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Imran calls for protest after Toshakhana-II verdict; PTI to challenge guilty ruling in high court

“I have sent a message to Sohail Afridi to prepare for the street movement. The entire nation will have to rise for its rights,” PTI founder has been quoted as saying.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 07:47am

President Zardari reaches Baghdad on official visit, to hold bilateral meetings with Iraqi leadership

While en route from Islamabad to Baghdad, Zardari “conveyed a goodwill message to the Iranian leadership" as his aircraft entered Iranian airspace, says envoy.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 10:24am

Dollar shortage continues as exchanges run dry

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

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 08:58am

Senate panel moves to curb judicial intervention in parliamentary affairs

Proposed rule change seeks to shield upper house committees from stay orders.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 07:47am

Kinno exports struggle amid Kabul border dispute, unstable markets

Stakeholders urge govt to find alternative international markets, subsidise logistics, resolve border issue and support exporters.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 09:13am

Tehreek-i-Insaf leaders shouldn’t use protective bails to join protests: PHC

Bench declares that relief granted only for approaching relevant courts.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 10:38am

‘Country has now controlled press, politics and democracy’, says Ayaz Melo session at Sindh Museum

Columnist Javed Qazi says real power lies with those who run state despite hybrid system.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 10:29am

YouTuber Rajab Butt granted interim bail in ‘hurting religious sentiments’ case

Hearing adjourned until Dec 29 for confirmation or otherwise.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 10:22am

Rescue 1122, other depts on alert in Murree as snowfall expected today

All hurdles removed from roads, machinery provided by PDMA to remove snow from highways, says DC.

Updated 21 Dec, 2025 08:45am

‘Only SJC can remove judges of superior judiciary’: KBA condemns Justice Jahangiri’s removal

Emphasises security of the tenure of judges not a personal privilege but a constitutional safeguard.

Published 21 Dec, 2025 10:13am

Giuffre Family Demands Answers Over Heavily Redacted Epstein Documents

Mercosur Leaders Meet in Brazil Ahead of EU Trade Deal Signing

Cambodian Students Struggle to Attend School Amid Ongoing Border Clashes

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

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

World , Published 19 Dec, 2025 01:42pm

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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

Sudden variation in Chenab River’s flow affects wheat, other crops in Punjab

A letter has been written to India, seeking clarification on the matter, FO spokesperson says.

Pakistan , Updated 19 Dec, 2025 03:55am

Sudden variation in Chenab River’s flow affects wheat, other crops in Punjab

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

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

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

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

Body of Bangladesh student leader reaches Dhaka amid nationwide unrest

Protesters allege that the killing was carried out “at the behest of India”; Sharif Osman Hadi was shot in the head last Friday while launching his election campaign.

World , Updated 19 Dec, 2025 09:08pm

Body of Bangladesh student leader reaches Dhaka amid nationwide unrest

Islamic State Khorasan Province spokesperson arrested by Pakistani authorities: UN

Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team notes that IS-K’s ability to operate in the region degraded as a result of high-profile arrests by Pakistan.

Pakistan , Updated 19 Dec, 2025 07:59am

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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

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Newspaper , Updated 19 Dec, 2025 09:14am

4 security forces personnel martyred in attack on camp in North Waziristan

Military warns that Pakistan reserves the right to hunt down and eliminate terrorists and their facilitators; reminds Afghan regime to fulfil its obligations and deny the use of its soil by terrorist groups.

Pakistan , Updated 19 Dec, 2025 10:39pm

4 security forces personnel martyred in attack on camp in North Waziristan

Germany to take in more than 500 stranded Afghans from Pakistan

Berlin's interior minister tells German media that govt wants all cases processed this month.

World , Published 18 Dec, 2025 06:02pm

Germany to take in more than 500 stranded Afghans from Pakistan

US Homeland Security chief pauses green card lottery programme, says it was used by Brown University shooting suspect

Kristi Noem says the suspect entered the US through the diversity lottery immigrant visa programme in 2017 and was granted a green card.

World , Published 19 Dec, 2025 12:03pm

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Lahore ATC acquits Shah Mehmood Qureshi, jails 4 PTI leaders in May 9 case

The verdict marks the fifth acquittal for the former foreign minister.

Pakistan , Updated 19 Dec, 2025 03:15pm

Lahore ATC acquits Shah Mehmood Qureshi, jails 4 PTI leaders in May 9 case

Politicians, lawyers express outrage over removal of IHC’s Justice Jahangiri

IHC slammed for hearing case; PTI chairman demands restoration of Justice Jahangiri.

Pakistan , Updated 19 Dec, 2025 07:05am

Politicians, lawyers express outrage over removal of IHC’s Justice Jahangiri

Ali Tareen among three bidders in race to get PFF’s nod for new league

Former Multan Sultans owner confirms submitting proposal on deadline day.

Sport , Published 17 Dec, 2025 10:47pm

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India underestimated Pakistan’s military power: former air chief

"They never expected a befitting response,” he says.

Newspaper , Updated 19 Dec, 2025 08:38am

India underestimated Pakistan’s military power: former air chief

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

NCCIA uncovers alleged Ponzi network in Karachi, detains foreign nationals

Officials said to seize 'important and sensitive' data from the suspects.

Pakistan , Published 18 Dec, 2025 06:49pm

NCCIA uncovers alleged Ponzi network in Karachi, detains foreign nationals

‘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

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