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Ghusal ceremony performed at Data Sahib’s shrine in Lahore

The traditional ghusal of the shrine was performed with rosewater, accompanied by Chadar Poshi and the laying of floral wreaths. Updated 26 Jun, 2026 09:23am

Pakistan, Turkiye sign MoUs on power sector cooperation

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Turkiye on Thursday signed three MoUs aimed at enhancing institutional collaboration,... Published 26 Jun, 2026 07:29am

Pakistan, Iran agree to strengthen road, rail links

Both sides pledge to activate Joint Transport Committee Published 26 Jun, 2026 07:29am

Leaders reaffirm resolve against drug abuse

On eve of International Day Against Drug Abuse, PM Shehbaz calls for united action to build drug-free generation; Zardari says Pakistan remained steadfast in addressing all threats associated with narcotic drugs. Updated 26 Jun, 2026 07:52am

Pakistan, Russia discuss more judicial cooperation

ISLAMABAD: The Sup­­reme Courts of Pakistan and Russia are working to establish a framework for greater bilateral... Published 26 Jun, 2026 07:29am

BRT to remain suspended

PESHAWAR: The Peshawar Transport Department has announced suspension of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) on the 9th and 10th... Published 25 Jun, 2026 07:56am

Naval chief calls for adaptive security strategies

RAWALPINDI: Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf has underscored the evolving nature of modern warfare and... Published 25 Jun, 2026 06:59am

Pakistan links Iran trade prospects to sanctions relief

FO expects US-Iran technical talks to resume on Tuesday; hopes Hormuz tensions will ease with diplomatic progress. Updated 25 Jun, 2026 07:46am

Commissioner reviews security, civic steps for Ashura processions

KARACHI: City Commissioner Syed Hasan Naqvi on Tuesday visited the route of the main Ashura processions to review ... Published 24 Jun, 2026 06:10am

Pakistan U-19 camp begins in Multan

MULTAN: Pakistan U-19 team’s skill development camp featuring 31 cricketers has started at the Inzamam-ul-Haq High... Published 24 Jun, 2026 06:10am

PHC upholds increase in arms licence fees

PESHAWAR: The Peshawar High Court on Monday dismissed petitions challenging the increase in arms licence issuance ... Published 23 Jun, 2026 07:09am

Scholars urged to equip themselves with modern skills

KARACHI: Former federal minister Prof Dr Atta-ur-Rahman said on Monday that scholars do not fear challenges because... Published 23 Jun, 2026 07:08am

Accolade for Arts Council

KARACHI: Two faculty members of the Arts Council’s School of Visual and Performing Arts (SOVAPA) — Mohsin Ali ... Published 23 Jun, 2026 07:08am

Pakistan targets 400,000 trained workers for FIFA World Cup 2034 hosted by Saudi Arabia

Initiative part of govt efforts to boost manpower exports, enhance skill profile of Pakistanis for overseas employment. Updated 21 Jun, 2026 08:16pm

NDMA warns of 'critical 24-hour weather window' nationwide

NDMA directs provinicial, district authorities to remain vigilant, take precautions to mitigate impact of weather system. Published 21 Jun, 2026 02:14pm

Notice taken of deaths

KARACHI: Sindh Minister for Food Makhdoom Mehboob Uz Zaman has directed the Sindh Food Authority (SFA) to conduct an... Published 20 Jun, 2026 05:08am

Noor, Nasir reach Asian doubles semis

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s duo of Noor Zaman and Nasir Iqbal advanced to the semi-finals of the third Asian Doubles... Published 20 Jun, 2026 05:08am

Bykea drivers protest killing of colleague in Abbottabad

ABBOTTABAD: Strong outrage and protests have erupted in Abbottabad following the alleged killing of a young Bykea... Published 18 Jun, 2026 08:50am

Muzammil defeats India’s Kothari at ITF event

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Muzammil Murtaza crushed Aditya Kothari of India as he made an impressive start to the ITF... Published 18 Jun, 2026 07:37am

PHF announces domestic calendar for 2026-27 season

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has announced its domestic hockey calendar for the 2026-27 season,... Published 17 Jun, 2026 06:58am