‘Kashmir Solidarity Day’ being observed today with zeal in Pakistan,…
ISLAMABAD : Kashmir Solidarity Day is being observed today (Wednesday) with a pledge to whole-heartedly the just…
International
In shock announcement, Trump says US wants to take over Gaza Strip
WASHINGTON:President Donald Trump said the US would take over the war-ravaged Gaza Strip and develop it economically after Palestinians are resettled elsewhere, actions that would shatter decades of US policy toward the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Trump unveiled his surprise plan, without providing specifics, at a joint press conference on…
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Hezbollah says Nasrallah funeral to be held on February 23
BEIRUT (Lebanon):The funeral for Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah will be held on February 23, the group's current…
Israeli military says 50 killed in weeks-long West Bank operation
JENIN (Palestinian Territories) : The Israeli military said Sunday that it had killed at least 50 Palestinians…
EU vows firm response if Trump unleashes tariffs
BRUSSELS (Belgium) :The European Union insisted Sunday it would retaliate "firmly" if US President Donald Trump hit…
White House says Trump to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, China today
WASHINGTON:US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Feb 1) will implement tariffs of 25 per cent on Canadian and…
Defence
Bunker demolition resumes in Kurram to restore peace
PESHAWAR : The mission to restore peace in Kurram district would resume today (Thursday) with the demolition of bunkers.
According to official sources, four convoys carrying essential supplies would be dispatched this month. If security clearance is granted, another convoy with relief items is likely to be sent today.
A jirga of signatories…
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Talks resume for peace restoration in Kurram amid ongoing…
PESHAWAR : Efforts to restore peace in Kurram District have resumed with negotiations restarting alongside operations against miscreants in specific areas of…
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22 terrorists gunned down in Khyber district IBOs: ISPR
PESHAWAR : Security forces eliminated 22 terrorists and injured 18 others during multiple operations conducted in Khyber district's Tirah Valley over the past…
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Articles
“Remembering Arfa Karim: Pakistan’s Pride and a Shining Star”
Marks the 13th death anniversary of Arfa Karim Randhawa, a brilliant and talented Pakistani who left an indelible…
Who is this Messiah You Have Killed?” – A Tribute to…
*Written By : Samira Gul*
The 17th death anniversary of the martyred leader, Benazir Bhutto, is being…
Shared Literary Heritage Of Eco Countries Celebrated At A Poetry Event…
Ankara: Reported by Shabana Ayaz
The Economic Cooperation Organization Cultural Institute (ECOCI) and the…
Business
PTCL Group and PPAF Celebrate Empowerment and Success Through Ba-Ikhtiar Project
Islamabad: PTCL Group, in collaboration with the Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF), hosted an inspiring…
Haaris Mahmood Chaudhary Appointed CEO of Mobilink Bank
ISLAMABAD:The Board of Mobilink Bank has announced the appointment of Haaris Mahmood Chaudhary as the new Chief…
Gold prices dip by Rs700 per tola
The price of 24 karat per tola gold decreased by Rs.700 and was sold at Rs 275,000 on Monday against its sale at Rs…
Investigative stories
Record Voter Turnout in GE-2024, Despite Drop in Participation Rate
Islamabad: Shakila Jalil
The Free and Fair Election Network (FAFEN) has released a detailed analysis of voters' participation in the General Election 2024 (GE-2024) as part of its celebration of National Voters Day. The report provides…
Missing Files, Broken Promises: Senate Committee Demands Answers
Islamabad :Senator Abdul Shakoor Khan chaired meeting of the Senate Functional Committee on Government Assurances held today at Parliament House.
The Senate Committee deliberated on the missing files of houses located in the I-10/4 and…
Pak-China Relation
President Zardari to pay a state visit to China from Feb 4-8
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari is scheduled to undertake a state visit to China from February 4-8, 2025, at…
Pak-US Relation
More USAID staff ousted after Trump administration dismantles aid agency
WASHINGTON:The Trump administration removed two top security officials at USAID during the weekend after…
Diplomatic News
Turkish University Fair 2025: A New Era for Pakistan-Türkiye Academic Ties –…
Several universities from Türkiye showcased new educational opportunities for Pakistani youth in a local hotel in…
City news
Serena Interchange nears completion as CDA Chairman reviews progress
ISLAMABAD:Chairman Capital Development Authority (CDA), Muhammad Ali Randhawa, accompanied by Member Engineering…
Sports
Pakistan announce squad for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
LAHORE:The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a 15-player squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
The event is scheduled to take place in Pakistan from Feb 19 to March 9.
The PCB has until Feb 11 to make any changes to the squad. Thereafter, replacements will only be permitted on medical grounds, subject to approval by the ICC Event…
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Pakistan-Kazakhstan Davis Cup Playoff tie next month
ISLAMABAD:The Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) has announced that the Davis Cup World Group-I Playoff tie between…
National Tenpin Bowling C’ship begins next month
ISLAMABAD:Pakistan Ten Pin Bowling Federation (PTBF) is set to host the National Tenpin Bowling Championship from…
Tourism
The 4th Pakistan Travel Mart kick starts to promote tourism
KARACHI:The 4th edition of international travel and tourism event Pakistan Travel Mart (PTM) 2025 featuring exhibition stalls conferences and interactive sessions kick starts here at Expo Center Karachi that will continue till Sunday, February 2, 2025.
Pakistani cuisine recipes
Sindh Minister for Culture and Tourism Syed Zulfiqar Ali Shah,…
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BBC enlists Pakistan’s Gligit Baltistan among top places to visit in 2025
From bubblegum-coloured lakes in Australia to a solar-powered safari camp in Botswana, BBC journalists provide a…
Unlocking Pakistan’s tourism destinations through digital platforms vital for…
Swat:In the tranquil winter wonderland of Oshu Valley in Upper Kalam, Faraz Khan, a 32-year-old tourist from…
Human rights
Maid flees after torturing three-month-old baby in Lahore
LAHORE :A maid is on the run after allegedly looting jewelry worth over Rs 0.25…
Law and order
LHC issues new judges’ seniority list after Justice Sarfraz Dogar’s…
LAHORE:Following the transfer of Justice Sardar Muhammad Sarfraz Dogar to the…
Overseas
Thousands of students, overseas stranded in Kurram
PESHAWAR:The prolonged closure of roads in Kurram District for over four months…
Climate change
Cold and dry weather to prevail across country: PMD
ISLAMABAD : Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted mainly cold and dry weather for most parts of the country, with very cold conditions in hilly areas during the next 24 hours.
However, shallow to moderate fog is anticipated at isolated locations in south Punjab and upper Sindh during morning and night hours.
The synoptic…
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Cold and dry weather likely to prevail in most parts of country
ISLAMABAD :Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast mainly cold and dry weather in most…
Rain, snow intensify cold weather across Punjab, Northern regions
LAHORE:Rain in Lahore and various cities of Punjab has significantly increased the cold, while fog has considerably…
Health & Education
HEC Executive Director advocates for digital transformation in academic credentials
ISLAMABAD:Dr. Zia Ul Qayyum, Executive Director of the Higher Education Commission (HEC), has emphasized the importance of streamlining the degree verification process and eliminating the need for intermediaries.
Talking in a recent podcast, he stated, “No one should be forced to pay agents for degree verification. If you approach HEC directly,…
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Year’s first anti-Polio drive launched
ISLAMABAD:The government has officially launched the first national Polio immunization campaign of year 2025.…
NSU Welcomes APSUP President South Punjab Chapter
National Skills University Islamabad (NSU) extended a warm welcome to Mr. Asim Nazir Ahmad, the newly appointed…