8 m. ago Nine killed, over 40 injured as buses overturn in Thatta and Khairpur

THATTA, KHAIRPUR: At least nine people have been killed and more than 40 others injured in two separate bus accidents in Sindh. The first incident occurred at Darsgah Muhammad Ali on the National Highway, where a bus carrying picnickers from Karachi to Keenjhar Lake overturned due to speeding, according to rescue officials. Six people were […]

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87 m. ago Police uncovers another child kidnapping racket exploiting minors for begging

KARACHI: A child kidnapping racket exploiting minors for begging has been uncovered in Karachi, raising alarms about the growing issue of child trafficking and exploitation. In a distressing development, a three-year-old boy named Hussain, who was abducted two months ago from Shah Latif Town, was found begging alongside a street beggar. Hussain’s uncle, Nasser, recognized […]

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2 h. ago Karachi, Hyderabad, Sindh weather: More rains, heavy falls expected

KARACHI – More rains with isolated heavy falls are expected in Karachi, Hyderabad, and parts of Sindh on Sunday night

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5 h. ago Retailer unawareness and weak FBR oversight fuel illegal cigarette boom

ISLAMABAD – A new study by the non-profit group Umeed-i-Sehar has revealed that Pakistan’s illegal cigarette trade is thriving due to poor government outreach and low retailer awareness. The survey, conducted across 2,000 retailers in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad, found that 97% had never been contacted by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for compliance […]

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6 h. ago LPG price falls by Rs100 in Karachi, easing household budgets

KARACHI – In a major relief for households, the price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) has dropped significantly in Karachi. The per-kilogram rate has declined from Rs340 to Rs240, bringing much-needed financial ease to consumers. This sharp Rs100 reduction follows weeks of high LPG prices that were triggered by rising tensions between Iran and Israel. […]

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6 h. ago Speeding car kills three, including driver, in Islamabad tragedy

ISLAMABAD – A tragic accident in Islamabad claimed three lives on Sunday when a speeding vehicle struck two women crossing the road, killing them on the spot. The driver of the vehicle also died in the crash, according to Rescue 1122 officials. The deadly incident occurred due to over-speeding and driver negligence, as confirmed by […]

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6 h. ago Karachi port fees slashed 50 percent to boost trade and sustainability

ISLAMABAD – The federal government has announced a major 50% reduction in port charges at Karachi Port to improve trade efficiency and promote environmentally friendly practices in maritime logistics. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry shared the update on Saturday, stating that the move is part of a broader plan to decarbonise […]

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7 h. ago PSX soars past 138,000 mark, gains fueled by economic recovery

KARACHI – The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) surged 4,298 points this week, closing at 138,597 as investors responded to strong economic indicators and broad-based sectoral buying. The market climbed 3.2% week-on-week, with Monday’s 2,203-point rally alone taking the KSE-100 Index to a historic high of 136,502, driven by renewed confidence in Pakistan’s recovery path. Key […]

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7 h. ago Govt launches Rs3bn aquaculture park in Karachi to boost exports

ISLAMABAD – The government has announced a Rs3 billion aquaculture park at Korangi Fish Harbour in Karachi to strengthen the country’s blue economy and promote sustainable marine development. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry revealed this during a high-level meeting attended by officials from the Marine Fisheries Department, Gwadar Port Authority, and […]

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7 h. ago Light rain brings relief to Karachi as more monsoon showers loom

KARACHI – Light rain fell across various parts of Karachi early Sunday morning, offering brief relief from the recent spell of humid, overcast weather. Areas such as Gulistan-e-Jauhar, North Karachi, Malir, and Gulshan-e-Iqbal received showers, with the highest rainfall of 2.3mm recorded on University Road. Other locations like the airport and PAF Base Faisal recorded […]

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7 h. ago YouTube’s new monetisation rules spark debate among content creators

KARACHI – YouTube has revised its monetisation rules by updating its “reused content” policy, now renamed as “inauthentic content.” The change aims to clearly define and discourage repetitive or overly produced material that lacks originality. However, experts believe the shift is less dramatic than it appears on social media. Social media strategist Talha Labib explained […]

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8 h. ago Akhtar Mengal barred from flying to Dubai, sparks legal outcry

QUETTA – Balochistan National Party-Mengal (BNP-M) chief Akhtar Mengal was stopped from boarding a Dubai-bound flight at Quetta Airport on Sunday, triggering widespread political condemnation. The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) confirmed his name was listed in the Provisional National Identification List (PNIL), preventing his international travel. Mengal, sharing the news on platform X, stated that […]

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8 h. ago Five TTP terrorists killed, eight captured in major Malakand CTD raid

MALAKAND – In a major counterterrorism operation on Saturday evening, security forces and the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) killed five terrorists and arrested eight others in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Malakand district. Two suspects were also injured during the operation. The raid was conducted in the Mehrday area of Dargai tehsil and targeted members of the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban […]

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8 h. ago Pakistan extends airspace ban for Indian flights until august 24

KARACHI – Pakistan has once again extended its airspace ban on Indian aircraft, pushing the restriction until August 24, according to a statement issued by the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA). This is the third consecutive extension since the initial ban was imposed on April 24. The move comes amid ongoing tensions between the two nuclear-armed […]

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12 h. ago Pakistan needs to shift toward renewable energy to keep industries competitive

KARACHI – Sindh Minister for Energy Syed Nasir Hussain Shah has said that shifting toward renewable energy was essential to

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21 h. ago Govt announces 50 % reduction in port charges at Karachi Port

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry announced a major 50% reduction in port charges at Karachi Port, aiming to reduce the carbon footprint of trade logistics and foster sustainable growth. In a statement on Saturday, the minister announced the initiative as part of a broader strategy to decarbonize the maritime sector and […]

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21 h. ago Gaza civil defence says Israeli fire kills 32 near two aid centres

Iraeli troops opened fire Saturday toward crowds of Palestinians seeking food from distribution hubs run by a us- and Israeli-backed group in southern Gaza, killing at least 32 people, according to witnesses and hospital officials. The shootings occurred near hubs operated by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, which launched operations in May. The us and Israel […]

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22 h. ago Bangladesh envoy visits Larkana to boost up trade & tourism with Pakistan

The Deputy High Commissioner of Bangladesh at Karachi SM Mahbubul Alam, stated during his visit to Larkana and other cities that Pakistan and Bangladesh share extremely strong and sustainable trade and tourism relations, which need to be further strengthened by encouraging businessmen from both countries to visit and invest in each other’s nations. He expressed […]

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23 h. ago Five Khawarij killed, eight lassoed in Malakand operation: local official

MALAKAND: At least five terrorists were killed, and eight others were arrested in a joint operation carried out by police, the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD), and other security agencies in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Malakand district on Saturday, according to police. According to the police, the operation was carried out in the Sakhakot and Mehrday areas of tehsil […]

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23 h. ago Nine terrorists neutralized, 3 officers injured in Hangu joint operation: police

The condition of Hangu DPO and Doaba Police SHO is stable, and they are undergoing treatment at CMH Kohat: IGP office HANGU: Nine terrorists were killed and three security officers, including a district police officer, sustained gunshot wounds in a joint operation carried out by police and other law enforcement agencies following intelligence about the […]

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