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Police foil terrorist attack in Bannu, two militants killed

Security forces successfully foiled a terrorist attack on a police mobile van in Domel, Bannu, with two militants killed in the exchange of fire,...

Power Division calls report on Rs223bn circular debt rise misleading

The Power Division on Monday described reports of a Rs223 billion increase in the power sector’s circular debt during the first five months of...

Constitutional Court halts ECP proceedings against MNA Sohail Sultan

The Federal Constitutional Court on Monday restrained the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) from proceeding with the disqualification case against National Assembly member Sohail...

Supreme Court restores right to timely promotion for govt employees

The Supreme Court on Monday delivered a major ruling on the promotion of government employees, restoring the right of eligible officers to be promoted...

Mega Leather Show inaugurated in Lahore, over 200 exhibitors participate

Rana Ihsaan Afzal Khan, Coordinator to the Prime Minister for Commerce, inaugurated the Mega Leather Show at the Lahore Expo Center on Monday, highlighting...

Islamabad lawyers begin three-day court boycott over Mazari, Chatha verdict

Lawyers in Islamabad on Monday have launched a three-day boycott of courts to protest the sentencing of Iman Mazari and Hadi Ali Chatha. The Islamabad...

Interior Minister inaugurates real-time passport monitoring system ‘Shukra’

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Monday visited the Directorate General of Immigration and Passports, where he formally inaugurated a modern monitoring system, “Shukra,”...

NA committee angry over absence of housing minister, secretary

A meeting of the National Assembly Standing Committee on Housing and Works, chaired by Maulana Abdul Ghafoor Haideri, was postponed on Monday after the...

Effective customs measures boost legal imports: FBR official

Legal imports of petroleum products, textiles and tyres have increased due to effective customs enforcement, Member Customs Operations of the Federal Board of Revenue...

Egyptian President warns Gaza displacement could spark European crisis

Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi has warned that the displacement of over 2 million Palestinians from the Gaza Strip could trigger severe security, economic, and...

Air China launches first direct Beijing–Abu Dhabi route

A direct air route between Beijing and Abu Dhabi has officially launched, marking the first time a Chinese airline operates a nonstop connection between...

Beijing AI industry surpasses 64.6 billion U.S. dollars in 2025

Beijing continues to lead China in the number of registered artificial intelligence (AI) models, Mayor Yin Yong announced Sunday while presenting the government work...

WHO chief calls U.S. withdrawal “untrue,” warns global safety at risk

World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus called the reasons cited by the United States for its withdrawal from the global health body...

China prints first metal parts in space, a leap for orbital manufacturing

China has successfully conducted its first metal 3D printing experiment in space, marking a major advancement in the country’s in-orbit manufacturing capabilities. The experiment was...

Kumar Sanu wins interim legal order against ex-wife’s defamatory statements

Indian playback singer Kumar Sanu has won a significant legal victory in his defamation case against his former wife, Rita Bhattacharya, who had filed...

Tarnum Naz reveals heartbreak over children claiming her property

Renowned ghazal and classical singer Tarnum Naz has opened up about one of the most painful experiences of her life. In a recent appearance on...

Omar Alam marries Fiza Masroor in elegant Karachi ceremony

Popular Pakistani actor Omar Alam has begun a new chapter in his life by marrying Fiza Masroor. The simple and elegant wedding ceremony took place...

Seema Sajdeh speaks on divorce from Sohail Khan and life after separation

Several years after separating from Bollywood actor Sohail Khan, his former wife, Seema Sajdeh, has opened up about the reasons behind their divorce and...

Showbiz couple celebrates arrival of second child

Popular Pakistani showbiz couple Iqra Aziz and Yasir Hussain have welcomed their second child, a baby girl, the couple announced on social media. Yasir Hussain...

PCB says government will decide Pakistan’s T20 World Cup participation

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi said that the decision to send the national team to the T20 World Cup will ultimately be...

Islamabad Marathon concludes with international participation from 30 countries

The Islamabad Marathon concluded successfully, featuring strong participation from both domestic and international runners across five categories. The event included full marathon, half marathon, 10km,...

Rashid Latif urges Pakistan to back Bangladesh amid cricket dispute

Former Pakistan cricket captain Rashid Latif has urged Pakistan to strongly support Bangladesh in the ongoing cricket disputes, criticizing India’s actions as excessive. Speaking to...

PCB announces full squad for T20 World Cup 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup 2026, naming Salman Ali Agha as captain. The squad includes...

Babar Azam key for Pakistan in challenging conditions: Aqib Javed

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) selection committee member Aqib Javed has emphasized the importance of having Babar Azam in the team, particularly in challenging conditions....

Only 11% of Pakistani households get municipal waste collection: FAFN

A recent survey by the Federal Annual Finance and Planning Network (FAFN) has revealed that municipal authorities in Pakistan collect garbage from only 11...

Over half of Islamabad buildings lack fire safety systems

More than half of the buildings in the federal capital lack complete fire safety arrangements, raising serious concerns about public safety, according to findings...

Stamp paper fees hiked sharply across Punjab

The government has sharply increased stamp paper fees across multiple categories, triggering strong public reaction as citizens complain of a growing financial burden on...

Kuwait-backed Islamic digital bank to start operations in Pakistan

Pakistan’s financial sector has received a fresh boost as confidence among global partners continues to strengthen, supported by facilitation from the Special Investment Facilitation...

Economic stability impossible without expanding tax net: FBR chief

Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Chairman Rashid Langrial said that Pakistan’s economic stability is not possible without expanding the tax base, warning that continued...

Supreme Court declares second marriage without consent illegal

Pakistan’s Supreme Court has ruled that contracting a second marriage without the consent of the first wife and approval from the Arbitration Council is...

Divya Dutta opens up on why she remains single

Veteran Indian actress Divya Dutta has opened up about her decision to remain unmarried, citing her experiences and lessons learned over the years. In...

Actor KRK arrested in Mumbai over firing incident

Actor and film critic Kamaal R. Khan, popularly known as KRK, was arrested by Mumbai police in connection with a firing incident in the...

Saba Faisal shares advice for a happy and successful married life

Veteran Pakistani actress Saba Faisal has shared advice for maintaining a successful and happy married life, drawing attention on social media. In a video...

Shocking revelations emerge in Smriti Mandhana-Palash Muchhal wedding cancellation

New revelations have emerged regarding the cancellation of Indian women’s cricketer Smriti Mandhana’s wedding to music composer Palash Muchhal, drawing widespread attention on social...

French TV star Dylan Thiry performs Umrah with mother after embracing Islam

Renowned French TV star Dylan Thiry, along with his mother, has performed Umrah after embracing Islam, social media reports and posts indicate. A post...

Former Canadian Olympic snowboarder Ryan James Wedding arrested in Mexico

Former Canadian Olympic snowboarder Ryan James Wedding has been arrested in Mexico after years on the run. U.S. authorities confirmed that the 44-year-old faces...

ICC replaces Bangladesh with Scotland for T20 World Cup 2026

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that Scotland will replace Bangladesh in the 2026 T20 World Cup after the Bangladesh team refused to...

ICC U19 World Cup 2026: Super 6 groups, schedule, and points table announced

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the Super 6 groups, points table, and match schedule for the ICC U19 World Cup 2026, with...

Derbyshire Falcons sign Pakistan’s Sufiyan Muqeem for 2026 Vitality Blast

England’s Derbyshire Falcons have signed Pakistan’s young cricketer Sufiyan Muqeem for the 2026 Vitality Blast, the club announced on Tuesday. The Falcons also confirmed that...

Arsène Wenger sees immense football talent in Pakistan, hints at academy plans

FIFA’s Chief of Global Football Development and former Arsenal FC coach Arsène Wenger has highlighted the immense football talent in Pakistan and hinted at...

Over 1,100 rescued as relief operations continue in Kurram, Tirah

Relief operations are under way in Kurram district as heavy snowfall has disrupted normal life in the area, with the Pakistan Army and civil...

Govt launches Integrated Energy Plan to fix power sector issues

The government has initiated practical implementation of an Integrated Energy Plan to address long-standing issues in the energy sector, including circular debt, weak coordination...

Army, administration launch rescue operations amid severe winter

Normal life has been severely disrupted in Pakistan’s upper regions due to continuous snowfall and extreme cold, with roads blocked, power supply disrupted and...

Maritime sector posts record Rs100bn profit amid sweeping reforms: Federal Minister

Pakistan’s maritime sector achieved a record profit of Rs100 billion ($360 million) in 2025 following a year of comprehensive reforms aimed at boosting port...

Pakistan, Somalia abolish visa requirements for diplomatic passport holders

President Asif Ali Zardari met Somali Interior Minister Ali Yousuf, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening bilateral engagement and witnessing the signing of an agreement...

SBP governor warns cyber threats at rise amid global tensions,

State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jameel Ahmad has warned that cyber threats are on the rise amid shifting geopolitical conditions, with hackers becoming...

Beijing–Harbin high speed rail celebrates 5 years of full service

The Beijing–Harbin high speed railway marked the 5th anniversary of its full operation on January 22, celebrating half a decade since the entire 1,198...

China expresses condolences over Karachi mall fire

China expressed deep condolences to the victims of a shopping mall fire in Karachi, Pakistan, and extended sympathies to the bereaved families and the...

China condemns EU labeling some firms as “high-risk suppliers”

China strongly opposed the European Union’s recent decision to classify certain Chinese companies as “high-risk suppliers,” the Ministry of Commerce said Thursday. Spokesperson He Yongqian...

China’s financial hub hits new high in inbound tourism

Shanghai, one of China’s major economic hubs, welcomed a record 9.36 million inbound visitors in 2025, marking a nearly 40 percent year-on-year increase, local...

PCB names match officials for Pakistan-Australia T20I series

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the match officials for the upcoming T20I series between Pakistan and Australia. ICC International Panel match referee Ali...

Pakistan may boycott T20 World Cup if Bangladesh skips India

Pakistan may consider boycotting the T20 World Cup if Bangladesh refuses to play in India, sources say. Bangladesh’s Sports Adviser, Asif Nazrul, is scheduled to...

Babar Azam leaves Sydney Sixers for national duty

Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam’s stint in the Big Bash League (BBL) has come to an early end, with Sydney Sixers announcing he will...

Mohammad Asif clinches 50th National Snooker Championship

Three-time world champion Mohammad Asif has won the National Bank Golden Jubilee National Snooker Championship, claiming his fifth national title. The final of the 50th...

Maheen Anwari warns Fiza Ali about potential harm to her daughter

Pakistani clinical psychologist and social media influencer Maheen Anwari has criticised actress and host Fiza Ali over what she described as allegedly poor parenting...

WOW Pakistan 2026 to mark decade of Women of the World Festival

The British Council, in collaboration with the WOW Foundation, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Entrepreneurship and Community Development Institute (ECDI), is...

President Zardari approves confirmation of additional high court judges

President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari, has approved the confirmation and extension of tenure for additional judges of the Sindh, Lahore, and Peshawar High...

Islamabad launches Paper Mulberry removal to tackle pollen crisis: Minister

The Minister of State for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, Dr Mukhtar Ahmad Malik, briefed the Senate Standing Committee, chaired by Senator Sherry...

MQM demands Karachi be placed under federal control

The Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) has demanded that Karachi be placed under federal control, calling for the city to be administered directly by the...

The time is ripe for upgrading the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor

At the invitation of H.E. Wang Yi, Member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and...

Another strategic dialogue within five months: to deepen policy coordination in multiple areas amid changing international circumstances.

On January 4, 2026, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi held the Seventh Round of...

Climate shocks, regional tensions threaten Pakistan’s economy: World Bank

The World Bank has warned that rising regional conflicts, climate-related disasters and tighter global financial conditions pose serious risks to economic recovery in the...

Pakistan Service Global, China’s Golden Star sign Rs 1bn footwear deal

Pakistan and China have approved a joint venture agreement in the footwear manufacturing sector, aimed at strengthening industrial cooperation and technology transfer between the...

Punjab launches Pakistan’s first Green Policing Unit

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif inaugurated Pakistan’s first Green Policing Unit, introducing electric vehicles for police patrolling for the first time in the...

The “ironclad friendship” between the two countries has continued to deepen

"Over the past 75 years, Pakistan and China have upheld a tradition of mutual respect, trust, and cooperation, and that despite changing global circumstances,...

The first foreign minister to visit China in 2026 come from this country

From January 3 to 5, Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar visited China at the invitation of the Chinese government. Ding...

West Indies umpire Chris Taylor to officiate President Trophy matches in Pakistan

West Indies’ renowned umpire Chris Taylor is set to officiate in the four-day President Trophy Grade One matches starting Wednesday at the National Stadium. The...

COAS National Inter-Club Hockey Championship 2026 begins in Muzaffarabad

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) National Inter-Club Hockey Championship 2026 kicked off in Muzaffarabad with grandeur. The third edition of the championship will continue...

Hamza Majeed announces Sialkot team name and plans for PSL 11

The Pakistan Super League’s most expensive franchise has announced the full name of its team. During a press conference, Hamza Majeed, Chairman of the OZ...

PCB denies sending letter to ICC supporting Bangladesh T20 World Cup stance

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has denied knowledge of reports claiming it wrote a letter to the International Cricket Council (ICC) supporting Bangladesh’s stance...

PSL 11: local player categories announced ahead of auction

With the start of the new season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), the possible new categories for local players have been revealed ahead...

National Assembly passes Elections Act Amendment 2026

The National Assembly has passed a bill to further amend the Elections Act 2017, under which the Elections (Amendment) Act 2026 will come into...

Customs Peshawar seizes smuggled goods worth Rs. 170m

Customs Enforcement Peshawar has seized smuggled goods and offending vehicles worth Rs. 170 million in three successful anti-smuggling operations, dealing a major blow to...

Cristiano Ronaldo set to make Hollywood debut in Fast & Furious

Global football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly preparing to step into the world of cinema. According to international media, Ronaldo is nearing the milestone of...

Pakistan, China explore $1.3bn investment opportunities in agriculture

The Board of Investment (BOI) has termed the successful convening of the Pakistan–China Agriculture Investment Conference (PCAIC) in Islamabad a significant milestone in advancing...

Finance Minister announces plans for dollar, euro, sukuk, and panda bonds

Pakistan is preparing to return to the global bond market after a four-year hiatus. Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb told Bloomberg during the World...

Pakistan, Japan hold 8th government–business dialogue in Tokyo

The 8th Pakistan–Japan Government–Business Joint Dialogue and the Pakistan Business Forum were held in Tokyo, marking the first convening of the Joint Dialogue in...

Pakistan, China reaffirm commitment to expanding agricultural trade

Federal Minister for Commerce of Pakistan, Jam Kamal Khan, held a high-level meeting today with His Excellency Jiang Zaidong, Ambassador of the People’s Republic...

Pop Star Katy Perry, Ex-PM Justin Trudeau’s Davos entry goes viral

American pop star Katy Perry made headlines after attending the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, with her boyfriend, former Canadian Prime Minister Justin...

Javed Akhtar criticizes Bollywood’s reliance on past hits

Veteran Bollywood lyricist Javed Akhtar has strongly criticized the makers of the upcoming Pakistan-themed film “Border 2” for relying on old songs instead of...

Zainab Qayyum highlights widening class divide after Gul Plaza tragedy

Pakistani actress and host Zainab Qayyum, popularly known as ZQ, has voiced concern over the growing class divide in the country. Posting on Instagram following...

Actress Hina Rizvi talks about men’s behavior and betrayal signs

Pakistani actress Hina Rizvi, sister of acclaimed filmmaker Sangita, has spoken about the behaviors in men that could signal potential unfaithfulness. Hina Rizvi shared her...

Shah Rukh Khan snatches fans’ phones during Riyadh Awards Ceremony

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan grabbed the phone of a fan attempting to take a selfie with him on stage, in a video that...

Akshay Kumar, Twinkle Khanna escape traffic accident in Mumbai

Bollywood stars Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna narrowly escaped injury in a serious traffic accident in Mumbai late last night. The incident occurred while the...

Emma Watson nominated for British Diversity Awards 2026

Hollywood actress Emma Watson has been nominated for the 2026 British Diversity Awards, according to international media reports. Watson, who rose to fame with the...

Fans hail Faisal Rehman’s youthful transformation

Senior Pakistani actor and digital creator Faisal Rehman is making headlines for his new look, following a dramatic change in hairstyle. Faisal, who began his...

Pakistan women’s football team placed in Ivory Coast group

The Pakistan women’s football team has been placed in the Ivory Coast group for the upcoming FIFA Women’s Series 2026, the Pakistan Football Federation...

Shahid Khokhar appointed COO of Pakistan Football Federation

Shahid Khokhar has been appointed as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF), official sources said on Tuesday. According to official...

Fans to see two Pakistan-India clashes in one day on Feb 15

Cricket fans will witness two high-profile Pakistan-India clashes on the same day, as both men’s and women’s teams face off in international tournaments. On February...

Novak Djokovic records 100th h win at Australian Open

World No. 4 Novak Djokovic made history at the Australian Open by securing his 100th match victory in the tournament. Djokovic defeated Spain’s Pedro Martinez...

Pakistan likely to go without Haris Rauf at T20 World Cup

Fast bowler Haris Rauf will not be included in Pakistan’s 15-member squad for the ICC T20 World Cup, sources said on Tuesday. According to sources,...

OGDCL discovers new oil, gas reserves in KP

Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has announced the discovery of new oil and gas reserves in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the company said on...

No case without biometrics in Punjab courts: LHC

Punjab’s judicial system has begun implementing a new mechanism to curb the filing of fake and bogus cases, following the approval of a plan...

Punjab to setup ‘Suthra Punjab Authority’ for sanitation system

The Punjab government has decided to establish the Suthra Punjab Authority under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, aimed at improving sanitation and...

Pakistan, IsDB sign $603 million financing deals

Pakistan and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) signed three financing agreements worth $603 million (Rs168.49 billion) in Islamabad to support key infrastructure, social protection,...

Chinese embassy expresses condolences over tragic fire incident in Gul Plaza

ISLAMABAD: The Chinese embassy in Pakistan has expressed deep sadness over the tragic loss caused by the devastating fire incident in Karachi's Gul Plaza. In...

China seen as top contributor to global growth in 2026: WEF President

China is expected to make the largest contribution to global economic growth in 2026, driven by resilient expansion and rising investment in innovation, the...

Europe delivers unified rebuke to U.S. tariff threats over Greenland

The transatlantic dispute over Greenland escalated as European nations issued a rare, coordinated response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs, signaling strong support...

China’s industrial output up 5.9% in 2025, high-tech leads growth

China’s value-added industrial output rose 5.9 percent year on year in 2025, driven by strong performance in high-tech and equipment manufacturing sectors, official data...

Shenzhou 20 return capsule lands safely in China

China’s Shenzhou 20 return capsule has successfully landed back on Earth, concluding the uncrewed phase of the mission more than nine months after its...

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