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9 killed in blast near Lahore's Ferozepur Road; police suspect suicide attack
Explosion occurs in a busy locality near the office of Punjab chief minister.
'Politics can wait': Ch Nisar postpones press conference in light of Lahore blast
"I've been ill but I would rather go back today, than discuss politics while a tragedy has hit the country," says Nisar.
DG Pemra tried to mislead court by submitting incomplete Nehal Hashmi speech: SC
Records of Hashmi's speech submitted by Pemra differ from the version that aired on TV, say judges.
Senate resolution demands immediate removal of SBP Governor Tariq Bajwa
Section 10 of the SBP Act 1956, dealing with qualification of the governor, has been violated, senators claim.
Supreme Court stays execution of convict sentenced to death by military court
The accused, Mohammad Akbar, was convicted of murdering two soldiers in 2009.
'PML-N's claim of PTI acquiring funds from non-Muslims is an attempt to malign minorities'
PTI submits documents in the apex court, rejects allegations levelled by PML-N's Hanif Abbasi.
Oil tanker owners announce countrywide strike
The strike comes days after Ogra called for strict implementation of policies following the tragic incident in Ahmedpur.
US expert rejects Afghan envoy's claim that young Pakistan Army officers back terrorism
Lack of clarity in Washington’s policies preventing Pakistan from breaking links with Haqqani network: Robin Raphel.
Mahira Khan, Mawra Hocane and Maya Ali embody glamour in the new Lux TVC
The Lux Girls want you to find your signature scent, because there's no one quite like YOU.
Over last 24 hours
Army captures strategic mountain top in Rajgal
Announces completion of ‘swifter-than-expected’ Operation Khyber-IV’s first phase
Don’t let this moment of opportunity slip away, IMF warns Pakistan
IMF official cautions present trends could undermine macroeconomic stability “if the reforms do not continue”.
Ducks not in a row
Ouster the old-fashioned way is about getting rid of someone now and dealing with the future later.
Nawaz Sharif did not conceal employment in UAE company: PM's lawyer submits reply in SC
Khawaja Harris refutes JIT's allegation that PM tried to hide his employment in the offshore firm.
Imran Khan looking for defectors in PML-N’s ‘divided house’
PTI leaders approaching ‘clean’ ruling party activists in a bid to revitalise party’s Rawalpindi chapter
Paradox of accountability
Perfectly legitimate civilian accountability also becomes military politics by other means.
Post-Panama Pakistan
The choice on offer, while not ideal, should still be clear enough.
Half empty
The economic disconnect is all too evident.
Robocalypse now?
Teachers, actors and even journalists aren’t safe anymore.
Khyber operation
RAPID successes in the first phase of Operation Khyber IV in Rajgal Valley in Khyber Agency is welcome news. With ...
Drug pricing
PAKISTAN has the second highest prevalence rate of hepatitis C in the world. Yet, more than 18 months since the...
Jerusalem violence
A NEW cycle of violence has begun in Palestine. The latest clashes have originated around the revered, and ...
Today's Toon
Hamza Ali Abbasi wants us to know (again) that item songs are bad, very bad
The actor is horrified at how PEMRA can allow such risque content to air on TV
Mahira Khan, Mawra Hocane and Maya Ali embody glamour in the new Lux TVC
The Lux Girls want you to find your signature scent, because there's no one quite like YOU.
TV drama Ghairat explores the aftermath of an honour killing
What happens to the woman who sees her brother set their sister on fire because she had fallen in love?
World
24 killed as car bomb explodes in western Kabul
Taliban claim car bomb that hit bus carrying employees of the ministry of mines during rush hour.
China reiterates demand for India to pull back troops amid border standoff
Beijing asks India not to underestimate its determination to safeguard sovereign territory.
Mideast growth to dive as Saudi economy stagnates: IMF
The economies of countries in MENA, as well as Pakistan and Afghanistan, will subside to just 2.6pc growth this year.
Blogs
Lahore is a city made better by the indomitable spirit of Pakhtuns
Lahore wouldn't be Lahore if it weren't for the Pakhtuns of the city
Makli, once a resplendent city now stands in dire need of preservation
The hallmark of Makli is the variety of forms of decoration, which represent the genius of the people of Thatta.
It's the PCB, not captain Sana Mir, who's responsible for Women's WC performance
Sana Mir losing her position in the team is a craven attempt to unjustly blame the most valuable player.
BLOOD, TEARS, PARACHINAR
It wasn’t the attack of the enemy that surprised us; it was the silence of our fellow citizens
GHOULS AND GHOSTS
The reality of conflict is layered and complex
TRAVEL: TRAVERSING AN ANCIENT ROUTE
Eleven Pakistanis from around the world team up to travel along the Silk Road
CURTAIN RAISER: ENTER THE MILLENNIALS
Coke Studio Season 10 will feature a new breed of artists — those who have grown under the wings of established musician
CINEMASCOPE: BEYOND THE BATTLE
War for the Planet of the Apes is a worthy finale to this third franchise
THE GRAPEVINE
My oh my! Sometimes it becomes hard to match what showbiz stars say and do. Sara Loren, the artist formally known
