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Chinese envoy calls on PM Shehbaz, both sides reaffirm commitment to CPEC 2.0

Ambassador of China to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong on Thursday called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, with both sides reaffirming their commitment to further strengthening...

China opens major scientific facilities to global researchers

China has announced that it will open access to ten of its major scientific research facilities to international researchers this year, in a move...

China vows continued diplomatic push for Middle East ceasefire

China has reaffirmed its intention to play what it describes as a constructive diplomatic role in efforts to end hostilities in the Middle East,...

China urges urgent steps for two-state solution at UN Security Council

China has called on the international community to take “irreversible steps” toward advancing the two-state solution to the Palestinian issue, warning that the foundation...

Airstrike on Iraqi military clinic kills seven soldiers in Anbar

Iraq’s Ministry of Defense said a military medical facility in western Anbar province came under an airstrike on Wednesday morning, resulting in the deaths...

Iran rejects U.S. negotiations, calls Washington claims “strategic defeat”

Iran has firmly rejected any possibility of negotiations with the United States, countering recent claims from Washington that discussions were underway between the two...

China achieves breakthrough in thin-film solar cell efficiency

A Chinese research team has achieved a major breakthrough in thin-film photovoltaic technology, raising the certified efficiency of a new solar cell to 16.6...

PM Shehbaz, Saudi Crown Prince discuss regional tensions in call

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation with His Royal Highness Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman early...

Govt to facilitate 15,000 Pakistanis under Spain regularisation scheme

The federal government has decided to facilitate Pakistani nationals under Spain’s regularisation scheme for undocumented migrants, under which approximately 15,000 Pakistanis are expected to...

Power Division hails NGC indigenization policy success

Federal Minister for Power Division Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari has hailed the National Grid Company’s (NGC) indigenization policy as a transformative success, citing...

Audit gaps revealed in majority of state-owned enterprises

A significant gap has been revealed in the financial oversight of state-owned enterprises, with 64 per cent of such institutions in Pakistan failing to...

South Africa clinches T20I series with win over New Zealand

South Africa defeated New Zealand in the fifth and final T20 International to clinch the five-match series 3-2 at Hagley Oval on Wednesday. After winning...

Mohamed Salah to leave Liverpool at end of season

Egyptian football star Mohamed Salah has announced that he will leave Liverpool FC at the end of the ongoing season, bringing an end to...

Saad Masood vows strong show as Rawalpindies eye title

Rawalpindies all-rounder Saad Masood has expressed confidence in his team’s ability to deliver a strong performance in their debut season of the Pakistan Super...

Courtney Walsh arrives in Pakistan for PSL coaching role

Former West Indies fast bowling great Courtney Walsh has arrived in Pakistan to take up his responsibilities in the 11th edition of the Pakistan...

Karachi kings upbeat as warner takes charge

Karachi Kings pacer Mir Hamza has termed the appointment of David Warner as captain a positive development for the team ahead of the upcoming...

Fahad Mustafa rejects skin tone bias in showbiz success

Pakistani actor and television host Fahad Mustafa has said that talent and hard work have become more important than physical appearance in today’s entertainment...

Reema fears marriage for fame in social media era

Veteran Pakistani film actress Reema Khan has expressed concern that some individuals today may consider marriage merely as a means to gain fame. Speaking during...

Bushra Ansari recalls quiet first Eid at in-laws’ home

Veteran Pakistani actress Bushra Ansari has shared her experience of spending her first Eid at her in-laws’ home, describing it as markedly different from...

Kumbh Mela viral girl Monalisa Bhonsle accuses filmmaker of harassment

Monalisa Bhonsle, who rose to fame during the Kumbh Mela, has accused Indian filmmaker Sanoj Mishra of sexual harassment and misconduct, bringing fresh controversy...

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan honoured at UK Parliament

Internationally acclaimed singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and his son Shah Zaman Khan were honoured with special awards at the UK Parliament, describing the...

Maritime ministry pushes port facilitation to attract transshipment cargo

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry on Wednesday said the government is taking steps to provide maximum facilitation at ports in...

Power Division considers new optional tariff for industries

Under a special initiative by Federal Minister for Power Division Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari, the Power Division is considering the introduction of a...

Govt plans digital fuel rationing system for petrol allocation

The federal government has decided to introduce a quota-based system for the allocation of petroleum products as part of a new digital rationing mechanism. According...

Petrol pump owners warn nationwide shutdown over unresolved issues

The All Pakistan Petrol Pump Owners Association (APPPOA) has warned of shutting down thousands of petrol pumps across the country if its concerns are...

Federal Constitutional Court rules on public sector recruitment case

The Federal Constitutional Court has issued a significant judgment in a case related to the recruitment of government employees, emphasizing that public appointments must...

China invites U.S. firms to expand presence amid trade dialogue

China has expressed openness to continued American corporate participation in its market, as officials from both countries discussed trade and economic relations in Beijing. Commerce...

Asia emerging as global leader in clean energy transition: Boao Forum report

Asia is rapidly transforming from a major consumer of traditional energy into a central driver of the global clean energy transition, according to a...

China urges ceasefire and dialogue amid escalating regional tensions

China has called for an immediate ceasefire and renewed diplomatic engagement following rising tensions in the Middle East and reports that the United States...

China reaffirms One-China principle on Taiwan’s WTO participation

China has reiterated that the One-China principle remains the political basis for the participation of Taiwan’s region in the World Trade Organization (WTO), according...

China’s LAMOST telescope releases record 30.8 million spectra dataset

China’s Large Sky Area Multi-Object Fiber Spectroscopic Telescope (LAMOST) has released its latest and largest dataset, further strengthening its position as the world’s leading...

OGDCL starts oil production from Pasakhi-13 well in Sindh

The Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has commenced oil production from the Pasakhi-13 well located in Sindh’s Hyderabad district, marking a significant...

OGRA launches digital training session to strengthen oil supply chain

The Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), in collaboration with the Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB), conducted a comprehensive training session on its digital...

Sugarcane expansion hits cotton output in Rahim Yar Khan: report

The rapid expansion of sugarcane cultivation in Punjab’s Rahim Yar Khan district has significantly affected cotton production and quality, according to industry data and...

Pakistan ranked world’s most smog-affected country in 2025: report

A new global air quality study has ranked Pakistan as the most smog-affected country in the world in 2025, with levels of fine particulate...

PM Shehbaz chairs security, energy review amid regional developments

A high-level meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is currently underway to review the evolving situation in the Middle East, the energy crisis...

Govt integrates national threat intelligence system for cyber defence

The government has established a national-level integrated threat intelligence and information-sharing system aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s cyber defence architecture, official sources said on Tuesday. According...

Shaan Shahid’s ‘Bullah’ crosses Rs23 million in two days

Renowned Pakistani actor Shaan Shahid has made a strong comeback to the big screen as his latest film Bullah recorded impressive box office success,...

OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky passes away at 43

Leonid Radvinsky, owner of the globally known digital platform OnlyFans, has passed away at the age of 43 after a prolonged battle with cancer,...

Rumours swirl over Badshah, Isha Rikhi’s ‘secret wedding’

Social media has been flooded with speculation about a possible secret wedding between Indian rapper and singer Badshah and actress Isha Rikhi, though no...

Ben Stokes calls Ashes defeat toughest phase of captaincy

England Test captain Ben Stokes has described the period following his team’s 1-4 defeat in the The Ashes against Australia as the most challenging...

Naqvi hosts reception for PSL 11 players in Lahore

Chairman Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Mohsin Naqvi hosted a special reception in honour of local and international cricketers assembled for the Pakistan Super League...

74-year-old Karachi man completes Guinness hat-trick

A 74-year-old Pakistani, Naseemuddin, has completed a remarkable hat-trick of world records after the Guinness World Records officially approved his latest feat. A resident of...

Punjab prepares fuel rationing, energy-saving measures amid crisis

In response to the ongoing energy crisis exacerbated by tensions in the Gulf region, the Punjab government has reportedly finalized a set of recommendations...

14 Australian players to feature in PSL 11

A total of 14 Australian cricketers will feature in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11, representing different franchises in what promises to be...

Atif Aslam, Aima Baig lead star-studded PSL 11 anthem

The official anthem of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11 has been released, setting the tone for the much-anticipated tournament scheduled to begin...

China, US agree to enhance trade consultation mechanism

China and the United States have agreed to continue utilizing their economic and trade consultation mechanism to strengthen dialogue and communication, the Ministry of...

China urges Syrian-led political solution at UN Security Council

China has reaffirmed its support for a Syrian-led and Syrian-owned political process to resolve the ongoing conflict in Syria, urging all parties to engage...

China welcomes Pakistan-Afghanistan ceasefire agreement

China has welcomed the temporary ceasefire agreement reached between Pakistan and Afghanistan, expressing hope for sustained peace and stability in the region. According to the...

Chinese scientists develop breakthrough mitochondrial capsule therapy

Chinese researchers have reported a major breakthrough in regenerative medicine with the development of a novel mitochondrial capsule transplantation therapy that enables the efficient...

Beijing says attacks on civilians and leaders are unacceptable

China has stated that the killing of Iranian leaders and attacks on civilian targets are “by no means acceptable,” reaffirming its opposition to the...

Ishaq Dar meets multiple foreign ministers in Riyadh

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held a series of meetings with foreign ministers of Azerbaijan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Egypt on...

Zardari approves key legislative bills, civil awards and remission

President Asif Ali Zardari has approved a set of legislative measures, along with an appointment, conferment of civil awards and a special remission in...

Bangladesh players granted partial NOCs for PSL 11

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has granted partial no-objection certificates (NOCs) to its players for participation in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11, allowing...

PCB unveils star-studded lineup for PSL 11 anthem

The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced the singers for the official anthem of Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11, finalising a star-studded lineup ahead...

Aamir Sohail urges Babar Azam to improve batting technique

Former Pakistan captain Aamir Sohail has advised star batter Babar Azam to work on his batting technique, stressing that improvement is essential for a...

Fakhar Zaman cites fitness concerns for missing Bangladesh ODIs

Pakistan opener Fakhar Zaman has clarified that fitness concerns were the primary reason behind his absence from the recent ODI series against Bangladesh. The left-handed...

Late Hollywood star’s role completed using generative AI

Late Hollywood actor Val Kilmer is set to appear in a new film nearly a year after his death, with filmmakers using advanced artificial...

Mystery surrounds sudden death of Turkish fashion influencer

The sudden and mysterious death of Turkish fashion influencer Aysenur Gul Eraslan has sent shockwaves across social media, with authorities launching an investigation to...

Kashif Khan shares tips to cut wedding expenses

Pakistani comedian Kashif Khan has shared practical advice on reducing wedding expenses, particularly for daughters’ marriages, urging families to balance traditions with financial responsibility. Speaking...

Pakistan offers incentives to attract transshipment vessels at Karachi Port

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has unveiled a package of fiscal incentives aimed at attracting foreign-flagged transshipment vessels to Karachi...

Pakistan, China strengthen AI partnerships in health, agriculture, minerals

Pakistan and China have agreed to strengthen AI-based partnerships in the fields of health, agriculture, and minerals, marking a significant step in bilateral technological...

CPPA requests Rs 1.64 per unit electricity hike

The Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has submitted a request to increase electricity tariffs. According to the application, the CPPA has proposed a hike of...

PM Shehbaz Sharif holds Eid conversation with Kuwait Crown Prince

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation with His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al Khaled Al Hamad Al Mubarak Al Sabah, Crown Prince...

ADB unveils five-year economic strategy for Pakistan

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has unveiled a new five-year country strategy for Pakistan, spanning 2026 to 2030, offering a significant boost to the...

Pakistan strengthens maritime infrastructure with KGTL project

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry said that dredging of the Karachi Port Trust main channel by KGTL, which began on...

The Kerala Story 2 sparks fresh controversy in India

Controversy has resurfaced in India over the release of the film The Kerala Story 2, a sequel to the previously criticized The Kerala Story,...

AI-powered Sidhu Moose Wala tour announced three years after death

Three years after the tragic death of iconic Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala, his team has announced an AI-powered global tour, offering fans a...

IHC adjourns travel ban petitions of Rajab Butt, Nadeem Naniwala

No progress was made in the Islamabad High Court regarding the petitions of TikToker and YouTuber Rajab Butt and Nadeem Naniwala seeking removal of...

Eid 2026 promises cinematic and TV treats for Pakistani audiences

Pakistani audiences are in for a cinematic and television feast this Eid-ul-Fitr 2026, with a lineup of highly anticipated films set to release in...

Salman Ali Agha enters ICC ODI top ten

Pakistan’s cricket stars have seen notable movements in the latest ICC One-Day International Rankings, with Salman Ali Agha breaking into the top ten after...

Abbottabad to face Karachi Whites in final

A dramatic situation unfolded in the second semi-final of the National T20 Cup as persistent rain forced the match to be abandoned, sending Abbottabad...

Sikandar Raza joins Lahore Qalandars for PSL 11

Zimbabwe-born Pakistan-origin all-rounder Sikandar Raza has joined Lahore Qalandars ahead of the upcoming season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL). According to details, Sikandar Raza...

Athletes express patriotic spirit on Pakistan Day

Renowned athletes across the country have expressed their deep love and commitment to the nation in connection with Pakistan Day, reaffirming their resolve for...

Babar Azam omission mystery finally clarified

Confusion surrounding the omission of Babar Azam from the national squad has finally been clarified, as conflicting statements from officials exposed underlying fitness concerns...

Morocco declared AFCON 2025 champions after CAF ruling

In a major development, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has overturned the result of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, declaring Morocco...

China, U.S. discuss bilateral mechanism to boost trade and investment

China and the United States have discussed the establishment of a bilateral working mechanism to strengthen cooperation in trade and investment, China’s International Trade...

Paris hosts China-U.S. trade dialogue, spokesperson outlines key points

China’s International Trade Representative held a press briefing in Paris on Monday following economic and trade discussions with a U.S. delegation, according to Chines...

China urges halt to military actions to protect global economy

China has urged all parties to immediately halt military operations and avoid further escalation of tensions, warning that regional instability could have a severe...

China and U.S. in talks over Trump’s potential China visit

China and the United States are in active communication regarding a possible visit by former U.S. President Donald Trump to China, according to a...

Petroleum Secretary warns of supply disruptions amid Middle East tensions

Pakistan is likely to face an LNG shortage after April 14, which could prevent the power sector from meeting its gas requirements, the Petroleum...

PM assigns IB to monitor austerity campaign across government

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has tasked the Intelligence Bureau (IB) with overseeing the implementation of the government’s austerity campaign across federal ministries, divisions, and...

Supreme Court rules Rescue 1122 employees are not civil servants

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ruled that employees of Rescue 1122 are not civil servants and do not fall under the definition of...

Child abuse cases rise 8% in Pakistan: report reveals

Cases of child abduction and sexual abuse in Pakistan increased by 8% in 2025, according to a report by the non-governmental organization Saahil. The report...

KP assembly committee reviews Radio Pakistan Peshawar attack case

A special committee of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly convened to discuss developments in the Radio Pakistan Peshawar attack case, revealing key progress in the...

NAB moves top court against Lahore High Court Chaudhry Sugar Mills verdict

The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has challenged the Lahore High Court’s February 4, 2026, ruling in the Chaudhry Sugar Mills case before the Federal...

Global tensions highlight need to expand Thar coal use: experts say

Rising global tensions, particularly between the United States and Iran, have once again underscored Pakistan’s heavy reliance on imported fuel, prompting calls to accelerate...

PM says Pakistan ready to face any global challenges

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has affirmed that the government of Pakistan is prepared to handle any situation arising from ongoing global tensions. Chairing a review...

Akshay Kumar joins ‘Golmaal 5’ as Rohit Shetty announces new sequel

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has confirmed his participation in the latest installment of the popular comedy franchise Golmaal, as director Rohit Shetty announced the...

Nawazuddin Siddiqui criticises storytelling trends in Hindi cinema

Indian actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui has stirred fresh debate in the Hindi film industry after making blunt remarks about the nature of storytelling in modern...

Javeria Saud hits back at propaganda against Ramzan show

Pakistani actress and television host Javeria Saud has responded strongly to criticism and alleged propaganda against the Ramzan transmission Pyara Ramzan, saying she is...

Rabia Anum calls Ayeza Khan ‘Pakistan’s Shah Rukh Khan’

Pakistani television host Rabia Anum has described actress Ayeza Khan as “Pakistan’s Shah Rukh Khan”, a remark that has sparked discussion among social media...

Iran women’s football captain Zahra Ghanbari decides to return home

Captain of the Iran women's national football team, Zahra Ghanbari, has decided to return to her country after withdrawing her request for asylum in...

Two teams secure semi-final spots in National T20 Cup

Karachi Whites and Lahore Whites have secured places in the semi-finals of the National T20 Cup after earning six and five points respectively in...

Shahid Afridi calls for overhaul of selection committee

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has strongly criticized the team’s selection committee following Pakistan national cricket team’s defeat in the ODI series against the...

ICC announces February Player of the Month nominees

The International Cricket Council has announced the nominees for the February Player of the Month award, with Pakistan’s Sahibzada Farhan among the shortlisted players. Farhan...

Stage actress’s husband held in Rs25 crore visa and job scam

Islamabad–Lahore police and Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) teams have arrested the central suspect of a large-scale fraud network that cheated thousands of people by...

PSL trade window opens as teams begin player swaps

Teams have begun making player changes after the opening of the trade window for the upcoming season of the Pakistan Super League. According to details,...

PSL 11 tickets to go on sale from tomorrow

Tickets for the upcoming season of the Pakistan Super League will go on sale from tomorrow, according to sources familiar with the arrangements. Fans will...

Bangladesh spin coach backs Salman Ali Agha run-out

Bangladesh spin bowling coach Mushtaq Ahmed has defended the controversial run-out of Pakistani batter Salman Ali Agha, describing the dismissal as correct and saying...

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