Latest
-
CM Buzdar summoned to ensure implementation of LHC order
Provincial top court told that relevant authorities are not complying with its directives
-
50% of world population to be exposed to flood, storm, tsunami by 2050: UN
UN marks World Tsunami Awareness Day calling on countries, international bodies, civil society to raise awareness
-
Lawyer 'thrashes' woman, mother in LHC for seeking custody of minor children
Iqra and her mother Humaira Bibi approached court of Justice Aalia Neelum where they had filed a petition against FIA
-
Wings on the ground
Dwindling and deteriorating resources, and the pandemic have prompted the PIA to close down its flight academy
-
A journey in melody with Jamal Yousuf
Nearly two decades as a pianist and composer, Jamal Yousuf discusses his musical career
-
Hymn for the Kalash
Lost in their carols and folklores, Kalashas lead independent lives, free of conservative societal pressures
-
Battles in the mediasphere; countering hard threats with soft image
Amid the buzz around ‘hybrid threats’, the role of the media has occupied centre stage
-
Thousands of US intelligence officers face sacking for refusing Covid vaccine
Some agencies in the 18-member intelligence community had as much as 40% of their workforce unvaccinated
-
Pfizer says antiviral pill cuts risk of severe Covid-19 by 89%
Planned analysis of 1,219 patients looked at hospitalisations or deaths among people diagnosed with coronavirus
-
ADB announces $0.3m for Pakistan to phase out coal plants
Grant will fund pre-feasibility study for early retirement fossil fuel plants
-
Lahore by-polls: ECP tribunal dismisses PTI candidates' appeal
Jamshed Cheema says his proposer's name did not appear in NA-133 voters list due to 'clerical' error
-
PPP MPA sent on three-day remand in Nazim Jokhio murder case
Sindh CM meets family of deceased, assures justice will prevail
-
Sugar price shoots up to Rs160 per kilo
‘Artificial shortage’ of sweetener allegedly created by sugar mill owners, traders
-
‘Abide by HR regimes to qualify for GSP plus’
In FY 2020-21, total bilateral trade with EU-27 was $10.88 billion
-
108m citizens administered Covid vaccines, NCOC told
National vaccination average reaches 48% in all the federating units
-
TTP demands prisoner release as condition for talks with govt
The group says release of its prisoners would lay the ground for full ceasefire negotiations
-
Major reshuffle in Punjab police after ‘failure to contain TLP protests’
Authorities believe Lahore police is primarily responsible for aggravating crisis, allowing protesters to leave city
-
Pope affirms support for two-state solution to Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Pope, Palestinian president discuss status of Jerusalem in meeting
-
Punjab cabinet gives nod for lifting ban on TLP
Summary will be sent to the federal government following approval by 18 provincial lawmakers
-
Pakistan-born cricketer in Yorkshire racism row urges 'cultural change'
The county said last week it would take no disciplinary action against any staff
-
WATCH: Turkish man earns living by getting beaten up
Hasan Riza says he thrashed by bored or angry people who want to relieve their stress
-
India establishing new agency in IIOJK to ‘terrorise Kashmiris’
Islamabad says New Delhi trying to portray false sense of normalcy in occupied valley to mislead world community
-
Spain busts ring bringing Pakistani migrants into EU
The group used to transport the migrants from Bosnia to Italy or Spain in life-threatening conditions
-
Covid cases break records across Europe as winter takes hold
World Health Organisation describes the new wave as 'grave concern'
-
US says China expanding nuclear arsenal faster than anticipated
Beijing slams Pentagon report saying 'overhyping the threat'
-
Huge responsibility on literati to guide nation on moral values: PM
Premier Imran Khan says Indian films promote objectionable content and resultantly New Delhi is titled ‘rape capital’
-
Taliban leader warns against infiltrators in the ranks
Haibatullah Akhundzada issues rare written public statement to urge Taliban commanders to purge their ranks
-
85-year-old earns doctorate from Balochistan University
Halimi took path of higher education in 2005, 40 years after he waved goodbye to police dept
-
'Engine of occupation': UN experts slam Israeli settlement plans
Raison d’etre of Israeli settlements tramples upon fundamentals of humanitarian, human rights law, say officials
-
US cities in Michigan elect first Muslim mayors
Abdullah Hammoud elected in Dearborn, Amer Ghalib wins in Hamtramck
-
Iran says it blocks US attempt to confiscate oil in Sea of Oman
US officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, say the Iranian report was not true
-
Prince Andrew could face US trial in woman's sex abuse case
Virginia Giuffre sued Queen Elizabeth's second son for unspecified damages in August
-
USC revokes decision to hike cooking oil, ghee prices as PM Imran announces subsidy package
Body earlier notified increase of Rs65 per litre and Rs53 per kg respectively
-
Pakistan unveils ESR climate initiative at COP26 summit
World Bank official lauds measures operational in the areas of climate change and employment in the country
-
US blacklists Israeli hacking tool vendor NSO Group
Positive Technologies of Russia and Computer Security Initiative Consultancy from Singapore also listed
-
Saudi approves Pfizer's vaccine for age group 5-11
The kingdom last month lifted curbs following a sharp drop in infections, considerable vaccinations
-
Opposition mocks PM’s package
PPP declares it ‘nothing but a joke’; PML-N says ‘real relief will be PM’s resignation’
-
INDvsAFG: Taliban cheer Afghanistan team in Abu Dhabi stadium
We have come to Abu Dhabi to encourage and cheer on the national team of our beloved country Afghanistan, says Ahmed
-
Lahore varsities' students spend a day with army troops
Youths witness routine functioning and training of military; appreciate high morale and discipline
-
Pakistan dispatches another humanitarian aid to Afghanistan
Consignment of 21 trucks loaded with rice, sugar, flour and other items handed over to IGP Paktia
-
TikTok, PTA discuss content moderation on app
Telecommunication authority chief hopes to reach a mechanism to provide safe, productive content to local audience
-
#INDvsAFG: 'Indian players safer in Pakistan if India crash out'
Players including Kohli and Shami have faced severe backlash by extremists Indian following defeats in WCT20
-
Taliban ban Afghans from using foreign currencies
Since the group seized power in mid-August, the national currency the Afghani has depreciated
-
Pakistan to ease restrictions on inbound flights from 10th: NCOC
Says Afghans entering Pakistan via border terminals do not require vaccination certificates
-
Zahir Jaffer kicked out of courtroom for creating 'drama'
Judge says will move trial to jail if such behaviour is repeated
-
Rizvi's counsel seeks adjournment of release plea after accord
LHC CJ says court is not concerned with agreement, but legality of plea
-
PM cajoles allies for electoral reforms
Coalition partners express full confidence in PM Imran’s leadership
-
Pakistan signs US led Global Methane Pledge at COP26
Pakistan German Climate and Energy Initiative signed with German bank KFW
-
Indonesia to deport US woman who assisted Bali 'suitcase' murder
Heather Mack has served a 10-year sentence for her role in the murder of her mother
-
Archaeologists in Saudi Arabia excavate forgotten kingdoms
The team is hoping to learn more about their worship rituals, social life and economy
-
Pakistan get 8 gold medals at Hero Taekwondo Open
The Pakistani players from different academies managed to get 11 medals in Malaysia
-
Feeding the armies of the Raj
Beyond the drills & discipline lay a massive, little-known operation to keep the troops fed
-
Punjab wildlife department lodges over 125 FIRs against illegal hunting
Almost 300 wild birds rescued from poachers, released back into natural habitats
-
Journalist Khawar Hussain found shot dead in Sanghar
Eyewitnesses say no commotion was seen near deceased journalist's car, investigation underway
-
The rot in the Ravi
Immortalised in poetry for its splendour, the river now runs foul with sewage
-
Game on… everywhere but home
From Ash’s Tekken mastery to 4Thrives’ EWC debut, Pakistan shines at esports abroad but struggles with support at home
-
Antibiotic resistance: a plague of our own making
Despite mounting warnings, antibiotics in Pakistan are dispensed like everyday painkillers
-
Buner worst hit as K-P floods leave 314 dead, 156 injured: PDMA
159 houses damaged, 157 cattle perished in floods
-
Rescuers race against time as K-P flood death toll tops 340
Six districts declared disaster-hit; 2,000 personnel to pull bodies from wreckage
-
SC transport policy defines vehicle, security entitlements for judges
New policy applies to incumbent, retired judges
-
Prophecy, politics & the poetic imagination
Humans crave order & meaning in face of chaos. Waiting for a saviour turns hope into a tool of control
-
Missiles and memes
From dark humour to outrage, social media turned the conflicts of 2025 into viral theatre
-
Degrees in dysfunction
Higher education in Pakistan still suffers from structural challenges that limit its competitiveness & impact
-
Scrolling through polarisation
Gone are the days when politics was confined to fiery debates & ballot boxes. Today, the battleground is virtual
-
A terror tag and a diplomatic turn
US terror listing of BLA & Majeed Brigade marks a major win for Pakistan with regional ripples
-
New Chinese EV maker enters Pakistan
Letin will set up plant in Punjab; competition among automakers intensifies
-
PRAL CEO declines extension
Decision deepens uncertainty for employees as PM pushes digital overhaul
-
Public-private tie-up vital for digital economy
Businessmen seek policies that support digital infrastructure, promote reliable payment gateways
-
Iqbal urges joint push for $100b exports
Declares 'export emergency,' saying 4th 'Uraan Pakistan' hinges on external trade, identifies eight sectors
-
PSX scales new peak despite profit-taking
KSE-100 index closes up 0.8% at 146,492 as Moody's upgrade lifts sentiment
-
Oil markets bearish after Alaska summit
Prices will likely see only small dip in near term
-
ECC for phasing out govt guarantee for Skill Bond
Bond designed to attract private capital for vocational education and training
-
Canadian govt moves to end Air Canada strike
Asks labour board to order binding arbitration, union seeks parity on wages with Air Transat
-
Industrial activity shrinks 3.67% in June
LSM contracts 0.74% in FY25 on cement, steel, machinery but QIM grows 4.14% YoY
-
Gold prices continue downward trend
Price of 10 grams of gold fell by Rs771
-
Pakistan, US vow to boost trade, investment
Finance minister says economy is improving; Moody's upgrade signals reform success
-
PSX ends flat below 146.5k on profit-taking
Index slips 38 points amid SOE concerns, IMF review uncertainty
-
US-India trade talks scheduled for August delayed
Visit by US trade negotiators to New Delhi canceled, dashing hopes of some relief before August 27 deadline
-
Hamas condemns Israel’s Gaza relocation plan as ‘new wave of genocide’
The 21-month war has killed over 61,776 Palestinians and injured 154,906, mostly women and children, officials say
-
Putin’s offer for Ukraine war peace deal takes shape
Trump briefed Zelenskiy, European leaders on his summit discussions early on Saturday
-
US 'proposed NATO-style joint defence guarantees for Kyiv'
Britain and France are prepared to deploy troops to Ukraine
-
Netanyahu has become a 'problem', says Danish PM
political pressure, sanctions to be considered
-
Wang Yi to visit India for border talks
Foreign minister's trip comes amid easing tensions between Asian giants
-
West Virginia to deploy National Guard troops to DC
Show of commitment to public safety and regional cooperation
-
Libyans vote in local elections
Elections were initially scheduled in 63 municipalities
-
39 killed in Gaza as Israel expands offensive
61,000 Palestinians killed since October
-
Trump changes tack on Ukraine after Putin meet
US president shifts ceasefire position after Alaska summit
-
Shelling of El-Fasher by Sudanese paramilitaries kills 17, injures 25
El-Fasher has been besieged by Sudan’s RSF since May 2024 amid its war with the army that began in April 2023
-
Canadian government moves to end Air Canada strike, seeks binding arbitration
CUPE says over 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants are on strike, the first since 1985
-
Trump told Zelenskiy after summit that Putin wants more of Ukraine, source says
Zelenskiy rejected Putin’s demand; Russia holds a fifth of Ukraine, including most of Donetsk since 2014
-
First Atlantic hurricane of 2025 poised for Category 5 strength
Erin is 235 miles ENE of San Juan, Puerto Rico, with sustained winds of 155 mph (250 kph)
-
At least 11 dead, over 100 injured in factory blast in Russia
Governor says fire inside workshop led to explosion
-
Babar, Rizwan left out as PCB names squad for Asia Cup, tri-series
Salman Agha to lead 17-man squad, which also excludes fast bowlers Naseem Shah and Abbas Afridi
-
Pakistan get 8 gold medals at Hero Taekwondo Open
The Pakistani players from different academies managed to get 11 medals in Malaysia
-
Sports Roundup: From Baleba to Bethell
Today’s big sports headlines at a glance
-
Chimaev defeats Du Plessis to win UFC title
The Chechen also landed record strikes in the anticipated bout
-
Game on… everywhere but home
From Ash’s Tekken mastery to 4Thrives’ EWC debut, Pakistan shines at esports abroad but struggles with support at home
-
FIFA's Players' Voice Panel to aid Semenyo
The Bournemouth striker was racially abused during the Premier League clash with Liverpool
-
Fabio matches Shilton for most competitive appearances
Fluminense goalkeeper played his 1,390th match in a 2-1 win over Fortaleza
-
Guardiola says one win does not signal that "City are back"
Coach makes claim as new signings score in Wolves rout
-
Pogba watches as Monaco start Ligue 1 season with a win
Georges Mikautadze scored the only goal as Lyon won 1-0 in northern France
-
Bayern beat Stuttgart in German Super Cup
Goals from Harry Kane and Luis Díaz sealed the Bavarians first title of the season
-
Spurs get Frank off to flier as Haaland sparks revamped Man City
Tottenham manager made a winning home debut with 3-0 victory over Burnley
-
Alcaraz to face Sinner in Cincinnati ATP final
Spanish second seed will play against world number one for the fourth time this season
-
Reserve Messi scores in Miami win while Son gets first MLS win
The 38-year-old Argentine striker was back on field after suffering from a minor muscle injury
-
Japan's Iwai grabs lead at LPGA Portland Classic
The 23-year-old rookie carded seven birdies and an eagle to move two shots clear after three rounds
-
Rehan aims to cement all-rounder role
He wants to give 100 percent if selected for Ashes