South Asia Indian FM Jaishankar says ‘no talks’ held on trade with Pakistan Says no initiative has come forward from Pakistan's side for talks. Updated 23 Jan, 2025 12:02am
KP & FATA KP govt vows ‘indiscriminate action’ as bunker demolition in Kurram resumes Says both parties in district's ongoing tensions should formulate a procedure for demilitarising Kurram and submit it to government as soon as possible. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 11:55pm
Los Angeles wildfire death toll climbs to 28 The fires have burned 40,687 acres and destroyed over 15,000 structures. Published 22 Jan, 2025 10:05pm
South Asia At least 11 killed in rail accident in west India’s Maharashtra Maharashtra chief minister says ambulances dispatched to scene of accident, equipment also deployed. Published 22 Jan, 2025 09:44pm
KP & FATA Pakistan’s first polio case of 2025 reported in KP’s DI Khan National Emergency Operations Centre says onset of case was on January 7. Published 22 Jan, 2025 07:53pm
South Asia Chinese mine worker killed in ISIS attack in Afghanistan China’s embassy in Kabul has yet to issue a response. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 11:39pm
Research suggests space insights can help address climate-related health risks Physicians explore how One Health concept can better help address challenges faced by researchers, decision-makers and health professionals. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 06:39pm
South Asia Bangladesh scraps order against anti-government action The now cancelled order had told officials to “remain vigilant and proactive in preventing students from engaging in provocative actions". Published 22 Jan, 2025 05:59pm
Latest Peca changes draft lowers jail term to 3 years, fines remain at Rs2m Proposes establishment of the Social Media Protection and Regulatory Authority; tabled in National Assembly; PFUJ assails amendments. Updated 23 Jan, 2025 05:07pm
May 9 riots: Faisalabad ATC issues non-bailable arrest warrants for PTI’s Ayub, Shibli, and others The judge issues non-bailable arrest warrants for Ayub, Faraz, Shouzeb, and Fawad, for their failure to appear in court. Published 22 Jan, 2025 05:41pm
Prince Harry hails ‘monumental’ legal win over Murdoch newspapers The Duke of Sussex sued two publications, alleging they illegally obtained private information about him from 1996 till 2011. Published 22 Jan, 2025 05:23pm
Simmering anger as Turkiye begins burying 76 victims, detains 9 over ski resort hotel fire Hotel expresses deep sorrow, pledges full cooperation with the investigation. Published 22 Jan, 2025 04:53pm
‘Honour efforts’: Zara Noor Abbas is against comparisons and competition The actor said shows, stories, and people were inspirations and that there were no original ideas since Apple's iPhone. Published 22 Jan, 2025 04:29pm
India and US trying to arrange Modi meeting with Trump next month India considering options to counter Trump's tariff threats, according to media report. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 05:29pm
Malik Riaz and son should face courts, present their defence: info minister Riaz terms NAB’s action against him as a “new demand for blackmail”, says he will not testify. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 03:35pm
BCCI says will follow rules amid reports of ICC warning on refusal to print ‘Pakistan’ on team kits “It is the responsibility of every team to add the tournament logo to their jerseys," ICC source says. Updated 23 Jan, 2025 11:01am
India uses AI to stop stampedes at world’s biggest gathering Police official says footage fed into an AI algorithm that gives its handlers an overall estimate of a crowd stretching for miles in every direction. Published 22 Jan, 2025 01:27pm
Microsoft relaxes data centre grip on OpenAI amid $500bn joint venture Says that it still retains exclusive right to offer OpenAI’s application programming interface. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 02:18pm
Sindh 1 dead, 11 injured in traffic accident near Nooriabad: police SHO says a bus rammed into a trailer which instantly killed the bus driver. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 03:02pm
Trump pardons Silk Road founder Ulbricht for online drug scheme Democratic-led states sue over Trump's birthright citizenship order; prosecutors say Ulbricht ran Silk Road under alias Dread Pirate Roberts. Published 22 Jan, 2025 12:12pm
Indonesia rescuers search for survivors as landslide kills at least 17 Officials say 9 missing, 13 people injured as intense rainfall sparks landslide; PM Shehbaz expresses "profound sorrow". Published 22 Jan, 2025 11:59am
Berlin festival to screen Israeli hostage film after ‘anti-Semitism’ allegations last year The Berlin awards ceremony last year saw several filmmakers criticise Israel’s military campaign in Gaza. Published 22 Jan, 2025 11:33am
Top Featured Karachi: the city without a plan Despite five masterplans and countless promises, why does Pakistan's economic hub still look like a city in disarray? Updated 22 Jan, 2025 01:03pm
Sport Selection committee in no hurry to announce squad for Champions Trophy PCB official says there is no hurry in this regard as the deadline to submit the team is Feb 11. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 11:33am
Sport Djokovic beats Alcaraz in Melbourne blockbuster as Sabalenka survives in the Australian Open The Serb surges into the semi-finals and has a date with world number two Zverev, while Sabalenka plays Badosa next. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 11:15am
Sport Chelsea beat Wolves to return to Premier League top four Maresca says Chelsea dominated the first 40 minutes before problems that have haunted them in recent weeks returned. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 11:38am
Trump’s inaugural address served as partial reminder of what next 4 years portend for US, its imperial interests This character is now chief executive of the most powerful nation, accompanied by equally immoral underlings. Published 22 Jan, 2025 09:08am
KP & FATA Jirga threatens protest for recovery of PAEC workers “Despite lapse of around two weeks, there are no visible signs of the release of kidnapped workers,” participants of the jirga say. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 11:54am
KP & FATA Gunship helicopters being used in Kurram operation Sources say that gunship helicopters were strafing miscreants’ hideouts Bagan, Uchat, Charkhel and Dadkhel areas of Lower Kurram. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 12:07pm
KP & FATA KP to move CCI for repeal of ‘tweaks’ in Irsa ordinance Sources say as the federal government had to take the ordinance to parliament, both KP and Sindh want it to address their concerns about it. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 12:19pm
Gaza war is far from over with Zionist regime still not willing to end occupation How can people in Gaza live in peace while being under an everlasting state of siege? Published 22 Jan, 2025 08:41am
Islamabad Suparco says celestial spectacle to adorn night skies till mid-February Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn will be visible to the naked eye, offering a rare treat for stargazers. Published 22 Jan, 2025 08:41am
Islamabad Rs100 fare dispute leaves man dead, father injured in Punjab Rickshaw driver asks for more than agreed fare, resulting in heated argument. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 11:28am
Islamabad Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad’s stray dogs centre struggles to make ends meet Almost 20 dogs caged in facility living off scraps from hotels, volunteers; helpline also out of order. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:58am
Editorial: ECP has repeatedly acted as if it has no duty to uphold standards of freedom, fairness The results of its institutional contemptuousness have been plain for all to see. That it still refuses to correct course is ominous indeed. Published 22 Jan, 2025 08:40am
Sindh Police fail to trace attackers of ex-MPA Ghalib Domki Come out with entirely different version of episode to claim credit of killing one of the assailants. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:42am
Sindh CM Murad suspends two ACs, Mukhtiarkar for absence from duty Sindh CM sends Gadap sub-registrar packing; orders upgrade of facilities at Risala police station. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:46am
Sindh Sindh Assembly rejects opposition resolution for holding elections of student unions Lanjar says law on students’ union already being implemented as PPP majority prevails in blocking resolution. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:35am
Sindh Body to regulate e-taxi service soon, says Sharjeel Inam Meeting discusses steps to develop “robust” EV charging network in major urban, rural areas of Sindh. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 11:06am
Punjab Harsher penalties for kite flyers, makers in Punjab Violators to face three to five years jail, Rs2m fine or both; kite makers to be jailed for five to seven years. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:42am
Punjab Punjab to introduce new subject groups in matric curriculum Educationist stresses need for appointing teachers for agriculture, fashion design and textile subject groups. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:41am
Punjab University student allegedly gang-raped in Lahore Victim alleges that one of the suspects befriended her through social media and proposed her for marriage. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 11:49am
Punjab Police inspector killed over parking issue in Lahore Suspect says the official used to insult and humiliate him many times, prompting him to take the extreme step. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:47am
Business NA panel supports FBR move to curb realty black money Constitutes sub-committee to address stakeholders’ concerns. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 09:42am
Business Exporters warn against changes in Export Facilitation Scheme Local spinners urge government to impose sales tax on imported yarn. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:07am
Business Stocks lose 803 points on profit-taking Analyst attributes bearish trajectory to investor concerns over dismal growth projections, speculations over the government-PTI talks. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 09:43am
Business Call for practical policy frameworks for trade, industry Business leaders underscore importance of eliminating ambiguities that left numerous issues unresolved over the past 5 years. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 09:43am
Business Engineering Development Board to prepare Power Sector Indigenisation Plan Says initiative aims to achieve import substitution, enhanced localisation, and increased export potential of electrical power equipment. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:04am
Business PM orders probe into dredging contract of Karachi Port Trust Documents reveal that KPT recommended awarding dredging contract to Chinese company despite concerns against firm. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:01am
Business Pakistan, Cambodia discuss trade expansion Commerce minister highlightes Pakistan’s strategic location, growing economy, and investment-friendly policies. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 09:43am
Business Centre claims K-Electric owes it Rs225bn Circular debt fell to Rs2.3tr in November 2024 from Rs2.6tr a year ago. Published 22 Jan, 2025 07:40am
International Gazans’ joy at ceasefire dims as they visit ruined homes, dig for the dead Some Palestinians could not even recognise where they once lived and turned back to tents. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:31am
International Sri Lanka orders former leaders to move out of govt residences Govt decided to convert stately homes into upmarket boutique hotels or museums, info minister says. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:18am
International Lawsuits challenge Trump’s birthright citizenship move Plaintiffs argue the constitution provides that anyone born in the US is considered a citizen. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:25am
International EU, China warn against trade friction after Trump’s return US president to make online appearance at World Economic Forum; Germany's Scholz vows to “defend free trade” with other partners. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:02am
International Dutch researcher designs unique e-bike to make cycling safer Bicycle collects data on range, direction, elevation of both moving and stationary objects. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:07am
Front Page Trump pulls the plug on WHO, climate accord on first day New president signs raft of orders, withdrawing birthright citizenship, ending sanctions against West Bank settlers. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 08:22am
Front Page Cabinet extends licences for 86 foreign pilots PM calls Gwadar airport "gift from China"; forms Khawaja Asif-led committee to review Toshakhana Act 2024. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 12:27pm
Front Page ‘Jurisdiction’ becomes bone of contention at apex court Justice Mansoor Shah says once fixed, the case cannot be taken away; calls it "gift from God". Updated 22 Jan, 2025 08:00am
Front Page PM Shehbaz’s presence fails to quell noisy protest in NA NA passes bill for health university amid PTI sloganeering; several pieces of legislation deferred due to absence of relevant ministers. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 11:10am
Back Page Nine Palestinians killed in Jenin Israeli military chief resigns over Oct 7 “failure”; Qatari PM says Tel Aviv, Hamas must show "good faith" for lasting Gaza peace. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 08:20am
Back Page Govt told not to ‘play with fire’ on water issue Senate raises alarm over govt water diversion plan for corporate farming; senators demand resolution through CCI. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 09:33am
Back Page PMD warns of drought due to scarce rainfall Downpour was 40pc lower than normal between Sept 24 and Jan 15; El Niño likely to persist till March. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 08:16am
Balochistan Gwadar police raid book stall, ‘detain students’ Police team led by senior officials reportedly seizes books displayed at the stall. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:20am
Balochistan Qesco completes first phase of tube well solarisation Company disconnects electrical connections of agricultural users who received govt funding for solarisation programme. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:46am
Balochistan Nadra official gunned down in Panjgur Another injured as armed men barge into regional office. Published 22 Jan, 2025 07:22am
National Two killed, four injured as jeep falls into ravine in Astore Tourists advised not to use Astore valley road. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 09:47am
Balochistan BYC holds awareness drive in Balochistan for Jan 25 event Dr Sabia Baloch says memorial day event would serve as a demonstration of unity among the Baloch people. Updated 23 Jan, 2025 03:58pm
National Judicial Commission of Pakistan meeting tomorrow to finalise judges for SHC Will consider 46 candidates, including 4 women, vying for 12 vacant posts. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 09:44am
National Was pressured to testify against Imran in £190m case, claims Zulfi Bukhari Says "not the businessman, not myself" accepted "deals" allegedly offered. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 03:10pm
National Opposition woos former senator to expand alliance Mustafa Nawaz Khokhar urges democratic forces to unite to address prevalent challenges. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:51am
National Strategy being developed to deregulate wheat market Aims to transition from traditional procurement practices, introduce innovative solutions to maintain wheat reserves. Published 22 Jan, 2025 07:22am
National PTI gets more time to submit paperwork in party polls case Barrister Gohar assures ECP his party will submit written response on Feb 11. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:42am
National Balti, sword dances mark culmination of winter festival in Skardu Another three-day event to kick off in Hunza from tomorrow. Updated 22 Jan, 2025 09:50am
