43 m. ago PM Shehbaz appoints Qatari royal as Pakistan’s tourism ambassador

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday appointed Qatari royal Sheikha Asma Al Thani as Pakistan’s Brand Ambassador for Mountains and Tourism after she successfully summited Nanga Parbat, also known as the ‘Killer Mountain.’ Following her remarkable achievement, the premier took to social media platform X to extend his congratulations, calling Sheikha Asma’s ascent a […]

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54 m. ago ‘No govt without PPP’s support:’ Bukhari rebukes rumours about President’s removal

PPP general secretary says those behind rumours lack understanding of the Constitution. Senior PPP leader says party will not be joining federal cabinet ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Secretary General Nayyar Hussain Bukhari on Tuesday categorically rejected reports circulating regarding a “change in the presidency” as rumours, saying the government could not function without the […]

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2 h. ago Shehbaz tells business leaders: ‘Together, we’ll build a self

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met top business leaders in Islamabad to discuss Pakistan’s economic future. He stressed that the government is now shifting from stabilisation to long-term growth. Shehbaz promised to focus on industrial expansion, job creation, and increasing foreign investment. He also highlighted the need to use local resources to reduce dependence on external […]

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2 h. ago ‘Dialogue only with relevant stakeholders,’ Barrister Gohar briefs PTI founder on political landscape

PTI chairman terms launching a political movement a constitutional right, saying party has not shied away from dialogue either Notes while an alliance with Maulana Fazlur Rehman could not be materialised, relations between them have not deteriorated ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Khan Tuesday held a detailed meeting with the party’s jailed founder, […]

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2 h. ago LHC rules on verbal property gifts, clarifies inheritance dispute

LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) has ruled that properties may be transferred through verbal gifts based on natural love, affection, and personal service, and that depriving a legal heir alone does not invalidate such transfers unless malicious intent is proven. Justice Anwaar Hussain made this statement while presiding over a complex inheritance dispute between […]

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2 h. ago PTI founder, spouse ‘again knock at IHC door’ for early hearing of plea against conviction in 190m case

ISLAMABAD: Incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi on Tuesday filed an application in the Islamabad High Court (IHC) seeking early hearing of their plea for the suspension of conviction in the £190m Al-Qadir Trust case. The former premier, through the application, requested that an early hearing of their filed appeal be […]

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2 h. ago Peshawar high court cancels ECP notification on reserved seats in KP assembly

The Peshawar High Court on Tuesday nullified the Election Commission of Pakistan’s (ECP) notification regarding the allocation of reserved seats for women and minorities in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly. The ruling came in response to a petition filed by the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N). The court issued a two-page written verdict, instructing the ECP to […]

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2 h. ago Govt clears four bidders for PIA sale in major privatisation push

The government of Pakistan has approved four key groups to move forward in the bidding process for the sale of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). The move is part of a major plan to sell 51% to 100% shares of the debt-ridden airline. This sale aims to cut financial losses, attract investment, and fulfill targets under […]

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3 h. ago ICC seeks arrest of Taliban supremo, Afghan chief justice over persecution of women

KABUL: The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Tuesday issued arrest warrants for senior Taliban leaders in Afghanistan over the persecution of women, a crime against humanity. ICC judges said in a statement there were “reasonable grounds” to suspect Supreme Leader Haibatullah Akhundzada and chief justice Abdul Hakim Haqqani “have committed the crime against humanity […]

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3 h. ago Punjab govt striving for ease and convenience of the masses: CM Maryam

Chief Minister inaugurates Rs8.77b Nawaz Sharif flyover and GPO Chowk Underpass on Mall Road in Rawalpindi RAWALPINDI/LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Tuesday inaugurated two major traffic infrastructure projects in Rawalpindi, declaring them a historic milestone for the city’s long-standing traffic woes, according to a handout from the Punjab DGPR. The Rs8.77 billion mega initiative […]

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3 h. ago ICC moves against Taliban: Warrants issued for human rights violations

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Afghan Taliban Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada and Chief Justice Abdul Hakim Haqqani, citing crimes against humanity related to gender-based persecution of women. According to foreign media reports, the ICC took the step following investigations into forced measures and systemic oppression imposed on women under Taliban […]

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3 h. ago ZTBL loan scandal: Rs. 11 billion in farmer loans go missing

A major financial scandal has rocked Pakistan’s Zarai Taraqiati Bank (ZTBL) as over 11,400 loan files—worth more than Rs. 11.48 billion—have gone missing, officials revealed during a Public Accounts Committee (PAC) meeting chaired by Junaid Akbar Khan. Officials from the Auditor General’s Office briefed the committee that out of 22,000 loan files, nearly half have […]

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3 h. ago Thar rail project set to power Pakistan with affordable energy, says railways minister

The Thar rail connectivity project is moving closer to completion, promising a major shift in Pakistan’s energy landscape. During a recent progress meeting, Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi said the project will enable direct transport of Thar’s indigenous coal to power plants across the country, significantly cutting electricity costs. Minister Abbasi highlighted that […]

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3 h. ago Afghan family wins visa battle against German government freeze

A German court has ruled that an Afghan family at risk must be issued visas, despite the government freezing its humanitarian admissions programme. The family, currently in Pakistan, was previously accepted under the programme meant for vulnerable Afghans following the Taliban takeover in 2021. Berlin’s administrative court declared that the family had received a “legally […]

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4 h. ago Pakistan warns UN of growing terror threat from Afghan soil, cites TTP as global risk

ISLAMABAD: In a firm stance against the growing threat of terrorism emanating from Afghanistan, Pakistan’s Permanent Ambassador to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, urged the international community to take action to prevent Afghanistan from becoming a breeding ground for terrorist organizations, particularly the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Addressing the UN General Assembly’s plenary session on […]

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4 h. ago Sharjeel Memon says govt cannot provide housing for all residents of dilapidated buildings

ISLAMABAD: Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Memon stated on Wednesday that it is not feasible for the government to provide housing for all residents living in dilapidated buildings, following the tragic collapse of a building in Karachi’s Lyari area that killed 27 people. The five-story building on Fida Husain Shaikha Road in Lea Market collapsed on […]

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4 h. ago Islamabad Court Orders Blocking of 27 YouTube Channels for Alleged Anti

An Islamabad court has ordered the blocking of 27 YouTube channels accused of spreading anti-state content and false information. The ruling, issued on Tuesday, came after the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) requested the court’s intervention. The channels were allegedly involved in disseminating misleading content that could potentially stir unrest and harm the reputation […]

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4 h. ago Heavy rain, floods forecast for Pakistan as PMD issues alert for next two days

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Tuesday issued a warning for heavy rainfall and potential flooding across various regions of the country, including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, northeast Punjab, Azad Kashmir, and parts of Balochistan, for the next two days. Monsoon rains are essential for replenishing water supplies, aiding agriculture, and supporting livelihoods, especially for farmers […]

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4 h. ago Legacy of Abdul Sattar Edhi continues to inspire, nine years after his passing

ISLAMABAD: On Tuesday, July 8, Pakistan paid tribute to its most revered humanitarian, Abdul Sattar Edhi, on the ninth anniversary of his passing. His legacy remains a beacon of compassion and selflessness, continuing to inspire generations both in Pakistan and around the world. Abdul Sattar Edhi’s contributions to humanitarian work are unparalleled. Known for establishing […]

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4 h. ago Chinese defence delegation lauds Pakistan’s Air Warfare capabilities in high level meeting

ISLAMABAD – A senior military delegation from China led by Chief of Staff of the People’s Liberation Army Air Force

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