5 h. ago Courts directs FIA to proceed as per law over blasphemy allegations against ex

Lahore court disposes of petition seeking action against former president over social media post LAHORE: A district court judge in Lahore directed the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) to proceed under the law if any cognizable offense was made out after receiving the opinion of the Ulema Board on a petition seeking an FIR against former […]

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5 h. ago Govt unveils national AI policy to boost innovation, jobs and ethical governance

Pakistan has announced its first National Artificial Intelligence Policy, a wide-ranging plan to develop AI infrastructure, train one million people in related skills and ensure responsible, ethical use of the technology in line with global standards. The Ministry of IT & Telecom shared a copy of the new policy with media on Wednesday and said […]

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6 h. ago August 14 revisited — honouring sacrifices that shaped Pakistan

The independence of Pakistan on August 14, 1947, marks the culmination of an extraordinary political and intellectual struggle waged by the Muslims of the subcontinent that once deprived of power, rights, and identity following the fall of the Mughal empire and unsuccessful uprising in 1857. Once rulers for nearly 800 years, the Muslims of India […]

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7 h. ago COAS Asim Munir honoured with Azerbaijan’s prestigious war medal

Azerbaijani defence chief calls on COAS Asim Munir, discusses regional security issues Field marshal reaffirms Pakistan-Azerbaijan fraternal ties, vows to further boost military, diplomatic relations COAS thanks Azerbaijan’s leadership, people for standing together with the people of Pakistan during Marka-e-Haq and sending Azeri Contingent for participating in I-Day ceremony Both leaders discuss ‘matters of mutual […]

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7 h. ago Weather outlook of Lahore, Punjab: Intermittent rains, gusty winds likely

LAHORE – Intermittent rains and gusty winds are likely in Lahore and parts of Punjab on Wednesday night and the

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7 h. ago New policies to boost personal and service consumption: State Council

BEIJING: China will see the implementation of new financial policies to strengthen fiscal and financial coordination, outlined Liao Min, Vice Minister of Finance, during a press conference held by China’s State Council Information Office (SCIO) on Wednesday. Liao detailed the two new policies: first, an interest subsidy for personal consumer loans, and second, subsidized loans […]

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10 h. ago China breaks investment record in Punjab with $150M textile project

LAHORE — China has set a new record for the fastest foreign investment in Punjab. Major textile firm Challenge Textile Group will invest $150 million to build Pakistan’s largest advanced textile mill in the province. At a ceremony in Lahore, Bank of Punjab and Challenge Fashion Pvt Ltd signed an MoU to establish a high-tech […]

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11 h. ago Independence Day: Where to watch Fireworks in Lahore tonight?

LAHORE – As Pakistanis are gearing to mark Independence Day, people are also eagerly waiting for fireworks that promise to

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11 h. ago 123 killed in Gaza as Israeli strikes and hunger worsen crisis

Israeli forces continued intense bombardment across Gaza, killing 123 Palestinians in the last 24 hours, including 55 just this morning. According to Gaza’s health ministry, 437 people were injured during this period. Among the dead were 22 people searching for aid, many of them near relief centers. Thirteen were killed in Rafah alone. In addition […]

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12 h. ago PTI leader Ejaz Chaudhry hospitalised due to deteriorating kidney infection

LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Ejaz Chaudhry, who is currently incarcerated, was admitted to the Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute in Lahore on Wednesday after his health worsened due to a severe kidney infection. His lawyer, Rana Mudassar, confirmed the hospitalization, stating that Chaudhry was undergoing multiple tests to address his health issues, including seven […]

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13 h. ago Moody’s boosts Pakistan’s Rating to Caa1 amid Economic Recovery

ISLAMABAD – Moody’s boosts Pakistan’s rating from Caa2 to Caa1 amid turning point in economic recovery as the country opted

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18 h. ago Lahore traffic advisory issued for Chehlum and  Urs of Hazrat Data Ganj Bakhsh (R.A)

LAHORE –  Lahore Traffic Police on Wednesday announced a comprehensive traffic advisory for the three-day events marking the Chehlum and

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19 h. ago ODI series: Pakistan captain unveils reason behind miserable defeat at hands of West Indies  

LAHORE –  Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan said early wickets in the run chase were the key reason behind his team’s

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21 h. ago Suzuki Alto loses popularity in Pakistan, July 2025 data shows

LAHORE – Suzuki Alto, which is labeled as the company’s one of the most selling cars, opened the new fiscal

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26 h. ago CJP questions LHC’s decision to reject Imran’s bail petitions

Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Yahya Afridi on Tuesday raised serious questions over the Lahore High Court’s (LHC) decision to reject bail petitions filed by incarcerated founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan, says in media reports. The Supreme Court (SC), while hearing eight appeals filed by the former PTI chairman, issued notices to the […]

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28 h. ago Exporters urge policy support to capitalise on US tariff cut

Pakistan’s exporters are set to gain a competitive edge in the US market after the government successfully negotiated to get reciprocal tariff reduced from 29% to 19%, the lowest in the region providing Pakistan an opportunity to boost exports to the United States. The breakthrough was discussed in a meeting on ‘US Reciprocal Tariffs’ chaired […]

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29 h. ago ATC orders Qureshi’s release cases after acquittal in two May 9

ATC orders forfeiture of properties belonging to PTI’s former governor Cheema, Dr Yasmeen Rashid, Ejaz Ch, Mian Mehmoodur Rasheed, and other workers under section 7(2) of ATA LAHORE: The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) Lahore on Tuesday issued a ‘warrant of release’ to the Kot Lakhpat Jail superintendent for the release of PTI’s Shah Mahmood Qureshi in […]

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30 h. ago CJP Afridi questions LHC’s ‘final observations’ in Imran’s May 9 bail cases

Directs counsels of both respondents to assist the court with legal questions and complete preparations by next hearing on August 19 At one point, Salman Safdar requested court to allow him to speak at rostrum but CJP denied ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi on Tuesday questioned some of the observations made by […]

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30 h. ago Lahore to Karachi Train Ticket Price, Timings – August 2025 Update

KARACHI – Pakistan Railways offers multiple trains from two of the key cities, Lahore and Karachi. The journey takes approximately

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32 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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