8 h. ago Ataullah Tarar: Pakistan’s war hero nominated for prestigious award

Pakistan has nominated two prominent officials for the Sitara-i-Imtiaz award. The award recognizes their efforts during the India-Pakistan war. Federal Minister for Information, Ataullah Tarar, and Press Information Officer Mubashir Hassan received the nominations. Their work helped Pakistan share its story with the world during the conflict. This recognition highlights their dedication and effective communication […]

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8 h. ago Nations must take direct action to end Israel’s assault on Palestinians

WASHINGTON WATCH We’ve reached a sort of tipping point in the way political leaders in the West are reacting to Israel’s genocidal assault on Palestinians in Gaza. It’s maddening for two reasons: that it took this long to get an official response from Western capitals; and that, once the magnitude of the tragedy became clear, […]

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9 h. ago Ishaq Dar meets U.S. counterterrorism official to strengthen ties

Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, met with the U.S. Acting Coordinator for Counterterrorism. The meeting took place recently at the Foreign Office. Gregory D. Loeffler, the U.S. official, briefed Dar on the ongoing Pakistan-U.S. Counterterrorism Dialogue. This dialogue aims to boost cooperation and improve security between the two countries. Both leaders […]

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10 h. ago US designates BLA and Majeed Brigade as terrorist organizations

ISLAMABAD: The United States on Monday officially designated the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and its suicide wing, the Majeed Brigade, as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTO). Islamabad hailed the move as a significant step in supporting its counterterrorism initiatives. The US State Department also listed the Majeed Brigade as an alias under BLA’s existing Specially Designated […]

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17 h. ago Gang using fake taxi apps to loot citizens in Lahore arrested

LAHORE – The police on Tuesday arrested a four-member gang involved in looting valuables from citizens through an online taxi

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17 h. ago Dengue cases rise in Rawalpindi, health officials urge caution

Six new dengue cases were reported in Rawalpindi, raising the total number of patients in Rawalpindi and nearby Murree to 58. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely as the number of infections rises. So far this year, health officials have screened 4,475 people for dengue in the region. Out of the total cases, 30 […]

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19 h. ago NADRA launches online birth, death registration in union councils

ISLAMABAD – The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has officially launched an online system for the registration of births

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21 h. ago India stoops to new lows to harass officials of Pakistan High Commission in Delhi

ISLAMABAD – Indian authorities have once again started harassing the officials of Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi, violating the

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31 h. ago Masroon, Ketfol, Depasrone, Drofa Tablets declared Fake by Pak Drug Regulatory Authority

ISLAMABAD – Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) issued a stern alert naming several fake companies involved in producing counterfeit

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32 h. ago Pakistan’s top threats, BLA, Majeed Brigade added to US Terrorist List

ISLAMABAD – US Department of State officially declared Majeed Brigade, an alias of the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), as a

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33 h. ago China urges Philippines to stop provocations in South China Sea

BEIJING: China on Monday called on the Philippines to immediately cease its infringement and provocative actions near Huangyan Dao, reaffirming China’s firm stance on safeguarding its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian condemned the intrusion by multiple Philippine Coast Guard vessels, official ships, and fishing boats into China’s territorial waters on […]

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34 h. ago Pakistan condemns India’s misleading claims over Field Marshal’s remarks in US

ISLAMABAD – Pakistani officials slammed Indian External Affairs ministry for what it calls blatant distortion of Field Marshal Asim Munir’s

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34 h. ago Govt begins second phase of Hajj applications for 2026 pilgrimage

ISLAMABAD: The second phase for the submission of Hajj applications for 2026 has officially commenced, with the Ministry of Religious Affairs now accepting applications via its online portal and designated banks. The application deadline is set for August 16, and pilgrims are required to submit their applications along with the first instalment of expenses. In […]

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38 h. ago Punjab breaks free from Rs675 Billion Debt Shackles in new era of Welfare Growth

LAHORE – Punjab government officially declared province debt-free for first time in over three decades. A staggering Rs675 billion borrowed

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41 h. ago Al Jazeera journalists killed in Israeli strike near Gaza hospital

An Israeli strike on a tent near Shifa Hospital in Gaza City killed five people, including four Al Jazeera journalists and their assistant, police and hospital officials said. Among the dead was Anas Al Sharif, a reporter known for covering northern Gaza. Al Jazeera called Al Sharif “one of Gaza’s bravest journalists” and described the […]

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42 h. ago Pakistan appoints maritime law consultant for new gulf ferry service

Pakistan’s Ministry of Maritime Affairs has approved the first ferry service license for Sea Keepers International, a UK-based ferry operator. The service will connect Pakistan with Iran and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. On August 5, Sea Keepers International officially received permission to start operating ferry routes. This new service is expected to boost trade, […]

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44 h. ago FIA officers to get clearance from IB before posting at airports

Amraiz Khan Lahore After the increasing cases against FIA officials of being involved in facilitation of human smugglers, Ministry Interior

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58 h. ago Upto 0.5m youngsters flock to PM’s Digital Hub in record time

ISLAMABAD: The Prime Minister’s Digital Youth Hub has witnessed an unprecedented surge in registrations, with over 500,000 young individuals signing up within a mere two months, testament to the platform’s growing popularity and potential. This remarkable achievement underscored the government’s commitment to empowering youth through digital skills and opportunities. According to an official, the Digital […]

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60 h. ago Sindh government and transporters end protest after violent clashes

Transporters in Karachi called off their strike on Sunday after reaching an agreement with Sindh government officials, following recent violent incidents and accidents in the city. The resolution came after days of tense negotiations aimed at restoring normalcy. The protests erupted after a tragic accident on Rashid Minhas Road on Saturday night, where a motorcycle […]

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61 h. ago Blast on Mastung railway track disrupts Balochistan train services

A powerful blast occurred on the railway track in Mastung, Balochistan, on Saturday, causing six carriages of the Jaffar Express to derail. According to railway officials, the explosion took place while the passenger train was traveling from Quetta to Rawalpindi. Fortunately, no casualties were reported in the incident, but the impact was strong enough to […]

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