2 h. ago Saudi Arabia to allow property ownership for foreigners in 2026

In a historic move, Saudi Arabia has announced that foreigners will be allowed to purchase real estate in specific areas of the country for the first time. This new policy, set to come into effect in January 2026, marks a significant shift in the Kingdom’s long-standing restrictions on foreign ownership. Previously, non-Saudi individuals were not […]

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5 h. ago 700+ drones rain down on Ukraine as Trump boosts arms support

Russia launched a record 728 drones in a large-scale overnight attack on Ukraine. This wave of drones came just hours after U.S. President Donald Trump promised to send more defensive weapons to Kyiv. The attack is part of a growing number of air strikes that have stretched Ukraine’s air defenses as the war enters its […]

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6 h. ago Armenia and Azerbaijan set to hold peace talks in UAE amid hopes for swift deal

The leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan are scheduled to meet on Thursday in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, to advance peace talks between the two countries. This meeting follows recent optimism from the United States about reaching a quick agreement. Baku and Yerevan have a long history of conflict over the Karabakh region. In 2023, […]

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6 h. ago Pakistan on high alert: Cabinet division warns of Indian cyber attacks

The Cabinet Division warned about increased cyber attacks by Indian hackers. They use the Pahalgam incident as a cover to steal data. These attacks target government and defense institutions. Officials fear serious damage to national security. Therefore, a strict cybersecurity advisory was released. The advisory explained that hackers send malware through emails and WhatsApp messages. […]

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6 h. ago Historic $38.3B remittance: Shehbaz credits overseas Pakistanis

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has warmly thanked overseas Pakistanis for sending a record-high $38.3 billion in remittances during the fiscal year 2024-25, marking a significant 26.6% increase compared to the previous year. This growth is the highest in Pakistan’s history and a clear sign of confidence in the country’s economic stability. The Prime Minister said […]

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8 h. ago Humaira Asghar’s Father Refuses to Accept Body After Postmortem Completion

The father of model and actress Humaira Asghar has declined to accept her body following the completion of a postmortem examination, police confirmed on Wednesday. The 35-year-old actress, who was found dead in her flat in Karachi’s Defence Phase 6 on Monday, had been living in isolation since 2018, and her body showed signs of […]

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9 h. ago Netanyahu, Trump focus on Gaza hostages and Hamas ceasefire in Washington talks

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with US President Donald Trump in Washington, where both leaders prioritized securing the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. Netanyahu reaffirmed Israel’s goal to eliminate Hamas’ military and government capabilities, stating that the mission in Gaza is not yet complete. However, he added that negotiators are actively […]

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22 h. ago US calls Pakistan’s Nobel nomination for Trump ‘win’ for Americans

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Monday called Pakistan’s nomination of US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize a “win” for the American people. Islamabad said last month it would recommend Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, an accolade that he has repeatedly said he craves, for his work in helping to […]

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22 h. ago CM inaugurates ‘Nawaz Sharif flyover’, ‘Mall Road Underpass’

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Tuesday inaugurated the Mall Road Underpass and the Nawaz Sharif Flyover on Adiala Road, marking the completion of two significant infrastructure projects. She was accompanied by Federal Railway Minister Muhammad Hanif Abbasi, Federal Parliamentary Secretary for Information and Broadcasting Barrister Danyal Ch, PML-N Divisional President Malik Abrar Ahmed, MNA […]

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24 h. ago US recognises Pakistan’s Nobel Peace Prize nomination for Trump

Israeli PM Netanyahu nominates Trump as well for the coveted award WASHINGTON: The White House has responded to Pakistan’s Nobel nomination, with Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirming the recognition. Leavitt highlighted Pakistan’s acknowledgment of Trump’s decisive role in averting the nuclear threat, noting that the nomination reflects the president’s broader diplomatic successes worldwide. “This nomination […]

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24 h. ago Trump plans tariff blitz: 50% on copper, 200% possible for medicines

US President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose a 50% tax on copper imports, signaling a more aggressive trade policy if re-elected. Speaking during a cabinet meeting, Trump said his administration is actively working on the copper issue as part of a broader investigation into metal imports. In addition, Trump hinted at an even […]

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25 h. ago Imran Khan’s sons to join movement in Pakistan, says sister Aleema Khan

Aleema Khan, sister of imprisoned PTI founder and former Prime Minister Imran Khan, has revealed that his sons Sulaiman and Qasim Khan are preparing to join a nationwide political movement in Pakistan. Speaking to the media outside Adiala Jail on Tuesday, Aleema said Imran Khan has given a clear message: “All political and legal doors […]

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25 h. ago Saudi, Iranian foreign ministers meet in Makkah for key talks

In a significant diplomatic move, Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud met his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araqchi in Makkah on Tuesday. The meeting was confirmed by Saudi Press Agency (SPA) and focused on improving ties and regional peace. According to the SPA, both ministers discussed current developments in the Middle East, […]

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25 h. ago Elon Musk’s ‘America Party’ may threaten President Trump, warn analysts

WASHINGTON: Although US President Donald Trump has brushed off Elon Musk’s plans for a new political party as “ridiculous”, the tech billionaire’s announcement underscored the threat the disaffected former ally poses to US Republicans defending paper-thin congressional majorities. Musk’s weekend launch of the “America Party” came in the wake of Trump signing into law a […]

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26 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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27 h. ago KP CM launches historic rural sanitation program to cover over 2,000 villages

PESHAWAR: In a significant step towards improving public health and hygiene in rural areas, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur on Tuesday announced the launch of a province-wide rural sanitation program. The initiative, introduced under the Local Government Department, aims to provide dedicated sanitation services to over 2,000 village councils in the […]

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29 h. ago South Africa pushes back against Trump’s 30% tariff, calls for fair trade talks

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s plan to impose a 30% tariff starting next month. He said the tariff is based on wrong trade data. Ramaphosa stressed that South Africa’s average tariff on U.S. goods is only 7.6%, and most U.S. products enter South Africa without any tariff. He also said […]

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29 h. ago Turkey’s foreign and defense chiefs set for key talks with Pakistan

Turkiye’s foreign minister Hakan Fidan and defense minister will visit Pakistan on Wednesday. They will hold talks with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The agenda includes strengthening bilateral ties, discussing regional peace, and boosting defense industry cooperation. Turkiye showed strong support for Pakistan during its military clash with India in May. This move angered India and […]

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29 h. ago Fake ‘Marco Rubio’ uses AI to deceive world leaders and US officials

A fraudster used advanced AI to impersonate US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. He contacted important foreign ministers, a US governor, and a congressman. The fake messages perfectly copied Rubio’s voice and writing style using AI software, making them hard to detect. The US State Department revealed in a cable that the scam started in […]

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30 h. ago Lahore, Punjab weather: More monsoon rains, heavy falls predicted

LAHORE – Significant monsoon rains lashed Lahore and parts of Punjab on Tuesday, disrupting routine life by causing urban flooding,

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