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President Zardari approves de-notification of Justice Jahangiri as IHC judge

Move follows IHC's ruling on Thursday, declaring Justice Jahangiri’s degree "invalid" at the time of appointment.

Updated 19 Dec, 2025 12:59am

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.

Updated 18 Dec, 2025 11:33pm

FO ‘contradicts’ media reports of CDF Field Marshal Munir visiting the US, says no plan finalised

"I’m contradicting the fact that a visit has been agreed or planned,” FO spokesperson Tahir Andrabi says.

Updated 18 Dec, 2025 07:39pm

Domestic worker allegedly tortured by suspect in Karachi: police

Complainant alleges she was tortured by bystanders as well as the nominated suspect.

Published 18 Dec, 2025 11:58pm

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

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

Updated 18 Dec, 2025 10:58pm

PTI leaders once again return from Adiala without meeting Imran

The protesters were stopped at Dahgali checkpoint while making their way to the prison and staged a sit-in on the spot.

Updated 18 Dec, 2025 08:03pm

Gender gap among voters shrinks to 7.1pc from 11.8pc in 2018

Women's voter registration has outpaced men’s over the past five years, ECP secretary says.

Published 18 Dec, 2025 09:53pm

CDF Field Marshal Munir reaffirms commitment to strengthening defence ties with Libya

In meeting with Libyan Armed Forces' commander in chief, both sides underscore importance of collaboration in training, capacity building, and counter-terrorism, ISPR says.

Updated 18 Dec, 2025 02:06pm

Study reveals ‘rampant’ labour rights abuses in textile factories across Karachi and Faislabad

Report reveals workers often “endure excessive hours, unsafe workplaces, lack of social protection, and an absence of formal employment contracts."

Updated 18 Dec, 2025 11:27pm

NCCIA uncovers alleged Ponzi network in Karachi, detains foreign nationals

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

Published 18 Dec, 2025 06:49pm

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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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Fatima Fertilizer wins four prestigious awards at The Drum Awards 2025 in London

The company won four awards across sustainability, user-generated content, social media for good and cause-led influencer categories.

Karachi’s infrastructure is killing us, literally

Pakistan Navy’s fourth Hangor class submarine launched by Chinese shipyard

Submarine to undergo sea trials before being handed over to Pakistan; remaining four contracted subs to be built by Karachi Shipyard and Engineering Works.

Pakistan , Published 17 Dec, 2025 06:38pm

Pakistan Navy’s fourth Hangor class submarine launched by Chinese shipyard

Calls for Bihar CM to quit after he ‘unveils’ Muslim woman

Nitish Kumar’s act of pulling down woman’s face covering draws condemnation, raises questions about his mental health.

Newspaper , Updated 17 Dec, 2025 08:27am

Calls for Bihar CM to quit after he ‘unveils’ Muslim woman

Trump adds 7 countries, including Syria, to full travel ban list

Move bans citizens from Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, South Sudan, Syria and those holding Palestinian Authority-issued travel documents.

World , Published 17 Dec, 2025 09:13am

Trump adds 7 countries, including Syria, to full travel ban list

Policy rate cut

THE State Bank has surprised the market by slashing its policy rate by 50 basis points to 10.5pc. The move is...

Newspaper , Updated 17 Dec, 2025 09:11am

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

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

Imran’s sons planning to visit Pakistan in January, say ex-premier being held in ‘death cell’

In an interview with Sky News, the two describe the experience of coming across rumours of Imran's death on social media as "jarring" and "incredibly stressful".

Pakistan , Updated 17 Dec, 2025 12:01pm

Imran’s sons planning to visit Pakistan in January, say ex-premier being held in ‘death cell’

Govt to roll out WeChat-like app for officials

Launch will take place in phases, starting with federal ministries, attached departments.

Newspaper , Updated 17 Dec, 2025 08:00am

Govt to roll out WeChat-like app for officials

Pakistani mountaineer Samina Baig skis to last degree of South Pole

Expedition departed from Pakistan on December 2, reached Union Glacier on December 6 and completed its journey on December 14.

World , Updated 16 Dec, 2025 11:58pm

Pakistani mountaineer Samina Baig skis to last degree of South Pole

Afghanistan & regional paradox

Despite human rights violations at home, the Taliban have managed to establish a diplomatic presence in 39 capitals.

Newspaper , Updated 17 Dec, 2025 09:43am

Police confirm Bondi gunman was from India’s Hyderabad; family claims no knowledge of his radicalisation

Sajid Akram visited India six times since he migrated to Australia in 1998, police say; both attackers visited the Philippines last month.

World , Updated 16 Dec, 2025 11:51pm

Police confirm Bondi gunman was from India’s Hyderabad; family claims no knowledge of his radicalisation

Three accused NCCIA officials resign as FIA probe into bribery case drags on

All nine suspects are in jail and no extensive interrogation has been conducted, claims a source.

Pakistan , Published 17 Dec, 2025 09:51pm

Three accused NCCIA officials resign as FIA probe into bribery case drags on

Afghan isolation

ALTHOUGH the Afghan Taliban regime desires to break out of international isolation and seeks recognition, its ...

Newspaper , Published 17 Dec, 2025 04:48am

51,000 passengers offloaded after failing immigration checks this year, FIA tells NA panel

Bangladeshi citizens travelling on Pakistani tourist visas were caught while heading to Europe, official tells committee.

Pakistan , Published 17 Dec, 2025 05:21pm

51,000 passengers offloaded after failing immigration checks this year, FIA tells NA panel

Pakistan seal spot in U-19 Asia Cup semi-finals after beating hosts UAE

Ahmed Hussain, Sameer Minhas and Hamza Zahoor shone with the bat before Abdul Subhan took four wickets.

Sport , Published 16 Dec, 2025 06:35pm

Pakistan seal spot in U-19 Asia Cup semi-finals after beating hosts UAE

Fauji Foundation, Binance partner for crypto push

Fauji Foundation has signed a letter of intent with Binance for collaboration in blockchain, cryptocurrency and payments in Pakistan.

Newspaper , Updated 16 Dec, 2025 08:02am

Fauji Foundation, Binance partner for crypto push

State conduct

THE use of force this week against protesters outside Adiala Jail, where former prime minister Imran Khan is...

Newspaper , Updated 18 Dec, 2025 08:47am

Pakistan seeks massive ADB loan to tackle remaining Rs1.7tr circular debt

Govt requests lender to help stabilise national grid, improve debt affordability and foster private investment.

Newspaper , Published 18 Dec, 2025 08:08am

Pakistan seeks massive ADB loan to tackle remaining Rs1.7tr circular debt

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

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

Pakistan , Updated 18 Dec, 2025 10:58pm

Businesses panic as transporters’ strike ‘cripples’ supply chains

Representatives of multiple business bodies urge Sindh government to intervene and address the situation stemming from the strike.

Pakistan , Updated 16 Dec, 2025 08:55am

Businesses panic as transporters’ strike ‘cripples’ supply chains

Campaign falsely linking Bondi shooting suspect to Pakistan launched from ‘hostile countries’: Tarar

“In Israel and India, this campaign was proliferated and posted on social media platforms, as well as electronic media platforms, which is very, very sad,” information minister says.

Pakistan , Updated 17 Dec, 2025 05:08pm

Campaign falsely linking Bondi shooting suspect to Pakistan launched from ‘hostile countries’: Tarar

‘Fingerprints are piling up’: Sherry Rehman says FATF should investigate ‘growing support’ for terrorism from India

Senator notes that allegations of Pakistani involvement in the attack "backfiring at warp speed".

Pakistan , Published 17 Dec, 2025 08:36pm

‘Fingerprints are piling up’: Sherry Rehman says FATF should investigate ‘growing support’ for terrorism from India

Diesel price slashed by Rs14 as petrol remains unchanged

Per litre price of high-speed diesel now Rs265.65, petrol at Rs263.45.

Pakistan , Updated 16 Dec, 2025 07:39am

Diesel price slashed by Rs14 as petrol remains unchanged

Water cannons again used to disperse PTI protesters staging sit-in near Adiala jail

Party says "chemical-laced water cannons" used to disperse protesters; says this represents "textbook case of fascism, police brutality, and political victimisation at its worst".

Pakistan , Updated 17 Dec, 2025 07:50am