KP & FATA Girl rescued, two still missing after falling into Indus River in KP’s Shangla Girl was rescued by locals present at the river’s bank in the area. Updated 01 Aug, 2025 12:00am
South Asia Indian state refiners pause Russian oil purchases in wake of Trump warning Indian refiners are pulling back from Russian crude as discounts shrink to their lowest since 2022. Published 31 Jul, 2025 11:05pm
Govt slashes petrol price by Rs7.54, hikes high-speed diesel by Rs1.48 The price of petrol is Rs264.61 per litre and that of HSD is Rs285.83 per litre; Ogra slashes LPG price by Rs17.7 per kg. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 11:46pm
Fact check: Video of women protest in KP’s Bajaur is from 2021, not recent operation The video is old from a 2021 Bajaur protest over the killing of a party activist. Published 31 Jul, 2025 10:28pm
Authorities abandon recovery of German mountaineer Laura Dahlmeier’s body at GB’s Laila Peak Several of her colleagues confirm the two-time Olympic gold medallist did not want her body recovered if it put any would-be rescuers at risk. Published 31 Jul, 2025 10:20pm
Utility Stores Corporation shutters down operations at all outlets Sales and purchases to be discontinued from today except shifting of stock from stores to warehouses and returned to vendors. Published 31 Jul, 2025 08:28pm
Ex-airman who killed wife, kids to be executed in Florida Police say wife was beaten with a crowbar, strangled with a rope and struck with a machete; Florida has carried out the most executions in 2025. Published 31 Jul, 2025 08:00pm
Middle East 23 injured in Saudi amusement park accident: reports Amusement park in Taif closed, investigation underway. Published 31 Jul, 2025 07:20pm
India PM Modi faces opposition fury after Trump’s 25pc tariff threat Economists warn tariffs may hurt growth, manufacturing ambitions. Published 31 Jul, 2025 07:00pm
KP & FATA Four family members injured after mortar shell falls on house in KP’s Bajaur: police One injured in critical condition; two-day curfew lifted in district after operation against militants. Published 31 Jul, 2025 06:57pm
No sugar crisis, sufficient stock available: Food Security Minister Rana Tanveer Says a “perception is being created as if there is a major issue regarding the availability, supply or pricing of sugar”. Published 31 Jul, 2025 06:49pm
‘Save the trees, ignore the bodies’: Actor Leonardo DiCaprio faces heat for investing in Israeli hotel He holds a 10pc stake in a luxury hotel being built in Tel Aviv that was cleared for construction on Sunday. Published 31 Jul, 2025 05:50pm
Kim Kardashian’s Skims turned a post-op bandage into a bestseller. Of course, it sold out The shapewear brand has found a way to turn surgical aesthetics into everyday lifestyle — and made it 'aspirational'. Published 31 Jul, 2025 05:33pm
Trump says tariffs are making US ‘great and rich’ again US president warns Canada of trade repercussions for planning to recognise Palestinian state. Published 31 Jul, 2025 05:00pm
Sindh Sindh ombudsperson orders removal of KE CEO for harassing female colleague Orders Rs2.5 million fine to be paid to the complainant, discharges three other accused from the case. Published 31 Jul, 2025 04:56pm
US oil partnership could embark Pakistan on ‘transformative path’, say experts Oil industry expert says Pakistan's oil and gas sector has "huge untapped potential"; says US involvement could lead to major breakthrough. Published 31 Jul, 2025 04:38pm
Soch Badlen — a theatre production that takes on family planning taboos Can storytelling on stage succeed where public messaging falls short? That's what this play, set to be staged in several districts of Sindh, hopes to achieve. Published 31 Jul, 2025 04:23pm
PML-N rejects rumours of Nawaz Sharif becoming president, terms them ‘table stories’ Senator Irfan-ul-Haque Siddiqui says Nawaz has no desire to assume the presidential post. Updated 01 Aug, 2025 12:23pm
May 9 riots: Faisalabad ATC sentences Omar Ayub, Shibli Faraz and other PTI leaders to 10 years in jail Hamid Raza, Zartaj Gul also among those sentenced to 10 years in prison; out of 185 PTI workers accused, 108 have been sentenced by court today. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 08:14pm
Sindh Rangers, police arrest 6 suspects in joint operation for robbing trucks, kidnapping drivers in Karachi Suspects robbed trucks transporting cargo from Karachi to other parts of Pakistan. Published 31 Jul, 2025 02:12pm
Tauseeq Haider just raised an important point on how we talk about marriage differently for men and women The veteran TV and radio host disapproved of notions that only men can 'choose' not to get married. Published 31 Jul, 2025 12:53pm
Annie Khalid receives outpouring of love and support after revealing daughter’s medical condition For over a year, her family has been dealing with a very difficult situation and the singer is finally ready to talk about it. Published 31 Jul, 2025 12:40pm
Pakistan says deal concluded with US on tariffs; Trump cites oil reserves agreement Tariff rate not specified; PM Shehbaz thanks Trump, says "landmark deal" will enhance cooperation between two countries. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 05:33pm
Pakistan successfully launches remote sensing satellite: foreign ministry Satellite to provide high-resolution, round-the-clock imaging to strengthen Pakistan's monitoring, development and management capabilities. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 05:09pm
KP & FATA At least 3 dead, another 3 injured in separate roof collapse incidents across KP amid heavy rain Rescue teams on alert to ensure protection of life and property in case of emergency, says a Rescue 1122 spokesperson. Published 31 Jul, 2025 11:42am
Digital proceeds tax to not apply on foreign goods and services ordered online: FBR Measures take retrospective effect from July 1, IT minister says govt has removed tax on international companies doing e-commerce in Pakistan. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 05:58pm
Punjab TTP militant gets 31-year jail term in Sahiwal Muhammad Husnain was captured in an intelligence-based operation conducted by CTD near Super City bypass on May 7. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 10:45am
Punjab Punjab PDMA issues high alert amid rising river levels Rains, glacier melt raise flood threat; urban flooding forecast in Lahore, Gujranwala, Pindi. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 10:23am
Climatic changes are redefining the country’s flood landscape Historically focused on riverine floods, planning must become climate-smart. Published 31 Jul, 2025 09:27am
Punjab Prayer leader in Bahawalnagar shaves, injures heads of five students Says he believed that the children receiving religious education should not have long hair. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 10:30am
Editorial: Sugar industry scandal exposes deeper malaise of governance failure The state has yet again failed to regulate the markets and shield the consumers. Published 31 Jul, 2025 09:09am
Business Govt eyes rollovers to meet debt obligations Islamabad must arrange $10bn net external financing in FY26; SBP says total repayments reach $26bn. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 10:09am
Business High interest rate stokes private sector woes SBP slammed for maintaining status quo. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 10:02am
Business Sindh extends 18pc return to boost Thar coal investment CM Murad says Thar’s coal-based projects added over 2,600 MW to national grid since 2019. Published 31 Jul, 2025 08:28am
Business Fury erupts as Rs7.41 per unit relief reversed Leaders warn of industrial shutdowns as power tariffs rise to Rs35 per unit despite earlier relief promises. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 09:39am
Business PSX ends higher despite policy rate surprise SBP surprised the market by keeping policy rate unchanged at 11pc. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 09:49am
Business Senate panel to hear PSM stakeholders The group aims to present a fact-based briefing on the troubled state-owned enterprise’s affairs. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 09:45am
Column A hybrid wasteland Today, the political parties are in greater disarray than they have been in the past quarter century. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 09:22am
KP & FATA Bannu police foil attack on checkpost An official said cops opened fire on terrorists, forcing them to flee the area. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 11:33am
KP & FATA KP govt wants two more sites on World Heritage List Jamal Garhi and Barikot proposed for inclusion in Unesco heritage list. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 11:42am
KP & FATA Bajaur people take to streets against military operation Meeting decides to halt action and relax curfew at daytime. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 11:29am
Islamabad Pindi police to carry out fresh security audit of Chinese nationals Police will carry out a fresh security audit of Chinese nationals to ensure foolproof security arrangements. Published 31 Jul, 2025 05:33am
Islamabad Senate body voices concern over loss of life, property in flooding Wants action against officials responsible for DHA-5, Saidpur incidents. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 11:05am
Islamabad Court sends QAU students to jail Advocate Imaan Mazari allege police misconduct. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 11:14am
Islamabad Four women die, child missing as vehicle falls into swollen Hassanabdal stream A vehicle carrying ten family members was swept away in a swollen stream. Published 31 Jul, 2025 05:33am
Sindh Larkana police thwart woman’s attempt to take own life along with children Woman says husband used to put her and children’s lives at risk; requests protection and to stay at a shelter instead of returning home. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 09:53am
Sindh Lasbela couple, minor son axed to death in Karachi years after free-will marriage Bodies found in victims’ home in Ghaghar Phatak; police say couple moved to Karachi eight months ago. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 09:47am
Sindh Karachi court acquits seminary teacher in kidnap, rape case Accused denies allegations of prosecution, professed his innocence and claimed false implication in the case. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 10:04am
Middle East Jewish settlers cut off water to village in West Bank Palestinians in the West Bank have reported growing Israeli settler violence since the Gaza conflict erupted in Oct 2023. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 11:56am
International ‘Marathon at F1 speed’: China bids to lap US in AI leadership According to Epoch AI, 78pc of Chinese models are considered "state-of-the-art", compared to 70pc of models built with American participation. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 11:37am
South Asia Modi’s refusal to brief parliament on Pakistan conflict prompts walkout Congress-led opposition boycotts Amit Shah’s speech, calling PM’s absence "insult to upper house". Updated 31 Jul, 2025 11:51am
International Turkish city calls for help after heat tops 50C “I’ve been living in Silopi for about 30 years. I’ve never seen such heat… I’ve never seen such heat anywhere,” says a resident. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 11:59am
Middle East Russia says it’s worried about threat of strikes on Iran’s nuclear plants “Bombing nuclear facilities should not become commonplace, routine international practice," says Russia. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 11:45am
International Kremlin says Russia has developed immunity to sanctions “We have been living under a huge number of sanctions for quite a long time," says Kremlin spokesman. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 11:41am
Sport Pakistan exit U-19 volleyball after five-set thriller against Poland Pakistan captain Mohammad Yahya, 17, leads his team’s scoring effort with an impressive 21 points. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 12:12pm
Sport Top seeds Zverev, Gauff advance at Canadian Open Zverez says he did not play his “prettiest” match but was proud of how he battled after taking a break from the game. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 12:18pm
Sport Marchand returns to global stage with 200 medley world record The “French Phelps” blasts through the World Aquatics Championships Arena in one minute, 52.69 seconds in his semi-final. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 12:06pm
Balochistan Bugti orders inquiry into retired officer’s appointment The move comes after the news of the appointment went viral on social media. Published 31 Jul, 2025 05:32am
Balochistan BNP leader condemns ‘abduction’ of colleague, decries ‘state atrocities’ BNP leader Hassan Agha says the party has been facing this situation since 2012. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 08:35am
Balochistan Balochistan cabinet okays plans for security, development Creation of mineral development fund, Green Tractor scheme also approved. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 09:29am
National Closer Pak-Iran cooperation vital to securing shared interests, say experts Senator Mushahid Hussain warns of growing "Indo-Israel axis", calls for coordinated responses from both countries. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 09:23am
National Shibli Faraz asks CJP to scrutinise all May 9 trials Opposition leader in Senate asks CJP to consider limiting court sessions to reasonable hours to prevent "fatigue-induced miscarriage of justice". Updated 31 Jul, 2025 09:58am
National FBR forms seven-member committee to settle GB tax issue Pakistan-China trade and travel suspended; thousands of travellers stranded, including Chinese nationals. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 09:11am
National Senators condemn ban on pilgrims travelling to Iraq by road Religious Affairs secy says govt exploring options of "alternative route" by sea; panel demands removal of Saudi Arabia-based DG. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 08:27am
Middle East France, 14 other nations back Palestine state UN conference ends with global push for two-state solution; Malta also announces intention to recognise Palestine in September. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 09:57am
Front Page Fresh flood rips through GB’s Ishkoman valley Flood completely destroys 22 homes and 18 shops; Thousands of kanals of agricultural land, orchards, and forests suffer damage. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 07:46am
KP & FATA CM Gandapur changes his mind, ‘backs’ military action Says forces in the province at the request of the KP government and should be treated as “guests” and with respect. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 07:41am
Front Page Cabinet takes major decisions on Haj, AI, building codes 70pc quota for govt, 30pc for private operators allocated in new Haj policy; AI policy aims to train 1m professionals by 2030. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 07:54am
Front Page US makes deal to tap Pakistan’s oil reserves Details remain sketchy despite Trump announcement; no word on tariff rate as Aurangzeb meets key officials. Updated 31 Jul, 2025 11:06am
