11 m. ago Turkiye defence minister lauds PAF’s exceptional performance in recent conflict with India

RAWALPINDI – Yaşar Güler, Minister of Defence of the Republic of Turkiye, lauded Pakistan Air Force’s (PAF) exceptional performance under

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33 m. ago Basit Ali questions Shaheen Afridi’s exclusion from Bangladesh T20 series squad

KARACHI – Former Pakistan Test cricketer Basit Ali on Wednesday raised concerns over the exclusion of star pacer Shaheen Shah

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40 m. ago Monsoon rains wreak havoc across Pakistan, 21 dead in two days

Heavy monsoon rains have battered various parts of Pakistan, flooding low-lying areas and claiming 21 lives over the past two days. Cities including Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Islamabad witnessed intense showers that submerged streets and disrupted daily life. In Lahore, rain hit multiple areas such as Garhi Shahu, Islampura, Chauburji, and Johar Town, offering temporary relief […]

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45 m. ago PTI leader Shibli Faraz Hospitalized in Peshawar following cardiac discomfort

PESHAWAR – Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Senate Shibli Faraz was admitted to the

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88 m. ago Shock, grief in showbiz Industry over sudden death of Actress Humaira Asghar Ali

KARACHI – A wave of sorrow has swept through Pakistan’s showbiz industry following the tragic and sudden death of actress

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1 hour ago US State dept rejects India’s denial of American role in ceasefire with Pakistan

WASHINGTON – The US State Department on Wednesday dismissed as “false and misleading” India’s claim that the United States had

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2 h. ago Turkish defence leadership visits Pakistan to boost strategic partnership

In a move to deepen long-standing defence and strategic ties, Türkiye’s Minister of National Defence arrived in Islamabad on Tuesday for an official visit. Upon arrival, he was warmly welcomed by Ambassador Syed Ali Asad Gillani, the Additional Secretary for West Asia at Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This visit underscores the growing defence partnership […]

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3 h. ago Call for a baseline study on electronic waste management in Pakistan

Climate Change Ministry steps up efforts to tackle e-waste challenge under Basel Convention A high-level consultative meeting was convened at

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5 h. ago Four prequalified buyers of PIA revealed; here are the names

ISLAMABAD – The Privatisation Commission (PC) Board has approved the prequalification of four Interested Parties for the divestment of Pakistan

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12 h. ago US calls Pakistan’s Nobel nomination for Trump ‘win’ for Americans

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Monday called Pakistan’s nomination of US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize a “win” for the American people. Islamabad said last month it would recommend Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, an accolade that he has repeatedly said he craves, for his work in helping to […]

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12 h. ago PPP rejects Zardari’s removal rumours, says govt can’t function sans support

Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Secretary General Nayyar Hussain Bukhari on Tuesday categorically rebuked the rumours circulating regarding President Asif Ali Zardari’s future as the country’s head of state and said that the government could not function without the party’s support. “The government cannot function without the support of the PPP. There is no truth to […]

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13 h. ago After revolution, Bangladesh warms to Pakistan, China as India fumes

Protests in Bangladesh that toppled the government last year triggered a diplomatic pivot, with Dhaka warming towards China after neighbouring India was angered by the ousting of its old ally Sheikh Hasina. One year since the protests, that realignment risks intensifying polarisation – and fears of external interference – as political parties in Bangladesh jostle […]

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13 h. ago Pakistan warns UN of Afghanistan becoming breeding ground for terror

Pakistan on Monday called on the international community to “speak with one voice” in order to hold the Taliban to their commitments, including not to allow the use of Afghan soil against any country and to ensure the shared goal of a stable and prosperous Afghanistan free from terrorism. “We continue to see attempts by […]

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13 h. ago Khidmat Group gains momentum ahead of Pakistan Settle Traders Association Elections

The stage is set for the upcoming elections of the Pakistan Settle Traders Association for the term 2025-2029, and the Khidmat Group has emerged as a frontrunner. A grand event held today in DHA Raya witnessed overwhelming support for the group, as members of the business community gathered in large numbers to express their confidence […]

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13 h. ago PM Shehbaz appoints Qatari royal as Pakistan’s tourism ambassador

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday appointed Qatari royal Sheikha Asma Al Thani as Pakistan’s Brand Ambassador for Mountains and Tourism after she successfully summited Nanga Parbat, also known as the ‘Killer Mountain.’ Following her remarkable achievement, the premier took to social media platform X to extend his congratulations, calling Sheikha Asma’s ascent a […]

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13 h. ago British HC empowers Pakistani media amid monsoon devastation

As Pakistan grapples with deadly monsoon floods and a projected $1.2 trillion cost of climate inaction, the British High Commission has launched a nationwide climate journalism training initiative to empower media professionals to drive awareness and action. The training will spotlight the crucial role journalists play in encouraging climate action. Journalists can spotlight climate change […]

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13 h. ago ‘No govt without PPP’s support:’ Bukhari rebukes rumours about President’s removal

PPP general secretary says those behind rumours lack understanding of the Constitution. Senior PPP leader says party will not be joining federal cabinet ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Secretary General Nayyar Hussain Bukhari on Tuesday categorically rejected reports circulating regarding a “change in the presidency” as rumours, saying the government could not function without the […]

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14 h. ago US recognises Pakistan’s Nobel Peace Prize nomination for Trump

Israeli PM Netanyahu nominates Trump as well for the coveted award WASHINGTON: The White House has responded to Pakistan’s Nobel nomination, with Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirming the recognition. Leavitt highlighted Pakistan’s acknowledgment of Trump’s decisive role in averting the nuclear threat, noting that the nomination reflects the president’s broader diplomatic successes worldwide. “This nomination […]

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14 h. ago Trump plans tariff blitz: 50% on copper, 200% possible for medicines

US President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose a 50% tax on copper imports, signaling a more aggressive trade policy if re-elected. Speaking during a cabinet meeting, Trump said his administration is actively working on the copper issue as part of a broader investigation into metal imports. In addition, Trump hinted at an even […]

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14 h. ago Shehbaz tells business leaders: ‘Together, we’ll build a self

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met top business leaders in Islamabad to discuss Pakistan’s economic future. He stressed that the government is now shifting from stabilisation to long-term growth. Shehbaz promised to focus on industrial expansion, job creation, and increasing foreign investment. He also highlighted the need to use local resources to reduce dependence on external […]

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