Middle East Over 112,000 missing Syrians probably killed in Assad regime detention centres, says rights group Ousted regime delayed recording deaths of prisoners in civil registries. Published 28 Dec, 2024 11:35pm
Elon Musk backs AfD party in German newspaper opinion piece Opinion editor at German newspaper resigns over Musk piece. Published 28 Dec, 2024 10:35pm
Middle East Iran says 2025 ‘important year’ for nuclear issue Iranian foreign minister mentions discussing the issue with Chinese counterpart. Published 28 Dec, 2024 09:46pm
Putin apologises to Azerbaijan’s Aliyev over ‘tragic incident’ with plane in Russian airspace The Kremlin says the call took place at Putin’s request. Published 28 Dec, 2024 07:59pm
South Africa lose quick wickets to Pakistan as they chase modest winning target Visitors dismissed for 237, bad light brings early close to third day. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 10:21pm
Pakistan’s long-standing crisis can be resolved if Nawaz, Imran and Zardari sit together: Rana Sanaullah Defence minister Asif suggests "all power centres should be part of negotiations" as "this is not merely the politicians’ problem." Updated 28 Dec, 2024 07:39pm
PM says overbilling by power firms unacceptable, directs completion of smart meters installation Meeting chaired by PM Shehbaz reviews Discos' performance in Lahore, Peshawar and Faisalabad. Published 28 Dec, 2024 06:15pm
Germany says latest undersea cable cut a ‘wake-up call’ Nato bolsters military presence in Baltic Sea as Finnish authorities probe into “aggravated sabotage” of Estlink cable. Published 28 Dec, 2024 04:01pm
Sindh Traffic hurdles persist in Karachi as sit-ins against Parachinar killings continue Karachi traffic police says Sharea Faisal going towards the city opened; MWM holds protest in Lahore. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 07:09pm
What defined 2024 for Team Images We've listed our favourite things this year and the things we want to leave in 2024. Updated 30 Dec, 2024 04:59pm
Trump asks US Supreme Court to pause law threatening TikTok ban “Now [that] I’m thinking about it, I’m for TikTok, because you need competition,” Trump says. Published 28 Dec, 2024 01:14pm
South Asia State funeral held for former India PM Manmohan Singh Honours led by president with Modi, Bhutan king in attendance; Rahul joins Singh's family for prayers. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 04:55pm
Romeo and Juliet star Olivia Hussey dies aged 73 The actor was 15 when she and her co-lead Leonard Whiting starred in the Oscar-winning adaptation of William Shakespeare's tragedy. Published 28 Dec, 2024 11:54am
Editorial: Secretive military trials, shielded from scrutiny, fail to provide answers that citizens deserve The civilian judiciary remains functional. Why, then, were these cases routed through a system outside the civilian domain? Published 28 Dec, 2024 11:50am
Best approach for FBR is to enhance tax collection by strictly enforcing laws Lack of understanding of tax principles underpins the continuous failure of successive reforms. Published 28 Dec, 2024 11:05am
Army refutes claims of role in Nov 26 crackdown on PTI supporters Military spokesperson criticises PTI govt’s 2021 talks with TTP as "misguided"; insists May 9 trials send strong message against vandalism. Published 28 Dec, 2024 09:45am
Editorial: PTI seems to be sending mixed signals about negotiations with govt If Imran wants talks to yield results, he should authorise PTI’s committee to fully engage with the other side without setting deadlines. Published 28 Dec, 2024 08:53am
Sport India lose five after Smith’s heroics put Australia in charge Rishabh Pant was not out six, Jadeja on four, with 3 wickets in final half-hour bursting India’s momentum after they were 153-2. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 12:29pm
Sport Rybakina takes Kazakhstan past Spain in United Cup debut Kazakhstan can qualify for quarter-finals of 18-nation mixed teams event by beating Greece in second Group ‘C’ match. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 12:38pm
Sport Two sailors die in wild weather on Sydney to Hobart race Race organisers say both crew members died after suspected to have been hit by sail boom. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 12:44pm
Sport Liverpool go seven points clear but Slot says ‘too early’ for title talk Salah grabs 19th goal this term with trademark finish to wrap up Liverpool’s 11th win in last 13 games. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 12:33pm
Business 15 SOEs inflict Rs406bn loss in 1HFY24 Breakdown indicates NHA reported highest loss of Rs151.3bn, followed by Qesco with Rs56.2bn, PIA with Rs51.7bn. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 11:31am
Business SECP alerts eZfile users Circular has highlighted that it was essential to prioritise the protection of user login credentials. Published 28 Dec, 2024 07:58am
Business Stocks partially recover overnight losses Trading volume rise 29.91pc to 815.92 million shares while the traded value falls 1.98pc to Rs32.91bn day-on-day. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 10:38am
Business Paid-up capital for exchange companies doubled to Rs1bn Shareholders will not divest any part of their capital without prior approval from SBP. Published 28 Dec, 2024 07:58am
Business Short-term inflation rises for third straight week Increases by 0.80pc from the previous week. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 11:00am
Business Govt fears missing Rabi targets due to below-normal rainfall Despite challenges in some sectors, govt may achieve GDP growth target. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 11:14am
Business Tobacco firms cut buying target for next year Delayed quota announcement put growers in a quandary. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 10:45am
International Moldova to limit power use as Russian gas cutoff looms Country has been preparing for potential power cuts since Ukraine said it would not extend a gas transit deal with Russian energy giant Gazprom when it expires on Dec 31. Published 28 Dec, 2024 07:52am
International Manmohan Singh: the visionary who dreamt of improving lives Leader of opposition says "India has lost a visionary statesman, a leader of unimpeachable integrity, and an economist of unparalleled stature". Updated 28 Dec, 2024 12:50pm
International Post-election violence sows fear and chaos in Maputo Food, fuel and medicine are running low for the city’s inhabitants. Published 28 Dec, 2024 07:52am
International Nato to boost Baltic Sea presence after cable damage “We have agreed with Estonia [...] our wish is to have a stronger Nato presence," says Finnish president. Published 28 Dec, 2024 07:52am
International Iranian FM warns against interference in Syria Supreme leader predicts on emergence of a strong, honourable group” that will stand against “insecurity” in Syria. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 11:53am
Balochistan Benazir Kisan Card scheme launched in Balochistan Under the scheme, provincial govt would provide subsidies to small farmers to procure fertilisers, seeds, agri equipment. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 12:47pm
National Infighting continues among top lawyers on 26th Amendment Lawyers’ action committee rebukes SCBA for endorsing "executive control over apex court". Updated 28 Dec, 2024 12:45pm
Balochistan Balochistan lawmakers assured of probe into illegal land allotment Revenue Minister Mir Asim Kurd alias Gello denies state land allotted during the incumbent provincial govt. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 12:53pm
National PTI seeks shift in state policies, slams tendency to term dissent ‘anti-state’ Party assails DG ISPR’s "same old script"; claims talks with TTP were former army chief’s initiative. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 10:26am
National App planned in Pakistan to alert hearing-impaired about natural disasters ConnectHear is collaborating with PTCL and Ufone, which would enable cellular users to access the app at “zero data cost”. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 12:40pm
National PM Shehbaz orders punitive action against human traffickers Directs that a committee headed by interior minister be formed to find a permanent solution to issue. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 11:38am
National Military declares custody of man missing since March Mudassar Khan from AJK facing a trial, defence ministry tells IHC. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 10:15am
Sindh Operation launched in Khairpur villages to stop bloodshed after 5 deaths SSP says raids conducted on many suspected criminal hideouts, number of suspects rounded up. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 11:12am
Sindh Slow progress, deeper digging escalate Karachi’s Karimabad underpass cost Project may take 8 more months to complete if funds released without delay, sources say. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 11:16am
Sindh Protests by MWM enter fourth day as roadblocks compound Karachi’s traffic woes Sit-ins over Parachinar killings spread to other Sindh cities; Allama Naqvi holds govt responsible for any inconvenience to people. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 02:08pm
KP & FATA JI sees ‘external pressure’ behind delay in approval of seminaries bill Ex-senator Mushtaq vows no one can stop law’s implementation. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 12:07pm
KP & FATA Torghar residents demand permission for chopping down trees for own use Urge govt to restore forests’ protective status. Published 28 Dec, 2024 07:25am
KP & FATA Kurram people offer Friday prayers on streets Sit-ins continue at 5 different locations against the closure of roads in the district. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 02:03pm
KP & FATA CM Gandapur urges ‘all stakeholders’ to support govt’s Kurram peace initiative Says 10 tons of medical supplies already delivered to region. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 11:59am
Islamabad PIA includes ATR aircraft into operational duty Addition to strengthen PIA’s flights to Gilgit, Sukkur, Turbat and Gwadar. Published 28 Dec, 2024 07:25am
Punjab Lahore’s new CTO shifts focus from issuing tickets to traffic management Forms teams to clear choking points, encroachments on major roads. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 11:31am
Punjab MPAs briefed on Rs120bn clean Punjab initiative Opposition boycotts provincial assembly speaker’s conference. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 11:30am
Punjab Rain ends dry spell, improves air quality in Lahore Tripping of over 260 Lesco feeders leaves most parts of city without power. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 11:39am
Back Page 2024 sees devastating climate disasters across the globe From prosperous European cities to overcrowded slums in Africa, no place was spared by disasters. The year was the hottest in history. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 08:45am
Middle East Israel raids Gaza hospital, orders patients to evacuate Enclave’s health ministry says hospital staff out of contact; 25 Palestinians killed, including 15 in a single house. Published 28 Dec, 2024 07:24am
Back Page ‘Interference’ seen as cause of Azerbaijan plane crash: probe Baku says signs of shrapnel on wreckage indicate plane was "hit by air defence systems"; survivors recall hearing explosions. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 10:48am
Front Page Govt close to settlement of madressah conundrum Cabinet green-lights carbon markets policy to pave way for voluntary markets, cooperative approaches. Published 28 Dec, 2024 07:24am
KP & FATA Nine terrorists killed in North Waziristan Two "commanders" among those neutralised; "TTP hub" targeted in South Waziristan strikes. Published 28 Dec, 2024 07:24am
Front Page Talks cannot go hand in hand with backing for terrorists, PM Shehbaz tells Kabul Remembers Benazir Bhutto as "a courageous woman"; says 1,000kg of medicines sent to Parachinar. Updated 28 Dec, 2024 09:23am
Front Page Non-Muslim can’t inherit from Muslim relative: LHC Lower courts had decreed in favour of grandson who sought cancellation of mutation in favour of one of his uncles. Published 28 Dec, 2024 07:24am
