News Archives for Latest - 2026-01-10

After fatal ICE shooting, Minneapolis mayor urges activists to avoid Trump’s ‘bait’

Protest organisers said more than 1,000 weekend events have been planned across the country demanding an end to large-scale deployments of ICE agents.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 11:47pm

Middle East

Syrian authorities transferring Kurdish fighters from Aleppo to northeast

Families unable to flee the violence leave city, accompanied by Syrian security forces.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 11:06pm

Sindh

Police rescue woman forcibly confined in Karachi’s Darakhshan

Police used power tools to cut the victim free; victim's husband, his friend are prime suspects.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 09:53pm

Sindh

Police arrest serving cop accused of killing wife for ‘honour’

Law enforcers confirm that the suspect is in custody and the murder weapon was recovered from his possession.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 09:20pm

‘Battle-tested’: Pakistan arms exports surge after May conflict with India

Pakistan develops a wide variety of hardware, including aircraft, tanks and weapons systems for both.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 07:38pm

Iran authorities signal intensified crackdown as unrest grows

Pahlavi says he is “preparing to return” at a time that he believes is “very near”, internet has been shut down for more than 36 hours.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 11:50pm

Denmark’s Greenland dilemma: Defending a territory already on its way out

Professor at University of Copenhagen says discussion on value of Greenland drowned out by outrage at Trump's threats.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 06:18pm

From Aag Lagay Basti Mein to Wuthering Heights: 10 films we are excited to watch in 2026

This year's packed with star-studded films.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 06:03pm

Cold weather prompts Punjab, Sindh to change school schedules

Punjab decides to extend winter vacations till January 19; Sindh changes school timings until Jan 26.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 10:16pm

The White Lotus will check into a 19th-century castle hotel in Saint-Tropez for season 4

The HBO satire will film at the Château de La Messardière on the French Riviera, with Cannes rumours, new cast members and more.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 05:07pm

Punjab

TTAP leadership distributes pamphlets in Lahore, commences public outreach campaign

Achakzai says country has been plunged into a crisis; calls on people to stand with the opposition in its movement.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 09:27pm

Govt appoints Dr Kabir Ahmed Sidhu as new SECP chairman

Under his leadership, the Competition Commission of Pakistan launched a renewed crackdown on cartels, market abuse and reduced its court case backlog by 70pc.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 04:21pm

Sindh

Pakistan Navy successfully tests surface-to-air-missile at sea

ISPR says missile “successfully engaged and neutralised an aerial target, demonstrating Pakistan Navy’s robust air defence capabilities”.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 04:10pm

Fawad Khan and Sadaf Fawad relive the desi wedding magic for their 21st anniversary

The couple got together with friends and family for a celebration showered in marigolds.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 03:22pm

Top Featured

Consent on trial: How Pakistan’s courts are failing rape survivors

As 2026 dawns, women in Pakistan are left grappling with a stark reality: rape and marital rape continue to be misinterpreted by judges in the country’s highest courts.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 03:07pm

KP & FATA

JUI-F leader succumbs to injuries following blast in Lower South Waziristan

DPO says an investigation into the incident is under way; peace committee chief unhurt in suspected IED blast.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 03:25pm

Emraan Hashmi says critics of films like Dhurandhar have ‘crap mentality’

The Indian actor is defending a film he admits he hasn’t seen, arguing that box office success should silence criticism.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 02:52pm

Iraqi air chief praises PAF’s professionalism, expresses ‘keen interest’ in JF-17 Thunder jets

According to ISPR, Pakistan and Iraq agreed to pursue joint exercises and training initiatives to strengthen interoperability.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 06:11pm

So long, salons! These smart nails change colours with an app

Preorders are open for the $95 starter kit.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 01:36pm

Sindh

KP CM Afridi rejects allegations of ‘political-terror nexus’ during Hyderabad visit

PTI gets NOC from Sindh govt for Mazar-i-Quaid rally; Sharjeel Memon says provincial govt allows all political parties to "carry out activities within the ambit of the law".

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 02:28am

KP & FATA

2-week-long Pakistan, US joint military exercise commences

ISPR says exercise will focus on the “counterterrorism domain, involving professional contingents from the armies of Pakistan and the US”.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 04:34pm

Writers call for boycott of Adelaide Writers’ Week after Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah is dropped

Over a hundred authors have withdrawn from this year's Writers' Week.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 12:45pm

How Cuba was blindsided by audacious US operation to capture Nicolas Maduro

Fearful of betrayal by dissenters within Venezuela’s ranks, the leftist Maduro sourced his security detail in communist-ruled Cuba.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 12:44pm

Death toll climbs after trash site collapse buries dozens in Philippines

About 50 sanitation workers were buried when refuse toppled onto them on Thursday.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 12:33pm

Spotlight on Pak-India conflict again as Trump continues to make case for Nobel Peace Prize

“I can’t think of anybody in history that should get the Nobel prize more than me," he says.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 12:39pm

Australia, India invited to G7 meeting on critical minerals: US treasury secretary

Scott Bessent says he is unsure if New Delhi had accepted the invitation to meeting of Group of Seven, which does not include India.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 11:45am

FO urges Pakistanis to avoid unnecessary travel to Iran amid growing unrest

Advises Pakistani nationals residing in Iran to exercise "extreme caution" and stay in regular contact with missions in Tehran, Zahidan and Mashhad.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 12:36pm

Venezuela says in talks with US to restore diplomatic ties

The US president has suggested he might use force again to get his way in Venezuela, which has the world’s largest proven oil reserves.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 10:35am

When might becomes right — climate stress as a silent accomplice of militarism

When powerful states openly disregard international law, they do more than break rules — they teach.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 09:28am

How Pakistan can protest at every step India takes towards building works on the western rivers

Regardless of India’s political characterisation of it, the Indus Waters Treaty remains legally binding.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 09:22am

Editorial: Pakistan’s fight against terrorism demands a united stance

The choice is not between talking and striking, but between a clear strategy and a costly stalemate that drains lives, resources and political focus year after year.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 09:13am

In open letter to PM Shehbaz, Amnesty International seeks end to Afghans’ refoulement

Says Pakistan's policy for refugees has changed significantly since the repatriation plan was announced in Sept 2023.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 08:33am

Workers with 14.5 years of service entitled to pension: FCC

Upholds rounding-off principle under Employees’ Old-Age Benefits Act; dismisses five appeals filed by EOBI against LHC judgements.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 08:25am

Losses of state-owned entities triple despite proclamations of reforms and economic stabilisation

Consolidated losses surge by 302 per cent, mainly led by the power sector; overall net loss for the SOE sector stands at Rs122.9bn compared to Rs30.6bn in the previous year.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 07:57am

KP & FATA

PBC moves court over formation of KP Assembly panel for Radio Pakistan attack probe

Insists the KP Assembly speaker "took over" judiciary’s domain through notification.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 09:07am

KP & FATA

Protesting UoP employees demand placing varsity under Centre’s control

Flay KP govt for "failing" to manage university affairs.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 09:07am

KP & FATA

Balambat rehab centre ray of hope for drug addicts

Their families have urged the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government to provide permanent facilities and financial support to strengthen its services.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 09:06am

Islamabad

AJK doctors warn of strike from 26th for long-pending demands

“Unfortunately, instead of being resolved, our issues are being further complicated and decisions are repeatedly deferred,” says one doctor.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 05:19am

Islamabad

Climate change minister ‘spins’ CDA’s act of chopping trees in Islamabad

Claims 29,000 allergy causing trees have been cut; CDA starts early tree-plantation drive in unfavourable weather.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 09:33am

Islamabad

Two new dams planned to ease water shortage in twin cities

Dotara and Shahdara dams to be completed by December 2027, feasibility and funding to be fast-tracked.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 09:33am

Punjab

JI emir warns against ‘blocking democratic pathways’

Says Pakistan is being held hostage by a class that thrives on corruption, oppression, falsehood and injustice.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 09:49am

Punjab

LHC warns of cases against PHA officials responsible for cutting trees

Court expresses displeasure over the cutting of trees along the canal.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 09:57am

Punjab

Girls school damaged in IED blast in Taunsa

As there are winter vacation till Jan 11, no casualty was reported.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 09:59am

Sindh

Traffic mess in Karachi as PTI holds rally to welcome KP chief minister

Police block section of Sharea Faisal near FTC flyover for vehicles.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 08:46am

Sindh

Senate body asks Sindh to curb ‘tanker mafia’, improve Karachi water supply

Raise concerns over Karachi's water supply problems and the tanker mafia's unauthorised operations, saying the mafia has hijacked the city's water supply, forcing citizens to pay for water.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 08:37am

Sindh

Low gas pressure disrupts domestic kitchens amid cold snap in Karachi

Chilly winds, gas shortage pile miseries on citizens; SSGC concedes "technical fault" affecting supply.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 12:26pm

Sindh

Mercury drops to 9.3°C in Karachi

“Right now, the whole country is experiencing an intense cold wave that’s an aftereffect of the recent rains,” says Met dept official.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 08:43am

International

US to pick which oil firms can invest in Venezuela: Trump

Says the world’s biggest producers have pledged $100 billion to revive Venezuela’s oil sector.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 08:57am

International

Russia joins China, Iran for naval drills off South Africa

The exercises draw together several nations feuding with the US administration.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 08:19am

Middle East

Yemeni separatists announce disputed ‘dissolution’

STC officials outside Saudi Arabia signal that the move was made under duress.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 08:17am

International

Israeli strikes kill 13 in Gaza, threaten to unravel ceasefire

An Israeli military statement says strikes target alleged rocket launch pits after a projectile falls short and lands near a hospital in Gaza.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 07:50am

Sport

Pakistan, Sri Lanka Twenty20 washed out

The Salman Ali Agha-captained Pakistan lead the three-match series 1-0.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 05:19am

Sport

Real edge Atletico to set up Clasico Spanish Super Cup final

Alonso was close to the sack after a run of inconsistent form towards the end of 2025 but his team have slowly found their footing in the shape of positive results.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 05:19am

Sport

Ammar, Azan hit tons in President’s Trophy

Ammar arrived at the crease with Wapda reeling at 70-5 against Sahir Associates at the UBL Sports Complex.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 05:19am

Sport

Sabalenka gets revenge over Keys in Brisbane

Keys was playing less than 24 hours after her marathon three-hour win over Russia’s Diana Shnaider.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 05:19am

Business

Petroleum secretary removed

The govt has removed Petroleum Secretary Momin Agha and directed him to report to the Establishment Division without any further posting.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 05:19am

Business

Spectrum auction set for Feb 26

PTA issues memorandum, outlining rules and coverage obligations.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 08:04am

Business

December remittances hit FY26 peak at $3.6bn

Remittances largely driven by continued incentives for sending money through formal channels and relative stability in the exchange rate.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 07:57am

Business

Weekly inflation surges 3.2pc

The increase is mainly driven by a surge in prices of perishable products, as well as chicken, and edible oil prices.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 08:23am

Business

PM Shehbaz woos UAE investment in IT sector

Says UAE’s investment and global connectivity, combined with Pakistan’s human resources and workforce, represent a beneficial partnership for economic growth.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 07:32am

Balochistan

Balochistan launches e-bike subsidy, health insurance programme

Enterprise uplift plan extended to Gwadar, Kech and Awaran.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 08:43am

National

Privatisation Commission wants Islamabad airport privatised

Reccomends fresh expressions of interest be invited to appoint a financial adviser.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 08:39am

National

Groundwork launched with diplomatic outreach for second minerals forum

Pakistan has begun soft global marketing of the 2nd Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum, scheduled to be held on April 8 and 9.

Published 10 Jan, 2026 05:18am

National

FCC to begin hearings at Shariat court from 12th

The law ministry had notified the relocation a month ago; extensive renovation and refurbishment work is still under way at the FSC building.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 08:23am

National

Cancer patients to get subsidised drugs from Pims

Under the agreement, thousands of eligible patients from Islamabad, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan will be able to receive subsidised cancer medicine.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 08:13am

Back Page

Astronaut’s ‘serious medical condition’ forces Nasa to end space station mission early

Agency cites inability to diagnose and treat condition on ISS

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 08:10am

Back Page

After Venezuela, Colombia fears US military action

President Gustavo Petro raises alarm after Trump says operation in South American country "sounds good"; says Washington is treating other nations as part of a US “empire”.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 08:06am

Back Page

ICE ‘tyranny’ lays bare divide within US society

Tensions escalate nationwide after another shooting in Oregon; Trump administration officials continue to defend officers’ actions.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 07:50am

Front Page

PM backs use of digital wallets for Ramazan package

Says deserving individuals are deprived of their rights due to corruption in Utility Stores; orders solarisation of loss-making electricity feeders.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 07:42am

Middle East

‘Deal very likely’: Turkiye seeks to join Pakistan-Saudi mutual defence pact, report says

Changing dynamics and the fallout from regional conflicts are prompting countries to develop new mechanisms for identifying friends and foes, according to a Bloomberg report.

Updated 10 Jan, 2026 07:37am

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