8 h. ago Presidential hopeful dies in Colombia after June rally shooting

BOGOTA: Colombian pres­idential candidate Miguel Uribe has died two months after being shot at a campaign rally, his family said on Monday, as the attack rekindled fears of a return to the nation’s violent past. The 39-year-old conservative senator, a grandson of former president Julio Cesar Turbay (1978-1982), was shot in the head and leg on June […]

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23 h. ago Cambridge announces A Level results 2025 today [How to Check Online]

ISLAMABAD – Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) will announce the results for the AS and A Level results for May-June

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31 h. ago Global outcry after Israeli strike kills Al Jazeera journalist in Gaza

World leaders, rights groups, and press freedom advocates have condemned the killing of Al Jazeera journalist Anas Al-Sharif. He died alongside four colleagues in an Israeli airstrike on Gaza City’s Al-Shifa Hospital area. Gaza authorities said the attack directly targeted a media tent. Two other civilians and freelance reporter Mohammed Al-Khaldi were also killed. Mourners […]

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37 h. ago Petrol Prices expected to come down in Pakistan from August 16; full details here

ISLAMABAD – A sigh of relief for inflation-weary Pakistanis as prices of Petrol and diesel are expected to come down

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39 h. ago Cambridge A level results to be announced tomorrow in Pakistan

Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) has announced that the AS and A Level results for the May-June session will be published in Pakistan on Tuesday, August 12th. Students eagerly await their scores as this release marks an important milestone for thousands of candidates across the country. Following the A Level results, the IGCSE O Level […]

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55 h. ago Nasir, Noor advance to squash semifinals at World Games 2025

Nasir Iqbal and Noor Zaman kept Pakistan’s medal hopes alive at the World Games 2025 as both secured spots in the plate event semifinals of squash in Chengdu, China on Saturday. Nasir crushed Romania’s Radu Pena 3-0 in quarterfinal in straight games (11-3, 11-3, 11-2) to storm into the plate semifinals. Nasir delivered a masterclass […]

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61 h. ago West Indies opt to bowl first against Pakistan in second T20I

TRINIDAD – West Indies skipper Shai Hope has won the toss and opted to bowl first against Pakistan in the

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3 d. ago Hunger kills 4 more in Gaza; world condemns Israel’s “complete siege”

Gaza’s health ministry reported that four more Palestinians died from hunger in the last 24 hours. This raises the total hunger-related deaths to 201. Meanwhile, the international community, including China, the UN, and several European countries, strongly condemned Israel’s plan for a “complete siege” of Gaza. They warned that this move will worsen the already […]

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4 d. ago Trump–Modi relations unravel after clash over Pak–India ceasefire

A tense phone call over the Pakistan–India ceasefire has reportedly fueled the breakdown in relations between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former U.S. President Donald Trump. Bloomberg reported that the 35-minute call took place during June’s G7 summit in Canada, where Modi rejected Trump’s repeated claims of brokering peace. Modi insisted the ceasefire was […]

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4 d. ago Modi avoids meeting Trump over potential encounter with COAS Munir: Bloomberg

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi declined a meeting with US President Donald Trump in June, fearing a possible encounter with Pakistan’s army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir. According to Bloomberg, Modi was concerned that Trump might arrange a meeting between him and Munir if they were both at the White House simultaneously. This decision followed […]

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4 d. ago PM Shehbaz condemns Israel’s Gaza plan as “dangerous escalation”

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemned Israel’s new plan to take military control of Gaza City, calling it a “dangerous escalation.” He said this step would worsen the ongoing humanitarian crisis and destroy any hope for peace in the region. His remarks came after Israel’s cabinet approved the plan early Friday, intensifying a nearly two-year-long […]

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4 d. ago Pakistan airports authority faces Rs4.10b loss over airspace closure

The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) reported a financial loss of Rs4.10 billion following the closure of airspace with India from April 24 to June 20, 2025. According to details shared in the National Assembly, the decision affected 100 to 150 Indian flights daily, causing a 20 percent reduction in overall air traffic and revenue loss […]

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4 d. ago Security forces shoot down Indian drone in Lahore’s Manawan area

LAHORE – Security forces have shot down an Indian drone in an area of Lahore, it emerged on Friday. An

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4 d. ago PSX reaches historic high of 146,300 points as bulls rule trading floor

KARACHI – The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued its record-breaking rally on Friday, as the benchmark index climbed to an

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5 d. ago Govt greenlights recruitment of 3,229 constables for upgraded FC

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has approved the recruitment of 3,229 constables to strengthen the recently upgraded Federal Constabulary (FC), a move aimed at enhancing national security. This decision follows last month’s presidential ordinance, which transformed the Frontier Constabulary into a nationwide force. The recruitment plan will ensure a more robust presence across the country. The […]

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6 d. ago British High Commissioner flies with PIA, expresses hope for direct UK

ISLAMABAD – British High Commissioner to Pakistan Jane Marriott boarded Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight from Sindh capital Karachi to

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6 d. ago Brad Pitt suffers devastating tragedy as mom Jane Etta Pitt dies at age 84

Brad Pitt is mourning the loss of his beloved mother, Jane, who passed away at the age of 84. The news, confirmed by PEOPLE and initially reported by TMZ, has left the actor and his family grieving. A representative for Pitt declined to comment on the passing. Brad Pitt, 61, was raised in Springfield, Missouri, […]

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6 d. ago Ben Affleck’s emotional reaction to Ana de Armas’ romance with Tom Cruise revealed

en Affleck’s name has once again dominated the media in recent weeks, as sources reveal his noticeable discomfort regarding Ana de Armas’ new romance with Tom Cruise. Despite expectations for a calm response, Affleck is reportedly struggling emotionally with the situation, especially since he had held out hope for a potential reconciliation with de Armas. […]

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6 d. ago Celine Dion shares update on crippling health battle as she eyes return to big stage

Celine Dion, known for her unparalleled vocal talent, continues her battle with Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS), a rare neurological disorder that has dramatically affected her life and career. Despite the challenges, the Canadian superstar remains hopeful, resilient, and dedicated to her recovery, offering her fans regular updates on her journey. Celine Dion’s Struggles Amid World […]

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7 d. ago Budget deficit at 5.4% of GDP; primary surplus climbs to 2.4%

Pakistan’s budget deficit was recorded at Rs6.17 trillion, i.e. 5.4% of the GDP, during the fiscal year 2024-25, marking a 9-year low, showed data released by the Ministry of Finance. A summary of consolidated federal and provincial fiscal operations for July-June 2024-25, released by the Finance Division showed that total revenue stood at Rs17.997 trillion […]

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