PTI up in arms after video emerges of Gilani's son showing lawmakers how to cancel Senate vote Govt demands ECP declare PDM candidate ineligible for polls; Gilani's son accepts his role but denies wrongdoing. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:52pm
India's Shashi Tharoor has a request for Pakistani comedian Akbar Chaudhry He taught us how to speak English like Tharoor, now the politician wants him to mimc PM Imran Khan. Published 02 Mar, 2021 06:02pm
PSL fixtures to go ahead as scheduled even as two more foreign players test positive for Covid-19 Number of known infections in the league rises to four after Australian leg-spinner Fawad Ahmed tested positive on Saturday. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 06:49pm
Fracas in Sindh Assembly as PTI lawmakers scuffle with dissident MPAs PTI's Karim Bux Gabol, who had earlier announced he would not vote for party candidates, taken away by PTI lawmakers. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 07:39pm
Ali Kazmi's Funny Boy is eligible for an Oscar The film is about two young boys falling in love in Sri Lanka before the 1983 uprising. Published 02 Mar, 2021 03:41pm
Bailable warrant issued for Kangana Ranaut in Javed Akhtar defamation case Warrant issued on lyricist Javed Akhtar's complaint against Ranaut for defaming him on national television. Published 02 Mar, 2021 02:49pm
Bilal Saeed and Momina Mustehsan's Baari crosses 100 million views on YouTube He previously rejected offers from an international record label to purchase rights to the song. Published 02 Mar, 2021 01:38pm
Everything you need to know about Osman Khalid Butt's 'wedding' My wedding was so rushed, I was done in a single take, the Diyar-e-Dil actor posted. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 01:01pm
Senate elections on March 3 to be held as per past practice: ECP Says decision being taken due to "time constraints"; committee formed to take input on use of tech in future Senate polls. Published 02 Mar, 2021 12:00pm
The lack of sound in Riz Ahmed's Sound of Metal is what makes it so great The director uses simple editing to make it an immersive experience. Published 02 Mar, 2021 11:19am
Churchill painting owned by Angelina Jolie sells for $11.5M She and Brad Pitt bought the painting in 2011. Published 02 Mar, 2021 10:40am
CAA extends travel restrictions on some countries including UK, S. Africa till March 14 Authority categorises 21 countries as category A, travellers from these countries will not be required to have PCR test. Published 02 Mar, 2021 09:51am
Fourth international Pakistan Army Team Spirit competition kicks off Militaries of 8 other countries participating; competition designed to test tactical skills in physical and professional domains. Published 02 Mar, 2021 08:31am
Editorial: After SC decision on Senate polls, parties should look towards parliament for making changes For now it appears that the ECP will have to interpret the order to the best of its ability and combine it with its discretion. Published 02 Mar, 2021 08:14am
Growing US-India partnership may further upset strategic balance in S. Asia to Pakistan's disadvantage There are several areas in which Pakistan and US can engage in mutually beneficial cooperation. Published 02 Mar, 2021 07:59am
After SC ruling on Senate polls, the ball is in ECP's court: law experts SHCBA president says short order did not give any specific directive to ECP to make the ballot traceable or identifiable. Published 02 Mar, 2021 07:23am
The dubious national interest Who decides the national interest, and, thereby, which separatism to support, which to oppose? Updated 02 Mar, 2021 08:06am
‘Desecration’ of Holy Quran protested in Haripur Protesters claim some people were falsely trying to show the accused a mentally retarded person. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:33am
Monitoring of secondary hospitals to improve patient care Visiting inspectors will ascertain patients’ level of satisfaction. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:35am
PML-N lawmaker takes oath insisting voters rejected PTI narrative PA seeks diplomatic passports for speaker, relatives, blue passports for MPAs. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:29am
One held in JUI-F leader, two others murder case in capital JUI-F spokesperson says suspect was a teacher at the seminary run by Mufti Ikram. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:41am
Ministry told to make arrangements for bringing special courts’ staff under IHC Current administrative setup violates principle set by SC on separation of executive, judicial branches, CJ observes. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:39am
RPO, commissioner removed over Daska by-poll controversy Action taken in compliance with recommendations of ECP. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:11am
Maid found hanged in employer’s house in Lahore Landlord claims the 12-year-old committed suicide by hanging herself from the ceiling fan. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:15am
Blasphemy suspect gets bail over four years after arrest He was a juvenile when he was arrested in 2016; lawyer argues blasphemous post on WhatsApp had not been generated by the boy. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:08am
Two Mayo staffers test positive weeks after first vaccine shot Senior official suggests random sampling of the vaccinated. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:00am
Bride sent to Darul Aman She had dodged her family and guests to slip away from wedding party and go to police station. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:27am
ATC dismisses bail pleas of opposition leader Haleem Adil Sheikh Judge observes Sheikh was alleged to be the main character who allegedly spread terror among voters through his armed guards. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:20am
Treasury, opposition members hail SC’s secret ballot decision in PA Speaker says the SC kept intact "Zulfikar Ali Bhutto’s 1973 Constitution". Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:23am
Bird flu threat looms amid weak disease surveillance by govt "The bird flu threat is serious though we haven’t received any report of a case yet," says lab official. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:21am
First UAE envoy to Israel takes up post Says he will work tirelessly to "strengthen the political ties between our two countries". Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:29am
Fraudsters ‘offering’ vaccines, warns EU agency Such middlemen are asking for advance payments and giving no delivery details, says official. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:32am
US destroyer docks in Sudan for first time in 30 years The visits are a sign of international competition for influence in Sudan, which sits in a volatile region. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:35am
European lawmakers urge action against Israel’s ‘de-facto annexation’ Letter argues that “the Biden administration presents a chance to correct course” in Middle East diplomacy. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:18am
Suu Kyi hit with two new criminal charges Protesters take to streets in defiance of deadly force by junta. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:20am
Europeans to push for Iran censure at UN nuclear watchdog meeting France, Germany, UK will propose resolution during this week’s meeting of IAEA’s board of governors. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:23am
Djokovic ties Federer record of 310 weeks as world No.1 His ninth Australian Open title last month guaranteed the 18-time Grand Slam champion would surpass Federer’s record on March 8. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:42am
Afzal Zaidi elected chairman of Sindh Softball Association Meeting approves calendar for next year. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:45am
Twenty-four players to attend camp at PCB’s High Performance Centre Objective of the camp is to help the elite cricketers in identifying, working and overcoming their technical flaws. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:40am
I didn’t bowl against Qalandars according to strategy: Imad Dunk showers praise on fellow left-hander Fakhar for producing an excellent innings under pressure. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 02:15pm
Chelsea and United draw, Liverpool win as top-four battle heats up Injury-hit champions Liverpool snapped a four-match losing run with a rather laboured 2-0 win at bottom club Sheffield United. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:44am
TRG Pakistan reports Rs3.6bn profit Topline Securities states the driving factor was the inflows of Rs4,241m from the head of share of profit from equity investee’s. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 08:59am
Late-buying helps index trim major losses Sectors that ceded most points from the index included banks, textile, pharma, power, technology and chemical. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:09am
Job opportunities for Pakistanis to rise: Qatar diplomat Says Doha has plans to increase employment opportunities for Pakistanis to over 300,000 in the coming years. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 08:51am
Data on royalty paid by firm running Saindak project sought The firm took over the Saindak project in Chagai district in 2002 and it has been running the project since then. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:03am
Exports fall by 4.5pc in February Razak says proceeds remain above $2bn for fifth month in row. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 08:54am
30pc of TERF goes to new projects, says Baqir Cheaper money facilitates investment decisions in pandemic; LCs worth over $1bn have been opened. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:06am
Inflation edges up to 8.7pc in February Higher cooking oil, ghee and energy prices main contributors. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 08:44am
Sanjrani offers four Senate seats to PDM from Balochistan He is nowadays in Quetta drumming up support for candidates of the ruling Balochistan Awami Party and its allies. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 08:35am
Justice Isa tells SC he will argue case himself Reminds the court that his application seeking live telecast of the hearing was unusual but also necessary. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 08:22am
NA extends medical institute ordinance for 120 days PPP opposes move, saying the decision will pave way for privatisation of hospitals. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 08:25am
Khalilzad meets Abdullah in Kabul to speed up peace process US envoy is also expected to visit regional countries. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 07:38am
Former French president convicted of graft He faces several other corruption investigations over campaign financing and alleged influence peddling. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 07:46am
PTI’s allies reassure support for Hafeez Shaikh in Senate poll Meeting of PTI-led coalition ends speculation the MQM is tilting towards the opposition. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 07:43am
Govt puts half-year fiscal deficit at 3.1pc of GDP Finance ministry claims credit for higher revenues and controlled expenditures, but sees "certain risks to fiscal sustainability". Updated 02 Mar, 2021 08:18am
PM holds back-to-back meetings with lawmakers Kicks off canvassing for candidates in Senate polls; will host lunch for ruling alliance MNAs today. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 07:28am
180,000 senior citizens registered for vaccination Health ministry official says it is "not a very positive response". Updated 02 Mar, 2021 03:12pm
Legislation still needed to meet FATF benchmarks Finance minister calls for expediting efforts to fulfil the requirements in the remaining three areas. Published 02 Mar, 2021 06:58am
Chinese hackers target Indian vaccine makers SII and Bharat Biotech, says security firm It is not yet clear what vaccine-related information may have been accessed from the Indian companies. Published 01 Mar, 2021 08:06pm
PSL match postponed after Islamabad United's Fawad Ahmed tests positive for Covid-19 Tests of other United players and Quetta Gladiators squad have come back negative: PCB. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 09:07pm
PSL fixtures to go ahead as scheduled even as two more foreign players test positive for Covid-19 Number of known infections in the league rises to four after Australian leg-spinner Fawad Ahmed tested positive on Saturday. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 06:49pm
PTI up in arms after video emerges of Gilani's son showing lawmakers how to cancel Senate vote Govt demands ECP declare PDM candidate ineligible for polls; Gilani's son accepts his role but denies wrongdoing. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:52pm
PM holds back-to-back meetings with lawmakers Kicks off canvassing for candidates in Senate polls; will host lunch for ruling alliance MNAs today. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 07:28am
Fracas in Sindh Assembly as PTI lawmakers scuffle with dissident MPAs PTI's Karim Bux Gabol, who had earlier announced he would not vote for party candidates, taken away by PTI lawmakers. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 07:39pm
Senate elections on March 3 to be held as per past practice: ECP Says decision being taken due to "time constraints"; committee formed to take input on use of tech in future Senate polls. Published 02 Mar, 2021 12:00pm
Justice Isa tells SC he will argue case himself Reminds the court that his application seeking live telecast of the hearing was unusual but also necessary. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 08:22am
PTI’s allies reassure support for Hafeez Shaikh in Senate poll Meeting of PTI-led coalition ends speculation the MQM is tilting towards the opposition. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 07:43am
After SC ruling on Senate polls, the ball is in ECP's court: law experts SHCBA president says short order did not give any specific directive to ECP to make the ballot traceable or identifiable. Published 02 Mar, 2021 07:23am
CAA extends travel restrictions on some countries including UK, S. Africa till March 14 Authority categorises 21 countries as category A, travellers from these countries will not be required to have PCR test. Published 02 Mar, 2021 09:51am
NA extends medical institute ordinance for 120 days PPP opposes move, saying the decision will pave way for privatisation of hospitals. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 08:25am
Ministry told to make arrangements for bringing special courts’ staff under IHC Current administrative setup violates principle set by SC on separation of executive, judicial branches, CJ observes. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:39am
One held in JUI-F leader, two others murder case in capital JUI-F spokesperson says suspect was a teacher at the seminary run by Mufti Ikram. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:41am
Fourth international Pakistan Army Team Spirit competition kicks off Militaries of 8 other countries participating; competition designed to test tactical skills in physical and professional domains. Published 02 Mar, 2021 08:31am
Bilal Saeed and Momina Mustehsan's Baari crosses 100 million views on YouTube He previously rejected offers from an international record label to purchase rights to the song. Published 02 Mar, 2021 01:38pm
Everything you need to know about Osman Khalid Butt's 'wedding' My wedding was so rushed, I was done in a single take, the Diyar-e-Dil actor posted. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 01:01pm
Sanjrani offers four Senate seats to PDM from Balochistan He is nowadays in Quetta drumming up support for candidates of the ruling Balochistan Awami Party and its allies. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 08:35am
Monitoring of secondary hospitals to improve patient care Visiting inspectors will ascertain patients’ level of satisfaction. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:35am
‘Desecration’ of Holy Quran protested in Haripur Protesters claim some people were falsely trying to show the accused a mentally retarded person. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:33am
PML-N lawmaker takes oath insisting voters rejected PTI narrative PA seeks diplomatic passports for speaker, relatives, blue passports for MPAs. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:29am
Bride sent to Darul Aman She had dodged her family and guests to slip away from wedding party and go to police station. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:27am
Treasury, opposition members hail SC’s secret ballot decision in PA Speaker says the SC kept intact "Zulfikar Ali Bhutto’s 1973 Constitution". Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:23am
Bird flu threat looms amid weak disease surveillance by govt "The bird flu threat is serious though we haven’t received any report of a case yet," says lab official. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:21am
ATC dismisses bail pleas of opposition leader Haleem Adil Sheikh Judge observes Sheikh was alleged to be the main character who allegedly spread terror among voters through his armed guards. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:20am
Maid found hanged in employer’s house in Lahore Landlord claims the 12-year-old committed suicide by hanging herself from the ceiling fan. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:15am
RPO, commissioner removed over Daska by-poll controversy Action taken in compliance with recommendations of ECP. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:11am
Blasphemy suspect gets bail over four years after arrest He was a juvenile when he was arrested in 2016; lawyer argues blasphemous post on WhatsApp had not been generated by the boy. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:08am
Two Mayo staffers test positive weeks after first vaccine shot Senior official suggests random sampling of the vaccinated. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:00am
Legislation still needed to meet FATF benchmarks Finance minister calls for expediting efforts to fulfil the requirements in the remaining three areas. Published 02 Mar, 2021 06:58am
180,000 senior citizens registered for vaccination Health ministry official says it is "not a very positive response". Updated 02 Mar, 2021 03:12pm
Third Covid wave feared in Pakistan due to early lifting of restrictions Doctors want govt to review decisions, with improved focus on vaccination. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 08:08pm
Govt, opposition both claim victory over SC opinion on Senate elections The Supreme Court has opined that the Senate elections should be held in accordance with the law and the Constitution. Published 01 Mar, 2021 05:13pm
Daska fiasco: no action on ECP recommendation Official says instructions from PM Office awaited. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 08:07am
MQM-P skips meeting with PTI, GDA leadership It indicates MQM-P is seriously considering PPP offer over Senate polls. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 08:43am
Islamabad protesters refuse to bury slain JUI-F leader, two others Mufti Ikram was shot dead along with son, seminary student on Saturday night. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 09:43am
Editorial: After SC decision on Senate polls, parties should look towards parliament for making changes For now it appears that the ECP will have to interpret the order to the best of its ability and combine it with its discretion. Published 02 Mar, 2021 08:14am
Govt puts half-year fiscal deficit at 3.1pc of GDP Finance ministry claims credit for higher revenues and controlled expenditures, but sees "certain risks to fiscal sustainability". Updated 02 Mar, 2021 08:18am
Inflation edges up to 8.7pc in February Higher cooking oil, ghee and energy prices main contributors. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 08:44am
Job opportunities for Pakistanis to rise: Qatar diplomat Says Doha has plans to increase employment opportunities for Pakistanis to over 300,000 in the coming years. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 08:51am
Exports fall by 4.5pc in February Razak says proceeds remain above $2bn for fifth month in row. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 08:54am
30pc of TERF goes to new projects, says Baqir Cheaper money facilitates investment decisions in pandemic; LCs worth over $1bn have been opened. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:06am
Data on royalty paid by firm running Saindak project sought The firm took over the Saindak project in Chagai district in 2002 and it has been running the project since then. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:03am
TRG Pakistan reports Rs3.6bn profit Topline Securities states the driving factor was the inflows of Rs4,241m from the head of share of profit from equity investee’s. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 08:59am
Late-buying helps index trim major losses Sectors that ceded most points from the index included banks, textile, pharma, power, technology and chemical. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:09am
Istanbul-Islamabad freight train to resume operations after 9 years Train to complete one side-trip in 12 days, expected to reach the Islamabad dryport on March 16. Published 01 Mar, 2021 07:36am
Business leaders stress need for political stability as corporate world readies for post-Covid era The business community fears political unrest may unravel the nascent economic recovery after Covid-19. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 12:16pm
NFC’s perennial lack of consensus If a federal project is designed to benefit only one province, the beneficiary could share its cost. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 09:15am
Why rising rates are unsettling Wall Street Investors are being forced to re-examine how they value stocks, bonds and every other investment. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 09:11am
Easing inflows of capital The SBP’s revisions to its foreign exchange manual will significantly improve the overall investment regime. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 09:12am
Faisalabad — stuck in a fossilised groove Despite proximity of several agricultural institutions, productivity averages of district are below that of provincial numbers. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 09:17am
Handling trade deficit is tricky Big and sustainable gains in exports are impossible to attain without achieving economies of scale in export industries. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 09:19am
No change in petrol prices as PM Imran turns down Ogra's proposed hike According to SAPM Shahbaz GIll, Ogra had proposed an increase of Rs6-7 per litre of various petroleum products. Published 28 Feb, 2021 06:00pm
Unbundling the banking tech All major players offer an overlapping suite of products and solutions, but each has developed a niche of sorts. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 09:06am
Punjab, KP industrial estates gain as Karachi falls apart High industrial land rates in Karachi are a cause of concern for many small- to medium-sized investors. Updated 28 Feb, 2021 08:51am
Jitters in Sindh as CPPs gas cutoff deadline looms Industrialists believed the government might extend deadline for CPPs to apply power companies for load enhancement till March 31. Updated 28 Feb, 2021 08:54am
Customs pact with Saudi Arabia soon Pakistan’s exports to Saudi Arabia were $446.18 million in 2019-20 while imports stood at $1,735.81m. Updated 28 Feb, 2021 08:56am
A day in the life of a stock trader A young trader usually joins a brokerage house on a salary but moves to a salary-plus-commission package in about five years. Published 28 Feb, 2021 09:01am
Stocks drift lower in choppy week Equities closed in the red in four of the five trading sessions. Updated 28 Feb, 2021 09:05am
Rs1,000 surcharge for individuals Companies will have to pay a surcharge of Rs20,000 and association of persons Rs10,000 for inclusion in ATL. Updated 28 Feb, 2021 09:07am
Brisk activity at KPT In import category, 324,478 tonnes of containerised cargo was handled followed by 178,939 tonnes of oil and liquid cargo. Updated 28 Feb, 2021 09:09am
FATF: a close miss Pakistan has to report back to FATF with full compliance on all 27 items after which it will send technical team for verification. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 08:55am
Foreign investment in 7MFY21 down by 78pc: ministry Report says recent developments in inflation showed negative trends. Updated 27 Feb, 2021 09:02am
FBR exceeds eight-month tax collection target It was the second consecutive month that the tax collection surpassed it projection. Updated 27 Feb, 2021 09:04am
Pakistan, Qatar sign 10-year LNG supply contract PM’s aide says political, military efforts behind the lowest-ever publicly disclosed price in the world. Published 27 Feb, 2021 06:55am
PM lays foundation stone of business district in Lahore Says scheme will help create much-needed wealth to pay off foreign loans. Published 27 Feb, 2021 07:03am
Stocks dip as grey list retention disappoints investors The major selling came from ‘’brokers proprietary trading’’ in the sum of $1m. Updated 27 Feb, 2021 09:05am
KP govt awarded transmission, grid licence It is the second province after Sindh to have secured a provincial transmission or grid company. Updated 27 Feb, 2021 09:07am
Profit outflow crosses $1bn The food sector noted the highest outflow of profits at $219.5m during the July-January period. Updated 27 Feb, 2021 09:11am
Pakistan joins Madrid system to protect trademarks Effective May 24, local brand owners can begin using the Madrid System to protect their trademarks in 123 territories. Updated 26 Feb, 2021 08:35am
Moody’s notes strong bank profits in 2020 Says financial results announced by three leading banks reflect containment of pandemic's averse effects. Updated 26 Feb, 2021 08:40am
European lawmakers urge action against Israel’s ‘de-facto annexation’ Letter argues that “the Biden administration presents a chance to correct course” in Middle East diplomacy. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:18am
Khalilzad meets Abdullah in Kabul to speed up peace process US envoy is also expected to visit regional countries. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 07:38am
First UAE envoy to Israel takes up post Says he will work tirelessly to "strengthen the political ties between our two countries". Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:29am
Former French president convicted of graft He faces several other corruption investigations over campaign financing and alleged influence peddling. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 07:46am
Suu Kyi hit with two new criminal charges Protesters take to streets in defiance of deadly force by junta. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:20am
Europeans to push for Iran censure at UN nuclear watchdog meeting France, Germany, UK will propose resolution during this week’s meeting of IAEA’s board of governors. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:23am
Fraudsters ‘offering’ vaccines, warns EU agency Such middlemen are asking for advance payments and giving no delivery details, says official. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:32am
US destroyer docks in Sudan for first time in 30 years The visits are a sign of international competition for influence in Sudan, which sits in a volatile region. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 09:35am
Tehran denies responsibility as Netanyahu says Iran 'clearly' behind blast on Israeli-owned ship Iran says security of the Persian Gulf is extremely important for the country. Published 01 Mar, 2021 02:40pm
Chinese hackers target Indian vaccine makers SII and Bharat Biotech, says security firm It is not yet clear what vaccine-related information may have been accessed from the Indian companies. Published 01 Mar, 2021 08:06pm
Bailable warrant issued for Kangana Ranaut in Javed Akhtar defamation case Warrant issued on lyricist Javed Akhtar's complaint against Ranaut for defaming him on national television. Published 02 Mar, 2021 02:49pm
The lack of sound in Riz Ahmed's Sound of Metal is what makes it so great The director uses simple editing to make it an immersive experience. Published 02 Mar, 2021 11:19am
Churchill painting owned by Angelina Jolie sells for $11.5M She and Brad Pitt bought the painting in 2011. Published 02 Mar, 2021 10:40am
18 anti-coup protesters die in crackdown across Myanmar The country has been in chaos since army seized power and detained popular leaders on Feb 1. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 07:54am
'Inferior' women: China counters Uighur criticism with explicit attacks on women who made claims of abuse Chinese officials say the released information is evidence of bad character and invalidates the accounts of abuse in Xinjiang. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 03:05pm
Khashoggi's fiancée says Saudi crown prince should be punished 'without delay' Hatice Cengiz says a lack of any punishment would signal that culprits can get away with murder and would be a stain on humanity. Published 01 Mar, 2021 02:17pm
Iran scorns idea of talks with West to revive 2015 N-deal Iran and new US administration of President Joe Biden have been at odds over who should take the first step to revive the accord. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 09:25am
Dhaka turns into battleground as BNP leads protest over writer’s death International and local rights groups have demanded a swift probe into the death of the writer. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 09:37am
US journalists placed among early receivers of vaccines Others in the category include adults 65-76 and people 16-64 with high-risk medical conditions. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 08:14am
The dubious national interest Who decides the national interest, and, thereby, which separatism to support, which to oppose? Updated 02 Mar, 2021 08:06am
Growing US-India partnership may further upset strategic balance in S. Asia to Pakistan's disadvantage There are several areas in which Pakistan and US can engage in mutually beneficial cooperation. Published 02 Mar, 2021 07:59am
Yemeni rebels claim Saudi strikes, warn of more attacks “The operation was carried out with a ballistic missile and 15 drones,” says Houthis' spokesperson. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 09:29am
Kremlin critic transferred to penal colony outside Moscow Navalny sentenced to two-and-a-half years for violating parole terms. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 08:18am
Israeli-owned ship docks in Dubai after mysterious blast The vessel sustained two holes on its port side and two on its starboard side; cause of blast unclear. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 09:32am
Cannot read, cannot write, cannot see: Amitabh Bachchan on eye surgery Senior Bachchan reveals he has a lot of thinking to do, especially when it comes to the universe and its Creator. Published 01 Mar, 2021 03:24pm
Dozens of Hong Kong dissidents charged with subversion The European Union’s office in Hong Kong says the charges were of “great concern”. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 08:19am
Istanbul-Islamabad freight train to resume operations after 9 years Train to complete one side-trip in 12 days, expected to reach the Islamabad dryport on March 16. Published 01 Mar, 2021 07:36am
Trump to proclaim himself as the future for Republicans in speech Former US president to say his "incredible journey" is "far from over"; Biden administration set to ignore Trump's speech. Published 28 Feb, 2021 10:23pm
Prince Harry tells Oprah he worried history would repeat itself The interview, which is the first Harry and Meghan have given since moving to California, will air on March 7. Published 01 Mar, 2021 11:49am
Black Panther's Chadwick Boseman wins posthumous best actor at Golden Globes Nomadland's Chloe Zhao becomes first Asian woman to win best director. Published 01 Mar, 2021 11:27am
With gold-coloured Trump statue, conservatives show fealty to former president Senator Rick Scott says “President Trump has flaws” but that he had made the party more approachable for working-class Americans. Published 28 Feb, 2021 12:57pm
Arrival of 'sticky bombs' in occupied Kashmir sets off alarm bells 'Sticky bombs', often used by Afghan Taliban, can be attached to vehicles and detonated remotely. Published 28 Feb, 2021 04:38pm
House approves Biden’s $1.9tr Covid-19 relief plan “After 12 months of death and despair, the American recovery begins tonight,” congressman Brendan Boyle says. Updated 28 Feb, 2021 09:25am
Pakistan recognises Saudi efforts in Khashoggi matter FO spokesperson says S. Arabia underlined it took all possible measures within its legal system to ensure justice is served. Updated 28 Feb, 2021 07:46am
Bangladesh under ‘no obligation’ to accept Rohingya refugees: minister India doesn’t take displaced people as being not signatory to the 1951 Refugee Convention. Updated 28 Feb, 2021 09:20am
PSL fixtures to go ahead as scheduled even as two more foreign players test positive for Covid-19 Number of known infections in the league rises to four after Australian leg-spinner Fawad Ahmed tested positive on Saturday. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 06:49pm
I didn’t bowl against Qalandars according to strategy: Imad Dunk showers praise on fellow left-hander Fakhar for producing an excellent innings under pressure. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 02:15pm
Twenty-four players to attend camp at PCB’s High Performance Centre Objective of the camp is to help the elite cricketers in identifying, working and overcoming their technical flaws. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:40am
Djokovic ties Federer record of 310 weeks as world No.1 His ninth Australian Open title last month guaranteed the 18-time Grand Slam champion would surpass Federer’s record on March 8. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:42am
Afzal Zaidi elected chairman of Sindh Softball Association Meeting approves calendar for next year. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:45am
Chelsea and United draw, Liverpool win as top-four battle heats up Injury-hit champions Liverpool snapped a four-match losing run with a rather laboured 2-0 win at bottom club Sheffield United. Updated 02 Mar, 2021 10:44am
PSL match postponed after Islamabad United's Fawad Ahmed tests positive for Covid-19 Tests of other United players and Quetta Gladiators squad have come back negative: PCB. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 09:07pm
Shaheen, Fakhar shine as Qalandars overwhelm Kings Fakhar, the man-of-the-match, kept Lahore Qalandars in sight of the 187-run target after Karachi Kings had collected 186-9. Published 01 Mar, 2021 07:24am
PCB approves first boards of six cricket associations BoG also decides registration of clubs across the country will start in March. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 11:26am
‘Finch will be Australia’s T20 World Cup captain’ Doubts around Finch have been raging, led by former selector Mark Waugh. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 11:28am
Saim storms to Sindh Amateur Golf title “It’s the sort of victory that boosts my confidence about eventually turning professional,” he says. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 11:33am
Last-gasp winner caps fightback as Leipzig keep pace with Bayern "We’ll try everything to keep the Bundesliga exciting," says Leipzig coach Julian Nagelsmann. Updated 01 Mar, 2021 11:30am
Neither Karachi nor Lahore — Shaheen Afridi wins for his heartwarming gesture after clean bowling Babar Azam Twitterati couldn't contain their excitement over the moment when two of Pakistan's best cricketers came face to face. Published 28 Feb, 2021 09:21pm
Babar Azam’s belligerent knock sinks Multan Sultans in key clash He missed out on a fifth T20 hundred but incisively his innings was the cornerstone of Karachi Kings’ second win in three games. Updated 28 Feb, 2021 08:43am
Peshawar trounce Islamabad Peshawar’s third triumph propels them to the top as they get a three-day break before taking on Karachi Kings on Wednesday. Updated 28 Feb, 2021 07:55am
I’m pleased at the way my career is unfolding: Haider Ali The 20-year-old, born in Attock, has been instrumental in both victories when Peshawar were chasing targets of 190-plus at NSK. Updated 28 Feb, 2021 10:17am
Stones’ goal against West Ham sends City 13 points clear Guardiola’s side are closing in on their third PL in four seasons thanks to priceless contributions from in-form centre-backs. Updated 28 Feb, 2021 10:19am
Gayle returns to WI Twenty20 squad after two years The Jamaican opening batsman played the last of his 58 T20 Internationals against England on home turf in March 2019. Updated 28 Feb, 2021 10:19am
Peshawar go on sixes spree, inflict third defeat on Quetta Sarfaraz and Azam's partnership of 105 off just 52 balls to post highest total batting first fails to lift them to victory. Published 27 Feb, 2021 07:08am
Dashing Rizwan leads Sultans to stunning win over Qalandars Sohaib Maqsood, the out-of-favour Pakistan batsman, seals a seven-wicket triumph. Updated 27 Feb, 2021 07:30am
India’s two-day win is bad for Test cricket, pundits say The win came alongside complaints about the Ahmedabad pitch, while Indian captain Virat Kohli lambasted the batting on both sides. Updated 27 Feb, 2021 10:21am
Milan-United lights up last 16 draw The draw sends Milan star Zlatan Ibrahimovic back to the English club where he played for two years. Updated 27 Feb, 2021 10:25am
Hamza seizes initiative at Sindh Amateur Golf He returned a card of 71 — the only under-par score of the day — to grab top spot ahead of Arsalan Shikoh Khan (72). Updated 27 Feb, 2021 10:27am
Umar Akmal's 18-month ban reduced to one year, cricketer fined Rs4.25m Akmal can return to competitive cricket after serving his sentence and undergoing a rehabilitation programme, PCB says. Updated 26 Feb, 2021 04:59pm
Tokyo Olympics organisers warn against big gatherings during torch relay The toned-down relay, which will begin on March 25, will be broadcast live to avoid gatherings on streets. Updated 26 Feb, 2021 09:57am
Qalandars look to maintain winning start, Gladiators eye revival Lahore Qalandars are obviously oozing with confidence while currently sitting at the top of the table. Updated 26 Feb, 2021 09:59am
Young Wasim aiming for the top “I want to be an all-rounder for Pakistan and make my name at international level,” he says. Updated 26 Feb, 2021 10:05am
Guptill returns to form as NZ edge Australia Opener Martin Guptill smashed 97 off 50 balls and shared in a 131-run partnership with captain Kane Williamson. Updated 26 Feb, 2021 10:01am
India crush England inside two days to take 2-1 lead in Test series It was only the second Test in India's cricket history to end in two days; Ashwin says home side "bowled beautifully". Updated 25 Feb, 2021 08:16pm
India take charge as England batting crumbles on first day Rohit Sharma helped the hosts weather a top-order wobble of their own and finish an eventful 13-wicket day on 99-3. Updated 25 Feb, 2021 10:16am
Rizwan earns top tier central contract Rizwan joins the elite category which also comprises Babar Azam, Azhar Ali and Shaheen Shah Afridi. Updated 25 Feb, 2021 10:19am
Arshad eyes gold at Tokyo Olympics Says he resumed his training two months ago after an eight-month break due to Covid-19 restrictions. Updated 25 Feb, 2021 10:20am
Islamabad United trounce Karachi Kings by 5 wickets in PSL clash United, who were chasing a target of 197, won the game with five balls to spare. Updated 24 Feb, 2021 11:49pm
Pro-golfer Tiger Woods injured in LA car crash Prayers pour in for his recovery on social media. Published 24 Feb, 2021 01:12pm
Departing Gayle eyes PSL second leg in Lahore “To be honest it is sad to leave at this point in time because I wanted to play the full PSL," he says. Updated 24 Feb, 2021 10:19am
