72 m. ago Rs 96bn funds approved for various projects in Lahore, other districts

The Provincial Development Working Party meeting approved funds worth Rs 96 billion for Lahore and other districts, including Rs 72 billion for the establishment of model villages in Lahore and other cities. The funds were approved in the 19th meeting of the Provincial Development Working Party, chaired by Planning and Development board Chairman Dr. Naeem […]

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73 m. ago Minister calls for reviving foreign student enrolment to boost soft power

Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives/Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Friday chaired a meeting of the Central Development Working Party (CDWP) that approved 15 different development projects. Out of these, six projects worth Rs22.487 billion were approved at the CDWP level while nine amounting to Rs496.485 billion were recommended […]

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3 h. ago Sophie Turner causes celebrity couple to break off engagement

It was more than winter that was coming to this after-party. After all, Sophie Turner shared how a San Diego Comic Con celebration during the early seasons of Game of Thrones “went really south, really quick,” and ultimately led to a broken engagement. “We were gonna have a great night,” the actress said on the […]

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8 h. ago Turkish opposition mayor joins Erdogan’s party amid crackdown

ANKARA: A mayor from Turkey’s main opposition party joined President Tayyip Erdogan’s ruling AK Party amid a crackdown on the opposition in which 15 mayors have been detained. Ozlem Cercioglu, mayor of the western city of Aydin since 2009 and previously a lawmaker for the Republican People’s Party (CHP), quit the CHP, citing disagreements with […]

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30 h. ago Pakistan blocks over 500 social media accounts linked to banned militant groups

ISLAMABAD: The Government of Pakistan has taken decisive action by blocking over 500 social media accounts associated with banned militant organizations. This move follows a nationwide crackdown in which more than 850 accounts were reported across various platforms. The accounts in question are allegedly linked to proscribed groups, including Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), Baloch Liberation Army […]

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32 h. ago Here’s How Pakistani Celebs are Celebrating Independence Day 2025

KARACHI – From Arshad Nadeem Babar Azam and Ali Zafar to Shaheen Shah, Pakistani celebrities joined nation in celebrating Independence

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33 h. ago Princess Diana and Queen Camilla’s tense encounter at 1989 birthday party revealed

The drama within the royal family often captivated public attention, but one particular moment in 1989 stands out as a tense confrontation between Princess Diana and Queen Camilla that left an entire birthday party in stunned silence. According to royal author Tom Bower’s book Rebel King: The Making of a Monarch, this explosive encounter took […]

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38 h. ago Pakistan cracks down on terrorists’ social media accounts; over 850 reported, hundreds blocked  

ISLAMABAD – Pakistani authorities have launched a major crackdown on social media accounts linked to banned terrorist organizations, reporting more

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41 h. ago Pakistan marks 78th Independence day with nationwide celebrations

Pakistan celebrated its 78th Independence Day today with full national spirit and unity. The day started with a 21-gun salute in major cities. People offered special Fajr prayers for peace, progress, and stability. Streets, buildings, and markets were decorated with green and white flags. Citizens across the country joined celebrations, creating a festive atmosphere everywhere. […]

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42 h. ago Independence Day: Military leadership vows to safeguard Pakistan’s sovereignty, uphold Constitution

RAWALPINDI – Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General

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56 h. ago Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce drop major wedding location hint by mistake

On Tuesday morning, Taylor Swift created a frenzy online when she appeared on her boyfriend Travis Kelce’s podcast, New Heights. The Grammy-winning artist shared the announcement of her upcoming album, The Life of a Showgirl, which sent Swifties into overdrive. This marked Swift’s first-ever podcast appearance, joining Travis and his brother Jason Kelce in a […]

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56 h. ago Punjab Assembly applauds COAS for unmasking India’s terror links

The Punjab Assembly received a resolution on Tuesday to honour Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir for his recent US visit. The resolution, submitted by Shoaib Siddiqui of the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party, praised the visit as a success. It also commended his efforts to expose India’s alleged involvement in terrorism in Pakistan. The resolution highlighted […]

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58 h. ago Bilawal slams PM Shehbaz for slow progress on Karachi’s water

Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party, criticized Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for unequal development. He said Punjab enjoys Shehbaz’s fast action, but Karachi faces slow progress. Bilawal spoke at the New Hub Canal inauguration, highlighting Karachi’s long-standing water problems. He said it is unfair for Punjab to get “Shehbaz speed” while Karachi […]

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3 d. ago PHC halts appointments of new NA, Senate opposition leaders till 15th

PHC bench issues notices to ECP, other respondents while hearing Omar Ayub and Shibli Faraz’s pleas against de-notification PESHAWAR: The Peshawar High Court (PHC) on Tuesday issued a stay order, halting the appointments of new opposition leaders in the National Assembly and the Senate following the disqualification and removal of PTI’s Omar Ayub and Shibli […]

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3 d. 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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3 d. ago Speaker Ayaz Sadiq invites opposition for talks with government

Islamabad: National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq has formally invited opposition parties to engage in meaningful negotiations with the government to resolve ongoing political issues. The offer came during his remarks about opposition members’ rights, following comments made by former Speaker Asad Qaiser. The Speaker underlined the importance of respecting parliamentary traditions, the constitution, laws, and […]

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3 d. ago Get a Chance to Win the Upcoming TECNO SPARK 40 Pro+ by Joining the ‘Dil Ka Spark’ Independence Day Contest

This Independence Day, TECNO is inviting Pakistanis to share their spark — the passions, dreams, and inspirations that make them

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4 d. 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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4 d. ago Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi arrested for protesting against Indian Election Commission

NEW DELHI: Delhi Police on Monday detained senior opposition parliamentarians, including Congress’s Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut. They were arrested for launching protest drive against Election Commission’s ‘collusion’ with the ruling BJP, reported NDTV. Joint Commissioner of Police Deepak Purohit confirmed the detention but declined to give […]

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4 d. ago Bahria Town residents at risk of losing their properties amid crackdown against Malik Riaz?

ISLAMABAD – Pakistani real estate tycoon Malik Riaz is under intense scrutiny as authorities auctioned off his billion-rupee properties amid

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