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PM Shehbaz, other world leaders sign charter for Trump-led Board of Peace

US president warns Hamas must disarm or it would be the “end of them”, says Washington willing to talk to Tehran.

Updated 22 Jan, 2026 04:29pm

PM Shehbaz, CDF Munir hold meetings with US secretary of state, Azerbaijan president on sidelines of the WEF

Country’s leadership also meets Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and attends US President Donald Trump’s address to world leaders.

Published 22 Jan, 2026 03:07pm

MQM-P demands Karachi be made ‘federal territory’, be declared ‘financial capital’

Mustafa Kamal claims Sindh govt taking "unfair advantage of 18th Amendment"; Sharjeel Memon assails MQM-P for "politicising" Gul Plaza fire.

Updated 22 Jan, 2026 02:57pm

Rain forecast for Karachi on Thursday, cold spell ahead: PMD

Drop in temperature, dry weather and cold nights expected over next two days in the metropolis.

Updated 22 Jan, 2026 03:19pm

Bangladesh seek ‘miracle’ to secure T20 World Cup participation

BCB president Aminul Islam reiterates stance that India is not safe for Bangladesh players, want to play matches in Sri Lanka.

Published 22 Jan, 2026 11:40am

Search operation continues at Karachi’s Gul Plaza after deadly inferno

Rescue teams making use of specialised tools and cutters, including thermal imaging cameras; estimated death toll stands at more than 60.

Updated 22 Jan, 2026 03:25pm

Over 288,000 tickets issued under e-challan system in Karachi since October, Sindh IGP told

IGP Odho briefed that 71pc of the tickets issued had been paid by the citizens.

Published 22 Jan, 2026 04:03pm

PTA wrote to X three times seeking closure of Imran Khan’s X account over the past 3.5 years

In a report submitted to IHC, it emerged that PTA did not receive any response from X despite repeated requests.

Published 22 Jan, 2026 12:07pm

In Davos speech, Trump repeatedly refers to Greenland as ‘Iceland’

White House furiously denies confusion on president's part.

Updated 22 Jan, 2026 11:31am

US set to quit World Health Organisation

The official exit move is violation of a US law that requires Washington to pay the UN health agency $260 million in fees that it owes.

Updated 22 Jan, 2026 02:55pm

Giuffre Family Demands Answers Over Heavily Redacted Epstein Documents

Mercosur Leaders Meet in Brazil Ahead of EU Trade Deal Signing

Cambodian Students Struggle to Attend School Amid Ongoing Border Clashes

US, Jordanian Forces Launch Airstrikes on ISIS Targets in Syria

Funeral Held for 5 Palestinians Killed in Israeli Attack on Gaza School Shelter

Elise Stefanik exits politics, drops New York governor bid in surprise move

Taiwan stabbing: President Lai vows full probe after 3 killed in Taipei rampage

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Giuffre Family Demands Answers Over Heavily Redacted Epstein Documents

Mercosur Leaders Meet in Brazil Ahead of EU Trade Deal Signing

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Dawlance inaugurates advanced condenser manufacturing facility, strengthening Pakistan’s industrial self-reliance

The initiative marks a major milestone in Dawlance’s localisation strategy and represents a significant advancement in Pakistan’s refrigeration component manufacturing capabilities.

Nishat Group’s Omoda & Jaecoo launch the All-New Jaecoo J5 SHS HEV

Pakistan becomes the first global market for the J5 SHS HEV.

Quetta’s water crisis worsens as groundwater depletes and public supply fails

Pakistan, 7 Muslim countries announce decision to join Trump’s Board of Peace

Pakistan, Egypt, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia and Qatar announce "shared decision" to join the board.

World , Updated 21 Jan, 2026 11:42pm

Pakistan, 7 Muslim countries announce decision to join Trump’s Board of Peace

‘Weaponisation of water’: Pakistan warns UN India’s move on Indus treaty threatens water security

“Pakistan’s position is unequivocal; the treaty remains legally intact and permits no unilateral suspension or modification,” says envoy.

World , Updated 21 Jan, 2026 11:16am

‘Weaponisation of water’: Pakistan warns UN India’s move on Indus treaty threatens water security

Diplomatic row between India and Poland after Jaishankar criticises minister’s visit to Pakistan: report

“Poland should display zero tolerance for terrorism and not help fuel the terrorist infrastructure in our neighbourhood,” Indian FM says.

World , Published 20 Jan, 2026 06:15pm

Diplomatic row between India and Poland after Jaishankar criticises minister’s visit to Pakistan: report

30 bodies recovered from single shop following deadly fire at Karachi’s Gul Plaza

South DIG estimates death toll to be 61; bodies found in a shop located on the mezzanine floor.

Pakistan , Updated 21 Jan, 2026 11:43pm

30 bodies recovered from single shop following deadly fire at Karachi’s Gul Plaza

IHC asks how Imran Khan’s X account case can proceed without lawyer access

Court finds response submitted by PTA “unsatisfactory”; adjourns hearing until Feb 24.

Pakistan , Published 21 Jan, 2026 02:11pm

IHC asks how Imran Khan’s X account case can proceed without lawyer access

ICC rejects Bangladesh’s plea to play T20 World Cup matches outside India

Says no threat to Bangladesh players, media persons, officials and fans at any tournament venues in the country.

Sport , Updated 21 Jan, 2026 08:23pm

ICC rejects Bangladesh’s plea to play T20 World Cup matches outside India

Sialkot owner unveils name, logo for new PSL franchise

“Excited to be part of the Pakistan Super League journey,” says Sialkot team owner Kamil Khan.

Sport , Updated 21 Jan, 2026 07:50pm

The world according to Trump

The so-called Board of Peace is meant to be used to advance US hegemony.

Newspaper , Updated 21 Jan, 2026 09:21am

External weaknesses

We may see renewed pressure on the exchange rate and the SBP further tightening legitimate currency outflows if this trend continues.

Newspaper , Updated 21 Jan, 2026 09:03am

‘Morally incorrect and indefensible’: Politicos, analysts react to Pakistan’s decision to join Trump’s Board of Peace

“By lending its name to this effort, Pakistan appears to endorse a structure that sidelines the UN and replaces international law with a personalised political platform," says Senate opposition leader.

Pakistan , Updated 22 Jan, 2026 10:51am

‘Board of Peace’ might replace UN, says Trump

US president says UN has potential, but he has never considered turning to the organisation to help resolve conflicts.

Newspaper , Updated 21 Jan, 2026 07:34am

‘Board of Peace’ might replace UN, says Trump

MoUs for $4.5bn agri investment with China

Agriculture formally included as priority area under CPEC 2.0.

Newspaper , Updated 21 Jan, 2026 07:36am

MoUs for $4.5bn agri investment with China

NA passes bill seeking amendments to Elections Act for secrecy of parliamentarians’ assets

PTI opposes the proposed legislation; the bill needs the Senate’s assent and the president’s approval before it becomes law.

Pakistan , Updated 21 Jan, 2026 05:22pm

NA passes bill seeking amendments to Elections Act for secrecy of parliamentarians’ assets

Maxwell and Waugh among franchise owners in Bollywood-backed European T20 league

“We hope to turn ETPL into one of the top T20 leagues in the world," founder Abhishek Bachchan says.

Sport , Published 21 Jan, 2026 12:15pm

Maxwell and Waugh among franchise owners in Bollywood-backed European T20 league

Clueless on economy

What is on display is crony capitalism.

Newspaper , Updated 20 Jan, 2026 09:48am

Islamabad under siege

The capital now appears regularly on pollution indices it once escaped.

Newspaper , Updated 21 Jan, 2026 09:35am

Lahore again emerges as most polluted city in the world

Residents advised to limit outdoor activity, keep windows closed, wear masks when outside, and use air purifiers indoors.

Pakistan , Published 21 Jan, 2026 10:57am

Lahore again emerges as most polluted city in the world

Death toll of fire at Karachi’s Gul Plaza reaches 28

Police surgeon says 8 bodies have been identified; Rescue 1122 official says workers have accessed building’s basement, first and second floors.

Pakistan , Updated 20 Jan, 2026 11:06pm

Death toll of fire at Karachi’s Gul Plaza reaches 28

Iran death toll

WHILE several Western sources had cited implausibly high figures for the death toll in the recent protests in Iran,...

Newspaper , Published 21 Jan, 2026 06:38am

Dollar slide sparks economic fears

Remittances have increased by 10.6 per cent in the first six months of FY26.

Newspaper , Updated 21 Jan, 2026 07:59am

Trump vows ‘no going back’ on Greenland

Shares leaked texts & AI mock-ups; EU sees opportunity to build "new independent Europe".

Newspaper , Updated 21 Jan, 2026 07:43am

PM Shehbaz arrives in Davos for World Economic Forum

"Pakistan’s ongoing economic reform journey is unlocking profound opportunities," he says; Tarar says PM to interact with world leaders and global CEOs.

Pakistan , Updated 20 Jan, 2026 10:50pm

PM Shehbaz arrives in Davos for World Economic Forum

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Drone on

Human development must get most of the profits.

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Nishat Group’s Omoda & Jaecoo launch the All-New Jaecoo J5 SHS HEV

Pakistan becomes the first global market for the J5 SHS HEV.

Business , Published 19 Jan, 2026 04:10pm

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PM Shehbaz, other world leaders sign charter for Trump-led Board of Peace

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Hadiqa Kiani is going on a six-stop tour of the UK to raise funds for widows and orphans in Gaza

The singer will attend fundraising dinners in Manchester, London, Nottingham, Birmingham, Peterborough and Bradford.

Images Staff Published 22 Jan, 2026 03:06pm

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Buildings become death traps not because the rules are unclear, but because enforcement has been deliberately neutralised.

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