3 h. ago Pak, US stress stronger frameworks to combat evolving terrorist threats

The United States said on Tuesday that it was committed to countering terrorism in all its forms with Pakistan amid surging ties between the two countries. A post from the US Embassy in Islamabad on X said the Acting Coordinator for Counterterrorism Gregory LoGerfo and Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker participated in the US-Pakistan Counterterrorism Dialogue, […]

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7 h. ago Bajaur’s Salarzai Tribes vow not to shelter militants amid major operation

BAJAUR – Laramadak tribe of Salarzai Tehsil in Bajaur district announced strong stance against terrorism, announcing that they will not

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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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9 h. ago PMYP–Lahore Qalandars talent hunt cricket trials draw record turnout in Lahore

Over 18,000 boys and girls participate in two-day open trials, showcasing Lahore’s unmatched cricket passion LAHORE: The Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP), in collaboration with Lahore Qalandars, witnessed a historic turnout at the open cricket trials held in Lahore, with more than 18,000 aspiring cricketers, both male and female, showcasing their talent over two days. […]

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10 h. ago Special Traffic Plan issued for 14 August by Motorway Police; full details here

RAWALPINDI – Motorway Police issued special traffic plan ahead of 14th August Independence Day and celebrations to mark Marka-e-Haq. Motorway police

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13 h. ago Indian opposition holds another protest over ‘Vote Chori’ in Bihar

NEW DELHI: Indian opposition lawmakers staged yet another protest in the Parliament House complex today, marking the 15th consecutive day of agitation against the Election Commission’s voter roll revision in Bihar. Many of the protesting MPs wore white T-shirts featuring the image of a “124-year-old first-time voter”, Minta Devi, whose name reportedly appeared on the […]

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19 h. ago UK Pound to Pakistani rupee open market rate today – 12 August 2025

ISLAMABAD – UK Pound recorded slight increase in its buying rate as it stood at Rs380.07 in open market of

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19 h. ago UAE Dirham to Pak rupee open market rate today – 12 August 2025

ISLAMABAD – The buying rate of UAE Dirham (AED) remained steady on Tuesday in open market of Pakistan as 1

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20 h. ago Saudi Riyal to Pakistani rupee open market rate today – 12 August 2025 (Copy)

SAR to PKR – The buying rate of Saudi Riyal remained unchanged against Pakistani rupee in open market on Tuesday

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28 h. ago Sindh Assembly unanimously passes National Minorities Day resolution

A special session of the Sindh Assembly was held here on Monday to mark the “National Minorities Day” in which all other legislative proceedings were deferred. In special session, the House also unanimously passed the National Minorities Day resolution. The session which was held at the Old Assembly Hall and Deputy Speaker Anthony Naveed tabled […]

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30 h. ago Pakistan gets offers in 100,000 metric tons white sugar tender

The lowest price offered in the international tender from Pakistan to buy 100,000 metric tons of sugar on Monday was believed to be $539 a metric ton cost and freight included (c&f), European traders said in initial assessments. Offers in the tender from the state trading agency Trading Corporation of Pakistan (TCP) are still being […]

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33 h. ago PTI stages protest in National Assembly, demands Imran Khan’s release

During Monday’s National Assembly session, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawmakers staged a loud protest, surrounding the Speaker’s dais and chanting slogans for the immediate release of party founder Imran Khan. They also voiced strong opposition to the ongoing military operation, chanting “operation na-manzoor” (operation unacceptable) repeatedly. The session began under the chairmanship of Speaker Ayaz Sadiq. […]

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38 h. ago Punjab breaks free from Rs675 Billion Debt Shackles in new era of Welfare Growth

LAHORE – Punjab government officially declared province debt-free for first time in over three decades. A staggering Rs675 billion borrowed

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38 h. ago Instagram map feature sparks serious privacy concerns worldwide

Instagram has recently launched its new “Map Feature,” enabling users to share their real-time location with selected friends. While the tool promises better local content discovery and improved connectivity, experts have expressed growing concerns about its impact on user privacy. This location-sharing function mirrors Snapchat’s “Snap Map,” allowing people to view where friends are and […]

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44 h. ago Azerbaijani president thanks Pakistan in phone call over Karabakh support

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif received a phone call from Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev on Sunday evening, during which Aliyev praised Pakistan’s consistent and strong support on the Nagorno-Karabakh issue. The conversation highlighted the close friendship between the two countries, built on shared values and mutual respect. Both leaders expressed their commitment to further strengthening bilateral […]

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45 h. ago UK Pound to Pakistani rupee open market rate today – 11 August 2025

ISLAMABAD – UK Pound registered no change in its buying rate as it stood at Rs379.86 in open market of

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45 h. ago UAE Dirham to Pak rupee open market rate today – 11 August 2025

ISLAMABAD – The buying rate of UAE Dirham (AED) remained flat on Monday in open market of Pakistan as 1

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45 h. ago Saudi Riyal to Pakistani rupee open market rate today – 11 August 2025

SAR to PKR – The buying rate of Saudi Riyal remained steady against Pakistani rupee in open market on Monday

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53 h. ago PAA rejects rumours of Islamabad airport being closed for 8 days

Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) on Sunday dismissed “incorrect and misleading” media reports about an eight-day closure of Islamabad International Airport, clarifying the exact date and time of the planned shutdown. A statement by PAA Spokesperson Saifullah Khan said, “According to the Notams issued, due to air activities ahead of Independence Day on August 14, arrival […]

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58 h. ago Upto 0.5m youngsters flock to PM’s Digital Hub in record time

ISLAMABAD: The Prime Minister’s Digital Youth Hub has witnessed an unprecedented surge in registrations, with over 500,000 young individuals signing up within a mere two months, testament to the platform’s growing popularity and potential. This remarkable achievement underscored the government’s commitment to empowering youth through digital skills and opportunities. According to an official, the Digital […]

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