Live Ready for war and peace, choice is yours: PM Shehbaz says to India PM Shehbaz has said it is up to India to choose war or peace in relations with Pakistan. “We are ready for war and... Published 14 May, 2025 09:32pm
Dawn journalist first Pakistani to win top prize for AIPS young reporters writing award Anushe Engineer wins award for feature on trials and tribulations of Olympian Arshad Nadeem. Updated 14 May, 2025 11:23pm
Sindh Sindh CM Shah reviews budget proposals, development schemes Launches austerity drive to conserve funds for development initiatives. Published 14 May, 2025 07:28pm
Islamabad court orders jail authorities to allow Imran’s contact with sons, check-up by personal physician Directs Adiala Jail superintendent to "strictly follow" previous court orders on the matter in "letter and spirit". Updated 10 Jul, 2025 12:18pm
Live PM lauds ‘exceptional bravery, professionalism’ of troops during Operation Bunyanum Marsoos Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has praised the “exceptional bravery and professionalism” during Operation Bunyanum... Published 14 May, 2025 06:37pm
Robert De Niro calls Trump ‘philistine’, slams tariffs on Hollywood at Cannes Film Festival The actor's speech came as he accepted a lifetime achievement award at the festival. Published 14 May, 2025 05:31pm
KP & FATA Couple burnt to death in KP’s Shangla amid blazing wildfire The wildfire has now been extinguished. Published 14 May, 2025 04:22pm
Pakistan pulled off a ‘macroeconomic miracle’: report Investors don't think country is "risky enough" anymore, says Barron’s. Published 14 May, 2025 04:00pm
May 9 riots: Lahore ATCs to hear cases 4 days a week to speed up process Supreme Court instructed them to wind up cases within four months. Updated 14 May, 2025 06:22pm
Live Number of personnel martyred defending country against Indian aggression rises to 13: ISPR The number of personnel martyred defending the country during Pakistan’s recent military confrontation with India... Updated 14 May, 2025 06:24pm
After India’s Karachi Bakery vandalised, Pakistanis are showing love for Hyderabad’s Bombay Bakery The beloved bakery and its famous coffee cake have been enjoyed by Pakistanis for over a century. Published 14 May, 2025 02:48pm
Live Imran applauds nation and armed forces, calls out Modi’s ‘cowardice’ PTI founder Imran Khan has applauded the people and the armed forces for their response to Modi’s “cowardice”. In a... Published 14 May, 2025 02:31pm
Mohammed Ali Naqvi to preview exclusive footage from rescue thriller Hanging By A Wire at Cannes Market The documentary recounts the harrowing 2023 cable car incident in KP’s Battagram and is currently in production. Published 14 May, 2025 01:52pm
Trump meets Syrian president, says he is looking into normalising ties Saudi Arabia commends Trumps decision to lift sanctions on Syria. Updated 14 May, 2025 02:26pm
Live Rangers man returned to Pakistan; detained BSF soldier handed to India Pakistan and India have exchanged one prisoner each — both security personnel — at Wagah Border, Muhammadullah of... Published 14 May, 2025 12:49pm
Pakistan receives second tranche of $1bn from IMF State Bank says amount will be reflected in foreign exchange reserves for the week ending May 16. Updated 14 May, 2025 04:10pm
Khilnay Ko is Meesha Shafi’s most radical work yet — whether you like it, or not At one point, the artist considered calling it 'Trigger Warning'. Published 14 May, 2025 12:17pm
KP & FATA MNA Mubarak Zeb safe after IED explodes outside his Bajaur residence Police say search operation to "track down terrorists" underway. Updated 14 May, 2025 01:33pm
Top Featured Young futures on hold: Inside the Bolan Medical College’s six-month-long shutdown In Balochistan, where challenges in the delivery of healthcare and access to education are aplenty, the prolonged suspension of the BMC’s operation has sparked a debate. Published 14 May, 2025 10:56am
‘I thought I was going to die,’ reality TV star Kim Kardashian tells Paris robbery trial "I forgive you for what has taken place, but it does not change the emotion, the trauma," she said. Published 14 May, 2025 10:53am
Live Pakistan envoy Rizwan thanks US for timely intervention in facilitating ceasefire Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, has appreciated the United States for its timely... Published 14 May, 2025 09:52am
While suo motu facility needs fixing, the answer is not legal regression by abdicating it Regulate the criteria but do not quietly watch as the most important judicial power is procedurally euthanised. Published 14 May, 2025 09:30am
Trump’s decision to stay neutral is biggest diplomatic setback for India It is also now essential to restore political stability in the country. Published 14 May, 2025 09:06am
Editorial: Durable peace can only come from political will and wisdom of leaders in both India and Pakistan As nuclear nations, both countries must wield their powers with utmost responsibility and immense restraint. Published 14 May, 2025 08:34am
Live AJK ensures compensation to victims of Indian aggression along LoC: SDMA The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government has announced that it had ensured the disbursement of compensation and... Published 14 May, 2025 08:23am
Editorial Crisis averted As nuclear nations, both countries must wield their powers with utmost responsibility and immense restraint. Updated 14 May, 2025 08:39am
Column Back from the brink It was once again external intervention that helped stop the conflict between the two countries. Updated 14 May, 2025 09:06am
National WFP pledges support for BISP’s nutrition, education efforts BISP chairperson highlights Specialised Nutritious Food for "reducing stunting among children and improving maternal health". Published 14 May, 2025 06:40am
Balochistan Four abducted truck drivers found dead in Noshki No group claims responsibility for killings; Shahid Rind strongly condemns incident. Updated 14 May, 2025 09:47am
Balochistan Balochistan to digitise birth and death registration “The birth and death certificates have already been fully digitised in cooperation with Nadra,” LG secretary says. Updated 14 May, 2025 09:43am
National President, premier salute martyred soldiers India’s blatant aggression further united and strengthened the Pakistani people, President Zardari says. Updated 14 May, 2025 09:32am
National If ceasefire is possible with India, why not with political rivals at home, asks PTI Imran leaves PAC chairmanship decision to Junaid. Updated 14 May, 2025 09:29am
National PPP seeks global intervention to resolve Kashmir dispute Sherry says peace to remain elusive if dispute is not settled. Updated 14 May, 2025 09:16am
National Justice Shafi Siddiqui to head environmental committee CJP Afridi meets Ambassador of Turkiye. Updated 14 May, 2025 11:07am
National Lawmakers slam Modi, caution against another misadventure PPP’s Khar says India has crossed red lines, misread Pakistan’s restraint as weakness. Updated 14 May, 2025 10:07am
National SIC to challenge composition of bench in reserved seats case Judges question delay on counsel’s part. Updated 14 May, 2025 09:20am
KP & FATA Students protest teachers’ shortage in Shangla school Protester claims that education dept neglected schools in rural areas, focusing only on major parts of district. Updated 14 May, 2025 10:20am
KP & FATA Four tribal elders killed in KP’s Mirali attack Police say unknown persons opened fire on vehicle with elders who were returning after holding jirga. Updated 14 May, 2025 10:16am
KP & FATA KP govt asks district admins to update data to freeze terrorists’ properties Systemic action discussed to dismantle ecosystems in which terrorists thrive. Updated 14 May, 2025 10:18am
Islamabad AJK ensures compensation to victims of Indian aggression along LoC: SDMA Compensation to be given to martyrs' families, permanently disabled, seriously injured and those with damaged houses, shops, cars. Updated 14 May, 2025 08:48am
Islamabad Over 30 edible items declared unfit for consumption in GB Flour, cooking oils and 32 food items found to be substandard. Updated 14 May, 2025 10:46am
Islamabad Monks pray for peace at Buddhist holiest site in Taxila Sri Lankan monk says site chosen because Emperor Ashoka selected this place for revival of peace. Updated 14 May, 2025 10:44am
Punjab Gujrat policeman kills nephew for pursuing murder case The suspect was on bail for murder of another nephew. Updated 14 May, 2025 10:02am
Punjab Use of newspapers having Quranic verses banned for packaging in Punjab Ban to remain in effect for 90 days, starting from May 12. Updated 14 May, 2025 10:07am
Punjab Confusion rife as Lahore police want yet another force to fight crime Proposal follows operations’ recent takeover by newly established CCD after CIA/OCU abolition. Updated 14 May, 2025 10:00am
Sindh SUP leader says anti-canals struggle will now focus on corporate farming Says there's need for a "vigorous movement" similar to the one against six canals. Updated 14 May, 2025 10:21am
Sindh Seven hostages freed in police-Rangers operation in Sukkur riverine area SSP says several hideouts being used by outlaws demolished. Updated 14 May, 2025 10:24am
Sindh SHC sees ‘total anarchy’ if honour killings not stopped Perpetrators must be dealt with iron hand, bench tells authorities. Updated 14 May, 2025 10:18am
Karachi Opposition parties come hard on Sindh govt over ‘failure’ to address water crisis JI alleges authorities complicit in water theft through "tanker mafia". Updated 14 May, 2025 10:26am
Karachi Arif Hasan narrates Tharparkar’s story of neglect Renowned urban planner says roads built in Musharraf’s time brought some changes in peoples’ lives. Updated 14 May, 2025 10:34am
South Asia Modi visits air force base as Dassault stocks plummet India distances itself from Trump’s "trade for peace" remarks. Updated 14 May, 2025 10:49am
South Asia Awami League barred from polls; India ‘concerned’ Sheikh Hasina’s party is the oldest political party in Bangladesh. Updated 14 May, 2025 11:05am
International China offers Latin America and the Caribbean billions in bid to rival US influence President Xi Jinping vows to boost China’s footprint with a new $9 billion credit line and fresh infrastructure investment. Updated 14 May, 2025 09:54am
International Trump admin seeks immediate deportation of ‘dangerous’ migrants UN rights chief says expulsions raise "serious concerns". Updated 14 May, 2025 09:45am
International World’s first commercial-scale e-methanol plant opens The shipping sector is under pressure to find new sources of fuel to eliminate carbon emissions. Updated 14 May, 2025 09:58am
Sport Australia in touch with IPL over security as players ponder return Cricket Australia says it will support players in their individual decisions whether to return to India or not. Updated 14 May, 2025 12:00pm
Sport Challengers, Stars register victories in National Women’s T20 Challengers’ Sadaf Shamas (3-31 & 29) showcased all-round skills to inspire her team to a hard-fought win over Strikers in Karachi. Updated 14 May, 2025 11:37am
Business US sanctions firms shipping Iranian oil Sanctions imposed on more than 20 companies that US claims sent Iranian oil to China. Updated 14 May, 2025 11:22am
Business Private sector reverses debt retirement trend SBP data shows it made significant borrowings from banks in April. Updated 14 May, 2025 11:31am
Business Exports to North America rise US accounts for nearly 94pc of total exports to continent. Updated 14 May, 2025 11:21am
Business Rs40m fine imposed on Al-Ghazi Tractors Company fined for misguiding consumers by claiming its new Holland tractor models offered “up to 30pc extra diesel savings". Updated 14 May, 2025 10:49am
Business Auto sales fall 5pc in April Decline is mainly due to last month's highway closure in Sindh. Updated 14 May, 2025 11:20am
Business Telenor concerned over delay in sale of local operations Hopes acquisition by PTCL to be completed by second half of 2025. Updated 14 May, 2025 11:13am
Business Petrol prices expected to come down soon; relief for KE subscribers likely Ogra notifies 14pc cut in RLNG price. Updated 14 May, 2025 11:29am
South Asia Indian opposition grills Modi over silence on US claims Indian PM's “much-delayed address to the nation was upstaged by President Trump’s revelations”, Congress MP says. Updated 14 May, 2025 08:55am
Back Page IHC removes Raoof, Aleema from no-fly lists Court finds decision to restrict Hasan’s movement made without requisite approval from cabinet, as mandated by SC. Updated 14 May, 2025 08:25am
Middle East Army to enter Gaza ‘with full force’ soon: Israel PM Netanyahu says ceasefire is possible, but vows not to stop war; Israeli strike kills another journalist. Updated 14 May, 2025 07:52am
Back Page US wants Pakistan, India to resume direct talks Development comes hours after Trump urges both nations to "go out to dinner" together to resolve their disputes. Updated 14 May, 2025 07:55am
Front Page Govt to digitally track fuel supply, curb smuggling New law proposes real-time monitoring of stocks; imposes up to Rs100m fine on sale of smuggled petrol. Updated 14 May, 2025 09:47am
Front Page Revised schedule unveiled as PSL 2025 resumes on Saturday Peshawar will face Karachi on May 17 at Rawalpindi, followed by table toppers Quetta taking on Multan on the 18th. Updated 14 May, 2025 11:27am
Front Page Nuclear war ‘wasn’t an option’: Dar FM says Pakistan’s “counter-escalation” brought world powers into the picture. Updated 14 May, 2025 07:47am
Front Page Tit-for-tat expulsions over ‘espionage’ Both countries expel officials from each other’s high commissions, marking sharp deterioration in already fraught relations. Updated 14 May, 2025 07:39am
Front Page Pakistan honours ceasefire despite ‘provocations’ Islamabad rejects inflammatory rhetoric by Modi, says remarks "dangerous escalation" rooted in misinformation. Updated 14 May, 2025 08:45am
