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Federal Constitutional Court Chief Justice issues first order

Chief Justice of the Federal Constitutional Court, Justice Aminuddin Khan, has issued his first official order, marking an administrative milestone for the newly established...

Nawaz Sharif flies to London for routine medical check-up

Pakistan Muslim League-N President and former prime minister Nawaz Sharif has once again departed for London, party officials confirmed on Thursday. Sharif travelled from Jati...

Court summons Punjab Assembly Speaker in PM Shehbaz’s defamation suit

A Lahore sessions court has summoned Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Ahmad Khan in Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s defamation suit against the founding chairman of...

Ajay Devgn reacts to Kajol’s comments on marriage renewal and expiry options

Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgn has responded to recent comments by his wife Kajol regarding marriage and the concept of renewal or expiry options in...

Shehnaaz Gill Pays Heartfelt Tribute to Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan

Indian actress and singer Shehnaaz Gill has expressed her deep admiration for legendary qawwali singer Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, saying his voice brings her...

Bollywood stars own luxurious homes in Dubai

Several Bollywood stars and sports personalities own luxurious properties in Dubai, according to entertainment website Koimoi. The city’s beachfront villas, high-rise apartments, and glittering...

Nawazuddin Siddiqui reveals father barred him from returning home over violent film roles

Veteran Bollywood actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui has revealed that early in his career, his father forbade him from returning home because of the repeated beatings...

Jasprit Bumrah under ICC investigation for inappropriate comments on Temba Bavuma

Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is in trouble after making inappropriate comments about South African captain Temba Bavuma during a recent match, a video...

Pakistan crushes Bangladesh 8-0, qualifies for Hockey World Cup playoffs

Pakistan’s hockey team secured a dominant 8-0 victory over Bangladesh in the second match of their three-game series in Dhaka, ensuring qualification for the...

PCB completes PSL franchise valuation, offers renewals with new fees

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has completed the valuation process of all Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise teams and assets and has sent renewal...

Pakistan Shaheens beat Oman by 40 runs in Asia Cup Rising Stars Opener

Pakistan Shaheens made a strong start in the Asia Cup Rising Stars by defeating Oman by 40 runs in their opening match. Oman won the...

27th Constitutional Amendment gazette notification issued

The 27th Constitutional Amendment has been approved by both the National Assembly and the Senate, with the official gazette notification issued by the Senate...

NCCIA arrests two suspects in financial fraud targeting Senator Falak Naz

The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has arrested two suspects involved in a financial fraud targeting Senator Falak Naz, officials said. According to authorities,...

756 projects underway to transform Karachi: Sharjeel Memon

Sindh’s Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has outlined an ambitious development plan for Karachi for the fiscal year 2025–26, highlighting that 756 projects are...

PTI leader Taimur Saleem Jhagra barred from traveling abroad

Former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa minister and PTI leader Taimur Saleem Jhagra was prevented from leaving the country at Bacha Khan International Airport, officials and the...

Gang posing as officials extorts Rs 8 million from Rawalpindi call centre

A major extortion and impersonation case has surfaced in Rawalpindi, where fraudsters allegedly posed as government and intelligence officials to extract Rs 8 million...

Over 5.3 million on-device cyberattacks hit Pakistan in 9 months: Kaspersky

More than 5.3 million on-device cyberattacks were recorded in Pakistan during the first nine months of 2025, according to new figures shared by global...

Haroon Akhtar Khan meets SME Cluster, announces Pharma Park policy

Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan held an important meeting with the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)...

Pakistan approves ferry service linking Gwadar and Oman

The Pakistani cabinet has approved the launch of a passenger and cargo ferry service between Pakistan and Oman, a move aimed at strengthening maritime...

Former tennis star Sania Mirza opens up about toughest phase of life

India’s former tennis star Sania Mirza spoke candidly about one of the most challenging periods of her life during a conversation with filmmaker Farah...

Actress Sarwat Gilani shares personal battle with postpartum depression

Renowned Pakistani actress Sarwat Gilani has highlighted the urgent need to raise public awareness about postpartum depression, a mental health condition that affects women...

Pakistan crushes Bangladesh 8-2 in Hockey World Cup qualifier

Pakistan made a strong start in their three-match hockey series against Bangladesh, defeating the hosts 8-2 in the opening game of the World Cup...

Pakistan Paddle Federation announces new national junior rankings

The Pakistan Paddle Federation has released its latest national junior rankings, highlighting top performers across various age categories. In the Under-18 boys’ category, Mir Saqib...

Zimbabwe Cricket Team Arrives in Islamabad for Tri-Nation T20 Series

The Zimbabwe cricket team has arrived in Islamabad to participate in the upcoming Tri-Nation T20 Series featuring Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe. According to the...

Canada offers support for climate-adaptive agriculture and green innovation in Pakistan

Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Senator Dr. Musadik Malik, met with the High Commissioner of Canada to Pakistan, H.E. Tarik Ali...

Field Marshal helped convince Sri Lanka to continue Pakistan tour: Mohsin Naqvi

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi revealed that Pakistan’s top security officials personally intervened to convince the Sri Lankan cricket team to continue their tour...

ICC fines Pakistan team for slow over rate against Sri Lanka

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has fined the Pakistan cricket team for maintaining a slow over rate during the first One Day International (ODI)...

Tri-Nation cricket series moved to Rawalpindi: PCB announces new schedule

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a revised schedule for the upcoming tri-nation cricket series featuring Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe. According to a...

PIMS hospital pioneers advanced robotic surgery with international experts

Pakistan has successfully completed its first robotic surgery in Islamabad, marking a milestone in the country’s medical history. The surgery was conducted at PIMS Hospital...

Federal govt awards 23 offshore blocks to Mari Energies

The federal government of Pakistan has awarded 23 new offshore oil and gas blocks to Mari Energies, officials confirmed. The Petroleum Division had earlier announced...

LHC grants protective bail to Karachi NCCIA Additional Director

The Lahore High Court has approved seven-day protective bail for Shehzad Haider, Additional Director of the NCCIA Karachi, in a corruption-related case. The hearing...

IHC suspends single bench order to dissolve CDA

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) Division Bench has suspended the single bench order to dissolve the Capital Development Authority (CDA). The stay was issued...

Court gives final chance to prosecution in Dr. Yasmin Rashid’s 9 May cases

The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Lahore has granted the prosecution a final chance to submit records in the 9 May cases against Dr. Yasmin...

Police officer arrested for gun firing publicly in Lahore

A police officer in Lahore has been arrested for firing a gun in public in the Sundhar area, authorities confirmed. The officer has been identified...

Punjab govt orders freezing of TLP assets across the province

The Punjab government has ordered the freezing of all properties and assets belonging to the proscribed Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) under the Anti-Terrorism Act. According to...

Punjab govt halts computerization of manual arms licenses

The Punjab government has decided to halt the computerization and verification of old manual arms licenses, marking a major policy shift in the province’s...

Court issues 10th non-bailable arrest warrant for Aleema Khan in protest case

An anti-terrorism court in Rawalpindi has issued the 10th non-bailable arrest warrant for Aleema Khan, sister of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder, in connection with...

Afghan Nationals attack Wana Cadet College: Security sources

All terrorists involved in the attack on Cadet College Wana were Afghan nationals, and the entire operation was planned in Afghanistan, security sources revealed...

Junaid Anwar Chaudhry forms committee to identify sites for future ports along coastline

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has constituted a high-level, multi-agency committee to identify potential sites for the establishment of new...

Pakistan and China vow to deepen cooperation under CPEC 2.0

BEIJING (Internews)The Ambassador of Pakistan to China, H.E. Khalil Hashmi, paid a courtesy call today on H.E. Mr. Liu Haixing, Minister of the International...

Police arrest 51 in Lahore Halloween party

Lahore police conducted a raid on a Halloween party organized by TikTok influencer Suzain Khan in the Gulberg area, arresting 51 young men and...

PM, Canadian envoy discuss stronger economic and diplomatic ties

Ambassador Tarik Ali Khan, the newly appointed High Commissioner of Canada, paid a courtesy call on the Prime Minister at the Prime Minister House...

Pakistan, World Bank discuss strategic development priorities

Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Senator Dr. Musadik Malik, held a meeting today with a World Bank delegation led by Melormaa...

Pakistan welcomes clarifications in Indus Waters Treaty Arbitration

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has stated that Pakistan has taken note of the recent decision by the Court of Arbitration, which offered helpful...

Miss Universe contestant Roma Riyaz celebrates Pakistani roots and diversity

Pakistani model Roma Riyaz, who represented the country at this year’s Miss Universe pageant in Thailand, has responded to criticism about her skin tone...

ICC rejects India’s proposal for two-tier World Test Championship

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has rejected India’s proposal to introduce a two-tier format for the World Test Championship (WTC), confirming that all 12...

Turkey suspends over 1,000 footballers amid betting scandal

Turkey has suspended more than 1,000 footballers as part of a major investigation into illegal betting and corruption in the sport, according to the...

Rawalpindi gets Its first international standard swimming pool

Rawalpindi has inaugurated its first swimming pool built to international standards, along with a modern players’ hostel, marking a significant step in the development...

CCP approves Standpharm transaction by Crest Garments

The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has authorized the transaction of Standpharm Pakistan (Private) Limited by Crest Garments International (Private) Limited. The transaction forms...

Pakistan pavilion opens at global FinTech Festival in Singapore

The Pakistan Pavilion was officially inaugurated today at the prestigious Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF) 2025 by Deputy High Commissioner and Charge d’Affaires Salman Mehmood. Speaking...

Asaan Karobar Act 2025 marks legal milestone for investors: BOI Chief

Federal Minister for Investment and Chairman, Board of Investment (BOI), Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh, attended the 5th Pakistan Prosperity Forum 2025 as Chief Guest at...

Dar opens ISC Session, reaffirms Pakistan’s peace vision

Deputy Prime Minister, Foreign Minister, and Leader of the House in the Senate, Senator Ishaq Dar, opened the second day of the two-day Inter-Parliamentary...

Veteran Actor Prem Chopra hospitalised in Mumbai

Renowned Bollywood actor Prem Chopra, 92, has been admitted to Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai after developing chest discomfort and health complications linked to a...

LHC judge recuses himself from hearing Ducky Bhai’s Bail petition

The Lahore High Court on Monday saw a brief hearing on the bail petition of YouTuber Saqib Rehman, popularly known as Ducky Bhai, in...

Usman takes charge as hockey head coach after last-minute rift

Muhammad Usman has been appointed head coach of the national hockey team for the Bangladesh tour after a dispute between the Pakistan Hockey Federation...

John Cena wins intercontinental title, completes WWE grand slam

Hollywood star and professional wrestler John Cena has achieved a major milestone in his 23-year WWE career, winning the Intercontinental Championship for the first...

Pakistan announces squad for Over-40 T20 World Cup 2025

The Pakistan Veterans Cricket Association has announced an 18-member national squad for the IMC Over-40 T20 World Cup 2025, scheduled to be held in...

Nadir Raza Mirza to represent Pakistan at Junior Tennis Championship in Japan

Pakistani junior tennis player Nadir Raza Mirza is representing Pakistan at the Dunlop Road to the Australian Open – Asian Qualifying Tournament in Yokkaichi,...

Lady Inspector Iram Khanam to represent Pakistan in Sri Lanka

Lady Inspector Iram Khanam of Rawalpindi Police has been selected to represent Pakistan in the International World Powerlifting Championship, scheduled to be held in...

PM Shehbaz Sharif, President Zardari condemn deadly G-11 courthouse blast

Top Pakistani leaders, including President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Defense Minister, and Interior Minister, have strongly condemned the suicide bombing outside...

Deadly suicide blast outside Islamabad Court claims 12 lives, 27 injured

At least 12 people were killed and more than 27 others injured in a suicide bombing outside the G-11 Islamabad courthouse today. Initial reports indicate...

Islamabad ATC orders arrest warrant and passport blocking for PTI leaders

The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Islamabad has issued an arrest warrant for PTI leader Sheikh Waqas Akram and ordered the passports of fellow party...

Justice Athar Minallah, 38 former law clerks write to CJP Amid 27th Amendment controversy

The ongoing debate over the proposed 27th Constitutional Amendment has intensified after a letter written by Supreme Court’s senior judge, Justice Athar Minallah, surfaced,...

Pakistan targets $200 million meat exports to Malaysia

Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, chaired the 3rd Meeting of the Committee on Pakistan-Malaysia Cooperation on Meat Export from Pakistan, emphasizing the...

40% Pakistanis support second marriage, men more likely to approve: Gallup Survey

A recent Gallup Pakistan survey reveals that 40 percent of Pakistanis are in favor of second marriages under certain conditions, while 60 percent oppose...

PM reviews progress on Jinnah Medical Complex construction

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a high-level meeting to review the progress of the Jinnah Medical Complex and Research Center. The Prime Minister emphasized...

PM urges regional peace and development at Inter-Parliamentary Speakers Conference

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has emphasized that peace and stability are the foundations of sustainable development, highlighting the ongoing global conflicts as a reminder...

IHC summons officials for blocking Imran Khan meeting

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has issued notices to the parties concerned on a contempt of court petition filed over the failure to arrange...

Court issues notices to Govt for stopping Sheikh Rasheed from performing Umrah

The court has issued notices to the federal government after former Interior Minister Sheikh Rasheed Ahmed was barred from travelling to Saudi Arabia for...

“Only Allah’s Court left Now,” Asad Qaiser criticises 27th Amendment

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and former National Assembly Speaker Asad Qaiser has strongly criticised the 27th Constitutional Amendment, alleging that it subordinates the judiciary...

KP to present “Peace Jirga” declaration before Federal Govt, security bodies

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has decided to forward the declaration of the Peace Jirga scheduled for November 12 to the federal government and...

Shahbaz Shafiq orders removal of PM immunity clause from 27th Constitutional Amendment

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has directed that the clause granting immunity to the Prime Minister be removed from the draft of the 27th Constitutional...

PPP demands lifetime immunity for President, seeks Abolition of NAB in 27th Amendment talks

During recent talks between Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) on the 27th Constitutional Amendment, the PPP reportedly demanded lifetime immunity...

Punjab extends Section 144 for seven more days amid security concerns

The Punjab Home Department has extended the enforcement of Section 144 across the province for seven more days, until November 15, to maintain law...

13 more NCCI officials booked in call center extortion case

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has registered a case against 13 additional officers of the National Counter Crime Intelligence Agency (NCCIA) over allegations of...

President, PM pay glowing tribute to Allama Iqbal on 148th birth anniversary

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid rich tributes to Allama Muhammad Iqbal on his 148th birth anniversary, describing the Poet...

Pakistan secures $100 Million in foreign loans to strengthen public finances

Pakistan has approved two foreign loans worth a total of $100 million aimed at improving tax system performance, enhancing transparency in public spending, and...

PTA announces nationwide movement against 27th Amendment

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Tahaffuz-e-Aain (PTA) has announced a nationwide protest movement against the 27th Constitutional Amendment, calling for a suspension of parliamentary proceedings until their...

Rybakina upsets world No. 1 Sabalenka in WTA Riyadh final

Kazakhstan’s Rebeka Rybakina created a major upset in the WTA Riyadh Final, defeating world number one Aryna Sabalenka with scores of 6-3, 7-6. The victory...

Pakistan’s Mikaeel Ali Baig clinches third straight ITF junior title

Pakistan’s Mikaeel Ali Baig captured his third consecutive ITF singles title by defeating fellow Pakistani Hamza Roman 6-4, 6-4 in the Boys’ Singles Final...

Anushka Sharma Returns to films in cricket biopic ‘Chakra Express’

Bollywood superstar Anushka Sharma is set to make her cinematic comeback nearly seven years after her last film, starring in the sports biographical movie...

Remembering Master Ghulam Haider, pioneer of South Asian film music

Today marks the anniversary of the passing of legendary music composer Master Ghulam Haider, who died on November 9, 1953, leaving behind a lasting...

Abrar Ahmed, Quinton de Kock hit major milestones in Faisalabad ODI

Pakistan defeated South Africa by 7 wickets in the final match of the three-match ODI series in Faisalabad, winning the series 2-1. South Africa, opting...

ICC reveals cricket qualification plan for Los Angeles 2028 Olympics

Cricket is set to return to the Olympic Games for the first time since Paris 1900, with the ICC Board discussing the qualification formula...

Pakistan’s Qudratullah advances to boxing semifinals at Islamic Solidarity Games

Pakistani boxer Qudratullah has secured a spot in the semifinals of the 55kg category at the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia,...

Sri Lanka cricket team arrives in Pakistan ahead of ODI series

The Sri Lanka national cricket team, led by captain Charith Asalanka, has arrived in Pakistan ahead of a three-match One Day International (ODI) series....

Pakistan lift Hong Kong Sixes title with 43-run win over Kuwait

Pakistan emerged champions of the Hong Kong Sixes after defeating Kuwait by 43 runs in a high-scoring final on Saturday. Kuwait won the toss and...

Smog crisis worsens in Punjab as Lahore’s AQI Reaches Hazardous Levels

Air pollution across Punjab continued to worsen on Sunday, with Lahore once again blanketed in dense smog as its Air Quality Index (AQI) hovered...

Jaffar express suspended between Quetta and Peshawar until November 13

Pakistan Railways has suspended the Jaffar Express train service operating between Quetta and Peshawar, effective from today until 13 November, citing operational requirements. According to...

FIA Peshawar arrests four in fake citizenship case

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Peshawar Zone has foiled an attempt to illegally obtain Pakistani citizenship, arresting four individuals, including an Afghan national. According to...

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia finalize Hajj 2026 arrangement

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have formally signed an agreement outlining arrangements and facilities for Hajj 2026, ensuring smooth management and services for Pakistani pilgrims. The...

Arshad Nadeem resumes training after injury for World Islamic Games

Pakistan’s star javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem has resumed training after recovering from injury, as he begins preparations for the upcoming World Islamic Games. Arshad, who...

Pakistan hockey team to tour Spain ahead of Pro League

Pakistan’s national hockey team is set to tour Spain as part of its preparations for the upcoming FIH Pro League, with fixtures scheduled in...

Cricket Australia approves BBL privatisation plan

Cricket Australia has decided to proceed with the privatisation of the Big Bash League (BBL), a move aimed at revamping the competition and boosting...

PSB opens inquiry into controversial ban on Arshad Nadeem’s coach

An inquiry has been initiated into the controversial lifetime ban imposed on Olympic gold medallist Arshad Nadeem’s coach, Salman Butt, with the Pakistan Sports...

Pakistan, Iran move to ease cross-border trade, Says Abdul Aleem Khan

Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan has reaffirmed his commitment to facilitating smoother cross-border movement of goods between Pakistan and Iran. He expressed his...

Pakistan to revamp PARC under china-backed reform plan

Pakistan is set to undertake a major restructuring of the Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC) under a Strategic Reform and Cooperation Plan developed with...

Govt slashes smart meter prices to accelerate digital power reforms

The Ministry of Energy (Power Division) has taken a major step toward improving customer service and operational efficiency through the large-scale rollout of smart...

Punjab launches mobile app for prison visit bookings

The Punjab prisons department has introduced a mobile application to facilitate advance booking for meetings with inmates across jails in the province, including Adiala...

Saudi Arabia cuts Umrah visa entry deadline to 30 days

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced a major revision to the Umrah visa policy, reducing the pre-travel validity period from three...

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