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Noor Mukadam Case: Supreme Court to Hear Zahir Jaffer’s Review Plea

ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan will next week hear the review appeal of Zahir Jaffer,…

Pakistan’s True Challenge; Building Institutional Unity for Stability and Growth

By: Syed Feroz Ahmed Pakistan’s main challenge is not merely weak leadership or flawed policies; rather,…

The Narrow Window Before Escalation

By: Sada Cumber There are moments in regional conflict when escalation is not incremental, but structural.…

PSL Upholds Fakhar Zaman’s Two-Match Suspension

LAHORE: The Pakistan Super League (PSL) Technical Committee has rejected Fakhar Zaman’s appeal, upholding the two-match…

Rising tensions with Iran: Donald Trump puts NATO under strain

BRUSSELS: The NATO alliance has faced existential challenges in recent years, from the war in Ukraine…

“Fuel price hike sparks outrage”: Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman calls for nationwide protests

KARACHI: Chief of Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan, Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman, on Friday strongly condemned the sharp increase…

Punjab, Sindh unveil relief steps after sharp fuel price surge

LAHORE: In response to the unprecedented surge in petroleum prices, the governments of Sindh and Punjab…

Trump Warns Iran Bridges and Power Plants Could Be Targeted Next in Escalation

WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to destroy Iran’s bridges and power plants, posting on Truth…

Karachi Breaks 41-Year Rain Record with Torrential Downpour

KARACHI: Karachi experienced a record-breaking rain spell, shattering a 41-year-old rainfall record in the port city.…

Five Killed, Including Woman and Child, in Bannu Suicide Attack: Security Sources

BANNU: At least five people, including three women and a child, were killed, and four others…

Suicide attack at Domel police station in Bannu kills 5, injures 13

BANNU: A powerful suicide bombing at Domel police station in Bannu has left five civilians dead…

US Army leadership shake-up: chief of staff dismissed by Hegseth

WASHINGTON: US Army Chief of Staff Randy George was dismissed on Thursday by Defence Secretary Pete…

Govt plans targeted petrol subsidy for bikers through digital app system

ISLAMABAD: The government of Pakistan is fast-tracking a plan to provide subsidised petrol to motorcyclists following…

UAE Dismisses Residency Claims, Reaffirms Protection for Iranians

ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates has dismissed recent media reports about the residency status of…

PSL 11: Match-Winning Century by Farhan Lifts Sultans

LAHORE: A scintillating century from Sahibzada Farhan powered Multan Sultans to a remarkable victory over Hyderabad…

FO Says Pakistan Working Closely with US to Promote Dialogue

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has reaffirmed that it remains in close coordination with the United States while intensifying…

Islamabad Schools Shift to Four-Day School Week

ISLAMABAD: The Private Educational Institutions Regulatory Authority (PEIRA) on Thursday announced that all private schools in…

FBR Turns Spotlight on Social Media Earnings

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has initiated a significant move to bring earnings from…

Heavy Rain Hits Karachi: City on Rain Emergency, Authorities on High Alert

KARACHI: Heavy rainfall was reported across various parts of Karachi on Thursday as a westerly wave…

Pakistan Security Forces Kill Eight Militants in North Waziristan During Border Operation

NORTH WAZIRISTAN: Pakistan’s security forces killed eight militants during an intelligence-based operation along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border…

UK Leads Global Talks to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions and Energy Crisis

LONDON: Keir Starmer announced that Britain will convene a meeting of around 35 countries this week…

US Leaders Slam Trump’s Iran War Speech as “Unplanned, Reckless & Dangerous”

Washington: A wave of sharp criticism has emerged from across the American political spectrum following President…

Trump claims Iran war goals nearing completion, vows to ‘finish job’

WASHINGTON: In an address to the nation that echoed his previous statements, President Donald Trump claimed…

Italy Fail to Qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026 After Loss to Bosnia

Zenica: Italy’s World Cup nightmare continued as the four-time champions failed to qualify for a third…