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ICC replaces Bangladesh with Scotland for T20 World Cup 2026

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that Scotland will replace Bangladesh in the 2026 T20 World Cup after the Bangladesh team refused to...

ICC U19 World Cup 2026: Super 6 groups, schedule, and points table announced

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the Super 6 groups, points table, and match schedule for the ICC U19 World Cup 2026, with...

Derbyshire Falcons sign Pakistan’s Sufiyan Muqeem for 2026 Vitality Blast

England’s Derbyshire Falcons have signed Pakistan’s young cricketer Sufiyan Muqeem for the 2026 Vitality Blast, the club announced on Tuesday. The Falcons also confirmed that...

Arsène Wenger sees immense football talent in Pakistan, hints at academy plans

FIFA’s Chief of Global Football Development and former Arsenal FC coach Arsène Wenger has highlighted the immense football talent in Pakistan and hinted at...

Over 1,100 rescued as relief operations continue in Kurram, Tirah

Relief operations are under way in Kurram district as heavy snowfall has disrupted normal life in the area, with the Pakistan Army and civil...

Govt launches Integrated Energy Plan to fix power sector issues

The government has initiated practical implementation of an Integrated Energy Plan to address long-standing issues in the energy sector, including circular debt, weak coordination...

Army, administration launch rescue operations amid severe winter

Normal life has been severely disrupted in Pakistan’s upper regions due to continuous snowfall and extreme cold, with roads blocked, power supply disrupted and...

Maritime sector posts record Rs100bn profit amid sweeping reforms: Federal Minister

Pakistan’s maritime sector achieved a record profit of Rs100 billion ($360 million) in 2025 following a year of comprehensive reforms aimed at boosting port...

Pakistan, Somalia abolish visa requirements for diplomatic passport holders

President Asif Ali Zardari met Somali Interior Minister Ali Yousuf, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening bilateral engagement and witnessing the signing of an agreement...

SBP governor warns cyber threats at rise amid global tensions,

State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jameel Ahmad has warned that cyber threats are on the rise amid shifting geopolitical conditions, with hackers becoming...

Beijing–Harbin high speed rail celebrates 5 years of full service

The Beijing–Harbin high speed railway marked the 5th anniversary of its full operation on January 22, celebrating half a decade since the entire 1,198...

China expresses condolences over Karachi mall fire

China expressed deep condolences to the victims of a shopping mall fire in Karachi, Pakistan, and extended sympathies to the bereaved families and the...

China condemns EU labeling some firms as “high-risk suppliers”

China strongly opposed the European Union’s recent decision to classify certain Chinese companies as “high-risk suppliers,” the Ministry of Commerce said Thursday. Spokesperson He Yongqian...

China’s financial hub hits new high in inbound tourism

Shanghai, one of China’s major economic hubs, welcomed a record 9.36 million inbound visitors in 2025, marking a nearly 40 percent year-on-year increase, local...

PCB names match officials for Pakistan-Australia T20I series

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the match officials for the upcoming T20I series between Pakistan and Australia. ICC International Panel match referee Ali...

Pakistan may boycott T20 World Cup if Bangladesh skips India

Pakistan may consider boycotting the T20 World Cup if Bangladesh refuses to play in India, sources say. Bangladesh’s Sports Adviser, Asif Nazrul, is scheduled to...

Babar Azam leaves Sydney Sixers for national duty

Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam’s stint in the Big Bash League (BBL) has come to an early end, with Sydney Sixers announcing he will...

Mohammad Asif clinches 50th National Snooker Championship

Three-time world champion Mohammad Asif has won the National Bank Golden Jubilee National Snooker Championship, claiming his fifth national title. The final of the 50th...

Maheen Anwari warns Fiza Ali about potential harm to her daughter

Pakistani clinical psychologist and social media influencer Maheen Anwari has criticised actress and host Fiza Ali over what she described as allegedly poor parenting...

WOW Pakistan 2026 to mark decade of Women of the World Festival

The British Council, in collaboration with the WOW Foundation, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Entrepreneurship and Community Development Institute (ECDI), is...

President Zardari approves confirmation of additional high court judges

President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari, has approved the confirmation and extension of tenure for additional judges of the Sindh, Lahore, and Peshawar High...

Islamabad launches Paper Mulberry removal to tackle pollen crisis: Minister

The Minister of State for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, Dr Mukhtar Ahmad Malik, briefed the Senate Standing Committee, chaired by Senator Sherry...

MQM demands Karachi be placed under federal control

The Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) has demanded that Karachi be placed under federal control, calling for the city to be administered directly by the...

The time is ripe for upgrading the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor

At the invitation of H.E. Wang Yi, Member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and...

Another strategic dialogue within five months: to deepen policy coordination in multiple areas amid changing international circumstances.

On January 4, 2026, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi held the Seventh Round of...

Climate shocks, regional tensions threaten Pakistan’s economy: World Bank

The World Bank has warned that rising regional conflicts, climate-related disasters and tighter global financial conditions pose serious risks to economic recovery in the...

Pakistan Service Global, China’s Golden Star sign Rs 1bn footwear deal

Pakistan and China have approved a joint venture agreement in the footwear manufacturing sector, aimed at strengthening industrial cooperation and technology transfer between the...

Punjab launches Pakistan’s first Green Policing Unit

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif inaugurated Pakistan’s first Green Policing Unit, introducing electric vehicles for police patrolling for the first time in the...

The “ironclad friendship” between the two countries has continued to deepen

"Over the past 75 years, Pakistan and China have upheld a tradition of mutual respect, trust, and cooperation, and that despite changing global circumstances,...

The first foreign minister to visit China in 2026 come from this country

From January 3 to 5, Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar visited China at the invitation of the Chinese government. Ding...

West Indies umpire Chris Taylor to officiate President Trophy matches in Pakistan

West Indies’ renowned umpire Chris Taylor is set to officiate in the four-day President Trophy Grade One matches starting Wednesday at the National Stadium. The...

COAS National Inter-Club Hockey Championship 2026 begins in Muzaffarabad

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) National Inter-Club Hockey Championship 2026 kicked off in Muzaffarabad with grandeur. The third edition of the championship will continue...

Hamza Majeed announces Sialkot team name and plans for PSL 11

The Pakistan Super League’s most expensive franchise has announced the full name of its team. During a press conference, Hamza Majeed, Chairman of the OZ...

PCB denies sending letter to ICC supporting Bangladesh T20 World Cup stance

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has denied knowledge of reports claiming it wrote a letter to the International Cricket Council (ICC) supporting Bangladesh’s stance...

PSL 11: local player categories announced ahead of auction

With the start of the new season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), the possible new categories for local players have been revealed ahead...

National Assembly passes Elections Act Amendment 2026

The National Assembly has passed a bill to further amend the Elections Act 2017, under which the Elections (Amendment) Act 2026 will come into...

Customs Peshawar seizes smuggled goods worth Rs. 170m

Customs Enforcement Peshawar has seized smuggled goods and offending vehicles worth Rs. 170 million in three successful anti-smuggling operations, dealing a major blow to...

Cristiano Ronaldo set to make Hollywood debut in Fast & Furious

Global football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly preparing to step into the world of cinema. According to international media, Ronaldo is nearing the milestone of...

Pakistan, China explore $1.3bn investment opportunities in agriculture

The Board of Investment (BOI) has termed the successful convening of the Pakistan–China Agriculture Investment Conference (PCAIC) in Islamabad a significant milestone in advancing...

Finance Minister announces plans for dollar, euro, sukuk, and panda bonds

Pakistan is preparing to return to the global bond market after a four-year hiatus. Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb told Bloomberg during the World...

Pakistan, Japan hold 8th government–business dialogue in Tokyo

The 8th Pakistan–Japan Government–Business Joint Dialogue and the Pakistan Business Forum were held in Tokyo, marking the first convening of the Joint Dialogue in...

Pakistan, China reaffirm commitment to expanding agricultural trade

Federal Minister for Commerce of Pakistan, Jam Kamal Khan, held a high-level meeting today with His Excellency Jiang Zaidong, Ambassador of the People’s Republic...

Pop Star Katy Perry, Ex-PM Justin Trudeau’s Davos entry goes viral

American pop star Katy Perry made headlines after attending the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, with her boyfriend, former Canadian Prime Minister Justin...

Javed Akhtar criticizes Bollywood’s reliance on past hits

Veteran Bollywood lyricist Javed Akhtar has strongly criticized the makers of the upcoming Pakistan-themed film “Border 2” for relying on old songs instead of...

Zainab Qayyum highlights widening class divide after Gul Plaza tragedy

Pakistani actress and host Zainab Qayyum, popularly known as ZQ, has voiced concern over the growing class divide in the country. Posting on Instagram following...

Actress Hina Rizvi talks about men’s behavior and betrayal signs

Pakistani actress Hina Rizvi, sister of acclaimed filmmaker Sangita, has spoken about the behaviors in men that could signal potential unfaithfulness. Hina Rizvi shared her...

Shah Rukh Khan snatches fans’ phones during Riyadh Awards Ceremony

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan grabbed the phone of a fan attempting to take a selfie with him on stage, in a video that...

Akshay Kumar, Twinkle Khanna escape traffic accident in Mumbai

Bollywood stars Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna narrowly escaped injury in a serious traffic accident in Mumbai late last night. The incident occurred while the...

Emma Watson nominated for British Diversity Awards 2026

Hollywood actress Emma Watson has been nominated for the 2026 British Diversity Awards, according to international media reports. Watson, who rose to fame with the...

Fans hail Faisal Rehman’s youthful transformation

Senior Pakistani actor and digital creator Faisal Rehman is making headlines for his new look, following a dramatic change in hairstyle. Faisal, who began his...

Pakistan women’s football team placed in Ivory Coast group

The Pakistan women’s football team has been placed in the Ivory Coast group for the upcoming FIFA Women’s Series 2026, the Pakistan Football Federation...

Shahid Khokhar appointed COO of Pakistan Football Federation

Shahid Khokhar has been appointed as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF), official sources said on Tuesday. According to official...

Fans to see two Pakistan-India clashes in one day on Feb 15

Cricket fans will witness two high-profile Pakistan-India clashes on the same day, as both men’s and women’s teams face off in international tournaments. On February...

Novak Djokovic records 100th h win at Australian Open

World No. 4 Novak Djokovic made history at the Australian Open by securing his 100th match victory in the tournament. Djokovic defeated Spain’s Pedro Martinez...

Pakistan likely to go without Haris Rauf at T20 World Cup

Fast bowler Haris Rauf will not be included in Pakistan’s 15-member squad for the ICC T20 World Cup, sources said on Tuesday. According to sources,...

OGDCL discovers new oil, gas reserves in KP

Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has announced the discovery of new oil and gas reserves in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the company said on...

No case without biometrics in Punjab courts: LHC

Punjab’s judicial system has begun implementing a new mechanism to curb the filing of fake and bogus cases, following the approval of a plan...

Punjab to setup ‘Suthra Punjab Authority’ for sanitation system

The Punjab government has decided to establish the Suthra Punjab Authority under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, aimed at improving sanitation and...

Pakistan, IsDB sign $603 million financing deals

Pakistan and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) signed three financing agreements worth $603 million (Rs168.49 billion) in Islamabad to support key infrastructure, social protection,...

Chinese embassy expresses condolences over tragic fire incident in Gul Plaza

ISLAMABAD: The Chinese embassy in Pakistan has expressed deep sadness over the tragic loss caused by the devastating fire incident in Karachi's Gul Plaza. In...

China seen as top contributor to global growth in 2026: WEF President

China is expected to make the largest contribution to global economic growth in 2026, driven by resilient expansion and rising investment in innovation, the...

Europe delivers unified rebuke to U.S. tariff threats over Greenland

The transatlantic dispute over Greenland escalated as European nations issued a rare, coordinated response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs, signaling strong support...

China’s industrial output up 5.9% in 2025, high-tech leads growth

China’s value-added industrial output rose 5.9 percent year on year in 2025, driven by strong performance in high-tech and equipment manufacturing sectors, official data...

Shenzhou 20 return capsule lands safely in China

China’s Shenzhou 20 return capsule has successfully landed back on Earth, concluding the uncrewed phase of the mission more than nine months after its...

China warns U.S. against using “China Threat” over Greenland

China has called on the United States to stop using the so-called “China threat” as a justification for pursuing its own interests in the...

ECP recommends legal amendments for timely local government elections

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has recommended legal amendments to ensure the timely conduct of local government elections across the country. According to the...

PAF contingent reaches Saudi Arabia for Multinational Exercise

A Pakistan Air Force (PAF) contingent comprising F-16 Block 52 fighter jets along with air and ground personnel has reached at King Abdulaziz Air...

Pakistan-Indonesia make significant progress on vaccine cooperation

Federal Minister for Health, Syed Mustafa Kamal, during his official visit to Indonesia, held an important meeting with Shadiq Akasya, President Director of the...

Host Nida Yasir faces social media backlash over new look

Pakistani actress and television host Nida Yasir has once again become the center of attention on social media, this time not for her statements...

Honey Singh apologizes after controversial remarks at concert

Popular Indian singer Honey Singh has issued a public apology following backlash over inappropriate comments he made during a recent concert in Delhi. The incident...

Roger Allers, co-director of Disney’s “The Lion King,” dies at 76

Roger Allers, the acclaimed writer, director, and co-creator of Disney’s iconic animated film The Lion King, has passed away at the age of 76....

Pakistani celebrities express grief over Gul Plaza tragedy

The devastating fire at Karachi’s iconic Gul Plaza shopping center has left the city in shock, with the showbiz industry joining the public in...

Pakistan Sports Board takes over oversight of hockey club scrutiny

The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has issued a notice to the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF), stating that the scrutiny of hockey clubs will be...

PCB halts Pakistan team preparations for T20 World Cup

The Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Mohsin Naqvi, has suspended all preparations for the Pakistan cricket team ahead of the T20 World...

Australia name 17-man squad for T20 tour of Pakistan

Australia has announced a 17-member squad for its T20 tour of Pakistan ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup, with several key players ruled...

Draft system scrapped as PSL announces major structural reforms

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has announced major changes to its administrative and player recruitment structure ahead of its 11th edition, introducing an auction-based...

Pakistan awards over Rs 206 million to athletes in FY 2024-25

The government of Pakistan has awarded cash prizes totaling Rs 206.45 million to national athletes for their achievements during the financial year 2024-25, according...

Over 150 textile mills shut as cotton industry faces deep crisis

More than 150 textile mills and over 400 cotton ginning factories across Pakistan have become non-operational due to rising imports under liberal trade policies...

Pakistan becomes world’s third-largest rice exporter

Pakistan is moving rapidly toward global leadership in agricultural exports, driven by strong and sustained growth in rice shipments, according to official data and...

FBR to extend track and trace system to steel, pharma and food sectors

Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has decided to expand the Track and Trace System (TTS) to several new sectors, including steel, pharmaceuticals, spices,...

Death toll in Karachi’s Gul Plaza fire rises to 14 as rescue, cooling operations continue

The death toll from the devastating fire at Gul Plaza on Karachi’s M.A. Jinnah Road rose to 14 on Monday after eight more bodies...

Pakistan invited to proposed Gaza Peace Board under Trump’s peace plan

Pakistan has been invited to join a proposed international Peace Board under a Gaza Peace Plan (GPP) put forward by US President Donald Trump,...

Chinese researchers develop real-time EV range prediction framework

Chinese researchers have developed a novel data-driven framework for real-time estimation and analysis of the remaining driving range of electric vehicles (EVs), addressing one...

China-Central Asia trade hits $106 billion in 2025, surpassing record

Economic and trade cooperation between China and Central Asia made significant strides in 2025, with the total value of trade in goods reaching 106.3...

Tourists flock to Sanya Duty-Free following new customs policies

Duty-free shopping in Hainan has surged to record levels following the implementation of special customs operations across the island, highlighting the province’s growing appeal...

Exhibition of Ancient Shu Civilization Opens in Beijing

An exhibition showcasing the ancient Shu civilization has opened at the National Museum of China in Beijing, offering visitors a rare look into one...

Hana Afridi, Taimoor Akbar get married with unique wedding conditions

Pakistani actress Hana Afridi and YouTuber Taimoor Akbar tied the knot on January 16, with close family and friends attending the private ceremony. Photos...

Lawrence Bishnoi gang threatens singer B Praak with death

The gang of notorious Indian gangster Lawrence Bishnoi has allegedly issued death threats to renowned Punjabi singer and music director Pratik Bachan, popularly known...

Ayub Khoso opens up about difficult romantic scene with Atiqa Odho

Senior Pakistani actor Ayub Khoso has revealed that filming a romantic scene with Atiqa Odho for the 1990s hit drama Dasht was a challenging...

Fareeda Jalal says long hours were routine in past film shoots

Veteran Bollywood actress Fareeda Jalal opened up about the challenges of her early career while commenting on actors’ recent demand for eight-hour work shifts. Speaking...

Sri Lanka’s Chamoditha breaks Under-19 World Cup individual score record

Sri Lankan batsman Viran Chamoditha set a new record for the highest individual score in the history of the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup,...

Pakistan assures full support to Bangladesh over India travel issue

Pakistan has assured full support to Bangladesh over the issue of the Bangladeshi cricket team’s reluctance to travel to India, government sources said. According to...

Bangladesh BCB clarifies under-19 toss handshake incident

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has clarified the incident in which the acting Bangladeshi captain did not shake hands with the Indian captain during...

Ali sisters shine at 2026 Junior Open, reach semi-finals

Pakistan’s Ali sisters from Peshawar have continued their remarkable run at the 2026 Junior Open, reaching the semi-finals in the World Squash Federation’s Junior...

PSL-11 to feature player auction, retention rules finalized

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is set to introduce a player auction for its 11th edition, according to sources close to the PSL Governing...

Rizwan, Babar top Big Bash’s slowest scorers list

Pakistan’s top batsmen Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam have claimed the top two spots on the list of the slowest scorers in the current...

Achakzai warns constitution must be respected to maintain national unity

Opposition leader in the National Assembly and head of the Tehreek-e-Tahaffuz-e-Aaeen Pakistan, Mahmood Khan Achakzai, stressed the importance of upholding the constitution, warning that...

Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik showcases Pakistan’s mining potential in Saudi Arabia

Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik represented Pakistan at the Future Minerals Forum (FMF) in Riyadh, where he took part in high-level discussions...

Budget to bring relief for salaried, registered businesses: Adviser Finance Minister

Adviser to the Federal Minister for Finance, Khurram Shehzad, has announced that significant relief will be provided to salaried individuals and registered businesses in...

Karachi flour prices soar amid wheat supply delays

The wheat and flour price crisis in Pakistan’s largest city continues to persist, with industry representatives warning of further increases amid supply delays and...

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