The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has said that Israel must allow the United Nations and other aid agencies to deliver humanitarian assistance to Gaza. The court ruled that helping the people of Gaza is Israel’s responsibility under international law. The ICJ confirmed its authority to give an advisory opinion on the matter and stated … Read more
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called an important meeting of the federal cabinet to review the country’s economic and political situation. According to official sources, the cabinet will discuss the current state of the economy and key political developments. The meeting will also focus on the situation following the recent ceasefire with Afghanistan. Defence Minister … Read more
A part of a newly constructed helipad in Kerala’s Pramadam collapsed soon after Indian President Droupadi Murmu’s helicopter landed there on Wednesday. The incident took place at the Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium in Pathanamthitta’s Pramadam, where the president had arrived to visit Sabarimala. Never seen like this before — a helicopter being pushed by hand! … Read more
Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski will arrive in Pakistan tomorrow (Thursday) for a two-day official visit from October 23 to 24. During his stay, both countries will hold discussions covering the full range of bilateral relations. According to the Foreign Office, Sikorski is visiting Pakistan at the invitation of Deputy Prime … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has introduced a new digital payment system to make fee payments easier, faster, and more convenient for citizens. To simplify the process and reduce waiting times, NADRA has now connected its fee payments to mobile accounts and digital wallets. Citizens can now pay their fees instantly by … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The Power Division described the recent review of K-Electric’s tariff as a “major step forward” for the people of Karachi, emphasizing that it submitted the review on time and decided it purely on merit. In a statement, the division said that some groups are misrepresenting NEPRA’s decision, even though it is based on fairness, … Read more
LAHORE: The long-standing difficulty of getting or renewing a driving license in Punjab has finally been eased with the launch of a new initiative — the province’s first-ever Mobile Police Station and Licensing Unit Project. Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, formally inaugurated the mobile unit and inspected its different sections during the ceremony. … Read more
RAWALPINDI: Official documents have revealed that 3,942 undocumented Afghan nationals were sent back from Rawalpindi during the first ten months of this year, according to news. According to the documents, 2,817 Afghans without valid travel papers were repatriated to Afghanistan, while 232 were deported after their visas expired. Another 22 Afghans, carrying various types of … Read more
ISLAMABAD/QUETTA: The federal government announced on Wednesday that it will now provide advanced bulletproof vehicles to the Balochistan government after Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s newly elected Chief Minister, Mohammad Sohail Afridi, returned the fleet that was originally given to the KP police. Earlier, on October 9, 2025, the Interior Ministry had handed over a fleet of bulletproof … Read more
Tremors from a moderate earthquake were felt in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and several parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa late at night. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the earthquake had a magnitude of 5.3 and originated in the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan. The quake struck at 11:15 p.m. at a depth of 234 kilometers. People … Read more
In the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, South Africa defeated Pakistan under the DLS method, knocking the national team out of the semifinal race. The rain-affected match in Colombo saw South Africa post a strong total of 312 runs for 9 wickets in 40 overs. Due to revised conditions, Pakistan was set a target of … Read more
Under growing pressure from the ongoing Gaza war, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has removed his National Security Adviser, Tzachi Hanegbi, from office. According to Netanyahu’s statement, the adviser has been replaced with immediate effect. Reports suggest Hanegbi had opposed Israel’s recent attacks on Gaza and earlier strikes targeting Hamas leaders in Qatar. Hanegbi, a … Read more
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Hamas of “brutal consequences” if it violates the current ceasefire agreement. He said the United States and its allies would take “decisive and harsh action” to end the group if it broke the truce. In his latest statement, Trump said, “If Hamas breaks the ceasefire, we will eliminate … Read more
COLOMBO: In the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, South Africa set a 306-run target for Pakistan under the DLS method after scoring 312 runs for 9 wickets in 40 overs. The match was reduced to 40 overs per side due to heavy rain. Earlier, the Pakistan captain opted to bowl first after winning the toss, … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that Pakistan may face a new wave of inflation in the coming year as energy subsidies end and power tariffs return to normal levels. In its Middle East and Central Asia Regional Economic Outlook, the IMF projected that inflation could rise again in fiscal year 2025–26, while … Read more
TEHRAN: Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has firmly rejected former U.S. President Donald Trump’s offer to restart nuclear talks, calling his claims about destroying Iran’s nuclear program “a fantasy.” According to Iranian media, Khamenei’s remarks came after five indirect rounds of talks between Tehran and Washington, which ended in June following the 12-day Israel-Iran … Read more
ISLAMABAD: In a major step to improve train and passenger safety, Pakistan Railways has decided to install signal jammers in all trains to counter the growing threat of terrorism. Officials said the move aims to prevent terrorist attacks on railway tracks and trains and protect passengers’ lives. Each train will have three signal jammers, while … Read more
RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has said that Pakistan is taking firm steps to free Balochistan from the curse of India-backed militancy and extremist elements. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Army Chief met participants of the 17th National Workshop in Balochistan at the General Headquarters (GHQ). … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday launched INSPIRE Pakistan’s Initiative to Nurture Semiconductor Professionals for Industry, Research & Education, marking a major step toward building a knowledge-driven digital economy and entering the $600 billion global semiconductor market. The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) is leading the INSPIRE initiative, with the Pakistan Software … Read more
The Pakistan Embassy in Beijing, in partnership with the China International Cultural Communication Center (CICCC), hosted the first-ever Pakistan-China Fashion Show at the Great Wall of China. Renowned Pakistani designers Maheen Khan, Moazzam Abbasi, Ayesha Tariq, Rizwaullah, and Zain Hashmi showcased collections blending Pakistani and Chinese styles. China-based Pakistani designer Aqeel Chaudhary also displayed his … Read more
KARACHI: K-Electric has cut off electricity to Karachi’s Lines Area after unpaid dues from residents crossed Rs4 billion, the company’s spokesperson said on Monday. According to K-Electric, the power supply was disconnected due to widespread non-payment by defaulters. The company urged residents to clear their bills immediately, warning that timely payments are crucial to reduce … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday said there is no room for hatred, chaos, or terrorism in Pakistan as he extended warm Diwali greetings to the Hindu community. Speaking at a Diwali celebration hosted at the Prime Minister’s House, Shehbaz Sharif praised the valuable contributions of all communities to Pakistan’s progress. He said the … Read more
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Monday stressed the need for unity among political parties to address national challenges and ensure internal stability. During their meeting at Bilawal House in Karachi, both leaders discussed the country’s political situation, law and order, and matters of mutual interest. Naqvi briefed … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan-Afghanistan border is expected to reopen within the next 24 to 48 hours, sources told private media on Monday, following an agreement on a ceasefire between the two neighbouring countries. Pakistan had closed the Torkham and Chaman crossings on October 12 after the Afghan Taliban, along with affiliated militants, attacked multiple Pakistani border … Read more
KARACHI: Tomato prices have skyrocketed across the country, giving citizens another strong jolt of inflation. In many areas, tomatoes are now selling for more than the price of chicken per kilogram. In the open market, tomatoes are being sold between Rs400 and Rs650 per kg, while in the wholesale market, the price has reached Rs350 … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday chaired a review meeting on the energy reforms package and directed the Power Division to prepare comprehensive policy recommendations for improving the sector. The prime minister said that supporting industrialists and investors is among the government’s top priorities, as the growth of industry and agriculture is essential for … Read more
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan finished the first day of the second Test against South Africa at 259 for 5 after choosing to bat first at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Captain Shan Masood led from the front with a brilliant 87-run knock, while Abdullah Shafique added a solid 57 runs at the top. Other batters contributed modestly — … Read more
KARACHI: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced that it will hire 200 Junior Executives (Data Entry Operators) across different districts of Karachi and interior Sindh as part of its plan to expand and improve services. According to officials, the recruitment drive will cover five districts in Karachi and nine districts in interior … Read more
