News Archives for Latest - 2025-11-13

All terrorists in Wana attack Afghan nationals; orchestrated by TTP from Afghanistan: information ministry

Says attack was aimed at increasing security concerns in Pakistan, on "demand of the Indian agency RAW".

Published 13 Nov, 2025 11:46pm

‘Flagrant attack on independence of judiciary’: jurists’ body assails newly enacted 27th Amendment

International Commission of Jurists concerned over formation and composition of FCC, lifetime immunity for president and military leadership.

Updated 14 Nov, 2025 09:34am

India inaugurates new military airbase close to China border, source says

Mudh-Nyoma air force station in Ladakh is perched at a height of about 4,000m, says anonymous Indian official.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 10:52pm

Justice Aminuddin appointed first chief justice of Federal Constitutional Court

President Zardari makes appointment under Article 175A of Constitution.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 11:01pm

Newly-enacted 27th Constitutional Amendment challenged in Supreme Court

SC moved to declare 14 sections of newly enacted legislation "illegal and unlawful".

Published 13 Nov, 2025 10:04pm

‘Darkest day in our judicial history’: Lawyers, politicos react to resignations of SC Justices Shah, Minallah

Praise courage of the two judges while lamenting their departure from the judiciary.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 09:27pm

CJP calls full court meeting tomorrow to discuss 27th Constitutional Amendment

SC Justice Salauddin Panwhar urges chief justice to study amendment's implications on Articles 175, 175A, 189, 190, 191 and 209 of the Constitution.

Updated 14 Nov, 2025 07:54am

Navy chief concludes ‘milestone visit’ to Bangladesh, meets senior military leadership

Discussions on regional maritime security and avenues to strengthen defence cooperation between the two countries were held.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 07:13pm

‘Constitution no more’: Justices Shah, Minallah resign from ‘diminished’ SC following passage of 27th Amendment

Former attorney general Makhdoom Ali Khan resigns from Law and Justice Commission.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 09:22pm

COAS Munir’s tenure to reset with CDF appointment after NA approves army act changes

Changes approved to Air Force Act, Navy Ordinance and Supreme Court Practice and Procedure Act as well.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 11:57pm

Turkiye refutes Indian media reports alleging involvement in Delhi blast

Ankara's Directorate of Communications calls reports "a malicious disinformation campaign aimed at damaging bilateral relations between the two countries".

Published 13 Nov, 2025 06:07pm

In pictures: Colourful displays of Aurora Borealis, Aurora Australis delight skywatchers across the world

Displays of Northern Lights have been reported across unusually large swaths of the US this week.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 06:07pm

Govt launches ‘Safe Secure Islamabad’ initiative to ramp up security of federal capital

State Minister Talal Chaudhry says household survey to find resident details will be conducted, vehicles will be mandated to have tags.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 06:05pm

Pakistan thrash Bangladesh 8-2 in hockey series opener

Afraz and Nadeem Ahmed scored twice each for the visitors; Ammad Butt, Ghazanfar Ali, Waheed Ashraf Rana and Hannan Shahid also found the net.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 06:55pm

Iran, Russia FMs call for ‘continued dialogue’ between Pakistan, Afghanistan

Araghchi slams US draft resolution on Gaza force; both ministers "determined" to expand cooperation in all avenues.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 06:10pm

Global art sensation teamLab is going to ‘redefine art’ with its immersive exhibition in Kyoto

The collective of artists, engineers and architects has set up permanent displays in New York, Jeddah and Singapore.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 05:42pm

I travelled all the way to Bali to meet ‘jugnu’ for the first time

A visit to a firefly conservatory in Indonesia helped me understand the beauty of what people are trying so hard to preserve.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 05:26pm

Medical experts perform surgery using Toumai surgical robot in Islamabad

Pims' ED Dr Rana Imran says this was the first time a robotic surgery was performed at the hospital.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 07:11pm

Lahore’s beloved studio True Brew opens in Karachi — this time minus the studio

It’s a coffee shop with a little bit of music, a little bit of film and a little bit of reading — you get the drift.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 04:22pm

Field Marshal Munir facilitated process leading to Sri Lankan cricket team staying in Pakistan: Naqvi

Pakistan Army, Rangers and police together managing visiting team's security, minister says.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 04:34pm

Former Spanish football chief Rubiales says victim of ‘far-left’ conspiracy around Hermoso forced kiss

Luis Rubiales, 48, has written a book to highlight the “public assassination” he claims to have been a victim of, titled “Killing Rubiales”.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 02:17pm

Afghan link ‘confirmed’ as Rawalpindi CTD arrests 7 suspected facilitators of Islamabad court blast

Interior minister says, “It is becoming very difficult for us; the way people from Afghanistan are coming here and attacking us."

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 06:21pm

More than 70 athletes call on UEFA to ban Israel over rights abuses

Paul Pogba, Hakim Ziyech sign letter saying that venues should not welcome "a regime that commits genocide".

Published 13 Nov, 2025 01:49pm

Interior minister tells UK crime agency chief terrorist incidents linked to ‘neighbouring countries’

NCA director general condemns suicide blast in Islamabad earlier this week.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 03:28pm

Sindh

Karachi Police finds distribution box for Safe City cameras earlier gone missing from Clifton

DIG says box recovered from nearby plot; cameras were non-functional.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 04:27pm

Euro 2028 to kick off in Cardiff, final set for Wembley

The tournament, co-hosted by England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland, will feature 51 matches involving 24 nations across nine venues in eight cities.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 12:25pm

Top Featured

‘Lutf ata hai’: Dr Arfa Sayeda Zehra’s living legacy

Dr Zehra’s insight captures a generation estranged from its mother tongue — it listens with pleasure but no longer writes or inhabits Urdu, reflecting a deeper cultural and emotional disconnection.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 04:59pm

India’s top tennis player says denied China visa

Sumit Nagal set to appear at an Australian Open qualifying tournament.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 12:00pm

The Devil Wears Prada 2 drops first teaser trailer — and yes, Miranda Priestly is still that girl

The movie is slated to release on May 1, smack in the middle of a sequel-heavy season.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 12:00pm

PTA commences licencing of VPN service providers under CVAS regime

Says it has granted licences to five companies; move allows users to obtain VPN services directly without approaching PTA.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 11:58am

South Asia

India asks UN wildlife body to not curb its animal imports amid Ambani zoo furore

CITES has urged New Delhi to halt new imports for endangered species as Mukesh Ambani's zoo faces scrutiny over "improper" shipments.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 11:47am

President Zardari gives assent to 27th Constitutional Amendment

Earlier today, Senate approved it with a two-thirds majority.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 06:11pm

Lotte Chemical sells 75pc stake in Pakistani subsidiary for $69 million

The South Korean company has sold its stake in Lotte Chemical Pakistan to Dubai-based PTA Global Holding.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 10:41am

Punjab

LHC asks livestock dept to decide on birds loss in demolition of Lahore pet market

Counsel argues authorities were morally, ethically and legally bound to ensure the safety of the animals before the operation.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 10:07am

Punjab

Cops booked for ‘torturing woman to death’ during police raid in Sialkot

FIR for murder registered against nine people, including a SHO and six police personnel.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 09:59am

Sindh

‘Wanted TTP militant’ held in Shershah raid in Karachi: Rangers

Sindh Rangers say suspect "confessed" to his involvement in targeted killings, extortion, bomb blasts, kidnapping for ransom and several police encounters.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 09:43am

Sindh

Sindh govt planning ban on import of exotic animals not native to the province

Karachi zoo does not comply with standards set under wildlife laws, Sindh Chief Secretary told.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 09:33am

South Asia

Global South disproportionately vulnerable to climate change: watchdog

Risk index says climate disasters claimed over 832,000 lives from 1995 to 2024; Pakistan among top 20 vulnerable countries in long-term index.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 09:20am

Pakistan is better at producing debt than producing jobs, goods or services

The same labour and capital inputs today will generate lesser output, produce fewer jobs and lift fewer people out of poverty.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 09:13am

Pakistan’s economic policies have destroyed manufacturing and export competitiveness

How can we discern the quality of a good, without measuring it in an objective manner?

Published 13 Nov, 2025 09:10am

IHC’s Justice Babar Sattar rules judicial nod must for judges’ appointment

Says the government cannot appoint judges to courts and tribunals solely by executive authority.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 09:00am

Supreme Court rules remand of cases to lower courts not routine

Justice Shah says remand is a judicial tool to be used only when justice demands; court sets aside service tribunal’s ruling.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 08:46am

Govt spends just Rs76bn on development in first 4 months of FY26

Spending pattern comes despite rare 1.6pc budget surplus in first quarter.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 08:39am

Plea challenging 27th Amendment filed in Lahore High Court

Petitioner contends that the 27th Amendment contradicts the preamble of the Constitution.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 08:25am

Punjab

PTI infighting ends as ousted leaders reinstated on secretary’s nod

Punjab chief organiser issues a formal notification reinstating party’s central Punjab president and general secretary.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 09:53am

Last-minute change in 27th Constitutional Amendment clears air on coveted chief justice of Pakistan title

Ever since the constitutional amendment was tabled before the Senate, questions have been raised as to who will retain the title of CJP.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 08:08am

Editorial: Parliament has the right to amend the Constitution but this authority is not absolute

The 27th Amendment needs open debate, not just in parliament but also within the judiciary.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 08:01am

PCB revises schedule for ODI series against Sri Lanka, T20I tri-nation series

Decision made in consultation with Sri Lanka Cricket and Zimbabwe Cricket, PCB says.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 07:55am

Business

Pakistan may get $1.2bn from IMF on Dec 9

Islamabad to publish governance and corruption report before executive board meets next month.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 07:50am

Business

Digital future no longer a distinct vision: SBP

Governor says regulators must evolve to meet demands of rapidly changing landscape.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 07:49am

Business

14,802 firms enrolled in July-October

Private limited companies account for 59pc, single-member companies 37pc of new registrations.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 08:28am

Business

Monitoring of tobacco sector to boost revenues

Tobacco manufacturers to be prohibited from removing finished goods from factory premises unless production process monitored.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 08:12am

Business

Inflows in T-bills surge to $118.6m

Experts say higher inflows to improve net investment in coming months.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 08:37am

Business

Stocks manage modest gains in volatile trade

Overall sentiment indecisive as investors remain cautious.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 08:43am

Police detain motorcyclist in connection with Islamabad suicide blast investigations

A biker from a ride-hailing platform had dropped off the bomber outside at the location; suicide bomber hailed a ride from Chongi No.26.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 07:37am

Trump signs deal to end longest US government shutdown in history

Republican-controlled chamber passes package by a vote of 222-209.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 10:01am

KP & FATA

CM Afridi to chair first meeting of his cabinet tomorrow

Cabinet expected to formally approve the declaration of the peace jirga.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 10:13am

KP & FATA

Can peace jirgas help stem the tide of terrorism?

Analysts insist such gatherings can build pressure but achieve nothing beyond that.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 10:19am

KP & FATA

Another Bajaur area cleared of terrorists

Residents of Shah Khani area allowed to return to their native village.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 10:27am

Islamabad

Experts warn of AI’s use in warfare at Margalla Dialogue

Shaza Fatima Khawaja says Pakistan cannot afford to lag behind in race for modernisation.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 10:36am

Islamabad

Leaves of police personnel cancelled in wake of Islamabad suicide attack

Rawalpindi police to launch search operations across district to monitor, root out extremist elements.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 10:56am

Islamabad

Ready to facilitate govt-opposition dialogue: NA speaker

Says continued dialogue will "eventually lead to positive results".

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 10:46am

Islamabad

Lawyers observe strike as Islamabad court blast prompts sweeping security overhaul

Only judges allowed inside judicial complex amid heightened security, restricted access.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 10:40am

Sindh

Two women die of dengue in Karachi and Hyderabad

Deaths bring the dengue death toll in Sindh to 29 this year.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 09:36am

International

Trump seeks presidential pardon for Netanyahu

Calls case "political, unjustified prosecution".

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 10:10am

International

Starmer hits back amid conspiracy rumours

Says attacks on any cabinet members "completely unacceptable".

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 09:46am

International

Israel’s army chief promises to stop attacks by settlers

Condemns incidents, says military "will not tolerate criminal behaviour by small minority".

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 10:03am

International

42 migrants feared dead as boat capsizes off Libya

Seven survivors rescued after six days adrift, says IOM.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 09:58am

International

Protesters force their way into COP30 venue, clash with police

Brazilian and UN authorities investigating incident, says spokesperson.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 09:50am

Sport

France face Ukraine in World Cup qualifier, England take on Serbia

French captain Mbappe says Les Bleus would like to remember those affected by November 13, 2015 Paris attacks when they take on Ukraine.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 11:22am

National

Senators pay homage to late Irfan Siddiqui

Majority of PTI members skip condolence reference.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 09:13am

National

Gilgit-Baltistan chief judge takes oath for second term

Justice Sardar Shamim Khan sworn in by governor.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 09:07am

Back Page

Inter-provincial wheat seed flow becomes smooth, govt claims

Punjab govt told to expedite seed dispatches to Balochistan, Sindh to meet critical sowing timelines.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 08:31am

KP & FATA

Meth worth Rs900m seized from Dera Ismail Khan bus

Customs staff come under attack by unidentified armed man while transporting the naroctics to State Warehouse.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 08:41am

Middle East

Iraq’s premier claims victory of his coalition in polls

Sudani faces challenge of maintaining delicate balance between country’s allies Iran and US.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 08:36am

Middle East

Pakistan joins Arab bloc to challenge US Gaza mission scope

Insists any UNSC resolution must affirm "political horizon" for Palestinian self-determination, statehood.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 08:15am

Front Page

PM blames Kabul-Delhi nexus for surge in terrorist attacks

Warns enemies of "befitting response" to their actions; reminds Afghan Taliban of responsibility to stop act of terrorism from soil of Afghanistan.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 07:25am

Islamabad suicide bomber was ‘not a Pakistani national’: Talal Chaudhry

State minister says the attacker was not aware of Pakistan's currency or language.

Published 13 Nov, 2025 12:25am

South Asia

Asif dismissive of Afghan intent to reduce transit trade, says it will only ‘benefit’ Pakistan

Mullah Baradar asks Afghan traders to find alternate routes, reduce reliance on Pakistan for trade.

Updated 13 Nov, 2025 08:06am

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