15 m. ago Civil, military leaders urge unity, justice and resilience as Pakistan marks 78th Independence Day

President and PM says the day served as a reminder of courage, unity, and sacrifices that led to creation of Pakistan Pay homage to founding father Quaid-i-Azam, Allama Iqbal and leaders, workers of Pakistan Movement for their struggle and sacrifices Services chief reaffirm unwavering resolve to safeguard Pakistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, uphold the Constitution […]

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1 hour ago Mother slits throats of two children over custody row, arrested

KARACHI:A callous woman was arrested in Karachi after allegedly slitting the throat of her two young children amid a custody dispute with her former husband in Defence Housing Authority (DHA) Phase-VI, police said on Thursday. According to a police report, the victims, identified as Zarar, 8, and Samia, 4, died at their home in Karachi’s […]

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3 h. ago Weather outlook of Lahore, Punjab: More intermittent rains expected

LAHORE – More intermittent rains and gusty winds with isolated heavy falls are expected in Lahore and parts of Punjab

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4 h. ago Google marks Pakistan’s Independence Day with a special doodle

ISLAMABAD: Google commemorated Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day on Thursday by featuring a special doodle on its homepage. The doodle, showcasing the country’s green and white flag soaring high with the word “Google” written in the sky, pays tribute to the historic day. Independence Day, observed annually on August 14, celebrates Pakistan’s independence in 1947. It […]

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4 h. ago Corps Commander, DG Rangers & IG Police pay tribute at Quaid’s mausoleum on Independence Day

KARACHI: On Independence Day, the Corps Commander Karachi, Director General of Pakistan Rangers (Sindh), and Inspector General of Police Sindh visited the mausoleum of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah to pay tribute to the father of the nation. Lieutenant General Muhammad Avais Dastgir, Commander of the 5 Corps Pakistan Army Karachi, laid a floral wreath at […]

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4 h. ago Private schools association to challenge Punjab’s summer holidays extension

ISLAMABAD: The All Pakistan Private Schools and Management Association (APPSMA), with backing from parents, has announced plans to challenge the Punjab government’s decision to extend the summer holidays until August 31 in the Rawalpindi Bench of the Lahore High Court (LHC). The announcement was made on Wednesday following the provincial education department’s decision to allow […]

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10 h. ago Malaysia visit visa from Pakistan – Check fee update for August 2025

ISLAMABAD – Malaysia offers an online visit visa facility to Pakistani citizens who intend to travel to there as a

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10 h. ago Election scheduled for Senate seat vacated by PTI’s Ejaz Chaudhry

The Election Commission has announced the schedule for the Senate election in Punjab. The seat became vacant after PTI Senator Ejaz Chaudhry was disqualified. The election will take place on September 9. Candidates can submit their nomination papers from August 19 to August 20. The first list of candidates will be published on August 21. […]

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11 h. ago Kensington Palace left in shock as international press reveals details of Queen Camilla’s secret trip

Queen Camilla’s recent trip to Greece aboard a luxurious €34 million yacht owned by billionaire Wafic Said has generated significant attention, drawing both support and criticism. While Camilla has increasingly earned respect in her role as queen, her latest vacation has sparked debate, particularly given the political ties of Said, a conservative billionaire donor. The […]

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11 h. ago Jennifer Aniston reveals shocking details of Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie affair, 20 years later

ennifer Aniston, celebrated for her iconic TV and movie roles, has also been in the spotlight for her personal life, particularly her high-profile marriage to Brad Pitt and their subsequent divorce in 2005. The breakup, which occurred after Pitt’s relationship with Angelina Jolie became public, remains a major chapter in celebrity history. In an exclusive […]

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12 h. ago PTI Chairman declares true independence after defeating fivefold enemy

Islamabad: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan celebrated Independence Day, calling it a moment of real freedom. He said the nation achieved this after defeating an enemy five times its size. According to him, the victory makes this Independence Day more meaningful than ever before. The PTI chief urged citizens to remember the […]

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12 h. ago New school timings from August 18 in Punjab as summer break ends soon

ISLAMABAD – All public and private schools are scheduled to reopen partially from August 18 (Monday) across Punjab. Classes for

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15 h. ago Pakistan marks 78th Independence day with nationwide celebrations

Pakistan celebrated its 78th Independence Day today with full national spirit and unity. The day started with a 21-gun salute in major cities. People offered special Fajr prayers for peace, progress, and stability. Streets, buildings, and markets were decorated with green and white flags. Citizens across the country joined celebrations, creating a festive atmosphere everywhere. […]

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22 h. ago BIC doctors lauded for first heart valve replacement without surgery

Additional Chief Secretary South Punjab Fuad Hashim Rabbani has praised doctors at Bahawalpur Institute of Cardiology for replacing a patient’s heart valve without major surgery – a first for the region. At a meeting with the team, Mr Rabbani called it a remarkable example of advanced medical techniques and teamwork, adding that the achievement would […]

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24 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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25 h. ago Gas supply to Punjab suspended as terrorists blow up gas pipeline in Lakki: police

LAKKI MARWAT: Terrorists blew up a gas pipeline in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Lakki Marwat district, suspending gas supply to Punjab, police said on Wednesday. “The terrorists detonated explosives planted to the pipeline within the limits of Bhana Manjiwala area of the Lakki Marwat district,” district police spokesperson Aamir Khan confirmed. He said the explosion caused a […]

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25 h. ago 14 August WhatsApp, TikTok Status, Stories, Wishes Download 2025 Independence Day

ISLAMABAD — As Pakistan prepares to mark 78th Independence Day on 14 August 2025, citizens are not only gearing up

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26 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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27 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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29 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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