News Archives for Latest - 2026-06-13

US-Venezuela joint operation kills leader of Tren de Aragua gang

“The death of Nino Guerrero sends a clear message to Latin America. There is no refuge for narco-terrorists in our hemisphere,” says aide to Pentagon chief.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 11:21pm

Trump's name removed from Washington arts center

The Kennedy Center dropped Trump's name from the website of the institution earlier this week.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 10:06pm

Punjab

NCCIA prioritises cases of blackmail, harassment of women; arrests 10 in Punjab

Suspects were arrested in separate operations carried out in Lahore, Multan, and Faisalabad for allegedly harassing women online.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 09:33pm

Sindh

Police in Larkana stop forced child marriage of two teenagers

NGO alerts police; groom and his family flee on law enforcers’ arrival.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 09:04pm

SJC allows judges to attend political, diplomatic functions with prior approval

SJC meeting presided over by CJP, chief justice FCC in attendance as well as the chief justices of Lahore and Peshawar high courts.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 07:48pm

Motels, marshland and luxury rates: Welcome to the World Cup in New Jersey

It was the latest indication that the expected rush of soccer fans to host cities in the United States has yet to fully materialise.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 06:48pm

US Justice Department clears landmark $110bn Paramount, Warner Bros merger

Authorities said they believe the move would promote competition.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 06:19pm

Sindh

CTD claims arrest of suspect supplying drone technology to TTP in Karachi

The suspect admitted that the equipment and electronic components were intended for use in the preparation of IEDs, suicide jackets and drone-based attacks, the official says.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 05:49pm

LAAM Fashion Week issues call for designers for its second edition

The event will return for its second run this October.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 05:43pm

Five dead after Indian Air Force transport plane crashes in remote northeast

The Russian-made Antonov An-32 was on a 'routine sortie' when it crashed as it came in to land

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 09:52pm

Pakistanis are really happy the govt plans to remove taxes on sanitary pads and contraceptives

The move was announced on Friday as part of the federal budget for FY 2026-27.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 02:41pm

Finance minister terms proposed FY27 budget as 'significant progress' in path to economic growth

Aurangzeb elaborates on the steps proposed to encourage businesses and exports, widen taxation.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 08:37pm

KP & FATA

Alleged militant commander killed in Bannu; attempt to destroy link bridge foiled

Separately, 2 bodies recovered after reported abduction; local sources say blast caused partial damage to the bridge;

Published 13 Jun, 2026 12:22pm

'Barbaric, inhumane, heinous nonsense': Ariana Grande bashes Trump administration for using her music

Her song 'Bye' was used in a video from the White House highlighting immigration policy.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 12:08pm

Asim Azhar apologises to fans after comment praising Rajab Butt makes rounds on social media

The singer said his appreciation of a fellow artist did not mean they shared the same values.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 12:02pm

Football

Guler leads Turkiye back to World Cup promised land in Australia opener

Despite strong showings in the European Championship in recent years, Turkiye have not played at a World Cup since making the semi-finals in 2002.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 11:30am

Football

Bruised Brazil face Morocco in World Cup heavyweight opener

Brazil has endured three turbulent years, four managers and a series of disappointments.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 11:26am

Football

US thrash Paraguay in LA to launch home FIFA World Cup in style

Folarin Balogun becomes the first US player to score twice in a World Cup game since the 1930 tournament.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 11:17am

Govt shifts focus to tax enforcement in budget FY27

Plans raising Rs500bn through administrative steps, Rs150bn from new measures.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 10:21am

Govt eyes $42.4bn in remittances in FY27

Projects higher current account deficit at $3.6bn for next fiscal year.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 10:09am

Subsidies cut by 8pc to Rs1.09tr for upcoming fiscal year

New housing scheme gets Rs71bn.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 10:03am

Business leaders see no vision for manufacturing, export sectors in budget FY27

Trade associations see relief "selective" as costly energy to continue hindering economic growth.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 09:56am

Young Doctors Association refuses negotiations with Balochistan health authorities, to continue strike

YDA leader highlights recent case of acid attack on Dr Mahnoor Nasir.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 10:08am

Govt balances relief and IMF diktat in FY27 budget

Budget keeps lender’s targets intact on revenue, deficit, primary surplus; salaries, pensions to rise 7pc; minimum wage proposed at Rs40,700.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 09:32am

Rs5.29bn set aside in budget FY27 for training of 120,000 youth in IT, digital skills

Finance minister says PM Shehbaz has resolved that every Pakistani youth should have access to modern skills and training in various trades.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 10:18am

Why there’s no legal parallel between Pakistan’s strikes in Afghanistan and India’s aggression

When, despite its peace efforts, Pakistan sees hundreds of terrorist attacks in the past one year — how long can it afford to wait for a diplomatic solution?

Published 13 Jun, 2026 09:09am

Budget presentation overshadowed by PPP, PTI protests

PPP slams "unreasonable attitude" of ally PML-N; PTI protests for Imran, against taxes; MQM-P delegation meets Shehbaz.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 09:03am

Editorial: The govt seems ready to transition from stabilisation to growth, but is the path chosen sustainable?

The full story, with its difficult second act of energy reform, regulatory overhaul and productivity investment, is yet to be written.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 09:20am

For a govt that spent its first 2 years ‘firefighting’, this is the first budget that makes political choices

This is a better budget than Pakistan has produced in years: relief is well-targeted and IMF discipline is maintained. But it is not transformative.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 08:45am

CPEC 2.0 only new project in Rs3.6tr development kitty

Govt announces Rs1tr for Public Sector Development Programme, Rs2.2tr for provincial programmes, and Rs450bn for state-owned enterprises.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 07:55am

Defence gets Rs3tr in FY27 budget amid security concerns

Increase comes amid tensions with India and Afghan border concerns.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 09:00am

KP & FATA

Peshawar High Court seeks govt response to plea against teachers’ appointment to admin posts

Gives higher education secy, VCs one month to submit comments on lawyer’s petition.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 11:15am

KP & FATA

Jirga vows to help ensure lasting peace in North Waziristan

Elders demand educational, economic opportunities for youth.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 11:08am

KP & FATA

Doctors threaten protest if salaries not enhanced in Peshawar

“We demand that the provincial government and the health minister ensure full implementation of the proposal in the budget. Otherwise, we will be left with no option but to protest,” says Young Doctors Association president.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 11:19am

KP & FATA

Four killed, 23 injured in Bannu rainstorm

The district administration has urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel during severe weather conditions.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 05:23am

KP & FATA

Eight-year-old girl among two killed in Lakki suicide blast

A police official says armed villagers killed the suicide bomber before he could reach the mosque and target worshippers with his explosive-laden motorcycle.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 11:12am

ICT

Federal Constitutional Court allocated Rs6bn, Supreme Court gets Rs7.44bn

An amount of Rs1.24 billion has been allocated for repair and maintenance of FCC which does not have its own building.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 05:23am

ICT

Budget 2026-27: Govt institutionalises budget for disaster management

Initiative helps identify, classify and track disaster-related expenditures.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 11:23am

ICT

Every fourth household employs child as domestic worker in Islamabad: Sparc

Sparc executive director stresses the need for a collective red card against child labour.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 11:14am

ICT

Protesting govt employees in Islamabad term 7pc pay increase a pittance

Demand merger of all ad hoc relief allowances into basic pay, revision of pay scales, 50pc salary increase for employees getting less than 50,000 per month.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 11:20am

ICT

Budget 2026-27: HEC’s recurring grant kept unchanged despite demand for significant increase

Education ministry gets Rs36.3bn with Rs21bn for construction of Daanish schools.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 11:11am

Punjab

Wapda chairman calls for strict adherence to treaties of shared water resources

Affirms Pakistan is committed to expanding its water and energy infrastructure to support sustainable economic growth.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 09:41am

Punjab

Experts fear suspension of funding for multiple sclerosis in upcoming Punjab budget

Punjab Health Initiative Management Company official denies suspension of MS treatment.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 09:42am

Punjab

Indus dolphin sanctuary to be set up at Panjnad

Initiative will ensure the protection of the endangered Indus dolphin, along with other wildlife species in the area.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 09:39am

Punjab

Sahiwal police track down kidnapped boy from Karachi

DPO says kidnapper had intended to sell the boy in Karachi but failed to find a suitable buyer.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 09:46am

Sindh

Karachi Development Authority employees stage protest

Protest appointment of officers and staff from other government departments in the authority.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 10:36am

Sindh

Man in Karachi sentenced to death for rape, murder of teenage girl

Court also orders convict to pay total Rs1 million to the legal heir of the girl as compensation.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 10:52am

Sindh

Oppressive heat and humidity drain Karachi’s life and energy

Bike riders, office workers, labourers struggle to cope with extreme heat; many women say household chores have become more exhausting.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 10:29am

Sindh

CM Murad inaugurates Karachi's Empress Market after restoration

Rehabilitation project includes restoration of all market sections, enhancement of pedestrian spaces, improved parking arrangements.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 10:57am

Cricket

Veteran Williamson says ‘right time’ to retire from international cricket

New Zealand great Hadlee hails him as “a wonderful player and a fine leader.”

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 11:33am

Football

With fighting spirit, Korea’s beauty triumphs over Czech set-piece beasts

The Koreans had their game plan and stuck to it, taking it to the Czechs throughout, with silky, intricate play and precision passes that put their opponents on the back foot.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 05:23am

Business

Equities stage 2,696-point rally before budget

Investors indulge in value hunting ahead of the federal budget announcement amid easing geopolitical tensions.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 05:22am

Business

Duty raised on EVs priced above Rs20m in FY27

Completely knocked down incentives extended for another year.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 10:31am

Business

Property tax halved for filers to revive realty sector

Stakeholders believe the move can revive market activity, improve documentation and restore investor confidence.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 05:22am

Business

Annual Plan keeps focus on 5Es framework

Govt targets water storage, health, education uplift.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 05:22am

National

LG bodies in Balochistan to be dissolved in 2027

Cabinet approves dissolution of all local bodies institutions in the province on Feb 8 next year upon completion of their constitutional term.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 05:22am

National

Finance Bill 2026 laid before Senate amid opposition uproar

Senate Chairman Yousaf Raza Gilani sets June 15 deadline for proposals.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 05:22am

Balochistan

Heavy oil slick hits Gwadar’s western coast

Spill poses a serious threat to marine life and local fishing economy.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 05:22am

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Heavy security on Herat streets amid deadly crackdown against women

Planned protests abandoned amid fears of clash as armed patrols, checkpoints blanket city.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 05:22am

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US spy powers lapse raises World Cup concerns

Congress fails to extend Surveillance Act’s section that allows warrantless surveillance of foreign targets.

Published 13 Jun, 2026 05:22am

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US plans big cut to fighter jets, warships for Nato: NYT

The decision will limit Nato’s ability to launch long-range strikes and conduct surveillance, the report says.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 08:10am

ICT

Thousands rejoin AJK sit-ins after overnight dispersal

JAAC leader seeks withdrawal of the notification proscribing Joint Awami Action Committee and offers to end the sit-ins and surrender before local police if the demand is accepted.

Updated 13 Jun, 2026 07:31am

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