India secured a crucial 21-run victory over a spirited Oman side in their latest clash at the Asia Cup 2025. The match was a thrilling contest, with India showcasing their depth and experience to overcome a determined Omani challenge. Batting first, India posted a competitive total, thanks to a steady top-order performance and some explosive … Read more
Ishaq Dar has said that several other Arab countries want to become part of the recent agreement between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. Speaking to reporters after arriving in London, the foreign minister said it is too early to confirm anything, but interest from other Arab nations is clear. Dar explained that the Pakistan-Saudi agreement was … Read more
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping held a phone conversation to discuss trade and bilateral relations, according to Chinese media. Trump said the call with Xi was productive and confirmed they will meet during the APEC Summit in South Korea. He also announced that he plans to visit China early next year, while Xi is expected … Read more
A legal battle unfolding at the UK High Court’s First Tier Tribunal, Property Chamber, has cast doubts over the fairness and proportionality of actions taken by the London Borough of Waltham Forest against prominent British-Asian property professional Mr. Asad Chaudhary and his associated companies, according to court papers. Asad Chaudhary – alongside ZAS Ventures Limited, … Read more
Pakistan has extended its airspace ban on all India-registered aircraft, according to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). The CAA spokesperson said the restriction applies to all Indian airlines and operators, including planes leased by Indian companies. The ban also covers Indian military flights. The updated order took effect from 1:00 PM on September 19 and … Read more
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has announced that applications are now open for the Hajj 2026 under the Private Hajj Scheme, giving thousands of hopeful pilgrims another chance to apply. According to the ministry, 37,903 new pilgrims can now submit their applications this year. Meanwhile, 22,097 people who could not perform Hajj last year have … Read more
Mayor Murtaza Wahab has expressed serious concern over the constant delays and public hardships caused by the Green Line and Red Line projects in Karachi. According to reports, he urged the Pakistan International Development Company Limited (PIDCL) to share a clear and final completion timeline for both projects. He stressed that the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation … Read more
KARACHI: Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Chairman of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), has called for joint efforts from all stakeholders to solve Karachi’s long-standing water problems. Speaking to the media during his visit to Gutter Baghicha, Bilawal said the Sindh Government has taken major steps to improve the city’s water supply. These include launching a new … Read more
Karachi: A local court in Malir has ordered a halt to the construction of the Bhains Colony railway bridge, just days after the project was launched. According to the News, residents of the area went to court, saying the construction work had blocked the roads leading to their homes. After hearing initial arguments from both … Read more
The federal and Sindh governments have agreed to draft a National Wheat Policy to tackle food security challenges and protect local farmers. This understanding came during a meeting in Karachi between Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah and Federal Minister for National Food Security Rana Tanveer Hussain. Several senior officials from both sides attended, … Read more
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has released its latest Mark-to-Market (M2M) exchange rates for September 19, 2025, giving a clear picture of how major global currencies are performing against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR). These rates are based on data from brokerage houses and LSEG Workspace, showing the weighted average of closing interbank exchange rates. … Read more
Sri Lanka registered a comfortable 8-wicket win over Afghanistan in their Asia Cup 2025 match on Thursday. The Sri Lankan team delivered a strong all-round performance to outclass Afghanistan and secure crucial points in the tournament. Afghanistan, batting first, were restricted to a modest total by disciplined Sri Lankan bowling. In reply, Sri Lanka chased … Read more
Swat: Strong earthquake tremors were felt in Swat and nearby areas, including Mingora and Buner, on Thursday morning, causing panic among residents. People rushed out of their homes and buildings in fear as the ground shook for several seconds. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, the earthquake had a magnitude of 4.2 on the Richter … Read more
Chaman, Balochistan: A suicide attack at a taxi stand near the Pakistan-Afghanistan border in Chaman killed four people, police said. One person was also injured in the blast. According to police, security forces collected the body parts of the attacker from the site. The bodies of the victims and the injured person were shifted to … Read more
Shehbaz Sharif, the Prime Minister of Pakistan, has arrived in London on a four-day official visit to the United Kingdom. His plane landed at Luton Airport, where officials from the Pakistan High Commission and local community leaders welcomed him. Sources said that before arriving in London, the Prime Minister made a brief stop in Geneva, … Read more
ÜRÜMQI, CHINA: President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari paid a visit to the Xinjiang Islamic Institute in Asif Ali Zardari visited the Xinjiang Islamic Institute in Ürümqi, where he praised the institute’s role in promoting religious education and cultural exchange between Pakistan and China, according to a news source. Zardari highlighted the importance of such … Read more
In a major step to strengthen economic ties, the United States and the United Kingdom have signed a landmark bilateral trade agreement. The deal marks a new chapter in the two countries’ relationship and aims to boost cooperation in multiple sectors. After the signing ceremony, US President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer … Read more
According to officials, the Karakoram Express, Shah Hussain Express, and Khushhal Khan Khattak Express have been suspended for now. Passengers booked on these trains are being shifted to the Business Express instead. Alongside the cancellations, several other trains are facing delays. The Pakistan Express to Rawalpindi, originally scheduled for 2:00 pm, will now depart at … Read more
Karachi: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced plans to open three new mega centers in the city to make its services more accessible for citizens. According to media reports, NADRA will set up these mega centers in Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Gulberg, and Surjani Town by March 2026. Amir Ali Khan, the NADRA Sindh Director … Read more
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Thursday reinstated Hafeez-ur-Rehman as the Chairman of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), according to reports. Hafeez-ur-Rehman had requested the court to set aside the earlier decision of a single bench that removed him from office and to suspend that order until a final verdict was given on his appeal. … Read more
Tokyo: Pakistan’s star javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem missed out on a medal in the World Athletics Championships final despite a strong effort on Thursday. Arshad started with a throw of 82.73 meters, placing him seventh. His second attempt was ruled a foul. He improved slightly on his third attempt with a throw of 82.75 meters, … Read more
Karachi: The Chief Minister, Murad Ali Shah, said on Thursday that the under-construction Ghotki-Kandhkot Bridge will be the longest bridge over the Indus River in Sindh. He was chairing a meeting to review the progress of the project. Shah said the bridge will play a key role in boosting the economy and improving traffic flow … Read more
Gujranwala: The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Gujranwala announced the results of the Intermediate Part II (Class 12) Annual Examinations 2025 on Thursday, with a female student once again claiming the top spot. According to the official result gazette, 135,810 students appeared in the exams this year, and 85,696 of them passed. Among … Read more
Pakistan defeated the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by 41 runs in their crucial Asia Cup 2025 group-stage match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. After winning the toss, the UAE chose to field first. Pakistan batted strongly and set a competitive target of 146 runs. In reply, UAE struggled to keep up with the required … Read more
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh, where they discussed the Palestine issue and agreed to strengthen cooperation between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. Shehbaz Sharif arrived at the Qasr Al-Yamamah royal palace, where mounted royal guards escorted him as part of the official Saudi protocol. Mohammed … Read more
Bol Kaffara is a beloved Pakistani song that captured millions of hearts. Originally a qawwali featured as the OST for the drama Parlour Wali Larki, it became an instant sensation despite the drama itself not gaining much attention. Over the years, the song’s popularity has only grown—so much so that it has even become a … Read more
Pakistan has secured a new beef export order worth $7.5 million from China, reflecting the rising demand for halal protein products in the Chinese market. The Organic Meat Company informed the Pakistan Stock Exchange that it will complete the order during the 2025–26 fiscal year. Under this agreement, the company will supply cooked, frozen, and … Read more
In the 10th match of the Asia Cup 2025, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) won the toss and decided to field first against Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The match started an hour late due to delays, but both teams entered the field with high energy. For Pakistan, fast bowler Haris Rauf and … Read more
