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PCB decides to continue with current captains and coaches

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided not to make any major changes to the team management or leadership structure following the team’s disappointing...

Pakistan considers weekly fuel price adjustments

In view of rising global geopolitical tensions, the government is considering changes to the mechanism for determining prices of petroleum products, official sources said. According...

Pakistan embassy in Saudi Arabia issues emergency advisory for citizens

The Pakistani embassy in Saudi Arabia has issued an advisory urging Pakistani citizens residing or visiting the Kingdom to immediately contact the embassy or...

FBR launches electronic cargo monitoring system

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced a modern electronic cargo monitoring system aimed at improving transparency in trade and preventing tax evasion. The...

ECP summons Interior Minister over delay in Islamabad LG polls

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has summoned Mohsin Naqvi, the federal interior minister, in his personal capacity in connection with delays in holding...

Punjab approves Rehmat Card for widows and orphans

The Government of Punjab has decided to introduce the Rehmat Card for widows and orphaned children for the first time in Punjab. The decision was...

Pakistan Embassy in UAE suspends in-person consular services

The Embassy of Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates has announced the temporary suspension of all in-person consular services until further notice, citing the...

Pakistan showcases strong national presence at ITB Berlin 2026

Pakistan has once again demonstrated a strong and unified national presence at the world’s largest travel trade exhibition, ITB Berlin 2026, which commenced on...

Saudi Arabia assures alternative oil supply route for Pakistan

Saudi Arabia has assured Pakistan of continued oil supplies through an alternative route amid regional tensions, following high-level talks between officials of the two...

Petroleum shortage fears emerge as pump owners write to PM

Fears of a potential shortage of petroleum products have surfaced in the country, prompting the All Pakistan Petrol Pump Owners Association to write a...

PM briefs parliamentary leaders on regional tensions, diplomatic efforts

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired an important in-camera meeting of parliamentary leaders and representatives of political parties to discuss the evolving regional situation and...

Punjab decides to procure bulletproof vehicles for CTD

In the wake of recent militant attacks on border check posts, the Punjab government has decided to procure bulletproof vehicles for the Counter Terrorism...

Punjab Revenue Authority records historic 75pc growth in February

In a landmark achievement, the Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) has recorded a 75 per cent growth rate in tax collection for the month of...

US orders departure of non-emergency diplomatic staff from Pakistan

The United States Embassy in Pakistan has directed the departure of its non-emergency diplomatic personnel from Pakistan in view of security concerns linked to...

Senate panel approves FBR amendment bill 2026 after debate

The Senate Standing Committee on Finance approved the proposed amendments to the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Act 2026 after a detailed discussion marked...

PbIT signs MoU with Canadian firm for geospatial mineral mapping

In a significant step towards modernizing its mineral exploration framework, the Punjab Board of Investment and Trade (PBIT) has signed a memorandum of understanding...

Over 70 Pakistanis return home safely amid regional tensions

Chief Minister Balochistan Mir Sarfraz Bugti has announced that the repatriation of Pakistani nationals residing in Iran has formally begun, as authorities step up...

Pak forces destroys ammunition depots in Khost, Jalalabad

Operation Ghazab-ul-Haq is continuing with full intensity as Pakistani security forces targeted and destroyed key militant infrastructure across the border, security sources said on...

Multiple US military aircraft crash in Kuwait

The Ministry of Defense Kuwait has confirmed that multiple US military aircraft crashed in the country on Monday morning, triggering investigations in coordination with...

Commercial flights to face route restrictions till March 31

The Pakistan Airports Authority has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM), announcing temporary closure of certain air routes within the Karachi Flight Information Region...

China warns against rise of Japanese neo-militarism

The international community should firmly reject reckless moves associated with Japanese neo-militarism, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Wednesday. Mao made the remarks...

China urges US to honor nuclear test moratorium

A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson on Wednesday urged the United States to honor its commitment to suspending nuclear tests and to stop seeking pretexts...

China, Germany pledge deeper economic cooperation

As this year marks the beginning of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan period, China–Germany economic and trade cooperation will embrace increased opportunities over the next...

China’s LandSpace plans second recovery test of Zhuque-3 rocket in 2026

Chinese commercial aerospace company LandSpace has announced plans to conduct another recovery test for its reusable Zhuque-3 rocket in the second quarter of this...

Pakistan shifts from subsidies to strategy at governance forum

Federal Minister for the Board of Investment, Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh, addressed the Pakistan Governance Forum organized by the Ministry of Planning, Development and Special...

NAB recovers Rs9.67 billion railway land in Karachi

The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Karachi has recovered 43.11 acres of prime land belonging to Pakistan Railways, marking a significant development in its efforts...

President Zardari congratulates Kuwait on National Day

President Asif Ali Zardari has conveyed his heartfelt felicitations to His Highness Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Amir of the State of Kuwait, and...

Pakistan, World Bank review CPF cooperation and sectoral priorities

The Country Director of the World Bank for Pakistan, Ms. Bolormaa Amgaabazar, called on the Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb,...

Users question authenticity of Fiza Ali’s show

A purported audio clip from a Ramadan transmission hosted by television presenter and actress Fiza Ali has gone viral on social media, prompting users...

Zara Noor Abbas breaks down during live show, leaves show midway

A clip from a recent television programme hosted by comedian and presenter Tabish Hashmi has gone viral on social media after actress Zara Noor...

Viral wedding sparks debate on morality and public content

A 60-year-old local man has found himself at the center of an intense social media debate after videos of his marriage to a young...

Pakistan to face India in Women’s T20 World Cup on June 14

The International Cricket Council has announced the full schedule of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, set to be staged in England and Wales...

Pakistan’s semi-final hopes hang by a thread after England defeat

Pakistan’s chances of reaching the semi-finals of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup are all but over though mathematically still alive following their defeat...

PSL brand partnership rights hit record high for 2026–2029 cycle

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has entered a new commercial era after its brand partnership rights reached a historic high, marking a major financial...

ECB rejects claims of ignoring Pakistani players in The Hundred draft

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has categorically denied reports suggesting that Pakistani cricketers could be sidelined in the upcoming draft of The...

Nawaz claims record 100th T20I wicket, Shadab completes 1,000 runs

Pakistan’s all-rounders Mohammad Nawaz and Shadab Khan etched their names in the record books during the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight clash...

No military solution to Russia-Ukraine war: Pakistan tells UNSC

Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Asim Iftikhar Ahmad has said there is no military solution to the war between Russia and Ukraine,...

SECP data shows 21pc growth in non-banking financial sector

The total assets of Pakistan’s non-banking financial sector rose to Rs6.84 trillion during the first half of the current fiscal year, reflecting robust growth...

Italy opens doors to Pakistani skilled workers

In a major development for Pakistani skilled workers, Italy has announced the issuance of thousands of work visas for Pakistanis, following a meeting between...

No child left behind campaign launched nationwide: Education Minister

Federal Minister for Education Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui on Wednesday announced the launch of a nationwide “No Child Left Behind” campaign, declaring that not a...

China’s central bank announces 600 billion yuan MLF operation

The People's Bank of China on Tuesday announced that it will conduct a 600-billion-yuan (about 86.44 billion U.S. dollars) one-year medium-term lending facility (MLF)...

China urges US to revoke unilateral tariffs

China has consistently opposed all forms of unilateral tariff measures, and urged the United States to revoke its existing unilateral tariffs and refrain from...

China reaffirms support for international law, UN Charter

China firmly upholds the authority and integrity of international law, said a Xinhua think tank report released on Tuesday. "The purposes and principles of the...

China, ROK resolve hot-rolled coil dispute under WTO rules

China and the Republic of Korea (ROK) have resolved their hot-rolled coil dispute properly and in accordance with World Trade Organization rules, the Ministry...

China’s sci-tech museums attract over 3.5 million visitors during Spring Festival

China's sci-tech museums received over 3.5 million visits during the nine-day Spring Festival holiday, presenting festive science exhibits that integrated knowledge, fun and cultural...

Kohat police van attack leaves five officers martyred

Five police personnel including a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), were martyred and two under-custody suspects were killed in a terrorist attack on a...

Faysal Quraishi advises artists to avoid weddings during busy season

Renowned actor and television host Faysal Quraishi has advised fellow showbiz personalities to avoid planning weddings during the current “wedding season,” citing rising expenses...

Pakistan invites Qatari investors to explore opportunities

A delegation of the Qatar Businessmen Association, led by His Excellency, Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani, called on the Prime Minister of Pakistan,...

Shehbaz, Qatari minister discuss trade expansion in Doha

Minister of State for Foreign Trade of Qatar Dr. Ahmed bin Mohammed Al-Sayed called on the Prime Minister of Pakistan Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif during...

Zara Noor Abbas says she began career only after marriage approval

Pakistani actress Zara Noor Abbas has revealed that she was not allowed to begin her acting career until after her marriage, citing her father’s...

60-year-old Hakim defends marriage to young bride after viral video

A video of a 60-year-old traditional healer (Hakim) marrying a young woman has gone viral on social media, prompting widespread discussion and mixed reactions...

PSL Season 11 preliminary schedule prepared

The preliminary schedule for HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11 has been prepared, with the opening match proposed for March 26 between defending...

Ronaldo makes history with 500 goals after turning 30

Cristiano Ronaldo has achieved another landmark in his illustrious career, becoming the first footballer to score 500 goals after the age of 30. In a...

English all-rounder backs Pakistani players, calls for ECB vigilance

England all-rounder Moeen Ali has come out in support of Pakistani cricketers, warning that players would raise their voice if they felt that participants...

Pakistan hockey team leaves for Egypt for World Cup qualifiers

The Pakistan national hockey team departed from Islamabad Airport for Egypt to participate in the World Cup qualifying round, amid renewed optimism and changes...

ICC revises T20 World Cup semi-final schedule

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has revised the schedule for the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup 2026, introducing conditional venue arrangements based on...

KP announces Rs200bn package for Hazara division

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi announced a Rs200 billion special development package for Hazara Division, with Rs50 billion earmarked for tourism-related projects, as...

Punjab to outsource 2,735 more public schools in third phase

The Punjab government has decided to launch the third phase of outsourcing public schools to the private sector, expanding the scope of its education...

Govt moves bill to legalise disputed FBR appointments

The Federal government has introduced an amendment bill in Parliament seeking to provide legal cover to allegedly irregular appointments and unapproved incentives granted within...

Imran Khan undergoes follow-up eye procedure at PIMS, condition stable

Former prime minister Imran Khan underwent a scheduled follow-up eye procedure at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) on earlry Tuesday morning, and...

PM Shehbaz to visit Qatar on two-day official trip from Monday

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will undertake a two-day official visit to Qatar from February 23 to 24, 2026, at the invitation of the Amir...

Pakistan airstrikes kill over 80 terrorists, destroy 7 facilities in eastern Afghanistan

Pakistan’s overnight cross-border airstrikes on seven alleged militant centres in eastern Afghanistan killed more than 80 terrorists linked to recent attacks inside Pakistan, security...

Three workers abducted during night attack on plant in Barkhan

Security tensions escalated in Balochistan’s Barkhan district after unidentified armed men attacked the Zargoon Construction Company’s crushing plant late at night. According to police sources,...

Liaqat Baloch urges all-party conference on Balochistan issues

Liaqat Baloch, Vice Emir of Jamaat-e-Islami, held important meetings with opposition leaders to discuss the country’s political situation and strategy for upcoming opposition movements. In...

Trump calls Cristiano Ronaldo greatest player

US President Donald Trump has shared a special message praising Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo, describing him as one of the greatest players in...

English voices back Pakistani cricketers amid controversy

Support has emerged from England in favour of Pakistani cricketers amid controversy surrounding alleged restrictions linked to franchise ownership, with concerns raised over the...

Australian selectors accused of disrespecting Steve Smith

Australian selectors are facing criticism after being accused of showing disrespect toward senior batter Steve Smith. Despite delivering strong performances in the Big Bash League,...

New party set to acquire 90 percent of Team Sialkot shares

Sources have confirmed that 90 percent of shares in the Team Sialkot franchise are expected to be acquired by a new party, as the...

PHF announces ad hoc governance and management committee

The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has announced the formation of an ad hoc governance and management committee as part of a strategic restructuring aimed...

British-Pakistani teen killed in Birmingham stabbing

An 18-year-old British-Pakistani youth was killed in a knife attack in the city of Birmingham, police confirmed on Saturday. According to West Midlands Police, the...

Somalia moves closer to deal for 24 JF-17 Thunder jets

Significant progress has reportedly been made in negotiations between Pakistan and Somalia over the proposed purchase of up to 24 JF-17 Thunder fighter jets,...

Pakistan shares governance reform plan with IMF

Pakistan has shared an action plan with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to review the appointment process of the chairman of the National Accountability...

Registered citizens reach 227 million, 48 percent women: Nadra

The National Database and Registration Authority has registered 97 per cent of the country’s population, according to its annual report submitted to the Ministry...

Pakistan strikes seven terrorist camps along Afghan border after suicide attacks

Pakistan carried out intelligence-based, selective strikes against seven terrorist camps and hideouts along the Pakistan–Afghanistan border in response to a series of recent suicide...

China’s manufacturing digital transformation enters large-scale adoption phase

China’s digital push in the manufacturing sector has entered a stage of broad-based adoption, with the vast majority of large industrial enterprises implementing digital...

China develops soil “seed” to fight desertification

Scientists in northwestern China are releasing soil “seed” into arid desert areas to form artificial biological soil crusts, as part of efforts to stabilize...

UN warns of fire risk for displaced families in Gaza shelters

UN humanitarians warned of a severe threat to displaced families in the Gaza Strip from open fires used for cooking in dangerously overcrowded temporary...

World leaders congratulate Xi Jinping on New Year of the Horse

More world leaders and heads of international organizations have recently sent their blessings to Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist...

Australia’s poor T20 World Cup form puts Olympic 2028 hopes at risk

Australia’s disappointing performance in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 has reportedly placed its participation in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games under...

Ali sisters reach quarterfinals at German Junior Open 2026

The German Junior Open Squash Championship 2026 witnessed a strong performance from Pakistan’s Ali sisters as Maheenor Ali and Sahrish Ali advanced to the...

Babar unlikely to return as opener, says Mike Hesson

The head coach of the Pakistan cricket team Mike Hesson has indicated that Babar Azam will not be reinstated as an opener. Speaking at a...

Saba Qamar recounts ‘scary incident’ during drama shoot

Pakistani showbiz star Saba Qamar has narrated a frightening incident that reportedly occurred during the shooting of her drama serial Maamla. Recently, Saba Qamar appeared...

Actor thanks supporters, calls for reforms in prison system

Bollywood comedian Rajpal Yadav has put forward a unique demand following his release from Tihar Jail, suggesting the establishment of designated smoking areas inside...

Priyanka Chopra says she never wanted to leave Bollywood

Priyanka Chopra has revealed after a long time the reasons behind her departure from Bollywood, saying she never intended to leave the industry but...

CTD to be made operational in Gilgit-Baltistan soon

Caretaker Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan Justice (retd) Yar Muhammad Khan has said that the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) will soon be made operational in...

Punjab abolishes stamp duty on property transfers in mergers

The Government of Punjab has issued a notification abolishing stamp duty on property transfers resulting from corporate mergers in the province, marking a significant...

Govt plans landmark web series on Jinnah, Iqbal

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal on Saturday chaired a high-level consultative meeting with leading media houses, prominent producers, directors...

Pakistan, Russia discuss academic, archival cooperation in Moscow

Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to the Russian Federation, visited the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the...

Gas theft, leakage cause Rs60 bn annual loss, NA panel told

The National Assembly’s Standing Committee was informed that gas theft and leakages in the country’s two major gas utilities are causing an annual loss...

Pakistan’s first gender-sorted semen lab set up in Okara

The Green Corporate Livestock Initiative (GCLI) has established the country’s first gender-sorted semen laboratory in Okara, marking a significant milestone in the modernisation of...

SC declares blocking of CNIC for decree enforcement illegal

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has declared unlawful an order of the Sindh High Court that allowed blocking of a citizen’s computerised national identity...

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