News Archives for Latest - 2026-04-04

Middle East

UAE condemns ‘acts of vandalism’ at its embassy in Damascus

Calls on Syria to uphold its obligations to secure the embassy and its staff, investigate the incident and hold the perpetrators to account.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 11:05pm

Punjab

PM says disbursement of funds for public transport, freight operators has begun through digital wallets

“We will not abandon our people during difficult times," he says.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 10:40pm

Sindh

Bilawal stresses political unity amid economic crisis triggered by US-Israeli war on Iran

Appreciates Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi for constructively participating in consultations held with the president and the prime minister.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 09:44pm

Middle East

US arrests relatives of top Iranian commander assassinated in 2020 strike on Baghdad

According to the US State Dept, the niece and grandniece of Iranian general Qassem Soleimani were arrested after their lawful permanent resident status was terminated.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 09:10pm

ICT

FO rejects ‘misleading, unfounded’ commentary regarding financial deposits from UAE

“This is a routine financial transaction, and any attempt to portray it otherwise is erroneous and misleading,” FO spokesperson says.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 08:49pm

Virginia Giuffre’s family urges King Charles to meet Epstein survivors during US visit

Charles and his wife, Queen Camilla, are due to visit the United States from April 27 to 30 on a trip timed to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 08:21pm

Planning minister advocates for revising market timings to rein in oil import bill

Ahsan Iqbal urges public to carpool, save electricity in daily usage; info minister says "situation is not one of our doing".

Published 04 Apr, 2026 08:04pm

Balochistan

PMD forecasts countrywide spell of heavy rains from April 5-9

Warns of landslides in vulnerable areas of upper KP, GB and AJK during the period, as well as flash floods in Balochistan, Kashmir.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 08:15pm

Branded Content

Mercantile launches MacBook Neo in Pakistan at an amazing price

Mercantile has introduced the much-anticipated MacBook Neo, making the Apple ecosystem more accessible than ever before.

Updated 06 Apr, 2026 12:50pm

‘Like falling out of the sky’: Canadian astronaut describes ‘phenomenal’ Artemis journey

Jeremy Hansen, a 50-year-old former fighter pilot on his maiden voyage into space, says he saw “some extraordinary things” during the first hours aboard the Orion.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 05:21pm

Shahid Khaqan urges govt to deregulate fuel prices, promote electric vehicles

Awaam Pakistan chief says it is govt's responsibility to counter hoarding; claims "five different policies” adopted over past month to determine oil prices.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 06:31pm

Khawaja Asif warns India against conducting ‘false-flag operation’

Defence minister expresses hope that Islamabad’s efforts for peace in the Middle East will succeed.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 04:39pm

The new poster for Khan Tumhara shows Bilal Ashraf holding a gun in one hand and Maya Ali in the other

The film is set to hit theatres on Eidul Azha.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 03:53pm

Pakistan Navy inducts second Milgem-class corvette into fleet

Naval chief says force being equipped with “state-of-the-art” platforms and niche technologies, enabling it to target “naval assets of the adversary”.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 05:27pm

President, PM pay tribute to Zulfikar Ali Bhutto on 47th death anniversary

Bilawal says Bhutto's death awakened a nation's conscience.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 03:14pm

Mark of K-pop band NCT to leave group and SM

The Korean-Canadian had debuted with NCT in 2016 and reportedly signed a 10-year contract.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 02:50pm

PPP demands election schedule for Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly amid months-long delay in polls

No timeline for local government polls after 20-year gap; politicians fear postponement until June may effectively delay them to September or October.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 02:56pm

Noor Mukadam case: SC fixes hearing of Zahir Jaffer’s review plea for April 8

Hearing set to review the death penalty verdict previously upheld by the apex court.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 01:53pm

Top Featured

Rs20 million fine for a deleted tweet: The cost of irreverence?

Most are looking at the fiasco through the lens of Naseem Shah, the cricketer, but what about Shah, a citizen of Pakistan?

Published 04 Apr, 2026 01:48pm

Sajal Ali wants us to keep delivery riders and taxi drivers in mind amid a surge in fuel prices

The actor urged everyone to tip generously in tough times.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 01:33pm

Saba Khan explores human and environmental legacies of the Mangla Dam in exhibition Riverless Water

Her show at the Midlands Art Centre in Birmingham runs till April 6

Published 04 Apr, 2026 01:17pm

‘Jhol’ singer Annural Khalid ties the knot

Pictures from her nikah showed the bride brimming with joy.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 12:10pm

58 tortillas, five hot sauces and one toilet: life aboard spacecraft Orion

While the mission demands extreme precision, there is still room for childlike levity.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 11:46am

Iran, US race to find crew member of crashed American fighter jet

Strikes by all sides have increasingly targeted economic and industrial sites.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 02:38pm

Hide, find water: Ex-airmen detail how to survive being shot down

Parachuting to the ground risks foot, ankle, and leg injuries, the former airman explained.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 10:13am

Why AI predictions regarding the US-Iran war have been disproven

The appeal of AI systems is that they are able to echo preferences in precise language backed by evidence.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 09:43am

The political vs legal neutrality of the Gulf states in the Middle East crisis

International humanitarian law prohibits attacks against civilians under any circumstances.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 09:35am

Shooting down of US jets marks a potential turning point in the war

Tehran’s air defence systems have now proven capable of threatening even advanced US aircraft operating deep within Iranian territory.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 12:23pm

Editorial: Pakistan’s inability to sustain fuel subsidies underscores a deeper policy failure

While the decision is fiscally justified, its consequences for the public will be immediate and severe.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 09:18am

US posts strong job growth in March

US economy gains 178,000 jobs in March, after losing 133,000 in February.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 08:41am

Weekly inflation surges 9.12pc YoY due to hike in petroleum product prices

FAO index up 2.4pc in March, driven by energy costs.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 08:34am

Centre pushes energy savings measures to reduce potential rise in power tariffs

Awais Leghari says power package saves Rs20bn to industry, agriculture consumers in Q1.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 08:15am

KP & FATA

Training on wildlife poaching held in Chitral

Snow Leopard Foundation manager says that the group of 12 rangers from the Chitral Wildlife Department will be provided practical guidance on modern investigative methods.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 09:31am

KP & FATA

Massive 20 to 65pc increase in passenger, freight charges in KP

Stakeholders term hike in petroleum prices as anti-people.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 09:24am

KP & FATA

Two women killed in Dera Ismail Khan incidents

The complainant alleges that his brother-in-law Gul Zaman may have killed his wife, claiming that he had made threats against him and his sister.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 05:54am

KP & FATA

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to formulate own crisis management policy

Afridi promises measures to mitigate effects of rising inflation,

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 09:19am

KP & FATA

Illegal structures removed in DI Khan

Following identification of illegal structures, some shopkeepers and residents voluntarily removed encroachments, while others were cleared by the administration.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 05:54am

ICT

Strict curbs ordered on sale, distribution of medicines in Muzaffarabad

It was decided that the sale of medicines with less than six months to expiry would be prohibited, while expired medicines will be promptly removed and disposed of.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 05:54am

ICT

Rs3.97bn project launched to preserve Taxila’s cultural heritage

The project is slated to be completed by 2028.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 05:54am

ICT

Regional Transport Authority increases fare by up to 37pc in Rawalpindi

The decision was made after considering fuel costs, operating expenses, occupancy factors and public convenience.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 08:32am

ICT

Fuel price hike sparks public outcry in Rawalpindi, Islamabad

Citizens, traders demand rollback as transport costs surge; government announces free public transport for a month.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 05:54am

Punjab

Three suspended for aiding cheating during matric exams in Punjab

In the CCTV footage received by the board officials, a student was seen asking another candidate sitting behind him to write the answer.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 09:07am

Punjab

Stakeholders concerned at new sugar mills in cotton belt

Seek implementation of crop zoning laws.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 09:04am

Punjab

Protesters demand THQ hospital for Jalalpur Jattan

The participants were carrying banners and placards inscribed with their demands.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 05:54am

Punjab

Rain, hailstorm damage mature wheat crop across Punjab

Forecast for more rain in parts of Punjab.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 05:54am

Sindh

Police teams deployed at pumps as people take to the streets in Sindh

Jamaat-I-Islami organised demonstrations in all district headquarters including Sukkur, Larkana, Hyderabad, Mirpurkhas, Kandhkot, Jacobabad, Shikarpur and Thatta.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 08:55am

Sindh

Zulfikar Ali Bhutto’s visionary leadership praised

CM Murad says his vision of strategic autonomy and public empowerment remains guiding force for Pakistan; Arts Council holds seminar on eve of Bhutto’s 47th death anniversary.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 05:54am

Sindh

Matric exam centres declared restricted areas for public in Karachi

The Board of Secondary Education Karachi will conduct SSC annual examination from April 7 to May 2.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 08:51am

Sindh

Three men ‘linked to Lyari gangs’ acquitted in explosives case

During a search, the police claimed to have recovered hand grenades from their possession.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 08:46am

Sindh

Karachi, other Sindh cities set new weather records for April

City breaks 41-year-old rain record with 38.7mm downpour in 24 hours.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 05:54am

International

Scientists find evidence for theorised gargantuan star explosions

Some supernovas involving the largest stars in the cosmos may be so immensely powerful they leave absolutely nothing behind.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 09:02am

International

10 killed as Russia launches daytime attacks on Ukraine

Barrage prompts emergency power outages in several regions.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 08:57am

International

Cuba begins prisoner release after mass pardon

Move comes days after US President Donald Trump eased de facto oil blockade of Cuba.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 05:54am

Sport

Pogacar welcomes Evenepoel challenge in Flanders

The 27-year-old Slovenian will start Sunday’s race as the hot favourite, but Evenepoel’s surprise participation has ramped up expectations for year’s second of five Monuments.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 05:54am

Cricket

Mohammad Naeem, Parvez Hossain Emon star as Qalandars thrash Sultans in rain-hit PSL encounter

The pair added 86 runs for the first wicket in just 5.1 overs, an extraordinary opening stand that left Multan reeling.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 09:36am

Football

City host Liverpool, Arsenal chase treble in FA Cup quarter-finals

The Reds have to get past City without injured goalkeeper Alisson Becker who will miss the Saturday’s clash and both legs of the Champions League tie with Paris St-Germain.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 09:40am

Business

Govt faces ADB loan deadline crunch

Fate of $360m Carec project hangs on PM’s nod.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 08:28am

Business

Fuel shock threatens industrial activity

Business community demands temporary suspension of petroleum levy.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 08:03am

National

Gilgit-Baltistan committee urges unified media strategy to fight extremism

Officials say strong national narrative is as critical as security measures; special sub-panel to monitor media, prevent propaganda.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 08:14am

ICT

CJP Afridi stresses integrity, impartiality for judges

Urges senior judges to ensure justice is fair, expeditious and by the law.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 05:53am

Balochistan

Balochistan rains and floods death toll hits nine

Homes damaged, crops destroyed as heavy downpours continue across many districts.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 08:19am

National

Petrol, diesel price surge sparks calls for drive to oust govt

PTI calls for a "mass revolution"to oust a govt it says stole election; JI announces nationwide agitation, threatens strikes, sit-ins.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 08:10am

Balochistan

FIA intensifies crackdown on illegal fuel trade in Quetta

The FIA made it clear that the black marketing of petroleum products “will not be tolerated under any circumstances”.

Published 04 Apr, 2026 05:53am

Punjab

Transporters raise fares by 30pc as ‘subsidy falls short’

Prices of vegetables, fruits, construction materials, essential commodities also surge.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 07:37am

Back Page

Putin, Erdogan call for immediate ceasefire in Middle East war

Leaders warn of "serious" global consequences for energy, trade, logistics.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 07:44am

Back Page

UNSC divided as Gulf pushes to reopen Hormuz

Vote on Bahrain-led, US-backed resolution postponed twice.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 07:49am

Punjab

Sharp hike in fuel prices challenged in Lahore High court

Case likely to be taken up next week; Sindh lawyers object to raise, ask govt to review decision.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 07:53am

Back Page

Four ships cross Hormuz as Iran says it is drafting protocol

The few vessels that have crossed the chokepoint have passed using an Iranian-approved route through its waters near Larak Island.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 07:56am

Front Page

Petrol price drops to Rs378 as PM cuts levy amid backlash

PM Shehbaz declares all cabinet members will forgo salaries for six months; Sindh, Punjab roll out targeted relief.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 07:32am

Pakistan to return $3.5bn UAE debt before month end: official

These funds are part of external financing support extended by the UAE in 2019 to help stabilise Pakistan’s balance of payments and have been rolled over multiple times.

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 11:47am

Middle East

‘Silence’ stonewalls Pakistan-led US-Iran talks initiative

Iranian official says "immediate focus is on war, not negotiations" amid deployment of US specialised military hardware and personnel in the region and "deep mistrust".

Updated 04 Apr, 2026 02:54am

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