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Meetings with Imran Khan will remain suspended till February 8: minister

Sanaullah says prison meetings with Imran had been suspended because they were being used to plan and coordinate a large protest in Islamabad.

Published 22 Dec, 2025 11:26pm

Local bodies polls to be held on ‘party basis’, Punjab govt informs LHC

Any political party wishing to contest the LG polls “may allow its candidates to contest elections for any political office on its ticket,” states report submitted by the AAG.

Updated 22 Dec, 2025 07:25pm

LHC CJ suspends operation of Punjab land protection ordinance

"Someone should inform the government that if this law remains in force, even Jati Umra could be vacated within half an hour,” says Justice Aalia Neelum.

Updated 22 Dec, 2025 02:29pm

Pakistan played ‘fearless, not careless’ cricket to win Under-19 Asia Cup, says head coach

"We wanted a united team and the result is in front of us," head coach Shahid Anwer says.

Updated 22 Dec, 2025 04:57pm

PTI leader among 26 booked for Adiala road protest: police

Police registered the FIR on the charges of blocking the road, violating Section 144 and under Section 16 of the MPO.

Published 22 Dec, 2025 09:56pm

Islamabad court awards Rs5.4bn compensation to families of AirBlue crash victims

Court dismisses appeal filed by airline, upholds the carrier's liability in the case, and imposes a penalty of Rs1 million for delaying proceedings.

Published 22 Dec, 2025 07:43pm

Bangladeshi student leader shot in Khulna: report

Condition of National Citizen Party official said to be out of danger, The Daily Star reports quoting police officer.

Published 22 Dec, 2025 06:36pm

ATC Sahiwal sentences two men to death in blasphemy case

FIR states that the “alleged incident of blasphemy occurred on July 17, 2024, but was registered four months later".

Published 22 Dec, 2025 08:39pm

Air India aircraft turns back after drop in engine oil pressure, regulator says

Pilots observed low engine oil pressure on the B777-300ER aircraft's right-hand engine; airline apologises to passengers for the "inconvenience caused due to this unforeseen situation".

Published 22 Dec, 2025 07:57pm

Winter vacations to begin from Dec 23 in colleges across Punjab: minister

Winter break to run till January 10, says Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikander Hayat.

Published 22 Dec, 2025 06:48pm

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The two-year programme aims to restore incomes for street-food vendors while strengthening community resilience after the 2025 floods.

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Pakistan rout India to clinch U-19 Asia Cup title as Sameer Minhas and Ali Raza star

After Sameer Minhas' record-breaking century guided Pakistan to 347-8, pacer Ali Raza starred with the ball to help bundle India out cheaply.

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CDF Field Marshal Munir awarded King Abdulaziz medal for his efforts to ‘advance Pak-Saudi ties’

SPA says CDF Munir given medal in honour of his efforts to strengthen Pak-Saudi relationship, cooperation; ISPR says award is kingdom’s “highest national honour”.

Pakistan , Updated 22 Dec, 2025 02:16pm

CDF Field Marshal Munir awarded King Abdulaziz medal for his efforts to ‘advance Pak-Saudi ties’

Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi sentenced to 17 years in Toshakhana 2 case

The case pertains to the purchase of an expensive Bulgari jewellery set at a throwaway price; Imran, Bushra Bibi also fined Rs16.4 million; court says it took a "lenient view" by awarding "lesser punishment".

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23 passengers travelling to Malaysia for ‘illegal’ jobs offloaded: FIA

Passengers did not have sufficient cash nor could they provide the required money for obtaining a visa, were travelling on visit visas.

Pakistan , Published 20 Dec, 2025 12:04am

23 passengers travelling to Malaysia for ‘illegal’ jobs offloaded: FIA

Bangladesh upheaval

Sharif Osman Hadi’s killers must be traced and punished, while all political groups must adhere to democratic norms even as they stage protests.

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TTP formations infiltrating into Pakistan mostly comprise Afghans: CDF Field Marshal Asim Munir

Says Pakistan's armed forces received “divine help” in May conflict with India.

Pakistan , Updated 21 Dec, 2025 03:27pm

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President requests improved facilitation for Pakistani pilgrims visiting Iraq during meeting with Iraqi counterpart.

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27th Amendment establishes that decisions issued by the FCC are binding on all courts in Pakistan, order by two-member bench states.

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US ‘very grateful’ for Pakistan’s offer to be part of Gaza stabilisation force: Marco Rubio

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