4 h. ago King Charles Pictured with Walking Stick in New Photos Amid Deteriorating Health

King Charles has been photographed in two new portraits at his Sandringham estate in Norfolk, showing the monarch walking through the Topiary Garden with a wooden walking stick. The 76-year-old looked happy and at ease in the photos, captured by photographer Millie Pilkington. In the images, Charles can be seen strolling down a grit path […]

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9 h. ago Durefishan Saleem shares emotional reflection on life, loneliness, and the end

LAHORE – Actress Durefishan Saleem has shared a deeply emotional message on social media, reflecting on the fragile nature of life and the profound impact of small, meaningful moments. In an Instagram post, she expressed a heartfelt prayer that no one should pass away alone, in silence, or in an empty room. Her words have […]

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9 h. ago Tuba Anwar creates celeb whatsApp group to tackle loneliness and mental health

LAHORE – Actress Tuba Anwar has revealed the formation of a WhatsApp group to provide emotional support for the entertainment industry, aiming to combat loneliness and enhance mental well-being. The initiative was inspired by growing concerns over the mental health of those working in showbiz, particularly after the tragic death of actress Humaira Ali, who […]

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24 h. ago Launch of riot management police brings a new dimension to modern governance: CM Maryam

First batch of Riot Management Police includes 5,000 personnel, out of which 3,000 completed training LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has established Pakistan’s first-ever dedicated Riot Management Police Force, marking a major milestone in law enforcement and crowd control in the province. The new force has been created within the Punjab Police framework to […]

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26 h. ago MQM chief Altaf Hussain’s condition improving fast: party official

LONDON: Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) founder Altaf Hussain’s health has been improving lately after he was admitted to the hospital, according to a video by a party official posted on Saturday. Altaf Hussain was recently hospitalised in London due to “severe illness”, where he underwent multiple tests. London-based senior party leader Mustafa Azizabadi told media […]

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26 h. ago At least 60 Palestinians killed, 180 wounded in Israeli strikes today

GAZA: At least 60 Palestinians have been killed and 180 wounded in Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip since dawn, including 27 people reportedly seeking humanitarian aid, according to health officials. In Gaza City, four people were killed and 10 injured when an Israeli air strike hit a residence on Jaffa Street in the Tuffah […]

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28 h. ago Emergency vaccination drives slash outbreak deaths by 60%, study finds

Emergency vaccination efforts during deadly disease outbreaks have reduced death rates by nearly 60% over the past 25 years, according to a major new global study. The research, supported by the Gavi vaccine alliance and conducted by Australia’s Burnet Institute, offers the world’s first detailed analysis of how emergency immunisation improves public and global health […]

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29 h. ago “It was the darkest time of my life”: Nausheen Shah on beating depression

Pakistani actress Nausheen Shah has broken her silence on battling depression. In a heartfelt appearance on the show Hansna Mana Hai, she spoke openly about disappearing from the spotlight for nearly two years. During that time, she suffered from severe mental health issues that left her unable to eat, sleep, or function. Nausheen shared that […]

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30 h. ago “I hope none of us die alone — not in silence,” says Durefishan

Amid a week of mourning and uncomfortable questions following the death of model and actor Humaira Asghar Ali, actor Durefishan Saleem has shared a deeply personal and moving message about life, loneliness, and quiet grief. Without naming Ali directly, Saleem’s words come as a tender response to the wave of public reaction that followed the […]

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33 h. ago Pakistan links Indian proxies to terror attacks in Balochistan

Pakistan says Indian proxies are involved in recent terror attacks in Balochistan. The Foreign Office spokesman, Shafqat Ali Khan, confirmed this in a weekly briefing. He added that India interferes actively in Balochistan to create unrest and instability. Pakistan raises this issue at international forums to expose India’s role clearly to the world. He also […]

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43 h. ago Google expands creative AI tools in Pakistan with Veo 3 & Flow

Google has expanded access to its advanced video generation model, Veo 3, allowing users in Pakistan and over 150 other countries to create eight-second videos from photos with sound, the company said in a statement released Friday. The move comes amid a global surge in interest in creative AI tools, with content creators using different […]

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47 h. ago Pakistani creators get Veo 3: Google’s AI video tool goes global

Google has expanded access to its advanced creative AI tools, Veo 3 and Flow, to users in over 150 countries, including Pakistan. These tools allow users to convert photos into dynamic eight-second videos with sound using AI-powered photo-to-video features. Google made the announcement on Friday, highlighting the growing popularity of these tools among global users. […]

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48 h. ago Pakistan issues ordinance to regulate virtual assets, establishes regulatory authority

ISLAMABAD: On Thursday, President Asif Ali Zardari signed the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (Vara) Ordinance 2025, which establishes a new body to regulate virtual asset services in Pakistan. The ordinance aims to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing while ensuring the proper oversight of virtual asset transactions within the country. The ordinance comes into immediate […]

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52 h. ago Islamabad court suspends ban on 27 youTube channels of journalists and critics

An Islamabad court on Friday suspended a previous order banning 27 YouTube channels operated by prominent Pakistani journalists and content creators. The suspension was issued by Additional Sessions Judge Afzal Majoka, offering temporary relief to the affected individuals. The original ban was based on a petition by the newly formed National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency […]

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53 h. ago President and PM rally for family planning to secure Pakistan’s future

On World Population Day, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif urged citizens to adopt responsible parenthood and family planning. They emphasized the urgent need to control Pakistan’s fast-growing population to ensure sustainable development and better quality of life. The day aims to highlight the impact of population growth on resources, health, and […]

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54 h. ago World population day 2025 highlights youth empowerment and informed choices

ISLAMABAD – World Population Day 2025 is being observed today (Friday) across the globe, including Pakistan, with a renewed focus on empowering young people to shape their families and futures. This year’s theme is “Empowering young people to create the families they want in a fair and hopeful world.” Coordinated by the United Nations, the […]

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54 h. ago Global fund slashes Pakistan’s health aid by $27 million amid rising HIV and TB threats

ISLAMABAD – The Global Fund has cut $27 million from Pakistan’s health funding, significantly affecting national programs aimed at controlling HIV, tuberculosis, and malaria. The reduction comes as the country battles a worsening public health crisis. The decision reduces Pakistan’s total allocation under Grant Cycle 7 from $250.8 million to $223.6 million. The biggest cut […]

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56 h. ago Islamabad high court warns action against PM over Dr. Aafia Siddiqui case

ISLAMABAD — The Islamabad High Court expressed strong anger at the federal government for failing to submit a report on Dr. Aafia Siddiqui’s release, health, and return to Pakistan. The court hinted at possible action against the Prime Minister and federal ministers for contempt of court. During the hearing, Justice Sardar Ejaz Ishaq Khan questioned […]

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57 h. ago DPM Ishaq Dar meets Malaysian PM, pledges to strengthen Pakistan

PUTRAJAYA – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar met Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Friday during the 32nd ASEAN Regional Forum Ministerial Meeting. He conveyed warm regards from Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to deepening ties with Malaysia. During the meeting, Ishaq Dar praised Malaysia’s role […]

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64 h. ago World Population Day: First Lady calls for renewed national commitment to empowering every citizen

On the occasion of World Population Day 2025, the First Lady of Pakistan, Her Excellency Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, calls for a renewed national commitment to the health, dignity, and empowerment of every individual; especially women, children, and youth across the country. “On this day, we are reminded not only of numbers, but of the lives […]

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