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LHC CJ suspends operation of Punjab land protection ordinance

"Someone should inform the government that if this law remains in force, even Jati Umra could be vacated within half an hour,” says Justice Aalia Neelum.

Updated 22 Dec, 2025 01:06pm

CDF Field Marshal Munir awarded King Abdulaziz medal for his efforts to ‘advance Pak-Saudi ties’

SPA says CDF Munir given medal in honour of his efforts to strengthen Pak-Saudi relationship, cooperation; ISPR says award is kingdom’s “highest national honour”.

Updated 22 Dec, 2025 10:12am

Alleged Bondi shooters conducted ‘tactical’ training in New South Wales countryside, police say

Police documents say the two had carried out “firearms training” in what was believed to be the New South Wales countryside prior to the shooting.

Updated 22 Dec, 2025 11:44am

Multan’s Nishtar Hospital sacks doctor for misbehaving with patient’s family after video goes viral on social media

In the video, the doctor had raised his arm and showed the patient's family the middle finger.

Published 22 Dec, 2025 12:28pm

After Fauji Fertiliser’s exit, only 3 in race as PIA bid opens tomorrow

As per the transaction structure, the bidding will be on the basis of a 75 per cent stake in PIA.

Updated 22 Dec, 2025 08:04am

Tax-to-GDP ratio to stall over five years, IMF expects

Forecasts provincial taxes to offset stagnant federal collections; notes tax revenue collection in FY25 fell short by Rs1.224tr relative to budget projections.

Updated 22 Dec, 2025 07:40am

Gold hits record high on US rate cut bets; silver joins rally to hit all-time peak

Spot gold rises 1.2 per cent to a record $4,391.92 an ounce; spot silver climbs 2.7opc to hit a historic high of $69.23.

Updated 22 Dec, 2025 09:21am

Karachi Metropolitan Corporation told to stop breeding of exotic species at zoo

Sindh chief secretary calls for comprehensive assessment of existing exotic animals at Karachi zoo.

Updated 22 Dec, 2025 09:16am

FBISE model to be replicated nationwide for modernising education boards

Planning, education ministries and FBISE working on proposed project, says board chairman.

Published 22 Dec, 2025 06:45am

New platform launched to digitise agri finance

Under the initiative, farmers will be able to apply digitally through the app for financing of up to Rs1 million.

Updated 22 Dec, 2025 07:21am

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Mercosur Leaders Meet in Brazil Ahead of EU Trade Deal Signing

Cambodian Students Struggle to Attend School Amid Ongoing Border Clashes

US, Jordanian Forces Launch Airstrikes on ISIS Targets in Syria

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PepsiCo launches Rise Together initiative in Pakistan to rebuild livelihoods of flood-affected food cart vendors

The two-year programme aims to restore incomes for street-food vendors while strengthening community resilience after the 2025 floods.

Bayer Pakistan strengthens women’s health portfolio by launching new medication to treat endometriosis

The new medication reinforces Bayer Pakistan’s commitment to improving access to innovative therapies for women’s reproductive health.

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The renewable facility will support uninterrupted fertilizer production in Pakistan by providing USD liquidity for critical imports strengthening food security and agricultural resilience.

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Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi sentenced to 17 years in Toshakhana 2 case

The case pertains to the purchase of an expensive Bulgari jewellery set at a throwaway price; Imran, Bushra Bibi also fined Rs16.4 million; court says it took a "lenient view" by awarding "lesser punishment".

Pakistan , Updated 20 Dec, 2025 10:04pm

Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi sentenced to 17 years in Toshakhana 2 case

US ‘very grateful’ for Pakistan’s offer to be part of Gaza stabilisation force: Marco Rubio

US secretary of state says further clarity needed before countries formally commit, expresses confidence several nations are “willing to step forward”.

World , Updated 20 Dec, 2025 07:32am

US ‘very grateful’ for Pakistan’s offer to be part of Gaza stabilisation force: Marco Rubio

23 passengers travelling to Malaysia for ‘illegal’ jobs offloaded: FIA

Passengers did not have sufficient cash nor could they provide the required money for obtaining a visa, were travelling on visit visas.

Pakistan , Published 20 Dec, 2025 12:04am

23 passengers travelling to Malaysia for ‘illegal’ jobs offloaded: FIA

Karachi World Book Fair begins

Publishers from 17 countries participating in five-day show at Expo Centre.

Pakistan , Updated 19 Dec, 2025 08:38am

Saudi Arabia, Qatar have a white winter as snowfall hits northern areas

Residents gather to watch snowfall as experts urge caution, adherence to guidelines.

World , Published 19 Dec, 2025 01:42pm

Saudi Arabia, Qatar have a white winter as snowfall hits northern areas

Dollar shortage continues as exchanges run dry

Strict regulatory measures compound the situation; exchanges are only selling what they buy.

Newspaper , Updated 21 Dec, 2025 08:58am

Dollar shortage continues as exchanges run dry

Gaza commitments

Like most grand schemes of the Trump administration, the Gaza plan is high on hyperbole, and low on substance.

Newspaper , Updated 20 Dec, 2025 08:57am

Bangladesh holds state funeral for slain youth leader amid tight security

Police and paramilitary forces deployed in Dhaka; Hadi laid to rest beside the grave of national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam.

World , Updated 20 Dec, 2025 04:23pm

Bangladesh holds state funeral for slain youth leader amid tight security

PPP’s Sherry Rehman says minister must apologise after heated exchange with Palwasha Khan during Senate panel

Says what happened during the meeting "can neither become normalised nor considered acceptable".

Pakistan , Updated 20 Dec, 2025 10:21am

PPP’s Sherry Rehman says minister must apologise after heated exchange with Palwasha Khan during Senate panel

‘Serious matter’: After Chenab, River Jhelum experiences disrupted flows caused by Indian authorities

Water flow in Chenab stabilises after days; officials say India disrupting river flow through run-of-the-river hydroelectric plants.

, Published 19 Dec, 2025 09:51pm

‘Serious matter’: After Chenab, River Jhelum experiences disrupted flows caused by Indian authorities

Pakistan demands explanation over drop in river flows

Flows stabilising after "extraordinary" dip; ministry reports Dec 10-16 volatility; officials also flag disruption in Jhelum inflows at Mangla.

Newspaper , Updated 20 Dec, 2025 07:17am

Pakistan demands explanation over drop in river flows

Heated argument over road project between Aleem Khan, Palwasha Khan mars Senate standing committee session

PPP senator asks if road project benefited private housing society in Lahore; communication minister says he will not tolerate “allegations”.

Pakistan , Updated 19 Dec, 2025 08:46pm

Heated argument over road project between Aleem Khan, Palwasha Khan mars Senate standing committee session

In decline

The PM has declared that Pakistan’s economy ‘is out of the woods’. Clearly, he is looking at a different field of woods.

Newspaper , Updated 19 Dec, 2025 09:14am

Lahore-bound PIA flight from Jeddah makes emergency landing at Dammam airport

PK860 had 437 passengers onboard; flight scheduled to land at Lahore airport at 8pm.

World , Updated 20 Dec, 2025 12:14am

Lahore-bound PIA flight from Jeddah makes emergency landing at Dammam airport

Relics of the Zina Ordinance

These judgements appear to be turning back the clock on years of hard-won progress.

Newspaper , Updated 20 Dec, 2025 09:09am

Partial strike as lawyers divided over IHC judge’s removal

Routine attendance reported at Supreme Court, Federal Constitutional Court and Islamabad High Court; only a small number of lawyers boycotted proceedings at the sessions courts.

Newspaper , Updated 20 Dec, 2025 07:25am

Partial strike as lawyers divided over IHC judge’s removal

Meeting summoned after Pakistan kabaddi player represents ‘India’ in Bahrain event

Videos and images of Ubaidullah, a prominent international kabaddi player, donning the Indian kit went viral on social media, triggering criticism.

Sport , Published 18 Dec, 2025 08:24pm

Meeting summoned after Pakistan kabaddi player represents ‘India’ in Bahrain event

Double benefit restored for re-hired retirees

Ministry of Finance silently issues terse notification stating that two earlier relevant orders, dated April 22 and June 19 on the subject, “are hereby withdrawn with immediate effect”.

Newspaper , Updated 20 Dec, 2025 07:19am

Double benefit restored for re-hired retirees

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World , Updated 20 Dec, 2025 08:32pm

Passengers offloaded, restrained from travelling must be provided with written reasons, LHC reminds authorities

Justice Ali Zia Bajwa says no administrative discretion, however broad, can justify curbing the liberty of citizens unless “it is traceable to a clear statutory provision or legal mandate”.

Pakistan , Published 18 Dec, 2025 02:48pm

Passengers offloaded, restrained from travelling must be provided with written reasons, LHC reminds authorities

Bangladesh upheaval

Sharif Osman Hadi’s killers must be traced and punished, while all political groups must adhere to democratic norms even as they stage protests.

Newspaper , Updated 21 Dec, 2025 10:34am

India’s ‘unlawful use of force’ in Pakistan after Pahalgam attack violated rights to life, security: UN experts

“We are concerned that India has not disclosed credible evidence that the militants who committed the Pahalgam attack were sent to attack India by the Government of Pakistan,” they say.

Pakistan , Updated 19 Dec, 2025 03:16pm

India’s ‘unlawful use of force’ in Pakistan after Pahalgam attack violated rights to life, security: UN experts

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America’s glamour cannot mask the violence that goes on.

Newspaper , Published 20 Dec, 2025 05:34am

US carries out large-scale retaliatory strikes against ISIS in Syria

US President Donald Trump had vowed to retaliate after a suspected ISIS attack killed US personnel last weekend in Syria.

World , Updated 20 Dec, 2025 10:24am

US carries out large-scale retaliatory strikes against ISIS in Syria

Dar sounds alarm over India’s ‘weaponisation of water’ following variations in Chenab flow

Says India has consistently attempted to undermine the Indus Waters Treaty in a systemic manner.

World , Updated 19 Dec, 2025 03:12pm

Dar sounds alarm over India’s ‘weaponisation of water’ following variations in Chenab flow

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