7 h. ago CM Maryam sets record with most development projects in Punjab’s history: Azma

Punjab information minister highlights Rs10b relief for flood victims, Rs100b for farmers Says 16 key projects to be shared publicly for transparency and accountability Warns of defamation action against those spreading false propaganda LAHORE: Punjab Minister for Information and Culture Azma Bukhari on Tuesday said that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif had emerged as the […]

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10 h. ago Dick Cheney, the most powerful US Vice President in history, dies at 84

Former US Vice President Dick Cheney has died at 84 from pneumonia and heart complications, his family confirmed. Cheney, considered one of the most powerful vice presidents in US history, played a key role in shaping presidential power and US foreign policy under George W. Bush. He also expanded the office of the vice president […]

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10 h. ago Dick Cheney, former US vice president who pushed for Iraq war, dies at 84

WASHINGTON: Dick Cheney, a driving force behind the US invasion of Iraq in 2003, who was considered by presidential historians as one of the most powerful vice presidents in US history, has died at age 84, his family said in a statement on Tuesday. Cheney died on Monday night from complications of pneumonia and cardiac […]

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11 h. ago Pakistan achieves historic success in maiden Pickleball World Cup appearance

Team Pakistan has concluded its first-ever appearance at the Pickleball World Cup 2025 in Florida, USA, from 27th Oct – 2nd Nov, with a stunning performance, securing three medals—one Gold, one Silver, and one Bronze—against a field of athletes from 68 competing nations. The phenomenal results showcase the emerging Pakistani talent, establishing the nation as […]

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13 h. ago Ishaq Dar inaugurates Pakistan’s first Google Chromebook assembly line

ISLAMABAD – Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar on Tuesday inaugurated Pakistan’s first Google Chromebook assembly line, calling it a “historic milestone” that will accelerate the country’s digital transformation and expand access to affordable technology. Speaking at the launch ceremony in Islamabad, Dar said the initiative marks a new chapter in Pakistan’s partnership with Google, paving […]

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52 h. ago Journalist and policy expert Mosharraf Zaidi named spokesperson to PM for foreign media

ISLAMABAD: The federal government on Sunday notified Journalist and policy expert Mosharraf Zaidi as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s spokesperson for foreign media, according to a notification on Sunday. Sharing the notification, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar wrote on his X account, “The appointment was made in “supersession of his (PM’s) earlier orders of even number dated […]

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62 h. ago Aslam Ghori appointed Special Secretary at National Health Division

ISLAMABAD – In a major reshuffle within the federal bureaucracy, Grade-22 officer Muhammad Aslam Ghori has been appointed as Special Secretary at the National Health Division. According to an official notification issued by the Establishment Division, his appointment has been made with immediate effect. Prior to this posting, Ghori was serving as an Officer on […]

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3 d. ago President eulogies GB’s sacrifices, calls for turning region into model of development, equality

President Zardari hails GB people’s love, sacrifices, and steadfast loyalty to Pakistan Terms GB ‘crown of Pakistan’ and gateway of lasting partnership with China Remembers 1,700 who laid down lives and 30,000 wounded in 1947 freedom struggle Highlights ZA Bhutto and Shaheed BB’s historic steps for governance and rights in GB GILGIT: President Asif Ali […]

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3 d. ago Babar Azam creates history, becomes T20I cricket’s run machine

Pakistan’s Babar Azam made history on Friday as he overtook India’s Rohit Sharma to become the highest run-scorer in men’s T20 Internationals. The record-breaking moment came during Pakistan’s commanding nine-wicket victory over South Africa in Lahore. Babar reached the milestone with a precise drive off spinner Donovan Ferreira to long-off, ending the innings unbeaten on […]

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3 d. ago Sohail Leghari appointed Supreme Court Registrar in key administrative changes

ISLAMABAD – Sohail Muhammad Leghari has been appointed as the new Registrar of the Supreme Court, part of a series of important administrative appointments, officials confirmed. Leghari, a Grade-22 officer from the Sindh judiciary, is currently serving as Secretary of the Supreme Judicial Council. He has previously held the position of Registrar at the Sindh […]

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3 d. ago Kiké Hernández turns historic double play, Dodgers force Game 7 vs Blue Jays

TORONTO — The Los Angeles Dodgers kept their World Series hopes alive after Kiké Hernández executed a historic play in Game 6 against the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday night. Trailing by just two runs in the ninth inning, Hernández turned what could have been a tying two-run single by Andrés Giménez into the first-ever […]

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3 d. ago Trump administration bans reporters from key White House press area

WASHINGTON: The Trump administration on Friday imposed new restrictions on journalists, banning them from entering a key section of the White House press office without an appointment — a move officials said was aimed at protecting “sensitive material.” Under the new policy, reporters will no longer have free access to the Upper Press area of […]

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4 d. ago China vow to work with Japan to build constructive, stable bilateral relations

SEOUL: Chinese President Xi Jinping said Friday that China is ready to work with Japan to build constructive and stable bilateral relations that meet the requirements of the new era. While meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi at her request on the sidelines of the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in the South Korean […]

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4 d. ago China to work with Japan to build constructive, stable bilateral relations

SEOUL: Chinese President Xi Jinping said Friday that China is ready to work with Japan to build constructive and stable bilateral relations that meet the requirements of the new era. While meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi at her request on the sidelines of the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in the South Korean […]

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4 d. ago ‘Pakistan isn’t letting me sing’,Fawad Khan responds to criticism over Pakistan Idol role

LAHORE: Fawad Khan has finally addressed the criticism surrounding his appointment as a judge on the revived season of Pakistan Idol. The singing competition has returned after nearly a decade, featuring a judging panel that includes Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Zeb Bangash, Bilal Maqsood, and Fawad Khan. However, the inclusion of Fawad and Bilal sparked […]

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4 d. ago Pakistan strikes $1 billion offshore oil, gas deal after decades

  Pakistan has made a historic achievement in its energy sector, securing a major offshore oil and gas exploration deal for the first time in 20 years. The development marks a major stride toward energy independence and aligns with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s vision for long-term resource sustainability and economic revival. Officials described the move […]

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4 d. ago Xi takes spotlight at APEC summit after trade truce with Trump

GYEONGJU – Chinese President Xi Jinping took centre stage at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in South Korea on Friday, meeting counterparts from Canada, Japan, and Thailand after securing a fragile trade truce with US President Donald Trump. The agreement, reached just before Trump’s departure from South Korea, suspends further US curbs on China’s […]

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5 d. ago Historic floods devastate Vietnam, killing 10 and submerging ancient Hoi An

HANOI: At least 10 people have died and eight are missing after catastrophic flooding hit Vietnam’s central coastal provinces this week, officials said Thursday, as water levels on a major river reached their highest in 60 years. The floods, triggered by torrential rains since the weekend, have inundated more than 128,000 homes across five provinces, […]

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6 d. ago PTI gets Fazl’s backing to install Achakzai as opposition leader

The Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) has agreed to lend its support to the PTI in nominating Pakhtunkhwa Milli Awami Party’s (PkMAP) Mehmood Khan Achakzai for the opposition leader’s slot in the National Assembly (NA). The development comes over a week after the PTI formally requested the appointment of Achakzai – whose party is also part of […]

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6 d. ago PM, President felicitate people, govt of Türkiye on 102nd Republic Day

Premier Shehbaz says Pakistan, Türkiye united by faith, history, and fraternity President Zardari lauds Erdoğan’s leadership, Atatürk’s vision of reform and renewal Both leaders reaffirm strategic partnership for peace and prosperity   ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday extended heartfelt felicitations to the government and people of Türkiye on […]

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