54 m. ago MoST forwards summary for PSQCA chief appointment despite legal hurdles

ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) has submitted a summary to the federal cabinet regarding the appointment of the Director General (DG) of the Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA), despite ongoing legal complications identified by the Ministry of Law and Justice. The top post at PSQCA has remained vacant for several […]

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1 hour ago Trump says to mull ‘US attack’ as Netanyahu seeks support amid escalated week

Tel Aviv is capable of striking all of Iran’s nuclear facilities but all help is welcome: Israeli PM Israel, Iran trade strikes as air war escalates with no end in sight Iran strikes Israeli defence sites in Haifa, stock exchange in Tel Aviv with missiles and drones as Israel targets Iranian nuclear sites Khamenei says […]

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2 h. ago LHC adjourns Imran Khan’s bail plea for final arguments till June 23

Two-member bench hears bail petition of PTI founding chairman in eight cases related to May 9 riots LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Thursday heard bail petitions filed by former prime minister Imran Khan in eight different cases of May 9, 2023 riots. A two-member bench, led by Justice Shehbaz Rizvi, presided over the […]

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3 h. ago DG ISPR lauds students’ critical role as ‘frontline force’ in ‘information war’

Lt-Gen Ahmed Sharif states Pakistan will continue to act as a net stabiliser in the region KARACHI: Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR), Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif lauded the critical role the students played as the “frontline force” in Pakistan’s “information war,” during the recent Operation Bunyanum Marsoos and Marka-e-Haq. Speaking at a […]

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3 h. ago Trump, Field Marshal talk counterterrorism, trade at ‘White House lunch’: ISPR

Discussions encompassed avenues for expanding bilateral cooperation in multiple domains, including trade, economic development, and cryptocurrency: ISPR President Trump expressed keen interest in forging a mutually beneficial trade partnership with Pakistan: ISPR US president also commended the field marshal’s ‘leadership and decisiveness during a period of complex regional dynamics’ Army chief invited Trump to undertake […]

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4 h. ago PM calls stringent mechanisms to eliminate counterfeit medicines’ trade

Premier Shehbaz reiterates govt’s unwavering commitment to delivering quality healthcare to citizens Emphasizes provision of best possible healthcare facilities to the public remains govt’s top priority Vows no political interference would be tolerated in the implementation of health reforms ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday directed the deployment of advanced technology to eliminate […]

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4 h. ago PM directs finalization of industrial policy at earliest to boost production

PM Shehbaz describes industrial sector as backbone of the country’s exports, stresses industry development to achieving export-led economic growth Notes uncertain industrial policies have hindered industrial growth, saying through effective policy, industrial development will be taken to new heights ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday directed to finalize the industrial policy at the […]

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4 h. ago Steel Melters Urge Senate to Link Import Tariff Cuts with Power Tariff Relief to Avert Industry Crisis

  The Pakistan Steel Melters Association has urged the Senate Standing Committee on Finance and Revenue to tie any reduction in steel import tariffs directly to a corresponding decrease in power tariffs for the industry. Mian Ahmad Hassan, Chairman of the Association emphasized that high power costs, which constitute over 70% of production expenses, already […]

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4 h. ago Pakistan goes electric: New EV policy aims to transform transport by 2030

ISLAMABAD — The Government of Pakistan has unveiled the National Electric Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025–30, aiming to transform the country’s transport sector with clean, affordable, and energy-efficient mobility solutions. The policy sets a bold target: 30% of all new vehicles sold by 2030 will be electric. Addressing a press conference, Haroon Akhtar Khan, Special Assistant […]

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5 h. ago Meghan Markle and Prince Harry React to Queen Camilla’s Royal Ascot Moment

Royal Ascot, one of the UK’s most anticipated events, brought the royal family together to celebrate the arrival of summer at the Berkshire racecourse. King Charles III and Queen Camilla were at the forefront of the event, with their carriage marking the official start of the races. However, a small but memorable moment involving Queen […]

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5 h. ago Punjab budget envisions 100 Sahulat Bazaars under Rs10b CM’s Special Initiative

Construction of 13 Sahulat Bazaars already underway, expected to be completed at a cost Rs3.4b by August 2025 LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced the establishment of 100 new Sahulat Bazaars across the province—a historic intervention to combat inflation, restore price stability, and provide year-round relief to the public at large. According to […]

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5 h. ago Mass displacement of Palestinians in Gaza reaches over 680,000 as Israeli genocide intensifies

GENEVA/GAZA: The United Nations reported on Wednesday that more than 680,000 Palestinians have been forcibly displaced across Gaza in the last three months, as Israel’s military operations continue to escalate. UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric, citing the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), highlighted that Israeli authorities issued a new displacement order on Tuesday, […]

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5 h. ago Xi talks with Putin over phone, discusses ‘worsening’ Middle East situation

Chinese President makes a four-point proposal for tackling the current situation BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin exchanged views with a focus on the situation in the Middle East during a phone conversation on Thursday. In the phone call, Putin briefed on Russia’s views on the current situation in the Middle […]

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5 h. ago ‘KP’s Rickshaws vs. Punjab’s Air Ambulance: Azma slams PTI’s govt priorities

Info Minister says nation applauds Field Marshal Asim Munir’s meeting with Trump—except Modi and the ‘Fitna’ Brigade LAHORE: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari on Thursday fired a broadside at Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and drew a comparison between the priorities of the two governments, saying while Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz is “launching modern air ambulances” to serve […]

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5 h. ago Xi says ceasefire an urgent priority in settling conflict in Middle East

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Thursday that ceasefire is an urgent priority in settling the conflict in the Middle East, and the use of force is not the right way to resolve international disputes. During phone talks with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, over the situation in the Middle East, he urged the […]

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6 h. ago Pakistan condemns Israel’s attacks on Iran, urges immediate action from UN and global community

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has strongly condemned Israel’s recent aggression against Iran on Thursday, urging the United Nations and the international community to act immediately to halt the military strikes and hold Israel accountable. The Foreign Office spokesperson, Shafqat Ali Khan, called the Israeli strikes a violation of Iran’s sovereignty, stressing that they contravene international law and […]

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6 h. ago Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin’s Marriage ‘Officially Dead,’ Sources Say

Reports suggest that Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin’s marriage has reached a breaking point, with sources claiming the relationship is now “officially dead.” According to RadarOnline, the couple’s marital struggles have intensified, with Hailey reportedly being pushed to her limit by Justin’s behavior. A source close to the couple revealed that Hailey, who had been […]

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7 h. ago Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz Confirm Permanent Move to the US Amid Family Rift

Brooklyn Beckham and his wife, Nicola Peltz, have taken a significant step in their life in the United States, purchasing a £10.5 million home in Hollywood. This move, following their lavish 2022 wedding, marks a permanent shift for the couple, who have been dividing their time between Los Angeles and Florida in recent years. The […]

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7 h. ago Fire ravages Millennium Mall in Karachi, shopkeepers blame delayed response

KARACHI: A devastating fire that broke out early Wednesday at Millennium Mall on Rashid Minhas Road in Karachi destroyed at least 250 shops and left merchandise worth billions of rupees in ruins. The fire reportedly started around 3:50 am on the rooftop, where generators and chillers were installed, and quickly spread to the third and […]

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7 h. ago Trump hosts Field Marshal Asim Munir in historic White House meeting

ISLAMABAD: US President Donald Trump hosted Field Marshal Asim Munir in an unprecedented meeting at the White House on Wednesday, praising the Pakistani military leader for playing a key role in averting a war between Pakistan and India. Trump commended Munir for his efforts to prevent further escalation of tensions between the two nuclear powers, […]

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