6 h. ago SAPM highlights plans to reach zero transport emission by 2060

Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Industries and Production Haroon Akhtar Khan on Friday highlighted the government ambition plan to reach net zero transport emissions by 2060 aimed at promoting an environmentally friendly transport system. Addressing the dissemination workshop on New Energy Vehicle Policy 2025-30, the special assistant said that “This policy aims […]

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8 h. ago Punjab Police rescues one hostage, operation underway for other in RY Khan Katcha area

451 combing operations conducted during the past 24 hours, 100 suspects taken into custody: Spokesperson LAHORE/RAHIM YAR KHAN: Punjab Police Rahim Yar Khan conducted an operation in the Katcha area and safely rescued one abductee who had been kidnapped yesterday. Sharing details of the operation, a spokesperson for the Punjab Police stated that two employees […]

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11 h. ago PTI dismisses foreign intervention in Imran Khan’s release from jail

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Barrister Gohar Ali Khan stated on Friday that the party would not seek foreign assistance for the release of its leader Imran Khan from Adiala Jail, stressing that all necessary legal measures would be pursued through Pakistan’s judicial system. Speaking to the media outside Parliament, Barrister Gohar reaffirmed PTI’s stance […]

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11 h. ago Around 1,800 pilgrims, students return via land routes from Iran

QUETTA: Amid tight security, Pakistani pilgrims, students and business people returning from Iran continued to pour into the provincial metropolis. Officials said that Pakistanis were returning from different cities of Iran, starting from the first batch that reached Taftan via passenger coaches. Over the past three days, around 1,400 Pakistani pilgrims and some 400 students […]

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13 h. ago Justice Mandokhail questions scope of supreme court’s powers in reserved seats case

ISLAMABAD – Supreme Court Judge Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail on Friday raised important questions about the limits of the apex court’s powers during a hearing on PTI’s appeal regarding reserved seats. He asked, “Does the Supreme Court have unlimited powers? There should be some limits!” An 11-member constitutional bench, headed by Justice Amin-ud-Din Khan, continued […]

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13 h. ago PTI stages senate walkout over ministerial absence, sparks uproar

ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) staged a walkout from the Senate on Friday to protest the absence of ministers during the ongoing session, creating disruption and heated debate. The session, chaired by Deputy Chairman Syedal Khan Nasir, began with visibly empty ministerial benches. Expressing displeasure, he directed the Senate Secretariat to immediately call in […]

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17 h. ago Grief in showbiz: Veteran actress Ayesha Khan passes away at 76

Pakistan’s entertainment industry is mourning the loss of senior television actress Ayesha Khan, who passed away at the age of 76. Her body was found in her apartment late last night, prompting an outpouring of grief from fellow actors and fans. Police confirmed they discovered her lifeless body in a flat and initially shifted it […]

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18 h. ago Asma Abbas clears the air: “It was just a skin allergy, not a burn”

Renowned actress Asma Abbas has clarified that her face was not burned during a makeup procedure, as rumored online. Instead, she experienced a mild allergic reaction. In a short YouTube video shared recently, the actress addressed the viral speculation about her health and appearance. She thanked fans for their concern and assured them that her […]

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18 h. ago ‘Love Guru’ beats bollywood’s ‘housefull 5’ in global box office race

Romantic comedy Love Guru has taken the global box office by storm, surpassing the big-budget Bollywood film Housefull 5 in international earnings. Released worldwide on Eid-ul-Adha, the film is winning hearts, especially due to the popular on-screen pairing of Humayun Saeed and Mahira Khan. In Love Guru, Mahira Khan plays a bold, artistic young woman, […]

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19 h. ago Babar Azam and Shadab Khan set to light up BBL 15, says former Aussie Pacer

Former Australian fast bowler and Sydney Thunder General Manager, Trent Copeland, has praised the inclusion of Pakistan’s Babar Azam and Shadab Khan in the 15th edition of the Big Bash League (BBL). Copeland expressed his excitement in a video shared on BBL’s official social media channels, calling their participation “magic” for the league. Babar Azam, […]

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19 h. ago Pakistan’s national highway authority holds historic auction of 68 toll plazas

In a first-of-its-kind event, Pakistan’s National Highway Authority (NHA) successfully conducted the country’s inaugural public auction of 68 toll plazas. This milestone move opens new business opportunities for investors across the nation. The auction took place at Islamabad’s Jinnah Convention Centre under the guidance of Federal Minister for Communications, Abdul Aleem Khan. He stressed the […]

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29 h. ago May 9 riots: LHC seeks final arguments in Imran’s bail pleas

The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Thursday heard bail petitions filed by former prime minister Imran Khan in eight different cases related to the May 9 riots. A two-member bench, led by Justice Shehbaz Rizvi, presided over the proceedings during which the prosecution concluded its arguments. The government lawyer submitted detailed records of co-accused individuals […]

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31 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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33 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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35 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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37 h. ago Senate informed: 2,500 civil servants hold dual nationalities, bill still pending

ISLAMABAD – The Senate was informed on Wednesday that around 2,500 civil servants, including four federal secretaries, currently hold dual nationality. The revelation sparked debate during the ongoing budget session, highlighting national security and policy concerns. PML-N Senator Afnan Ullah Khan, who raised the issue, stated that he had submitted a bill to ban dual-national […]

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38 h. ago Kate Middleton No Longer Hides The Truth As News About Prince George Comes Out

Kate Middleton recently opened up about her eldest son, Prince George, revealing a surprising talent that has captured the public’s attention. Despite his young age, George, who is expected to play a prominent role in the future of the British monarchy, has shown an unexpected passion for art. Kate shared some of his artwork, including […]

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40 h. ago Congo virus claims 3 more lives in Karachi and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Pakistan is witnessing a worrying rise in Congo virus cases, with three more deaths reported in the last three days. Two patients passed away in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while one more case was confirmed in Karachi, bringing the total death toll to five in recent days. Two infected individuals died while receiving treatment at Hayatabad Medical […]

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40 h. ago LHC summons final arguments in Imran Khan’s may 9 violence bail pleas

LAHORE – The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Thursday resumed hearings on eight bail petitions filed by former Prime Minister Imran Khan in connection with the May 9 riots, summoning final arguments from both sides for June 23. A two-member bench led by Justice Shehbaz Rizvi oversaw the session, during which the prosecution concluded its […]

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57 h. ago ‘Mere Statements Won’t Work’: PTI urges govt to take a clear stance on Israel issue

Sh Waqas Akram strongly condemns ‘unchecked’ Israeli aggression, describing it as a major threat to regional peace and stability PTI information secretary lashes regime for placing Imran Khan in a death cell ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has called on the government to take a proactive and decisive stance, rather than limiting itself to issuing statements, […]

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