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China, U.S. maintain close economic and trade communication

China and the United States continue to maintain close communication on economic and trade matters, a Chinese commerce ministry spokesperson said Thursday. He Yadong stated...

China backs two-state solution to resolve Palestinian issue

China reaffirmed its support for a two-state solution as the fundamental path to resolving the Palestinian issue, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said Thursday. Lin...

Sialkot Stallions owners confident Smith-Akram combo will elevate team

Owners of PSL’s new franchise, Sialkot Stallions, have expressed confidence that the combination of Steve Smith and Wasim Akram will take the team to...

Namibia Captain criticizes lack of floodlight practice ahead of India clash

Namibia captain Gerhard Erasmus has raised concerns over lack of practice under floodlights ahead of their T20 World Cup clash against India. Speaking to the...

Ahmed Shehzad opens up about pain of being out of national team

Former Pakistan opener Ahmed Shehzad has opened up about the emotional toll of being away from the national team, revealing that his nine-year-old son...

Mohammad Nabi fined for ICC code breach against South Africa

Afghanistan’s senior all-rounder Mohammad Nabi has been fined for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during the thrilling encounter against South Africa. According to the...

PSL 11 auction concludes: Naseem Shah, Steve Smith top the charts

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) witnessed its first-ever players’ draft, concluding a highly competitive auction at the Expo Center in Lahore, where all eight...

Alizeh Shah’s Instagram posts spark fan frenzy, marriage proposals pour in

Popular actress Alizeh Shah has captured social media attention with two recent Instagram posts, sparking a wave of fan admiration and even marriage proposals. In...

Tabish Hashmi makes acting debut in Aag Lage Basti Mein

Stand-up comedian and host of the popular show Hansna Mana Hai, Tabish Hashmi, has opened up about his acting debut in the upcoming feature...

Nasir Adeeb slams Shan Shahid over viral comment during film promotion

Renowned Pakistani writer Nasir Adeeb has publicly criticized legendary actor Shan Shahid over remarks made during the promotion of his upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr Punjabi film...

Ayush Sharma receives threatening email linked to Lawrence Bishnoi gang

Bollywood actor Ayush Sharma, brother-in-law of Salman Khan, has reportedly received a threatening email, raising security concerns in the film industry. According to Indian media...

Rajpal Yadav’s wife thanks Bollywood for support during Tihar jail case

Radha Yadav, wife of Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav, has expressed gratitude to her colleagues in the film industry for standing by the actor during...

Punjab launches digital traffic challan system “One App”

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif inaugurated the digital traffic challan system “One App” in the city, marking the first evidence-based traffic enforcement system...

Punjab inaugurates first government autism centre in Pakistan

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has congratulated autistic children and their parents on the establishment of Pakistan’s first government-run autism centre. Addressing the inauguration...

KP govt announces strict steps for protection of female students

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced key measures to ensure the protection of female students in universities across the province. According to an official statement,...

Rs5 million compensation announced for each martyr’s family

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited the Khadija-tul-Kubra Mosque in Islamabad, which was targeted in a recent terrorist attack, and condemned the incident as an...

Supreme Court orders eye specialist access for PTI founder

The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed authorities to provide PTI founder Imran Khan access to an eye specialist and facilitate telephone contact with his...

Mustafa Kamal stresses strengthening primary healthcare system

Federal Minister for National Health Services Mustafa Kamal has said that primary healthcare holds central importance in the health sector and the Government of...

Pakistan, IFAD review 1.2 billion dollar development portfolio

Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research Rana Tanveer Hussain is leading Pakistan’s delegation at the 49th Session of the Governing Council of...

Pakistan dispatches 29th humanitarian aid consignment to Palestine

Under the patronage of the Government of Pakistan, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has coordinated the dispatch of an additional humanitarian aid consignment...

Pakistan, Cambodia explore technology-driven trade partnership at NUST

Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan and Cambodia’s Minister of Commerce Cham Nimul visited the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) and...

“China Impact”? “China Opportunity”!

Recently, data released by China's General Administration of Customs showed that in the first 11 months of 2025, China's trade surplus reached US$1.08 trillion,...

Iran says U.S. demands hinder nuclear talks

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Wednesday that the “wall of distrust” created by the West, along with excessive U.S. demands, is hindering progress...

China says partnership with Canada not aimed at any third party

China on Wednesday clarified that its strategic partnership with Canada is not aimed at any third party, responding to remarks made by U.S. President...

China opens world-first intelligent driving lab

A new integrated intelligent driving laboratory, capable of simulating real vehicles, dynamic traffic, and climate conditions simultaneously, has commenced operations in a high-tech zone...

Xi extends Spring Festival greetings to service personnel

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday reviewed the armed forces' combat readiness and ongoing operations and extended Spring Festival greetings to all service...

China rejects U.S. nuclear test accusations as unfounded

China on Wednesday rejected U.S. accusations that it has conducted nuclear explosive tests, calling the claims “entirely unfounded” and accusing Washington of fabricating excuses...

Cholistan Desert hosts 21st International Jeep Rally with full security

The Cholistan Desert is set to become a hub of speed and excitement as the 21st International Cholistan Desert Jeep Rally officially kicks off...

Wasim Akram appointed president of PSL’s Sialkot Stallions

Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram has been appointed as the president of the newly launched PSL franchise, Sialkot Stallions, and the team’s official logo...

Farhan joins elite Pakistani batters including Babar Azam and Shahid Afridi

Pakistan witnessed two major milestones during their T20 World Cup 2026 match against the United States as opener Sahibzada Farhan and fast bowler Shaheen...

Rawalpindi announces player retentions ahead of PSL 11 auction

The newly branded Rawalpindi franchise of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) has announced its player retentions ahead of the ongoing PSL 11 player auction. According...

Usman Tariq faces criticism from Indian cricket circles after T20 World Cup win

Pakistani spinner Usman Tariq has once again come under criticism from some Indian cricket circles following his stellar performance in the T20 World Cup...

PSL player auction makes history with 800-plus registrations

A historic moment unfolded in Pakistan Super League (PSL) history as the first-ever player auction kicked off at the Expo Center in Lahore. Over 800...

Indus AI Week 2026 highlights Pakistan’s tech ambitions

The reform initiatives of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) are translating into tangible progress for national economic and technology projects. “Indus AI Week 2026”...

ANF seizes 1.2 tons of hashish in Gwadar operation

The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) has recovered 1.2 tons of high-quality hashish and arrested two suspects in a major crackdown against an international drug trafficking...

Over 38,500 Pakistanis deported from Gulf countries in one year

Details regarding the number of Pakistanis deported by Gulf countries over the past year were presented in the National Assembly. The Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis...

KP government unveils comprehensive transgender protection policy

The provincial government has introduced a comprehensive new policy aimed at protecting transgender persons from harassment, violence and discrimination, while ensuring their social and...

PM takes notice of NEPRA’s new solar regulations

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has taken immediate notice of the new solar regulations issued by the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) and directed...

Opposition protests as NA passes six bills amid quorum row

The Speaker of the National Assembly proceeded with the legislative business during the sitting of the House despite repeated objections from the opposition over...

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia agree on investment-led economic partnership

Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan held a comprehensive meeting with Ibrahim Al-Mubarak, Assistant Minister of Investment of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,...

Health minister inaugurates 1MW solar system at EPI warehouse

Federal Minister for Health, Syed Mustafa Kamal, today inaugurated a 1-megawatt solar power system at the EPI Warehouse in collaboration with UNICEF, marking a...

Textiles, pharmaceuticals and SEZs top Pakistan–Cambodia agenda

A delegation-level meeting co-chaired by Federal Minister for Commerce of Pakistan Jam Kamal Khan and Cambodia’s Minister of Commerce Cham Nimul was held today...

Xi visits people in Beijing ahead of Spring Festival, extends greetings to all Chinese

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping visited primary-level officials and residents in Beijing during a two-day inspection tour from Monday to Tuesday, extending Spring Festival...

Pakistan’s Ehsan Adil joins USA squad for ICC T20 World Cup

Pakistan fast bowler Ehsan Adil has joined the United States squad for the ICC T20 World Cup. The ICC Event Technical Committee approved Adil’s inclusion...

Ricky Ponting advise Babar Azam to go fsr power play strategy

Former Australian cricket legend Ricky Ponting has expressed concern over Pakistan star Babar Azam’s inconsistent performances in the T20 World Cup and offered key...

Ronaldo expected to return to Al-Nassr squad for league clash

Al-Nassr Football Club expects Cristiano Ronaldo to end his protest and return to the field for the team on next Saturday. The Portuguese star missed...

Sri Lanka’s Bhanuka Rajapaksa claims Indian’s players use extra power bats

Sri Lankan cricketer Bhanuka Rajapaksa has made a controversial claim, asserting that Indian players use bats that are different from those used by other...

Australia edges Pakistan 3-2 in thrilling Pro Hockey League opener

Australia defeated Pakistan 3-2 in a thrilling opening match of the second phase of the Pro Hockey League in Hobart. The host team secured victory...

Sri Lankan president thanks PM Shahbaz for approval of India match

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif for allowing his team to play against India in the T20...

FPCCI hosts Cambodia trade minister to boost business ties

The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) on Tuesday hosted a business engagement in honour of Cham Nimul, Minister of Commerce...

Federal Minister Khichi says Meera to be named goodwill ambassador

Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Division Aurangzeb Khan Khichi has assured renowned actress Meera that she will be announced as a goodwill...

President calls for follow-up on Mirziyoyev visit outcomes

President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday said that Pakistan attaches great significance to its close brotherly relations with Uzbekistan and underscored the importance of...

Pakistani diaspora celebrates cricket spirit in Singapore

The Pakistan High Commission in Singapore successfully organized the High Commissioner’s Cup 2026, celebrating the strong cricketing tradition and vibrant community spirit of the...

Pakistan, Cambodia review trade ties ahead of 2nd JTC

Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan on Tuesday held a pre–Pakistan–Cambodia Joint Trade Committee (JTC) bilateral meeting with Cambodian Minister of Commerce H.E....

Xi extends condolences over serious explosion in Pakistani capital

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a message of condolence on Monday to Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari over a serious blast that hit...

Chinese FM extends condolences over deadly explosion in Pakistan

BEIJING: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Monday extended condolences to Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar over a deadly...

53 migrants dead or missing after Libya boat capsizes

Fifty-three migrants, including two infants, were dead or missing after their rubber boat capsized off the coast of Libya, the International Organization for Migration...

China unveils three-year plan to boost theatrical arts

Chinese authorities have revealed an action plan to promote the inheritance and development of theatrical arts over the next three years, starting from 2026. According...

Xi visits IT innovation park in Beijing

BEIJING: Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, visited an information technology (IT) innovation park in Beijing on Monday...

New Zealand, UAE partner on Antarctic science projects

New Zealand has launched a new Antarctic science partnership with a leading university from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) aimed at boosting advanced engineering...

Former UK MP says Western views of China are far from reality

Mark Logan, a former British Member of Parliament (MP) who has worked in China for many years, said that Western perceptions of China are...

Chinese study reveals climate impact on alpine plants

Chinese scientists have uncovered the response mechanisms of alpine plants on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, shedding light on ways to sustain plateau biodiversity, according to...

China urges Japan to withdraw Taiwan-related remarks, warns on militarist drift

China on Monday urged Japan to withdraw erroneous remarks made by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding Taiwan and to demonstrate basic sincerity in...

Mahira Khan, Shehryar Munawar dazzle at Maryam Raza’s wedding

The wedding celebrations of Maryam Raza, daughter of renowned director Asim Raza, turned into a star-studded affair as showbiz icons Mahira Khan and Shehryar...

British rapper Central C embraces Islam, changes name to Aqeel

British rapper and singer Oakley Neil Caesar-So, professionally known as Central C, has embraced Islam, confirming the decision during a live streaming session where...

Arijit Singh performs in Kolkata a week after playback retirement

Just a week after announcing his retirement from playback singing, India’s renowned singer Arijit Singh performed live in Kolkata alongside sitar maestro Anoushka Shankar...

Scotland beats Italy by 73 runs in T20 World Cup seventh match

In the seventh match of the T20 World Cup 2026, the Manenti brothers’ valiant partnership could not save Italy from defeat as Scotland claimed...

Trump wishes American cricket team luck in T20 World Cup 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump has extended his best wishes to the American cricket team participating in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026, being jointly...

Political tensions continue to affect subcontinent cricket

The T20 World Cup 2026, widely regarded as one of cricket’s most exciting events, has been overshadowed by political tensions rather than the sport...

UAE batsman Mohammad Zohaib sent home from T20 World Cup in India

UAE opening batsman Mohammad Zohaib has been sent back to Dubai during the ICC T20 World Cup after being part of the squad for...

PM to decide Pakistan-India match after talk with ICC Vice Chairman: Naqvi

Efforts are underway to convince Pakistan to play its T20 World Cup match against India, with the final decision expected from Prime Minister Shahbaz...

Khawaja Asif says begging a well-organized profession in Pakistan

Federal Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said begging as a well-organized profession in Pakistan, claiming it now provides more “employment” than any other sector in...

PCB demands full revenue share and Test opportunities for Bangladesh

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is awaiting a formal response from the International Cricket Council (ICC) on matters related to the T20 World Cup,...

Pakistan proposes OIC vaccine alliance for Islamic countries

Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal proposed the establishment of an “OIC Vaccine Alliance” for Islamic countries, stressing that vaccine production holds critical importance for...

Over 600 reforms implemented across 135 institutions in one year

Mishal Pakistan has released the Pakistan Reforms Report 2026, highlighting continued reform momentum despite challenging geopolitical conditions. According to the report, significant progress has been...

Pakistan banks to remain stable amid slow economic recovery: Moody’s

International credit rating agency Moody’s has revised Pakistan’s banking sector outlook from positive to stable, citing gradual improvement in economic conditions but ongoing challenges...

Pakistan envoy outlines Pakistan’s strategic role for Canadian investors

High Commissioner of Pakistan to Canada Muhammad Saleem delivered a keynote address at the historic Albany Club in Toronto, engaging a distinguished audience comprising...

Pakistan, Cambodia to co-chair second Joint Trade Committee

Rana Ihsaan Afzal Khan, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Commerce, on Monday received Cambodia’s Minister of Commerce Her Excellency Cham Nimul at the...

Pakistan highlights debt reforms at IMF-backed AlUla forum

Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Monday participated in a high-level roundtable titled “Addressing Sovereign Debt Vulnerabilities” at the AlUla...

Pakistan sends 28th humanitarian aid consignment to Palestine

On the special directives of the prime minister, Pakistan’s National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has dispatched an additional humanitarian aid consignment for the people...

People across China prepare for upcoming Spring Festival

An aerial drone photo taken on Feb. 7, 2026 shows folk artists performing a dragon dance in Huaian City,...

Chinese scientists revise moon’s crater chronology model

For the first time, scientists have confirmed that the impact cratering rates on the near and far sides of the moon are essentially consistent,...

Iran calls nuclear talks a step forward with US

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday described the recent nuclear talks between Iran and the United States as "a step forward." He made the comments...

ICRC hails China’s humanitarian aid in Gaza and Syria

China plays an important role in humanitarian efforts in the Middle East, and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) looks forward to...

China strongly condemns Islamabad explosion, expresses condolences

China strongly condemns the deadly explosion in Pakistan's capital Islamabad that took place on Friday afternoon local time, a foreign ministry spokesperson said here...

Hyderabad’s new PSL franchise named Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen

The name of Hyderabad’s new franchise in Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11 has been officially revealed. The unveiling ceremony was held on Saturday in...

New Zealand beat Afghanistan by 5 wickets in ICC T20 World Cup

New Zealand secured a 5-wicket victory over Afghanistan in their fourth group match of the ICC T20 World Cup. Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan won the...

Pakistan women’s team lands in Johannesburg for South Africa series

Pakistan’s women’s cricket team has arrived in Johannesburg ahead of their limited-overs series against South Africa. The team traveled from Karachi via Dubai and will...

Bushra Ansari advises check past marriage before tying the knot

Veteran actress, host, and singer Bushra Ansari has shared important advice for young women and their parents regarding marriage, especially when considering a man...

Celebrities criticized for celebrating Basant after Islamabad tragedy

Pakistani celebrities came under heavy criticism for participating in Basant celebrations despite a recent deadly attack at an Imam Bargah in Islamabad. The festival, banned...

Salman Khan, Ranbir Kapoor’s appearance at RSS centenary goes viral

Bollywood superstars Salman Khan and Ranbir Kapoor were unexpectedly seen at an event marking 100 years of the Hindu nationalist organization Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh...

Laiba Khan advises brides choose gold over costly dresses

Newlywed actress Laiba Khan has shared practical advice for future brides, urging them to prioritize investment in gold jewelry over spending excessively on bridal...

President Zardari warns Taliban support threatens Pakistan, region

President Asif Ali Zardari has warned that Pakistan’s eastern neighbor is supporting the Taliban regime, which poses a threat not only to Pakistan but...

Over 20 terrorist groups operating from Afghanistan: State Minister

Minister of State for Finance Bilal Azhar Kiani has warned that more than 20 terrorist organizations are operating from Afghanistan, posing a threat not...

Pakistan-Saudi defence pact historic and strategic: Asim Iftikhar says

Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar, has described the defence agreement between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia as historic and of...

Safe Basant model to be extended to other cities, says CM

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Sunday praised the people of Lahore for celebrating Basant safely, saying the city upheld rules and ensured...

Petroleum levy collection hits record high in first half of fiscal year

For the first time in Pakistan’s history, petroleum levy collection in the first half of a fiscal year has reached an unprecedented level, official...

SIFC promotes global-standard pharma projects in Pakistan

Under the comprehensive framework of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), Pakistan’s pharmaceutical sector is being aligned with international standards, officials said, as new...

Shashi Tharoor questions India’s anti-Pakistan policy, calls for dialogue

Indian politician and Member of Parliament Shashi Tharoor has questioned India’s long-standing policy of treating Pakistan as a permanent enemy, describing it as a...

Pakistan to attend first Gaza Board of Peace meeting in Washington

Pakistan has formally decided to participate in the first meeting of the Gaza Board of Peace, sources said, describing the move as part of...

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