Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Thursday that the government’s economic reforms have given the economy a new direction. He emphasized that boosting both investment and trade is a central part of the government’s policy. He made these remarks while chairing a meeting on the national economy and foreign investment. Chief of Army Staff General … Read more
Islamabad: The Foreign Office (FO) has urged India to respect the inalienable rights of the Kashmiri people and stop the grave violations in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). The FO spokesperson said the people of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) fully enjoy their civil and political rights and actively shape their democratic future. … Read more
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has given Hamas until 6 p.m. on October 5 to accept his proposal to end the Israel-Hamas war, warning that if they refuse, they will be “hunted down and killed.” In a post on Truth Social on October 3, Trump wrote: “If this LAST CHANCE agreement is not reached, all … Read more
Main Manto Nahi Hoon is one of the most popular dramas of the season, winning huge praise since its debut. The show marked the television comeback of Sanam Saeed and Humayun Saeed, and audiences have loved the powerful performances and gripping storyline. Recently, actress Mira Sethi shared an interesting revelation about the drama during a … Read more
The Punjab government has simplified the process of getting a driving license to provide citizens with services right at their doorstep. Under the vision of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, mobile police stations and special license vans have been introduced to issue driving licenses across the province. DIG Traffic, Mohammad Waqas Nazir, said that these vans … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Friday strongly condemned Israel for intercepting the Global Sumud Flotilla and raised serious concerns about the safety of those on board, the Foreign Office said in a statement. The FO spokesperson called the flotilla an important humanitarian mission and a symbol of global solidarity, stressing that Israel is violating international law by … Read more
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has promised that development will reach every part of the province, not just Lahore. She said the government will improve villages, streets, and roads, build parks for every child, provide clean water for every home, and give shelter to every poor family. Announcing metro projects for Gujranwala and Faisalabad, Maryam … Read more
The Israeli navy carried out a large operation against the global “Sumud Flotilla” heading to Gaza, stopping 42 boats and arresting more than 450 activists on board. According to the flotilla organizers, those detained include former Pakistani senator Mushtaq Ahmed, Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg, and Nkosi Mandela, the grandson of Nelson Mandela. Israeli forces … Read more
LONDON: For the first time in its 1,400-year history, the Church of England has appointed a woman as archbishop. According to an international media report, Dame Sarah Mullally has become the first female Archbishop of the Church of England. She is the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury, the most senior position in the Church. No woman … Read more
Instagram head Adam Mosseri has once again dismissed the persistent conspiracy theory that Meta, the parent company of Instagram, secretly listens to users through their phone microphones to target ads. Speaking publicly on Wednesday, Mosseri addressed growing concerns over eerily accurate ad recommendations that many users believe stem from conversations they’ve had near their phones. … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Bureau of Statistics has released its weekly inflation report, revealing a 0.56% rise in the inflation rate over the past week. According to the data, prices of 19 essential items increased, 12 decreased, while 20 remained unchanged. The report shows that the country’s overall annual inflation rate has now reached 4.07%. During … Read more
Gaza: Israeli forces have escalated their offensive in Gaza, deploying remote-controlled vehicles packed with explosives to demolish entire neighborhoods in the heart of besieged Gaza City. The assault follows what the Israeli military described as a “last chance” evacuation warning issued to hundreds of thousands of Palestinians trapped in the densely populated enclave. Eyewitnesses report … Read more
Beijing: India and China are set to resume direct commercial flights later this month, marking a significant step toward normalizing relations that have remained strained since a deadly border clash in 2020. The Indian Embassy in China announced on Thursday via social media platform WeChat that flights between designated cities would restart by late October, … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said that the 20-point Gaza peace plan announced by U.S. President Donald Trump does not fully reflect the proposals presented by Muslim countries. Addressing the National Assembly, Dar highlighted the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, stating that “people are dying of hunger, and the UN, European … Read more
Washington D.C.: WWE has officially announced that 16-time World Champion John Cena will step into the ring for the final time on December 13, 2025, at the Capital One Arena in Washington D.C., marking the end of one of the most celebrated careers in wrestling history. The 48-year-old icon had earlier revealed that 2025 would … Read more
Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin has once again launched a scathing attack on the West over the ongoing war in Ukraine, claiming that the crisis was a “tragedy that could have been prevented” had NATO not expanded towards Russia’s borders. In his statement, President Putin described the war as painful and tragic for both the … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), a key ally of the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), staged a walkout from the National Assembly on Friday in protest against a recent statement by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. The walkout took place during a session chaired by Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, with PPP lawmakers leaving the … Read more
Manchester: Two men have been killed and five others injured in a brutal terror attack at a synagogue in Manchester during Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. Greater Manchester Police have named the victims as 53-year-old Adrian Daulby and 66-year-old Melvin Cravitz, both residents of the Crumpsall area. Formal identification is yet … Read more
KARACHI: The Sindh High Court (SHC) on Friday suspended Karachi University’s decision to cancel the degree of Justice Tariq Mahmood Jahangiri of the Islamabad High Court. The court was hearing a petition filed against the university’s decision, during which Karachi University Registrar Prof. Imran Siddiqui appeared before the bench. He informed the court that the … Read more
Karachi: A developing weather system over the Northeast Arabian Sea has intensified into a Deep Depression, and the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has warned that it may transform into a cyclonic storm within the next 12 hours. According to the PMD, the system is positioned approximately 400 kilometers south of Karachi. Its impact could lead … Read more
KARACHI: A comment by Pakistani commentator Sana Mir during the ICC Women’s World Cup clash between Bangladesh and Pakistan has stirred controversy in India after she identified cricketer Natalia Pervaiz as hailing from Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK). While calling the match, Sana Mir stated, Natalia Pervaiz, who is part of the Pakistan team, hails … Read more
Madinah: Prominent Pakistani-born religious scholar and Quran teacher, Qari Bashir Ahmad Siddiq, who devoted 44 years to teaching the Holy Quran at Masjid al-Nabawi ﷺ, has passed away. His death was officially confirmed by a spokesperson for Jamia Ashrafia Lahore. Qari Bashir Ahmad’s funeral prayer was held at Masjid al-Nabawi ﷺ, and he was laid … Read more
At least seven Indian-sponsored terrorists were killed in an intelligence-based operation (IBO) carried out by Pakistan’s security forces in the Sherani district of Balochistan, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement issued Friday. According to the military’s media wing, the operation was launched on October 1 following confirmed reports of the presence of … Read more
Dubai: Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav lauded Pakistan’s spirited performance in the Asia Cup 2025 final, despite India clinching a thrilling five-wicket win to lift their ninth Asia Cup title in Dubai. Speaking after the match, Kuldeep acknowledged the intensity of the contest and praised both sides for their competitive play. “We truly enjoyed the win,” … Read more
Israel has intercepted and dismantled nearly the entire Global Sumud Flotilla — a 44-boat humanitarian mission aiming to breach the blockade on Gaza, arresting around 450 international activists. However, one vessel, the Marinette, continues its journey towards the besieged Palestinian enclave, defying Israeli warnings. The Polish-flagged yacht, reportedly crewed by six individuals including activists from … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Mahmood Khan Achakzai, head of the Tehreek Tahafuz-e-Ayeen-e- Pakistan(TTAP), has called on all political parties to come together and hold fresh general elections in the country. Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad alongside leaders of the opposition alliance, Achakzai urged political stakeholders to “sit together, make a fresh start, and take the country … Read more
Karachi: Pakistan’s premier equestrian athlete, Usman Khan, has successfully qualified for the 2026 Asian Games following an outstanding performance at the International Three-Star Eventing competition held in France. Mounted on his horse, Eden of the Vert, Khan secured an impressive sixth place overall among 59 competitors in the challenging CCI3*-L (Long Format) event. His performance … Read more
Karachi: Actress Yashma Gill recently revealed an incident on a drama set where a fellow actress questioned the sincerity of her prayer because she was dressed in Western attire. The episode highlights the challenges media professionals often face regarding their religious practices. During a recent podcast, Yashma spoke about the unfair scrutiny actor’s face over … Read more
