying for PSL 11 final

Pistons recovered from the brink of elimination against Orlando

The second seed dispatched promising Belgian Alexander Blockx 6-2, 7-5

The 26-year-old Briton outpaced Italian teenager Kimi Antonelli