News Archives for Latest - 2025-01-04

Balochistan

4 dead, 32 injured as bus targeted in blast in Balochistan’s Turbat: police

Officials say investigation is under way to determine nature of blast and that Quetta SSP Zohaib Mohsin was also injured in the blast with four of his family members.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 11:49pm

Ryan Rickelton’s 257 puts South Africa in control against Pakistan in 2nd Test

Rickelton finally dismissed when he attempted a tired swipe at seamer Mir Hamza and skied a catch to Mohammad Abbas at mid-on.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 08:15pm

Russia vows response after it says US-supplied ATACMS missiles targeted Belgorod

Russia defence ministry says air defences downed eight ATACMS missiles in total, without saying when or where.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 07:05pm

Middle East

Syria says international flights to and from Damascus to resume from Jan 7

"We have begun the phase of rehabilitating the Aleppo and Damascus airports with our partners' help so that they can welcome flights from all over the world," says aviation chief.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 06:05pm

‘Stop judging women’: Sharmila Faruqui slams Hina Bayat for criticising Hania Aamir, Yashma Gill’s clothes

The actor made snide remarks about Aamir and Gill wearing cholis at a recent wedding.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 05:21pm

South Korea says fatal crash cockpit transcript nearly complete

Exact cause of Boeing 737-800 crash is still unknown, but investigators have pointed to a bird strike, faulty landing gear and the runway barrier as possible issues.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 05:10pm

KP & FATA

Firing between two parties leaves 5 dead, 6 injured in Peshawar’s Tehkal: police

SSP says search operation for fleeing suspects under way, incident indicates it to be an issue of personal enmity.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 06:18pm

South Korea investigators ask acting president to clear way for Yoon’s arrest

Chief of presidential security service summoned for questioning by police.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 05:29pm

5 stunning destinations to visit in Pakistan in 2025

CNN listed Gilgit-Baltistan among its top 25 destinations to visit in 2025, and we have some more suggestions for their list.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 04:08pm

Judge to sentence Trump before inauguration in hush money case

Says instead of incarceration, leaning towards an unconditional discharge.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 01:06pm

Saim Ayub ruled out of competitive cricket for 6 weeks after fracturing ankle: PCB

Opening batter will travel back with the squad after the match concludes.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 01:03pm

India captain Bumrah heads to hospital for scans: report

Television pictures show the fast bowler leaving the ground about an hour after the first break of the day.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 12:56pm

Meghan Markle’s lifestyle show to premiere Jan 15 on Netflix

In the eight-episode series, the Duchess of Sussex will share tips on cooking, gardening, crafting, flower arranging and hosting.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 12:21pm

KP & FATA

Situation under control, says KP govt spokesperson after Kurram DC injured in firing near Bagan

Barrister Saif says DC, injured guard have been sent to Peshawar, condition said to be stable; PM Shehbaz, President Zardari condemn incident.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 08:36pm

International

Lebanon working to ‘resolve’ Syria’s new entry restrictions

“Work is underway to resolve the issue of Lebanese citizens being prevented from entering Syria,” says Lebanon’s interior minister.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 10:14am

Punjab

LHC orders ‘high-earning’ groom to raise dower

Justice Haider says haq mehr should be increased to ensure the woman’s security.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 09:41am

Existing constitutional order has created a super government

It enjoys the discretion to appoint judges, appraise their performance, and constitute the benches to hear important constitutional matters.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 09:00am

Anthropologists grappling with social changes, such as shifting class structures, religiosity

Worthwhile to assess which books primarily serve specific domain of Pakistan Studies, which take a step further to make broader contributions to respective academic disciplines.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 08:42am

Editorial: Biggest barrier in PTI, govt negotiation is inability to come to terms with their situations

Vitally important for stakeholders to acknowledge, understand politicians can still challenge opposing parties’ narratives without also being in a constant state of war with each other.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 08:03am

KP & FATA

Jamaat threatens agitation against govt for ‘halting’ Rs42bn projects in Malakand

JI division emir Inayatullah Khan says provincial government’s move had deprived the 10 million people of the region of their rights.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 11:12am

KP & FATA

Gandapur challenges ECP’s notice in high court

Sees political victimisation behind issuance of notice.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 11:20am

KP & FATA

Police promise foolproof security to Chinese engineers in Balakot

DIG visits site of Balakot power project.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 11:31am

Islamabad

Three police officials held for ‘drug peddling’ in Gujar Khan

SHO says strong links between officials, suspects wanted in drugs case discovered during investigations.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 11:00am

Islamabad

Punjab IG seeks report on arrests made on Nov 26

Report to address concerns shown by NCHR on treatment of detainees.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 10:56am

Islamabad

Mohsin Naqvi announces upgradation of police academy

Says cheque of Rs250m from National Police Foundation would be handed over soon.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 10:38am

Islamabad

CDA’s electric buses deployed for Diplomatic Enclave shuttle service in Islamabad

Civic agency should continue operation to avoid exploitation of citizens by private contractors, says official.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 10:41am

Punjab

FIA Gujranwala arrests four human traffickers

Says one suspect involved in Greece boat tragedy.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 10:57am

Punjab

Punjab CM Maryam welcomes $700m Chinese investment

E-taxi service to be launched soon; Chinese company to establish a "Computing Centre".

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 10:47am

Punjab

Lahore’s air most polluted in the world yet again

Maximum AQI was recorded at 665 at 2pm; authorities confiscate 1,541kg of plastic bags to ensure compliance with environment regulations.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 10:30am

Sindh

Cold wave to intensify across Sindh

Met department says night temperature may remain 4-7 degrees Celsius below normal in most cities.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 05:48am

Sindh

Crypto trader falls victim to kidnap ring; CTD man among seven held

Freedom secured after paying $340,000" through Binance account, he claims.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 10:03am

Sindh

Sharjeel sets five-day deadline to resolve utilities’ issues in Red Line

Meeting identifies infrastructure adjustments of KWSC, KE as major causes of project’s delay.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 05:48am

International

Biden blocks takeover of US Steel by Japanese giant

United Steelworkers president says “no doubt that it’s the right move for our members and our national security”.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 05:48am

International

Malaysia detains 196 Rohingya migrants after boat capsizes

Police say group comprises 68 men, 57 women, 32 boys and 39 girls.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 10:30am

International

Iran protests against Afghan dam project

“Exploitation of water resources and basins cannot be carried out without respecting Iran’s rights," says Tehran’s foreign ministry.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 10:07am

International

EU won’t finance ‘Islamist structures’, Berlin tells Syrian rulers

France’s Baerbock calls for “an inclusive, peaceful transfer of power, reconciliation and reconstruction”.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 09:55am

Sport

Rickelton, Bavuma tons put SA on top in Cape Town

Pakistan’s day became worse as in-form opening batter Saim Ayub gets carried off field on stretcher after sustaining ankle injury.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 11:07am

Sport

Five-star Niaz helps Peshawar take slim lead against Sialkot in QAT final

With Huraira’s departure in 48th over, Sialkot start sliding losing last 7 wickets for just 105 runs.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 11:10am

Sport

Dumfries double fires Inter to Super Cup last-four win over Atalanta

Inter forces couple of early corner kicks, takes lead when ball came to Dumfries in the six-yard box.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 05:48am

Sport

Djokovic falls to inspired Opelka in Brisbane quarter-finals

Opelka, who missed nearly 2 years due to injuries, breaks for 3-1 lead as Djokovic looked rattled by the American.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 11:15am

Business

Export of services reaches $676m in November

Growth has returned since February thanks to a consistent increase in information technology exports.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 09:47am

Business

World food prices fell 2pc in 2024: FAO

The decreases are offset in part by a 9.4-per cent rise in the vegetable oil price index.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 05:48am

Business

Weekly inflation eases slightly

SPI-based inflation declines by 0.26pc week-on-week.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 05:48am

Business

Remittance survey for expatriates launched

Questionnaire sent to all embassies in which overseas Pakistanis are asked to share length of their stay abroad; whether they ever send remittance.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 09:40am

Business

PSX manages record closing on select buying

Stocks contributing significantly to the traded volume include WorldCall Telecom, Cnergyico PK, Fauji Cement, Fauji Foods and Pace Pakistan.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 09:30am

Business

Cotton production plunges over 33pc

Textile industry will have to spend $2bn on imports.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 09:26am

Business

Nepra slams power policies for driving up consumer costs

The regulator notes how "overinvestment" in peak electricity capacity is burdening users.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 09:33am

Balochistan

Hazara Democratic Party chief injured in ‘robbery attempt by neighbour’

CM Bugti assured Hazara that the incident was being thoroughly investigated.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 09:45am

Balochistan

Earthquake jolts Sibi region

According to officials, the tremor was felt around 5:40am, lasting for around 30 seconds.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 05:48am

Balochistan

Balochistan business summit on Jan 27

SIFC secretary assures full cooperation and support for the event.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 05:48am

Balochistan

Turbat-Karachi traffic halted due to missing persons protest

Gwadar sit-in enters 20th day as leaders seek acceptance of demands.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 05:48am

Balochistan

Icy Siberian winds grip Quetta, parts of Balochistan

Met dept says rainfall began early morning in Quetta and its surrounding areas, continuing intermittently throughout the day.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 05:48am

National

GB protests 22-hour power outages amid freezing weather

Shutter-down strike observed in Hunza; KKH blocked at various points.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 09:03am

National

Pakistan tops world in economic losses due to internet shutdowns

Report claims online disruptions had $1.62bn financial impact in 2024.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 09:22am

National

Judicial Commission sitting to consider IHC, BHC judges on 17th

Commission to examine 30 candidates for seven seats.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 09:08am

National

Senate panel raises alarm over censorship policy

Info secretary terms "perceived blackout" of opposition speeches in parliament "technical glitch".

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 08:59am

National

250 PTI workers held in Nov 26 crackdown granted bail

ATC Judge Zulqarnain issues mixed verdict on bail applications related to 13 cases filed against the PTI workers.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 09:13am

Back Page

Exploded Tesla Cybertruck driver identified as army soldier

A "supporter" of Trump, Livelsberger completed five combat deployments to Afghanistan.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 08:30am

Back Page

Republicans re-elect Johnson as US House speaker despite dissent

Control the chamber by a razor-thin 219-215 majority.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 08:42am

Punjab

Punjab govt joins Breathe Pakistan climate initiative

Collaboration aims to address urgent environmental challenges and drive impactful environmental policy development across Pakistan.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 08:21am

Middle East

Israeli air strikes push Gaza death toll above 110

Tel Aviv confirms detention of Kamal Adwan hospital chief; 3 rockets fired towards Israel.

Published 04 Jan, 2025 05:47am

Front Page

Slow speeds to persist as work on damaged internet cable delayed

PTCL says shifting traffic from damaged cable will take time; senior official says internet speed will become normal by Saturday night.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 07:47am

Front Page

Opposition bemoans curbs on dissent amid crises

Achakzai accuses premier of cosying up to army after Nawaz "backed off"; Irfan Siddiqui briefs Fazl on talks with PTI.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 07:42am

Front Page

Two soldiers kidnapped in Lakki; Bannu cop martyred

Official sources say one of the soldiers managed to escape his captors, while the other was taken to an unknown location.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 07:51am

Front Page

‘Doors closed on military for now, PTI only talking to govt’, Gohar says

Admits "backdoor contacts" with establishment ahead of Nov protest; Sheikh Waqqas says verdict in £190m case won’t impact talks with govt.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 08:00am

KP & FATA

Aid convoy set to depart for Parachinar today

Barrister Saif says preparations, security arrangements in place for first such convoy to travel by road after 80 days of closures.

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 08:47am

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