Pakistan’s forex reserves with SBP drop to 9-year-low of $3.09bn Arif Habib Limited calculates that the reserves are at their lowest since February 2014 and cover 18 days worth of imports. Updated 02 Feb, 2023 10:46pm
Pakistan expects ‘sincere cooperation’ from Afghanistan on addressing terrorism: FO "We do not believe in accusations or finger pointing," FO spox says after Afghan FM says Islamabad shouldn't blame Kabul for Peshawar bombing. Published 02 Feb, 2023 06:59pm
Islamabad court grants police 2-day physical remand of Sheikh Rashid Police had arrested the ex-minister on charges of levelling "murder plot" allegations against Zardari. Updated 02 Feb, 2023 07:44pm
IHC tosses out PTI petition challenging ECP’s prohibited funding verdict Court says ECP's fact-finding report in the case is correct. Updated 02 Feb, 2023 05:01pm
Barrister Shehzad Ata Elahi appointed Attorney General for Pakistan Notification issued by Ministry of Law and Justice says Elahi appointed with immediate effect. Published 02 Feb, 2023 08:04pm
‘Closing in’ on terror network: Peshawar mosque bomber was in police uniform, says KP IG Says there will be "a reckoning for each of our martyrs"; FO spokesperson says Pakistan expects cooperation from Afghan interim government. Updated 02 Feb, 2023 05:13pm
Will ask SBP governor to collaborate with philanthropists to raise dollars, says Dar Leading philanthropists expect to raise $2 billion for five years under the initiative. Published 02 Feb, 2023 04:21pm
Hong Kong offers 500,000 free flights after Covid isolation Chief Executive John Lee announces 500,000 free air tickets for visitors to experience city's “hustle and bustle”. Published 02 Feb, 2023 06:55pm
Imran calls on President Alvi to take notice of ‘brazen interference’ by spy agencies in politics In letter dated Jan 29, PTI chief urges Alvi to take action against “brazen acts" being meted out to PTI workers. Updated 02 Feb, 2023 04:11pm
Anchorperson Imran Riaz arrested for ‘hate speech’ against state institutions: FIA FIA says the "consequences of such mischievous speech render dire consequences both nationally and internationally for the state of Pakistan". Updated 02 Feb, 2023 02:29pm
Netizens believe the ‘chemistry is chemistrying’ in Tere Bin after watching Murtasim flirt with his wife
1 TTP attack on Mianwali police station ‘repulsed’ Punjab IG says options are being discussed to "launch a massive search [operation] in Mianwali district to trace the terrorists hideouts". Pakistan , Updated 01 Feb, 2023 01:07pm
2 Road to perdition This is also the time of reckoning for those who sowed the seeds of a disastrous policy against militants. Newspaper , Updated 01 Feb, 2023 09:00am
3 Boys will be boys Curiously, there seems to have been more criticism of the ad than praise. Newspaper , Updated 28 Jan, 2019 02:29pm
4 US, India partnership targets arms and AI to compete with China US NSA says the "larger challenge posed by China has had a profound impact on the thinking in Delhi". Business , Published 01 Feb, 2023 09:46am
5 Govt rolls out first measures as IMF mission begins talks Policies, steps required to complete 9th review discussed; govt raises LPG rate by 30pc, finalises hike in power rates. Business , Published 01 Feb, 2023 07:42am
Institutional police response The National Police Management Board was created to develop a unified police response. Afzal Ali Shigri
Mianwali raid The military needs to share intelligence with civilian agencies to neutralise the militant menace nationwide.
Corruption unlimited PAKISTAN’S consistent slide on Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index over the last several...
Women police officers IN a heartening development, a second female police officer has been appointed as DPO in Attock, weeks after the...
A treacherous deal The so-called peace negotiations were just used as a cover by the militants to gain time.
Why bash the elite? Pakistan’s plight isn’t solely because its elite are corrupt; their values and worldview have failed.
Here are 5 women-centric Pakistani TV shows to binge-watch this weekend Images Staff Published 02 Feb, 2023 04:57pm
Netizens believe the ‘chemistry is chemistrying’ in Tere Bin after watching Murtasim flirt with his wife The drama's romance factor has taken the lead, having viewers forget everything else. Images Staff Published 02 Feb, 2023 04:20pm
Pakistani Twitter criticises PTA’s decision to ‘degrade’ Wikipedia The authority has threatened a permanent block in case of non-compliance, which has netizens very frustrated. Images Staff Published 02 Feb, 2023 02:40pm
Floods, drugs and cultural patrimony: Tackling antiquities trafficking in Pakistan Fahrid Chishty Published 02 Feb, 2023 11:42am
In staring contest with IMF, Dar blinks first Decision making devoid of any data, and understanding of global macro trends, ought to end up in a disaster — as has happened in this case. Ammar H Khan Published 27 Jan, 2023 03:38pm
The post-flood mental health crisis in Balochistan It is crucial for organisations working for flood-victims to prioritise access to mental health services and counselling for those affected by the disaster, in order to prevent further deterioration of their mental wellbeing. Imrana Imdad Published 26 Jan, 2023 12:19pm
Pakistan fastest growing apps market worldwide in 2022: report Dawn.com Published 02 Feb, 2023 01:26pm
Pakistani Twitter criticises PTA’s decision to ‘degrade’ Wikipedia The authority has threatened a permanent block in case of non-compliance, which has netizens very frustrated. Images Staff Published 02 Feb, 2023 02:40pm
Humanoid robots to be star attractions at UN’s AI summit The AI for Good Global Summit, first held in 2017, will return to Geneva on July 6 and 7 after a three-year Covid-imposed break. AFP Published 02 Feb, 2023 07:00am
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