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Pakistan seems to be unable to provide basic health, education to all her children of republic

UN lauches 'GHAR', or Green Housing Affordable Resilient Initiative, in collaboration with provincial governments

Later, it emerged that less than 10% of a total of 860 pilots in country had problems with their credentials

Let people of Pakistan decide over eligibility, or otherwise, of candidates through a free, fair ballot

NEPRA has been dropping bombshells, approving raise demanded in electricity prices

Year 2023 was tumultuous for Pakistan; country remained in grips with multiple challenges

Health minister suspends five staff members, emphasises legal action against those not fulfilling their duties

Qaisar submits nomination papers for two national assembly constituencies

Discontinuation of the Sehat Card will overburden the finances of low-income families

Govt announced Rs75m funds for 19 such hospitals

PML-N hails Nawaz's crisis leadership, questions Bilawal's candidacy in Lahore, criticizes PTI's governance in K-P

Asserts ECP shoulders responsibility for ensuring free and fair poll

JI chief says only people can hold ruling elite accountable

President felicitates Nation, Ummah on New Year

In parallel occurrence, two individuals sustain injuries in roadside IED attack on official vehicle in DI Khan

Solution to challenges lies in emulating PSEs featuring in Fortune 500

There is need to re-integrate bifurcated companies to yield economies of scale and scope

With heavy dependence on IMF it is obvious that fiscal stimulus schemes won’t get through

All eyes are on the SIFC-monitored and guided new government

Report reveals NHA tops list of these state-owned firms

Discontinuation of the Sehat Card Plus program will overburden the finances of many low-income families across K-P

Global farewell to tumultuous 2023 marked by wars, climate crises, elections, and hopes for a better future

Maersk to halt Red Sea sailings for 48 hours following Houthi attack on its container vessel

Renewed concern over outdated, poorly built homes in disaster-hit Qinghai, Gansu

Kim orders military to prepare to "pacify the entire territory of South Korea," with nuclear bombs if necessary

Treacherous surf, coastal flood threat was attributed to Pacific storm system

Resistance groups issue statements saying their fighters destroyed and damaged several Israeli tanks, troop carriers

Former minister vows to move apex court against alleged infringement of rights

Cache of arms, ammunition and explosives recovered

Relationships with Afghanistan, India remain fractured, whereas allies rescued Pakistan from precipice of default

Court issues notices regarding Pashteen’s bail application, with arguments scheduled to be heard on January 2

Imran's nomination papers were declined due to his conviction in Toshakhana case , Dilshad

Anti-graft body to present its arguments on bail applications

Former prime minister lauds brother Shehbaz for his unwavering commitment to the party and country

Kashmiris in shock over untimely death of liberation leader

Rally powered by return of foreign investors, successful IMF review and rupee stability

FINMA pushes for enhanced oversight, accountability measures

Expenses fuelled by interest costs, other spending

Say policies of regulatory body are not public friendly

Directs shoe, clothing brands to make full disclosure of product discounts

Say goal is to attract FDI, boost exports in IT and IT-enabled services sector

Value of online transactions, however, remains low averaging Rs80,000 each

PTI-P will expose leaders of other political parties, especially PTI who failed to deliver

BNP-M chief had filed papers for Quetta’s NA-264, PA seat from Khuzdar

Man sustains injuries in assault

Promises steps against hunger, poverty, unemployment, lawlessness

Initiative by Dow graduates abroad to be a game-changer in health sector

SHC previously mandated that recruitment of employees above grade 17 should be done through commission

Province’s influential families have been controlling key governmental organisations for decades now

Focus is on private cars, bikes while violation by commercial vehicles goes unnoticed

Instructs authorities to ensure strict monitoring as relief measures continue to curb inflation impact

Books will be used for grades three to five

Court directs Anti-Corruption Establishment to submit its reply by May 6

Says paper across Africa, Europe, Middle East, and South Asia was shared prematurely, violating regulations

Says government working on plans to develop modern city dedicated to children with Down syndrome

Petition urges SC to strike down judges’ transfers and clarify constitutional rules on judicial appointments

Defence counsel requests court decision on sentence suspension before proceeding with appeal

Spox highlights diplomatic outreach with US, Iran and regional allies amid efforts to de-escalate Middle East tensions

Foreign ministry says two leaders discuss economic issues, broader implications of regional instability

Says all injured were given immediate care, shifted to hospitals in Dera Ismail Khan, Peshawar for treatment

PM Shehbaz, CDF Munir congratulate entire nation and Pakistan Navy on achieving this historic milestone

Five individuals, including four children and one woman, were injured, military says

Concern over disproportionately high allocation to non-development expenditure compared to development spending

Lawyers say continued exclusion will be challenged

Despite Trump's posturing, indications are that backchannels are still active to prevent a worst-case scenario

Oil spike to $126 triggers caution: KSE-100 closes at 162,994

Global oil benchmark Brent crude futures were down $2.05, or 1.7%, to $115.98 a barrel as ​of 1016 GMT

Pakistan, Tajikistan agree to boost transit trade via diversified corridors

Auctions 480 MHz spectrum, raising total capacity to over 750 MHz

KSE-100 retreats 2,588 points; investors wary of making fresh bets

Minister insists no barriers should hinder supply, reserves are sufficient

DG calls $6tr in minerals claim exaggerated, Barrick pauses review until mid-2027

The transaction is part of the government's privatisation initiative

Says Third Schedule expansion will curb tax evasion, apply full levy at manufacturing stage

Leaves benchmark overnight interest rate in 3.50%-3.75% range, cites inflation concerns

Drops Rs5,500/tola amid Fed policy uncertainty; rupee inches up

Securiport offers to install airport security systems; Senate flags transparency issues

Dissent rises, with officials split and inflation concerns flagged in policy statement

European Investment Bank keen on investment, but seeks EU share in mineral off-take

Bears tighten grip on PSX amid sector-wide decline

India has repeatedly demanded that Britain return the 105-carat diamond

Kremlin says two presidents also discuss Ukraine truce

Three people were injured and were receiving treatment in hospital

More resources have been promised across the country to protect communities

US president urges Tehran to reach a deal

Move may have limited immediate market impact due to Iran war, but could reshape oil supply dynamics, experts say

Video shows several discrepancies, signs of digital manipulation; AI detection tools also label it as suspicious

US president says Tehran 'can’t get their act together' on non-nuclear agreement

62% worry about not having money for retirement, 60% unable to cover medical costs in event of accident, illness

Number of suspected cases has reached nearly 35,000 in one of the worst outbreaks of measles in decades

Exit of ⁠UAE widens rift with Saudi ​Arabia, which is effectively OPEC's leader

Trump, unhappy with latest peace proposal, says Iran 'figuring out its leadership'

Report confirms that visuals show Israel’s airstrike on the Terhan oil depot that occurred on March 7

US mediating push for Netanyahu-Aoun summit as Israel official says 'we cannot wait indefinitely'

Second blaze in area in under two weeks; 186 residents affected, cause still under investigation

United States would now total $871 million, up from an initial figure of $727 million announced in December

Captain's 57-ball century leads 70-run win over Islamabad United

He defeated Norrie 6-2 7-5 on Tuesday

He beat Trump 13-12 to secure a place in the quarter-finals

She fell to a shock 7-6 (10/8), 6-4 defeat by Anastasia Potapova

The biggest World Cup in history will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico

The US banking giant agreed a deal till 2030 winter games

The defender joined City from Everton in 2016

A team of highly skilled mountaineers began fixing ropes and ladders on Everest

Zalmi post 221 on the back of Babar ton, bowl out Islamabad United for 151 to win by 70 runs

Casemiro scored in 2-1 victory

Diego Simeone’s men have never won Europe's premier competition

He is eyeing to win five Masters 1000 tournaments in a row

Encourages fans to use public transport or minimise fuel consumption

They still have a 12-point cushion over their closest challengers Pau