4 h. ago Rifts in PTI resurface as Mishal Yousafzai targets Aleema Khan’s son

Fresh cracks have appeared within the ranks of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), as senior leader and Core Committee member Mishal Yousafzai launched a veiled attack on Shehr Shah, son of Aleema Khan and nephew of party founder Imran Khan. In a strongly worded social media post, Mishal questioned the legal leniency Shehr Shah allegedly received in […]

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4 h. ago Budget rumors were planted by our own people, says CM Gandapur

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has claimed that the rumors about the provincial government not presenting the budget were spread by individuals from within their own political camp. He stressed that had the budget failed to pass in the assembly, it would have led to the downfall of the government, and the blame […]

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18 h. ago No jail talks: Nawaz won’t visit Imran, says senator Irfan Siddiqui

ISLAMABAD – Senator Irfan Siddiqui, Parliamentary Leader of PML-N in the Senate, firmly denied reports claiming that party leader and former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif was planning to visit Adiala Jail to meet PTI founder Imran Khan. Terming the rumors “baseless, meaningless, and absurd,” Siddiqui said Nawaz Sharif has no intention of visiting the prison. […]

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28 h. ago Gold set for weekly gain as US tax cuts spark fiscal concerns

Gold prices edged higher on Friday, heading for a weekly gain, as the passage of U.S. President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax-cut and spending bill triggered new fiscal worries. Spot gold rose 0.1% to $3,329.67 per ounce in early trade, while U.S. gold futures slipped slightly by 0.1% to $3,339.30. The bill, which cleared Congress on […]

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28 h. ago Dollar holds firm as Trump’s tax bill and trade pressure shake global markets

The U.S. dollar remained steady on Friday after a recent rebound, boosted by strong job data and the successful passage of President Donald Trump’s major tax and spending bill. The legislation, expected to add $3.4 trillion to the national debt, sparked fresh debate about America’s fiscal path but did little to weaken investor confidence in […]

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29 h. ago Hanif Abbasi urges PTI to end stubbornness, says court will decide Imran Khan’s fate

Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi urged Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) to adopt a more cooperative attitude towards government talks. Speaking on Thursday, he said the current leadership has repeatedly offered dialogue to PTI leaders, but their stubbornness has blocked progress. He emphasized that dialogue is the way forward to resolve political issues. Abbasi pointed out that PTI’s […]

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29 h. ago Aleema Khan says Imran Khan faces unprecedented imprisonment in Pakistan

Aleema Khan, sister of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, has said that no one in Pakistan’s history has faced imprisonment like her brother. Speaking to the media outside Rawalpindi’s Anti-Terrorism Court, she described Imran Khan’s jail conditions as extremely harsh and isolating. She revealed that he spends 22 hours a day locked in the same […]

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29 h. ago Trump approves $8.6 billion for arctic icebreakers to counter Russia, China

  President Donald Trump has approved a massive $8.6 billion budget to expand the U.S. Coast Guard’s icebreaker fleet, aiming to boost America’s Arctic presence. The move comes as Russia and China continue strengthening their operations in the polar region. The new funding will support the construction of multiple heavy, medium, and light Arctic Security […]

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41 h. ago LHC rules prosecution evidence reflected Imran’s involvement in May 9 conspiracy

Witnesses testimony prima facie reflected ‘conspiracy and abetment’ for offences committed on May 9 were perpetrated by the petitioner: court verdict LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) ruled on Thursday that former prime minister Imran Khan was involved in the conspiracy behind the violent events of May 9, 2023, noting the prosecution evidence concerning offenses […]

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48 h. ago LHC rules Imran Khan involved in may 9 conspiracy, denies bail

LAHORE – The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Thursday dismissed former prime minister Imran Khan’s post-arrest bail request, ruling that there is enough evidence to link him to the May 9, 2023, violence conspiracy. The court based its decision on statements from two police officers—Inspector Ismat Kamal and ASI Hassan Afzal—who confirmed Imran’s involvement in […]

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51 h. ago Imran Khan will decide on talks with government, says PTI’s Junaid Akbar

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Junaid Akbar said on Thursday that any decision regarding negotiations with the government will be taken solely by party founder Imran Khan. He stressed that the leadership will decide the path forward. While speaking to Dunya News, Junaid Akbar questioned the credibility of a recent letter written by some […]

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63 h. ago PTI leadership reaffirms unity, vows to defend KP govt under Imran Khan

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leadership has reaffirmed its unity and resolute commitment to defending the party’s provincial government in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) under the leadership of Imran Khan. At a press conference held on Wednesday, senior PTI figures emphasized the party’s unwavering support for the former prime minister, declaring that no amount of pressure could […]

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67 h. ago KP CM dares opponents to topple govt constitutionally as PTI reaffirms unity

Today’s meeting a clear message to those attempting to create rift within our ranks: ‘Your efforts are futile’: Gandapur PTI stands as one, no force can divide us; every decision will follow Imran Khan’s command: Gohar Salman Raja says this is a battle for rights, dignity, Juniad says PTI leaders united in loyalty to Imran […]

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3 d. ago New tax rate for used imported cars of up to 1500cc from July 2025

ISLAMABAD – The federal government has slashed duty/tax on used imported cars from July 2025 as the budget for new

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3 d. ago PSX hits historic high as investor confidence grows amid economic stability

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued its upward momentum on Wednesday, crossing the 129,000-point mark for the first time in history. During intraday trading, the KSE-100 benchmark index surged by 1,251.46 points, reaching a record-breaking 129,450.46 points. This bullish rally was driven by investor optimism fueled by fresh equity allocations in the federal budget and […]

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3 d. ago PTI founder orders movement to begin after 10th muharram, says Aleema Khan

Aleema Khan, sister of the PTI founder, said on Monday that he has asked the party to start a movement after 10th Muharram. She was speaking outside Adiala Jail, where her brother is currently imprisoned. According to her, the PTI founder rejected the government’s proposed 27th amendment, saying they should simply “declare monarchy.” Although Aleema […]

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3 d. ago No name change for Jinnah institute of cardiology, says Maryam Aurangzeb

Senior Punjab Minister Mariam Aurangzeb has strongly denied rumors about changing the name of the Jinnah Institute of Cardiology in Lahore. She clarified that no proposal is under consideration to rename the institute after Maryam Nawaz. The Punjab government has officially allocated funds for the hospital under its original name in the 2025-26 development budget, […]

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3 d. ago Rs100 billion tax surge on imported goods sparks concern nationwide

Right after the new budget was rolled out, the government struck hard with over Rs100 billion in fresh taxes on thousands of imported items. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) quickly issued a series of Statutory Regulatory Orders (SROs), making these hikes effective immediately. This bold move aims to boost government revenue and narrow the […]

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4 d. ago Imran Abbas urges producers to delay film releases during Muharram

Pakistani actor and model Imran Abbas has appealed to film producers and distributors to avoid releasing movies during the first ten days of Muharram out of respect for the sacred Islamic month. He emphasized the spiritual importance of this time and called for collective observance across the entertainment industry. In a heartfelt Facebook post, Abbas […]

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4 d. ago New fiscal year brings heavy taxes, online business rules, and fuel levy hike

As the new fiscal year begins on July 1, Pakistan has officially enforced the 2025-26 budget after receiving presidential approval from Asif Ali Zardari. The budget introduces strict tax measures and financial changes that are expected to affect individuals and businesses across the country. The government has imposed Rs 389 billion in enforcement actions and […]

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