HRCP says sealing of Pattan’s building in Islamabad ‘unacceptable’ Multan office of civil society organisation also sealed. Published 22 Feb, 2025 11:28pm
Syrian refugee arrested after Berlin stabbing as Germany prepares to vote Prosecutors suspect the attack is religiously motivated; wounded man no longer in life-threatening condition. Published 22 Feb, 2025 10:35pm
Champions Trophy: Aqib Javed says ‘match-winning’ fast bowlers key for heavily anticipated India clash “There is no game you play without pressure,” says Pakistan head coach. Published 22 Feb, 2025 10:04pm
Champions Trophy clash with Pakistan just another game, says Indian batter Gill TV ratings soar when the Asian giants clash on the cricket field as millions tune in to watch the match. Updated 23 Feb, 2025 12:27pm
Miandad’s six to Jadeja blitz: 6 great India-Pakistan ODIs The cricketing powerhouses renew their storied rivalry in the most hotly-anticipated match of the 2025 Champions Trophy in Dubai on Sunday. Published 22 Feb, 2025 07:28pm
US urges backing of ‘simple’ resolution as Trump calls for Putin-Zelensky talks US’s 65-word draft proposal does not criticise Moscow. Published 22 Feb, 2025 06:12pm
Punjab PM Shehbaz announces cancer hospital in DG Khan, vows to never abandon south Punjab “This was your right and to complete it we will also work towards it and you should as well," PM says; announces university in south Punjab. Published 22 Feb, 2025 06:06pm
Govt says PTI protesters abroad with ‘anti-state’ ideas to be brought back Barrister Aqeel Malik says people who protest abroad “creating problems” for themselves. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 10:54pm
‘Pssst’, the mysterious black cat at National Stadium, Karachi is cricket’s newest superstar The cat's consistent appearance in the Champion's Trophy has sparked theories about its role in the outcome of the games. Published 22 Feb, 2025 04:46pm
Argentine court dismisses charges against 3 accused in death of singer Liam Payne Legal proceedings will continue against two employees of the Casa Sur Hotel for allegedly supplying the artist with drugs. Published 22 Feb, 2025 03:18pm
Sindh Police confirm body exhumed from Karachi graveyard was Mustafa Amir’s Karachi ATC extends suspects' physical remand by five days. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 09:06pm
Champions Trophy: Inglis trumps Duckett as Australia defeat England in record chase PCB says taking up issue of Indian national anthem playing before match with ICC. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 10:59pm
Man who stabbed novelist Salman Rushdie guilty of attempted murder Faces up to 25 years in prison over 2022 New York attack on Rushdie; will be sentenced on April 23. Published 22 Feb, 2025 01:39pm
Leighton Meester joins husband Adam Brody in Netflix’s Nobody Wants This season 2 The actor, best known for her iconic role as Blair Waldorf in Gossip Girl, will play Abby in Everybody Wants This. Published 22 Feb, 2025 01:27pm
IMF appreciates govt commitment to governance, corruption assessment Scoping mission that concluded visit recently to return later this year to "gather information, explore opportunities to strengthen governance". Updated 22 Feb, 2025 12:55pm
No pressure of India game: Haris Rauf Says "we will take it just like any other match" as team set to take on arch-rivals tomorrow. Published 22 Feb, 2025 12:06pm
Trying out Islamabad’s newest trending eatery, Ruby’s The European-style restaurant in F-8 is named after owner Yasir Jaswal's mother. Published 22 Feb, 2025 11:29am
Top Featured Pakistan vs India: A rivalry etched in sixes and heartbreaks With so much history between these two cricketing giants, we can only hope this match lives up to its legacy and becomes another classic to remember. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 06:05pm
Sindh CIA DIG says ‘financial issue’ a possible reason behind Mustafa Amir’s murder Police surgeon doubts medical board can determine cause of death. Published 22 Feb, 2025 10:16am
Trump fires top US general in unprecedented Pentagon shakeup US president has spoken of firing "woke" generals but didn't explain reasons behind latest move; 5 other military officers removed too. Published 22 Feb, 2025 09:38am
Right-wing Hindutva establishment that props up Modi was given a scolding during his US visit For Trump, tariffs reign supreme and trade deficits are determinative. By these metrics, India would be hit hard. Published 22 Feb, 2025 09:12am
‘Unfeasible’ to swap Aafia with Shakil Afridi, IHC told Law officer representing govt says Pakistan, US do not have any agreement for such an exchange. Published 22 Feb, 2025 08:49am
Conflict of interest has permeated our body politic at every level, sector Those who are to be regulated must not head the body which is going to regulate them. Published 22 Feb, 2025 08:34am
Editorial: Judiciary’s image as independent, impartial arbiter has continued to deteriorate Recent developments in SC and IHC certainly seem to have lent credibility to perception that judges perceived as a 'threat’ are being sidelined. Published 22 Feb, 2025 08:19am
Islamabad Third suspect escapes from Islamabad police custody in less than 10 days A dozen people fired shots at police team; head constable injured. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 01:21pm
Islamabad Seminary students’ protest in Islamabad causes inconvenience to citizens Policewomen also deployed on Municipal Road near Lal Masjid where over 60 women blocked the road. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 01:06pm
Islamabad Housing minister directs FGEHA for steps to complete stalled projects Riaz Hussain Pirzada says maximum transparency should be ensured in organisation through merit-based systems. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 12:59pm
KP & FATA Torghar police book ANP leaders, workers over protest Police cite violation of Section 144; party leader condemns FIR, says move violated democratic right. Published 22 Feb, 2025 06:16am
KP & FATA Inquiry launched against four nursing colleges in Malakand, Swat over ‘objectionable’ events Owners of institutes term video clips of the events on social media fake. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 11:08am
KP & FATA KP cabinet okays Ramazan cash handouts for over one million families Funds also approved to pay salary to Education Foundation teachers. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 10:50am
Punjab 170 historical sites in Punjab to be developed into tourist spots Marriyum Aurangzeb says mapping of sites completed. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 11:27am
Punjab Helmet rule cuts road crash deaths by 26pc, chief traffic officer tells LHC Officer says govt employees found riding motorbikes without helmets to be fined, reported to depts. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 07:55pm
Punjab Molten iron leaves four dead in Gujranwala Three others sustain severe burns; officials say incident occurred when iron accidentally spilled. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 11:12am
Sindh SHC issues warrants for arrest of KDA, Sepa chiefs Bench to indict alleged contemnors on Feb 27 for failing to appear in court despite being issued notices. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 10:25am
Sindh Afaq Ahmed gets bail in two rioting, terrorism cases MQM-H chairman will remain in jail in connection with yet another case. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 11:01am
International French leader cancels US speech after ‘Nazi gesture’ by Bannon Bannon holds out stiff arm at conference as he called on audience to “fight, fight, fight”. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 09:50am
International Israeli PM visits West Bank camp, tells army to step up raids after blasts on buses Palestinian Authority condemns Netanyahu’s statement. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 10:36am
International US pushes Zelensky to sign deal on mineral resources Trump wants Ukraine to give US companies access as compensation for aid delivered under Biden; Kyiv seeks security guarantees in exchange. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 09:34am
International EU to charge Google with breaking big tech rules Probe focuses on whether Google favours its vertical search engines over third-party services. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 10:00am
Sport England face Aussies at newly constructed Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore English captain Buttler expects tough challenge from Australia who has lost several players to injuries. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 01:28pm
Sport Roma reach Europa League last 16 as 10-man Ajax scrape through Paulo Dybala scores twice turning tie into favour of 2023 runners-up. Published 22 Feb, 2025 06:14am
Business Cloud industry grows with telecom expansion Helps businesses improve scalability and efficiency; P@SHA chairman calls for more data centres in country. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 10:33am
Business Ogra chief gets one-year extension Notification cites Section 3 (8)(a) of Ogra Ordinance 2002 but there is no provision for a one-year extension in the said section. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 10:31am
Business Weekly inflation rises on spike in sugar rates SPI-based inflation rebounds after 7 consecutive weeks of deceleration. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 10:28am
Business Illicit cigarettes costing govt Rs300bn a year Questions raised over poor implementation of track and trace system. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 10:21am
Business Stocks close below 113,000 on profit-taking Analyst cites investor fear over govt tax reforms ahead of IMF review next month. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 10:11am
Business Lucky Cement announces stock split Move reduces face value from Rs10 to Rs2 per share in a five-for-one stock split. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 10:13am
Business Central Development Working Party clears 15 projects worth Rs70bn Asks Ecnec to approve Rs19.96bn Optical Remote Sensing Satellite System for agriculture. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 10:17am
Sindh Cholistan water supply issue pending before Council of Common Interests: Irsa official Khalid Idrees Rana refutes reports of Irsa approving water supply to project, saying "no decision taken" yet. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 11:39am
Balochistan Balochistan approves fisheries policy All fishing vessels to be registered and equipped with tracking system. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 11:36am
National Clash leaves two dead, four injured in GB Two arrested; police say dispute between groups ongoing for a long time due to a land issue. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 11:34am
National Opposition alliance plans moot to discuss political situation Shahid Khaqan, Mahmood Achakzai stress dialogue to resolve issues facing the country. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 11:05am
Back Page PTI plans sit-in near Adiala over Imran’s ‘solitary detention’ Approaches LHC for permission to hold public rally at Minar-i-Pakistan on March 22. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 09:23am
KP & FATA Six militants killed in Karak security operation Two civilians die in attack on Bannu police post. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 08:06am
Sindh Sindh govt, OPP introduce two scholarships at Oxford University Six outstanding students to receive financial support to pursue graduate degrees each year. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 08:58am
Back Page Arab leaders meet in Riyadh to counter Trump’s Gaza displacement plan US president’s move has united Arab states in their opposition. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 08:48am
Back Page Israel to free 602 Palestinians today in Gaza swap Hamas to release six Israelis; says it is investigating possible error over prisoner’s body. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 08:02am
Front Page PTI goes to court against restrictions on meeting Imran Junaid Akbar files petition in IHC, accuses govt of violating jail manual. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 09:48am
Front Page Senators take issue with deputy chairman’s attitude Shibli says Ijaz Chaudhry not being presented is "contempt"; MPs lament "closure" of Utility Stores. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 09:01am
Front Page New system to track cases that hinder govt business Move will help executive branch keep an eye on pending cases, including tax matters, where millions are stuck due to delays. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 09:21am
Front Page PTCL to link new internet cable today Africa-1 Submarine Cable to be connected to PTCL’s landing station at Karachi Seaview; to be ready for service in 2026. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 07:26am
Front Page Slew of small tremors prevent major quakes, experts say Pakistan shifting towards satellite tracking to monitor seismic activity, improve early warning capabilities. Updated 22 Feb, 2025 08:11am
