News Archives for Latest - 2025-12-21

US senator urges military action if Hamas, Hezbollah remained armed

Graham backed Israel’s opposition to Turkiye being included in the stabilisation force, saying it would “rock Israel to its core”.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 11:54pm

KP & FATA

KP CM announces preparations for countrywide movement as TTAP issues Feb 8 strike call

Opposition alliance assails govt, demands new Charter of Democracy during conference.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 11:40pm

Punjab

New rules for Punjab kite flying law notified as bill set to hit assembly floor tomorrow

These new rules outline the size of permissible kites and the composition of authorised string.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 10:46pm

Snowfall forecast in mountains as cold and dry weather to prevail throughout the country

PMD indicated that an increase in fog intensity is also likely over the districts of northeastern Punjab.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 08:29pm

Security forces neutralise 9 terrorists in two separate KP operations: ISPR

According to ISPR, the two operations were conducted in the Dera Ismail Khan and Bannu districts of KP, respectively.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 08:22pm

KP & FATA

Man allegedly guns down wife, three others in Bannu: police

Bodies sent for post-mortem examination, while police have launched raids to arrest the accused.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 07:51pm

Politicians and ex-players hail Pakistan’s U-19 Asia Cup victory

Ex-captain Wasim Akram praises Ali Raza's bowling, Minhas' batting innings.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 08:44pm

Law minister Tarar stresses need for ‘national dialogue’, highlights significance of political and economic stability

"If elections are disputed, political parties—not the establishment—must decide the way forward," says Rana Sanaullah.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 06:35pm

EU welcomes Pakistan’s progress on implementing 27 conventions under GSP+ programme

EU encourages further steps ahead of upcoming GSP+ Monitoring Report, reiterates need for further reforms in the medium and long term.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 05:23pm

FCC affirms all other courts, including SC, are ‘constitutionally mandated’ to adhere to its judgements

27th Amendment establishes that decisions issued by the FCC are binding on all courts in Pakistan, order by two-member bench states.

Updated 22 Dec, 2025 07:57am

Australia honours Bondi Beach attack victims; PM Albanese booed

The attack exposed gaps in gun-license assessments and information-sharing between agencies that policymakers have said they want to plug.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 04:43pm

TTP formations infiltrating into Pakistan mostly comprise Afghans: CDF Field Marshal Asim Munir

Says Pakistan's armed forces received “divine help” in May conflict with India.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 03:27pm

Pakistan rout India to clinch U-19 Asia Cup title as Sameer Minhas and Ali Raza star

After Sameer Minhas' record-breaking century guided Pakistan to 347-8, pacer Ali Raza starred with the ball to help bundle India out cheaply.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 05:04pm

‘Awesome’ Australia dominate to win Ashes against ‘hurting’ England

England's last four wickets added 145 on the final day to be all out for 352 and lose by 82 runs after finally showing some fight in the series.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 01:14pm

PNS warship’s commissioning ceremony held in Turkiye; Erdogan stresses need for enhanced cooperation in defence production

PNS Khaibar is the second of four Milgem class corvettes, the contract for which was signed with a Turkish state-owned defence contractor firm in 2018.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 01:49pm

Nine killed, 10 injured in South Africa shooting, police hunt for suspects

Injured taken to medical facilities for treatment, say police.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 12:13pm

Smokers’ corner: Out of context Orwell

Almost everything is lazily labelled as ‘Orwellian’ these days by people who do not understand exactly what George Orwell's writing was critiquing.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 11:28am

Sindh

Karachi experiences foggy morning, ‘very unhealthy’ air, flight disruptions

Low visibility due to fog reported from Super Highway, Surjani Town, Gulistan-i-Jauhar, I.I. Chundrigarh Road, Clifton and Defence; police report one accident death due to "smog".

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 11:47am

Editorial: It is essential that the interim authorities in Bangladesh prevent the country from sliding into anarchy

Sharif Osman Hadi’s killers must be traced and punished, while all political groups must adhere to democratic norms even as they stage protests.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 10:36am

Sindh

‘Country has now controlled press, politics and democracy’: Political conditions, governance discussed at Ayaz Melo

“Democracy and politics finished after 2018,” says Urdu literary figure Farnood Alam.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 10:26pm

Current levels of bilateral trade do not reflect the true potential of Pakistan-Iraq relations: President Zardari

President requests improved facilitation for Pakistani pilgrims visiting Iraq during meeting with Iraqi counterpart.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 05:57pm

Sindh

YouTuber Rajab Butt granted interim bail in ‘hurting religious sentiments’ case

Hearing adjourned until Dec 29 for confirmation or otherwise.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 10:22am

Sindh

‘Only SJC can remove judges of superior judiciary’: KBA condemns Justice Jahangiri’s removal

Emphasises security of the tenure of judges not a personal privilege but a constitutional safeguard.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 10:13am

Successes from May conflict with India and more — how has 2025 been for Pakistan?

In 2025, Pakistan stood up to an aggressor much larger in size and resources, which instilled renewed confidence and self-esteem in the nation.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 09:37am

Serious global challenges and their likely impact on Pakistan’s fragile economy necessitate national reconciliation

The state of the economy, the rise in foreign-inspired terrorism and domestic political instability are all areas of concern.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 09:23am

Kinno exports struggle amid Kabul border dispute, unstable markets

Stakeholders urge govt to find alternative international markets, subsidise logistics, resolve border issue and support exporters.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 09:13am

Editorial: In most cases against PTI’s senior leadership, justice has hardly been seen to be done

With trust in the judiciary wearing thin, it has been very difficult to weigh the merits of the various judgements passed against PTI leaders.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 09:06am

PM stresses steps to ensure passengers with valid travel papers don’t face difficulties

Review meeting told FIA arrested 451 involved in human trafficking, illegal travel this year.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 08:40am

Balochistan

Winter rains disrupt life across Balochistan

Suspends power supply, mobile networks; floods roads and houses, triggers accidents.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 08:37am

Front Page

‘Commander’ among five militants killed in Bannu IBO

Officials say group was involved in sabotage activities and had been using Bannu's Ping area as a base to plan attacks.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 08:09am

Front Page

Senate panel moves to curb judicial intervention in parliamentary affairs

Proposed rule change seeks to shield upper house committees from stay orders.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 07:47am

Imran calls for protest after Toshakhana-II verdict; PTI to challenge guilty ruling in high court

“I have sent a message to Sohail Afridi to prepare for the street movement. The entire nation will have to rise for its rights,” PTI founder has been quoted as saying.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 07:47am

Back Page

Palestinians mourn six killed in Israeli shelling

Victims include four-month-old infant, 14-year-old girl.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 08:00am

National

PM Shehbaz’s witness cross-examined in suit against Imran

Incorrect to suggest PM came to power through rigging, witness says.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 08:30am

National

CJP reviews digitalisation of SC payments

Online billing system expected to be operational within two weeks.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 08:17am

International

Lebanon close to completing disarmament of Hezbollah

PM Salam says first phase of weapons consolidation plan only "days away" from completion.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 09:41am

International

Iran, UK foreign ministers in rare direct contact

Araghchi criticises "irresponsible approach" by European countries to Iranian nuclear issue.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 09:54am

International

US court restores Elon Musk’s Tesla pay package

Lawyers who challenged package say "proud to have participated" in historic verdict.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 09:50am

International

Afghans in US unsure about future after attack on troops

Afghans fear they might be sent back to a nation run by the Islamist extremists who they once worked to defeat.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 09:59am

International

US proposes direct talks to end Ukraine war

Rubio says "there’s no peace deal unless Kyiv agrees to it".

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 09:38am

Business

Japan sets $19bn trade goal for Central Asia

Unveils five-year goal for business projects in joint statement after Tokyo summit.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 07:02am

Business

Fake pesticides flood Punjab, Sindh: CCP

Report says lack of production, poor enforcement fuel crisis, hurting farmers.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 09:06am

Business

Royalties, franchise fees capped at $250,000

Existing firms allowed remittances of up to 8pc of sales.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 08:54am

Business

Dollar shortage continues as exchanges run dry

Strict regulatory measures compound the situation; exchanges are only selling what they buy.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 08:58am

Sindh

Eight Chinese nationals among 22 remanded in online fraud case

IO says call centre employees lured citizens through social media ads to invest money.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 10:17am

KP & FATA

KP CM calls for end to political differences, vendettas in ‘larger’ national interest

Says human development, public welfare his govt’s top priorities.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 10:48am

KP & FATA

Afghans told to leave KP’s Bannu after police vehicle attack

Search for suspicious individuals continuing.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 10:43am

KP & FATA

Tehreek-i-Insaf leaders shouldn’t use protective bails to join protests: PHC

Bench declares that relief granted only for approaching relevant courts.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 10:38am

Islamabad

Plan unveiled to transform Islamabad’s Kohsar Complex into smoke-free govt facility

Agreed that improved management of available space to take precedence over expansion.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 11:08am

Islamabad

Historic Mandra well razed in ‘clean-up operation’ near Gujar Khan

Journalist says well has been catering to water needs of railway station and residents.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 11:11am

Islamabad

Rescue 1122, other depts on alert in Murree as snowfall expected today

All hurdles removed from roads, machinery provided by PDMA to remove snow from highways, says DC.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 08:45am

Punjab

Police confirm rape after body of missing child found in Punjab village

Claim arrests made from Khushal Singh village.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 11:18am

Punjab

Three dead, nine injured in smog-related accidents

Two cars fall into canals; motorcycle riders hit by coach in heavy smog.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 10:59am

Punjab

Railway forms panel to liaise with NAB on six references

Committee will provide all relevant records to the bureau.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 10:55am

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