73 m. ago Pakistan cracks down on terrorists’ social media accounts; over 850 reported, hundreds blocked  

ISLAMABAD – Pakistani authorities have launched a major crackdown on social media accounts linked to banned terrorist organizations, reporting more

Other

77 m. 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 […]

Other

1 hour ago Freedom is sacred — We’ll defend It with our last breath: Asim Munir

Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir, in his Independence Day message, congratulated the entire nation and reaffirmed the Pakistan Army’s full confidence in its professional competence and combat readiness. He said the armed forces are fully prepared to face any threat and will never compromise on the country’s freedom and sovereignty. According to […]

Other

2 h. ago Shehbaz Sharif announces Army Rocket force as defence milestone

Pakistan has announced the creation of a new Army Rocket Force to supervise missile combat capabilities in conventional warfare. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif revealed the plan late Wednesday during a ceremony in Islamabad. The event marked the anniversary of the worst Pakistan-India conflict in decades, which erupted in May this year. The announcement comes just […]

Other

2 h. ago PM hails ‘great victory’ over India for igniting renewed Independence Day spirit  

ISLAMABAD –  Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has extended heartfelt greetings to the nation on Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day, saying that

Other

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

KARACHI – Google, the Search engine giant, has changed its homepage doodle to mark Pakistan’s Independence Day on August 14

Other

3 h. ago US Secretary of State Marco Rubio congratulates Pakistan on 78th Independence Day  

WASHINGTON  – US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has extended greetings to Pakistan on its 78th Independence Day. In his

Other

4 h. ago Zardari, Shehbaz urge unity and justice on 78th Independence day

Pakistan marked its 78th Independence Day with calls for unity and justice. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif delivered separate messages to the nation. Both leaders urged the people to rise above divisions and work for equality and service to all. They paid tribute to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Allama Iqbal, and […]

Other

4 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. […]

Other

4 h. ago President, PM call for unity as Pakistan marks Independence Day with zeal

ISLAMABAD – President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have called for rising beyond divisions and standing united

Other

5 h. ago Independence Day: Military leadership vows to safeguard Pakistan’s sovereignty, uphold Constitution

RAWALPINDI – Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General

Other

5 h. ago In a blow to India, Pakistan announces formation of new Army Rocket Force Command

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced the formation of a new Army Rocket Force Command to further strengthen

Other

8 h. ago Pakistan: Forged through trials, strengthened by sacrifices, destined for greatness

There are a few nights in history that carry as much weight as the night of 14th August 1947. That

Other

10 h. ago Fatima Fertilizer ignites patriotic fervour with ‘Dil Se Sarsabz’ Milli Naghma Competition

In a heartfelt celebration of Pakistan’s Independence Day, Fatima Fertilizer brought together the power of music and national pride through its first-ever ‘Dil Se Sarsabz’ Milli Naghma Competition, held in Islamabad. The campaign invited individuals from across the country to record and share their renditions of classic patriotic songs on TikTok using the hashtag #DilSeSarsabz. […]

Other

13 h. ago PM announces distribution of 100,000 free laptops for students nationwide

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has unveiled a plan to distribute 100,000 free laptops to deserving students across Pakistan during an event in Islamabad to mark International Youth Day. The distribution will be based purely on merit, with no room for favoritism, and will cover all four provinces, the federal capital Islamabad, as well as […]

Other

13 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 […]

Other

13 h. ago Pakistani athlete makes history with three gold medals at 2025 Taekwondo Championship

MALAYSIA: Tayiba Ashraf has made Pakistan proud by winning three gold medals at the 2025 International Taekwondo Championship in Malaysia. The remarkable achievement comes just in time for Pakistan’s Independence Day, adding to the celebrations of the nation’s pride. In an emotional Instagram post, Tayiba shared her joy and pride, saying, “I’m overwhelmed with joy […]

Other

13 h. ago BHC seeks centre, Balochistan replies to plea against internet shutdown in Balochistan

QUETTA: The Balochistan High Court (BHC) on Wednesday sought replies from the Attorney General of Pakistan (AGP) and the Balochistan Advocate General (AG) to a petition against the shutdown of internet services in the province. A two-member BHC bench comprising Chief Justice Rozi Khan Barrech and Justice Sardar Ahmad Haleemi issued the directives while hearing […]

Other

14 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 […]

Other

14 h. ago US again credits President Trump, other leaders for averting Pak

Top leaders in this nation involved in stopping that potential catastrophe, State Department spokesperson Bruce says WASHINGTON: US State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce has credited President Donald Trump and other US leaders for averting the Pakistan-India conflict, saying that it “could have developed into something quite horrible.” Responding to a question at a press briefing, […]

Other