US must back Pakistan’s campaign to blacklist BLA at UN, the diplomat
The United States should support Pakistan’s efforts to have the terrorists group Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) designated by the United Nations as a
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AJK authorities seize ammunition, police gear in raid on banned JAAC leader’s residence
Law enforcement agencies raided the residence of a senior member of a banned action committee in Pakistan-administered Kashmir…
Salary hikes, housing relief and electric buses drive Punjab’s new budget
Punjab’s government unveiled a tax-free and surplus budget for fiscal year 2026-27 on Tuesday, pledging higher spending on…
Qatar credits Pakistan for breakthrough in US-Iran talks
Qatar has publicly endorsed Pakistan’s leadership in mediation efforts between the United States and Iran, highlighting Islamabad’s growing…
Shia leaders in AJK demand immediate halt to all protests for Muharram
Web Desk: Shia community leadership and organizational workers in the Mirpur Division issued a formal press release on…
Court takes action on TikTok ban petition
Web Desk: The Peshawar High Court grilled the telecom regulator on Tuesday. Judges questioned its failure to curb…
UK moves to ban social media for minors, what are the new rules?
Web Desk: The British government will ban children under the age of 16 from using major social media…
Pakistan reaffirms commitment to regional peace, rejects IIOJK destabilisation efforts
Pakistan remains committed to diplomacy, regional stability and peaceful engagement with neighboring countries, while continuing to support
Aleema Khan questions hospital transfer of Imran Khan, calls for independent medical care
Web Desk: Aleema Khan, sister of former prime minister Imran Khan, raised concerns over his reported transfer to…
Anmol ‘Pinky’ case: forensic probe recovers 100GB data, revelations expected
Web Desk: Investigators probing a major narcotics trafficking case have recovered more than 100 gigabytes of digital data…
Punjab cabinet approves budget proposal worth over Rs5.85 trillion
The Punjab Cabinet on Tuesday approved the province's proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-27, setting the stage for…
Weather Update: New rain spell brings relief across Punjab and KP
A new spell of rain swept across parts of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, bringing a welcome drop in…
Islamabad traffic police launch doorstep services across 28 locations
The Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) will expand access to licensing and police services by deploying facilitation vans and…
UN Chief praises Pakistan’s role in US-Iran peace deal
Web Desk: United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres warmly congratulated the United States and Iran on Monday for successfully…
Trump says oil prices will plunge further
Web Desk: The United States and Iran have reached an agreement to end more than 100 days of…
AJK police press release: 4 officers martyred, 89 injured and 425 arrested
Web Desk: Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) police released a comprehensive security briefing on Monday, confirming that law…
Family demands action after 9-year-old Haniya’s killing
Web Desk: The grandfather of 9-year-old Australian Pakistani girl Haniya Ahmed has demanded strict action against those responsible…
KP announces public holiday for Muharram
Web Desk: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government declared a public holiday across the province to mark the first day…
Dr Nabiha responds to claims of a divorce notice
Web Desk: Dr Nabiha Ali Khan rejected viral divorce rumours on Monday, releasing a detailed video statement that…
Trump announces fresh movement of oil tankers after truce
Web Desk: U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that oil tankers had resumed moving out of the…
Modi’s Iran tweet draws criticism for omitting Pakistan’s role
Web Desk: Digital platforms erupted in fierce debate as netizens and regional commentators point out Indian Prime Minister…
Mirpur AJK: Women activists voice support for peace, reject banned JAAC narrative
A large group of women leaders and activists in Mirpur voiced support for peace and stability in Azad…
Oil prices fall after US-Iran reach peace deal
The United States and Iran have reached a preliminary agreement to end months of conflict and restore navigation…
Pakistan to host Iran-US agreement signing in Geneva, PM Shehbaz Sharif
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan will host the formal signing ceremony of a landmark agreement between Iran…
PAF trainer jet crashes near Mardan, two pilots martyred
A Pakistan Air Force trainer aircraft crashed during a routine training sortie near Mardan on Monday, martyring both…
Gaethje ends Topuria’s unbeaten run, captures UFC lightweight belt
Justin Gaethje delivered one of the most stunning upsets in mixed martial arts history on Sunday night, dethroning…
What does the US-Iran peace deal include? terms of the agreement explained
A proposed peace agreement between the United States and Iran promises sweeping economic, military and diplomatic changes
PM Shehbaz announces US-Iran peace deal, signing set for June 19
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that the United States and Iran had reached a peace agreement following intensive…
Ali Safina finally reveals the truth behind his role in Merub Ali’s breakup
Web Desk: Pakistani actor and television host Ali Safina has cleared the air regarding his alleged role in…
Election commission confirms AJK July 27 polls as govt tightens crackdown against JAAC leadership
The Election Commission of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) has confirmed that legislative elections will take place on…
Hafiz Ahmed faces fraud allegations over trading courses
Web Desk: Podcaster and online course instructor Hafiz Ahmed is facing criticism on social media after fellow content…
Blast hits Jhangi police check post in Taunsa, no casualties reported
Web Desk: An explosion damaged the main gate and boundary wall of a police check post in Taunsa…
Banned JAAC gunmen open fire on police flag march in Rawalakot
An armored police vehicle came under heavy gunfire during a routine flag march in Rawalakot, authorities said, as…
Section 302 added against CCD officer in Hania Ahmed shooting case
Web Desk: Police have upgraded charges to murder in the case involving the death of a 9-year-old Australian…
Pakistan and India set for Women’s T20 World Cup showdown
Web Desk: Pakistan and India will renew one of cricket’s most celebrated rivalries on Saturday when the neighboring…
FIFA World Cup 2026: Morocco stun Brazil as Qatar celebrate
Web Desk: Traditional powerhouses faltered and underdogs thrived during a dramatic third day of the FIFA World Cup…
Fiza Ali resigns from morning show
Web Desk: Pakistani television host and former actor Fiza Ali has reportedly resigned from her duties at 24…
UK authorities dismantle JAAC protest camp outside Pakistan high commission
Web Desk: British immigration authorities and police carried out a joint operation outside the Pakistan High Commission in…
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How much cheaper will fuel get?
Web Desk: Government has decided to reduce petrol and diesel prices for the fifth consecutive review period, providing…
“Closer than ever”, Shehbaz Sharif says landmark US-Iran deal nears conclusion
Pakistan said a final text of a proposed peace agreement has been reached and that discussions have entered…
Meta’s Threads faces widespread disruption
Web Desk: Threads users also encountered connection issues, with some unable to log in and others experiencing delays…
Govt cuts income tax for salaried class
Web Desk: Pakistan has unveiled a broad tax relief package for salaried workers while introducing new taxes on…
PM signs budget 2026 after cabinet’s approval
Web Desk: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif signed the official documents for the 2026-27 annual federal budget at…
Pakistan Army outshines global teams in UK military contest
Web Desk: A team from the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) won first place at the International Pacesticking Competition…
Hania Amir’s lip-sync video to Asim Azhar’s ‘Aarzoo’ goes viral
Web Desk: Pakistani actress Hania Amir sent social media into a frenzy after sharing a video of herself…
Freelancers boost Pakistan economy as digital exports hit $900 million
Pakistan’s economy grew 3.7% in the current fiscal year despite domestic and global headwinds, Finance Minister
AJK govt reinstates 177 FIRs against banned JAAC after previous withdrawal
The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government has reinstated 177 previously withdrawn first information reports (FIRs) following a
Pakistan rejects India’s Kashmir comments, warns against weaponising water
Pakistan strongly rejected recent Indian statements on Jammu and Kashmir, calling the region internationally recognised as disputed
Budget 2026: Heavy tax hike expected on EVs
Govt plans to raise sales tax on imported electric vehicles to as high as 25% in the 2026-27…
Budget 2026: Pakistan has secured solar tax relief
Web Desk: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has agreed to drop a proposed increase in taxes on solar…
Mockery turns movement as ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ draws massive support across India
The Cockroach Janta Party movement traces its origins to comments made on May 15 by Chief Justice of…
IMF agrees to keep stationery tax at ten percent
Web Desk: The International Monetary Fund agreed to withdraw a proposed 18 percent sales tax on stationery items…
US defense secretary threatens decisive blow to Iran
Web Desk: US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the United States will launch a major military strike…
Sahibzada Farhan to lead Pakistan as 15 player squad announced for 2026 Asian games
Pakistan have named a 15-member squad for the 2026 Asian Games, appointing experienced batter Sahibzada Farhan as captain
CCTV footage surfaces showing CMH Rawalakot Attack by banned JAAC
Tensions flared in Rawalakot after members of a banned group, Awami Action Committee, stormed the Combined Military Hospital
US launches airstrikes on Iran, Tehran fires back across Gulf bases
Web Desk: The United States carried out airstrikes inside Iran early Wednesday, blaming Tehran for the crash of…
Pakistan retaliates to terror attacks by targeting Fitna al Khawarij hideouts across Afghan border, Attaullah Tarar
Pakistan carried out targeted cross-border strikes along the Pakistan-Afghanistan frontier following a series of deadly militant attacks
Pakistan targets terrorist hideouts inside Afghanistan
Web Desk: Pakistan carried out intelligence-based airstrikes against suspected militant hideouts inside Afghanistan following an attack on a…
Your current iPhone probably can’t run Apple’s new Siri AI, see why?
Web Desk: Apple’s newly unveiled Siri AI upgrade will come with strict hardware boundaries, requiring a minimum of…
AJK govt launches legal action against Shaukat Nawaz Mir and Khawaja Mehran over sedition and anti-state activities
The Home Department of Azad Jammu and Kashmir has initiated legal proceedings against two individuals, alleging involvement
NAB announces landmark reforms in real estate sector
National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Chairman Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Nazir Ahmed on Tuesday announced sweeping reforms in Pakistan’s
Security forces nab Five RAW operatives in Muzaffarabad
Authorities in Azaad Kashmir have arrested five individuals linked to India’s intelligence agency Research and Analysis Wing
NEPRA approves electricity price cut for three months
Web Desk: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) approved a reduction of Rs. 1.99 per unit in…
Eight terrorists eliminated as security forces repel assault on FC post, six personnel martyred
Security forces in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province thwarted a major terrorist assault on a Federal Constabulary
What is the expected price of iPhone 18?
Apple Inc. is poised to spotlight a new wave of artificial intelligence features at its upcoming Worldwide Developers…
Apple unveils context-aware messages, smart browsing, creative AI tools in latest update
Apple rolled out expansion of its artificial intelligence ecosystem, a redesigned Siri with set of new “Apple Intelligence”…
Budget 2026: PPP demands huge salary and pension hike
The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has demanded a 50 percent increase in salaries and pensions for government employees…
Gold extends losses in global, local markets
Gold prices fell again on Monday in both international and domestic markets, extending last week’s losses as global…
Why did the PCB permanently drop Shaheen Afridi from test cricket?
Web Desk: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) excluded Pakistan One Day International (ODI) captain Shaheen Shah Afridi from…
Peace restored after swift operation in Rawalakot, AJK Police
Law enforcement agencies in Azad Jammu and Kashmir restored order in Rawalakot after armed clashes involving
Action planned against users flaunting wealth on social media
Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is preparing a large-scale enforcement drive against tax non-filers who display lavish lifestyles
UFC at the white house? Trump’s birthday fight plan draws objection
A planned UFC at White House South Lawn, set to coincide with President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday and…
Middle East tensions escalate as Iran and Israel exchange missile strikes
Iran and Israel exchanged missile and air strikes overnight, deepening regional tensions and sending global oil prices sharply
PPP leads Gilgit-Baltistan polls as per unofficial results
Unofficial results from elections to 24 general seats in the Gilgit-Baltistan Legislative Assembly placed the Pakistan Peoples Party
HEC announces fully funded scholarships to study in Morocco
Web Desk: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan invited applications today from Pakistani students for the Moroccan…
JAAC attackers target CMH Rawalakot, one ranger martyred
Web Desk: Members of the banned Awami Action Committee allegedly attacked the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) in Rawalakot,…
Mohsin Naqvi delivers special message to Iranian supreme leader as part of mediation efforts
Pakistan intensified its diplomatic engagement with Iran as Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held high-level talks in Tehran focused…
AJK court rejects pressure politics, reaffirms constitutional process on refugee seats
The Supreme Court of Azad Jammu and Kashmir has ruled that any change to the region’s refugee seats…
How the QR panic button will ensure passenger safety in public transport?
Punjab authorities have decided to introduce a QR-based panic button system across public transport vehicles, including buses, vans,…
Dhil check post standoff ends as all police personnel rescued
Web Desk: All police and law enforcement personnel taken hostage during an overnight standoff at a security checkpoint…
Dr Mahnoor airlifted after Quetta hospital acid attack, suspect killed
A female doctor sustained serious burn injuries after an acid attack inside a government hospital in Quetta on…
Polls open across Gilgit-Baltistan as voters cast their ballots
The Election Commission in Gilgit-Baltistan has converted the office of the Chief Election Commissioner's personal secretary into a…
Shakira returns to World Cup stage for 2026 opening ceremony
Web Desk: FIFA confirmed that Colombian music icon Shakira will return to the tournament stage to perform at…
Education costs set to rise following new budget
Web Desk: Education will likely become much more expensive in Pakistan after the government announces the federal budget…
Mahira Khan says she does not fear losing heroine roles
Web Desk: Mahira Khan declared she is thoroughly enjoying the current phase of her life and remains unbothered…
GB finalizes polling preparations across 10 districts
Web Desk: Election authorities finalized all administrative and logistical preparations for the upcoming regional elections across 10 districts…
Azad Kashmir finally gets election date
Web Desk: The Election Commission of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) on Friday announced July 27 as the…
Launch date finalized for doorstep passport delivery system
Web Desk: Pakistan will begin delivering passports directly to applicants’ homes from July 1 under a new service…
Putin counters Indian journalist’s narrative on Pakistan
Web Desk: Russian President Vladimir Putin rejected the notion that Pakistan operates under China’s influence, describing the South…
How train tracks are turning into solar power plants?
Web Desk: Switzerland has launched a groundbreaking pilot project that places solar panels between railway tracks. The initiative…
World environment day: Climate warnings grow louder as nations face rising heat, floods and fires
Governments, international organisations and communities around the world marked World Environment Day on Friday amid mounting evidence
From Music to Polo Battles, Shandur Polo Festival Set to Begin June 11
Preparations are gathering pace for the annual Shandur Polo Festival, one of Pakistan's most celebrated sporting and cultural…
Pakistan wins the final match against Australia
Web Desk: Pakistan has won the match and clinched a historic One Day International series victory on Australian…
GB declares public holidays for elections
Web Desk: The Gilgit-Baltistan government has declared a two-day public holiday across the region to ensure the smooth…
Big price cut for BMW EV buyers
Web Desk: Dewan Motors, the official importer and distributor of BMW vehicles in Pakistan, has announced massive price…
Arrested terrorist admits to ramadan bombing that martyred seven officers
Web Desk: A captured terrorist from the outlawed group Fitna al-Khawarij, has issued a detailed confessional statement revealing…
Mobile phone taxes set to drop in new budget
Web Desk: Pakistan’s Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication has proposed significant reductions in taxes levied on mobile…
UK visa just got easier for Pakistanis: How to apply without agents?
Web Desk: The British government has streamlined its visa application process for Pakistani citizens, eliminating the need for…
How scientists are using mosquitoes to tackle dengue?
Millions of sterile mosquitoes could soon take flight over parts of the United States in an unusual bid…
Noor Mukadam case: SC maintains death penalty for Zahir Jaffar
Supreme Court has upheld the death sentence of Zahir Jaffer in the high-profile murder of 27-year-old Noor Mukadam,
Italy expands doors for Pakistanis with new worker quota and thousands of student visas
Italy has earmarked 10,500 employment opportunities for Pakistani workers over the next three years and granted more than
Indian sponsored propaganda account Bahott Baloch goes offline after permanent X ban
Social media platform X has permanently banned an account operating under the name “Bahott Baloch” following allegations
Iran announces major update on Khamenei’s funeral arrangements
Iran has announced three days of official ceremonies for the burial of former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with…
NCERT launches six-week cybersecurity internship, how to apply?
National Cyber Emergency Response Team (NCERT) has launched a cybersecurity internship program aimed at
US trade crackdown deepens as Trump proposes tariffs on 60 countries
Web Desk: The Trump administration proposed new tarrifs of 10% to 12.5% on goods from 60 economies, citing…
Bangladesh’s Khalilur Rahman elected as UN assembly president
Bangladesh Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman won election as president of the 81st session of the United Nations
The new ATM scam: how hackers turn android phones into stolen cards?
Web Desk: Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky released new data on Wednesday revealing that cyberattacks targeting Android users through near-field…
Punjab govt announces revised market timings
Markets across Punjab are set to return to regulated business hours from Tuesday after the provincial government ended…
Budget 2026: Govt plans to tax cryptocurrency trades
Pakistan is preparing to bring cryptocurrency trading into the tax net by introducing a capital gains tax on…
Terror attack foiled in Bannu as security forces intercept suicide bomber
Security forces foiled a suspected suicide attack in northwestern Pakistan on Tuesday after identifying and engaging a
Gilgit-Baltistan election battle heats up as Nawaz Sharif enters the fray
Political activity intensified in Pakistan’s northern Gilgit-Baltistan region on Monday as the leaders of the country’s three
Driverless public transport could soon be everywhere
Web Desk: NVIDIA is accelerating its push into autonomous transportation through a series of partnerships with automakers, software…
Iran suspends US talks after Israeli strikes in Lebanon
Web Desk: Iran has suspended indirect communications with the United States and is considering additional measures involving key…
Everything to know about Momina Iqbal’s husband
Web Desk: Pakistani television actor Momina Iqbal’s wedding celebrations have become one of the most talked-about entertainment stories…
Fragile calm shattered as US and Iran trade attacks across region
The United States and Iran carried out fresh strikes against each other over the weekend, while Kuwait reported…
Budget 2026: Heavy taxes likely to stay on commodities
Government is likely to maintain a heavy tax burden on food and daily essential items in the upcoming…
Budget 2026 expected to bring price cuts on several items
Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have discussed broad tariff reductions ahead of the upcoming federal
EU foreign policy high representative Kaja Kallas arrives in Pakistan for strategic talks
European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission
Internal PTI rift deepen in KP as party constitutes six-member committee
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has moved to contain widening internal differences within its Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chapter by
Weather alert: Rain expected in several parts of Pakistan
Pakistan is expected to experience predominantly hot and dry weather in the coming days, although isolated rainfall may…
Govt returns to earlier market schedule, notification issued
Authorities in Pakistan's Punjab province and the federal capital Islamabad have decided to restore restrictions on market operating…
David Warner applauds Arafat Minhas’ record-breaking debut
Web Desk: Pakistan all-rounder Arafat Minhas delivered a record-breaking performance on his One-Day International debut against Australia, becoming…
How much can you save under new QR system for electricity subsidy?
Pakistan has introduced a QR code-based registration mechanism to improve oversight of electricity subsidies and ensure that government
Alizeh Shah mocking Dananeer’s viral singing clip
Web Desk: Pakistani actresses Alizeh Shah and Dananeer Mobeen have become the focus of an online debate after…
How did the champions league final trigger riots across France?
Celebrations of Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League triumph descended into widespread unrest across France overnight, leaving
Pakistan won by 5 wickets in first ODI
Web Desk: Pakistan successfully chased a target of 201 runs after bowling Australia out for 200 in 44.1…
Momina Iqbal and Hamza Habib begin wedding celebrations after private nikkah
Web Desk: Pakistani actress Momina Iqbal and her husband, Hamza Habib, celebrated a private Dua-e-Khair ceremony on Saturday…
Anthropic offers massive salary for copywriters
Web Desk: Artificial intelligence company Anthropic is offering salaries of up to $400,000 for senior writing and content…
First ODI: Pakistan need 201 runs to beat Australia
Web Desk: Debutant spinner Arafat Minhas delivered a memorable performance on his one-day international debut, taking five wickets…
Rs10,000 bonus announced for Eid sanitation workers
Web Desk: Punjab’s senior provincial minister, Marriyum Aurangzeb, announced on Tuesday that the province disposed of more than…
Tax cuts and salary hikes, what’s in the upcoming budget for salaried class?
The government is considering a series of relief measures for salaried workers and pensioners in the federal budget…
Why Gold is getting more expensive?
Web Desk: Gold prices in Pakistan climbed again on Friday, pushing the cost of one tola of gold…
Faisal Quraishi reveals what happened to Saba Qamar on set
Web Desk: Pakistani actor Faisal Quraishi has revealed that fellow actor Saba Qamar became so deeply immersed in…
Could fuel prices fall by Rs30 per litre tonight?
Web Desk: Pakistan is likely to reduce petroleum prices by up to Rs30 per litre in the upcoming…
PECTA starts high-tech training for teachers in Punjab
Web Desk: The Punjab Education Curriculum and Training Authority (PECTA) has launched a new teacher training program aimed…
Rain expected in several cities of Punjab
Web Desk: Pakistan’s meteorological authorities forecast rain and thunderstorms in several regions on Thursday while warning that intense…
Last day of Hajj sees massive crowd at Jamarat
Web Desk: Millions of Muslim pilgrims continued the final Hajj rituals on Thursday. They gathered in Mina to…
Climate change pushes temperature to record 51.5°C in Pakistan
Web Desk: A severe heatwave sweeping across southern Pakistan pushed temperatures in the interior Sindh city of Dadu…
Are solar users and hybrid car owners facing new taxes in upcoming budget?
stan’s upcoming budget is expected to introduce major tax adjustments across key sectors, particularly energy, transport and consumer…
Big claim emerges over late Ali Khamenei’s funeral prayer
A British newspaper has claimed that funeral prayers for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei were held…
Pakistan’s diplomatic limelight must deliver economic gains at home
Pakistan has reached a rare geopolitical moment. As tensions persist between the United States, Iran, Israel and Gulf…
PM Shehbaz Sharif offers Eid prayers in Lahore
Web Desk: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif offered Eidul Azha prayers on Thursday alongside…
Iranian pilgrims raise political slogans in Mecca
Web Desk:Iranian pilgrims attending this year’s hajj in Saudi Arabia chanted slogans against the United States and Israel…
Govt eyes higher taxes on EVs and solar
Web Desk: Upcoming federal budget may raise taxes on solar panels and hybrid vehicles, increasing costs for consumers…
Donating sacrificial hides to these groups could land you in jail
Punjab’s Home Department has released a list of 89 banned and monitored organisations ahead of Eid al-Adha, urging…
Pakistani celebrities who went for Hajj in 2026
Web Desk: Pakistani actors, journalists, cricketers, and social media personalities joined millions of Muslims from around the world…
Sharp rise in butcher rates ahead of Eid-ul-Adha
Web Desk: Demand for professional butchers has surged in Rawalpindi and Islamabad ahead of Eidul Azha, with bookings…
Heat to intensify during Eid-ul-Adha
Web Desk: Pakistan’s Meteorological Department (PMD) warned that a severe heatwave is likely to affect large parts of…
KP Govt announces big summer break for schools
Web Desk: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Elementary and Secondary Education Department on Sunday announced summer vacations for public and…
Pakistan, China agree to accelerate CPEC 2.0 and strengthen security partnership in joint statement
China and Pakistan pledged to accelerate cooperation under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), expand defense and technology ties
Day of Arafat Observed as Millions of pilgrims perform Hajj rites in Saudi Arabia
Millions of Muslims converged on the plains of Arafat on Tuesday to perform Wuquf-e-Arafah, the central rite of…
Govt announces summer vacations for schools
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Elementary and Secondary Education Department has announced summer vacation schedules for schools
Contradictory claims by RAW-linked X accounts on Chaman blast exposed
Web Desk: A fact-check report released by Balochistan Reality Check has highlighted inconsistencies in social media claims linked…
Mohsin Naqvi and Sarfraz Bugti chair important meeting after blast
Web Desk: Mohsin Naqvi and Mir Sarfraz Bugti chaired a high-level meeting in Quetta following the deadly blast…
Sindh Govt changes previous Eid holidays notification
Web Desk: The Sindh government has announced public holidays across the province on the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, according…
As Pakistan gains global influence, India resorts to terrorism by attacking innocent civilians in Balochistan
A blast targeting a train near Chaman Phatak in Quetta killed civilians, including women and children, during Eid…
Chaman Phatak blast martyrs 14, including women and children
Web Desk: At least 14 people, including three Frontier Corps (FC) personnel, were killed in a powerful explosion…
Sarah Khan and singer Falak Shabir welcome second daughter
Web Desk: Pakistani actress Sarah Khan and singer Falak Shabir have welcomed their second daughter, the celebrity couple…
Massive Air defense shield activated for Hajj pilgrims
Web Desk: Saudi Arabia has completed extensive defense and security preparations to safeguard millions of Muslim pilgrims expected…
Turkey begins major crackdown on Afghan migrants
Web Desk: Turkish authorities have launched a large-scale crackdown on undocumented Afghan migrants, following similar enforcement actions in…
Sindh, KP notify four public Eid holidays
Web Desk: The Sindh government has announced four public holidays across the province on the occasion of Eid…
Federal Govt slashes fuel prices again nationwide
Web Desk: The federal government decreased petroleum prices for the second consecutive week, slashing high-speed diesel by Rs.…
PM Shehbaz Sharif lands in China for 5-day visit
Web Desk: Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will visit China this week for talks on regional security, trade…
How shake-up in US green card policy affect thousands?
Web Desk: The Trump administration has announced a major change to the U.S. green card process. The new…
Oil falls, global markets react to Asim Munir’s Iran visit
Web Desk: Global financial markets reacted sharply on Friday as Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir departed for an…
CDF Asim Munir lands in Iran as part of ongoing mediation efforts
Web Desk: According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HI (M),…
Old Motorway M-Tags to expire on May 31 across Pakistan
Web Desk: Motorway authorities have urged commuters across Pakistan to replace their old M-Tags before May 31, warning…
PML-N MPA Saqib Chadhar issues statement on Momina Iqbal case
Web Desk: Saqib Chadhar has issued a clarification statement regarding the controversy involving actress Momina Iqbal, claiming he…
“I will not spare anyone” Maryam Nawaz reacts to Momina Iqbal case
Web Desk: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz addressed the growing controversy involving a Pakistan Muslim League (N) MPA…
Field Marshal Asim Munir leaves for Iran
Web Desk: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir departed for an official visit to Iran on Friday to discuss…
Muneeb Butt named in criminal facilitation probe, secures bail
Web Desk: Pakistani actor Muneeb Butt appeared before the Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Karachi after surrendering in connection…
Mutual trust, stronger ties’ Pakistan, Bangladesh eye major cooperation boost
Web Desk: Pakistan welcomed what it described as positive momentum in bilateral relations with Bangladesh on Friday, as…
Pakistan railways announces special trains for Eid ul Adha
Railways has announced the operation of special Eid-ul-Adha trains to manage the expected surge in passenger traffic during…
CDF Asim Munir honors soldiers, families of martyred personnel at investiture ceremony
Pakistan’s armed forces held an investiture ceremony at its General Headquarters in Rawalpindi, awarding medals to officers and
Heatwave grips South as gusty winds and rain loom over Northern Pakistan
Pakistan is expected to experience mostly hot weather across much of the country, with the Pakistan Meteorological Department…
Pakistan’s future lies in IT, agriculture and mining, DG ISPR
DG ISPR Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry held an extensive interactive session with university students in Islamabad
Security forces eliminate Khawarej leader in North Waziristan
Web Desk: Security forces killed a wanted Khawarej commander and four other insurgents during an intelligence-based operation in…
Iran tightens grip on Strait of Hormuz with checkpoints and toll
Iran has established sweeping control over the Strait of Hormuz, forcing commercial vessels to navigate a growing network…
NCCIA summons MPA in Momina Iqbal harassment case
Web Desk: National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has initiated legal proceedings after actress Momina Iqbal accused a…
Govt hints at massive relief under 2026-27 budget
Web Desk: Govt plans to introduce a “people-friendly” federal budget for fiscal year 2026-27 with targeted relief on…
US-Iran talks: Mohsin Naqvi makes emergency second visit to Tehran
Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi arrived in Tehran on Wednesday for the second time within 24 hours, signaling
Federal govt takes action to ensure uninterrupted wheat, flour supply to KP
The federal government has ordered the immediate removal of all obstacles affecting the transportation and distribution of wheat
China, Russia strengthen strategic ties with dozens of new agreements
Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing for high-level talks aimed at deepening
Govt announces Eid holidays
Government has announced a three-day public holiday on the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, according to an official notification issued…
Bangladesh stuns Pakistan with Test series whitewash
Bangladesh completed a dominant Test series whitewash over Pakistan after securing a 78-run victory in the second Test…
Rizwan hits back at Litton Das sarcasm during tense Sylhet chase
Web Desk: A heated verbal altercation erupted between Pakistani wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan and Bangladeshi wicketkeeper Litton Das. The…
How to turn off the new Instagram instants feature
Web Desk: Meta Platforms Inc. launched its new real-time photo-sharing feature, Instants, to combat rival casual sharing apps…
Traffic paralysed as KP CM insists on traveling to Adiala via GT road
A convoy carrying the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was stopped at the entrance to Islamabad, triggering traffic…
Pakistan will defeat foreign-backed terrorism, CDF Asim Munir
Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, visited the strategically important Quetta Garrison, where he
Update for medical students as MDCAT 2026 exam date
Web Desk: Pakistan Medical and Dental Council has announced that the nationwide MDCAT Test mandatory for admissions to…
Bushra Bibi’s family gets relief after assurances
Jail Authorities are expected to allow the daughter of former first lady Bushra Bibi to meet her mother…
US signals temporary relief on Iran oil sanctions during Pakistan mediated talks
The United States has indicated a willingness to temporarily ease sanctions targeting Iran’s oil sector while negotiations continue
Why Trump backed off Iran strike?
Web Desk: U.S. President Donald Trump delayed a planned military strike on Iran after leaders from Saudi Arabia,…
Sana Yousaf murder suspect denies confession in court
Web Desk: The murder trial of TikToker Sana Yousaf entered its final stage on Monday after the accused,…
MG drops Binguo EV price in Pakistan
Web Desk: MG Motor Pakistan has reduced the price of its Binguo EV by Rs300,000 as competition intensifies…
ChatGPT rolls out advanced feature for users
OpenAI has quietly introduced a new file storage feature for ChatGPT that allows users to save uploaded documents…
Relief for traders as Govt extends market timings till May 31
Pakistan has eased market closing restrictions in the federal capital, allowing shops, bazaars and shopping malls to remain…
Israeli forces seize gaza aid flotilla, detain Saad Edhi and other activists
Israeli forces have detained Saad Edhi, son of prominent Pakistani philanthropist Faisal Edhi, during a Gaza-bound aid mission
How tall will Pakistan’s newly approved skyscraper be?
A private developer and DHA City Karachi have signed a formal agreement to construct what Pakistan’s tallest building,…
New details surface about Pinky and ex-husband’s network
Police in Pakistan’s Karachi said that investigators have uncovered new details about an alleged narcotics trafficking network linked…