Sports Pakistan’s Imad set to return for India clash NEW YORK: Pakistan have been given a much-needed boost ahead of Sunday’s clash with India at the T20 World Cup with... Published 09 Jun, 2024 12:32am
Sports Ruthless Australia crush England at T20 World Cup BRIDGETOWN: Australia crushed England by 36 runs in Barbados on Saturday to leave the defending champions’ T20 World... Updated 09 Jun, 2024 02:04am
World Two dead, fires in south Lebanon after Israeli strikes: state media BEIRUT: Israeli strikes on Saturday killed two people and sparked wildfires in southern Lebanon, state media said,... Published 08 Jun, 2024 11:23pm
World Thousands rally in London for Gaza ceasefire LONDON: Thousands of people marched through central London to parliament on Saturday calling for a permanent... Published 08 Jun, 2024 09:20pm
World Biden says Putin ‘not going to stop at Ukraine’ PARIS: US President Joe Biden on Saturday pledged Washington’s support for Kyiv in its battle against the Russian... Published 08 Jun, 2024 08:58pm
Sports Swiatek crushes Paolini to win third French Open title in row PARIS: Poland’s Iga Swiatek extended her French Open reign on Saturday as she thrashed Jasmine Paolini 6-2, 6-1 in... Published 08 Jun, 2024 08:06pm
Sports Miller rescues South Africa in T20 victory over Netherlands NEW YORK: South Africa overcame a stunning early batting collapse before sealing a four-wicket victory over bogey... Updated 09 Jun, 2024 12:34am
World Hamas says 210 killed in Gaza camp where hostages rescued GAZA STRIP: Hamas’s government media office said at least 210 people were killed Saturday in Israeli attacks on a... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:55pm
Markets Over half of Aramco share sale allocated to foreign investors: sources DUBAI: Saudi Arabia placed over half of an $11.2 billion share sale in Aramco with foreign investors, two people... Updated 08 Jun, 2024 07:31pm
World Israel army says rescued 4 Israeli hostages alive in Gaza OCCUPIED JERUSALEM: The Israeli military said its troops had rescued on Saturday four Israeli hostages alive from... Published 08 Jun, 2024 06:16pm
Pakistan PM Shehbaz visits historical Terracotta Warriors Museum on Chinese President Xi Jinping’s invitation Premier briefed on the preservation and restoration of historical heritage and the promotion of tourism Updated 08 Jun, 2024 09:05pm
Pakistan Interior Minister meets UN Secretary-General, offers support for counterterrorism unit António Guterres expresses his best wishes to the people and the government of Pakistan Updated 08 Jun, 2024 07:34pm
World Rahul Gandhi nominated as leader of India’s opposition NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s chief rival Rahul Gandhi was nominated on Saturday to lead India’s... Updated 08 Jun, 2024 07:32pm
Pakistan Qatar lauds Pakistan Navy in ensuring maritime security In a meeting with the Chief of Staff of the Qatari Forces, Admiral Naveed Ashraf highlights efforts for regional maritime peace and stability Updated 08 Jun, 2024 07:35pm
Pakistan 4.5 magnitude earthquake jolts Swat, adjoining areas There were no reports of casualties or serious damage after the quake Published 08 Jun, 2024 04:25pm
Sports New York prepares for ‘high-voltage’ India-Pakistan cricket match QUEENS: At the cultural crossroads of the world, New Yorkers will experience a thrilling first on Sunday – a World... Updated 08 Jun, 2024 07:30pm
Life & Style ‘You have one life to live’: Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy reflects on her new documentary Two-time Oscar-winning filmmaker co-directed ‘Diane Von Furstenberg: Woman In Charge’ Updated 08 Jun, 2024 06:01pm
Markets Gold price per tola decreases Rs3,600 in Pakistan After remaining unchanged in the previous session, gold prices witnessed a massive fall in Pakistan on Saturday in... Published 08 Jun, 2024 02:20pm
Sports Afghanistan thrash New Zealand in T20 World Cup GEORGETOWN: Afghanistan’s bowlers exploited to the full a pitch assisting both pace and spin at the Providence... Published 08 Jun, 2024 12:37pm
Sports Bangladesh keep nerve to win thriller with Sri Lanka DALLAS: Bangladesh emerged victorious from a gripping encounter with Sri Lanka in Texas with the two-wicket victory... Published 08 Jun, 2024 12:26pm
World Ukraine air defence downs 9 out of 13 Russian drones over four regions KYIV: Ukrainian air defence and mobile drone hunters groups shot down nine out of 13 Russian drones over four... Published 08 Jun, 2024 12:13pm
World Biden, Macron to discuss Israel and Ukraine in pomp-filled state visit PARIS: Fresh from commemorating the 80th anniversary of D-Day, French President Emmanuel Macron will host U.S.... Published 08 Jun, 2024 10:25am
Business & Finance Turkiye to impose 40% additional tariff on vehicle imports from China ISTANBUL: Turkiye has decided to impose a 40% additional tariff on imports of vehicles from China, a presidential... Published 08 Jun, 2024 10:20am
Pakistan The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Friday (June 07, 2024) and the forecast for Saturday (June 08, 2024)... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan Mushahid highlights role of KPT as gateway to Pakistan, Central Asian region KARACHI: A session emphasizing the strategic significance of Pakistan among contemporary challenges and outlining ... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan Uproar in Sindh Assembly over street crime issue KARACHI: The MQM-Pakistan on Friday rattled the Sindh Assembly with questions over soaring street crimes in Karachi,... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan Dar to attend D-8 Council of FMs meeting ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will undertake a one-day visit to Istanbul, Türkiye... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan APCC yet to finalise PSDP for NHA ISLAMABAD: The Annual Plan Coordination Committee (APCC) is yet to finalise the Public Sector Development Programme... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan Omar assails FIA for summoning PTI leaders over alleged misuse of X account ISLAMABAD: The opposition leader in the National Assembly Omar Ayub on Friday lambasted the Federal Investigation... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan Punjab govt plans to enhance ‘Sehat Card’ limit LAHORE: Health Minister Punjab Khawaja Salman Rafiq on Friday said that government of Punjab is planning to increase... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan Flash drought likely due to low rainfall, soaring temperatures LAHORE: Flash drought is likely to emerge due to below normal rainfall and soaring temperature of May with ... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan MNU and COMSATS University to strengthen partnership ISLAMABAD: A delegation led by Dr Aishath Shehenaz Adam, Vice Chancellor, Maldives National University (MNU) and Dr... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan PFA marks World Food Safety Day LAHORE: The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) organised a seminar to celebrate World Food Safety Day under the theme... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan May 9 riots cases: ATC extends bail of PTI leaders LAHORE: An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on Friday extended bail of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders, Dr Yasmin... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan Punjab CM, Nawaz briefed about planned ‘Kisan Package’ LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif under a historic package for the farmers has announced, “Punjab... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan Minister reviews 100-day performance of education department LAHORE: Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat, while reviewing the 100-day performance of the education department,... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan Turkiye envoy visits UAF FAISALABAD: Ambassador of Turkiye Mehmed Pacaci visited University of Agriculture Faisalabad and met Vice Chancellor... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan BISP chairperson meets NA speaker ISLAMABAD: Chairperson Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) Rubina Khalid held a meeting with Speaker National... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Sports 'Black day': Pakistan reels from USA T20 World Cup stunner KARACHI: Pakistan cricket fans were hurt and angry Friday after a stunning T20 World Cup loss to hosts the United... Updated 08 Jun, 2024 07:32am
Pakistan Conservation project for Haveli Maharaja Ranjeet Singh launched LAHORE: The Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB), in collaboration with the Walled City Lahore Authority, has ... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan Global study reports high quality of Pediatric ERs in Sindh Govt hospitals KARACHI: The latest research conducted by US-based PALISI Global Health has revealed results highlighting the ... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan JCP recommends elevation of LHC CJ to SC ISLAMABAD: The Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) by a majority recommended the elevation of the Chief Justice of... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan Lahore DC directed to decide PTI’s plea LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Friday directed the deputy commissioner Lahore to decide an application of the... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan LHC give police more time to recover two brothers LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Friday gave police more time to recover two brothers of PTI social media head Azhar... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan Marwat saddened over PTI’s decision ISLAMABAD: The estranged Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawmaker Sher Afzal Marwat, who was booted out from the... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Sports President’s Trophy Grade-II final begins today LAHORE: The final of the President’s Trophy Grade-II 2023-24 will be played between Oil and Gas Development ... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan Iddat case: PTI body rejects transfer of case to new court ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Core Committee vehemently condemned the inordinate and unjustifiable delay... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan SSGC removes 689 illegal gas connections KARACHI: The Sui Southern Gas Company’s Operation Grift is going strong. With the intensions to uprooting the evil... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan Two sons of ex-AJK PM arrested ISLAMABAD: City police on Friday arrested former prime minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir Sardar Tanveer Ilyas's two... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan IHC disposes of case seeking recovery of Kashmiri poet ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC), Friday, disposed of a case seeking the recovery of Kashmiri poet, Ahmad... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan Election Tribunals: ECP reserves verdict on plea of 3 PML-N MNAs ISLAMABAD: The electoral entity has reserved its verdict on a petition from three PML-N lawmakers for changing the... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan Iddat case: Court seeks arguments on plea of IK, Bibi ISLAMABAD: A local court on Friday again sought arguments against plea of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan Pakistan hopes India to create ‘conducive environment’ for advancement of peace: FO ISLAMABAD: Pakistan hoped the upcoming Indian government to take steps to create a “conducive environment” for... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
World British former naval officer held in Dubai for spying LONDON: Matt Croucher, a former British Royal Marine who served in Iraq and Afghanistan, has been held in Dubai for... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
World UN chief to call out Israel for violations against children NEW YORK: United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has added Israel’s military to a global list of... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
World Russia declares crop emergency MOSCOW: Russia said on Friday it was declaring a federal emergency in 10 regions because of damage to crops from May... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
World India court bails Rahul Gandhi in latest defamation case BENGALURU, (India): An Indian court Friday granted bail to opposition leader Rahul Gandhi in the latest of several... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
World Modi invited to form govt NEW DELHI: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that President Droupadi Murmu had invited him to form ... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan IHC issues notices in response to plea challenging Elections (Amendment) Ordinance ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC), Friday, issued notices to the respondents including the Attorney General... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan MNU and COMSATS University to strengthen partnership ISLAMABAD: A delegation led by Dr Aishath Shehenaz Adam, Vice Chancellor, Maldives National University (MNU) and Dr... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan CDA chief visits EV charging station ISLAMABAD: Muhammad Ali Randhawa, chairman of the Capital Development Authority (CDA), visited the electric vehicle... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Print PakSat MM1 reaches its earth orbit ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s second communication satellite, PakSat MM1, launched recently by Pakistan’s National Space... Updated 08 Jun, 2024 08:51am
Print Ogra allows three refineries to export HSFO in June, July Refineries allowed to export up to 120,000 MT of low and high sulphur furnace oil Updated 08 Jun, 2024 09:04pm
Print Port of Mombasa: Kenya authorises release of 1,300 containers of Pakistani rice ISLAMABAD: In a significant development for bilateral trade, the Kenyan government has authorised the release of... Updated 08 Jun, 2024 12:31pm
Print Hamoodur Rehman Commission Report: Jailed PTI founder owns up to posting controversial tweet ISLAMABAD: Incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding chairman, Imran Khan, on Friday, defended his... Updated 08 Jun, 2024 09:26am
Pakistan Eidul Azha on 17th KARACHI: The Zil Hajj moon has been sighted in Peshawar, as confirmed by the Zonal Sighting of the Crescent ... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan PPP legislator chairs session despite Deputy Chairman Senate’s presence ISLAMABAD: In an unusual move, a Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) legislator, Friday, presided over the maiden sitting ... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Business & Finance Foreign direct investment should be top priority, says economist KARACHI: Anything or everything related to foreign direct investment should be the top priority instead of relying ... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Business & Finance FPCCI seeks abolishment of Section 7E of ITO 2001 KARACHI: Atif Ikram Sheikh, President FPCCI, has echoed the collective demand of the business community that the... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Editorials Sad state of public sector hospitals EDITORIAL: A common concern in this country is inadequate investment in the public healthcare system. Add to it... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Editorials Environment emergency EDITORIAL: It’s unfortunate that days like World Environment Day still do not raise the kind of seriousness they... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Business & Finance Railways Pakistan, Russia sign MoU to enhance cooperation ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Russia have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in the Railway... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Business & Finance Ads given for hiring of int’l consultants: Govt formally kicks start 5G spectrum auction process ISLAMABAD: The government has formally kicked start the process of 5G spectrum auction in the country with ... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Business & Finance Exchange losses, GST cut & IFEM: OMAP approaches SIFC ISLAMABAD: The Oil Marketing Association of Pakistan approached the Special Investment Facilitation Council... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Business & Finance Livestock Insurance: SECP for establishing insurance pools ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has recommended establishing insurance pools or... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Business & Finance SECP increases fee for registration/filing of documents by 10pc ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has increased fee for registration/filing of... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Business & Finance Weekly SPI inflation up 0.45pc ISLAMABAD: The Sensitive Price Index-based inflation for the week ended June 6, 2024, increased by 0.45 percent due... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Print Pakistan, China ink 23 MoUs BEIJING: Pakistan and China have signed 23 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) to deepen bilateral cooperation in... Updated 08 Jun, 2024 08:49am
Print New EFF: IMF to support a home-grown programme ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund will support a home-grown programme for Pakistan under a new Extended... Updated 08 Jun, 2024 01:35pm
Business & Finance May 2024: country gets highest-ever remittances KARACHI: Pakistan received highest-ever monthly inflows of home remittances amounted to $ 3.2 billion in the month ... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Pakistan President confers Nishan-i-Pakistan on Prince Rahim Aga Khan ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari conferred the Award of Nishan-i-Pakistan upon Prince Rahim Aga Khan in... Published 08 Jun, 2024 07:00am
Print FD agrees to provide Rs1.2trn for FY25 PSDP ISLAMABAD: The Finance Division has agreed to provide Rs1.2 trillion for the next fiscal year Public Sector... Updated 08 Jun, 2024 08:53am
Print Jul-Apr govt debt stock up 8.6pc to Rs66.08trn YoY KARACHI: The central government’s total domestic and external debt stock rose by 8.6 percent during the first 10... Updated 08 Jun, 2024 09:23am
Print Wind power project accuses NPCC of showing bias ISLAMABAD: M/s UEP Wind Power Project has reportedly accused National Power Control Centre (NPCC) - the system... Updated 08 Jun, 2024 05:19pm
Print NEC constituted ISLAMABAD: The president on Friday constituted the National Economic Council (NEC) with prime minister in the chair.... Updated 08 Jun, 2024 01:35pm
Print Categorisation of commercial SOEs: PM irked by delay in submission of summaries Directs concerned secretaries to personally and proactively oversee the process to ensure submission of requisite recommendations/summaries to Cabinet Committee on State-Owned Enterprises Updated 08 Jun, 2024 05:20pm
Sports Canada stun Ireland by 12 runs in T20 World Cup NEW YORK: Canada won their first match at any Twenty20 World Cup when they stunned Ireland by 12 runs in a Group A... Published 08 Jun, 2024 12:10am
World Israel ‘disgusted’ at army’s inclusion on upcoming UN blacklist UNITED NATIONS: The upcoming inclusion of Israel on a UN list of countries and armed forces failing to protect... Published 08 Jun, 2024 12:03am
World Gaza town says mayor killed in Israeli strike on water station DEIR EL-BALAH: A spokesman for the Nuseirat municipality in central Gaza said Friday that the town’s mayor, Iyad... Published 07 Jun, 2024 11:58pm
Life & Style Italian opera celebrated in Verona’s ‘magical’ Arena VERONA, Italy: Verona’s ancient Roman Arena will host a star-studded classical concert Friday to celebrate the... Published 07 Jun, 2024 11:23pm
Pakistan PM Shehbaz, President Xi agree to upgrade CPEC, advance development in second phase Premier underlines Islamabad's commitment and full support for safety and security of Chinese nationals, projects, and institutions in Pakistan Published 07 Jun, 2024 10:41pm
World Israel says struck Hamas at UN school, Gaza officials report 3 dead JERUSALEM: Israel’s military said its forces struck Friday a UN-run school near Gaza City, the second such facility... Published 07 Jun, 2024 10:35pm
Pakistan President Zardari confers Nishan-i-Pakistan award on Prince Rahim Aga Khan President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday conferred the esteemed Nishan-i-Pakistan award upon Prince Rahim Aga Khan. The... Published 07 Jun, 2024 08:36pm
Markets Wall St slips as bumper payrolls data fans rate-cut worries Wall Street’s main indexes dropped on Friday after a much stronger-than-expected employment report signaled that the... Published 07 Jun, 2024 08:18pm
World Putin says there is no need for use of nuclear weapons right now ST PETERSBURG: Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that he did not see the conditions for the use of... Published 07 Jun, 2024 08:04pm
Life & Style Spain’s Disfrutar named world’s top restaurant by 50 Best PARIS: Barcelona restaurant Disfrutar was named Thursday as the best in the world by the influential 50 Best list in... Published 07 Jun, 2024 06:55pm
World Zelenskiy welcomes French promises of Mirage 2000 warplanes to help fight Russia PARIS: Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskiy said on Friday he hoped to see French-supplied warplanes in Ukrainian... Published 07 Jun, 2024 06:09pm
Markets Global LNG: Asia spot prices hold at 6-month high as hot weather drives demand LONDON: Asian spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices were steady this week, holding near a six-month peak on higher... Published 07 Jun, 2024 05:34pm
Markets UAE markets gain on firm oil prices Stock markets in the United Arab Emirates closed higher on Friday, as oil prices firmed after OPEC+ members Saudi... Published 07 Jun, 2024 05:25pm
Markets Pakistan receives record remittances of $3.24bn in May, up over 54% YoY Inflows from Saudi Arabia, UAE, UK dominate overall amount Updated 07 Jun, 2024 09:36pm