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12 terrorists of ‘Indian proxy’ outfits killed in KP, Balochistan engagements: ISPR

Two soldiers martyred in North Waziristan; security forces determined to thwart "attempts by Indian proxies at sabotaging peace, stability and progress of Balochistan".

Updated 19 May, 2025 09:59pm

Fire erupts again in Margalla Hills as over 70 firefighters battle blaze

“Efforts are underway again. Our teams are working to bring the situation under control shortly,” CDA spokesman says.

Published 19 May, 2025 09:38pm

Locals stage sit-in as KP minister denounces killing of 3 children in alleged North Waziristan drone strike

Orders immediate investigation, summons detailed report, vows to stand with victims; locals demand impartial investigation commission.

Published 19 May, 2025 09:46pm

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UN aid chief says aid allowed into Gaza ‘a drop in the ocean’

Says Israel has cleared nine trucks of aid to enter Gaza through the Keren Shalom crossing following 11 weeks of a complete blockade.

Updated 19 May, 2025 09:40pm

Indian boycott of Turkish coffee, chocolates and fashion grows

US imposes visa bans on India travel agents for facilitating illegal migration.

Published 19 May, 2025 11:21pm

Operation Bunyanum Marsoos: FO rubbishes Indian claims of Pakistan using nuclear-capable missiles

Indian army deleted video after realising claim was “unsubstantiated” but Indian outlets continue propagating "misinformation", FO spokesperson says.

Published 19 May, 2025 05:06pm

Noor Mukadam case: Justice Kakar observes victim ‘mercilessly murdered’ as SC hears Zahir’s appeal

Hearing adjourned till tomorrow as court indicates appeal against Zahir Jaffer's death sentence will be decided soon.

Updated 19 May, 2025 11:12pm

BCCI denies reports of withdrawal from Asia Cup amid tensions with Pakistan: Indian media

Board dismisses earlier reports as "devoid of any truth", says currently focused on IPL and England series.

Updated 19 May, 2025 03:39pm

UK strikes EU trade and defence reset in ‘new era’ for relations

It is the third deal Britain has struck this month, after agreements with India and the US.

Published 19 May, 2025 06:15pm

Russia launches war’s largest drone attack ahead of Putin-Trump call

Ukraine’s intelligence service says Moscow intended to fire intercontinental ballistic missile later as attempt to intimidate West.

Published 19 May, 2025 06:29pm

From Freelancers To Fortune 1000: How Pakistan Can Win In High-Value Tech Exports

Russia-Ukraine Roundup: Russia Launches War’s Largest Drone Attack Ahead Of Putin-Trump Call

Pakistani FM Dar To Visit China On Monday To Discuss Evolving Regional Situation

Israel Launches ‘Extensive’ New Ground Operations In Gaza As Airstrikes Kill At Least 103 People

What Did We Miss While India Pakistan Conflict Was On?

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Raqami Islamic Digital Bank Limited awarded restricted license by SBP to commence operations

Raqami has received a restricted licence from SBP to begin pilot operations as a Shariah-compliant digital retail bank in Pakistan.

Justice without borders: How Joseph Dedvukaj became a trusted legal ally for Pakistani expats in America

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Islamabad’s New Blue Area set to host the tallest building of the region

Faisal Town teams up with Aedas to launch Pakistan’s tallest, most sustainable tower.

The madness of Modi’s media

Several held in India over alleged links to Pakistan, remarks on military officers

Pakistani journalists cast doubts on allegations against travel vlogger Jyoti Malhotra.

Pakistan , Updated 19 May, 2025 10:11am

Several held in India over alleged links to Pakistan, remarks on military officers

Daughter of SC judge absolved of charges in hit-and-run case

Victim’s father says he lodged FIR out of misunderstanding.

Pakistan , Updated 18 May, 2025 01:34pm

Daughter of SC judge absolved of charges in hit-and-run case

‘We will never bow down to Indian hegemony,’ DG ISPR says

Says," India is not Israel and Pakistan is not Palestine"; Pakistan will never be "deterred" or "coerced".

Pakistan , Updated 18 May, 2025 11:05pm

‘We will never bow down to Indian hegemony,’ DG ISPR says

War and peace

Instead of constantly evoking the spectre of war, India and Pakistan should work towards peace.

Newspaper , Updated 18 May, 2025 08:31am

Pakistan to send high-level diplomatic mission globally to ‘expose Indian propaganda’: state media

Committee comprises Bilawal Bhutto, Musadik Malik, Khurram Dastgir, Senator Sherry Rehman, Hina Rabbani Khar, Faisal Subzwari, Tehmina Janjua and Jalil Abbas Jilani.

Pakistan , Published 18 May, 2025 06:18pm

Pakistan to send high-level diplomatic mission globally to ‘expose Indian propaganda’: state media

PM tasks Bilawal with presenting Pakistan’s case ‘for peace’ on global arena

Bilawal says honoured to accept responsibility for leading delegation; India to send seven all-party delegations to different countries to present stance.

World , Published 17 May, 2025 10:30pm

PM tasks Bilawal with presenting Pakistan’s case ‘for peace’ on global arena

New facilities introduced for Haj pilgrims, says DG of Haj Mission

Include round-the-clock pilgrim support services with 1,200 Pakistan-based staff, 600 Saudi-based local welfare personnel.

Pakistan , Updated 17 May, 2025 11:58am

New facilities introduced for Haj pilgrims, says DG of Haj Mission

THE MADNESS OF MODI’S MEDIA

India’s mainstream media has traded fact for fantasy, devolving into a propaganda machine that espouses delusional narratives, endangers regional peace and erodes public reason.

Newspaper , Updated 18 May, 2025 12:16pm

Lahore ATC to indict over 260 in Jinnah House attack case

PTI leaders include Yasmin Rashid, Mian Mehmoodur Rasheed, Omar Sarfraz Cheema and Senator Ejaz Chaudhry.

Pakistan , Updated 18 May, 2025 09:12am

Lahore ATC to indict over 260 in Jinnah House attack case

Balochistan, GB celebrate military victory over India

Citizens, officials laud military’s sacrifices, pledge national unity and defence.

Pakistan , Updated 17 May, 2025 12:18pm

Balochistan, GB celebrate military victory over India

Business leaders up in arms against new tax law

Warn misguided policies pose a greater threat to the country’s economic stability than external adversaries.

Business , Updated 18 May, 2025 09:18am

Business leaders up in arms against new tax law

Aleema Khanum and PTI’s Kanwal Shauzab face off in tense court exchange over leaked video

Court rejects request of PTI founder's sister to travel abroad.

Pakistan , Published 17 May, 2025 06:00pm

Aleema Khanum and PTI’s Kanwal Shauzab face off in tense court exchange over leaked video

SMOKERS’ CORNER: INDIA'S FAILED GAMBIT

India was met with unexpected national unity, military pushback and global scrutiny — thus reshaping the regional narrative.

Newspaper , Updated 18 May, 2025 12:20pm

Friendless against Pakistan, India curbs business with Turkiye, Azerbaijan

Mumbai, Ahmedabad airports order Turkish firm to immediately hand over all its ground handling facilities.

World , Updated 17 May, 2025 09:34am

Friendless against Pakistan, India curbs business with Turkiye, Azerbaijan

WWF-Pakistan opposes move to export snow leopards to Russia

Body says no "compelling conservation rationale" for transferring these animals.

World , Updated 18 May, 2025 09:15am

WWF-Pakistan opposes move to export snow leopards to Russia

Braving dissent

Standing alone is still better than surrendering together.

Newspaper , Updated 18 May, 2025 03:00pm

International law & Indus wars

India’s interference in the flow of the Chenab constitutes an internationally wrongful act.

Newspaper , Updated 17 May, 2025 05:40pm

Indian veterans to be redeployed as security guards in held Kashmir

Over 430 of 4,000 veterans have licensed personal weapons.

World , Updated 18 May, 2025 09:43am

Indian veterans to be redeployed as security guards in held Kashmir

Nakba II to rock Europe, ME

The penny may be dropping but it is already too late for 18,000 children, most of them below the age of 10.

World , Updated 18 May, 2025 08:51am

FBI calls deadly California fertility clinic bombing an ‘act of terrorism’

One dies in the blast as official says clinic was deliberately targeted.

World , Published 18 May, 2025 11:51am

FBI calls deadly California fertility clinic bombing an ‘act of terrorism’

Time for a Saarc summit

Saarc has historically served as a platform to facilitate engagement between India and Pakistan.

Newspaper , Published 18 May, 2025 08:04am

Unequal taxation

PAKISTAN’S inefficient, growth-inhibiting, distortive and unjust tax system can justifiably be described as the...

Newspaper , Published 18 May, 2025 07:58am

Humour on the battlefield

All sorts of upheavals have created a national understanding that worrying at the individual level simply does not matter.

Pakistan , Updated 17 May, 2025 09:08am

Brooklyn Bridge ship crash kills two people: NYC mayor

The Mexican Navy ship was sailing to Iceland, says NYPD.

World , Published 18 May, 2025 12:29pm

Brooklyn Bridge ship crash kills two people: NYC mayor

UK urges ‘all sides’ to meet treaty obligations amid India’s suspension of IWT

David Lammy says Britain working with US to ensure enduring ceasefire; Trump says Washington averted likely Pak-India nuclear war.

World , Updated 17 May, 2025 09:25pm

UK urges ‘all sides’ to meet treaty obligations amid India’s suspension of IWT

Pakistan aims to bridge South and Central Asian economies: minister

Aleem Khan says country intends to facilitate Central Asia’s access to warm waters.

Pakistan , Updated 18 May, 2025 04:02pm

Pakistan aims to bridge South and Central Asian economies: minister

Turkiye’s Celebi sues India over ‘vague’ clearance pullback amid South Asia tension

“Mere rhetoric of national security without elaborating upon in what manner is an entity a threat to national security is unsustainable in law,” the company says in court filing.

World , Published 16 May, 2025 11:17pm

Turkiye’s Celebi sues India over ‘vague’ clearance pullback amid South Asia tension

Tariff reform

Planned import policy reforms signify a major positive shift in the govt’s economic and growth strategy.

Newspaper , Updated 17 May, 2025 08:51am

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Newspaper , Published 18 May, 2025 03:22am

PTI’s Shah Mahmood Qureshi moved to cardio institute due to heart pain

His lawyer says various tests are underway, jail administration has informed his family.

Pakistan , Updated 17 May, 2025 02:54pm

PTI’s Shah Mahmood Qureshi moved to cardio institute due to heart pain

Return to Nam

Vietnam expects its tourism sector to reach $135bn by 2033.

Newspaper , Published 18 May, 2025 08:01am

SIC seeks fresh bench for reserved seats case review

Five major objections to the composition of the 11-judge constitutional bench raised.

Pakistan , Published 18 May, 2025 07:26am

SIC seeks fresh bench for reserved seats case review

Health crimes

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Newspaper , Published 18 May, 2025 07:57am

Police launch investigation as Ahmadi doctor shot dead in Sargodha

Dr Sheikh Muhammad Mahmood, 58, was a renowned gastroenterologist and doctor in the city.

Pakistan , Updated 17 May, 2025 08:01am

Police launch investigation as Ahmadi doctor shot dead in Sargodha

FM Dar to visit China tomorrow to discuss evolving regional situation

FO says two sides will review entire spectrum of Pak-China relations, exchange views on regional, global developments of mutual interest.

, Updated 18 May, 2025 08:52pm

FM Dar to visit China tomorrow to discuss evolving regional situation

PM Shehbaz, DG ISPR hail Iran’s peace efforts amid Pak-India escalation

Military chief spokesperson warns of forces seeking to create rift between Islamabad and Tehran; president visits Gujranwala Cantonment.

Pakistan , Updated 17 May, 2025 11:32pm

PM Shehbaz, DG ISPR hail Iran’s peace efforts amid Pak-India escalation

Iran’s Khamenei says Trump is lying when he speaks of peace

President Masoud Pezeshkian also says Trump speaks about peace while simultaneously making threats.

World , Updated 17 May, 2025 07:03pm

Iran’s Khamenei says Trump is lying when he speaks of peace

Moody’s cuts America’s pristine credit rating, citing rising debt

Announcement draws criticism from people close to Trump.

World , Published 17 May, 2025 08:17pm

Moody’s cuts America’s pristine credit rating, citing rising debt

Sirbaz Khan becomes first Pakistani to summit all 8,000ers sans supplementary oxygen

Achieves feat after climbing third highest peak in world situated in Nepal this morning.

Pakistan , Updated 18 May, 2025 05:30pm

Sirbaz Khan becomes first Pakistani to summit all 8,000ers sans supplementary oxygen

Trump touts trade incentives as ‘peace-building tool’

Insists Pak-India ceasefire one of his biggest successes; describes his Gulf tour as "a major, major success".

World , Published 18 May, 2025 07:51am

Trump touts trade incentives as ‘peace-building tool’

Efforts on with US for ‘enduring’ ceasefire: UK

David Lammy wraps up Islamabad trip, says working to ensure Pakistan-India dialogue, CBMs.

Newspaper , Published 18 May, 2025 07:42am

Efforts on with US for ‘enduring’ ceasefire: UK

Let rivers flow

The IWT remains technically functional but ecologically flawed.

Newspaper , Published 17 May, 2025 06:45am

At least 17 killed in building fire in India’s Hyderabad

Indian PM Narendra Modi expresses “deep grief” over the loss of life.

World , Published 18 May, 2025 02:26pm

At least 17 killed in building fire in India’s Hyderabad

11m people facing acute food insecurity in Pakistan: FAO

UN body's report says malnutrition affected 2.1m children in 10 months, climate shocks may further aggravate situation.

Pakistan , Updated 18 May, 2025 09:39am

11m people facing acute food insecurity in Pakistan: FAO

Olive value chain policy submitted to cabinet for approval

The country spent $3.33bn on edible oil imports last fiscal year.

Business , Updated 18 May, 2025 09:34am

Olive value chain policy submitted to cabinet for approval

PM Shehbaz cross-examined in defamation suit against Imran

Says baseless allegations were made of Nawaz offering PTI founder a bribe of Rs10bn through his brother.

Pakistan , Published 18 May, 2025 07:33am

PM Shehbaz cross-examined in defamation suit against Imran

FIA detains 4 Pakistani suspected human smugglers from UAE in Karachi

Detained men transferred to Anti-Human Trafficking Circle for further legal action.

Pakistan , Updated 17 May, 2025 09:50pm

FIA detains 4 Pakistani suspected human smugglers from UAE in Karachi

Food import bill nears $7bn in July-April

Exports slip slightly to $6.2bn.

Business , Updated 18 May, 2025 09:06am

Food import bill nears $7bn in July-April

Two PTI workers held in Swabi under Peca

They have been accused of using social media platforms against the security forces.

Pakistan , Updated 18 May, 2025 12:50pm

Two PTI workers held in Swabi under Peca

Rising heat

AS the mercury continues to rise mercilessly across Pakistan, it becomes painfully clear that climate change has hit...

Newspaper , Published 17 May, 2025 06:47am

Experts sceptical about longevity of ceasefire between Pakistan and India

New Delhi wanted to bury Kashmir issue but has ended up reviving it, thanks to US intervention, says Mushahid Hussain.

Pakistan , Updated 17 May, 2025 11:29am

Experts sceptical about longevity of ceasefire between Pakistan and India

Indian boycott of Turkish goods condemned in Quetta

Traders say Pakistan aspires to have good trade relations with all countries.

Pakistan , Updated 17 May, 2025 09:23am

Indian boycott of Turkish goods condemned in Quetta

NA passes money bill along with eight others

Citizenship amendment bill deferred, two others introduced; MNA flags delay in ADB-funded bridges on Kalam Road.

Pakistan , Updated 17 May, 2025 07:25am

NA passes money bill along with eight others

Saudi airline resumes first Iran Haj flights since 2015: official

Says flights would also be added from Mashhad in Iran, allowing more than 35,000 pilgrims to travel for Haj.

World , Published 18 May, 2025 07:57pm

Saudi airline resumes first Iran Haj flights since 2015: official

Students, parents in Karachi face hardship over tough O/A-level exam schedule

Candidates say they have to sit for two, sometimes even three, exams in one day.

Pakistan , Updated 18 May, 2025 01:39pm

Students, parents in Karachi face hardship over tough O/A-level exam schedule

Missing link

FINANCE Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb now has much to his credit, which is why his promise that the M6 motorway will ...

Newspaper , Published 17 May, 2025 06:47am

3 killed in two separate shooting incidents in Balochistan’s Panjgur: police

DC says action is being taken to arrest the suspects.

Pakistan , Published 18 May, 2025 08:01pm

3 killed in two separate shooting incidents in Balochistan’s Panjgur: police

Bangladesh easing visa policy for Pakistani traders

The move aims to foster economic growth in the region.

World , Updated 18 May, 2025 10:45am

Bangladesh easing visa policy for Pakistani traders

Islamabad, Delhi gained nothing but miseries from wars: PM Shehbaz

India asked to sit for talks on Kashmir issue, water distribution, joint fight against terrorism.

Pakistan , Updated 17 May, 2025 08:08am

Islamabad, Delhi gained nothing but miseries from wars: PM Shehbaz

DG ISPR warns of ‘swift and assured response’ in case India breaks ceasefire

A serious escalation between India and Pakistan would destroy both sides, says DG ISPR Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry.

Pakistan India Tensions , Updated 15 May, 2025 07:25pm

DG ISPR warns of ‘swift and assured response’ in case India breaks ceasefire

India weighs plan to slash Pakistan water supply with new Indus river project

Plans under discussion involve doubling of length of the Ranbir canal on Chenab to 120km, WB president says no provision in IWT for suspension.

Pakistan , Updated 16 May, 2025 04:53pm

India weighs plan to slash Pakistan water supply with new Indus river project

Analysis: Fragile truce — a pause or a path to peace?

For Pakistan, stability means addressing root causes, not simply freezing the conflict, but the tone from New Delhi remains intentionally severe.

Newspaper , Updated 17 May, 2025 08:18am

Analysis: Fragile truce — a pause or a path to peace?

PM Shehbaz nominates ministers Kheal Das, Ramesh Singh to attend oath-taking ceremony of Pope Leo

They will represent Pakistan in Pope Leo’s oath-taking ceremony in Vatican City tomorrow.

World , Published 17 May, 2025 02:26pm

PM Shehbaz nominates ministers Kheal Das, Ramesh Singh to attend oath-taking ceremony of Pope Leo

In pictures: First US Pope Leo XIV marks the beginning of papacy at inaugural mass

Pope Leo calls for a stop to the exploitation and marginalisation of the poor.

World , Updated 18 May, 2025 05:24pm

In pictures: First US Pope Leo XIV marks the beginning of papacy at inaugural mass

Peace committee member killed in exchange of fire with militants in Lakki Marwat: police

Police say around 50 militants attacked Begukhel village with small and heavy weapons on Saturday night in apparent act of revenge.

Pakistan , Published 18 May, 2025 07:12pm

Peace committee member killed in exchange of fire with militants in Lakki Marwat: police

Budgeting austerity

The past policy of squeezing salaried classes and fully documented corporations to collect taxes will not work any longer.

Newspaper , Updated 16 May, 2025 08:14am

Cartoon: 17 May, 2025

Newspaper , Published 17 May, 2025 04:32am

THE GRAPEVINE

Cowardly Aggression

Newspaper , Published 18 May, 2025 07:52am

Moscow demands Kyiv pull back troops before ceasefire

Russia says Putin-Zelensky meeting possible only after agreement.

World , Updated 18 May, 2025 09:30am

Moscow demands Kyiv pull back troops before ceasefire

China’s LandSpace launches improved methane-powered rocket

LandSpace Technology launches six satellites into orbit, doubling down on cheap, cleaner fuel.

World , Published 17 May, 2025 11:06am

China’s LandSpace launches improved methane-powered rocket

Govt achieved economic revival under PM Shehbaz, will provide relief in next budget: Sanaullah

PML-N delegation calls on governor Sindh; MQM leaders brief on Karachi urban projects.

Pakistan , Published 18 May, 2025 07:22pm

Govt achieved economic revival under PM Shehbaz, will provide relief in next budget: Sanaullah

India summons Turkish envoy over Erdogan's remarks on Kashmir

India says Erdogan's remarks will have a bearing on bilateral trade.

World , Updated 18 Feb, 2020 08:14am

India summons Turkish envoy over Erdogan's remarks on Kashmir

Pope Leo urges unity for divided Church, vows not to be ‘autocrat’

Pontiff takes first ride in popemobile around St. Peter's Square; many world leaders present including US Vice President Vance.

World , Published 18 May, 2025 03:58pm

Pope Leo urges unity for divided Church, vows not to be ‘autocrat’

Story time: The white coat ceremony

For many people, the white coat worn by doctors, lab workers and nurses is nothing more than a uniform linked to the...

Newspaper , Published 17 May, 2025 07:57am

Rebuilding trust

Both countries will have to restart the dialogue process. One major step India can take would be to honour the IWT.

Newspaper , Updated 15 May, 2025 08:43am

National Assembly passes landmark bill to criminalise child marriages in Islamabad

No nikah khwan shall register a marriage where one or both contracting parties are below 18 years of age, says bill.

Pakistan , Updated 17 May, 2025 12:02pm

National Assembly passes landmark bill to criminalise child marriages in Islamabad

Istanbul talks laid bare Ukraine-Russia chasm

The talks show that the two countries are far from agreement on the steps needed for a ceasefire.

World , Updated 18 May, 2025 10:54am

Istanbul talks laid bare Ukraine-Russia chasm

OPINION

After the crisis

An uneasy truce prevails between India and Pakistan with dim prospects of any diplomatic re-engagement.

Maleeha Lodhi

Politics of hate

Aisha Khan

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Naeem Sadiq

Hubris & humiliation

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EDITORIAL

Famine in waiting

Without decisive action, Pakistan risks falling deeper into a chronic cycle of hunger and poverty. Food insecurity is most harrowing in Gaza.

Erratic policy

THE state needs to make up its mind on the import of used vehicles. According to recent news reports, the FBR may be...

Overdue solace

LATE consolation is a norm for Pakistanis. Although welcome, a newly passed bill that demands tough laws and...

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In Balochistan, where challenges in the delivery of healthcare and access to education are aplenty, the prolonged suspension of the BMC’s operation has sparked a debate.

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