News Archives for Latest - 2026-02-01

WB president visits Gurudwara, archeological site in Pakistan; discusses KP’s ecomonic affairs with CM’s adviser

World Bank president offers special prayers, eats at the langar khana at Gurdwara Punja Sahib in Hasanabdal.

Published 01 Feb, 2026 10:31pm

Punjab

Punjab CM Maryam announces Basant holiday in province

"Punjab will enjoy a long weekend with Kashmir Day on February 5, a provincial Basant holiday on the 6th, followed by Saturday and Sunday," she says.

Published 01 Feb, 2026 10:06pm

KP & FATA

At jirga on Tirah issue, KP CM announces another ‘grand jirga’ for consultations on protest march to Islamabad

Afridi tells gathering in Khyber he will meet PM on Monday to “plead the case of KP’s rights and secure our outstanding dues”.

Updated 02 Feb, 2026 07:11am

Branded Content

HELLO CHERY: ‘More Than a Hello, It’s How We Begin’

HELLO CHERY is the beginning of a confident human and recognisable brand connection from the very first interaction.

Published 01 Feb, 2026 08:35pm

‘Situation has become intolerable for Pakistan’: Envoy to UN highlights rise in terror attacks from Afghan soil

Not only have Afghan Taliban failed to prevent these activities, they have "sheltered, actively supported, and collaborated" with terrorists, says envoy Asim Iftikhar Ahmad.

Published 01 Feb, 2026 08:28pm

Cricket

Pakistan to participate in T20 World Cup but will not play against India on Feb 15

ICC says position of "selective participation is difficult to reconcile with the fundamental premise of a global sporting event" and expects PCB to "explore a mutually acceptable resolution".

Updated 02 Feb, 2026 11:12am

Middle East

Trump hopeful of Iran deal after Tehran warns of regional war

“The Americans should know that if they start a war, this time it will be a regional war,” says Iran's supreme leader.

Updated 02 Feb, 2026 12:00am

Middle East

Pakistan, 7 other Muslim nations assert Israel’s ceasefire violations risk undermining efforts for stability in Gaza

Joint statement by foreign ministers of 8 countries notes that repeated ceasefire violations by Israel have resulted in the "killing and injuring of over 1,000 Palestinians".

Published 01 Feb, 2026 04:59pm

Cricket

Nawaz grabs five wickets as Pakistan whitewash Australia in T20 series

Last time Pakistan had clean-swept Australia in a T20 series was in October 2018 in the UAE.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 11:04pm

Islamabad police arrest 54, seize over 21,000 kites and chemical strings in a month

SSP reiterates police's "zero tolerance policy against kite-flying, kite-selling, and use of chemical strings".

Published 01 Feb, 2026 03:11pm

Middle East

Israel to terminate MSF work in Gaza for failing to provide list of Palestinian staff

MSF to cease its operations and depart Gaza Strip by February 28; Israel to partially reopen Gaza’s Rafah crossing today.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 05:16pm

Punjab

4 dead, 28 injured as bus carrying wedding party overturns in Punjab’s Lodhran

Bus collides with an overloaded truck in district's Mandhali Mor area.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 03:47pm

Iran considers EU armies as ‘terrorist groups’ in retaliatory move

Parliament speaker says Europeans "made a decision against the interests of their people by blindly obeying the Americans" after EU lists IRGC as terrorist group.

Published 01 Feb, 2026 12:27pm

Balochistan

‘We will fight this war’: CM Bugti says 145 terrorists killed in 40 hours across Balochistan

Ban on gatherings, face masks across province; defence minister says female attackers involved; US, Iran condemn attacks.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 11:33pm

Trump, Bill Gates, Elon Musk among prominent names featured in fresh Epstein files dump

Musk inquired about "parties planned"; Epstein wrote he "helped Bill Gates obtain drugs, facilitated illicit trysts"; DoJ says papers carry "untrue" claims about Trump.

Published 01 Feb, 2026 11:03am

Trump says India will buy oil from Venezuela, not Iran

“We’ve already made that deal, the concept of the deal,” US president tells reporters, after saying China is also welcome to make a deal for Venezuelan oil.

Published 01 Feb, 2026 10:50am

Punjab

PM Shehbaz inaugurates Punjab Agriculture, Food and Drug Authority

CM Maryam lays foundation stone of a hostel project for women scientists.

Published 01 Feb, 2026 10:04am

Denying Imran’s hospital visit before admitting the truth shows the hybrid set-up in a very poor light

Even a man committed to a fitness programme will show signs of wear and tear after a demanding sporting life.

Published 01 Feb, 2026 09:25am

It remains to be seen how far Pakistan can maintain its relevance in a post-Trump scenario

By aligning itself closely with a Trump-endorsed defence equation, it has risked the balance in its relationship with China.

Published 01 Feb, 2026 09:04am

Editorial: Recent attacks in Balochistan reinforce the fact that state must confront terrorist violence firmly

Until Balochistan’s natural wealth reaches its people, hostile actors will continue to exploit the situation.

Published 01 Feb, 2026 08:49am

Punjab

Biometric verification enforced for matric, inter exams in Punjab

Introduction of digital technologies, overhaul of practical examination system, grading process also proposed for exams.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 10:00am

Balochistan

BNP-M chief sounds alarm after spate of attacks in Balochistan

Akhtar Mengal says he has "never seen such a dangerous situation".

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 09:19am

Punjab

Pakpattan ATC gives bail to 49 TLP activists

Police had booked 58 TLP office-bearers and workers for staging a violent protest on October 13.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 10:32am

Business

FBR’s tax collection rises 16pc in January

Performance signals hopeful trajectory for FY26 despite missed target.

Published 01 Feb, 2026 07:23am

Business

Gold sheds Rs61,050 per tola in two days

Silver also extends losses as prices fall to Rs9,006 per tola.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 09:35am

Business

FPCCI chief raises alarm over abrupt super tax recovery

FPCCI’s stance reflects a broader call for balanced fiscal policies that promote long-term stability.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 09:38am

Business

World Bank to lend $379m for power transmission overhaul

Loan aims to boost grid stability, enhance renewable energy deployment and address transmission bottlenecks.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 09:41am

Business

Govt committed to reviving industry, says Haroon Akhtar

SAPM says the prime minister views industrialists and traders across the country equally and is keen on providing employment opportunities in all regions.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 09:43am

Business

China factory activity loses steam

Official data shows missing forecasts after a brief rise into positive territory at the end of last year.

Published 01 Feb, 2026 07:19am

Business

Equities end January on cautious note amid economic worries

Policy rate pause, weak results and geopolitics dent sentiment.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 09:49am

KP & FATA

35,500 vaccination teams formed as year’s first polio drive to begin tomorrow in KP

Officials say law and order situation, harsh weather major challenges in areas with high polio incidence.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 10:20am

KP & FATA

Militant hideouts destroyed in Bannu operation

DPO says man killed in a police operation as he attempted to flee the area wearing a burqa.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 10:28am

KP & FATA

CM Afridi vows to continue struggle for Imran’s release

Blasts Centre for keeping nation in the dark about "poor" health of incarcerated PTI founder.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 10:24am

Islamabad

Overseas ministry asked to inform Pakistanis visiting abroad about foreign countries’ rules

NA committee examines challenges faced by Pakistani workers abroad and measures required to improve facilitation, awareness.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 10:46am

Islamabad

Majority of Islamabad buildings do not have fire safety certificates: CDA

Total of 6,500 buildings, including 300 govt buildings, surveyed.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 10:39am

Islamabad

Wasa seeks Rs810m to supply free water to underserved areas via tankers

Rawalpindi has an estimated water demand of 71 million gallons per day against available supply of 51 MGD.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 10:53am

Sindh

Early exposure to mobile phones harms children’s mental development: experts

Two-day national conference on paediatrics opens in Karachi.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 09:41am

Sindh

Sindh govt launches two-day Mohenjo-Daro Train Safari

The per-head cost of the two-day package is Rs25,000, which includes meals, accommodation and a guided tour.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 09:38am

Sindh

Interior minister Naqvi resolves case of woman still alive but declared dead by Nadra

His surprise visit to DHA Nadra centre exposes irregularities; takes notice of delays, long queues.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 09:47am

Sindh

Jaffar Express again halted at Jacobabad after security alert

The train is often halted at Jacobabad station before it is allowed to move into Balochistan.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 09:56am

International

Thousands rally in Minneapolis as immigration anger boils

Minneapolis has become the epicenter of the immigration policy backlash after two protesters, both US citizens, were shot dead by federal agents this month.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 09:59am

International

Modi’s ally proposes social media ban for India’s teens

“Not only are our children becoming addicted to social media, but India is also one of the world’s largest producers of data for foreign platforms,” lawmaker says.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 09:55am

International

Thousands join Danish march to condemn Trump ‘insult’

Donald Trump’s comments downplayed the role of non-US Nato troops in Afghanistan.

Published 01 Feb, 2026 06:59am

Sport

Asif off to dominant start at Asian Snooker Championships

Reigning national champion, seeking continental glory, wasted little time asserting his dominance.

Published 01 Feb, 2026 06:59am

Cricket

Kishan smashes 10 sixes as India crush NZ

Kishan clobbers 10 sixes in an incendiary 103 off 43 balls to anchor India’s imposing 271-5 at the Greenfield International Stadium.

Published 01 Feb, 2026 06:59am

National

GB winter adventure tourism hit by soaring permit fee, visa delays

No permit issued to foreign trekking, expedition group in winters since 2023; officials count climate-related disasters among factors affecting tourism industry.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 08:32am

Balochistan

Super tax threatens businesses, warns Quetta chamber

Quetta Chamber of Commerce and Industry (QCCI), Balochistan, expresses serious concern over the government’s move to recover the super tax.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 08:25am

National

Three die as vehicle skids off snowy road in Shigar

Victims were revenue department employees and residents of Shigar; heavy snowfall has made roads across GB slippery and hazardous.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 08:20am

National

Only registered parties to contest AJK polls, EC tells political groups

AJK EC warns parties with incomplete registration that they would neither enjoy statutory privileges nor be allowed to contest polls on allocated electoral symbol.

Updated 01 Feb, 2026 08:17am

National