28 h. ago Iran launches fresh missile strike on Israel amid rising tensions

Iran has launched a new wave of missile attacks on Israel under its ongoing military campaign, Operation Wa’ad al-Sadiq 3. This marks the fifth consecutive day of Iranian retaliation in response to Israeli aggression. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed fresh ballistic missile launches and activated sirens across central Israel and other regions. So far, […]

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30 h. ago CM calls for preservation of Indus delta to ensure environmental justice

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah emphasized the importance of protecting water resources on Tuesday, marking “World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought.” He stressed that water is vital for life and preserving natural resources is a collective responsibility. In his message, CM Shah highlighted the significance of raising awareness about desertification, drought, and […]

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48 h. ago Italian navy ship arrives in Karachi to boost maritime cooperation

The Italian Navy Ship ITS ANTONIO MARCEGLIA arrived at Karachi Port for a three-day goodwill visit, marking a significant milestone in the longstanding maritime cooperation between Italian Navy and Pakistan Navy. An impressive reception ceremony was held upon arrival of the ship, where the Commanding Officer and crew of the visiting ship were warmly received […]

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53 h. ago Israeli forces open fire on Gaza aid seekers, killing 70 and injuring over 200

GAZA: Israeli forces have killed nearly 70 Palestinians and injured over 200 in a brutal attack on a crowd of civilians gathered for food aid in southern Gaza on Tuesday. The attack, which occurred along the main eastern road in the southern city of Khan Younis, marks the deadliest day in a series of ongoing […]

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3 d. ago On the frontlines of crisis: it’s time to recognize domestic workers as essential

By Geir T. Tonstol Today, on International Domestic Workers Day, we mark fourteen years since the adoption of the landmark

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5 d. ago LUMS Hosts UX Pakistan 2025: The Country’s Largest Design Conference Promoting Human

The Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) recently hosted the 8th edition of UX Pakistan 2025, the country’s largest and longest-running design conference, bringing together a vibrant assembly of designers, technologists, educators, and thought leaders from across Pakistan and beyond. With the theme “Design for Social Impact”, the two-day event marked a pivotal moment in […]

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1 week ago Cattle prices slashed by 50% on eid’s third day, but markets still empty

Despite a steep 50% drop in cattle prices across Lahore and other cities on the third day of Eidul Azha, cattle markets remained nearly empty. Sellers are struggling to find buyers even with heavily discounted rates, leaving many frustrated and ready to pack up. Cattle traders said that many customers had already made their purchases […]

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2 w. ago Eid Holidays 2025 Extended with another Day Off! full details here

ISLAMABAD – Balochistan government announced revised schedule for Eid-ul-Azha, giving citizens an extra day off to mark holy festival. A

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2 w. ago Reception held to marking ‘Day of Bulgarian Alphabet & Culture,’ 60th anniversary of Bulgaria

In order to mark the Day of the Bulgarian Alphabet & Culture and the 60th anniversary of Bulgaria-Pakistan diplomatic relations,

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2 w. ago Suicide blast near Kampala shrine kills two suspected rebels on martyrs’ day

Two suspected rebels, including a female suicide bomber, were killed in an explosion near the Munyonyo Martyrs’ Shrine in Kampala, Uganda, on Tuesday morning. The blast happened as thousands of people gathered to mark Martyrs’ Day, an annual event honoring Christians killed for their faith in the 19th century. Fortunately, no civilians were injured in […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan Observer’s Special Report with WHO sheds light on Tobacco Crisis in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan Observer collaborated with World Health Organization (WHO) to mark World Tobacco Day with a comprehensive special report

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3 w. ago India wants to block water for 240 million Pakistanis — but it will never happen: PM Shehbaz

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has firmly stated that India’s attempts to block Pakistan’s water resources—vital for 240 million citizens—will never succeed, reaffirming Pakistan’s resolve to defend its rights under all circumstances. Speaking at an event marking Azerbaijan’s National Day, PM Sharif congratulated the Azerbaijani leadership and people, while emphasizing Pakistan’s strong ties with brotherly nations […]

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3 w. ago Pakistan Day of Thanks marked at Jeddah consulate with tributes to armed forces

JEDDAH: A ceremony marking Thanksgiving Day and Takbeer was held at the Pakistani Consulate in Jeddah on Sunday, where rich tributes were paid to the unflinching resolve of the Pakistani nation and the courage of the country’s armed forces. Organised at the Pakistan International School, Al-Rehab, the event drew members of the Pakistani community, students, […]

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3 w. ago International day of the Markhor: A call to save Pakistan’s national animal

The International Day of the Markhor is being observed worldwide today, May 24, to raise awareness about protecting one of Central and South Asia’s most iconic and endangered wild species. The day, officially declared by the United Nations in 2024, also honors the markhor’s status as Pakistan’s national animal. The markhor (Capra falconeri), with its […]

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last month Gold price in Pakistan rises by Rs300, reaches Rs342,800 per tola

Gold prices in Pakistan continued to rise on Tuesday, reflecting a global increase in gold prices. The price of gold per tola in the local market reached Rs342,800, a rise of Rs300 from the previous day. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), the price of 10 grams of gold increased by […]

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