8 h. ago Pakistan urges global community to hold Israel accountable for Iran aggression

Strongly condemning the unjustified and illegitimate aggression by Israel against Iran, Pakistan on Thursday urged the international community and the United Nations to bear the responsibility to uphold international law, stop this aggression immediately, and hold the aggressor accountable for its actions. “The Israeli military strikes violate the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iran and […]

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9 h. ago inDrive’s Alternativa Film Festival 2026 invites Pakistani filmmakers

The Alternativa Film Festival, supported by global mobility platform inDrive, has officially opened submissions for its 2026 edition, inviting filmmakers from Pakistan and across the Global South to participate. Set to take place in Colombia, the festival boasts an expanded prize fund of USD 120,000 – a USD 20,000 increase from its previous edition. Submissions […]

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12 h. ago PSX falls again as regional tensions and fed outlook shake investor confidence

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ended Thursday in the red for a third day in a row. The benchmark KSE-100 Index dropped 463 points, closing at 120,002.59. The index had started strong, reaching over 121,700 points, but later reversed gains due to regional and global worries. Geopolitical tensions played a major role in the decline. […]

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13 h. ago Mass displacement of Palestinians in Gaza reaches over 680,000 as Israeli genocide intensifies

GENEVA/GAZA: The United Nations reported on Wednesday that more than 680,000 Palestinians have been forcibly displaced across Gaza in the last three months, as Israel’s military operations continue to escalate. UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric, citing the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), highlighted that Israeli authorities issued a new displacement order on Tuesday, […]

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14 h. ago Pakistan condemns Israel’s attacks on Iran, urges immediate action from UN and global community

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has strongly condemned Israel’s recent aggression against Iran on Thursday, urging the United Nations and the international community to act immediately to halt the military strikes and hold Israel accountable. The Foreign Office spokesperson, Shafqat Ali Khan, called the Israeli strikes a violation of Iran’s sovereignty, stressing that they contravene international law and […]

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15 h. ago Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin’s Marriage ‘Officially Dead,’ Sources Say

Reports suggest that Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin’s marriage has reached a breaking point, with sources claiming the relationship is now “officially dead.” According to RadarOnline, the couple’s marital struggles have intensified, with Hailey reportedly being pushed to her limit by Justin’s behavior. A source close to the couple revealed that Hailey, who had been […]

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16 h. ago Pakistan gaining global ground: Defence minister praises army chief’s US visit as diplomatic milestone

ISLAMABAD – Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has hailed Pakistan’s growing influence on military, economic, and diplomatic fronts, calling the recent visit of Pakistan’s Army Chief to the United States a major diplomatic breakthrough. Speaking to reporters at Parliament House, Asif said the historic meeting between Pakistan’s top military official and US President Donald Trump reflected […]

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17 h. ago Over 5,000 Israelis flee homes amid fears of Iranian strikes

TEL AVIV – As tensions between Iran and Israel continue to rise, fear has gripped thousands of Israeli citizens, prompting more than 5,000 people to flee their homes in search of safety. The mass departure, confirmed by Israel’s Interior Ministry, reflects growing anxiety over the possibility of direct Iranian missile or drone strikes targeting civilian […]

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17 h. ago Shaheen Afridi joins Brisbane heat as no.1 overseas pick in BBL 15

Pakistan’s star fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi has officially joined Brisbane Heat as the top overseas Platinum pick in the BBL 15 Draft. The draft took place in Melbourne on Thursday. Six out of eight BBL franchises showed serious interest in Pakistani players, a sign of their growing value in global leagues. Shaheen will play […]

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18 h. ago Inaugural Ivy Future of Pakistan Conference at Yale Explores Governance and Diplomacy

The Ivy Future of Pakistan Conference at Yale University united students from top Ivy League schools with global policy experts, officials, and diplomats to underscore Pakistan’s pivotal role in global diplomacy and the substantial contributions of its diaspora in the U.S. In his keynote address, Pakistan’s former Ambassador, Ali Jehangir Siddiqui, stressed the necessity for […]

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18 h. 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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19 h. 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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19 h. 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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20 h. 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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20 h. 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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20 h. 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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22 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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35 h. ago Equal educational opportunities to underprivileged children top priority: PM

PM Shehbaz reviews progress on Daanish University; direction educational facilities in Daanish schools and university should be aligned with int’l standards Emphasizes children from underprivileged and marginalized communities possess immense potential and talent to prove themselves at global stage ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday directed that educational facilities in Daanish Schools and […]

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36 h. ago Tragedy at sea: 60 migrants feared dead in twin Libya shipwrecks

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has reported that at least 60 migrants are feared dead following two separate shipwrecks off the Libyan coast in the past week. These tragedies underscore the growing dangers migrants face while attempting the perilous Mediterranean crossing to reach Europe. The first incident occurred on June 12 near the Libyan […]

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37 h. ago At UN, Pakistan calls Gaza situation not just catastrophic but ‘collapse of humanity’

Amb Iftikhar calls the UNGA resolution a necessary assertion of international will, saying, ‘Pakistan proud to have supported and co-sponsored this initiative’ NEW YORK: Pakistan voiced “profound anguish, disappointment, and mounting despair” over the worsening plight of the people in the besieged Gaza Strip as the 10th UN General Assembly session on Palestine resumed Tuesday, […]

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