'Last 2 years were difficult, but things are improving': PM Imran addresses nation on Independence Day
"I know it hasn't been easy for the people, I understand the difficulties they faced," says the premier.
Pakistan marks 73 years of Independence with traditional zeal across the country
President, premier urge nation to stay united in face of challenges and reflect upon the country's progress so far.
Iran, Turkey lash out at UAE over agreement with Israel
Turkish Foreign Ministry says the UAE had no authority to negotiate with Israel on behalf of the Palestinians.
Lahore court orders lawful action in song shooting case
Petitioner seeks action against Bilal Saeed, Saba Qamar and the production house of the music video.
New Zealand virus outbreak spreads beyond Auckland
Infections outside Auckland come despite a strict lockdown in New Zealand's largest city.
Trump, Biden trade barbs on coronavirus response
US president tells Joe Biden to "stop playing politics with the virus" after latter urged country to wear masks.
PML-Q for ‘cautious’ diplomacy with Saudi Arabia
PML-Q leaders question FO’s diplomacy for ignoring the nature of the country’s relations with Saudi Arabia.
Lebanon assembly ratifies state of emergency after deadly blast
Top diplomats jetted in to show solidarity and contribute to the massive ongoing aid effort.
Into the future via the past
Editorial: August 14 thoughts
What actually happened during the clash in Lahore?
Humayun Saeed, Resham and Bushra Ansari among recipients of civil awards
Throwback to some of Pakistani fashion’s global milestones
Google wishes Pakistan happy Independence Day with a doodle
Do we have the freedoms that we expected from independence?
Covid-19 fails to dampen craze for Jashn-i-Azaadi memorabilia
Watch the winning films of the #CreativeDistancing video story contest
'Bold, shameful,' 'good news' — Historic Israel-UAE deal draws varied international reactions
Timeline — Israel, UAE deal follows years of failed peace initiatives
Millions of smiles in the time of Corona
The true story of how 10 million meals reached those who need it the most in Pakistan.
Over last 24 hours
COAS to visit Saudi Arabia in quest to smooth ties
Riyadh is irked by criticism from Pakistan that Saudi Arabia has been lukewarm on the Kashmir territorial dispute.
Israel, UAE reach 'historic peace agreement'
As per the US-brokered deal, Israeli and UAE delegations will sign bilateral agreements on a range of subjects.
5 Rafales or 500, Pakistan is 'absolutely ready' for India: DG ISPR
Maj Gen Iftikhar says India's defence spending and budget compared to Pakistan's is affecting the region's conventional balance.
PM Imran inaugurates long-awaited Peshawar BRT project
"This is the best metro bus project in the country," says the premier.
3 killed, 100 others arrested in India after violence erupts over anti-Islam Facebook post
Pakistan calls upon Indian govt to investigate incident, take immediate action against perpetrators of religious hatred.
Road to climate justice
The idea of a just transition is emerging as a necessary condition for effective climate action.
The jump, not quite
The PML-N was torn between the urge to seize the moment and not irk the authorities beyond a certain limit.
A way out
Aug 14 is an occasion to introspect, especially for the youth’s sake.
Ignoring colonialism
History’s role is often overlooked in assessing development.
Aug 14 thoughts
Often, in state policies, there appears to be more emphasis on form and less on substance.
A rare consensus
ON Wednesday, the National Assembly passed five more FATF-related bills as a result of an understanding between the...
Russian vaccine
AS countries race to produce the first coronavirus vaccine, Russia’s claims that it has approved such a vaccine...
Humayun Saeed, Resham and Bushra Ansari among recipients of civil awards
Other names from the acting fraternity being honoured include Sakina Samo and Talat Hussain
Google wishes Pakistan happy Independence Day with a doodle
Illustrated in the Doodle artwork is the fortified eastern entrance of Pakistan’s historic Khojak Tunnel
Throwback to some of Pakistani fashion’s global milestones
A trip down memory lane reveals that, long before lawn and bling smothered our senses, proud fashion forward moments did exist.
Release of Kaavan the elephant reignites zoo debate in Pakistan
On World Elephant Day, we rejoice at the impending freedom of Kaavan from Islamabad's Marghazar Zoo.
Three major scientific controversies about coronavirus
Face masks, number of cases and immunity against the virus remain topics where scientists still disagree on.
How Covid-19 might increase risk of memory loss and cognitive decline
Of all frightening ways that the virus affects the body, one of the more insidious is the effect of Covid-19 on the brain.
World
Iran, Turkey lash out at UAE over agreement with Israel
Turkish Foreign Ministry says the UAE had no authority to negotiate with Israel on behalf of the Palestinians.
Trump, Biden trade barbs on coronavirus response
US president tells Joe Biden to "stop playing politics with the virus" after latter urged country to wear masks.
New Zealand virus outbreak spreads beyond Auckland
In just four days, New Zealand has gone from a transmission-free haven to contemplating national lockdown.
UNDERVALUING THE LINCHPINS
Pakistan's Lady Health Workers and polio vaccinators are not being treated like the great assets that they are
POLITICS: THE CONVERSION OF HAGIA SOPHIA
In reversing the status of the Hagia Sophia, Turkey’s President Erdogan has issued a challenge, not only to the secular...
FOOTBALL: A LEAGUE FOR PAKISTAN FOOTBALL
Player development, proper infrastructure, funding, facilities for talent at the grassroots level and clubs are the pillars...
THE ICON INTERVIEW: THE RELUCTANT ROCKSTAR
Looking at Deepak Perwani 26 years on, one often wonders whatever happened to the rockstar designer from the past? Is fashion
SOUNDSCAPE: SING, PRAY, LOVE
Ahsan Bari’s five-song EP, Guzarish, is all about optimism, togetherness, and finding joy even in the hardest of times
THE GRAPEVINE
On July 30, singer and social worker Shehzad Roy took to social media to tell his fans that he and his family had been infected
