News Archives for Latest - 2025-11-01

Sinner crushes Zverev to reach Paris Masters final, brink of No. 1 ranking

Italian former world number one sets up title clash with Felix Auger-Aliassime after a 6-0, 6-1 dismantling of Alexander Zverev.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 10:37pm

Fawad stresses need for PTI to pursue engagement, shun confrontation to lower political temperature

"Confrontation and endless confrontation sees no light at the end of the tunnel," he says; PTI spokesperson Sheikh Waqas Akram rubbishes notion of old leaders leading any effort.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 11:07pm

France arrests Afghan with suspected links to Islamic State offshoot

Charges him with participating in a criminal terrorist organisation and financing a terrorist enterprise.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 09:20pm

South Asia

India temple stampede kills 9 in Andhra Pradesh

A total of 18 injuries have been reported so far while two critically injured patients have been moved to a tertiary care hospital for treatment.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 08:14pm

Shaheen, Babar star as Pakistan clinch series with 4-wicket win over South Africa

Babar leads the way with 68 after Shaheen's three wickets as Pakistan prevail in series-deciding T20I.

Updated 02 Nov, 2025 09:52am

KP & FATA

Portfolios assigned to KP’s all-male, 13-member cabinet

Meena Khan Afridi given local government, elections and rural development; Aftab Alam Afridi given law, parliamentary affairs and human rights while Muzzammil Aslam to act as finance adviser.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 07:34pm

India wants to keep Pakistan ‘busy’ on western and eastern fronts: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif

Asif says he hopes talks with Afghanistan will reach a reasonable conclusion; information ministry rejects remarks by Afghan Taliban spokesperson on deportation of security threats.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 11:40pm

Peak excitement as India’s women eye maiden World Cup title

India's women cricketing stars, including Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana, have become household names in their country.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 06:37pm

England’s batting exposed as New Zealand seal ODI series sweep

Tailenders Blair Tickner and Zakary Foulkes help hosts secure a tense two-wicket win in third match of the series.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 06:20pm

Thousands feared ‘in grave danger’ in Sudan’s El-Fasher after fall to RSF

United Kingdom announces £5 million ($6.57m) of new funding for Sudan.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 05:41pm

Zhalay Sarhadi wants city-wise animal welfare response teams for injured and targeted strays

The actor called on authorities to take responsibility and appealed to her followers for solutions to Pakistan’s ongoing animal welfare crisis.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 05:16pm

Fisherman from Pakistan arrested, coerced into carrying out tasks for Indian intelligence agency: Tarar

“He was told that he would be compensated and if he did not comply, he would have to stay imprisoned for two to three years,” information minister says.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 05:57pm

Militants suffered highest number of losses in 10 years in October: report

Think tank data shows 355 militants killed; 29pc rise in attacks from Sept, but overall human losses declined.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 03:29pm

Ali Gul Pir wonders why his most ‘abusive, vile and aggressive’ critics seem to be supporters of a particular party

The comedian says he's going to continue doing what he's doing, no matter what his detractors say.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 03:24pm

South Korean president Lee asks China’s Xi for help in engaging North Korea

Xi pushes for global AI body in counter to US; Asia-Pacific leaders call for shared trade benefits.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 06:16pm

Jordan, Germany say international force in Gaza needs UN mandate

“We all agree that in order for that stabilisation force to be able to be effective in getting the job done, it has to have a Security Council mandate,” Jordan's foreign minister says.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 02:18pm

World Culture Festival kicks off with dance, music and art performances

The festival will continue till December 7.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 02:12pm

CPEC has brought new opportunities to GB, says Zardari

"Our collective task is to ensure that these opportunities reach every valley and every village, creating shared prosperity for all,” he says.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 04:27pm

Not planning to enter politics again anytime soon, says ex-PTI leader Ali Zaidi

Statement comes after media reports claimed he, other former party leaders were planning to launch a campaign for Imran's release.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 01:37pm

Canadian PM Carney says he apologised to Trump over anti-tariff ad

Canadian premier says he has accepted invitation from China’s leader Xi Jinping to visit "in new year".

Published 01 Nov, 2025 12:21pm

Sindh

SHC issues notices on plea against ‘period tax’

Karachi resident Alisha Shabbir's lawyer says such a heavy tax burden has made hygiene products unaffordable for millions.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 12:05pm

South Asia

Return of Afghans via Torkham border resumes

Khyber DC Bilal Rao, Afghan officials confirm border crossing in KP reopened for refugees; trade remains suspended.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 02:03pm

‘No democracy without women’s participation’: Eyebrows raised at KP’s all-male cabinet

“These all-male clubs are not only unacceptable but also unstoppable,” says journalist Mariana Baabar.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 12:17pm

White House restricts reporters’ access to press office

White House official alleges reporters had been “ambushing” cabinet secretaries in the area and secretly recording video and audio.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 10:15am

Why addressing Pakistan’s mental health crisis requires reordering of political and economic priorities

For millions of Pakistanis, psychological suffering is inseparable from economic hardship.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 11:34am

New code of conduct for judges has made it apparent that dissent of any kind is unacceptable

Designed to uphold judicial independence, the code of conduct could result in suppressing it.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 08:53am

Balochistan

Govt to modernise police for combatting terrorism, says Balochistan CM

Says Levies force being integrated into Balochistan police.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 08:49am

Editorial: Both Pakistan and Afghanistan should shun intemperate language that could imperil parleys

While Pakistan’s stance against terrorist groups like the TTP should be clear, aggressive commentary should be avoided.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 08:32am

South Asia

Pakistan assessing impact of US-India defence deal, says FO

"We are currently assessing its implications, especially concerning peace, security, and stability in South Asia,” an FO spokesperson says.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 08:21am

Umrah visa validity to be curtailed to one month from next week

New amendments also include cancellation of the visa 30 days after its date of issuance in case the pilgrim has not entered the kingdom within this period.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 08:08am

South Asia

After ‘conditional truce’, all eyes on Kabul’s next steps

Islamabad says ceasefire with western neighbour not "open-ended", any breach will trigger "all options"; FO insists Istanbul statement a "preface", not full text of accord.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 07:30am

Punjab

Punjab orders Imran’s video-link trial in nearly dozen May 9 cases

Trials to be held in Rawalpindi ATC; home dept says move will help ensure PTI founder’s security, prevent untoward incidents.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 07:44am

Front Page

US seeks Pakistan’s help to balance China’s mineral grip

Critical Minerals Forum chief meets Aurangzeb; Islamabad welcomes move, asks team to revert with a detailed framework for collaboration.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 07:18am

Front Page

PM hails Pakistan’s prominence on world stage

Lauds US President Trump for helping ease tensions between Islamabad and New Delhi during May conflict.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 07:38am

KP & FATA

Govt notifies departmental guidelines for engagement with transgender persons

Says initiative shows its commitment to ensuring equality for all citizens.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 10:55am

KP & FATA

All set for KP Bar Council elections today

106 candidates in fray for 28 seats.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 10:30am

KP & FATA

Return of Afghans via Torkham starts today after 20-day break

News of border reopening for returning Afghans celebrated by stranded refugees.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 10:37am

KP & FATA

Graft probe against MNA Atif tainted with ulterior motives, rules PHC

Declares no ‘unfettered discretion’ with ACE to conduct inquiries.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 11:01am

Islamabad

NA body praises MDCAT 2025, calls for further reforms

Says examination software must be strengthened to prevent data errors and duplication of student records.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 06:06am

Sindh

Convictions remained low despite rise in domestic violence in Sindh this year, says report

The factsheet was compiled through data received via the Right to Information from the Sindh Police Department.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 06:06am

Islamabad

Islamabad’s Daanish School to be completed by December

Classes scheduled to start in March next year.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 06:06am

Punjab

Car price hike: Competition Commission of Pakistan told to conclude inquiry in six months

Atlas Honda Cars (Pakistan) Limited has approached the Lahore High Court through a petition challenging vires of notices issued by the CCP.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 09:00am

Punjab

Lahore’s master plan in limbo since 2023

Division is still being governed under Lahore Division Plan-2016, a revised version of Punjab Capital Master Plan 2004-21

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 08:57am

Sindh

Murad orders immediate release of wheat support funds to small farmers

Wheat Growers’ Support Programme to cost government around Rs55bn, benefit 412,000 farmers, says official statement.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 10:17am

Sindh

Deadline for new number plates extended for two months in Sindh

Notification says new deadline for Ajrak-themed plates is December 31.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 10:35am

Sindh

Ruckus as Karachi City Council members reject heavy traffic fines

In a resolution, members ask Sindh govt to repair streets and roads first.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 10:57am

International

Ambassador to Austria ignores Taliban warning to quit position

Vienna has so far refused to credit Taliban-appointed diplomats.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 09:16am

International

Hurricane claims 50 lives across Caribbean

$48bn to $52bn estimated in damage and economic loss.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 09:33am

International

Israeli military official resigns after leaked abuse video stirs furore

Military investigating dozens of cases but says abuse not systematic.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 10:11am

International

Centrists beat Wilders party after knife-edge Dutch polls

Rob Jetten urges mainstream parties from left to right to unite.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 09:39am

International

Americans worry about next meal as shutdown enters second month

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Programme (SNAP) set to run out of funds this weekend.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 09:48am

Business

FBR sets new milestone with 5.9m filers

Individual taxpayers have paid nearly Rs9 billion more than last year.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 07:29am

Business

Overall public debt rises Rs9.3tr in FY25

Expected to decline from 70.8pc to 60.8pc of GDP by FY28, finance ministry report says.

Updated 06 Nov, 2025 07:07am

Business

Revenue shortfall hits Rs274bn in July-Oct

Primarily attributed to slowdown in domestic sales tax collection due to power outages, increased solarisation.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 07:51am

Business

Weekly inflation up 5.05pc

Increase mainly driven by surge in perishable food prices.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 07:44am

Business

Asean envoys explore investment opportunities

Discuss enhancing trade and investment linkages, improving connectivity, simplifying investment procedures for foreign investors.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 07:38am

Business

Govt receives 23 bids after 18 years for offshore exploration

Most bids come from state-run firms for 40 blocks, with Turkish Petroleum joining Pakistan’s renewed offshore drive.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 07:23am

Punjab

Punjab speaker seeks legal protection for local govt system

Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Ahmad Khan insists effective governance impossible sans empowered local bodies.

Published 01 Nov, 2025 06:06am

Back Page

Watchdog paints 2025 as ‘bleak year’ for Pakistani media

Pakistan Press Foundation report mentions 137 attacks targeting journalists in 10 months.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 07:55am

Back Page

SC stays PHC order to tax Evacuee Trust Property Board assets

Board’s lawyer argues local tax can’t be levied on federal assets.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 07:57am

Back Page

Pakistan Agricultural Research Council reform pledged after China identifies major gaps

Underfunding, outdated labs, brain drain plague the country’s apex agri-research body, joint assessment finds.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 08:12am

Govt hikes petrol price by Rs2.43, high-speed diesel by Rs3.02

The price of petrol now stands at Rs265.45 per litre from Rs263.02 per litre.

Updated 01 Nov, 2025 07:19am

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