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Shoaib Malik warns of legal action over personal life rumours

Former Pakistan cricket captain Shoaib Malik has announced that he will pursue legal action against individuals spreading rumours and misinformation about his personal life. In...

All-rounders’ failure costs Pakistan World Cup spot

Pakistan’s campaign in the T20 World Cup has come to an end despite securing a narrow victory over Sri Lanka in their final group-stage...

Sanath Jayasuriya resigns as Sri Lanka head coach

Following a disappointing campaign in the T20 World Cup, Sri Lanka’s head coach Sanath Jayasuriya has announced his resignation, with the match against Pakistan...

Usman Qadir reverses retirement decision

Pakistani leg-spinner Usman Qadir has announced that he is withdrawing his retirement from international cricket, saying he still has the ability and motivation to...

Xi chairs CPC leadership meeting to discuss draft 15th Five-Year Plan, gov’t work report

BEIJING: Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, on Friday chaired a meeting of the Political Bureau of...

Punjab has only 411 ventilators for 120m population

The Lahore High Court has been informed that only 411 ventilators are available in public hospitals across Punjab to cater to a population of...

KP CM launches digital livestock management system

Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi inaugurated the Livestock Management Information System (LMIS), terming it a major step towards modernising the province’s livestock sector...

Mohammad Amir predicts path to semi-final for Pakistan

Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir has shared his prediction ahead of Pakistan’s crucial match against Sri Lanka, outlining the conditions under which the...

PSL media rights sold for Rs26 billion

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has secured what officials described as the biggest commercial deal in the country’s cricket history, with its four-year media...

Nida Yasir clarifies inviting ex-spouses on show

Television host Nida Yasir has clarified the decision to invite senior actors Faryal Gohar and Jamal Shah together on her morning show, despite their...

Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar’s recent work difficult to watch: Nadia Khan

Actress and television host Nadia Khan has said that playwright Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar once wrote exceptional dramas but that his recent work has become difficult...

Pakistan advises citizens against non-essential travel to Iran

Pakistan has advised its citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Iran in view of security concerns, while urging those already in the country to...

Over 150 Afghans nationals detained in Peshawar, Swat, Karachi operations

Police in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Sindh have intensified operations against undocumented Afghan nationals, detaining scores of individuals during raids in multiple districts, officials said. In...

PTI leaders move SHC over alleged custodial torture

Leaders of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf have approached the Sindh High Court seeking registration of a criminal case against police officers over alleged custodial torture. PTI...

US, Israel launch major strikes on Iran after nuclear talks collapse

The United States and Israel on Saturday launched what President Donald Trump described as “major combat operations” against Iran, following the collapse of U.S.-Iran...

EU calls for talks to ease Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions

The European Union has called for de-escalation and dialogue between Pakistan and Afghanistan, expressing concern over rising tensions in the region. The EU’s foreign policy...

Four officials jailed for leaking sensitive information

A special court hearing cases under the Official Secrets Act has sentenced four government employees to prison for leaking sensitive information, while acquitting two...

Operation Ghazab lil-Haq: An Expert Opinion

Due to complete denial, defiance and non-cooperative behavior of Afghan Taliban towards the controlling, taming and taking some meaningful actions against TTP, BLA, MB,...

Gerry’s win 14th UAE Ambassador Cup Ramadan football title

The 14th UAE Ambassador Cup Ramadan Football Tournament concluded with Gerry's defeating the Qatar Embassy in the final to claim the title. The colorful event,...

Messi regrets not learning English during childhood

Argentina’s star footballer Lionel Messi has expressed regret over not learning English during his school years, saying it limited his ability to communicate in...

PTI chairman says Pakistan will defend sovereignty at all costs

Chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Barrister Gohar has said that Pakistan will seek peace with its neighbors wherever possible but will not hesitate to respond...

Maulana Fazlur Rehman urges ceasefire in Pak-Afghan tensions

Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has expressed deep concern over the escalating tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, urging both countries to observe...

Umar Akmal clarifies remarks on Babar Azam comparison

Former national cricketer Umar Akmal has issued a clarification regarding his Instagram story that appeared to compare him with Babar Azam. In a statement shared...

PM Coordinator calls for shift to high value-added exports

Government College University Faisalabad hosted a seminar titled “The Challenge of Pakistan’s Trade,” where Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Commerce Rana Ihsaan Afzal...

Mexico Cartel violence triggers FIFA World Cup match postponements

With less than four months remaining before the start of the FIFA World Cup, serious security concerns in co-host nation Mexico have drawn international...

Senate advancing AI-based system for legislative support

Mary Cummins, Team Leader of Mustehkam Parlimaan (MuP), called on Chairman Senate of Pakistan Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani at the Parliament House on a...

Pakistan-Sri Lanka match could reshape semi-final race

New Zealand has a golden opportunity today to secure a place in the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup 2026. According to details, in a...

Govt moves to boost potato exports amid surplus

Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research Rana Tanveer Hussain chaired the second meeting of the Committee on Potato Export to review the...

Strong legislature key to sustainable governance: chairman Senate

Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has said that “Parliament is the bridge between the aspirations of our 240 million citizens and the actions...

Govt forms technical panel to review export facilitation scheme

Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan, accompanied by senior officers of the Ministry of Commerce, held a consultative session in hybrid mode with...

FBR collects only Rs16 trillion out of Rs110 trillion potential

The Government of Sindh has presented data on General Sales Tax (GST) collection to the National Finance Commission (NFC), highlighting a significant gap between...

Senate informed of Rs11.565 trillion NAB recoveries

Details of the National Accountability Bureau’s (NAB) five-year recoveries were presented in the Senate during a session chaired by Chairman Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani. The...

Senate unanimously condemns alleged Afghan border aggression

The Senate unanimously passed a resolution condemning Afghanistan’s alleged aggression on the western border and calling on the international community to take immediate notice...

Pakistan security forces respond to ‘unprovoked’ Afghan firing, destroys posts: officials

Pakistan’s security forces delivered what officials described as an immediate and effective response after the Afghan Taliban regime allegedly opened unprovoked fire at multiple...

Foreign Office says India involved in terrorism in Pakistan

Foreign Office Spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi said that India is involved in terrorism in Pakistan and is engaged in anti-Pakistan propaganda, while Israeli actions...

World Economic Forum CEO Børge Brende resigns amid Epstein scrutiny

Børge Brende, president and CEO of the Geneva-based World Economic Forum (WEF), has resigned amid scrutiny of his ties with convicted sex offender Jeffrey...

Chinese scientists boost maize cold tolerance and nutrient use

Chinese scientists have unveiled a new molecular mechanism designed to simultaneously enhance cold resilience and phosphate use in maize, offering a potential solution to...

China reports over 1.13 million firms established in future sectors

China has recorded strong growth momentum in eight emerging and nine future industries, with about 1.13 million companies established in these sectors in 2025,...

China, Germany emphasize cooperation, multilateralism and free trade

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Beijing on Wednesday, with both leaders agreeing to promote the continuous development of...

Beijing ready to manage differences, expand economic cooperation with Washington

China has expressed its willingness to work with the United States to maintain the healthy, stable, and sustainable development of bilateral economic and trade...

China calls for restraint amid US-Iran tensions

China is closely monitoring developments regarding the situation in Iran and opposes the use or threat of use of force in international relations, Chinese...

Gas cylinder blast kills 7 Children, several Injured in Chaman

A gas cylinder exploded at a residential house near Tor Pol in Chaman on Thursday which resulted the deaths of 7 children and injured...

Pakistan reiterates commitment to global human rights at UNHRC

At the 61st Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council held in Geneva, Secretary Ministry of Human Rights, Abdul Khalique Shaikh, represented Pakistan...

Khojaly Genocide: Height of Human Resilience & Resurrection

This year the Republic of Azerbaijan marks the 34th anniversary of Khojaly genocide. On February 25 to 26, 1992, the various units of the...

Federal Constitutional court allows tax raids without prior notice

The Federal Constitutional Court has ruled that tax authorities have the legal power to conduct raids at any time without prior notice. Justice Aamir Farooq...

NDMA warns of glacial lake flood risk in northern Pakistan

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued an alert regarding potential risks from March to September 2026 due to rising temperatures. The agency...

Govt proposes phasing out 10-rupee note

The government committee tasked with currency management has submitted its report on phasing out the 10-rupee note, recommending the introduction of a 10-rupee coin....

Constitutional court issues stay order against action on defence secretary

The Federal Constitutional Court has restrained the Islamabad High Court from initiating contempt proceedings against the Secretary of Defence in a missing persons case. The...

Global Governance Initiative empowers the Global South: Pakistani Journalist

Muhammad Zamir Assadi, Director at the China Desk of Lord Media Network in Pakistan, noted that the post-WWII governance framework, despite good intentions, has...

Sara Umair clarifies stance on divorce remarks

Pakistani television actress Sara Umair has appeared to soften her previous remarks regarding divorce, during a recent podcast appearance in which she also expressed...

Aina Asif clarifies age amid online debate

Emerging Pakistani actress Aina Asif has clarified her age amid ongoing social media discussions, stating that she is still underage and that her national...

Govt pushes digital reforms in justice system

Minister of State for Law and Justice Barrister Aqeel Malik said the government was leveraging technology to reform the justice system, aiming to make...

Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda marry in Udaipur

Popular Telugu film stars Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda have reportedly tied the knot in a private and elegant ceremony, according to Indian media...

Ranya Rao named in gold smuggling chargesheet

Indian enforcement authorities have filed a chargesheet naming Kannada film actress Ranya Rao in a gold smuggling case, alleging her involvement in a cross-border...

Faisal Qureshi clarifies Nauman Ijaz makeup remarks

Renowned Pakistani actor Faisal Qureshi has responded to recent remarks by senior performer Nauman Ijaz regarding the use of makeup in television dramas. Faisal Qureshi,...

IBSF warns of shifting World Snooker Championship over visa denial

The World Snooker Championship scheduled to be held in India this November has fallen into uncertainty due to visa-related issues. The International Billiards and Snooker...

Shortlisted U20 footballer injured in road accident

A young footballer shortlisted for Pakistan’s junior squad for the SAFF Under-20 Football Championship has been seriously injured in a traffic accident. Ahmed Raza Khan...

Xi puts forward three suggestions for further development of China-Germany relations

BEIJING: The more turbulent and intertwined the world becomes, the more China and Germany need to enhance strategic communication, increase strategic mutual trust, and...

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...

Xinhua’s think tank releases report on China’s solution to global governance

GENEVA: The Xinhua Institute, a think tank affiliated with Xinhua News Agency, on Tuesday released a report titled "Upholding International Justice and Jointly Addressing...

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...

China braces for peak in passenger return trips as Spring Festival holiday ends

Passengers head to board trains at Yinchuan Railway Station in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, on Feb. 23, 2026. China's national railway...

Spring Festival celebration event held in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: The Spring Festival celebration event themed "Chinese New Year, China Pakistan Go Together," hosted by the Chinese Embassy in Pakistan, was held here...

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