Sindh Karachi braces for monsoon as dumping waste in drains banned Section 144 imposed to prevent blockage of drains; KPT issues safety measures to prepare for heavy rains. Published 27 May, 2025 11:38pm
KP & FATA 22 injured in alleged quadcopter attack in South Waziristan: hospital MNA says "men were playing volleyball when the quadcopter fired shells on them" in Wana tehsil; injured taken to hospital. Updated 28 May, 2025 12:16am
Pakistan to celebrate Eidul Azha on June 7 as Zilhaj moon not sighted RHC Chairman Maulana Azad notes weather remained cloudy in most parts of country. Updated 27 May, 2025 09:41pm
KP & FATA Three dead, multiple injured as rains batter KP and Punjab Multiple roof, wall collapse incidents in parts of KP; Punjab PDMA issues alert for authorities, citizens. Updated 27 May, 2025 11:05pm
NAB to auction six Bahria Town properties in Rawalpindi, Islamabad on June 12 Properties being auctioned to recover defaulted amount of plea bargain, watchdog says. Published 27 May, 2025 07:37pm
KP & FATA Mir Ali sit-in over alleged drone strike comes to an end as agreement reached Bodies of deceased have been buried and roads previously blocked by protesters are now open. Updated 27 May, 2025 11:17pm
Pakistan, Azerbaijan vow to grow ties through investment PM Shehbaz meets President Ilham Aliyev as both set to attend summit with Turkiye's Erdogan; COAS Munir discusses defence ties with Iranian counterpart. Updated 28 May, 2025 12:09am
Fact-check: Netflix has not released a documentary on Imran Khan Fake trailers have spread across social media, claiming the streaming giant released a documentary on the former premier. Published 27 May, 2025 05:28pm
Mahira Khan believes she should have called Khalilur Rehman Qamar out in private instead of online The actor spoke about fame, feminism and finding love again ahead of the release of Love Guru. Published 27 May, 2025 05:16pm
Punjab Punjab schools to stay open tomorrow for Youm-i-Takbeer celebrations Schools will hold special programmes and pay tribute to Pakistan Army. Published 27 May, 2025 05:13pm
EU approves €150bn loan scheme to rearm The move set to help rearm in the face of Russia and worries over US reliability. Updated 27 May, 2025 06:20pm
Sadia Iqbal reclaims top spot in ICC women’s T20I bowling ranking Replaces England spinner Ecclestone, reclaiming her spot after becoming 1st Pakistani woman bowler to top ICC rankings last year. Published 27 May, 2025 03:08pm
Balochistan Policeman on polio duty gunned down in Balochistan’s Noshki DC says police have set up checkpoints at various places to search for the attackers. Updated 27 May, 2025 03:03pm
India approves stealth fighter programme amid tensions with Pakistan Will partner with domestic firm for project after Indian air chief criticised Hindustan Aeronautics for slow deliveries of Tejas. Updated 27 May, 2025 03:03pm
KP & FATA Woman, 3-year-old daughter killed over ‘honour’ in KP’s Mansehra The woman tied the knot against her family’s will through court marriage in 2021. Published 27 May, 2025 01:20pm
Govt extends deadline for PIA expressions of interest till June 19 Earlier deadline was set for June 3 with bidding process expected to take place between October and December. Updated 28 May, 2025 12:13pm
South Asia Pakistan condemns Modi’s ‘reckless provocation’ in Gujarat speech "We regret the continued erosion of maturity and decorum in Indian statecraft, " FO says. Published 27 May, 2025 11:39am
Singer Billie Eilish takes top prize at American Music Awards Absentees included Beyonce, who won favourite female country artist, and Kendrick Lamar, who won favourite hip-hop song. Published 27 May, 2025 11:33am
Top Featured Among the Quaid’s men — Mahmud Husain and the Pakistan that could have been His brother became India’s first Muslim president. Mahmud Husain chose Pakistan. The rest, as they say, is history. Updated 03 Apr, 2026 05:00pm
South Asia Nepali Sherpa scales Mount Everest for a record 31st time Kami Rita first climbed Everest in 1994 and has done so every year except for three years. Published 27 May, 2025 10:42am
Time to renew debate on why economic reform has failed and political stability is needed to make it succeed Many in government and beyond are convinced the chances of another attack from India are high. Updated 27 May, 2025 11:00am
Editorial: Pakistan must defend itself as staunchly in the diplomatic arena as it did in the battlefield The fact is that in the current circumstances, Islamabad has strong talking points. Published 27 May, 2025 08:41am
Column Banu Mushtaq’s polyglot India Women writers in South Asia are legion. They write in myriad languages but are read in many more. Updated 27 May, 2025 09:19am
KP & FATA PTI stages protest against killing of civilians in ‘drone attacks’ in Peshawar Qaiser pledges to raise the issue in National Assembly. Updated 27 May, 2025 12:21pm
KP & FATA Transgender person killed in Malakand The complainant said the accused managed to escape after the firing. Published 27 May, 2025 05:26am
KP & FATA Return of displaced Rajgal families yet to start despite announcement of schedule IDPs say there is no security issue in their villages. Updated 27 May, 2025 11:43am
Islamabad GB traders protest suspension of Pakistan-China trade Leaders of action committee say over 200 consignments imported from China stuck at Sost Dry port since December last year. Published 27 May, 2025 05:26am
Islamabad Unified national response to education emergency stressed Dr Khan says report serves as a comprehensive roadmap for policymakers, facilitating efforts toward equitable, quality education. Updated 27 May, 2025 12:08pm
Islamabad NA body calls for urgent focus on Islamabad’s water crisis Committee chairman says CDA spending billions of rupees on road-related projects without addressing basic issue of residents, Updated 27 May, 2025 12:05pm
Punjab Three die after inhaling poisonous gas at a paper mill in Sheikhupura Eight others fall unconscious. Updated 27 May, 2025 12:23pm
Punjab Punjab Assembly speaker opposes proposed ‘Goonda Act’ Urges PTI to abandon no-confidence plans; MPA protests "26pc hike" in private schools' fee during summer break. Updated 27 May, 2025 11:58am
Punjab CM Punjab launches ‘insulin card’ for diabetic children “I can understand the pain and anxiety of the children suffering from diabetes," says Maryam Nawaz. Updated 27 May, 2025 12:22pm
Sindh Plan to open Lyari Expressway for heavy traffic during off-peak hours Early completion of motorways in Sindh top priority of federal govt, Aleem tells CM Murad. Updated 27 May, 2025 11:00am
Sindh 33 citizens killed in Karachi by robbers in five months, police data shows SIU SSP rejects independent toll of 47 fatalities; claims 23 cases solved thus far. Updated 27 May, 2025 11:13am
Sindh Death of minor girl in crossfire sparks protest in Karachi’s Korangi Relatives and area residents have staged a sit-in, demanding the arrest of the killers. Updated 27 May, 2025 11:21am
International Political tensions led to 40pc drop in UN peacekeeping deployments: SIPRI Funding challenges are likely to deepen in 2025, the institute warns. Updated 27 May, 2025 09:53am
Middle East Far-right Israelis harass Palestinians in chaotic Jerusalem march Israeli minister Itamar Ben Gvir visits Al Aqsa compound. Updated 27 May, 2025 09:41am
International Surgeon says he deserves no ‘leniency’ after abusing patients “Simply grant me the right to become a better person,” he says. Updated 27 May, 2025 11:03am
International 3 presidential hopefuls jailed in Algeria Among dozens of defendants sentenced to prison on charges of electoral fraud. Published 27 May, 2025 05:26am
South Asia Bangladesh consensus commission fails to find agreement The country has been in political turmoil since former PM Sheikh Hasina was ousted by a student-led revolt last year. Updated 27 May, 2025 10:05am
Sport Ammad claims inaugural Jansher Khan PSA Squash title Ammad won the match 11-4, 11-6, 7-11, 11-5 against Anas in 38 minutes. Updated 27 May, 2025 12:24pm
Sport Shaheen named captain of Pakistan Super League X team Pakistan’s T20 captain Salman Ali Agha and his deputy Shadab Khan are not included in the PSL team. Updated 27 May, 2025 12:31pm
Sport Shaheen’s Lahore Qalandars revel in pride after seizing third PSL title Lahore chase a record 202, the highest successful chase in a PSL final, before a roaring 28,000-strong crowd. Updated 27 May, 2025 12:26pm
Business Monitoring system for sugar sector System will be instrumental in accurately tracing production and yield of sugarcane across country. Published 27 May, 2025 05:25am
Business Auto sector seeks clarity on import duty cuts Urges govt to announce clear policy on reducing vehicle import duties before announcing upcoming budget. Updated 27 May, 2025 09:38am
Business Petroleum exports surge 118pc Crude oil imports rose by over 14pc to 8.489 million tonnes from 7.388m tonnes over the corresponding period last year. Published 27 May, 2025 05:25am
Punjab Punjab mulls strategy to foster resource mobilisation All taxable services will be under provincial revenue body. Published 27 May, 2025 05:25am
Business Pakistan’s remittance per expat lags behind peer nations Inflows from overseas workers expected to reach $38bn in FY25. Published 27 May, 2025 05:25am
Business European Central Bank President Lagarde pitches euro alternative to dollar Says disintegration of the global economic order would “pose risks for Europe”. Updated 27 May, 2025 09:54am
Balochistan BNP-M plans drive after Eid for release of Mahrang, Imran Senior VP alleges that by gagging the media, an undeclared martial law has been imposed in the country. Updated 27 May, 2025 10:38am
Balochistan Three ‘BLA militants’ killed in Barkhan, says CTD Adds that an operation is underway in the area to trace alleged militants who managed to escape under cover of darkness. Published 27 May, 2025 05:25am
National CJP Afridi calls for united efforts to transform judiciary Reflecting on the reforms underway, Mr Afridi highlights the key digital innovations recently implemented by the Supreme Court. Published 27 May, 2025 05:25am
National NA panel rejects bill to empower police on power theft Approves bill proposing establishment of courts to hear child abuse cases; four bills deferred Published 27 May, 2025 05:25am
Balochistan Balochistan Assembly slams APS bus attack as ‘brutal assault on nation’s future’ National Party’s MPA says attack exposed the absence of state writ and the worsening security situation across the province. Updated 27 May, 2025 11:33am
National Rally along LoC urges UN to resolve Kashmir issue for peace Marchers slam India’s continued repression in disputed region. Updated 27 May, 2025 10:19am
National Two polio workers abducted in Tank as nationwide polio drive begins Health minister calls upon nation to stand united against polio as it did against India. Updated 27 May, 2025 10:13am
National K-Electric directed to stop unscheduled loadshedding by NA panel Panel also instructs NHA to expedite repair work on roads damaged in floods. Updated 27 May, 2025 10:55am
National Gohar sees Imran’s release before Eid; Aleema disagrees Jailed leader’s sister says rumours being spread to keep masses away from holding a protest. Updated 27 May, 2025 06:46pm
Back Page Palestine flag flies at WHO as Israeli strikes continue Over 50 more killed in a single day. Updated 27 May, 2025 07:45am
Balochistan Internet in Panjgur to remain suspended for six months Decision taken due to security concerns, NA panel told. Updated 27 May, 2025 08:01am
Back Page ADB to help govt with climate policy Aims to enhance environmental resilience and climate adaptability. Updated 27 May, 2025 07:29am
Back Page SC judge questions law secretary’s role in transfer summary Justice Ahmed asks if chief justices were kept in dark on seniority. Updated 27 May, 2025 08:14am
Front Page Pakistan, Iran pledge to work for regional peace Shehbaz, Pezeshkian agree to boost bilateral trade, investment. Updated 27 May, 2025 07:48am
Punjab Punjab braces for another spell of downpour from today Govt activates emergency protocols; orders desilting of waterways. Updated 27 May, 2025 07:57am
Front Page Legality of PTI’s relief in reserved seats case contested Justice Mandokhail asks whether SC could “shut its eyes” when presiding officers failed to perform their duties according to law. Updated 27 May, 2025 08:15am
Front Page Budget features bold measures for ‘strategic direction’ Finance minister hints at simplified tax returns for the salaried class. Updated 27 May, 2025 07:25am
