Petrol sees slight rise by Rs1, high-speed diesel by Rs7 in new prices The new petrol price is Rs257.13 and that of HSD is Rs267.95. Updated 02 Feb, 2025 10:51am
Trump set to impose tariffs on Mexico, Canada starting on March 1: sources Official says any exemptions will be “few and far between”. Published 31 Jan, 2025 10:50pm
Meta’s WhatsApp says Israeli spyware company Paragon targeted users WhatsApp says it “will continue to protect people’s ability to communicate privately”. Published 31 Jan, 2025 09:44pm
IHC judges challenge proposed CJ appointment, cite threat to judicial independence Letter to CJP, high court chief justices cautions that a permanent transfer to IHC would set a "pernicious precedent" with "extremely far-reaching" ramifications. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 10:20pm
KP & FATA 10 terrorists eliminated in KP operations: ISPR Operations carried out in Dera Ismail Khan district’s Khulachi and North Waziristan district’s Datta Khel, Hassan Khel, Ghulam Khan, Mir Ali. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 06:53pm
Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish, Green Day perform in Los Angeles to raise funds for wildfire relief Money raised through FireAid will go to short-term and long-term recovery efforts, organisers said. Published 31 Jan, 2025 05:22pm
How to spend a day in Paris with a sweet tooth A list of some of the best desserts (and some savouries) to grab on the go in the city of love. Published 31 Jan, 2025 05:07pm
Dodi Khan will no longer be marrying Rakhi Sawant He has, however, promised to find her a Pakistani husband. Published 31 Jan, 2025 05:02pm
South Asia MCC announces fund for Afghan women refugee cricket team The England and Wales Cricket Board has also lent a helping hand. Published 31 Jan, 2025 04:48pm
Bulls take control of PSX as shares climb 1,000 points Analyst attributes momentum to declining inflationary trend. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 04:54pm
Squid Game’s third and final season to release June 27 Wednesday and Stranger Things are among other shows returning to the streaming giant. Published 31 Jan, 2025 03:55pm
KP & FATA About 1.8m people in KP at risk of climate change-induced health issues: report Provincial health dept launches adaptation plan; CM aide says it serves as a policy framework to address climate-related health challenges. Updated 01 Feb, 2025 10:34am
Saim Ayub out as PCB announces squad for Champions Trophy PCB chairman says Gaddafi Stadium will be reopened on February 7, Karachi's National Stadium will be unveiled on Feb 11. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 07:22pm
South Asia Indian soldiers claim killing two ‘fighters’ in occupied Kashmir Weapons and “war-like stores” recovered from the site, Indian army claims; the incident could not be independently verified. Published 31 Jan, 2025 02:38pm
Investigators seek to salvage aircraft after deadly Washington crash Defence secretary says helicopter flown by “fairly experienced crew; divers aim to “salvage the aircraft”. Published 31 Jan, 2025 02:23pm
Pakistan, China reiterate economic and security cooperation PM Shehbaz meets Chinese envoy; extends Chinese New Year greetings. Published 31 Jan, 2025 02:19pm
GSP+ benefits depend on progress in addressing ‘list of issues’, EU reminds Pakistan EU Special Representative for Human Rights highlights blasphemy laws, women’s rights, and enforced disappearances among other issues. Published 31 Jan, 2025 02:06pm
Sindh Philanthropist Chhipa appeals to distraught American woman’s Pakistani ‘husband’ to meet her Onijah Robinson came to Karachi in October to meet a 19-year-old she befriended online and has since refused to leave the country. Published 31 Jan, 2025 01:57pm
PFUJ calls for expansion of protests against Peca amendments LHC issues notices on plea challenging Peca amendments. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 09:56pm
PTI’s demands could still be accepted if they convince us: Rana Sanaullah Says PTI finally came forward for negotiations after 10 years but "fled within 10 days." Published 31 Jan, 2025 12:58pm
The law is far from emancipatory for those living in katchi abadis In the case of Islamabad's I-11 slums, the state's full coercive power was ultimately deployed in the name of the law. Published 31 Jan, 2025 12:50pm
Top Featured Tharparkar’s Rann: A destination that should be on every traveller’s radar this winter If adventure, history, and serenity had a perfect meeting point, it would be here in the Gudroo Rann. Published 31 Jan, 2025 11:32am
Govt approves key decisions on climate, aviation, accountability courts PTI's Gohar rejects offer of parliamentary committee, saying demands remain the same. Published 31 Jan, 2025 10:44am
International Rwanda-backed rebels pledge to ‘liberate’ DR Congo’s capital Rwanda says its primary interest is to eradicate fighters linked to the 1994 genocide. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 11:27am
International Russian drone barrage kills eight in Ukraine Images show gaping hole in the side of the building and rescue workers digging through debris for survivors. Published 31 Jan, 2025 10:41am
International Panama leader rules out talks with US over canal’s future Trump alleges that China was effectively “operating” the waterway. Published 31 Jan, 2025 10:40am
International Hamaad Raza watches in horror as plane carrying his wife crashes in Washington Says that his 26-years-old wife was on board the flight from Wichita, Kansas, to Washington, which collided with a military helicopter. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 01:10pm
International Dubai airport clocks record 92.3m passengers, extending hot streak Dubai has now been ranked as the world’s busiest international air hub for a decade. Published 31 Jan, 2025 10:38am
International Inclusive govt is Syria’s ‘urgent need’, Qatari emir tells Sharaa Emir stresses the "urgent need to form a government representing all spectrums” of Syrian society. Published 31 Jan, 2025 10:28am
Business Purchase of over 1,000 vehicles for FBR stopped, Senate panel told Senator Vawda says he has received death threats from FBR officials for "whistleblowing". Updated 31 Jan, 2025 11:01am
Business Power consumers to get merely 28-paisa refund Average fuel cost falls to Rs9.60 against the reference rate of Rs10.64 in December 2024. Published 31 Jan, 2025 10:24am
Business Govt claims measures help ease inflation According to the finance ministry, inflation is expected to stabilise near the long-term average of 7pc in the coming quarters. Published 31 Jan, 2025 10:23am
Business Joint ventures for local assembly of Belarusian tractors soon Meeting focuses on possibilities to enhance industrial cooperation for assembling and manufacturing Belarus tractors. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 11:10am
Business ‘Prudent monetary policy brings stability’: SBP chief Notes that small and medium enterprises’ (SMEs) financing rose from Rs543 billion in December 2023. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 11:11am
Business foreign reserves fall Country’s overall reserves fall by $137m to $16.052bn. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 11:13am
Dilemma of spin wickets Pakistan’s cricket future is compromised when the focus remains on short-term success. Published 31 Jan, 2025 10:17am
National Journalists to take to streets over ‘punitive’ Peca changes Media, rights bodies vow to resist law through public, legal measures. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 11:21am
National Zardari ‘didn’t honour’ Peca commitment, deplores Fazl JUI-F chief claims president assured him that he would talk to Naqvi about the amendments. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 11:32am
National IHC summons AGP in missing persons case on March 6 Justice Kayani decries lack of progress in the matter. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 11:39am
National Senate body orders probe into sale of adulterated LPG Multan police chief says 4 arrested over blast; questions Naya Pakistan housing authority over delivery of low-cost homes. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 11:46am
National Judicial Commission of Pakistan meeting to pick judges rescheduled LHCBA wants process put off until challenges to 26th Amendment decided. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 11:49am
Column Perils and promise of democracy When mainstream politicians adopt the expedient path of semi-loyalty, anti-democratic forces are strengthened. Published 31 Jan, 2025 10:00am
Editorial: Pakistan can’t expect to get away with violating commitments made to foreign partners Govt has only itself to blame for weakening Pakistan’s position by taking regressive measures. Published 31 Jan, 2025 09:12am
Front Page FO optimistic about restoration of Afghan transfer scheme Spokesperson deflects questions on lack of contact with Washington. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 10:37am
Front Page Malik Riaz's passport blocked in £190m case Passports also blocked of his son Ali, Shahzad Akbar, Bushra's close friend Farhat Shahzadi, all of whom are outside Pakistan. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 10:03am
KP & FATA Major among four personnel martyred in North Waziristan Over dozen terrorists killed; president, PM express grief over loss of soldiers' lives. Published 31 Jan, 2025 08:25am
Front Page SC questions lack of legal challenges to military trials Justice Afghan asks why no May 9 accused assailed military courts' ambit. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 08:49am
Back Page Over 60 killed in deadliest US crash of the century No survivors found; Russian skaters among those killed; Trump blames diversity hiring without evidence. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 09:01am
Back Page Happy with my position, says Justice Mansoor Ali Shah Calls Justice Afridi "our" CJP, hopes things will improve soon; KBA chief fears law to curtail protests by lawyers on cards. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 02:19pm
Back Page 7 survivors of Morocco boat tragedy return Only 22 out of 66 Pakistanis onboard were among survivors in the tragedy. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 09:35am
KP & FATA Govt to engage Pak-Afghan tribesmen for peace in KP Barrister Saif says objective of talks to maintain peace in province, govt preparing terms of reference. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 10:02am
Back Page Govt moves to integrate captive power plants into national grid Power division directs distribution companies, K-Electric to sign service-level agreements. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 10:46am
National Drap urged to curb illegal practices by reagent makers Pharmacists body says imperative to draw attention to rising incidents of illegal import, unlicensed manufacturing, unethical practices. Published 31 Jan, 2025 07:27am
Balochistan Gwadar protest ends after successful negotiations Alliance gives district administration 1 month to address issues. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 08:05am
Punjab LHC overturns decision in Attock Refinery case Orders rehearing, rules Customs collector lacked jurisdiction. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 08:13am
National NAB, Overseas Pakistanis Foundation join hands to protect expats from fraud Grievances may encompass fraudulent practices in housing schemes. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 11:55am
National Sha’aban begins today Decision made based on the recommendations of the Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee. Published 31 Jan, 2025 07:24am
Punjab Minor girl found murdered in Punjab According to police sources, the girl’s body was lying on the garbage heap. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 10:36am
Punjab Killing of three brothers in Jaranwala lock-up: Top police officers removed for ‘lacking in supervisory role’ Head constable stated to be the mastermind of Jan 6 attack. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 10:38am
Punjab Ramzan Sugar Mills case: Defence concludes arguments on acquittal pleas of PM, son Defence counsel says charge was baseless as the drain was not constructed for the benefit of the sugar mills. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 10:51am
Islamabad Rawalpindi road accident claims two lives Complainant says trailer crashed into some cars on road killing two people; police impounds vehicle. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 11:22am
Islamabad PIA opens a new ‘seat shop’ at engineering hanger in Rawalpindi Interior renovation of aircraft at seat shop aligns with modern requirements, spokesman says. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 11:17am
Islamabad Jinnah Avenue Interchange flyover to be ready within a fortnight: minister Mohsin Naqvi seeks a date from CDA for Srinagar Highway, Murree Road underpasses. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 11:29am
KP & FATA KP Health Foundation fails to select partners for running hospitals Contracts of seven outsourced hospitals have expired. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 10:34am
KP & FATA Bannu villagers vow to resist terrorists Locals says that in a counter action the tribesmen had made two terrorists hostage. Published 31 Jan, 2025 07:12am
KP & FATA KP govt plans to include drug rehab in Sehat Card programme KP CM orders massive crackdown on drug dealers across the province. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 10:20am
Sindh 2,500 acres planned for new graveyards in Karachi Local govt asked to ensure all housing societies also reserve spaces for cemeteries. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 10:58pm
Sindh Two workers killed in ‘boiler blast’ near Karachi’s Port Qasim Officials say blast caused "leakage of ammonia gas” injuring 7 people; 2 of them dies sustaining “chemical burns”. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 07:32am
Sindh MQM-P accuses Bilawal of ‘threatening’ Karachi traders Party chairman Siddiqui says "artificial majority govt” running in Sindh under guise of democracy for past 15 years. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 07:40am
Sport Clubs spent $8.59 billion on international transfers in 2024, says FIFA study Figure is second-highest spend after a record-breaking 2023 when clubs spent $9.63bn on international transfers. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 12:13pm
Sport Sri Lanka reeling after Khawaja double ton steers Australia to 654-6 Marks the first time the tourists breached the 600-run mark in Sri Lanka. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 12:04pm
Sport Asif stays on course for National Snooker title Last year’s finalist, Awaisullah Munir, also advances to semi-finals. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 12:15pm
