72 m. ago UK Pound to Pakistani rupee rate increases today – 17 June 2025

KARACHI – The buying rate of the British Pound against Pakistani rupee on Tuesday increased by 92 paisas as it

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2 h. ago Canadian Dollar weakens against Pakistani Rupee today – 17 June 2025

LAHORE – The buying rate of Canadian dollar dropped by 50 pasias to settle at Rs205.5 in open market of

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12 h. ago Operation rising lion: Israel’s strike on Tehran ignites a dangerous new Middle East War

At the heart of the complex and explosive politics of the Middle East lies the enduring enmity between Iran and Israel. On the dawn of June 13, 2025, Israel escalated this tension to an unprecedented height by launching extensive airstrikes on Iran’s capital Tehran and other crucial sites. This attack, dubbed “Operation Rising Lion,” targeted […]

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12 h. ago PM Shehbaz unveils Maritime Vision at PIMEC 2025; calls Blue Economy ‘Game

— PM says Pakistan Navy is formidable force through all conflicts and remains a strong pillar of our national security — Says even tapping a fraction of this economy could be a real game-changer — PM stresses transformation of Pakistan’s maritime sector into a driver of inclusive, sustainable economic growth ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz […]

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12 h. ago PM reaffirms solidarity with Iran; condemnation of Israeli aggression

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif Monday reiterated Pakistan’s condemnation of the recent Israeli aggression against Iran and expressed the nation’s sympathies with it over the martyrdom of innocent civilians. The prime minister met Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam on the occasion of Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference. Discussing the current regional […]

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12 h. ago Pakistan keen to benefit from UAE’s experiences in modern management system: PM

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday said the United Arab Emirates (USE) has positioned its country among the developed countries with its modern management system, and Pakistan was keen to benefit from its experiences. The prime minister made these remarks in a meeting with UAE’s Deputy Minister of Cabinet Affairs for Competitiveness and Knowledge […]

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13 h. ago China ‘deeply concerned’ about Israel’s attack on Iran : says Chinese FM

BEIJING: Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun responded to several questions related to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran on Monday press conference, emphasizing that Chinese side will continue to communicate with relevant parties, to avoid further turmoil in the regional situation. A media inquiry was regarding that China’s Foreign Minister held phone talks […]

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13 h. ago CTD submits final challan in Karachi airport suicide attack case

KARACHI: The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) has submitted the final challan in the Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) regarding the Karachi airport suicide attack case. The attack, which occurred on October 6 last year, resulted in the deaths of two Chinese nationals and injuries to several others, including a local citizen, according to the Chinese Embassy in Pakistan. […]

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13 h. ago Fawad Chaudhry slams govt for financial mismanagement, biased trials

ISLAMABAD: Former federal minister Fawad Chaudhry on Monday criticised Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the Punjab government over the alleged misuse of public funds and what he described as unchecked and unaccountable governance. Speaking to the media outside the Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC), Fawad questioned the Prime Minister’s credibility, stating that he lacked the authority to […]

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13 h. ago Asad Umar criticizes budget, urges all parties to unite for a way forward

ISLAMABAD: Former federal finance minister Asad Umar expressed deep concerns over the current political and economic situation in Pakistan, urging all political parties to unite and find a way forward to resolve the ongoing political crisis. Speaking to the media on Monday, Umar emphasized that the country is caught in a dangerous political quagmire, and […]

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13 h. ago US envoy says Tel Aviv embassy building damaged by Iran strike

TEL AVIV: The US ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee on Monday said an embassy building in Tel Aviv sustained minor damage from a nearby Iranian missile strike, reporting no injuries to US personnel. Iran unleashed a barrage of missiles on Israeli cities early Monday, after Israel struck military targets deep inside Iran, with both sides […]

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13 h. ago Five militants linked to TTP killed in KP operations, weapons seized

RAWALPINDI: Security forces have killed five suspected terrorists affiliated with the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in two separate intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). The operations, conducted on June 15 and 16, targeted militants allegedly backed by Indian interests, according to a statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The first operation took place in […]

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13 h. ago PTI seeks PPP support for budget walkout in parliamentary meeting

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has formally reached out to the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) for support in boycotting the upcoming federal budget vote. The two parties held a key meeting at Parliament House on Monday, where PTI leader and former National Assembly Speaker Asad Qaiser met with PPP’s Raja Pervaiz Ashraf, also a former speaker, […]

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13 h. ago Khawaja Asif urges global action against Israel’s nuclear threat

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has warned the international community about the threat posed by Israel’s nuclear capabilities, emphasizing that the country remains outside global nuclear frameworks and poses a serious risk to regional and global peace. In a strongly worded statement, Asif urged the world to be “wary and apprehensive” of Israel’s […]

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15 h. ago Hailey Bieber Throws Shade at Justin on His First Father’s Day

Hailey Bieber subtly shaded her husband, Justin Bieber, on his first Father’s Day in a comment that called back to his controversial Mother’s Day post. While many would expect a heartfelt tribute, Hailey, 28, chose not to share a social media post for Justin. Instead, she reacted to a black-and-white photo Justin, 31, posted, in […]

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16 h. ago Eric Dane Shares Heartbreaking Update on His ‘Out Of Control’ ALS Diagnosis

Eric Dane, the actor known for his roles in Grey’s Anatomy and Euphoria, has provided a deeply emotional update on his battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). In his first interview since his diagnosis, Dane spoke candidly about the physical toll the aggressive neurological disorder has taken on his body. “I have one functioning arm. […]

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17 h. ago Solidarity camp in Karachi backs international convoy to Gaza

KARACHI: A solidarity camp was held outside the Karachi Press Club to express support for the Global March to Gaza, drawing political, religious, and civil society leaders, alongside students and human rights activists. The event was jointly organized by Palestine Foundation Pakistan, Federal Urdu University, and think tank KAP. It voiced backing for the international […]

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17 h. ago Ali Zafar slams budget 2025, warns it could paralyze Pakistan’s industry

ISLAMABAD – PTI Senator Ali Zafar has sharply criticized the federal government’s proposed budget, warning that it could seriously damage Pakistan’s already struggling industrial sector. He accused the authorities of burdening the economy with excessive taxes and flawed fiscal policies. Speaking during a Senate session on Monday, Zafar questioned the government’s claim that new taxes […]

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17 h. ago Royal Fans Express Sympathy for Prince Louis After Being Told Off by Kate Middleton and Prince George

Prince Louis appeared to be in high spirits during Trooping the Colour on June 14, 2025, laughing and enjoying the festivities with his brother, Prince George, and mother, Kate Middleton. However, moments later, royal fans expressed their sympathy for the young royal after noticing him being scolded by both Kate and George during the Royal […]

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18 h. ago Rumer Willis Shares Heartfelt Father’s Day Tribute Amid Bruce Willis’ Failing Health

Rumer Willis opened up about the emotional toll of her father Bruce Willis’ ongoing battle with frontotemporal dementia in a heartfelt Father’s Day message. The actress shared her personal heartache as she reflected on her father’s struggles with memory loss and communication, revealing how difficult it is for her to connect with the once-vibrant actor. […]

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