5 h. ago Punjab to set up mosque management committees across province

Punjab chief minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif chaired an important meeting of all relevant departments of Punjab Government, in which it was decided to establish more effective mosque management committees, comprising respected local notables, across Punjab. Participants of the meeting noted that state, religious scholars and community elders stand united for the maintenance of peace and […]

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6 h. ago KU students plant 2,000 mangroves to mark World Tsunami Awareness Day

More than 2,000 mangrove saplings were planted off Karachi’s coast in a student-led effort to restore the city’s natural defences against rising seas and storm surges, and to mark World Tsunami Awareness Day. Over 100 Mass Communication undergraduates from the University of Karachi joined the Mangrove Crew’s student-led safari to Kaderu Island, off Rehri Gothon […]

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8 h. ago Four injured as cafeteria blast rocks Supreme Court building

ISLAMABAD: At least four people were injured in an explosion at the cafeteria of the Supreme Court on Tuesday. According to officials, police, security staff, and rescue teams quickly reached the site and shifted the injured to a nearby hospital, where their condition is stated to be stable. According to preliminary investigations, the explosion occurred […]

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9 h. ago Int’l Maritime Conference ’25 opens in Karachi to explore Blue Economy potential

KARACHI: The International Maritime Conference (IMC-25) commenced at Karachi Expo Centre, held concurrently with the Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference (PIMEC-25). Organized under the auspices of Pakistan Navy in collaboration with the Ministry of Maritime Affairs, the conference brings together policymakers, naval professionals, industry leaders, and maritime experts from around the world to discuss […]

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11 h. ago Amin Mukaty: Pakistan’s Marathon Prodigy on the Global Stage

LAHORE: At just 23 years old, Karachi-based runner Amin Mukaty is rapidly cementing his place as one of Pakistan’s most promising long-distance athletes. Having recently clocked an astonishing 2:48:47 at the 129th Boston Marathon to become Pakistan’s fastest male finisher, Mukaty is now setting his sights on completing the Six World Marathon Majors and elevating […]

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13 h. ago Typhoon Kalmaegi slams Philippines, killing four, displacing thousands

  At least four people have died and hundreds remain trapped on rooftops as Typhoon Kalmaegi unleashed heavy rainfall and widespread flooding across the central Philippines. The powerful storm, locally known as Tino, inundated major areas of the Visayas region, particularly Cebu province, where three fatalities have been confirmed. In the neighbouring province of Bohol, […]

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14 h. ago Blue economy can unlock $100bn potential for Pakistan, says Aurangzeb

Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has called the blue economy a “game changer” for Pakistan’s growth. He said the maritime sector could generate $100 billion by 2047 if developed strategically. Speaking virtually at the Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference in Karachi, he stressed the need for policy continuity. He noted that the maritime sector […]

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14 h. ago Buckingham Palace to host exhibition celebrating Queen Elizabeth II’s iconic style

LONDON – Buckingham Palace is set to celebrate the late Queen Elizabeth II’s fashion legacy with an unprecedented exhibition highlighting her timeless style and its impact on British culture. Titled “Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style,” the exhibition will feature around 200 items from the monarch’s wardrobe, half of which have never been displayed […]

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16 h. ago Finance Minister Aurangzeb says Pakistan’s economy in a ‘good spot’

KARACHI – Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said on Tuesday that Pakistan’s economy was in a “good spot”, crediting the country’s recent stability to improved macroeconomic indicators and “geopolitical tailwinds”. Speaking virtually at the Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference 2025 (PIMEC-25) in Karachi, Aurangzeb said the combination of economic recovery and strong international partnerships had […]

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17 h. ago Karachi erupts after dumper kills man, injures wife; truck set on fire

KARACHI – Citizens in Karachi set a garbage dumper truck ablaze late Monday night after it fatally hit a motorcyclist and injured his wife on Nishtar Road, police said. The tragedy quickly escalated into violence when shots were fired at the crowd during the chaos. According to South DIG Syed Asad Raza, 23-year-old Shahzeb Shahid […]

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33 h. ago Three terrorists killed in separate operations across KP: ISPR

RAWALPINDI: As many as three terrorists were killed in two separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement on Monday. “Movement of a group of khwarij, opposite general area Esham, North Waziristan District, who were trying to infiltrate through Pakistan-Afghanistan border, was picked up by the security forces.” The […]

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33 h. ago ‘See you in court’, Saba Qamar files legal case against journalist

LAHORE: Saba Qamar has announced she will be taking legal action against journalist Naeem Hanif after he made allegations about her past. The controversy erupted following Qamar’s comments about Karachi during a recent podcast appearance. When asked if she would ever consider moving to Karachi permanently, the actress responded firmly, “Astaghfirullah, never!” She went on […]

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34 h. ago Six police officers injured in attack on North Waziristan DPO’s vehicle in Bannu

BANNU: Six police officers were injured on Monday when gunmen opened fire on the vehicle of the North Waziristan District Police Officer (DPO) near Mamash Khel town in Bannu district, an official reported. Bannu Regional Police Officer (RPO) Sajjad Khan confirmed the incident, explaining that the attack took place on Miranshah Road, which connects Bannu […]

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34 h. ago At least 20 killed, scores injured as 6.3 quake rocks Afghanistan’s north

KABUL: A strong earthquake measuring 6.3 on the Richter scale struck northern Afghanistan early Monday, killing at least 20 people and injuring dozens more, officials and monitoring agencies said. The tremor hit before dawn with its epicentre near Mazar-i-Sharif at a depth of 28 kilometres, according to the US Geological Survey. The shockwaves were powerful […]

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34 h. ago Zahid Ahmed issues apology after backlash over ‘all influencers will go to hell’ remark

KARACHI: Actor Zahid Ahmed has apologized after facing significant backlash for his controversial comments about content creators. His remarks, in which he suggested that social media influencers “will go to hell,” sparked widespread criticism. In a video shared on social media, the actor expressed regret for his statement, saying, “I feel guilty that I declared […]

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35 h. ago No constitutional amendment without political unity: Ahsan Iqbal

KARACHI: Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal said on Monday that any constitutional amendment would only be possible once political consensus is achieved, amid growing debate over proposed changes to the Constitution. Speaking to journalists in Karachi, Iqbal refrained from sharing details on the reported 27th Constitutional Amendment, saying it would be premature to comment […]

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35 h. ago Sindh Rangers arrest key Khawarij militants in Karachi operation

KARACHI: Sindh Rangers have arrested three most wanted terrorists affiliated with the militant outfit Fitna al-Khawarij during an intelligence-based operation in Karachi’s Manghopir Road, Kunwari Colony area. According to a Rangers spokesperson, the arrested men were identified as Zaidullah alias Zaido, Noor Zada, and Hazrat Usman. The suspects were close associates of Khawarij leader Shams […]

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35 h. ago DG ISPR dismisses Afghan allegations, warns of another Indian false flag operation

— Brushes aside Afghan allegations about use of Pakistani soil for US attack on Afghanistan — Exposes links between terrorism and drug money, warns of new regional fault lines — Says 206 Afghan army soldiers were also reported killed during various engagements ISLAMABAD: In a comprehensive security briefing to senior journalists on Monday, Director-General Inter-Services […]

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40 h. ago Five security officials injured in attack on police convoy in North Waziristan

NORTH WAZIRISTAN – At least five security officials were injured on Monday when the convoy of the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) came under attack in North Waziristan. According to police sources, the squad of DPO Waqar Ahmed was ambushed on the Bannu–Miransha Road near Mamash Khel. While DPO Waqar Ahmed narrowly escaped unharmed, five […]

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41 h. ago Punjab Assembly to take up key amendment bills in 34th session today

LAHORE – The first sitting of the 34th Punjab Assembly session is set to begin today (Monday) at 2:00 PM under the chairmanship of Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan at the Punjab Assembly building, according to the issued agenda. As per the agenda, the School and Higher Education Department will address questions raised by assembly […]

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