8 m. ago Pakistan urges UN and global community to stop Israeli aggression against Iran

Islamabad: Pakistan’s Foreign Office has strongly condemned what it called unprovoked and illegal Israeli aggression against Iran, urging the United Nations and the international community to take immediate action to stop it. Speaking at a weekly press briefing, Foreign Office spokesperson Shafqat Mahmood said that the Israeli military strikes are a direct violation of Iran’s […]

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12 m. ago Gold extends losses for 4th day in Pakistan, falls to Rs358,595 amid global dip

KARACHI – Gold prices declined in Pakistan on Thursday, extending losses to a fourth day amid sluggish demand in the

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32 m. ago Congo virus claims 3 more lives in Karachi and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Pakistan is witnessing a worrying rise in Congo virus cases, with three more deaths reported in the last three days. Two patients passed away in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while one more case was confirmed in Karachi, bringing the total death toll to five in recent days. Two infected individuals died while receiving treatment at Hayatabad Medical […]

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33 m. ago PTA celebrates 200 million mobile users with free data and call package

ISLAMABAD – In a major announcement, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has revealed that the number of mobile phone users in the country has reached 200 million. To mark this achievement, PTA is offering free mobile data and call minutes to all users. According to PTA Chairman, every mobile user will receive 2 GB of […]

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40 m. ago Pakistan raises Rs1.2 trillion through government bond auction

Islamabad: Pakistan has successfully raised over Rs1.2 trillion through a large-scale government bond auction, marking a major step in the country’s debt management and financial reform strategy. A significant portion of this amount—Rs47 billion—was collected through the launch of the country’s first-ever 15-year zero-coupon bond, which attracted strong demand from investors. Unlike traditional bonds, zero-coupon […]

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40 m. ago KP health procurement scandal: Rs1.19 billion medicines not delivered, no action taken yet

PESHAWAR – A major health procurement scandal has surfaced in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), where four companies failed to deliver medical supplies worth Rs1.19 billion despite receiving full payments. An official inquiry has confirmed serious irregularities in the procurement process. According to the report, the companies were paid large sums for essential items, including Rs45.5 million […]

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79 m. ago Students are Pakistan’s first line of defense in information war, says DG ISPR

Karachi: Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR), Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif, has called students the frontline warriors in Pakistan’s ongoing information war. He made these remarks during a special session with students from the Saylani IT programme in Karachi on Thursday. The DG ISPR praised the students’ awareness and enthusiasm toward national security […]

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94 m. ago Rain expected across Pakistan from june 20, urban flooding warning issued

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted widespread rainfall in different parts of the country starting June 20. The rain spell is expected to continue until June 23, bringing much-needed relief from the intense heat. According to PMD, these showers may break the ongoing heatwave and bring cooler temperatures across many regions. The rain is […]

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1 hour ago Syria makes first global bank transfer via SWIFT since civil war

DAMASCUS — In a major financial milestone, Syria successfully completed its first international bank transfer using the SWIFT system since the start of its civil war 14 years ago. The announcement was made on Thursday by Central Bank Governor Abdelkader Husriyeh. Speaking to Reuters in Damascus, Husriyeh confirmed that a direct commercial transaction took place […]

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1 hour ago Aseefa Zardari praises Bilawal for representing Pakistan during difficult times

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan People’s Party leader and First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari praised Bilawal Bhutto Zardari for representing Pakistan positively on the global stage during challenging times. She spoke during a National Assembly session, highlighting his efforts in showcasing the country’s image internationally. Aseefa began her speech by paying tribute to Pakistan’s armed forces for […]

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2 h. ago Supreme Court dismisses petitions against IHC judges’ transfers in majority verdict

ISLAMABAD – The Supreme Court of Pakistan on Thursday rejected the petitions challenging the recent transfers of judges, declaring the

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3 h. ago Government accepts four major PPP demands, clears path for federal budget approval

The government has accepted four key demands from its coalition partner, the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), paving the way for smooth approval of the federal budget in the National Assembly. These demands include a reduction in GST on solar panels and full restoration of funds for Sindh’s universities. During the budget debate on Wednesday, Deputy […]

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3 h. ago Iran fires missiles at Israeli military targets; 47 injured as tensions rise

Iran launched fresh missile attacks targeting Israel’s military command and intelligence headquarters, along with other strategic sites. Israeli officials confirmed at least 47 people were injured in the strikes, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Iran of targeting the Soroka Hospital. According to Iranian news agency Arna, the morning missile strikes focused on the Israeli […]

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3 h. ago Trump faces backlash from MAGA supporters over possible strike on Iran

President Donald Trump is facing growing opposition from his own MAGA base over the possibility of launching a US strike against Iran. Some of his key supporters are urging him to avoid getting America involved in another Middle East conflict. Prominent Republicans like Steve Bannon have publicly expressed caution about joining Israel’s military campaign to […]

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3 h. ago Israeli attacks kill 140 in Gaza as global focus shifts to Iran conflict

Israeli gunfire and airstrikes killed at least 140 people across Gaza in the last 24 hours, local health officials reported. Many Palestinians feel their suffering is being overlooked as the world’s attention turns to the growing conflict between Israel and Iran. The Gaza health ministry confirmed that 40 people died on Wednesday due to Israeli […]

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4 h. ago Iran and Israel exchange air strikes as Trump keeps US role unclear

Iran and Israel continued their intense air attacks on Thursday, deepening the worst conflict between the two nations in years. President Donald Trump has kept the world guessing about whether the US will join Israel’s campaign against Iran’s nuclear sites. The situation has raised fears of wider regional instability. Over the past week, Israeli airstrikes […]

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4 h. ago Iran fires missiles on Israeli military sites, 30 injured in latest attacks

Iran launched missile attacks targeting Israel’s military command and intelligence headquarters, as well as an intelligence camp near Soroka Hospital. Israeli officials confirmed that at least 30 people were injured in the strikes, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Iran of targeting the Soroka Hospital itself. According to Iranian news agency Arna, the main targets […]

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4 h. ago Pakistan navy rescues injured Indian crew member in swift sea operation

The Pakistan Navy successfully carried out a rescue mission to save a seriously injured Indian crew member at sea, following an urgent medical assistance request. The operation was launched after the oil tanker MT High Leader reported the emergency involving the crewman. This prompt response highlights Pakistan Navy’s strong commitment to humanitarian efforts beyond borders. […]

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4 h. ago Pakistan, Uzbekistan discuss OIC agenda ahead of Istanbul summit

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar held a telephone call with Uzbekistan’s Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov to discuss bilateral and regional matters. The main focus of their conversation was the upcoming meeting of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM), scheduled to take place in Istanbul from July 21 to 22. Both […]

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4 h. ago Trump welcomes Pakistan army chief, says he prevented war with India

Former US President Donald Trump hosted Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, at the White House in a rare and historic meeting that lasted over two hours. This marked the first time a US president has officially welcomed a Pakistani military leader at such a high level, signaling a fresh chapter in US-Pakistan relations. […]

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