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Sindh police rescue 25 members of same family held captive for two years

Sindh police have rescued 25 members of a single family, including a two-month-old baby, who had been held captive and forced into labour for...

Pakistan reaffirms commitment to global peace and justice at 151st IPU Assembly

Minister of State for Law and Justice Barrister Aqeel Malik represented Pakistan at the 151st Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly, where he actively participated in...

Noor Zaman reaches career-best 37th spot in world squash rankings

Pakistan’s emerging squash sensation Noor Zaman has achieved a new milestone in his professional career, climbing to a career-best 37th position in the latest...

U.S. visa restrictions won’t hold back China’s ties with Central American states: foreign ministry

BEIJING: Weaponizing visas will not scare off the sober-minded, nor will it hold back the flourishing ties between China and Central American countries, Chinese...

Global Governance Initiative — global significance of building more stable, just world

China's newly proposed Global Governance Initiative (GGI), together with the three other global initiatives, underlies China's effort in reinforcing the concept of a community...

Komal Aziz Khan reveals real reason behind quitting showbiz

Pakistani actress Komal Aziz Khan has finally opened up about the real reason she decided to quit acting, revealing that her decision was driven...

Bollywood actor Prakash Raj urges parents to protect children from BJP and RSS influence

Renowned Bollywood actor Prakash Raj has once again taken a strong stand against India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh...

All seeds advance to quarterfinals in ITF Pakistan Junior Tennis Championships

All seeded players in the Boys’ Singles category have advanced to the quarterfinals of the ITF Pakistan International J-30 Junior Tennis Championships 2025, currently...

PCB to appoint foreign coaches for Pakistan women’s cricket team

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to include foreign coaches in the support staff of the national women’s cricket team, sources confirmed on...

Abbas Afridi to lead Pakistan in Hong Kong Cricket Sixes 2025

All-rounder Abbas Afridi has been named captain of Pakistan’s team for the upcoming Hong Kong Cricket Sixes Tournament, scheduled to be played from November...

Ombudsman team inspects Islamabad Airport, resolves passenger complaints on the spot

The Federal Ombudsman’s inspection team conducted a surprise visit to Islamabad International Airport on to review public complaints and assess the performance of various...

ACC proposes November 10 ceremony for India to collect Asia Cup trophy

Asian Cricket Council (ACC) President Mohsin Naqvi has formally responded to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) regarding the pending handover...

Smuggled cigarettes worth Rs155 million seized by Customs in Peshawar

Customs Enforcement Peshawar has foiled multiple attempts to smuggle foreign-origin cigarettes in a major crackdown on illicit trade. The operation was carried out on the...

Pakistan loses $9.3 billion annually to digital financial scams, Report reveals

Pakistan has emerged as a major target for digital scammers, with citizens losing over $9.3 billion annually to various financial and online fraud schemes,...

Pakistan’s female bank account holders rise to 37 million: SBP Chief

Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Jameel Ahmad has said that women entrepreneurs play a vital role in promoting inclusive and sustainable...

Court issues arrest warrants for former KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur

An Islamabad court on Tuesday issued non-bailable arrest warrants for former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur after he failed to appear in...

Junaid Anwar Chaudhry launches $13 billion “sea to steel” green corridor to revive Pakistan Steel Mills

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, has unveiled an ambitious plan to revive the dormant Pakistan Steel Mills (PSM) through advanced...

FBR collects Rs130 billion from salaried taxpayers double than combined payment of traders, exporters

The salaried class in Pakistan has contributed Rs130 billion in taxes during the first quarter (July-September) of the current fiscal year 2025-26, twice as...

Pakistan, EU vow to deepen trade ties under GSP Plus framework

Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan held a meeting with the European Union (EU) Ambassador to Pakistan, H.E. Raimundas Karoblis, to discuss ongoing...

New polio case detected in KP’s Torghar district

Ministry of Health has reported another polio case, raising the nationwide total to 30 cases so far in 2025, according to sources in the...

PM Shehbaz extends Diwali greetings, hails Hindu community’s role in Pakistan

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended warm Diwali greetings to the Hindu community in Pakistan and around the world, emphasizing the importance of unity, harmony,...

COMSATS Abbottabad awards degrees to over 1,300 students, 32 PhDs

The COMSATS University Abbottabad Campus held its 40th convocation, celebrating the achievements of over 1,300 graduates in various disciplines. According to the university spokesperson Sardar...

Green Line Karachi project likely to be completed by September 2026

Federal Government Spokesperson for Sindh Raja Khaleeq Ansari has announced that work on the Karachi Green Line Project is set to resume soon, bringing...

Ali Zafar honored with ‘cultural icon award’ in United States

Renowned Pakistani singer and actor Ali Zafar has been honored with the ‘Cultural Icon Award’ by the Pakistani American Law Enforcement Society in recognition...

ECP issues fresh schedule for by-elections in Faisalabad, Sahiwal

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has released a revised schedule for by-elections in five constituencies of Faisalabad and Sahiwal divisions, with polling set...

Pakistan launches specialized digital skills training for youth trainers

The Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP) has launched a Specialized Digital Skills Training of Trainers Programme across Pakistan, aimed at equipping young trainers with...

Punjab declares face masks mandatory for motorcyclists amid rising smog

The Punjab government has made it mandatory for motorcyclists to wear face masks as air pollution worsens across the province, particularly in Lahore, which...

NADRA to set up new offices in 11 Sindh districts

The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced a major recruitment and infrastructure expansion plan across Sindh, which includes hiring 200 Junior Executives...

Punjab approves tougher child protection bill to curb abuse and neglect

The Punjab government has taken a major step to protect vulnerable, orphaned, and neglected children, approving a bill that introduces tougher penalties and stronger...

ATC issues third non-bailable arrest warrant for Aleema Khan

An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Rawalpindi in Monday has issued non-bailable arrest warrants for Aleema Khan, sister of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, after...

Sindh urges Federal Govt to set wheat support price at Rs 4,200 per maund

The Sindh government has urged the federal government to set the minimum wheat support price at Rs 4,200 per maund, opposing the rate of...

Pakistan’s Ashab Irfan wins first PSA World Tour Title at Vancouver Open

Pakistan’s rising squash star Ashab Irfan clinched his first-ever PSA World Tour title after defeating England’s Sam Todd in the final of the Vancouver...

Pakistan wins hosting rights for Worldchefs Asia Forum 2026

Pakistan has won the bid to host the Worldchefs Asia Presidents Forum 2026, marking the first time the country will host an international culinary...

IHC gives police three days to recover missing NCCI officer

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has given police three days to recover Muhammad Usman, a Deputy Director of the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency...

Morocco stuns Argentina to win first-ever FIFA U-20 World Cup title

Morocco has made history by winning its first-ever FIFA U-20 World Cup title, defeating football powerhouse Argentina 2-0 in the final held at the...

Pakistan, China hold maiden fashion show at Great Wall

BEIJING, Oct. 19 (Lord) -- The Embassy of Pakistan in Beijing, in collaboration with the China International Cultural Communication Center (CICCC), organized the maiden...

Lahore ranks second most polluted city in the world, AQI reaches 209

Lahore has once again ranked among the world’s most polluted cities, standing second only to New Delhi, as air quality in the city deteriorated...

Punjab plans to bring 19 new sectors under tax net to boost revenue

The Punjab government is considering adding 19 new sectors to the provincial tax net as part of its plan to increase revenue generation, while...

Sarwat Gilani says on-screen smoking scenes don’t symbolize women’s freedom

Renowned Pakistani actress and model Sarwat Gilani has said that showing women smoking in films or web series should not be mistaken as a...

AP Dhillon reveals why he refused to work with Bollywood music industry

Indian-origin Canadian singer Amritpal Singh Dhillon, popularly known as AP Dhillon, has revealed the reason behind rejecting multiple offers from the Bollywood music industry,...

Fiza Ali’s new wedding song “mehndi wali raat” to release soon

Renowned Pakistani actress and singer Fiza Ali is all set to release her new song “Mehndi Wali Raat,” a vibrant and culturally rich track...

Tomatoes costlier than chicken as rates cross Rs500 per Kg in Karachi

Tomatoes have become more expensive than chicken meat in Karachi as prices of the essential kitchen item surged beyond Rs500 per kilogram, while chicken...

Over 43 million children vaccinated in Pakistan’s nationwide polio drive

Pakistan’s national anti-polio campaign continued with full momentum on its final day, with more than 43.7 million children under the age of five vaccinated...

Pakistan to send first robot rover to the moon by 2028: SUPARCO

Pakistan has begun work on its first-ever robotic lunar rover, marking a major milestone in the nation’s space exploration ambitions. The project is being...

Over 1,000 dengue cases reported in Rawalpindi this year: Health Authority

The District Health Authority (DHA) Rawalpindi has released its report on dengue cases for the year 2025, revealing that a total of 1,093 confirmed...

Pakistan Air Force showcases long-range power in non-stop flight to Azerbaijan

A Pakistan Air Force (PAF) contingent comprising the cutting-edge JF-17 Thunder Block-III fighter jets, accompanied by skilled air and ground crew, has landed in...

KP Police form first sniper squad to counter terror threats

In response to rising incidents of terrorism, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Police have formed their first-ever sniper squad, specially trained and equipped to neutralize...

Ashab Irfan defeats England’s Adrian Waller to enter Vancouver Open final

Pakistan’s rising squash player Ashab Irfan has reached the final of the Vancouver Men’s Open, marking his first-ever appearance in a PSA World Series...

Britain beat Pakistan 3-2 to claim bronze at Sultan of Johor Cup

Britain defeated Pakistan 3-2 to clinch the bronze medal in the Sultan of Johor Hockey Cup, held in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. The playoff for third...

Pakistan’s Bushra Akhtar makes history by wining KFL kickboxing title in Sri Lanka

Pakistan’s Bushra Akhtar made history by winning the KFL Kickboxing Championship held in Sri Lanka, defeating local favorite Nimesha Kumari to claim the title. Bushra...

Over 2,600 “No Kings” rallies planned nationwide to protest Trump’s policies

More than 2,600 “No Kings” protest events are scheduled to take place on Saturday in all 50 US states, a mass mobilization against President...

Flood damages in Pakistan estimated at $2.9 billion, job losses reach 220,000

Fresh details have emerged about the scale of destruction caused by the recent floods in Pakistan, with total losses estimated at $2.9 billion, according...

Govt moves to safeguard marine biodiversity, prepare shark protection plan: Minister Maritime Affairs

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry announced that a national action plan is being prepared in consultation with stakeholders to protect...

Peshawar High Court halts privatization of 28 schools in Buner

The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has stopped the privatization of 28 government primary schools in Buner district and directed all parties to submit detailed...

Chairperson Rubina Khalid urges transparency at BISP camps in Peshawar

Chairperson Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) Senator Rubina Khalid today visited the payment camps established at Farooq-e-Azam Park, Sheikh Abad, and Government Higher Secondary...

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia launch GO AI Hub to boost digital collaboration

In a landmark step towards advancing Pakistan–KSA digital collaboration, GO AI Hub, Pakistan was inaugurated today in Islamabad through a joint initiative of the...

Actress Ghazala Javed says “today’s girls avoid marriage for freedom and luxury”

Veteran Pakistani actress Ghazala Javed has sparked debate with her recent remarks about modern women, saying that many young girls today avoid marriage due...

Rising fashion star Romaisa Saeed passes away following traffic accident

Emerging Pakistani model Romaisa Saeed has passed away after sustaining serious injuries in a traffic accident in Lahore, media sources reported. Originally from Faisalabad, Romaisa...

Governor Faisal Karim Kundi welcomes China Railway 20 Bureau Group’s investment plans

Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi held a meeting with Xin Han, Regional Director for Asia and Oceania of China Railway 20 Bureau Group...

Industrial growth remains positive despite monthly dip, PBS reports

Pakistan’s large-scale manufacturing (LSM) sector maintained a slow but positive growth trend in August 2025, recording a 0.54 percent year-on-year increase in industrial output,...

US at top, India becomes 7th most indebted country with $3 trillion national debt

The World Population Review, a US-based research organization, has released its latest report on global debt, revealing that India has become the seventh most...

ANF arrests six, seizes drugs worth over Rs18.5 million

The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) has launched a nationwide crackdown against drug smuggling, conducting seven operations across multiple cities and arresting six suspects, officials said...

Police arrest two gangs, recover motorcycles and cash

Rawalpindi police have arrested four individuals linked to street crimes and motorcycle thefts in the city, recovering six stolen motorcycles and Rs5,600 in cash,...

Religious Affairs Ministry extends Hajj 2026 private scheme registration

Good news for pilgrims planning to travel under the Hajj 2026 private scheme the Ministry of Religious Affairs has extended the booking deadline by...

PCB contacts Zimbabwe as replacement for Afghanistan in Tri-nation T20 Series

Following Afghanistan’s withdrawal from the upcoming Tri-Nation T20 Series in Pakistan, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly contacted the Zimbabwe Cricket Board to...

Any new Indian assault will end India’s ‘geographic security’ myth”: Field Marshal Asim Munir,

Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, has warned India that any attempt at aggression will be met with a forceful response, emphasizing that...

Sindh makes bank guarantee mandatory for petroleum imports

The Sindh government has formally directed the Petroleum Division to ensure that all petroleum importing companies, including Pakistan State Oil (PSO), submit bank guarantees...

Rs200-per-Kilo duty on old clothes sparks outcry among traders

Pakistan’s used clothing traders have expressed strong resentment over the government’s decision to impose a Rs200 per kilogram tax on the import of second-hand...

Tri-Nation T20 series in Pakistan to proceed despite Afghanistan’s withdrawal: PCB

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has announced its withdrawal from the upcoming Tri-Nation T20 Series scheduled to be held in Pakistan this November, citing...

18 October – Day of Restoration of Independence

Today, Azerbaijan marks the 34th anniversary of the restoration of the independence of the Republic of Azerbaijan. Azerbaijan restored its state independence in the late...

Israel to reopen Rafah crossing as ceasefire violations continue

Israel said on Thursday it was preparing for the reopening of Gaza's Rafah crossing with Egypt to let Palestinians in and out, but set...

PM Shehbaz inaugurates upgraded geoscience research labs in Islamabad

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif inaugurated the upgraded Geoscience Advanced Research Laboratories (GARL) of the Geological Survey of Pakistan on Friday. The event was...

Pakistan warns Taliban regime over terror groups operating from Afghan soil: FO

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in its weekly briefing on Friday, expressed deep concern over recent aggression by Afghan Taliban forces and their affiliated...

Pakistan Army foils terror plot, eliminates 8 terrorists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Security forces killed eight terrorists during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Sultan Khel area of Lakki Marwat district, according to security sources. The operation,...

Pakistani ambassador inaugurates colorful food and cultural fiesta in Tehran

Muhammad Mudassir Tipu, Ambassador of Pakistan to Iran, inaugurated the annual Food and Cultural Fiesta 2025–26 at the Pakistan Embassy International School and College,...

Chief Justice Yahya Afridi chairs 46th LJCP meeting, calls for key legal reforms

Justice Yahya Afridi, the Chief Justice of Pakistan and Chairman of the Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan (LJCP), chaired the 46th meeting of...

Samson Group pledges 100 Million trees in Pakistan under CSR initiative

Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Senator Dr. Musadik Malik, held a meeting today with the International Advisory Board of the Samson...

Firing at Kapil Sharma’s café in Canada, Bishnoi gang claims responsibility

A fresh firing incident occurred at Indian comedian Kapil Sharma’s café in Canada, with the Bishnoi gang claiming responsibility for the attack, Indian media...

Pakistani actress Ayaz Khan presents Sindhi Ajrak to Johnny Lever in Dubai

Veteran Pakistani actor Ayaz Khan met legendary Indian comedian and actor Johnny Lever in Dubai, sharing a lighthearted and friendly moment that quickly went...

Hania Aamir appointed UN National goodwill ambassador for Pakistan

The United Nations has appointed popular Pakistani actress Hania Aamir as its new National Goodwill Ambassador for Pakistan, recognizing her influence and advocacy for...

Pakistan prepares tactical plan for South Africa white-ball series

Pakistan has finalized its tactical approach for the upcoming white-ball series against South Africa, with the team management instructing curators not to prepare flat...

Pakistan’s Noor Zaman and Ashab Irfan advance to Vancouver Open quarterfinals

Pakistan’s Noor Zaman and Ashab Irfan have advanced to the quarterfinals of the Vancouver Men’s Open Squash Championship, a PSA World Series Copper Event...

New cricket format ‘Test Twenty’ announced, to debut in India in 2026

After the success of T10, T20, and traditional Test cricket, a new format named “Test Twenty” has been officially launched, promising to bring a...

ANF seizes drugs worth over Rs36 million, arrests five including woman

The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) has launched a nationwide crackdown against drug trafficking, seizing narcotics worth over Rs36.3 million and arresting five suspects, including a...

KP Chief Minister writes CJP’s for permission to meet Imran Khan in jail

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has written a letter to the Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) seeking permission to meet PTI founder Imran...

Pakistan records another surge in weekly inflation, up by 0.49%

Inflation in Pakistan continued its upward trend for the third consecutive week, with the prices of 24 essential commodities increasing, according to the latest...

Punjab cabinet approves ban on TLP after violent protests

The Punjab Cabinet has approved a ban on the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) following violent protests in the province, Information Minister Azma Bokhari announced during...

Floods inflict massive Rs822 bn damage across 70 districts

Pakistan has suffered economic losses amounting to Rs822 billion due to the recent devastating floods that swept across the country, affecting more than 6.5...

Govt waives august electricity bills for flood-hit areas

In a major relief measure for citizens affected by recent floods, the Government of Pakistan has waived electricity bills for the month of August...

China to optimize rare earth export controls, facilitate legitimate trade: Ministry of Commerce

BEIJING: China will continuously optimize licensing procedures and decrease review time in the implementation of its latest rare earth export controls, and will actively...

From Classroom to Career: Why Universities Must Offer Internships: A case of Pakistan

By Rohail Riaz Pakistan, known as a democratic country since 1947, has remained an underdeveloped nation for many decades. Although a large number of graduates,...

China Champions Global Women’s Development

In an inspiring call to action at the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women held in Beijing, President Xi Jinping reaffirmed China’s unwavering commitment to...

UAE launches world’s first global online marriage service

Couples around the world can now legally marry in Abu Dhabi without ever setting foot in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), thanks to a...

Levies rescue kidnapped teen before Iran trafficking attempt

The Levies Force in Pishin successfully rescued a 17-year-old boy, Fahad Ali, who had been kidnapped from Lahore, during a snap-checking operation on a...

Shah Rukh Khan’s video on Prophet’s tradition of eating on the floor wins hearts online

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, admired not only for his acting but also for his thoughtful views on life, has once again captured the...

Pakistani actor Syed Jibran criticizes trend of Ozempic use and hair patches in show biz industry

Renowned Pakistani actor Syed Jibran has spoken out about the growing use of weight-loss medications and the trend of hair transplants within the entertainment...

Pakistan jump to second spot in world test championship after beating South Africa

Pakistan have climbed to second place in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025–27 standings after their impressive victory over defending champions South Africa...

Australian Olympic Champion Ariarne Titmus shocks fans with sudden retirement

Australian swimming sensation Ariarne Titmus, a four-time Olympic gold medalist, has announced her immediate retirement from competitive swimming, leaving fans and the sporting world...

Nepal and Oman qualify for ICC T20 World Cup 2026 from Asia East Pacific Region

Nepal and Oman have officially secured their places in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 after impressive performances in the Asia East Pacific Qualifiers,...

NAB moves SCP to stop key suspects in fake accounts case from fleeing abroad

The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has approached the Supreme Court of Pakistan, expressing concern that several influential suspects involved in money laundering and fake...

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