1 hour ago NADRA detects over 250,000 fake CNICs, introduces online facility

ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has identified more than 250,000 fake Pakistani Computerized National Identity Cards (CNICs), most of which were reportedly issued to Afghan nationals. A specially developed software revealed that many of these fake CNICs were obtained through agents who added foreigners to the family trees of Pakistani citizens in […]

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15 h. ago Punjab Cabinet ratifies ban on TLP, approves major development, agriculture and transport initiatives

CM Maryam Nawaz chairs meeting, turns down proposal to increase electric bus fares in Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Multan 60pc subsidy approved under new high-tech mechanization program; Rs100b disbursed through Kisan Cards Gujranwala Mass Transit Authority, Air Punjab, and Lahore–Rawalpindi High-Speed Rail get cabinet nod New hospitals, cardiac labs, and the University of Hafizabad cleared for […]

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22 h. ago 18 arrested in global crackdown on €300 million online fraud

WIESBADEN – In a major international operation against online fraud and money laundering networks, German authorities announced the arrest of 18 suspects linked to a massive financial scam spanning multiple countries. According to Germany’s Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) and prosecutors, between 2016 and 2021, the group allegedly used stolen credit card details of 4.3 […]

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45 h. ago LHC proposes Sunday shutdown to fight Lahore’s worsening smog

LAHORE – The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Tuesday proposed a complete shutdown of commercial activities every Sunday as part of a broader strategy to tackle the city’s worsening smog problem. During the hearing of petitions filed by citizen Haroon Farooq and others, Justice Shahid Karim also ordered the strict enforcement of the government’s notification […]

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45 h. ago IHC orders jail to arrange meeting between Imran Khan and lawyer today

ISLAMABAD – The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday directed jail authorities to arrange a meeting between PTI founder Imran Khan and senior lawyer Salman Akram Raja later today. The order came during a hearing on a petition seeking to block Imran Khan’s X (formerly Twitter) account. Justice Arbab Muhammad Tahir issued the directive after […]

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47 h. ago US seeks UN approval for International Security Force in Gaza

WASHINGTON – The United States has submitted a draft resolution to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) seeking approval for the establishment of an International Security Force (ISF) in Gaza with a two-year mandate, Axios reported on Tuesday. The proposed force, described by US officials as an “enforcement force” rather than a peacekeeping mission, would […]

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64 h. ago Punjab government extends Section 144 restrictions until November 8

LAHORE: The Punjab government has decided to extend the enforcement of Section 144 across the province for another week, until November 8, according to a notification issued by the Punjab Home Department. This extension follows a review of the latest threat assessments from law enforcement and intelligence agencies. Authorities have determined that maintaining these restrictions […]

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66 h. ago UAE enforces tough penalties for flag insults ahead of national day

  As the United Arab Emirates celebrates Flag Day today, authorities have reminded residents that disrespecting the national flag is a serious criminal offense with severe penalties. Any misuse, including displaying the flag on cakes, decorations, or promotional items, can lead to imprisonment of up to 25 years and fines reaching Dh500,000 (around Rs37.8 million). […]

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2 d. ago Floods and landslides leave 15 missing in Papua, mostly children

JAKARTA – At least 15 people, primarily children, are reported missing and are feared dead after floods and landslides struck Indonesia’s easternmost Papua region following heavy rainfall, local authorities said on Monday. Thirteen of the victims were children aged between eight and 17 years, police chief Alfredo Agustinus Rumbiak of the remote Nduga area told […]

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3 d. ago Israel identifies remains of three hostages returned by Hamas

JERUSALEM: Israeli authorities have confirmed the identification of remains handed over by Hamas as those of three hostages taken in October 2023, the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday. The deceased include American-Israeli Captain Omer Neutra, 21, Corporal Oz Daniel, 19, and Colonel Assaf Hamami, 40, the highest-ranking officer killed by the group. […]

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3 d. ago Four bodies found in Balochistan under mysterious circumstances

TURBAT: In a disturbing incident, four dead bodies were discovered in Buleda, a part of Balochistan’s Kech district, local police confirmed on Monday. The victims had gone missing a week ago after leaving their homes for a picnic and had not been in contact with their families. According to authorities, a local herdsman stumbled upon […]

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3 d. ago Reese reveals special plans for her 50th birthday trip to Europe

Hollywood star Reese Witherspoon has unveiled her exciting plans for her upcoming 50th birthday, which she will celebrate on March 22, 2025. In an interview with Harper’s Bazaar, the Legally Blonde actress shared that she plans to mark the milestone with a European getaway alongside her youngest son, Tennessee James Toth, 13, whom she shares […]

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3 d. ago SJC’s new code limits judges’ public speech to safeguard impartiality

ISLAMABAD – The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) has amended the code of conduct for Supreme Court and high court judges, introducing new restrictions on their freedom of speech and public engagement. The SJC, which derives its authority from Article 211(8) of the Constitution, stated that the amendments are intended to preserve judicial integrity and public […]

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3 d. ago Karachi terror suspects reveal foreign links during interrogation

Law enforcement agencies have arrested four suspected terrorists belonging to the Sar Group in Karachi, who have made significant revelations during interrogation, citing sources reported on Sunday. According to the sources, suspect Ijlal Zaidi confessed to being involved in sectarian target killings in 2011. Sources revealed that Faraz, one of the suspects, was employed as […]

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4 d. ago Malaysia launches ‘Investor Pass’ golden visa for global entrepreneurs

KUALA LUMPUR – The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) has introduced the Investor Pass, a new golden visa that allows international businesspeople to reside in Malaysia for up to one year, aiming to attract global investors and entrepreneurs to the country’s growing economy. The pass offers a streamlined application process with approval in just five […]

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4 d. ago Real reason for Prince William’s hatred towards Andrew Mountbatten revealed in latest tell

A new royal biography claims Prince William’s long-running animosity toward his uncle, Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, stems from an undisclosed “rude” comment Andrew allegedly made about the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton. In The Rise and Fall of the Yorks, author Andrew Lownie writes that the Prince of Wales fully backed King Charles III’s decision to […]

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4 d. ago Air Karachi Takes Off with New Brand Identity and Centralized Maintenance and Operations Center Launch

Karachi, Pakistan — 1 November 2025 — Air Karachi (Private) Limited ushered in a new chapter last night with the formal unveiling of its brand identity and the inauguration of its centralized maintenance and operations office at a high-profile Corporate Night. The inauguration was attended by officials from the Ministry of Defence, Civil Aviation Authority, […]

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5 d. ago Trump administration bans reporters from key White House press area

WASHINGTON: The Trump administration on Friday imposed new restrictions on journalists, banning them from entering a key section of the White House press office without an appointment — a move officials said was aimed at protecting “sensitive material.” Under the new policy, reporters will no longer have free access to the Upper Press area of […]

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5 d. ago No talks underway with govt or establishment, says Barrister Gohar

PTI chairman terms it ‘unfortunate’ that political disputes aren’t being resolved through dialogue Says PTI founder Imran Khan had authorised Mahmood Khan Achakzai to lead any negotiations Blames government for delaying formation of judicial commission and prisoner release process ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan on Friday categorically denied that any negotiations […]

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5 d. ago Radioactive shipment stranded off Philippines triggers urgent action

More than 20 containers of radioactive zinc have been stranded off the coast of the Philippines for over a week, creating an urgent challenge for authorities seeking safe disposal. Traces of radioactive Caesium-137 were detected in 23 containers in Indonesia, which promptly rejected and re-exported the shipment back to the Philippines. The containers have remained […]

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