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JUI-F, PML-N dig in heels as PPP exits race; final decision expected on Sunday

Afridi stresses focus on restoring existing schemes, accelerating dam projects, and flood-resilient

Pakistan’s mediation fuels US–Iran talks, but fragile ceasefire tests durability of peace

Pakistan’s climate finance ambitions grow, but weak systems stall turning funds into action

Power shortages, rising tariffs and policy gaps deepen Pakistan’s worsening electricity crisis

Sindh’s plan to enrol out-of-school children lacks clear steps, raising concerns over real impact

Karachi sees alarming rise in child HIV cases, with unsafe hospital practices driving infections

Pakistan’s diplomacy brings US and Iran to talks after 40 days of conflict, averting wider crisis

Misreading enemies, not strength, drives conflicts as leaders ignore Sun Tzu’s core lesson

Term appointment as 'flagrant violation of the sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity' of Somalia

Interior minister says police negotiated 40 minutes; suspect had a registered weapon and medical clearance

Pakistan repaid $2bn UAE debt via Saudi loan, totalling $2.5bn returned to Abu Dhabi this week

Massive security deployed for foreign delegations as authorities brace for high-level diplomatic visits

President Macron blames Hezbollah for attacks; group denies involvement, urging not to rush to conclusions

Alleges repeated adjournments have caused prejudice to the petitioner and defeated the purpose of interim relief

'We're talking to them … we're taking a tough stand,' Trump says

Large number of Eurasian griffon vultures spotted in Toba Tharo Lal, drawing expert attention

Indian ship ‘Sanmar Herald’ is attacked while crossing Strait of Hormuz, source says; crew and vessel are safe

2,238 pilgrims joined rites at key gurdwaras, praying for peace, harmony and Pakistan-India ties

Finance minister engages lenders, investors in Washington, outlining fiscal targets and economic priorities

Iran's armed forces say Hormuz back under military control, cite US blockade's 'piracy'

Leo, targeted by Trump, arrives from Cameroon after warning world is “ravaged by tyrants”

A soft yet haunting track, Dil Sukoon captures heartbreak, silence, and the slow ache of moving on after love

Trump says more direct talks likely this weekend, but diplomats doubt Islamabad logistics will allow it

Shares Maya Angelou’s words, reminding women that standing up for themselves uplifts all women everywhere

Revised petroleum prices come into effect from April 18

Agreement provides for delivery of 9.6 billion cubic metres of gas a year, but actual flows have often fallen short

The line-off demonstrates efficient execution while upholding global engineering precision and quality standards

Price of gold per tola increases by Rs4,500

Under new schedule, Urdu paper will now be held on May 2 in morning, followed by Geography paper in second shift

Syzran, Novokuibyshevsk refineries came under the strikes, Kyiv's drone forces commander said

Sharjeel Memon says scheme aims to empower women by enhancing mobility and independence

Saba Qamar, Nauman Ijaz lead drama that dares to go where few Pakistani dramas have gone before

PM Shehbaz says he departs the city of Antalya with 'cherished memories'

Waiver extension highlights US struggle to curb Russia while managing global oil supply

NZ says aircraft acted lawfully as China slams Yellow Sea patrol as 'harassment'

ISPR says discussions with Iranian leadership focus on fostering sustainable peace, long-term stability in region

PIA to formally launch its Pre-Hajj Operation 2026 on Sunday (tomorrow)

Says 'It is not just inflation, but impacts on growth, exports, remittances and investment flows'

Abdullah Fazal, Amad Butt, Azan Awais and Ghazi Ghori earned maiden call-ups

Rossouw, Hasan lead Gladiators in chase of 135

'Until the United States restores full freedom of navigation for vessels travelling to and from Iran, says IRGC

Briton says it would be understandable if the champion chose to step away

Arteta's men hold a six point lead at the top of the table

The club secured promotion after a 1–1 draw with Blackburn

They move 12 points clear with 3-0 win over Cagliari

He insists the incident didn’t affect him even “one percent”

Court declares facility a policy matter, not a legal right

Govt decides to keep price of petrol unchanged despite easing of tensions

Delegations expected in Islamabad for 'crucial' round

Mustafa Kamal says Karachi, Hyderabad together represented about 43% of Sindh's population but do not decide CM

Terrorists involved in looting, extortion, kidnapping, targeted killings, planning suicide attacks in Kharan, Lajay

The resurgence of book clubs signals a welcome revival of literary culture

Why we savour crime on screen while fearing it in real life

Stepping away from a relentless work culture is sometimes the only way to reclaim health, creativity and sense of self

Once a family pastime, the board game is finding a new life at chai hotels

The SC’s bridal jewellery verdict confronts women’s economic independence, dignity and control over property

Building a megaproject like Diamar-Bhasha means losing thousands of years of Buddhist heritage

In India, pressure on journalists isn’t arrests or cases, but the exhaustion of an increasingly hostile environment

The generation that lived through Partition is disappearing — and taking its memories with it

Documents says 80% of total financial requirement to be met through donor financing

Upholds death sentence of man who killed former wife 48 hours after khula decree

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Exhibition features seven artists working within Indo-Persian miniature tradition

Chipmaker expected to provide less than $120b support for OpenAI data centre

AI company projects revenue of roughly $190-200 billion in 2028

Google parent becomes largest institutional holder as bets multiply 100-fold

Delays lignite exit report, fuelling expectations of longer plant operations

Says business leaders not merely conduct trade but also build bridges of friendship

With investors nervous about high valuations of AI-related stocks

Ex-CEO flags challenges, calls for shifting back to indigenous network

European nation offers expertise in precision farming, greenhouse technology

Govt mulls over setting up development bank, rationalising import and export policies

Power sector inefficiency, lower recoveries, payment rows fuel debt spike

Wheat flour up 77% in devastating year for kitchen budgets; weekly inflation hits 9.11%

SBP governor says economy transitioning to sustainability, projects GDP at 3.5-4.5%

Assistance framework covers intelligence exchange, suspected cargo monitoring

Minister urges industry to work with govt to make Pakistan innovation, export hub

Punjab, Sindh refuse financial obligation, seek federal stocks after failing to buy locally

Pontiff urges action to advance two-state solution amid surge of attacks by Israeli settlers

Iranian parliament votes to further criminalise interviews with 'hostile media'

3,500 military, police officers deployed as nearly a thousand aftershocks follow quake

Democrats lead Republicans 44% to 39% ahead of November midterms, Financial Times poll shows

Options include sanctions on Chinese refiners and banks, land blockade, new secondary tariffs

Over 90 people, 45 pets rescued as record-high water surges along White River

Renewed Houthi attacks shatter 2022 truce with Saudi-backed government

Around 290 dead, 140 missing, 4,000 others injured as rescuers sift through rubble in Cali, Pereira

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Hezbollah vows 'appropriate' response

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Iran demands Qatar to release downed pilots

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Nadeem looked completely off-colour as he bowed out early in the 12-man final, leaving fans shell-shocked

The Olympic champion delivers a dismal performance, failing to secure a top-eight spot

Hamza Khan beat Shahjahan 11-6, 11-9, 11-4 as Nasir Iqbal also reached the last 16

He advanced into the Washington Open quarter-finals

She struck her maiden T20I ton as the hosts registered a six-wicket victory

PCB weighs IPL clash as well as the Super Six proposal

The tournament will be played across 12 venues

The 48-year-old leaves after five years in ‌charge

The 58-year-old says his core philosophy has always been to give your absolute best

Team has been out of communication since suspected Thursday avalanche

He wants to enjoy being with him

UEFA threatened to boycott the World Cup if FIFA went ahead

Sufyan Khan converted a penalty corner in the 21st minute

Reject FIFA’s proposal to transfer ownership interests in the WC and other ​FIFA competitions to private investors

Left-hander ruled out of second Test after scans confirmed finger injury sustained in the Trinidad opener