News Archives for Latest - 2026-01-31

Cricket

Wily Abrar revels in taking risks as Pakistan seal Australia series

He has proven to be a reliable performer for Pakistan and captains across formats have turned to him when in need of crucial wickets.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 08:40pm

National Dialogue Committee voices concern over Imran’s health

"The ruling coalition should stop politicising the health of political opponents,” group set up by ex-PTI leaders says; demands PTI founder be allowed meeting with personal physician.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 08:31pm

AJK President Sultan Mehmood Chaudhry passes away at 71

Funeral prayers to be held tomorrow afternoon in his native village; President Zardari calls Chaudhry's national and political services "invaluable".

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 12:04am

France tightens infant formula rules after toxin scare

The infant formula industry has been rocked by several firms recalling batches that could be contaminated with cereulide, which can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 06:29pm

Karachi Literature Festival to be held from Feb 6 to 8

The 17th edition of the festival will explore the theme Literature in a Fragile World.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 06:09pm

No one allowed to malign country’s name while travelling abroad, Naqvi says during visit to Karachi airport

Passengers with unverified and illegal documents will not be allowed to travel abroad, he says.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 05:46pm

Information Minister Sharjeel Memon says Sindh govt looking to finance projects by young filmmakers

He said Pakistan needs more filmmakers while attending a screening at the Karachi Film School.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 05:28pm

Middle East

One person killed, 14 hurt in blast in Iranian port of Bandar Abbas: local media

Explosion caused by gas leak, says local fire chief; separate explosion reported in city of Ahvaz, near Iraqi border.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 09:09pm

South Asia

Water becomes latest luxury symbol for India’s elite

Premium Indian mineral water costs $1 for a one-litre bottle, while imported brands can cost 15 times the price of the country’s lowest-priced bottled water.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 05:15pm

Tennis

Ice-cool Rybakina beats Sabalenka in tense Australian Open final

Elena Rybakina's payback after the Belarusian Sabalenka won the 2023 final between two of the hardest hitters in women’s tennis.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 05:59pm

Sindh

PPP worker shot dead in Karachi: police

According to police, the victim was receiving medical aid at a clinic when unidentified assailants opened fire.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 04:52pm

Middle East

Iran army chief warns US, Israel against attack; says forces on high alert

Insists Iran's nuclear expertise “cannot be eliminated, even if scientists and sons of this nation are martyred”.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 04:51pm

Review: The ‘Kamyarverse’ unites unhinged characters to spread horror in Meri Zindagi Hai Tu

Everyone's life revolves around one character in this drama — Bilal Abbas Khan's Kamyar.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 05:21pm

Cricket

Pakistan overpower Australia to clinch T201 series

“Pakistan outplayed us,” says Australian captain Mitchell Marsh; PM Shehbaz congratulates team on “phenomenal performance”.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 10:23pm

Cricket

Injured Cummins out of T20 World Cup, Dwarshuis in Australia squad

Matt Renshaw replaces fellow batter Matthew Short but veteran Steve Smith remains out of World Cup squad.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 02:30pm

US govt shuts down but quick resolution expected

President Trump wants to avoid a prolonged shutdown after a record-length stoppage last fall disrupted federal services for more than a month.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 01:50pm

More than 200 killed in coltan mine collapse in east Congo, official says

Precise toll still unclear; about 20 injured being treated in health facilities, says rebel-appointed governor's spokesperson.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 12:50pm

Balochistan

Naqvi holds India responsible for spate of attacks in Balochistan; ISPR says 92 terrorists killed

"I can tell you for sure that India planned these attacks along with these terrorists,” Naqvi says; ISPR says 18 civilians, 15 security personnel martyred.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 09:18am

Review: Netflix’s The Rip mostly rips — until it tears at the seams

Joe Carnahan’s heist thriller delivers tension, twists and one very filmi flourish too many.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 12:36pm

Ali Samejo’s latest detective novel, The Special, holds a dark mirror to society

The author said the book was unsettling by design and that he received input from members of the police's crime branch.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 12:27pm

Punjab

Lahore manhole deaths: Court approves 4-day physical remand of suspects

Judicial Magistrate Shafqat Abbas delivers reserved verdict; defence counsel informs court that Rs10 million had been paid to the aggrieved family.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 03:03pm

United States approves major arms deals to Saudi Arabia, Israel

State Department said it green-lighted sale of 30 Apache attack helicopters to Israel, missiles for Saudi Arabia.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 11:17am

Imran’s procedure completed ‘smoothly’, vitals remained ‘stable’: Pims executive director

Head of hospital said Imran complained of “reduced vision in his right eye”, and an ophthalmologist conducted a “complete” eye assessment at Adiala Jail.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 01:34pm

How to address the government’s addiction to borrowing

There are certain similarities between a drug addict and a person addicted to borrowing.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 09:39am

A rare opportunity is at hand to appoint a new CEC with consensus

One hopes that the PM and opposition leader strive for a consensus on the next CEC.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 09:27am

Editorial: Pakistan has displayed moral clarity by opposing foreign intervention against Iran

America's presumption of a short, clean campaign is erroneous; any war will be bloody and incredibly destructive for the global economy.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 09:16am

Punjab

Ruling party lawmakers ‘have no say in Punjab postings’, says Azma Bokhari

Minister Azma Bokhari claims ‘Sifarish culture’ dismantled from province, merit system enforced.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 08:20am

KP & FATA

Displaced persons from Tirah protest delay in payment of transport fare

Pelt stones at gates of Alamgudar registration centre.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 11:02am

KP & FATA

Pakistan-China friendship growing stronger: CM aide

Muzammil Aslam pays tribute to organisers of China Window for event celebrating 75th anniversary of Pak-China ties.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 05:40am

KP & FATA

ANP for opening Pak-Afghan trade routes, resolution of issues through talks

Party leader Iftikhar says internal, foreign policies require review.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 05:40am

Islamabad

NA committee flags 300,000 HIV cases

Ministry cites stigma, lack of awareness and unsafe medical practices as major contributors to the spread.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 05:40am

Islamabad

Rawalpindi Division lacks data on uncovered manholes

Wasa officials say most manholes covered, agency has procured manhole covers.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 05:40am

Islamabad

Parliamentary panel voices concern over tree felling in Islamabad

Standing committee questions lack of coordination, seeks data and studies from CDA.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 10:43am

Punjab

Gujranwala MC chief officer arrested on graft charges

Hafizabad DC Umar Farooq is complainant in the case lodged with Gujranwala ACE headquarters.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 05:40am

Punjab

Azma tenders apology to victims’ family on behalf of Punjab govt

Acknowledges video initially shared based on incorrect information provided by the relevant departments, which led to confusion.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 10:28am

Punjab

CEOs of Data Darbar project contracting company taken into custody

Both victims laid to rest in Jhang; woman’s husband details police torture; SP, DSP, SHO held responsible for misconduct.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 10:24am

Sindh

Opposition to move no-trust motion against Karachi mayor over Gul Plaza fire

City Council's opposition leader Advocate Saifuddin claims several groups assured their support for VONC against Murtaza Wahab.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 10:34am

Sindh

Rs820m fine imposed on over 55,000 ‘unfit’ vehicles, Sindh Assembly told

System to issue vehicles’ fitness certificates fully computerised, Sharjeel tells house.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 10:39am

Sindh

Karachi Traffic DIG Peer Muhammad Shah sent packing

Informed sources says IG Javed Odho had sought an explanation from him regarding allegations of “misuse of authority” in a case last year.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 10:46am

Sindh

Karachi Mayor Wahab orders KMC affairs probe after graft allegations surface

Asks municipal commissioner to submit report within three days on tendering, bidding, procurement processes.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 10:53am

International

US changes leadership of Gaza mission amid uncertainty over role

Pentagon does not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 09:51am

International

Kremlin heeds Trump’s plea to halt strikes on Ukraine’s capital

This week, Ukraine has not reported the usual large-scale barrage of drones and missiles that Russia has launched at Kyiv throughout the war.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 10:11am

International

South Africa, Israel expel envoys in deepening feud

South Africa is sharply critical of Israel and largely supportive of the Palestinian cause.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 10:05am

Cricket

PCB’s Future Stars Talent Hunt programme to start on Feb 11

Programme will run across 15 cities from Feb 11 to May 1 this year to select around 350 players.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 11:44am

Football

Lyon top Europa League standings, Roma reach last eight

Aston Villa, who sit third in the Premier League, will get a welcome break before the last 16.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 05:35am

Cricket

Afghanistan, England cruise into U-19 World Cup semis

Record-breaking 163 by Faisal Khan powers Afghanistan to a massive 191-run win over Ireland in Harare.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 11:42am

Business

Weekly inflation rises 4.5pc

SPI-based inflation declines by 0.03pc from previous week after upward trend for past 26 weeks.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 05:35am

Business

Govt to hire experts to fast-track privatisation

Senate standing committee chairman appreciates commission's performance.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 09:01am

Business

Industrialists, exporters welcome relief package

OICCI urges FBR to allow time, adjust super tax demands against refunds.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 08:56am

Business

Aurangzeb pushes SECP for faster market reforms

Stresses need to align priorities to deepen capital markets, diversify financing sources and strengthen investor confidence.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 08:51am

Business

Local gold plunges by Rs35,500 per tola

Spot gold and silver record worst single-day drop of 8.9pc and 21.92pc to $4,915.17 and $90.66 an ounce.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 07:30am

Business

Cuts in solar power benefits on the cards

Public hearing set for Feb 6 to discuss slashing incentives for solar net-metering users.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 08:46am

Balochistan

Nokundi elders seek dissolution of Reko Diq body

Demand reconstitution of committee, claim existing one is non-representative and has lost public trust.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 08:25am

Balochistan

Gas leakage claims four lives in Quetta

Doctors confirm cause of death was gas suffocation.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 05:35am

Balochistan

Quetta girl wins global science medal

Represents Pakistan at 7th Copernicus Natural Science Olympiad Global Final in USA.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 05:35am

National

PTI founder wants IHC cases consolidated

In letter to chief justice, lawyer requests urgent hearing on £190m, Toshakhana cases.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 08:05am

National

SC judges stress reforms in district judiciary

Justice Afghan urges judges to write verdicts based on facts, law and principles.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 03:42pm

Back Page

Red Cross urges world to alleviate ‘dire’ Gaza suffering

Israeli kills three more Palestinians in Gaza.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 07:58am

Sindh

SC unhappy with archaic police terms in Sindh

Holds that "Bakhidmat Janaab SHO" has no legal status; "Faryaadi" and "Muddai" should be discontinued as they reflect colonial mindset.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 07:52am

Back Page

Starmer rejects Trump warning to pursue closer ties with Beijing

Insists ignoring world’s second-largest economy would be "foolhardy".

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 07:47am

KP & FATA

Centre, KP government deny permitting Tirah operation

PHC urged to declare military operation, its order "unconstitutional".

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 07:42am

Middle East

Iran rules out defence curbs amid mediation push

Erdogan offers to help ease Tehran-Washington tensions.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 07:36am

Schitt’s Creek and Home Alone star Catherine O’Hara passes away at 71

The two-time Emmy winner died at her home in Los Angeles after a brief illness.

Published 31 Jan, 2026 12:04am

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