News Archives for Latest - 2026-01-11

Homeland Security to send hundreds more officers to Minnesota, Noem says

The officers would be deployed on Sunday and Monday to bolster the safety of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol officials already in Minnesota.

Published 11 Jan, 2026 11:31pm

Religious ministry organises second training session for Haj 2026 pilgrims

Training conducted to “provide comprehensive awareness regarding various stages of the pilgrimage, necessary precautionary measures, and the obligatory acts of Haj and Umrah," ministry says.

Published 11 Jan, 2026 11:11pm

India beat New Zealand in first ODI as Kohli misses out on ton

Virat Kohli becomes the second-highest run scorer in international cricket across all formats.

Updated 12 Jan, 2026 02:24am

Sindh

PPP’s Nasir Shah ‘apologises’ to KP CM Afridi for any unpleasant incident during Sindh visit

Disputes Sohail Afridi's claim of police blocking main route back to Karachi from Hyderabad, saying "police protection was with him on safest routes".

Updated 12 Jan, 2026 01:08am

Egyptian teenage sensations Orfi, Zakaria clinch Karachi Open squash titles

Zakaria holds off compatriot Eleinen in a 100-minute match to win his biggest career title yet.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 10:18pm

South Asia

India proposes requiring smartphone makers to share source code with govt in security overhaul

Tech giants like Apple and Samsung have countered that the package of 83 security standards lacks any global precedent.

Published 11 Jan, 2026 07:58pm

Nordics reject Trump’s claim of Chinese and Russian ships around Greenland: report

Trump, without evidence, has repeatedly said Russian and Chinese vessels are operating near Greenland, a claim Denmark disputes.

Published 11 Jan, 2026 06:00pm

Flyovers have not solved Karachi’s traffic problems

Today, conditions at rush hours at various nodes have become much worse than earlier — not only because of an increase of cars.

Published 11 Jan, 2026 04:49pm

Iran’s parliament speaker Qalibaf warns US and Israel of retaliation if Iran is attacked

Iranian President Pezeshkian says Israel and the US were "masterminding destabilisation".

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 10:50pm

US says carried out ‘large-scale’ strikes against IS in Syria

Meanwhile, Syria govt forces detain 300 Kurds, evacuate 400 fighters from Aleppo.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 05:51pm

Smokers’ corner: Releasing the pressure

Mass uprisings have repeatedly failed to dismantle power because the modern state has learned how to absorb dissent and co-opt its language.

Published 11 Jan, 2026 11:33am

The so-called rules-based order is crumbling on the global stage, in the region and within countries

The resultant scenario is scary to say the least.

Published 11 Jan, 2026 11:26am

Bride and groom among 8 dead in explosion at Islamabad house, 12 others injured: officials

Official says incident appears to be a cylinder blast but inquiry ordered to accurately determine the cause.

Updated 12 Jan, 2026 08:55am

Israel’s recognition of ‘Somaliland’ an act of ‘political aggression’, says Dar at OIC moot

Foreign minister says act sets a "perilous precedent, threatening peace and security in the Horn of Africa, the Red Sea region, and beyond”.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 05:20pm

Editorial: Imperative for ICC to make impartial decision instead of forcing Bangladesh to play T20 World Cup in India

India has been intent on throwing its weight around. This time, though, it is getting a taste of its own medicine.

Published 11 Jan, 2026 10:35am

Trump says Iranians ‘looking at freedom, perhaps like never before’, US stands ready to help

US media reports say Washington mulling potential strikes against Iran.

Published 11 Jan, 2026 10:22am

Editorial: Iran unrest — a nation must decide what is best for it by itself

Given the actors involved and the global forces seeking an opening, Pakistan must remain wary of how things unfold in Iran.

Published 11 Jan, 2026 09:45am

TTAP urges protests on election anniversary to ‘oppose fascism, restore Constitution, safeguard country’s sovereignty’

Achakzai calls those violating Constitution "security risk", says Nawaz sidelined for following law.

Published 11 Jan, 2026 09:28am

OIC adopts resolutions condemning Israeli recognition of ‘Somaliland’, actions in Palestine

OIC general says meeting reflects "extent of shared concern" about dangerous developments.

Published 11 Jan, 2026 09:26am

Dollar inflows from exchangers dip by 30pc in 1HFY26

Dollar sales by exchange companies to banks have declined despite rising remittance inflows.

Published 11 Jan, 2026 09:06am

Sindh

CM Afridi briefly addresses crowd near Mazar-i-Quaid; PTI claims hurdles, shelling at workers

Afridi announces KP as next stop of mobilisation campaign; media vehicles vandalised near Gurumandir Chowrangi; Sindh govt had issued NOC for Bagh-i-Jinnah only.

Updated 12 Jan, 2026 01:31am

KP & FATA

PM forms panel to review progress of KP projects

Participants say provincial government has completely failed due to lack of governance.

Published 11 Jan, 2026 07:15am

KP & FATA

Raids, clash in three KP districts leave 12 terrorists dead

Sanitisation operations being conducted to eliminate any remaining terrorists, says ISPR.

Published 11 Jan, 2026 07:14am

KP & FATA

Commissioner orders land acquisition to rebuild major Kohistan road

World Bank has already released Rs500m for the purpose.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 10:56am

KP & FATA

Preparations for Hangu polio drive reviewed

Authorities agree to adopt tailored strategies to guarantee safe and uninterrupted access for vaccination teams.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 10:59am

KP & FATA

Medics demand ban on wheat pills to check deaths by suicide in KP

Growers suggest restrictions on sale to prevent financial losses.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 10:52am

Islamabad

Naeem Gujjar re-elected as Islamabad bar president

Elected office-bearers thank legal fraternity for support, pledge concrete steps for betterment of lawyers.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 10:39am

Islamabad

Project launched for solarisation of schools in Rawalpindi district

Rs0.8 million will be spent on solar panels in each primary and Rs1m in each higher secondary school, says DEA chief.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 10:33am

Punjab

Punjab to roll out mobile water wagons for tourists in Murree

Provincial Minister for Housing Bilal Yasin visits Rawalpindi Ring Road project, inspects work.

Published 11 Jan, 2026 07:02am

Punjab

One killed, three injured as shop roofs collapse after cylinder blast in Lodhran

Inquiry ordered into woman's complaint of negligence by doctor during C-section.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 10:24am

Punjab

Operation launched in Lahore to move cattle outside city limits

DC inspects cleanliness and sewage arrangements in Hussainabad factory.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 10:29am

Punjab

District bars elect officials across Punjab

First woman to head Multan DBA.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 10:19am

Sindh

Irrigation infrastructure must be made climate resilient, says Sindh CM

Reviews progress of Sukkur Barrage gates’ replacement work.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 10:15am

Sindh

Protest held over ‘disappearance’ of labour leader in Karachi

Participants call for Iqbal Abro's release from "illegal custody".

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 10:13am

Sindh

Cold wave forces govt to revise school opening timings in Sindh

School dispersal timings to remain unchanged and follow existing timetable.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 10:10am

International

‘State of disaster’ declared in Australian region as bushfires rage

PM warns of extreme and dangerous weather.

Published 11 Jan, 2026 07:02am

International

Thousands rally in support of Yemen’s separatist group

Armed forces of government say will strike "firmly, decisively" against anyone seeking to tamper with security, disrupt public order.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 09:44am

International

Storms leave 100,000 French homes without power

Black ice could cause "disruption" in Scotland, England, says Met Office.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 09:58am

International

North Korea accuses South of drone incursion

Photos released by state-run KCNA show wreckage of winged craft, components said to include cameras.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 09:52am

Sport

Zakaria, Eleinen deliver stunning upsets to set up title clash

Zakaria says in “disbelief” after his 52-minute victory over the world number four Gawad.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 11:20am

Sport

Holders Palace suffer biggest ever FA Cup shock, City hit 10

Palace boss Oliver Glasner furious at "slapstick" defending by Eagles.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 11:09am

Sport

Sialkot owner eyes PSL crown, top players from Pakistan and Australia

After the addition of two new teams — Hyderabad and Sialkot — the total number of participating teams in the PSL has reached eight.

Published 11 Jan, 2026 07:02am

Business

PSX hits uncharted highs in bullish week on liquidity surge

Index scales fresh highs as easing inflation and policy rate cut hopes fuel local buying.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 09:14am

Business

Pakistan, Indonesia to set up JTC to boost trade

Indonesian vice minister reaffirms commitment to deeper economic ties.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 09:11am

Sindh

Seafood export zone planned at Karachi’s Korangi

Minister announces $80m project to boost value-added exports and blue economy.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 09:03am

KP & FATA

KP sounds alarm as federal transfers fall short in July-December

Warns funding gap could derail IMF-linked Rs157bn budget surplus for FY26, provision of essential services in merged districts.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 08:56am

Balochistan

DC office staffer shot dead in Balochistan’s Kachhi

Officials say deceased sustained multiple bullet wounds; further investigation underway.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 08:42am

Balochistan

ANP plans multiparty moot in support of Grand Alliance

ANP Balochistan president says raids, arrests and inclusion of activist names in Fourth Schedule inappropriate and undemocratic practices.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 08:39am

Balochistan

Gas shortages trigger protests in Quetta amid severe cold

Kalat, Mastung, Ziarat, Pishin, several other areas also facing similar shortages.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 08:35am

National

Rare Buddha relics add to Taxila Museum’s appeal

The artefacts had been kept hidden to prevent theft, but are being showcased under strict security.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 09:21am

National

IAEA project advances tools to measure patients’ radiation exposure

New biodosimetry data may support safer use of medical radiation.

Published 11 Jan, 2026 07:01am

National

Pakistan Medical Association seeks PM’s intervention on FBR raids at clinics

Association claims such measures threaten fabric of healthcare delivery.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 08:19am

National

Supreme Court penalises four registry officers on different charges

Major penalty imposed on account of transparency-related issues.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 08:23am

Back Page

Protests in US intensify over weekend after ICE shooting

Over a thousand demonstrations planned; ‘noise protest’ staged outside Minneapolis hotel; dozens arrested.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 08:14am

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Israel plans to end dependence on US military

Netanyahu says Israel has developed "incredible capacities" and has come of age militarily.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 08:47am

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‘We don’t want to be Americans’, Greenland says after latest Trump threat

US president asserts Russia or China may occupy Greenland if America doesn’t.

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 08:07am

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UNSC calls emergency session on Ukraine tomorrow

After massive Russian strikes on Kyiv, envoy informs council that Moscow hit "appalling new level of war crimes".

Updated 11 Jan, 2026 08:02am

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