South Asia ‘I can solve anything’: Trump once again offers to be arbitrator in Kashmir dispute Says that Pakistani trade delegation will visit Washington "next week". Published 12 Jun, 2025 11:10pm
Sindh Sindh extends mandatory biometric verification deadline for vehicle transfers, alterations to Aug 14 Step was mandatory in September 2024. Published 12 Jun, 2025 10:38pm
PM Shehbaz discusses regional peace, bilateral ties with UAE leadership Premier and delegation lands in Abu Dhabi for day-long visit. Published 12 Jun, 2025 10:23pm
‘It all happened so quickly’: Air India crash survivor recounts deadly incident Survivor's brother also aboard flight, remains unaccounted for. Published 12 Jun, 2025 09:23pm
Balochistan Mahrang approaches SC against BHC’s dismissal of constitutional pleas for release Petition argues judgment was “without jurisdiction, illegal, and liable to be set aside”, asks for the right to appeal. Published 12 Jun, 2025 09:19pm
KP & FATA Motorway cop allegedly killed by wife in Mardan: police Victim's brother files FIR, alleges couple used to "fight regularly ever since they got married." Published 12 Jun, 2025 08:54pm
Harvey Weinstein jury resumes deliberations after partial conviction, infighting Weinstein, 73, pleads not guilty, denies assaulting anyone or having non-consensual sex. Published 12 Jun, 2025 08:33pm
Pakistan hits rock bottom in WEF’s global gender gap report out of 148 countries Report says sole sub-index advance registered by Pakistan was “Educational Attainment”, bumping up educational parity by 1.5 percentage points. Published 12 Jun, 2025 06:50pm
Trump says Los Angeles ‘safe and sound’ for two nights after protests US president says California governor should "say thank you" for deployment of National Guard, Marines. Published 12 Jun, 2025 06:48pm
Egypt detains over 200 pro-Palestinian activists ahead of Gaza march: organisers Police entered hotels in Cairo with lists of names, questioned activists and confiscated belongings in some cases, march’s spokesperson says. Published 12 Jun, 2025 06:29pm
Islamabad High Court restrains FIA from ‘harassing’ ex-senator Farhatullah Babar Court adjourns hearing until last week of June; issues notice to FIA. Published 12 Jun, 2025 06:23pm
President, PM call for joint efforts from employers, parents to end child labour, exploitation Children from developing countries at greater risk of child labour, PM Shehbaz stresses. Published 12 Jun, 2025 05:45pm
The world’s worst air crashes in recent years Fatal crashes in recent years include the US, Pakistan, South Korea, Kazakhstan, Japan, China, Iran, Ethiopia, Indonesia and Malaysia. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 08:43pm
Disgraced producer Harvey Weinstein found guilty of sexual assault in retrial verdict Weinstein was retried for offences against two women alongside new charges of assaulting ex-model Kaja Sokola. Published 12 Jun, 2025 03:25pm
Punjab Dacoit with extensive criminal record arrested in Punjab’s Lodhran: police Suspect was nominated in 15 criminals cases, say police. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 03:39pm
Trump unveils website for $5m US residency visa Says the high-priced version of the green card would be a route to US citizenship. Published 12 Jun, 2025 12:57pm
Court confirms pre-arrest bail of model Nadia Hussain in embezzlement case Earlier, the FIA had booked Hussain's husband in the multi-million-rupee embezzlement case. Published 12 Jun, 2025 12:18pm
Gangster behind music icon Sidhu Moose Wala’s killing feels ‘no remorse’ Goldy Brar, who is wanted by Interpol, provided his detailed motive for the first time in a series of voice notes to the BBC. Published 12 Jun, 2025 12:01pm
Beach Boys co-founder Brian Wilson passes away at 82 The pop visionary crafted hits whose success rivalled The Beatles throughout the 1960s. Published 12 Jun, 2025 11:34am
After sugar, FBR sets its sights on tobacco sector FBR chief says new 15pc tax rate on passive income aims to address disparity with active business earnings; intel agencies’ help enlisted. Published 12 Jun, 2025 11:11am
Top Featured The perils of saying ‘no’ ‘No’ is more than a complete sentence, for women, it is a complex syntax that has been perfected by navigating a complicated web — body language, tone, eye contact, walk, clothes, and even a smile. Published 12 Jun, 2025 11:08am
Middle East US to pull some personnel from the Middle East amid rising tensions with Iran Trump says it "could be a dangerous place"; decision comes amid deadlock in US-Iran talks and mutual threats of strikes. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 07:04pm
There is not a single reform measure in this budget All these schemes and gimmicks show us a state thrashing around within the shrinking confines of its resource envelope. Published 12 Jun, 2025 09:04am
Editorial: A govt desperate to grow economy can hardly do so as the dynamism required is not visible Even if the budget will meet its growth goals, it will remain unsustainable without a structural shift in the economy. Published 12 Jun, 2025 08:36am
Business Pakistan gets robust inflow of $3.7bn in May Total influx in FY25 set to exceed revised target of $38bn. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 08:45am
Business Importers hastily raise prices of solar power systems Surge in equipment costs shocks buyers. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 08:54am
Business Legal provisions introduced to curb sales tax evasion Commissioner can freeze bank accounts of non-registered individuals. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 09:04am
Business KE seeks partial fuel cost benefit to consumers Regulator fixes public hearing on 19th to decide retention plea. Published 12 Jun, 2025 08:14am
Business Ginners in shock as 18pc GST retained Lint prices tumble by Rs1,000 per maund. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 09:10am
Business SECP enrols record 3,609 firms in May Surpasses previous record of 3,442 set in January. Published 12 Jun, 2025 08:10am
Column State of the economy Beyond the official hype, the economic reality of ordinary Pakistanis is dire. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 09:30am
KP & FATA Traders, politicians in KP reject budget as ‘anti-poor’ Ask govt to withdraw decision on new taxes. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 11:39am
KP & FATA Two Afghan kidnappers killed, child recovered in Balakot Child rescued unharmed, while police recovered two 30-bore pistols and 30 rounds of live ammunition from the scene. Published 12 Jun, 2025 07:47am
KP & FATA Centre under fire in provincial assembly over ‘meagre’ KP funding Minister claims funds denied just because KP voted for PTI. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 11:33am
Islamabad Farhatullah Babar moves IHC against alleged harassment by FIA Calls inquiry a baseless “fishing expedition” designed to harass a critic of state institutions. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 12:31pm
Islamabad Low education budget worries teachers as varsities struggle to pay salaries, pensions HEC demanded around Rs85bn, but govt earmarked Rs66.4bn. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 12:44pm
Islamabad CAIE to share findings of inquiry report on O/A level paper leaks with NA panel Subcommittee to probe cost, frequency of CAIE exams held in Pakistan. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 12:14pm
Punjab 700 athletes to take part in Punjab Summer Games Kabaddi, volleyball, hockey and badminton competitions will be held during the event. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 11:54am
Punjab Bodies of three selfie-takers recovered from river Jhelum Couple among dead; fourth family member rescued alive. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 11:51am
Punjab Sanitary worker gang-raped on way home in Khanewal Police register case; woman injured in self-immolation attempt. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 11:42am
Punjab 12 cases pertaining to May 9: Prosecution’s plea for third chance to conduct Imran’s tests rejected ATC observes granting a third opportunity after ex-premier's two refusals would be waste of time. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 11:48am
Punjab Punjab envisages Rs1.2 trillion development outlay Azma Bokhari claims CM’s welfare initiatives will reflect in tax-free budget; defends increase in lawmakers’ salaries. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 11:38am
Sindh Shrinking Indus delta increases risk of floods, experts warn Around 450 MGD of raw sewage is being discharged into mangrove habitats, moot told. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 10:48am
Sindh Over 80pc industrial units don’t give minimum wage to workers, Sindh’s PAC told Committee asks labour secretary to investigate payment of Rs50m on alleged fake bills. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 10:36am
Sindh Karachi’s K-IV water project pushed back 10 years or more by ‘paltry’ budget allocation Centre sets aside Rs3.2bn in budget for FY26 against requirement of Rs40bn for completion of water supply scheme. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 12:41pm
Sport Netherlands thrash Malta, Poland stumble in World Cup qualifying The results leave Finland top of Group ‘G’ on seven points after four games, one ahead of the Dutch, who have played two matches less. Published 12 Jun, 2025 07:44am
Sport Brazil, Ecuador qualify for 2026 World Cup finals; Uruguay on brink A goal by Vinicius Junior secures Brazil a place in the 2026 World Cup. Published 12 Jun, 2025 07:44am
Sport ‘PSL, IPL set to clash again next year’ PSL overlapping with the IPL in February-March had no effect on the viewership or interest, which the PSL normally gets every year, says official. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 12:03pm
Middle East Pro-Israel rabbi, Trump-linked pastor visit Syria, say peace is possible Rev. Johnnie Moore and Rabbi Abraham Cooper have promoted interfaith dialogue in Arab states for years. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 09:29am
International Northern Ireland rioters attack police, torch houses for second night Seventeen officers injured, bringing to 32 the number of hurt since the violence began. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 09:42am
International Mongolia’s ‘Dragon Prince’ dinosaur was forerunner of T. rex Khankhuuluu mongoliensis lived roughly 86 million years ago. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 09:45am
International Eight drown as migrants forced off boat near Djibouti 22 people are still missing. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 09:34am
National Departments under interior ministry to enhance cooperation to facilitate masses Naqvi notes officers posted in foreign embassies under various depts can help other institutions of the ministry. Published 12 Jun, 2025 07:43am
Balochistan Climate Change Fund established in Balochistan CM Bugti says provincial budget to tackle socioeconomic, environmental challenges. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 10:52am
National PTI rallies farmers for decisive protest to fix agri sector Party won’t tolerate exploitation of growers, vows Gohar; Sheikh Waqqas says Imran can give call for protest at any time. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 10:49am
National Judicial Commission of Pakistan to meet next week for extension in CB’s term Meeting will also discuss new rules for evaluating the performance of high court judges. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 10:55am
Back Page Curfew in LA as protests spread across US despite Trump threats Authorities impose overnight curfew, arrest 25 protesters; US president warns protests at army parade will be met with force. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 08:23am
Middle East Israeli strikes kill 60 in Gaza Most casualties occur near GHF aid distribution centre; France-based charity accuses Tel Aviv of deadly strike on its office building. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 08:17am
Front Page Extreme heat sears cities across the country Bhakkar and Jacobabad report 49°C as heatwave persists; hospitals across Punjab receive scores of heatstroke patients. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 08:22am
Front Page Imran’s bail plea hearing cancelled, but Gohar expects his early release IHC fixes June 26 as the new date for hearing the pleas. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 08:18am
Front Page Govt putting squeeze on e-commerce and the ‘non-compliant’ Rs1m fines proposed for unregistered online vendors in new Finance Bill. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 08:13am
Balochistan Mahrang’s sister moves SC against her detention Repeated unlawful detention a planned effort by the respondents to stop her from raising voice for missing persons, the petition alleges. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 08:03am
Front Page PM leaves for UAE today on official visit Undertaking the visit to express gratitude to UAE for supporting Pakistan’s stance during the recent conflict with India. Published 12 Jun, 2025 07:41am
Front Page Budget 2025-26: Threat of Rs500bn tax hike if enforcement measures blocked Finance secretary says revenue numbers are already locked with IMF. Updated 12 Jun, 2025 09:41am
Harvey Weinstein convicted of sex crime amid contentious jury deliberations Disgraced film producer found guilty on one of three counts. Published 12 Jun, 2025 12:09am
