Pakistan The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Sunday (May 05, 2024) and the forecast for Monday (May 06, 2024).... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan Red Line BRT to be first biogas-powered bus service: Sharjeel KARACHI: Sindh Senior Minister and Provincial Minister for Information, Transport and Mass Transit, Excise, Taxation... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan PM greets Sadiq Khan on re-election as London’s mayor ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has congratulated Sadiq Khan on his re-election as Mayor of London. In a... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan Faizabad dharna commission submits report to SC ISLAMABAD: The Faizabad dharna inquiry commission report was submitted to the Supreme Court by the Attorney... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan Saylani Trust marks 25th anniversary of continuous charitable work KARACHI: The Saylani Welfare International Trust has reached a milestone of 25 years of continuous charitable work,... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan First CM Pink Games: Maryam mingles with players LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif participated in the first Chief Minister Pink Games closing... Updated 06 May, 2024 06:08am
Pakistan Hafiz Naeem, Iranian envoy discuss bilateral ties, other issues LAHORE Iran Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri-Moghaddam met with Jamaat-e-Islami Chief Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman on... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan Punjab wraps up special polio drive in 10 high-risk districts LAHORE: Punjab has wrapped up special polio campaign in 10 high-risk districts with polio eradication programme head... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Sports Wining T20 World Cup: PCB chief announces $100,000 cash award to each player LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman has announced cash award of $100,000 to each player, if they win... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan Ties between UAF, Syrian varsities to be strengthened FAISALABAD: Ties between the Syrian universities and University of Agriculture Faisalabad will be strengthened... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan Maryam meets S. Korean envoy LAHORE: “We want to take benefit from Korean technology for industrial development,” said Punjab Chief Minister... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
World Top Afghan diplomat in India quits after $2m gold smuggling reports NEW DELHI: Afghanistan’s top diplomat in India resigned days after she was reportedly caught by airport ... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
World Niger receives new Russian advisors, equipment NIAMEY, (Niger): New Russian military advisors and military equipment have arrived in Niger, according to state... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
World Indian air force corporal killed in IIOJK OCCUPIED SRINAGAR: An Indian air force member was killed and four more injured when suspected Mujahideen ambushed a... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
World Dozens arrested in weekend of protests on US campuses NEW YORK: Police on Saturday arrested at least 25 pro-Palestinian protesters and cleared an encampment at the... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
World Xi praises French ties as Macron prepares to talk trade PARIS: President Xi Jinping lauded China’s ties with France as an international model on Sunday as he arrived in... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
World ADL warns of global surge in anti-Semitism NEW YORK: The Anti-Defamation League on Sunday warned that “the future of Jewish life in the West” was under... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
World Floods in Brazil kill 55, force 70,000 from homes PORTO ALEGRE (Brazil): Raging floods and mudslides have killed at least 55 people in southern Brazil and forced... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
World Kenya floods death toll at 228 as crisis persists NAIROBI: Kenya said Sunday that the death toll from weeks of devastating rains and floods had risen to 228 and ... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
World North Korea UN envoy says new sanctions panel will fail SEOUL: North Korea’s ambassador to the United Nations said efforts to set up a new panel to monitor sanctions... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
World BD reopens schools as searing temperatures drop DHAKA: Schools in Bangladesh reopened on Sunday and classes were continuing over the weekend after a searing ... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
World Israeli police raid Al Jazeera after shutdown order OCCUPIED JERUSALEM/DOHA: Israeli police raided a Jerusalem hotel room used by Al Jazeera as its de facto office on... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan Two key members of ‘Shar gang’ killed: Bugti tribe joins police in katcha area operation KARACHI: Two notorious dacoits were killed in fierce clash between forces and a gang of katcha area in joint... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan Dar shows concern over Israel’s ongoing brutal military onslaught against Palestinians ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has expressed deep concern over Israel’s ongoing “brutal military onslaught” against the... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan PDP demands govt take action against tax evaders KARACHI: The tax evaders and black economy mafia bosses are putting a strong resistance to the bids of government to... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan Asfandyar’s son Aimal elected ANP president PESHAWAR: Aimal Wali Khan, the son of veteran politician Asfandyar Wali Khan, has been elected as the central... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan KP to launch Rs1bn youth entrepreneurship programme PESHAWAR: The provincial government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has decided to launch a “Youth Entrepre-neurship... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan KEMU students visit Alhamra Museum LAHORE: Venturing into the realm of cultural enlightenment, 50 students from King Edward Medical University embarked... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan Zong 4G joins hands with SehatYab KARACHI: Zong 4G has partnered with SehatYab to offer a comprehensive suite of mental health services for its ... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan ‘Exam season: Power load-shedding tormenting students, says expert KARACHI: As A and O level students are going through their examinations while exams of matriculation would start ... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan Karachi: CM vows to improve law and order situation KARACH: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has vowed to maintain peace in Karachi at any cost, saying that the... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan SAU, consortium of Chinese universities to establish int’l joint lab HYDERABAD: In a groundbreaking collaboration with a consortium of Chinese universities, Sindh Agriculture University... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan Two TTP terrorists killed in Rawalpindi LAHORE: Two terrorists of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) were killed during a police encounter in Rawalpindi, a... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan JI seeks action against K-E for ‘violating’ decisions made by Nepra KARACHI: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Karachi interim Ameer Munim Zafar has written a letter to the chairman National... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Pakistan Dar greets Gambian president for organising OIC summit ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held a bilateral meeting with President of the... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Print Need stressed to implement much delayed TTS ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s recent commitment to robust tax enforcement has underscored the urgent... Updated 06 May, 2024 06:23am
Print Export of goods to Afghanistan, CAR: KP exporters seek incentives in PKR PESHAWAR: All Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Exporters Association during a meeting held at Landikotal city of Khyber District... Updated 06 May, 2024 06:26am
Print Budget 2024-25: SPDC proposes 37pc increase in FED on tobacco products ISLAMABAD: The Social Policy Development Centre (SPDC) has proposed a 37 percent increase in Federal Excise Duty... Updated 06 May, 2024 06:17am
Business & Finance KP’s traders: SCCI, FPCCI vow to raise issues before federal govt PESHAWAR: President, Sarhad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) Fuad Ishaq and Federation of Pakistan Chambers ... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Business & Finance SLIC’s 2023 business growth uncovers Pakistan’s untapped potential KARACHI: The State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan (SLIC) has disclosed its outstanding financial... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Print PIAF delegation meets minister: ‘Govt to take business-friendly initiatives for economic growth’ LAHORE: Federal Minister for Industries and Production Rana Tanveer Hussain has expressed the hope that the... Updated 06 May, 2024 06:11am
Business & Finance Maersk’s net profit sinks amid Red Sea attacks COPENHAGEN: Danish shipping giant Maersk posted a huge drop in net profit for the first quarter on Thursday as ... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Business & Finance Saudi Arabia posts budget deficit of $3.30bn in Q1 RIYADH: Saudi Arabia posted a budget deficit of 12.387 billion riyals ($3.30 billion) in the first quarter of 2024,... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Business & Finance Stable economy requires ‘long-term thinking’, says Rehmat Hasnie KARACHI: The path to a stable economy requires long-term thinking. Consistent policies are essential to attract... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Life & Style ‘Beygumbano’ talks colonialism and capitalism at World Art Dubai 2024 • Pakistani artist Eemaan Bano Rahman debuts first large-scale exhibit in Gulf city, discusses potential in Dubai... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Editorials The Maulana wasn’t entirely wrong EDITORIAL: Politics is a fickle business. JUI-F (Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Pakistan) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman headed... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Editorials Hurting growth of formal economy EDITORIAL: At a time when the federal government and finance minister are all talking about documenting the economy... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Print Wheat worth Rs330bn imported in 7 months ISLAMABAD: The wheat worth 330 billion rupees was imported in seven months—from August 2023 to March 2024—and ... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Print Blocking SIMs of non-filers: FBR decides to summon telcos’ operators ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has decided to call all telecom operators at the FBR Headquarters to... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Print 147MW Patrind HPP: Nepra disposes of SHPL motion for review ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has disposed of a review motion of Star Hydro... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Print Saudi business team arrives ISLAMABAD: A high-level Saudi business delegation arrived in Pakistan on Sunday with the aim of signing agreements... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Print Fast-track solar PV projects by Arab countries: FBR asked to amend sales tax, income tax laws ISLAMABAD: The Private Power & Infrastructure Board (PPIB) has asked Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to amend... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Print Pakistan, China vow to complete CPEC projects ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
Print IMF says its mission to visit this month KARACHI: An International Monetary Fund mission is expected to visit Pakistan this month to discuss a new programme,... Published 06 May, 2024 05:30am
World Islamic Cooperation denounces Gaza 'genocide', urges sanctions against Israel BANJUL: The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) on Sunday denounced a "genocide" in Gaza, urging its 57 member... Published 06 May, 2024 12:18am
World CIA chief headed to Qatar to for 'emergency' meeting on Gaza talks: source DOHA: CIA director Bill Burns is expected in Doha to meet with Qatar's prime minister for "emergency" discussions on... Published 05 May, 2024 10:22pm
World Saudi Arabia posts budget deficit of $3.30 billion in first quarter RIYADH: Saudi Arabia posted a budget deficit of 12.387 billion riyals ($3.30 billion) in the first quarter of 2024,... Published 05 May, 2024 09:12pm
World China’s Xi praises French ties as Macron prepares to talk trade PARIS: President Xi Jinping lauded China’s ties with France as an international model on Sunday as he arrived in... Published 05 May, 2024 08:01pm
Markets Gulf bourses end higher as Fed cut hopes rise Stock markets in the Gulf ended higher on Sunday, led by the Qatar index, after slowing US jobs growth in April... Updated 05 May, 2024 09:52pm
Business & Finance IMF says its mission will visit Pakistan this month to discuss new loan Accelerating reforms now more important than size of programme, which will be guided by package of reform and balance of payments needs, lender says Updated 05 May, 2024 10:11pm
Sports Bangladesh cruise to six-wicket win over Zimbabwe CHITTAGONG: Towhid Hridoy top-scored with 37 as Bangladesh cruised to a six-wicket win over Zimbabwe in the second... Updated 05 May, 2024 09:49pm
World Hamas chief accuses Israel PM of Gaza truce talks sabotage DOHA: Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh on Sunday accused Israel’s prime minister of sabotaging efforts by... Published 05 May, 2024 06:11pm
Sports PCB chief says each player to get $100,000 if Pakistan win T20 World Cup Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi announced on Sunday to award $100,000 to each player of the squad... Updated 05 May, 2024 10:25pm
World Cairo talks continue but hopes for Gaza ceasefire appear slim CAIRO: Prospects for a Gaza ceasefire appeared slim on Sunday as Hamas reiterated its demand for an end to the war... Published 05 May, 2024 05:27pm
Pakistan ‘Investment talks’: high-level Saudi business delegation lands in Pakistan Talks scheduled in various sectors of economy and some progress also expected on govt-to-business and govt-to-govt deals, Islamabad says Updated 05 May, 2024 10:00pm
World Local official says Israeli strike kills 3 in south Lebanon BEIRUT: A local official in southern Lebanon said an Israeli strike on a village Sunday killed a couple and their... Published 05 May, 2024 04:09pm
World Govt to ‘close’ Al Jazeera TV in Israel: Netanyahu Israeli police raid Al Jazeera after shutdown order Updated 05 May, 2024 08:48pm
World Driver dies after ramming car into White House gate WASHINGTON: A driver died after crashing a car into the exterior gate of the White House late Saturday, the US... Published 05 May, 2024 04:03pm
World Top Afghan diplomat in India quits after $2mn gold smuggling reports NEW DELHI: Afghanistan’s top diplomat in India resigned days after she was reportedly caught by airport authorities... Published 05 May, 2024 03:59pm
World Canada has ‘political compulsion’ to blame India for Sikh slaying: New Delhi NEW DELHI: Canada’s investigation into alleged Indian involvement in the assassination of a Sikh separatist in... Updated 05 May, 2024 10:40pm
World Death toll from Kenya floods rises to 228 NAIROBI: The number of people killed by flooding and other impacts of the heavy rains battering Kenya has risen to... Updated 05 May, 2024 10:16pm
Sports India’s Siraj regains rhythm ahead of T20 World Cup NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s pace spearhead Mohammed Siraj produced a scintillating new-ball burst in... Published 05 May, 2024 01:53pm
World Russia blames Baltic countries for the severing of most ties The “hostile line” of the Baltic countries have led to the severance of most of their ties with Russia, the Russian... Published 05 May, 2024 01:35pm
Markets Saudi Arabia’s non-oil business activity growth steady in April-PMI DUBAI: Saudi Arabia’s non-oil business activity grew at a steady rate in April despite a slowdown in new order... Published 05 May, 2024 01:31pm
Sports ‘Hypnotised’ Wilson into second World Snooker final SHEFFIELD: England’s Kyren Wilson cruised into his second World Snooker Championship final on Saturday and revealed... Published 05 May, 2024 01:22pm
Sports Eagles send Pendrith soaring into CJ Cup Byron Nelson lead LOS ANGELES: Taylor Pendrith made back-to-back eagles on his way to grabbing a one-stroke lead after Saturday’s... Published 05 May, 2024 01:17pm
World Floods in southern Brazil kill 57, force 70,000 from homes PORTO ALEGRE: Raging floods and mudslides have killed at least 57 people in southern Brazil and forced nearly 70,000... Published 05 May, 2024 12:59pm
Life & Style Madonna kicks off huge show before giddy fans in Rio RIO DE JANEIRO: Dressed all in black, pop idol Madonna broke into her hit “Nothing Really Matters” Saturday night... Published 05 May, 2024 12:44pm
World Latest round of Gaza truce talks expected in Egypt GAZA STRIP: Talks to strike a Gaza truce were expected to resume Sunday after Hamas rejected any deal that failed to... Published 05 May, 2024 12:34pm
Pakistan PM Shehbaz congratulates Sadiq Khan on his election as London’s Mayor Premier says Khan's reelection is evidence of his aptitude and commitment to public service. Updated 05 May, 2024 10:48pm
World Rescuers brave Indonesia volcano eruptions to save pets TAGULANDANG: An Indonesian volunteer returns from a dangerous rescue mission to a remote island where a volcano... Published 05 May, 2024 12:07pm
World Canada PM hails 'rule of law' after arrests in Sikh separatist murder MONTREAL: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Saturday acknowledged fear in Canada’s Sikh community but underscored the... Updated 05 May, 2024 10:32pm
Sports Undisputed champion ‘Canelo’ Alvarez hands Munguia first defeat LAS VEGAS: Saul “Canelo” Alvarez retained his undiputed super-middleweight world title with a convincing unanimous... Published 05 May, 2024 11:47am
World France’s Macron set to press visiting Xi on trade, Ukraine PARIS: China’s President Xi Jinping heads to Paris on Sunday for a rare visit, with his French counterpart Emmanuel... Published 05 May, 2024 11:18am
Life & Style Paramount bidders await word from special committee evaluating options A special committee of the Paramount Global board charged with evaluating offers for the company met Saturday... Published 05 May, 2024 11:15am
Business & Finance UAW workers ratify US labor deal with Daimler Truck Members of the United Auto Workers on Saturday ratified a new labor contract with Daimler Truck that includes at... Published 05 May, 2024 11:07am
Sports Lionel Messi collects 1 goal, 5 assists as Inter Miami blast Red Bulls Lionel Messi had an MLS-record six goal contributions, Luis Suarez scored three times and Matias Rojas recorded a... Published 05 May, 2024 11:00am
World Dozens arrested in weekend of protests on US campuses Students across US have rallied or set up tents at dozens of universities to protest months-long Israeli aggression in Gaza Police have so far arrested over 2,000 protesters at colleges around the country Updated 05 May, 2024 10:27pm
World Australian police shoot boy dead after stabbing with 'hallmarks' of terrorism SYDNEY: Australian police said on Sunday they had shot dead a boy after he stabbed a man in Western Australia's... Updated 05 May, 2024 10:43am
World Fake videos of Modi aides trigger political showdown in India election BENGALURU/LUCKNOW: Manipulated videos are taking centre stage as campaigning heats up in India's election, with fake... Updated 05 May, 2024 10:43am
Sports Aryna Sabalenka takes positives from Madrid Open defeat to Swiatek Aryna Sabalenka said she was encouraged by the level of her performances in the Madrid Open despite her defeat to... Published 05 May, 2024 10:06am
World Vladimir Putin attends Easter service led by head of Russia’s Orthodox Church President Vladimir Putin and scores of other Moscow worshippers attended an Easter service on Sunday, led by the... Published 05 May, 2024 10:02am
Pakistan The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Saturday (May 04, 2024) and the forecast for Sunday (May 05, 2024).... Published 05 May, 2024 02:54am
Pakistan Intending pilgrims advised to ensure vaccination ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony on Saturday advised intending pilgrims to get... Published 05 May, 2024 02:54am
Pakistan Faisal Karim Kundi takes oath as KP governor PESHAWAR: Pakistan People’s Party’s (PPP) Faisal Karim Kundi on Saturday took oath as Governor Khyber ... Published 05 May, 2024 02:54am
Pakistan PML-N general council meeting on 11th LAHORE: A meeting of the general council of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has been scheduled on May 11... Published 05 May, 2024 02:54am
Pakistan Sindh Cabinet meets: Rs177.517m approved for purchase of police vehicles KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah presiding over a cabinet meeting approved the allocation of... Published 05 May, 2024 02:54am
Pakistan Sindh Secretary Health implementation of ‘concrete’ anti-measles strategy across province KARACHI: Secretary Health Sindh Rehan Iqbal Baloch has issued a notification to implement a concrete strategy across... Published 05 May, 2024 02:54am
Pakistan Wasa asked to start making arrangements for pre-monsoon rains LAHORE: Commissioner Lahore Zaid Bin Maqsood has asked the Water and Sanitation Authority (Wasa) to start the... Published 05 May, 2024 02:54am
Pakistan Hike in cigarette prices: 18pc of people quit smoking ISLAMABAD: Pakistan-based think tank Center for Research and Dialogue (CRD) survey disclosed that 18 percent of... Published 05 May, 2024 02:54am