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Portrayal of Pakistan seeking ceasefire in ‘despair and frustration’ another blatant lie: FO

Urges international community to closely monitor India’s actions in coming days, warns India against any future aggression.

Updated 13 May, 2025 05:32pm

Saudis invest big in US weapons, AI as Trump basks in welcome

Israel and Trump at odds over Iran's nuclear strategy.

Updated 13 May, 2025 10:22pm

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Israel to go into Gaza to ‘subdue Hamas’ in coming days: PM Netanyahu

Says not contemplating end to Gaza bombardment; US special envoy says "genuine chance for progress" in Doha.

Updated 13 May, 2025 07:51pm

In rare interview, Imran’s sons call attention to their father’s incarceration

“We’d love to speak to Trump or try and figure out a way where he would be able to help out in some way," Qasim says; brothers claim hurdles in phone calls with Imran.

Updated 13 May, 2025 10:05pm

Junaid Akbar submits resignation as PAC chairman to PTI

“Whatever the decision of the party and the decision of Imran Khan, I will not think for a moment and will readily accept it,” he says.

Published 13 May, 2025 05:51pm

More funds to be allocated for education sector in upcoming budget: KP CM

CM Gandapur expresses concern over rate of out-of-school children; vows to increase funds for education sector in upcoming budget.

Published 13 May, 2025 04:36pm

PM directs measures to broaden tax net, tech use to prevent evasion

Orders stringent accountability of officers and personnel assisting the tax evaders.

Published 13 May, 2025 08:43pm

Shoaib Malik steps down as Domestic Cricket Mentor with ‘love and gratitude’

Malik believes it is "time to move on."

Published 13 May, 2025 04:16pm

11 soldiers martyred, 78 wounded while defending Pakistan in Indian attack: ISPR

40 civilians lost their lives, 121 others suffered injuries in the Indian aggression.

Updated 13 May, 2025 01:04pm

Five students among 6 injured in Battagram school van firing

Police say attacker's motive was "personal enmity".

Published 13 May, 2025 12:49pm

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World Reacts As Pakistan, India Ceasefire Holds Up So Far

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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.

Cybernet and Nokia boost Pakistan’s connectivity with high-speed optical backbone

Cybernet is deploying Nokia’s 1.2 Tbps-per-lambda optical technology to deliver faster, more efficient network services across more than 25 cities in Pakistan.

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‘Where’s my sindoor?’ Wife of captured BSF trooper asks Indian govt

Family of Purnam Sau in West Bengal hopes diplomatic efforts would help his return.

World , Updated 12 May, 2025 08:51am

‘Where’s my sindoor?’ Wife of captured BSF trooper asks Indian govt

Sajid Sadpara summits world’s seventh highest mountain without supplemental oxygen

The feat, confirmed by the Alpine Club of Pakistan, marks his ninth 8,000-metre peak.

Pakistan , Updated 11 May, 2025 05:48pm

Sajid Sadpara summits world’s seventh highest mountain without supplemental oxygen

Deterrence re-established, say armed forces

ISPR DG says 26 Indian sites struck; Indian military dodges question about loss of fighter jets.

Pakistan , Updated 12 May, 2025 07:54am

Deterrence re-established, say armed forces

The way forward

An out-of-the-box solution acceptable to Pakistan, India and the Kashmiris is the only hope for long-term peace in South Asia.

Newspaper , Updated 12 May, 2025 08:41am

What international media had to say about Pakistan-India ceasefire

Dawn.com looks at some of the reporting and analysis from across the globe on ceasefire, and what comes after it.

World , Updated 12 May, 2025 10:19am

What international media had to say about Pakistan-India ceasefire

BJP workers vandalise Karachi Bakery in India’s Hyderabad

No employees were harmed in incident, police say.

World , Published 12 May, 2025 02:59pm

BJP workers vandalise Karachi Bakery in India’s Hyderabad

The nuclear factor

India's military brinkmanship had to stop well short of Pakistan’s known nuclear red lines.

Newspaper , Updated 12 May, 2025 08:32am

IMF wants cut in auto tariffs

Assemblers fear collapse of industry if used cars’ commercial import allowed.

Business , Updated 11 May, 2025 01:39pm

Indian Rafale downed, US officials confirm

BBC terms video showing wreckage of French-made jet in Bathinda "authentic".

World , Updated 09 May, 2025 09:29am

Indian Rafale downed, US officials confirm

India’s Virat Kohli follows Rohit into Test retirement

"I'll always look back at my Test career with a smile," Kohli says.

Sport , Published 12 May, 2025 12:35pm

India’s Virat Kohli follows Rohit into Test retirement

US, China agree to slash tariffs in trade war de-escalation

The two sides have agreed to reduce tariffs by 115pc.

Business , Updated 12 May, 2025 02:48pm

US, China agree to slash tariffs in trade war de-escalation

The business of battles

As govts continue to prioritise defence, the long-term economic and social consequences are profound.

World , Updated 12 May, 2025 12:11pm

PSX jacks up record 9pc as ceasefire with India calms investors

Analysts also note IMF tranche approval, Trump trade comment as factors; Indian benchmarks rally 3pc.

World , Updated 12 May, 2025 04:22pm

PSX jacks up record 9pc as ceasefire with India calms investors

As Trump heads to the Gulf, Israel asks where the US stands

“No question” deal between US, Hamas happened behind Netanyahu’s back, says Tel Aviv pensioner.

World , Published 12 May, 2025 05:35pm

As Trump heads to the Gulf, Israel asks where the US stands

Pakistan dictates the pause

Any enduring resolution demands good faith and addressing root causes, including Kashmir.

Newspaper , Updated 11 May, 2025 10:24am

Global militaries to study India-Pakistan fighter jet battle

"You have arguably China’s most capable weapon against the West’s most capable weapon, if indeed it was being carried; we don’t know that," says expert.

World , Published 09 May, 2025 02:15pm

Global militaries to study India-Pakistan fighter jet battle

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Rahim Yar Khan’s Sheikh Zayed airport damaged by Indian strike

DC confirms India targeted the airport with both a missile and a drone.

Pakistan , Updated 11 May, 2025 10:55am

Rahim Yar Khan’s Sheikh Zayed airport damaged by Indian strike

Trilateral dialogue: Afghan Taliban govt seeks constructive engagement with Pakistan, China

Pakistani and Chinese special envoys meet Afghan government officials, discuss political and economic cooperation.

Pakistan , Updated 11 May, 2025 06:44pm

Trilateral dialogue: Afghan Taliban govt seeks constructive engagement with Pakistan, China

SC hearing on Zahir Jaffer’s death sentence appeal in Noor Mukadam case set for May 13

Noor’s father's appeal against the acquittal of Zahir Jaffer’s father, Zakir Jaffer, is also set for hearing.

Pakistan , Published 11 May, 2025 08:17pm

SC hearing on Zahir Jaffer’s death sentence appeal in Noor Mukadam case set for May 13

Economic cost of war for India

Analysts says "potential for a devastating conflict with Pakistan remains a latent risk to India’s rise on the global stage”.

Business , Updated 12 May, 2025 01:02pm

Pakistan ‘rattles’ India with firm response as patience runs out

Launches retaliation attack at military targets after three days of restraint.

Pakistan , Updated 11 May, 2025 11:34am

Pakistan ‘rattles’ India with firm response as patience runs out

Online foot soldiers

Political legitimacy in India is generated not through tangible material gain but through right-wing communalism, nationalism, and the selling of — unattainable — dreams.

Newspaper , Updated 12 May, 2025 09:02am

Flight delays, cancellations persist despite airspace reopening

Disruptions at Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar, Quetta airports, among others, as 2 major Gulf carriers yet to resume operations.

Pakistan , Updated 12 May, 2025 08:04am

Flight delays, cancellations persist despite airspace reopening

PTI rally in Karachi calls for immediate release of Imran Khan

Party leaders and activists condemn Indian aggression, celebrate victory.

Pakistan , Updated 12 May, 2025 09:13am

PTI rally in Karachi calls for immediate release of Imran Khan

Outlawed Kurdish PKK says will disband, end armed struggle

Announcement by Kurdistan Workers’ Party heeds a call by its jailed founder Abdullah Ocalan.

World , Updated 12 May, 2025 05:12pm

Outlawed Kurdish PKK says will disband, end armed struggle

Why Modi keeps pushing India to the brink of war with Pakistan

The lesson of Modi’s entire public life has been that playing with fire benefits his politics — from the inferno of Gujarat in 2002 to Muslim massacres in Delhi in 2020.

Prism , Published 10 May, 2025 04:28am

People in Lahore celebrate Pakistan Army’s victory over India

Rallies held in support of army and operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos; home dept asks law enforcement, civil defence to stay alert.

Pakistan , Updated 11 May, 2025 11:51am

People in Lahore celebrate Pakistan Army’s victory over India

India and Pakistan just stepped back from the brink of war. Here’s how it unfolded

It took US intervention for both sides to finally drop their guns.

Pakistan , Updated 12 May, 2025 07:07pm

Kashmir takes centre stage as fragile ceasefire holds

Trump offers to work with Pakistan, India to find solution to Kashmir dispute; Pakistan welcomes US offer.

World , Updated 12 May, 2025 08:03am

Kashmir takes centre stage as fragile ceasefire holds

UK govt toughens immigration plans as hard right gains

Starmer decides to “finally take back control of our borders”, recalling the pro-Brexit slogan

World , Published 12 May, 2025 05:33pm

UK govt toughens immigration plans as hard right gains

Ordeal of PIA driver facing court hearings since May 9

Says he was arrested after being spotted near Lahore corps commander’s house.

Pakistan , Updated 12 May, 2025 12:02pm

Ordeal of PIA driver facing court hearings since May 9

Karachiites left high and dry amid severe water crisis

KWSC fails to restore normal supply in several localities despite repair of line ruptured on KU campus.

Pakistan , Updated 12 May, 2025 09:08am

Karachiites left high and dry amid severe water crisis

Two policemen martyred, two injured in Peshawar suicide attack

CCPO says a police mobile was targeted in a suicide attack.

Pakistan , Published 11 May, 2025 10:19pm

Two policemen martyred, two injured in Peshawar suicide attack

PTI slams govt’s ‘delayed response’

Party reiterates demand for Imran's release.

Newspaper , Updated 12 May, 2025 09:35am

War and lies

Media on this side of the border is also not above blame.

Newspaper , Updated 10 May, 2025 08:56am

Space for peace diplomacy

The nature of the long-simmering India-Pakistan tensions is such that a new approach is needed.

Newspaper , Updated 11 May, 2025 09:17am

PSDP spending in 10 months stands at paltry 41pc

Finance ministry pushes back date to surrender unspent funds by a month.

Business , Updated 12 May, 2025 01:24pm

PSDP spending in 10 months stands at paltry 41pc

Rebranding TVET

Traditional trades need to be blended with digital knowledge.

Newspaper , Published 12 May, 2025 07:05am

3 killed as speeding dumper collides with car in Karachi

Police arrest driver; three gunned down over family feud.

Pakistan , Published 12 May, 2025 06:18pm

3 killed as speeding dumper collides with car in Karachi

Cartoon: 12 May, 2025

Newspaper , Published 12 May, 2025 05:23am

Pakistan reopens airspace for all flights

Normalisation of flight operations expected to take time.

Pakistan , Updated 11 May, 2025 08:30am

Pakistan reopens airspace for all flights

HBL PSL 2025 to continue as per schedule amid escalating regional tensions

Tonight's match sees the return of HBL PSL to Rawalpindi for four matches from May 7-10.

Sport , Published 07 May, 2025 06:35pm

HBL PSL 2025 to continue as per schedule amid escalating regional tensions

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NINE summits, five to go. Sajid Ali Sadpara’s quest to fulfil his late father’s dream and elevate Pakistan’s...

Newspaper , Published 12 May, 2025 07:06am

Bangladesh investigators say ousted PM Hasina behind deadly crackdown

Investigation team finds Sheikh Hasina culpable in at least five charges.

World , Published 12 May, 2025 05:17pm

Bangladesh investigators say ousted PM Hasina behind deadly crackdown

Pakistan downs 5 Indian jets as retaliation for late-night strikes at 6 sites: officials

DG ISPR says 31 people slain, 57 injured; political leadership condemn cowardly act; Trump calls India's actions a "shame"; PM summons NSC meeting.

Pakistan , Updated 08 May, 2025 07:38am

Pakistan downs 5 Indian jets as retaliation for late-night strikes at 6 sites: officials

World community hails ceasefire decision between Pakistan and India

Turkiye calls to “make maximum use” of cessation in hostilities to establish dialogue; China reaffirms Pakistan as being ironclad friend, will continue to stand firm.

Pakistan , Updated 11 May, 2025 12:32am

World community hails ceasefire decision between Pakistan and India

Two terrorists killed as Lakki Marwat police rescue three hostages

Policeman injured during encounter; police lead search operation for three terrorists who escaped.

Pakistan , Published 11 May, 2025 09:29pm

Two terrorists killed as Lakki Marwat police rescue three hostages

Time for restraint

Jingoism is evident in both countries, but elements in India’s media, cultural and political sphere have been egging on their country in confrontation.

Newspaper , Updated 09 May, 2025 08:19am

AJK villagers torn between fear and hope

Emergency declared in LoC districts; educational institutions across AJK to remain closed; thousands evacuated from LoC need humanitarian assistance.

Pakistan , Updated 12 May, 2025 08:01am

AJK villagers torn between fear and hope

No casualties reported as 5.3-magnitude quake hits KP

PDMA spokesperson says tremors felt in Mardan, Swat, Swabi, Abbottabad and surrounding areas.

Pakistan , Published 10 May, 2025 12:50pm

No casualties reported as 5.3-magnitude quake hits KP

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Newspaper , Published 12 May, 2025 08:18am

Better coherence

Incoherence becomes more dangerous at the national level.

Newspaper , Published 12 May, 2025 07:05am

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Newspaper , Published 10 May, 2025 05:10am

US, China hail ‘substantial progress’ after trade talks in Geneva

US treasury secretary calls talks "productive", promises complete briefing on the outcome on Monday.

World , Published 12 May, 2025 02:42am

US, China hail ‘substantial progress’ after trade talks in Geneva

SPOTLIGHT: PAKISTAN’S BOLLYWOOD NIGHTMARE

In the aftermath of the Indo-Pak conflagration, the artistic divide between Pakistan and India has never been more visible.

Newspaper , Published 11 May, 2025 07:31am

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Replacement of 16 more gates at Sukkur Barrage to begin soon: minister

Jam Khan Shoro says work expected to be completed by June, directs contractors to utilise capabilities to complete work within timeframe.

Pakistan , Published 12 May, 2025 06:45am

Replacement of 16 more gates at Sukkur Barrage to begin soon: minister

Peace with dignity

As South Asia heaved a sigh of relief that a nuclear exchange had been averted, what next was the question on many minds.

Pakistan , Updated 11 May, 2025 08:50am

In pictures: Aftermath of India’s late-night strikes in Pakistan

People gather around wreckage in the aftermath of late-night strikes launched by India.

Pakistan , Updated 08 May, 2025 07:40am

In pictures: Aftermath of India’s late-night strikes in Pakistan

India-Pakistan conflict offers rich intelligence opportunity for China

Security analysts, diplomats say China’s military modernisation has reached point where it has ability to deeply scrutinise Indian actions.

World , Published 09 May, 2025 03:10pm

India-Pakistan conflict offers rich intelligence opportunity for China

Policeman martyred in Gwadar grenade attack

One attacker killed, other seriously injured in exchange of fire with cops.

Pakistan , Published 11 May, 2025 01:04pm

Policeman martyred in Gwadar grenade attack

BBC locates footage of crashed Indian fighter jets including French Rafale

BBC Verify has said that it has authenticated three videos which purportedly show the wreckage of a...

Live Pakistan India Tensions , Published 08 May, 2025 10:52pm

Normality returns as nuclear-armed neighbours step back from the brink

India, Pakistan agree to stop all fighting after days of missile, drone attacks.

Pakistan , Updated 11 May, 2025 12:07pm

Normality returns as nuclear-armed neighbours step back from the brink

Global community reacts to Indian strikes in Pakistan

World leaders mostly urge both nuclear-armed neighbours to de-escalate tensions.

Pakistan , Updated 07 May, 2025 02:38pm

Global community reacts to Indian strikes in Pakistan

Car driven by underage driver kills entire family in Faisalabad

Relatives blocked Canal Road for several hours, demanding the arrest of the underage driver, who is the son of a textile mill owner.

Pakistan , Updated 11 May, 2025 11:43am

Car driven by underage driver kills entire family in Faisalabad

Man dies after being struck by lightning in Sahiwal

PDMA issues province-wide alert, urging authorities and citizens to take precautionary measures.

Pakistan , Published 12 May, 2025 06:46am

Man dies after being struck by lightning in Sahiwal

Second IMF tranche

THE IMF board’s approval of the second tranche of its ongoing $7bn funding arrangement and a new climate ...

Newspaper , Published 11 May, 2025 07:30am

Keep calm, carry on

War is the ultimate disruption in human life.

Newspaper , Published 10 May, 2025 06:31am

CRICKET: DETHRONING OF THE SULTANS

Multan Sultans had played in the finals of the last four seasons of the Pakistan Super League, building a reputation as one of

Newspaper , Published 11 May, 2025 07:31am

The four-point formula

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Hundreds stranded as conflict disrupts Pakistan’s air traffic

Flight schedule remains sporadic amid frequent airspace closures due to India’s escalatory moves.

Pakistan , Updated 09 May, 2025 07:21am

Hundreds stranded as conflict disrupts Pakistan’s air traffic

Young elephant crossing Malaysia highway with mother dies in accident

“The short distance made it impossible for the driver to stop in time, resulting in a fatal collision," police say.

World , Updated 12 May, 2025 10:03am

Young elephant crossing Malaysia highway with mother dies in accident

Hostilities cease, at last

It is Islamabad and New Delhi that will have to do the heavy lifting thesmselves to secure peace.

Newspaper , Updated 11 May, 2025 08:53am

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The Bollywood dream is no longer an option for Pakistan’s stars

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Why Modi keeps pushing India to the brink of war with Pakistan

The lesson of Modi’s entire public life has been that playing with fire benefits his politics — from the inferno of Gujarat in 2002 to Muslim massacres in Delhi in 2020.

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