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CDF visits SSG headquarters, stresses operational readiness for tackling security threats: ISPR

ISPR says CDF Munir briefed on SSG's “specialised training, operational preparedness and mission-oriented readiness”.

Updated 05 Nov, 2026 07:43pm

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Houthi spokesperson terms Saudi claim of missile interception over Madina ‘egregious allegation’

Trump pondering renewed military action against Iran with "short, intensive" operation, report says.

Updated 05 Nov, 2026 09:12pm

Collision between passenger bus, truck near Pakpattan claims 11 lives

Punjab CM Maryam seeks report; at least 33 others injured.

Published 05 Nov, 2026 10:45pm

Gadi Eisenkot tipped to seek Israel government with backing of Arab lists

Arab-majority lists won an unprecedented 19 seats in the election, making them potential kingmakers if Eisenkot’s opposition chooses to work with them.

Published 05 Nov, 2026 10:03pm

Fresh polio case from KP’s Khyber district takes nationwide tally for 2026 to 9

This is the third case from the district and seventh from KP; NEOC says all cases detected from Khyber have genetic linkages to Afghanistan.

Updated 05 Nov, 2026 08:50pm

Official says 273 arrested in NCCIA raid on 'illegal' call centre on Karachi's Sharea Faisal

Agency claims raid part of a major operation against an alleged international fraud network; suspects' relatives stage protest on main artery, hampering traffic.

Published 05 Nov, 2026 09:41pm

Citizens in Islamabad left hanging amid unavailability of influenza vaccines

Drap CEO Dr Obaidullah Malik says Chinese vaccine to be made available by Nov 15; Health Minister Mustafa Kamal says only prominent brands unavailable in the market.

Published 05 Nov, 2026 08:46pm

Largely peaceful marches take place across France as workers stage strike

“We are going to bring the French people back together. We are going to restore public services," presidential candidate Raphael Glucksmann says.

Published 05 Nov, 2026 10:07pm

Govt announces public holiday on Nov 9 for Iqbal Day

Notification issued by Cabinet Division says Nov 9 shall be a public holiday throughout the country.

Updated 05 Nov, 2026 07:53pm

Pakistan go down to India despite late onslaught in SAFF Championship opener

Trailing 3-0 at half-time, Pakistan mounted a spirited fightback, with Najeebullah and Alamgir finding the net in injury time to give the Shaheens hope of an unlikely comeback.

Published 05 Nov, 2026 05:42pm

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Collision between passenger bus, truck near Pakpattan claims 11 lives

ECP sets Feb 7 as polling date for first phase of Punjab local govt elections; KP polls delayed

PTI workers detained in UAE: LHC terms foreign ministry's report unsatisfactory

Lahore’s air pollution a year-round problem, worsened by winter and agricultural burning: report

LHC moved for early LG polls in Punjab

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Six months of record-breaking development: Union Town offers fully developed, possession-ready plots on Pine Avenue

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Sarsabz farmers claim all three provincial titles in Punjab's Wheat Yield Competition 2025-26

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Collision between passenger bus, truck near Pakpattan claims 11 lives

ECP sets Feb 7 as polling date for first phase of Punjab local govt elections; KP polls delayed

PTI workers detained in UAE: LHC terms foreign ministry's report unsatisfactory

Lahore’s air pollution a year-round problem, worsened by winter and agricultural burning: report

LHC moved for early LG polls in Punjab

US hears Pakistan’s concerns over terrorism from Afghanistan, would play ‘productive role’ if there is one: Rubio

"We're against terrorism no matter where it emanates from and who it targets," US secretary of state says.

World , Updated 01 Nov, 2026 07:03pm

US hears Pakistan’s concerns over terrorism from Afghanistan, would play ‘productive role’ if there is one: Rubio

Democrats win US Congress in midterm rout of Trump

Vote reflects deep anger over living costs, tariffs and Trump's war against Iran, which has sent fuel prices soaring and compounded dissatisfaction with an already deeply unpopular president.

World , Updated 04 Nov, 2026 08:37pm

Democrats win US Congress in midterm rout of Trump

Pakistan successfully tests its first indigenously developed air-to-air missile Fa’az: ISPR

Military's media wing says Fa'az is equipped with a state-of-the-art terminal guidance system and can engage enemy targets at longer ranges.

Pakistan , Updated 04 Nov, 2026 01:29am

Pakistan successfully tests its first indigenously developed air-to-air missile Fa’az: ISPR

Pakistan's Maliha Ali topples Russia's Drozdova at MMA world championships

Maliha secured the first two rounds using strong cage control and ground strikes, and managed to fend off a late takedown attempt in the match.

Sport , Published 04 Nov, 2026 12:01pm

Pakistan's Maliha Ali topples Russia's Drozdova at MMA world championships

Democratic takeover of US Congress: What happens next

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'We did it!': Democrat El-Sayed hails US Senate win, becomes first Muslim elected to upper chamber of Congress

Addressing US Vice President Vance, El-Sayed says in his victory speech: “You're constitutionally obligated to swear me in in January".

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SSGC announces winter gas supply schedule for Sindh, Balochistan

Under the schedule, gas will be available from 6:30am to 9am, 12pm to 2:30pm and 6pm to 9pm.

Pakistan , Updated 04 Nov, 2026 01:54pm

SSGC announces winter gas supply schedule for Sindh, Balochistan

Govt weighs options to recover $800m from Etisalat

Cabinet asks attorney general’s office to prepare case for international arbitration.

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Govt weighs options to recover $800m from Etisalat

Riyadh rolls over $3bn as prospects of $10bn US facility wane

Finance minister says proposed US facility not essential, would provide additional support if secured; Saudi facility extended for "reasonable period".

Newspaper , Published 05 Nov, 2026 07:00am

Riyadh rolls over $3bn as prospects of $10bn US facility wane

Refinery audit may cut prices by Rs40-50/litre

Sector earns Rs32.2bn in July-Sept, almost 20 times higher than Rs1.6bn a year ago.

Newspaper , Published 04 Nov, 2026 07:00am

Refinery audit may cut prices by Rs40-50/litre

US Vice President JD Vance says Iran war is 'the reason we lost' midterms

Vance, a longtime vocal critic of US foreign interventionism, has reportedly been sceptical behind the scenes about the war on Iran.

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US Vice President JD Vance says Iran war is 'the reason we lost' midterms

Adrian Hamilton-Manns appointed new PIA chief executive officer

PIA says the appointment “marks a pivotal chapter” in the airline’s ongoing transformation.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Nov, 2026 08:59pm

Adrian Hamilton-Manns appointed new PIA chief executive officer

Belated meeting

Whether it is Imran Khan, his family members, or other incarcerated political leaders and activists, the state should not deny them their rights.

Newspaper , Updated 04 Nov, 2026 08:10am

Electoral reform

The real problem is the gulf between the statute book and what happens on polling day, not the laws.

Newspaper , Updated 04 Nov, 2026 07:58am

ECP objects to retired SC judge's remarks about 2023 ruling on polls in Punjab and KP, reserved seats case

Says it is “unfortunate” that a retired judge is taking a position against the Constitution and the law.

Pakistan , Updated 04 Nov, 2026 08:00pm

ECP objects to retired SC judge's remarks about 2023 ruling on polls in Punjab and KP, reserved seats case

Historic leadership firsts for minorities across US in midterm vote

The first Black female governor, the first openly gay male senator and the first female Native American governor all won groundbreaking elections in the vote that racked up resounding wins for Democrats.

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Asif says Chaudhry Salik's remarks about corruption in Punjab 'beyond my understanding'

Marriyum Aurangzeb calls on the PML-Q minister to either fulfil his responsibilities or step down from his role.

Pakistan , Updated 04 Nov, 2026 09:42pm

Asif says Chaudhry Salik's remarks about corruption in Punjab 'beyond my understanding'

Govt cuts petrol price by Rs5.45 per litre, high-speed diesel by Rs3.68

Petrol will retail at Rs369.06 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs391.28 on Wednesday; reduction comes as global oil prices slide 2pc.

Business , Updated 04 Nov, 2026 11:01pm

Govt cuts petrol price by Rs5.45 per litre, high-speed diesel by Rs3.68

Turning of the American tide

What looks clever in one season reads very differently at a hearing in the next.

Newspaper , Updated 05 Nov, 2026 01:16pm

Govt says Islamabad's One Constitution Avenue to be turned into a five-star hotel

Ahsan Iqbal says the JIT has recommended the project be started anew and auctioned in a transparent manner; Mohsin Naqvi says government to make "rightful payments to occupants".

Pakistan , Updated 04 Nov, 2026 10:07pm

Govt says Islamabad's One Constitution Avenue to be turned into a five-star hotel

Shrinking degree premium

To change how our society views skills, we need to bring them into the formal education system.

Newspaper , Published 04 Nov, 2026 07:01am

New provinces, old solutions

Administrative boundaries are not sacrosanct and must be viewed as mechanisms designed to serve evolving and defined public interest.

Newspaper , Updated 04 Nov, 2026 08:29am

Petrol price dropped by Rs7.06 per litre, high-speed diesel by Rs3.71

Following the revision, petrol will retail at Rs362.00 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs387.81.

Business , Updated 04 Nov, 2026 11:23pm

Petrol price dropped by Rs7.06 per litre, high-speed diesel by Rs3.71

Soaring LPG prices force rickshaw drivers in Pakistan to cut meals

Thousands of drivers run their vehicles on LPG, which is sold in cylinders and mainly used for cooking and heating.

Pakistan , Published 03 Nov, 2026 05:48pm

Soaring LPG prices force rickshaw drivers in Pakistan to cut meals

Trump faces new political reality as Democrats vow investigations

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