3 h. ago ‘2nd this month’: Two killed, three injured as another Lyari building collapses

Rescuers carry out operation, shift bodies and injured to civil hospital KARACHI: Two women were killed and three others sustained injuries on Thursday after the roof of a six-storey building caved in near Lyari’s Khadda Market, the second this month, rescue officials confirmed. According to rescuers, the sixth floor of Ghani Mansion building, near Bilal […]

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9 h. ago Only one Iranian nuclear site severely damaged in U.S. strikes

A new U.S. intelligence assessment has revealed that only one out of three Iranian nuclear sites suffered severe damage during last month’s American airstrikes. The other two sites experienced relatively minor impact and may resume operations within months if Iran chooses to do so. According to a report by Al Arabiya, citing NBC News, current […]

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12 h. ago Istanbul mayor sentenced to 20 months for threatening prosecutor

A Turkish court has sentenced Istanbul Mayor and opposition leader Ekrem İmamoğlu to a total of 20 months in prison for allegedly threatening and insulting a public prosecutor. The charges stem from his reported comments and behavior toward a city prosecutor, which the court deemed inappropriate and criminal under Turkish law. According to AFP, this […]

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12 h. ago New Property Tax Rates Announced with Key Changes for Active and Late Filers

The Board of Revenue’s Registration Branch has officially notified new property tax rates, marking the resumption of the online property registration system after a three-week hiatus. The updated tax structure includes notable increases, particularly in capital gains tax for properties based on the DC rate value. For properties valued up to Rs50 million, active filers […]

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18 h. ago Go cashless in cattle markets campaign: SBP hosts award ceremony

The State Bank of Pakistan, Banking Services Corporation (SBP BSC), hosted an award ceremony on Wednesday, in Karachi to honor high-performing banks for their outstanding contributions to the Go Cashless in Cattle Markets Campaign 2025. Managing Director of SBP Banking Services Corporation, Maraj Mahmood while addressing the ceremony, appreciated the efforts of the participating banks […]

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27 h. ago Ministries’ performance to be evaluated every two months following determination of key indicators: PM

Premier Shehbaz emphasizes enhancing ministries’ performance is ultimately about services delivery Expresses satisfaction over the stock market touching record levels this week, saying development reflected positive business sentiment Cabinet approves a 15pc increase in EOBI pension, effective from Jan 1, 2025   ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Wednesday that the performance of ministries […]

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28 h. ago PM lauds best possible arrangements during Muharram, ongoing rains

Premier Shehbaz expresses sorrow over loss of lives due to heavy rainfall in various parts of the country, specifically the tragic Swat Expresses satisfaction over the recent positive trends in macroeconomic indicators ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday commended the efforts of all provincial governments, the federal administration, as well as authorities in Azad […]

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30 h. ago President Xi addresses Central Urban Work Conference, listing priorities for urban development

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping laid out the overall requirements, key principles and priority tasks for urban work at a key conference held in Beijing from Monday to Tuesday. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, delivered an important speech at the […]

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30 h. ago Israel strikes key Syrian institutions in Damascus attack as Druze clashes continue

DAMASCUS: An Israeli airstrike hit next to the presidential palace in Syria’s capital Damascus on Wednesday, according to a Reuters witness, after the Syrian defence ministry and military headquarters were also attacked. Earlier, Israeli strikes hit near the Syrian army and defence ministry headquarters in Damascus, the state-run Alekhbariya channel reported on Telegram, after Israel’s military said it […]

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32 h. ago Dar, Wang Yi reaffirm mutual support in security, agriculture on SCO sidelines

TIANJIN: Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar of Pakistan met with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on Wednesday, where they reaffirmed mutual support in key sectors such as agriculture, mining, industry, and security. The meeting was held on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization’s (SCO) Council of Foreign Ministers meeting in Tianjin. Dar was in China […]

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35 h. ago Every two months: PM Shehbaz demands ministry accountability

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has introduced a new accountability measure, stating that every two months, the performance of all government ministries will be thoroughly reviewed. He promised that ministries showing strong results will receive praise, while those with weaknesses will be urged to improve, and if necessary, face disciplinary actions. He made it clear that […]

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36 h. ago Imran, Sarwar committed ‘national crime’ against PIA, says Khawaja Asif

Islamabad: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has strongly criticized former Prime Minister Imran Khan and ex-Aviation Minister Ghulam Sarwar Khan, accusing them of causing serious damage to Pakistan’s national airline, PIA. He said their actions turned the airline into a “graveyard,” and now it’s the government’s duty to determine how and why the bans were placed […]

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36 h. ago Supreme court declares promotion A legal right for public servants

ISLAMABAD – The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ruled that promotion is a fundamental legal right for every government employee and must be granted based on merit and performance. The court urged public institutions to ensure fairness and transparency in handling promotion cases. In a five-page written judgment by Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar, the court […]

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37 h. ago Israel’s ‘humanitarian city’ plan in Gaza faces heavy criticism

JERUSALEM – An Israeli proposal to create a “humanitarian city” in Gaza has sparked widespread political debate and international concern, with no concrete plan in place yet. Defence Minister Israel Katz floated the idea earlier this month, suggesting a relocation of around 600,000 displaced Palestinians to a new encampment in southern Gaza near the Egyptian […]

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39 h. ago Key arrests expected as NAB launches formal probe into Rs40 billion ‘Kohistan corruption scandal’

PESHAWAR – The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has launched a formal investigation into alleged “Kohistan mega corruption scandal” involving Rs40

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55 h. ago Pakistan’s Farhan storms into Specter Center Satellite Series semis in US

PHILADELPHIA, USA: Pakistan’s rising squash star Muhammad Farhan, representing Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL), continued his impressive international journey by advancing to the semi-finals of the Specter Center Satellite Series 1 in Philadelphia, USA. Farhan delivered a commanding performance against American opponent Benjamin Gemma, securing a straight-sets victory with scores of 11-6, 11-3, 11-9, […]

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56 h. ago Imran Khan finalizes senate candidates in meeting with barrister Saif

ISLAMABAD – The inside story of a recent meeting between PTI founder Imran Khan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Information Advisor Barrister Saif has surfaced, revealing key decisions on Senate nominations. The meeting took place at Adiala Jail, where Khan is currently held. According to sources, Imran Khan gave final approval for the party’s Senate candidates. During […]

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56 h. ago Industrial output dips 1.21%, yet automobiles and textiles fuel hope

In the first 11 months of fiscal year 2025, Pakistan’s large-scale industries experienced a 1.21% decline in overall production, revealed the latest data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). Despite this drop, the production in May 2025 showed a positive trend, increasing by 7.39% compared to April 2025. On a year-on-year basis, May 2025 […]

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57 h. ago Gandapur claims record revenue haul, challenges rivals to match KP’s success

PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur on Tuesday made bold claims about his government’s revenue performance, asserting that no federal or provincial administration in Pakistan’s history has collected as much revenue in such a short period. In an exclusive interview with a private TV channel, Gandapur revealed that his government had raised Rs2.5 […]

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57 h. ago “We deserve better”: Top actors call out payment delays in TV industry

After veteran actors Muhammad Ahmed and Faizan Khawaja raised concerns over delayed payments, Ahmed Ali Butt and Yasir Hussain have now also voiced their frustration. Both actors criticized the industry for its poor payment practices, saying artists are often left waiting months for their dues. On Instagram, Yasir Hussain highlighted the issue by mentioning late […]

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