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FIFA World Cup 2022: Fernandes double sends Portugal through

Goal celebrated by Cristiano Ronaldo before it was later awarded to Bruno Fernandes set Portugal on way to 2-0 win over Uruguay.

Published 29 Nov, 2022 10:00am

Gen Bajwa to hand over command to Gen Munir today

Gen Munir will be the 17th army chief to assume the command of the Pakistan Army.

Published 29 Nov, 2022 09:49am

Indian PM Narendra Modi’s irrational invincibility

The West needs the likes of Modi and the Saudi prince.

Published 29 Nov, 2022 09:42am

Will the new establishment consider Balochistan and economy — two issues that need introspection?

Is it even possible to begin these conversations, which might prove a tad uncomfortable?

Published 29 Nov, 2022 09:00am

Editorial: PTI’s decision to dissolve assemblies is a political challenge that must be dealt with politically

PDM and PTI must realise that neither will get what they want if they keep fighting bitterly at every turn.

Published 29 Nov, 2022 08:49am

AJK LG polls: Muzaffarabad falls to rivals amid PTI wins in Neelum, Jhelum valleys

In 41-member District Council of Muzaffarabad, PPP bags highest number of seats at 16 followed by PTI's 15.

Published 29 Nov, 2022 08:29am

PTI confident any no-trust move against them will be defeated

Fawad Chaudhry disregards federal govt’s plan to impose governor’s rule for being unconstitutional.

Published 29 Nov, 2022 08:09am

PM, president eulogise Gen Bajwa’s services

PM Shehbaz lauded Gen Bajwa's services to the nation, particularly in areas of defence, security and geo-economics.

Updated 29 Nov, 2022 09:40am

Balochistan more peaceful now than before: Langove

Says both the govt and security forces are taking all measures to ensure protection of the people's life and property.

Updated 29 Nov, 2022 09:40am

Altaf versus ex-loyalists over London properties

The case centres around seven north London properties to the tune of £10 million pounds which the ex-loyalists seek to claim.

Updated 29 Nov, 2022 09:52am

Lt-Gen Faiz Hamid takes ‘early retirement’

There is no official confirmation from ISPR regarding the development, but ISPR or Gen Hamid haven't issued a denial either.

Updated 29 Nov, 2022 08:00am

110,000 children, adolescents died from AIDS-related causes in 2021: Unicef

Warns ending the life-threatening virus will continue to be a distant dream.

Updated 29 Nov, 2022 10:05am

Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa: 6 tumultuous years and a legacy unlike any other

10th chief of army staff in the country’s history retires today after two eventful terms.

Published 29 Nov, 2022 07:35am

Body of slain expat recovered in Italy

The victim went missing from the Italian city of Reggio Emilia on April 30, 2021.

Updated 29 Nov, 2022 10:06am

CM’s complaint centres to be set up across Balochistan

Govt officers should consider themselves to be servants of the masses and should keep their doors open: Bizenjo.

Updated 29 Nov, 2022 10:08am

MQM-P raises delimitation issue as PPP mulls response to PTI move

PPP claims to MQM-P's assurance that it will stay in coalition.

Updated 29 Nov, 2022 08:24am

ECP bound to hold by-polls in case of PTI resignations, says official

If all PTI lawmakers quit, subsequent electoral exercise will cost exchequer Rs25bn, he says.

Published 29 Nov, 2022 07:24am

PML-N to ‘do all it can’ to foil Punjab Assembly dissolution

Parliamentary party considers moving no-trust resolution, governor’s rule, seeking vote of confidence from CM.

Updated 29 Nov, 2022 08:11am

Reko Diq case: Barrick Gold Corporation won’t claim exemption from labour laws, SC told

CJP-led bench likely to close Reko Diq case by Dec 1.

Published 29 Nov, 2022 07:21am

Cocaine ‘super-cartel’ busted in Europe, Dubai

Police arrest 49 people, seize 30 tonnes of drugs in various countries.

Updated 29 Nov, 2022 10:03am

UN agencies demand abolition of death penalty in Saudi Arabia

Rights activists were particularly concerned with the Saudi decision to resume executions for drug-related offences.

Updated 29 Nov, 2022 08:52am

Bilawal urges world leaders to set up climate fund before COP28

Global failure to keep commitments would have devastating consequences, FM warns.

Updated 29 Nov, 2022 09:04am

UHS, UK experts conduct clinical trial of nasal spray to treat Covid

Herbal drug being tested on 80 local volunteers .

Updated 29 Nov, 2022 10:08am

Monkeypox to be renamed mpox: WHO

Says decision taken to avoid stigmatisation stemming from existing name; WHO confirms more than 80,000 cases, 55 deaths reported this year.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 09:32pm

FIFA World Cup 2022: Kudus double sparks Ghana’s 3-2 win over South Korea

South Korea cranked up the pressure as time ran out but the Ghanaians defended by putting their bodies on the line.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 09:01pm

Muslim student in India’s Karnataka confronts teacher for calling him a ‘terrorist’

Manipal University initiates departmental inquiry against teacher; Indian journalists call incident shameful.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 07:02pm

TTP ends ceasefire with govt, orders its militants to 'carry out attacks in entire country'

Says decision was taken after its members were targeted in a "series of non-stop attacks" in Bannu's Lakki Marwat district.

Updated 28 Nov, 2022 11:13pm

Pak vs Eng: Ben Stokes to donate match fee for entire Test series to flood victims

PM Shehbaz appreciates the all-rounder's gesture, says it "epitomises the great British tradition of philanthropy".

Published 28 Nov, 2022 06:20pm

Shaheen a ‘big loss’ for Pakistan, says England coach McCullum

Says ace pacer has made "huge progress" since he played with and then coached Shaheen during PSL 2016 and 2017.

Updated 28 Nov, 2022 09:33pm

‘I wasn’t comfortable working with him so I said no’: Iqra Aziz on her decision to retract project with Feroze Khan

The Suno Chanda actor said everyone has the right to choose how they want to work and with whom.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 05:28pm

Azam Swati cases: Imran asks SC if Article 14 'only applicable to the powerful of the state'

PTI senator moves IHC against his arrest, says he fears "custodial killing".

Updated 29 Nov, 2022 10:09am

Iran rejects UN investigation into anti-govt protests

"Iran will have no cooperation with the political committee formed by the UN Rights Council," foreign ministry spokesperson says.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 04:45pm

Malala joins campaign group Action for Afghanistan to march for freedom of Afghan women and girls

The Nobel laureate and activist called on the UK and powerful countries to do more to help them.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 02:43pm

Riots in Brussels after Morocco beat Belgium in FIFA World Cup

Fans smash shop windows, throw fireworks and torch vehicle; police say 11 people have been arrested.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 02:24pm

More than 80 injured as Indian police clash with Adani port protesters

Villagers say $900m port project causing coastal erosion, depriving them of their livelihoods.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 02:12pm

Crash Landing on You stars Hyun Bin and Son Ye Jin welcome their first child

The Korean actors are now parents to a baby boy — congratulations to the happy couple!

Published 28 Nov, 2022 01:13pm

Gen Bajwa certain army’s ‘political quarantine’ will bode well for Pakistan

In interview with Gulf News, he says "institutional resolve to remain apolitical will remain steadfast".

Published 28 Nov, 2022 12:31pm

Designer Maheen Khan is returning her Lux Style awards in solidarity with victims of abuse

"I had hopes that LSAs would be not just a champion of style but a platform that nurtured justice," she wrote on Instagram.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 11:42am

The moral compass of the FIFA World Cup

The level of criticism on Qatar in the lead up and in the first few days of the World Cup has probably been unprecedented for a global sporting event.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 11:41am

Osman Khalid Butt’s performance at the LSAs came with a condition — Feroze Khan would not be present

The actor cleared his stance amid backlash and people calling him out for "celebrating and cheering on abusers".

Published 28 Nov, 2022 11:36am

China's Covid-19 cases hit fresh record high after weekend of protests

BBC says police assaulted and detained one of its journalists, releasing him several hours later.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 11:27am

Pakistan’s digital lending revolution

Not only is increased digital lending the need of the hour, it is also a very attractive business proposition.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 10:50am

PSX reacts to surprise rate hike, plunges over 800 points

Analyst says market opened negative as it factored in higher interest rates, continued uncertainty on political front.

Updated 28 Nov, 2022 04:34pm

Why govt needs to move swiftly to ease economic pressure on households and restore business confidence

Much depends on handling the toxic mix of steep inflation and sagging growth.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 09:52am

Finance ministry hesitant over ECP plea to release Rs47bn for elections

Ministry is apparently in difficult position to earmark major supplementary grant in view of IMF engagements.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 09:31am

Holistic, consistent approach needed for Pakistan to bear the fruit of seeds it planted at COP27

Economic growth must be reframed in the context of climate justice.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 09:20am

It's the choices our political leaders make that will shape the country’s future — not army chief's appointment

It is how the confluence of challenges are tackled that will determine the country’s fate and fortunes.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 08:59am

Germany keep FIFA World Cup hopes alive after 1-1 draw with Spain

In a game where substitutes got goals for both sides, Fuellkrug’s powerful finish in 83rd minute levelled matters for Germany.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 08:33am

Editorial: For outgoing COAS Bajwa to say fall of Dhaka was a political failure is highly debatable

The point of no return came when the military launched Operation Searchlight in March 1971.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 08:29am

Crypto lessons from Sultana Daku

‘Genius’ is no excuse for the lack of corporate governance.

Updated 28 Nov, 2022 09:38am

The Catch-22 of growth and inflation

Unless a few billion dollars come in immediately, the forex crisis will get out of hand.

Updated 28 Nov, 2022 09:33am

Rana Sana predicts NA election may face six-month delay

“We know how to block Elahi from using his chief minister’s powers to dissolve the [Punjab] assembly,” he says.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 07:53am

Builders inflate prices of flats

Despite the fact that Karachi is a magnet for apartment lovers, only around 9pc of Pakistan’s urban population lives in flats.

Updated 28 Nov, 2022 09:36am

PDM mulls options to foil PTI’s plan of dissolving Punjab, KP assemblies

PML-N summons parliamentary party meeting today to discuss options for dislodging PTI-PML-Q alliance; Zardari likely to travel to Lahore for 'Mission Lahore'.

Published 28 Nov, 2022 07:36am