World Biden, Netanyahu review hostage-release talks in new call: White House WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden spoke with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu by phone Sunday and... Published 29 Apr, 2024 12:43am
Sports Second T20I: West Indies Women beat Pakistan by 7 wickets West Indies Women’s captain Hayley Matthews produced another stellar performance with the bat and the ball to... Published 28 Apr, 2024 11:37pm
World French FM calls for greater cooperation on European defence BERLIN: Stronger European cooperation on defence would act as "a second life insurance policy" alongside the NATO... Published 28 Apr, 2024 10:42pm
World Rare spate of tornadoes leave at least two dead in central US WASHINGTON: An exceptional number of powerful tornadoes have ravaged parts of Oklahoma and nearby Great Plains... Published 28 Apr, 2024 10:39pm
Sports Bangladesh recall Saifuddin for Zimbabwe T20s DHAKA: Bangladesh on Sunday recalled pace bowling all-rounder Mohammad Saifuddin after 18 months for the first three... Published 28 Apr, 2024 08:38pm
Pakistan PM Shehbaz meets IMF chief, reiterates govt’s commitment to revive Pakistan’s economy Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday called on Managing Director (MD) of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)... Updated 28 Apr, 2024 09:47pm
World Italian PM Meloni says will stand in EU Parliament elections ROME: Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Sunday she would stand in upcoming European Parliament... Published 28 Apr, 2024 07:50pm
World Ukraine army commander says situation ‘worsened’ KYIV: The commander-in-chief of Ukraine’s armed forces said Sunday Kyiv’s position on the frontline had deteriorated... Published 28 Apr, 2024 07:46pm
Markets Gulf bourses end mixed; Egypt extends decline Stock markets in the Gulf put in a mixed performance on Sunday amid rising oil prices and receding hopes of rapid... Published 28 Apr, 2024 07:21pm
Sports Fatima Sana ruled out of second T20I against West Indies Right-arm fast bowler Fatima Sana has been ruled out of Sunday’s second T20I against West Indies Women at the... Published 28 Apr, 2024 06:54pm
World Hamas official says delegation to respond to Gaza truce plan in Egypt Monday GAZA STRIP: A senior Hamas official told AFP on Sunday that the group would deliver its response to Israel’s latest... Published 28 Apr, 2024 06:27pm
World Push for truce ramps up as Israel pummels Gaza OCCUPIED JERUSALEM: Diplomatic efforts increased on Sunday to reach a long sought-after truce and hostage-release... Updated 28 Apr, 2024 06:22pm
World Moscow claims forces took control of village in eastern Ukraine MOSCOW: Russia’s defence ministry on Sunday claimed its forces had taken control of another village in eastern... Published 28 Apr, 2024 05:05pm
Pakistan Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar appointed as Deputy Prime Minister of Pakistan Cabinet Division issues notification of appointment with immediate effect Updated 28 Apr, 2024 09:29pm
Pakistan WEF’s special meeting: PM Shehbaz highlights ‘global healthcare inequities’ Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday highlighted “inequities in the global healthcare” and termed them... Updated 28 Apr, 2024 08:43pm
World Bangladesh reopens schools despite heat alert DHAKA: Millions of students returned to their reopened schools across Bangladesh Sunday despite a lingering heatwave... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:42pm
World Palestinian leader Abbas says only US can stop Rafah invasion 'disaster' RIYADH: Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas on Sunday said the United States is the only country capable of stopping... Updated 28 Apr, 2024 06:21pm
Sports PCB appoints Gary Kirsten and Jason Gillespie as head coaches PCB chairman says Kirsten is being appointed as the national side's white-ball coach while Gillespie is being given the role of the team's red-ball coach Updated 28 Apr, 2024 08:30pm
World Dubai ruler approves new $35bn airport terminal CAIRO: Dubai’s ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum approved a new passenger terminal in Al Maktoum... Updated 28 Apr, 2024 11:41pm
Sports Bayern’s Kane targets Bundesliga scoring record Harry Kane has his eyes set on Robert Lewandowski’s record for most Bundesliga goals in a season after scoring twice... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:13pm
Pakistan IDB president vows to complete projects in Pakistan at earliest Premier thanks Islamic Development Bank for its investments in Pakistan Updated 28 Apr, 2024 09:32pm
Technology Elon Musk visits China as Tesla seeks self-driving technology rollout SHANGHAI: Tesla CEO Elon Musk arrived in Beijing on Sunday for a surprise visit, where he is expected to meet senior... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:06pm
Business & Finance Hyundai Motor, Kia Corp sign agreement with China’s Baidu on connected car technology SEOUL: Hyundai Motor and Kia Corp on Sunday said the companies have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:03pm
World Burkina Faso says it is investigating northern killings Burkina Faso is investigating killings in two northern villages in February, a government spokesperson said on... Published 28 Apr, 2024 01:55pm
Sports Atletico, Girona close in on top four Liga finish BARCELONA: Atletico Madrid earned a vital 3-1 win over Athletic Bilbao on Saturday in La Liga, striking a... Published 28 Apr, 2024 12:49pm
Sports Aussies Green, Kim share lead at LPGA LA Championship LOS ANGELES: Defending champion Hannah Green fired a one-under par 70 as the leaders struggled and joined fellow... Published 28 Apr, 2024 12:03pm
Life & Style Music ‘haven of freedom’ Tangiers hosts global jazz festival TANGIERS: The Moroccan city of Tangiers, which has a long history as a haven of inspiration for American jazz... Published 28 Apr, 2024 11:58am
Sports Interest in hosting Olympics ‘never so high’, says IOC boss LAUSANNE: Despite threats from climate change, AI-enhanced doping or competition from e-sports, the boss of the... Published 28 Apr, 2024 11:51am
World Gaza set to dominate Saudi-hosted global economy summit RIYADH: The war in Gaza and broader Middle East tensions are expected to get top billing at a Saudi-hosted special... Updated 28 Apr, 2024 09:03pm
Technology TikTok creators fear economic blow of US ban SAN FRANCISCO: Ayman Chaudhary turned her love for reading into a living on TikTok, posting video snippets about... Published 28 Apr, 2024 11:34am
World Philippines to endure extreme heat until mid-May MANILA: Unusually hot weather in the Philippines was expected to last until mid-May, a forecaster said Sunday, after... Published 28 Apr, 2024 11:12am
Life & Style Disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein hospitalized NEW YORK: Disgraced Hollywood movie mogul Harvey Weinstein was hospitalized on Saturday upon his return to New York... Published 28 Apr, 2024 11:05am
World Volcano erupts in eastern Indonesia, spews miles-high ash tower JAKARTA: A volcano in eastern Indonesia erupted on Sunday morning, spewing an ash tower more than two miles into the... Published 28 Apr, 2024 10:54am
World Fragile pope back on the road with day trip to Venice VENICE: Pope Francis travels to Venice on Sunday for his first trip of the year, testing his mobility and resilience... Published 28 Apr, 2024 10:41am
Sports Rafael Nadal avenges loss to Alex de Minaur, advances in Madrid Rafael Nadal showed Australia’s Alex de Minaur – and the rest of the world – that he’s not ready to relinquish his... Published 28 Apr, 2024 10:34am
World France’s foreign minister looks to prevent Israel-Hezbollah conflict escalation in Lebanon visit BEIRUT: France’s foreign minister will push proposals to prevent further escalation and a potential war between... Published 28 Apr, 2024 10:22am
Sports Lionel Messi scores twice as Inter Miami beat New England Lionel Messi’s brace led Inter Miami to a 4-1 victory over the New England Revolution in Foxboro, Mass., on Saturday... Published 28 Apr, 2024 10:12am
World Joe Biden jabs Trump in election-year roast at correspondents' dinner WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden delivered an election-year roast on Saturday night at the annual White House... Updated 28 Apr, 2024 10:46am
World Russia says downed 17 Ukrainian drones MOSCOW: Russia shot down 17 Ukrainian drones overnight in several western regions, the defence ministry said on... Updated 28 Apr, 2024 10:57am
World Thai king taps former energy executive Pichai as finance minister BANGKOK: Thailand’s king has approved former corporate energy executive and bourse chair Pichai Chunhavajira as... Published 28 Apr, 2024 09:53am
World US food regulator gathering information on Indian spices after alleged contamination HYDERABAD, (India): The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is gathering information on products of Indian spice... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
World Israel’s war on Gaza: Finally, signs of fresh truce talks emerge OCCUPIED JERUSALEM: Hamas said it was studying on Saturday the latest Israeli counterproposal regarding a potential... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
World Gaza ‘Freedom Flotilla’ blocked in Turkey ISTANBUL: A “Freedom Flotilla” aimed at delivering aid to Gaza was blocked in Turkey Saturday after being denied... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Pakistan The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Saturday (April 27, 2024) and the forecast for Sunday (April 28, 2024).... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Pakistan Special anti-polio drive to be launched in 10 districts of Punjab tomorrow LAHORE: “The District Health Management Authorities must ensure that their energy and time is fully dedicated to... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Pakistan Sharjeel for resolution of issues facing media workers, organisations KARACHI: An important meeting of the Information Department was convened in Karachi, chaired by Senior Minister of... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Pakistan SHC dismisses plea seeking rejection of Aseefa’s nomination papers HYDERABAD: The Sindh High Court (SHC) has once again dismissed the petition seeking to reject the nomination papers... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Pakistan PTI says US ‘HR report’ substantiates its stance ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leadership stated that the 100-page US state department report on grave... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Pakistan Kundi criticises PTI’s approch to politics ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Central Information Secretary Faisal Karim Kundi said that the Pakistan... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Pakistan ‘Illegal’ rally: Gohar, Omar, others booked ISLAMABAD: The city police have registered a case against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar ... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Pakistan 63 vehicles taken away, 51 mobile phones snatched in Islamabad ISLAMABAD: More than 51 mobile phones were snatched from people, mostly at gunpoint, during the last week in the... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Pakistan Pakistan, Canada hold political consultations ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Canada held the 5th Round of Bilateral Political Consultations and identified opportunities... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Pakistan PHDEC to address issue of green potato black-heart disease LAHORE: Pakistan Horticulture Development and Export Company (PHDEC) recently brought together stakeholders and... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Pakistan Maryam wants ‘Integrated Health System’ in Galiyat LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif paid a visit to Samli Syed Muhammad Hussain Government TB... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Pakistan Firing case: Court acquits Gandapur after injured man forgave him ISLAMABAD: A local court on Saturday acquitted Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur in a case... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Pakistan Saad Rafique hints at imposition of Governor’s rule on KPK LAHORE: Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N) senior leader Khawaja Saad Rafique has hinted at weighing the option of... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Pakistan CNICs can’t be blocked without following due process: LHC LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) held a person cannot be deprived of a Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC)... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Pakistan Justice Mansoor for revisiting judges’ appointment process Justice Shah says judges shouldn’t be appointed on the basis of recommendations if the intent was to keep the system running Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Pakistan SC orders removal of encroachments from whole country Federal and provincial governments are mandated to clear encroachments within three days Updated 28 Apr, 2024 09:32am
Pakistan PM orders immediate procurement of wheat from farmers ISLAMABAD: While taking notice of famers’ complaints, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered the concerned... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
World UK ship sets sail to help building of Gaza aid jetty LONDON: A British ship to house hundreds of US troops building a jetty to boost aid deliveries to Gaza has set sail... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Pakistan PM in Riyadh to attend WEF moot The Prime Minister and the Ministers will participate in WEF discussions on issues related to trade and investment measures Updated 28 Apr, 2024 09:30am
Business & Finance Prices of essential kitchen items show a declining trend ISLAMABAD: The prices of essential kitchen items have witnessed a slight declining trend during this week past... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Editorials Non-customs duty paid cars EDITORIAL: An inquiry ordered by the Punjab chief secretary into an arrest concerning the illegal business of luxury... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Editorials Cross-border attacks EDITORIAL: The TTP terrorist have kept belying the Afghan Taliban’s claim that no militant group is operating... Published 28 Apr, 2024 02:56am
Print IK gives green light for talks with govt? ISLAMABAD: In a breakthrough in mending the estranged relations with the powers that be, the jailed ex-prime ... Updated 28 Apr, 2024 09:29am
Print Audio leaks’ case: Pemra, PTA, FIA and IB ‘demand’ recusal of Justice Babar ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA), the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority... Updated 28 Apr, 2024 09:27am
Print Economy on path to recovery amidst global tides: SBP Governor KARACHI: Governor State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Jameel Ahmad has said that firm commitment of the government and the... Updated 28 Apr, 2024 09:27am
Print Consulting firms for advisory support to ministries: Ministry to seek cabinet’s approval for hiring ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives has decided to seek approval from the... Updated 28 Apr, 2024 09:28am
Print Mobile phones: Jul-Mar imports soar 181.26pc to $1.301bn YoY Mobile phone imports register 930.92 percent growth on a year-on-year (YoY) basis in March 2024 when compared to $14.846 million in March 2023 Updated 28 Apr, 2024 12:11pm
Print Govt forms body for PSM revival KARACHI: The Federal Ministry of Industry and Production on Saturday constituted an 8-member committee to revive the... Updated 28 Apr, 2024 09:25am
Print Efforts to outsource airports get good response KARACHI: The efforts to outsource the country’s airports have received a good response as several foreign airport... Updated 28 Apr, 2024 09:19am
Print Dar calls for enhancing ‘economic diplomacy’ ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Saturday emphasized on the need or enhancing economic diplomacy and efforts... Updated 28 Apr, 2024 02:40pm
Print Sewing machine needles: New customs values fixed ISLAMABAD: The Directorate General of Valuation (Customs) has fixed new customs values (US$4.2 to US$6.3 per kg) on... Updated 28 Apr, 2024 09:25am
Print Net metering consumers: PD presents buyback rate cut mechanism to prime minister ISLAMABAD: The Power Division has reportedly presented a mechanism to Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif to reduce... Updated 28 Apr, 2024 09:24am
Print PM likely to discuss KE, solar power investment matters with Saudis ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif is likely to discuss issues of K-Electric (KE) and investment in solar... Updated 28 Apr, 2024 09:20am
World Hezbollah says fires drones and guided missiles at Israel BEIRUT: Lebanon’s Iran-backed Hezbollah movement said on Saturday it had targeted northern Israel with drones and... Published 27 Apr, 2024 11:25pm
World Police detain 100 as pro-Palestinian camp cleared at US university BOSTON: Police in riot gear detained about 100 people as they cleared a pro-Palestinian encampment at a Boston... Updated 27 Apr, 2024 11:16pm
Sports Salah warns of Klopp ‘fire’ after Liverpool title blow LONDON: Mohamed Salah ruined Jurgen Klopp’s attempt to play down a touchline spat at West Ham on Saturday, claiming... Published 27 Apr, 2024 09:11pm
Sports Kane doubles up for Bayern, Leipzig beat Dortmund to tighten grip on fourth LEVERKUSEN: Harry Kane scored twice as Bayern Munich beat Eintracht Frankfurt 2-1 at home, while RB Leipzig... Published 27 Apr, 2024 09:09pm
Perspectives Practical significance of the global security initiative (GSI) On April 21, 2024, the Global Security Initiative (GSI) celebrated its second anniversary since its launch. This... Published 27 Apr, 2024 08:28pm
World Macron visit to Germany in May to focus on EU ties BERLIN: French President Emmanuel Macron will visit Germany in May and will spend more days than planned with... Published 27 Apr, 2024 07:36pm
Sports Azam and Afridi help Pakistan down New Zealand to draw T20I series LAHORE: Skipper Babar Azam hit a solid half century while spearhead Shaheen Shah Afridi grabbed four wickets as... Updated 27 Apr, 2024 11:48pm
World US intelligence believes Putin probably didn't order Navalny to be killed: WSJ LONDON: US intelligence agencies have determined that Russian President Vladimir Putin probably didn’t order... Updated 27 Apr, 2024 11:16pm
World Germany needs an economic turnaround, says finance minister Lindner BERLIN: Germany needs an economic turnaround in order to secure its geopolitical position, German Finance Minister... Published 27 Apr, 2024 05:35pm
Sports Man Utd must bolster support for Garnacho and Mainoo, says Fernandes Manchester United must step up their efforts in providing the necessary support for their young players to thrive... Published 27 Apr, 2024 05:32pm
Sports Tsitsipas ousted by qualifier, Swiatek coasts into last 16 MADRID: Stefanos Tsitsipas suffered a surprise second round exit at the hands of world number 118 Thiago Monteiro in... Published 27 Apr, 2024 05:27pm
World Blinken due in Saudi for summit on global economy, Gaza: organisers RIYADH: Washington’s top diplomat is among leaders expected at a Saudi-hosted economic summit set to begin on Sunday... Published 27 Apr, 2024 05:25pm
Markets No intention to impose fixed tax on solar, Power Division clarifies No such summary sent to the government, read the statement Updated 27 Apr, 2024 08:07pm
Life & Style Why Harvey Weinstein’s rape conviction was overturned and what happens next Thursday’s ruling overturning Harvey Weinstein’s New York rape conviction gives the one-time film mogul a chance at... Published 27 Apr, 2024 04:57pm
Life & Style Taylor Swift beats Beatles in race to 12th UK number one album LONDON: Taylor Swift topped the British music charts on Friday with ‘The Tortured Poets Department’, outselling the... Published 27 Apr, 2024 04:49pm
Pakistan PM Shehbaz arrives in Saudi Arabia to attend WEF special meeting Foreign Office says the WEF meeting will be held on April 28-29 Updated 27 Apr, 2024 09:10pm
Markets Gold price per tola falls Rs600 in Pakistan Gold prices decreased in Pakistan on Saturday in line with the decline in the international rate. In the local... Updated 27 Apr, 2024 07:59pm
World Russia hits Ukrainian energy facilities in three regions, Kyiv says KYIV: Russia attacked Ukrainian energy facilities in three regions on Saturday, damaging equipment and injuring at... Published 27 Apr, 2024 12:14pm
World Ukrainian air defence downs 21 of 34 Russian missiles KYIV: Ukraine’s air defence shot down 21 of 34 Russian missiles fired in an overnight attack, the commander of the... Published 27 Apr, 2024 12:10pm
World India set to sign trade deal with Oman to expand its Middle East ties NEW DELHI: India and Oman will sign a trade deal in the coming months, two Indian government officials said, as New... Published 27 Apr, 2024 12:04pm
World Hamas says it received Israel's response to its ceasefire proposal CAIRO: Hamas said it had received on Saturday Israel’s official response to its latest ceasefire proposal and will... Updated 27 Apr, 2024 05:17pm
World Yemen's Houthis say their missiles hit Andromeda Star oil ship in Red Sea CAIRO/LOS ANGELES: Yemen’s Houthis said on Saturday their missiles hit the Andromeda Star oil tanker in the Red Sea,... Updated 27 Apr, 2024 05:17pm
World North Korea accuses US of politicizing human rights issues SEOUL: North Korea accused the United States on Saturday of politicizing human rights in the East Asian country,... Published 27 Apr, 2024 10:38am
World Gaza aid from Cyprus resumes after pause following aid worker killings NICOSIA: Aid shipments to Gaza from Cyprus resumed late on Friday, a Cypriot source said, with a ship carrying food... Published 27 Apr, 2024 10:27am