Technology Humanoid robots stride into the future with world’s first half-marathon BEIJING: Step by mechanical step, dozens of humanoid robots took to the streets of Beijing early on Saturday,... Published 19 Apr, 2025 03:47pm
Markets Gold prices remain stable in Pakistan Gold prices remained stable in Pakistan in line with no change in the international market. In the local market,... Published 19 Apr, 2025 03:03pm
World Musk says he will visit India after talk with Modi Elon Musk said on Saturday he was planning to visit India later in the year, a day after Indian Prime Minister... Published 19 Apr, 2025 02:05pm
Technology BudgetFY26: P@SHA calls for 10-year extension of concessional tax regime to help boost IT exports The Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA) has proposed the government to extend the period of final tax... Published 19 Apr, 2025 01:53pm
Pakistan Goods transporters call off strike after successful talks with Karachi commissioner Transporters given 6 months to ensure fitness of their vehicles Updated 19 Apr, 2025 03:43pm
Sports Madrid heroics boost Arsenal’s appeal in transfer window, Arteta says Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said his side’s big win over Real Madrid, which sent them through to their first... Published 19 Apr, 2025 12:38pm
Sports Sinner backed to hit top gear in time for French Open after doping ban World number one Jannik Sinner may take time to hit his stride on his return from a three-month doping ban next... Published 19 Apr, 2025 12:37pm
World Russia launches 8 missiles, 87 drones on Ukraine, Kyiv says KYIV: Russia launched 8 missiles and 87 drones in an overnight attack on Ukraine on Saturday, causing damage in five... Published 19 Apr, 2025 12:34pm
Pakistan 5.9 magnitude earthquake jolts Islamabad, Punjab, KP Epicentre was Afghanistan-Tajikistan border region, PMD says Updated 19 Apr, 2025 02:18pm
World At least 143 dead in DR Congo boat fire KINSHASA: At least 143 people died and dozens more went missing after a boat carrying fuel caught fire and capsized... Published 19 Apr, 2025 10:58am
World Trump goes to war with the Fed WASHINGTON: Donald Trump’s simmering discontent with the US Federal Reserve boiled over this week, with the... Published 19 Apr, 2025 10:52am
Pakistan Foreign minister Ishaq Dar arrives in Kabul as deportations rise Dignitaries of Afghan government welcomes the delegation Updated 19 Apr, 2025 11:58am
Business & Finance Aurangzeb leaves for US to attend World Bank Group/IMF meetings Will also meet the finance ministers and counterpart leaders from China, the United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye Published 19 Apr, 2025 10:44am
World Iran, US to hold talks in Rome in bid to reach nuclear deal DUBAI: Iran and the United States will hold a new round of nuclear talks in Rome on Saturday to resolve their... Published 19 Apr, 2025 10:35am
Markets Japan considering soybean, rice concessions in US tariff talks TOKYO: Japan is considering increasing its soybean and rice imports as a concession in trade negotiations with the... Published 19 Apr, 2025 10:28am
World Israel still eyeing a limited attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities NEW YORK: Israel has not ruled out an attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities in the coming months despite President... Published 19 Apr, 2025 10:24am
Pakistan Kidnapping, murder case: Court extends physical remand of ex-SP ISLAMABAD: A local court on Friday extended the physical remand of former superintendent of police (SP) of the... Published 19 Apr, 2025 07:31am
Pakistan Gaza: traders support JI’s strike call KARACHI: Major traders’ bodies in the city have announced their full support for the April 26 shutter down strike... Published 19 Apr, 2025 07:28am
Business & Finance Loans for less developed areas: Senate panel seeks briefing from SBP ISLAMABAD: The Senate Functional Committee on Problems of Less Developed Areas sought briefing from State Bank of... Published 19 Apr, 2025 07:27am
Pakistan CM orders presence of ramps in govt buildings for special people LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has directed to construct special ramps for special people in all... Published 19 Apr, 2025 07:21am
Pakistan Punjab govt has imposed no ban on meetings with PTI founder: Azma LAHORE: While clarifying that the Punjab government has not imposed any restrictions on meetings with the PTI... Published 19 Apr, 2025 07:20am
Pakistan Hospital visit: health minister irked by non-payment to ‘outsourced staff’ LAHORE: Provincial Health Minister Khawaja Salman Rafique visited Government Lady Aitchison Hospital and directed to... Published 19 Apr, 2025 07:19am
Sports Women’s cricket team eyeing ‘Cricket World Cup’ LAHORE: After qualifying for the Women’s Cricket World Cup, Pakistan women’s cricket team has focused its... Published 19 Apr, 2025 07:11am
Pakistan GCUF organises Gaza Solidarity March FAISALABAD: Government College University Faisalabad organised a powerful Gaza Solidarity March to denounce the... Published 19 Apr, 2025 07:08am
Pakistan CM launches helping aides project for special people LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif launched a remarkable project of providing assistive devices to... Published 19 Apr, 2025 07:07am
Pakistan ‘Cut in power prices is like cumin in mouth of a camel’ KARACHI: Pasban Democratic Party Karachi President Abdul Hakim Quaid has said that the reduction in electricity... Published 19 Apr, 2025 07:05am
Pakistan LHC concerned over traffic jams on The Mall LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday expressed its resentment over frequent traffic jams on the Mall road... Updated 19 Apr, 2025 07:53am
Pakistan Lucky Cement organizes heart screening camp KARACHI: Lucky Cement conducted a three-day heart screening camp from April 15 to 17, 2025, for the residents of the... Published 19 Apr, 2025 07:00am
Pakistan First Meeting of the Group of Parliamentarians: NA Speaker addresses in support of Palestine in Istanbul ISLAMABAD: Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq has said that the issue of Palestine continues to haunt the... Published 19 Apr, 2025 06:58am
Pakistan 'Apni Chhat, Apna Ghar’ Program: New records set for constructing houses in short span LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s ‘Apni Chhat, Apna Ghar’ Program project has set new ... Published 19 Apr, 2025 06:56am
Business & Finance Roosevelt Hotel privatisation: PC Board finalises suggestions for transaction structure ISLAMABAD: The 233rd meeting of the Privatisation Commission Board concluded on Friday at the Privatisation... Published 19 Apr, 2025 06:53am
Pakistan PDWP approves five schemes worth Rs 15bn LAHORE: The Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP) on Friday approved five major development schemes worth Rs... Published 19 Apr, 2025 06:51am
Editorials The great exodus EDITORIAL: In the first quarter of 2025 alone, a staggering 172,000 Pakistanis left the country seeking employment... Published 19 Apr, 2025 06:40am
Pakistan The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Friday (April 18, 2025) and the forecast for Saturday (April 19, 2025)... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Pakistan KCCI urges PM to help end strike by transporters KARACHI: President Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) Muhammad Jawed Bilwani has made an urgent appeal... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Pakistan Pakistan, Egypt to enhance cooperation in healthcare ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Egypt have decided to enhance bilateral cooperation in the healthcare sector with a specific... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Pakistan Commuters protest against removal of Jungshahi railway stop KARACHI: The Pakistan Railways’ abrupt decision to remove the Ghaus Bahauddin Zikria Express stop at Jungshahi... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Pakistan SHC extends stay on IRSA certificate for canal construction KARACHI: Sindh High Court has extended the stay order against the IRSA-issued water availability certificate related... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Markets ERR determination for FY2025-26: OGRA to evaluate SNGPL plea after conducting detailed review ISLAMABAD: Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) filed a petition with the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Editorials Case for export-led growth EDITORIAL: Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal has once again said all the right things. Speaking at the Karachi Chamber... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Pakistan IHC vacates stay order against removal of ATIR chairman ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has vacated the stay order against the removal of chairman, Appellate... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Print May 9 mayhem: Cases against IK, Cheema clubbed together ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan on Friday clubbed May 9 cases of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder... Updated 19 Apr, 2025 07:57am
Pakistan Two restaurants sealed, Rs400,000 fines imposed LAHORE: The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) on Friday sealed two restaurants for repeated non-compliance and imposed... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Pakistan QWP to move court against Mines and Minerals Bill: Sherpao PESHAWAR: Qaumi Watan Party (QWP) Chairman Aftab Ahmad Khan Sherpao on Friday said his party would resist with full... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Business & Finance FDI in real estate sector: Foreign investor recommends 10-year tax holiday ISLAMABAD: A leading foreign investor in real estate sector has strongly recommended a ten-year tax holiday for... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Pakistan SSUET holds seminar on ‘AI Emerging Technology for Youth Empowerment’ KARACHI: The Department of Computer Science & Information Technology of Sir Syed University of Engineering &... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Business & Finance Minister for business plan to enhance PLIC’s performance ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan has expressed dissatisfaction over the performance... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Pakistan KP govt to formulate dedicated mountain agri policy PESHAWAR: Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ali Amin Khan Gandapur, a major initiative aimed at promoting... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Pakistan Four militants killed in Swat IBO ISLAMABAD: In a significant development in the ongoing fight against terrorism, security forces and law enforcement... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Business & Finance Revenue collection targets: FBR instructs field formations to take enforcement action ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has given free-hand to its field formations for taking enforcement... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Pakistan Terrorist attack in Mehrestan: Mortal remains of eight Pakistanis repatriated to Bahawalpur ISLAMABAD: Foreign Office (FO) Spokesperson said on Friday that the mortal remains of eight Pakistani nationals,... Updated 19 Apr, 2025 07:56am
Pakistan Ayub, Aleema urge IHC to step in to end ‘deliberate blockade’ ISLAMABAD: Tempers flared in the capital on Friday as an enraged Omar Ayub, the opposition leader in the National... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Markets US Treasuries: Yields tick higher ahead of Easter long weekend NEW YORK: Yields on US Treasuries edged higher in uneventful pre-holiday trade on Thursday, wrapping up an... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Markets JGBs mixed in market lull as US starts talks with trade partners TOKYO: Shorter-dated Japanese government bond yields declined on Friday while super-long yields rose as investors... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Business & Finance SECP registers 2,757 new companies in March ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) registered a total of 2,757 new companies in... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Pakistan Severe heatwave may grip Karachi from 20th KARACHI: A severe heatwave is expected to grip Karachi Division, with daytime temperatures soaring by 4-6 Celsius... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Markets SNGPL clarifies propose increase in price for FY-25-26 LAHORE: The proposed average prescribed price for FY 2025-26 is Rs 2,485.72 per MMBTU. Approximately 51 percent of... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Pakistan Karachi mob kills member of minority community KARACHI: A mob attacked a place of worship of Pakistan’s Qadiani minority community in Karachi on Friday, killing... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Pakistan Economic progress: PM says enemies feel threatened ISLAMABAD: In a bold move to reassure the nation, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Friday declared that the government... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Pakistan Bilawal steps up his opposition to canal project HYDERABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari addressing a public gathering Friday said... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Print Sales tax, federal excise: FBR extends date of filing returns ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has extended the date of submission of Sales Tax and Federal Excise... Updated 19 Apr, 2025 09:28am
Business & Finance IIAP collects Rs.72.3m in cargo charges KARACHI: Islamabad International Airport (IIAP) has achieved a significant milestone in its cargo operations,... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Pakistan Intercepted registered vehicles: SC tells when defence of lawful excuse becomes indefeasible ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court declared that in cases of registered vehicles, if at the time the vehicle being... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Print Japan to provide $3m to UNHCR to support Afghan refugees ISLAMABAD: The government of Japan has decided to provide $3 million to UNHCR to support Afghan refugees and host... Updated 19 Apr, 2025 08:49am
Print IHC reserves verdict in fertiliser prices case ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has reserved its verdict in a case regarding the determination of... Updated 19 Apr, 2025 09:26am
Print World Bank seeks alteration in staff security mode of DHP ISLAMABAD: The World Bank (WB) has sought alteration in security mode of staff working on billions of dollars Dasu... Updated 19 Apr, 2025 08:49am
Print Shipping network welcomed: Pakistan, BD also seek air links resumption ISLAMABAD: Recognising connectivity as a priority, Pakistan and Bangladesh have welcomed the launch of direct... Updated 19 Apr, 2025 09:25am
Print Dar, SCO SG explore ways to boost ties ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar received the Secretary General of the... Updated 19 Apr, 2025 02:37pm
Pakistan Dar leaving for Kabul today ISLAMABAD: At the invitation of interim Afghan Foreign Minister, Deputy Prime Minister (DPM)/ Foreign Minister,... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Pakistan Renting property to illegal foreigners to attract stern govt action ISLAMABAD: The government has decided that strict action will be taken against those people who rent out any movable... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
World Iran has ‘serious doubts’ over US intentions ahead of talks MOSCOW: Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Friday cast doubt over the intentions of the United States a day... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Pakistan Exorbitant Hajj fares: CCP recovers Rs10m penalty from PIA ISLAMABAD: The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has recovered a long-standing penalty of Rs 10 million from... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Business & Finance Weekly SPI decreases 0.69pc ISLAMABAD: The SPI for the current week ended on April 17, 2025 decreased by 0.69percent. Major decrease is observed... Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:45am
Print Deal inked with IFC to accelerate e-mobility ISLAMABAD: The Government of Pakistan and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) as a part of World Bank’s... Updated 19 Apr, 2025 02:37pm
Print 4 GPPs ready switching to take-and-pay mode ISLAMABAD: Four Government Power Plants (GPPs) have sought Nepra’s approval to revise their existing ‘take or pay’... Updated 19 Apr, 2025 02:36pm
Print Rs664.62bn out of Rs1.1trn authorised under PSDP ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives has authorised a total of Rs664.62 billion... Updated 19 Apr, 2025 03:30pm
Print PM celebrates 23pc surge in IT exports ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday celebrated a 23 per cent surge in the country’s Information... Updated 19 Apr, 2025 03:30pm
Print Taxation machinery: PM proclaims carrot-and-stick approach Warns that those who will not work, will be subjected to penalties Updated 19 Apr, 2025 03:30pm
Sports Vince, Hasan propel Karachi Kings to commanding 56-run win over Quetta Gladiators Karachi Kings registered a comprehensive 56-run victory over Quetta Gladiators in Match 8 of the HBL PSL X at the... Published 19 Apr, 2025 01:06am
World Hezbollah ‘will not let anyone disarm’ it, says chief BEIRUT: Hezbollah “will not let anyone disarm” it, the Lebanese group’s leader Naim Qassem said Friday, as... Published 19 Apr, 2025 12:30am
Pakistan Bilawal threatens to withdraw support for govt over canals issue Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Friday reaffirmed his party’s stance on new canals,... Updated 19 Apr, 2025 12:59am
World Trump says US will soon ‘take a pass’ if no Ukraine deal WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said Friday the United States will “take a pass” on brokering further Ukraine war... Published 18 Apr, 2025 10:46pm
Business & Finance Discos privatisation: govt to make transaction committee for private sector participation Decision taken in 233rd meeting of Privatisation Commission Board Published 18 Apr, 2025 09:34pm
World Trump admin studying option to fire Fed chair Powell: White House WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump and his administration are studying whether dismissing independent Federal... Published 18 Apr, 2025 08:56pm
Pakistan Security forces kill four terrorists in Swat IBO: ISPR Security forces killed four terrorists during a joint intelligence-based operation (IBO) conducted in Swat district,... Published 18 Apr, 2025 07:14pm
Pakistan NDMA issues extreme weather alert for Punjab, Islamabad, northern region The National Disaster Management Authority’s (NDMA) National Emergencies Operation Centre (NEOC) has issued a... Published 18 Apr, 2025 06:47pm
Markets Gold price per tola decreases Rs300 in Pakistan After hitting record high in the previous session, gold prices decreased in the local market. In Pakistan, gold... Published 18 Apr, 2025 06:33pm
Markets CCP says recovered Rs10mn penalty from PIA for ‘abusing dominant position’ Development comes a day after govt announced to seek expressions of interest next week for sale of national carrier Updated 18 Apr, 2025 08:52pm
Pakistan FM Dar to leave for much-awaited visit to Kabul on Saturday: FO Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will depart on the long-awaited visit to Kabul tomorrow... Updated 18 Apr, 2025 06:08pm
Pakistan Pakistan expels over 80,000 Afghans in push ahead of April 30 deadline, adviser says ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has expelled over 80,000 Afghan nationals since the end of March, a senior official said on... Published 18 Apr, 2025 05:22pm
Perspectives The one-share marketable lot Recently, Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) introduced the one-share marketable lot for companies listed on the Stock... Published 18 Apr, 2025 05:17pm
Markets UAE markets track oil prices higher Stock exchanges in the United Arab Emirates closed higher on Friday, driven by oil prices that rose on hopes of a... Published 18 Apr, 2025 05:15pm
World Ukraine PM to visit Washington next week for resource deal talks KYIV: Ukraine’s prime minister will visit Washington next week for talks with top US officials aimed at clinching a... Published 18 Apr, 2025 05:10pm
World Putin’s order not to hit Ukraine energy targets has ‘expired’ MOSCOW: A 30-day moratorium on striking Ukrainian energy infrastructure ordered by Russian President Vladimir Putin... Published 18 Apr, 2025 05:05pm
Sports No need for big changes at Liverpool, says Slot LIVERPOOL: Liverpool manager Arne Slot believes maintaining the squad that is romping towards the Premier League... Published 18 Apr, 2025 05:02pm
Markets Samba Bank profit declines over 50% YoY in Jan-Mar 2025 Samba Bank Limited (SBL) posted a decline of 53% in its profit-after-tax (PAT) for the quarter ended March 31, 2025... Published 18 Apr, 2025 05:00pm
World Kyiv receives 909 bodies of Ukrainian soldiers KYIV: Kyiv said Friday it had received the bodies of hundreds of Ukrainian soldiers killed during battles with... Published 18 Apr, 2025 04:56pm
World Hamas calls for pressure to end Israel’s aid block on Gaza GAZA CITY: Hamas on Friday urged the international community to exert immediate pressure to end Israel’s complete... Published 18 Apr, 2025 04:53pm
World US threatens to withdraw from Ukraine talks if no progress European powers seeking a seat at the table since US President Donald Trump’s shock decision to open talks with Russia to end three-year-old war Updated 18 Apr, 2025 09:36pm
Business & Finance Italian fashion house Valentino suffers 22% profit drop in 2024 ROME: Italian fashion house Valentino’s operating profit dropped 22% last year, the company said on Friday, as the... Published 18 Apr, 2025 04:38pm