Trump’s distraction methods fall flat against Epstein uproar Before leaving for a trip to Scotland, the American president again urged people to turn their attention elsewhere. Published 26 Jul, 2025 10:57pm
Thousands rally in Malaysia to call for PM Anwar’s resignation Police estimate 18,000 demonstrators in attendance. Published 26 Jul, 2025 10:15pm
Punjab Rawalpindi court sends 3 suspects on physical remand in alleged honour killing case Orders exhumation of body on July 28; police form 10-member investigation team to assist in case and conduct raids. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 10:49pm
FM Dar says remarks about Dr Aafia Siddiqui ‘taken out of context’, vows continued support until release Dr Aafia's lawyer blasts remarks as being "idiotic", says Dar should not have compared her case with that of Imran Khan. Updated 27 Jul, 2025 08:21am
Editorial: IHC bench suspending earlier order on blasphemy commission is a disservice to justice The court had been presented with red flags demanding scrutiny, including reused accounts, private arrests and four reported custodial deaths. Published 26 Jul, 2025 08:00pm
An AI model in Vogue? The internet can’t believe it A flawless face in a Guess ad featured in the magazine sparked a very real debate about the future of fashion. Published 26 Jul, 2025 07:36pm
Nasa says it will lose about 20pc of its workforce Agency to lose 3,900 staff as a result of cost-cutting measures by US President Donald Trump. Published 26 Jul, 2025 07:25pm
South Asia Pakistan fully committed to building secure, prosperous regional environment with allies: COAS Military leadership from the US, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan attends high-level conference; govt confers US Centcom chief with Nishan-i-Imtiaz. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 08:44pm
PSB mandates prior approval before Indian event participation due to security concerns Explicitly urges all national federations to strictly adhere to the directive. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 06:13pm
Asia Cup 2025 to be held in UAE from September 9-28 Pakistan, India set to clash on September 14, according to tournament schedule. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 07:42pm
China urges global consensus on balancing AI development, security Chinese premier says his country will “actively promote” development of open-source AI. Published 26 Jul, 2025 04:13pm
Pakistan urges ceasefire, de-escalation in Russia-Ukraine war Ambassador Usman Jadoon welcomes talks between the two countries during UN debate. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 04:26pm
Info minister apologises to boxer Shahzaib Rindh for ‘unjustified’ delay in monetary reward, support Says issue will be sorted out immediately; Rindh welcomes "acknowledgement", claims Rs85m in reward and support after Sept win. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 06:10pm
Karakoram Highway reopened as rescue, aid efforts continue in flood-hit GB GB govt says search operation ongoing at Babusar Highway, Fairy Meadows. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 04:20pm
New Delhi police arrest man running ‘fake embassy’ Suspect claimed to be ambassador of fictional nations “like West Arctica, Saborga, Poulvia, Lodonia”, police say. Published 26 Jul, 2025 02:31pm
Pakistan presents immense investment opportunities, Mustafa Kamal tells health moot in Beijing Health minister notes Pakistan could help in mitigating a shortage of nurses and paramedics. Published 26 Jul, 2025 02:09pm
6 killed in courthouse attack in Iran’s Sistan-Baluchestan province: report Three assailants killed in ensuing clashes with security forces; Jaish al-Adl claims responsibility. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 05:23pm
KP & FATA 3 ‘key’ TTP terrorists killed in joint operation by Swat CTD, police Police say terrorist Ajmal was involved in the killings of Village Defence Council members. Published 26 Jul, 2025 01:01pm
No news is good news, and excessive news is a recipe for desensitised teenagers Information overload and hyperawareness are doing more harm than good to Gen Z’s mental health. Published 26 Jul, 2025 12:52pm
Juggan Kazim apologises to Alizeh Shah for reenacting her 2021 fall, says she had no idea of the trolling The host and actor said she had been under the impression Shah found the moment funny too. Published 26 Jul, 2025 12:01pm
White House seeks fines from other universities after Columbia deal Official says administration is in talks with several universities, including Cornell, Duke, Northwestern and Brown. Published 26 Jul, 2025 11:52am
Sindh Two suspects held after TikTok user found dead in her Ghotki home Samira Rajput had been living alone in her home since separation from her spouse. Published 26 Jul, 2025 11:27am
Trump says Thailand and Cambodia agree to hold immediate ceasefire talks No details on the ceasefire negotiations provided; civilians, soldiers among 13 killed in Cambodia and 20 in Thailand in today's clashes. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 10:24pm
Dar says Pakistan-US mineral deal to be finalised soon Ex-State Dept official Elizabeth Horst made acting envoy to Pakistan. Published 26 Jul, 2025 09:41am
China, India, Pakistan and water will shape Third Pole countries’ fate in climate change Consequences of an ecological breakdown will be more destructive than any damage inflicted by the most advanced war machinery. Published 26 Jul, 2025 09:15am
Editorial: Centre must not impose a solution to KP’s issues but Peshawar cannot just stand by and complain KP's social fabric continues to fray and warp as politics prevents stakeholders from working out acceptable solutions to many issues. Published 26 Jul, 2025 08:37am
Column Police in terrorists’ crosshairs The plan to strengthen the police force against terrorism must be based on four broad pillars. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 08:49am
Peshawar Four, including three women, die by suicide in Chitral They all ended their life by jumping into river, say police. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 11:54am
KP & FATA Peshawar residents complain of excessive power cuts Pesco promises relief even on 75 high-loss feeders. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 11:44am
KP & FATA PPP petitions for registration of case against KP CM Gandapur Alleges teargas shells fired at its May rally on CM’s orders. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 11:41am
KP & FATA Nine running for Senate women’s seat from KP By-election scheduled to be held on July 31 on seat vacated by Dr Sania Nishtar. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 11:38am
Islamabad Punjab asks district admin, RDA to present proposal to tackle flood-like situation in Rawalpindi RDA officials say only solution was to make flood channel, set up sewage treatment plant and erect fences along nullah. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 11:26am
Islamabad NCSW starts consultations to improve Islamabad medico-legal services Proposed legislation seeks to introduce standardised, rights-based, and gender-sensitive framework in capital. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 11:35am
Islamabad Rawalpindi police told to detain undocumented Afghan nationals Police continue search operations in various parts of district, verifying identities of residents. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 11:20am
Islamabad Rawalpindi police cast net wide in newlywed woman’s alleged honour killing probe Seek court orders for exhumation of the deceased’s body to ascertain cause of death; husband, brother among 8 arrested. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 09:55am
Punjab Bahawalnagar police accused of siding with boy’s abductors Complainant alleges the suspects, including transperson, wanted him to undergo sex-change surgery. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 11:44am
Punjab Lahore Development Authority tasked with developing new building facade regulations Regulation aims to reduce visual pollution, preserve Lahore’s heritage. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 11:55am
Punjab Woman tortured by in-laws for money in Lahore Victim tells police that suspects attacked her when she refused to further accept their unjustified demands. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 11:13am
Sindh Sindh govt abolishes roadside charged parking across Karachi Town Municipal Corporations can designate "specified area" as charged parking space; fee will remain in cantonment board areas. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 03:09pm
Sindh Nepra told to conduct ‘technical survey’ of KE to verify claim of infrastructure improvement SHC asks power utility, regulator to address issue of loadshedding. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 11:35am
Sindh Sindh lawmakers, public asked to help identify run-down buildings MQM-P's Usman voices concern over issuance of notices to 42 buildings in Gulistan-i-Jauhar by Faisal Cantonment Board. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 11:19am
International Hamas cries foul as Israel, US pull out of ceasefire talks Netanyahu, Trump blame Hamas for "breakdown" of talks; mediators say such "disengagement" is normal in complex negotiations. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 10:41am
Middle East Quarter of Gaza hasn’t eaten for days: WFP MSF says its clinics receiving overwhelming number of malnourished patients. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 10:59am
International USAID found ‘no proof’ of Hamas stealing US aid State Dept, White House dispute findings of study conducted by aid agency’s Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 11:47am
International Software failure shuts off Starlink’s satellite network for hours in US, Europe Musk apologises for outage, says SpaceX will ensure "it does not happen again"; expert calls the global outage unusual. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 10:31am
International Lebanese activist back home after 40 years in French jail In first public address after being released, Abdallah criticises Israel’s bombardment of Gaza Strip. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 10:53am
Sport Pogacar exits Alps with Tour stranglehold as Arensman edges white-knuckle win For Arensman and Ineos, this was a symbolic victory as British team begin their revival with return to the helm of Dave Brailsford. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 12:06pm
Sport Root climbs to second on all-time Test list as England dominate India England's Root reaches century in 178 balls with a glanced four off India's debutant paceman Kamboj. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 12:04pm
Sport Pakistan beat Uzbekistan at U-19 world volleyball Team scores 75 points, in which 45 came from attacking, 12 from blocking and two from ace serves. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 11:56am
Business ECC flags ghee profiteering, clears housing subsidy Expresses concern over unjustified edible oil pricing despite global drop. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 10:08am
Business Weekly inflation jumps 4.07pc Fuel, transport costs push SPI to steepest rise; sugar hits Rs200/kg. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 09:41am
Business Govt sells obsolete Genco plants to Wah Industries Sale raises Rs46.73bn after auction failure; over 3,900 employees reassigned or retained. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 12:16pm
Business Industrialists call for sharp cut in SBP policy rate Business leaders demand 5-6pc interest rate to spur growth. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 09:46am
Business TCP doubles tender size amid sugar price surge Deadline for submission of price offers is July 31. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 10:17am
Business Rating upgrade reverses bearish trend at PSX Analyst says investors were cherry-picking in anticipation of 50 basis-point interest rate cut at SBP’s MPC meeting on July 30. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 09:59am
National President Zardari invites Saudi investment Meets with Saudi Ambassador Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmed Al-Malki. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 10:28am
Balochistan Four sisters drown in Balochistan’s Duki The incident took place in Anmbar seasonal stream in UC Lakhi-2. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 10:22am
Balochistan Balochistan lawmakers urge private schools to follow provincial curriculum Resolution calls for end to fee collection during three-month vacations. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 09:48am
National CJP Afridi unveils road map to empower district judiciary Describes lower courts as "most valuable component" of Pakistan’s judicial system; stresses integrating AI based on guidelines top priority. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 08:03am
National Pakistan wants Paris climate deal honoured Musadik Malik attends COP29 Heads of Delegation Retreat in Azerbaijan. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 10:27am
National Aleema accuses Adiala authorities of ‘sabotaging’ Imran’s appeals Files petition in IHC, claims jail admin haven’t returned power of attorney submitted 10 days ago. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 07:46am
National Ministry seeks to become party to PARC chief’s post-arrest bail plea IHC hears post-arrest bail plea of Pakistan Agricultural Research Council chairman in case related to illegal appointments. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 11:05am
KP & FATA Cop martyred in Karak; attack on Bannu police station foiled Police post in Bannu again targeted with explosives-laden quadcopter; construction company's clerk abducted. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 10:19am
National FAO urges Pakistan to adopt Brazil’s agricultural transformation model Food minister says govt committed to reviving Agricultural Research Council; technical delegation to head to Egypt to study best practices. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 10:51am
Front Page More heavy rains, windstorms forecast from July 29 Fifth monsoon spell to hit Punjab; urban flooding feared; landslides may block roads in Murree, Galiyat, GB, AJK. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 08:25am
Front Page Senators alarmed by ‘judicial interference’ in parliamentary affairs Explanation sought from AGP as members from both sides of the aisle express concern over LHC stay orders on panel proceedings. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 07:40am
Front Page PM Shehbaz wants govt to hire technical experts ‘on merit’ Calls institutional reform "top priority"; 15 technical experts appointed; meets EU envoy; ex-PTI leader Mohsin Ali Khan joins PML-N. Updated 26 Jul, 2025 08:21am
