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‘He has every right to say it’: Khawaja Asif slams PTI over reaction to DG ISPR’s press conference

“Do your politics, hold protests, but do not threaten the sovereignty and honour of Pakistan," he tells PTI.

Published 06 Dec, 2025 03:06pm

Victims’ families pardon IHC judge’s son in hit-and-run case

Teenage accused was remanded into police custody on Tuesday; brother of one victim and father of other appeared before magistrate.

Published 06 Dec, 2025 06:08pm

Qatar PM says Gaza truce incomplete without ‘full withdrawal’ by Israel

Sheikh Mohammed says Qatar and fellow truce guarantors are “getting together in order to force the way forward for the next phase” of the deal.

Published 06 Dec, 2025 04:47pm

Calm returns to Chaman border after heavy overnight clashes

At least three civilians injured in clashes last night, Taliban spokesperson claims five casualties on Afghan side.

Published 06 Dec, 2025 05:28pm

9 terrorists killed in 2 intelligence-based operations in KP: ISPR

Military's media affairs wing says the terrorists belonged to Indian proxy Fitna Al Khawarij.

Updated 06 Dec, 2025 01:11pm

Starvation fears as flood toll passes 900 in Indonesia

Aceh Governor Muzakir Manaf says response teams are still searching for bodies in “waist-deep” mud.

Published 06 Dec, 2025 05:49pm

Woman, daughter stabbed to death over ‘honour’ in Karachi’s Gizri

Police register case against woman's husband on complaint of victim's brother; knife used in incident is recovered.

Published 06 Dec, 2025 04:50pm

Notable lawyers, citizens laud judges who resigned in wake of 27th Amendment

Mansoor Ali Shah and Athar Minallah had resigned from the Supreme Court on November 13; Shams Mehmood Mirza had resigned from the LHC two days later.

Published 06 Dec, 2025 02:36pm

ADB approves $381m for 3 projects concerning agriculture, education and health services in Punjab

Bank says the development projects are aimed at fostering economic growth in the province.

Published 06 Dec, 2025 01:54pm

India caps airfares as IndiGo crisis leaves hundreds stranded for fifth day

IndiGo has cancelled thousands of flights this week due to a shortage of pilots after it failed to plan adequately for new rules limiting pilots’ work hours.

Published 06 Dec, 2025 03:23pm

Ceasefire or Cover-Up? Why Amnesty Says Gaza Genocide Continues

Can Trump Really Cancel ‘Third World’ Immigration?

Explained: Why Some Countries Are Quitting Eurovision 2026

Supermoon 2025 Lights Up Skies Around the World

Military Restructure: Pakistan Appoints First Chief of Defence Forces

Explained: Why Donbas Is Key to a Russia-Ukraine Peace Deal

The Man in the Viral Photo: Grief, Loss and the Hong Kong Fire

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Hugh Grant says he may be ‘half-Indian or half-Pakistani’

Is 7th NFC Award solely responsible for sinking Pakistan’s public finances?

Auntie Agni’s advice column: ‘Should I risk marriage without my family’s support?’

Jinn Ki Shadi Unki Shadi ends on a high — and proves Pakistani TV is better when it dares to be different

Why are we acting like the world isn’t falling apart?

Editorial: Govt has long been trying to, unsuccessfully, reclaim what it ceded to provinces under 7th NFC Award

Talha Anjum tells haters to ‘work harder’ after being crowned Pakistan’s top artist on Spotify twice

The Peaky Blinders movie will drop on Netflix in March with Cillian Murphy returning as Tommy Shelby

COP30 revealed both the fragility and necessity of multilateralism

The crisis no one sees: How climate change is rewriting childhood in Pakistan

Dawn News English

Ceasefire or Cover-Up? Why Amnesty Says Gaza Genocide Continues

Can Trump Really Cancel ‘Third World’ Immigration?

Explained: Why Some Countries Are Quitting Eurovision 2026

Supermoon 2025 Lights Up Skies Around the World

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Master Chery opens priority pre-booking registration for Pakistan’s largest super PHEV lineup

The priority pre-booking registration gives customers early access to updates and a chance to secure priority once official bookings begin.

Protecting Pakistan’s children with awareness

Pneumococcal pneumonia is one of the most preventable, but remains one of the most serious threats to children under five years old.

The crisis no one sees: How climate change is rewriting childhood in Pakistan

‘Who do you think you are?’: DG ISPR lashes out at Imran Khan’s ‘anti-army rhetoric’

Says the public needs to understand how Imran's "narrative is working, and unfortunately, how it is working in deep collusion with external actors”.

Pakistan , Updated 05 Dec, 2025 07:36pm

‘Who do you think you are?’: DG ISPR lashes out at Imran Khan’s ‘anti-army rhetoric’

US lawmakers seek action over ‘acts of intimidation’ in Pakistan

Effort led by Democratic Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal and Congressman Greg Casar; 44 lawmakers write to Marco Rubio, ask for sanctions against officials involved in "transnational repression".

Newspaper , Updated 05 Dec, 2025 07:46am

US lawmakers seek action over ‘acts of intimidation’ in Pakistan

UK universities restrict recruitment of Pakistani, Bangladeshi students

Move follows surge in asylum claims lodged by int'l students, prompting UK ministers to warn study route “must not be used as a backdoor” to settlement.

Pakistan , Updated 04 Dec, 2025 11:51pm

UK universities restrict recruitment of Pakistani, Bangladeshi students

Field Marshal Munir expresses satisfaction with ‘robust defence collaboration’ in meeting with Saudi military commander

COAS reaffirms resolve to enhance existing military-to-military ties in meeting with Bahrain National Guard Commander General Shaikh Mohammad.

Pakistan , Published 03 Dec, 2025 07:41pm

Field Marshal Munir expresses satisfaction with ‘robust defence collaboration’ in meeting with Saudi military commander

President appoints Field Marshal Munir as country’s first chief of defence forces

President Zardari also signs off on two-year extension in the tenure of Air Chief Marshal (ACM) Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu.

, Updated 04 Dec, 2025 11:30pm

President appoints Field Marshal Munir as country’s first chief of defence forces

US plans to expand travel ban to more than 30 countries, says Homeland Security secretary

“I won’t be specific on the number, but it’s over 30, and the president is continuing to evaluate countries,” says Kristi Noem.

World , Published 05 Dec, 2025 10:00am

US plans to expand travel ban to more than 30 countries, says Homeland Security secretary

Field Marshal Asim Munir notified as country’s first chief of defence forces

Ministry of Defence also notifies extension in tenure of Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar.

Pakistan , Updated 05 Dec, 2025 02:57pm

Field Marshal Asim Munir notified as country’s first chief of defence forces

US slashes work permit validity period for foreign nationals, including refugees and asylum seekers

Maximum validity period shortened from five years to 18 months for categories including refugees, asylum seekers.

World , Published 05 Dec, 2025 01:01pm

US slashes work permit validity period for foreign nationals, including refugees and asylum seekers

Putin in India on visit seen as tightrope walk for Modi

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally receives Putin at the airport, signaling the importance of the occasion.

World , Updated 05 Dec, 2025 08:33am

Putin in India on visit seen as tightrope walk for Modi

Dangerous classes

Employment has been downplayed as a measure of the economy’s health.

Newspaper , Published 05 Dec, 2025 06:29am

Pakistan rubbishes claims of Israeli spyware being used in country

Amnesty International investigation published on Thursday claimed it had identified at least one case of the spyware being used in Pakistan.

World , Updated 04 Dec, 2025 11:11pm

Pakistan rubbishes claims of Israeli spyware being used in country

Punjab govt lifts ban on Basant after 18 years

Cultural festival to be celebrated under strict regulations; shopkeepers and kites will be linked to QR code.

Pakistan , Updated 04 Dec, 2025 01:14am

Punjab govt lifts ban on Basant after 18 years

Lahore High Court dismisses plea against motor vehicles ordinance

“Laws are enacted to improve society as they are necessary to make citizens responsible,” LHC chief justice Neelum remarks.

Pakistan , Updated 05 Dec, 2025 08:58am

Lahore High Court dismisses plea against motor vehicles ordinance

In consolidation act, army chief dons another hat

New role consolidates operational, administrative, strategic authority in single office; 'CDF-cum-COAS' five-year term to run until 2030, with possibility of extension.

Newspaper , Updated 05 Dec, 2025 07:48am

In consolidation act, army chief dons another hat

Russia’s Putin in India for defence, trade talks

Indian media reports suggested Moscow may also offer co-production of Russia's Su-57 stealth fighter jets.

World , Updated 04 Dec, 2025 10:17pm

Russia’s Putin in India for defence, trade talks

US asylum freeze

IT is clear that the Trump administration is using last week’s shooting incident, in which two National Guard...

Newspaper , Updated 05 Dec, 2025 07:38am

PTI’s Barrister Gohar appeals for reducing tensions after ‘disappointing’ ISPR briefing

Party chairman says it is "regrettable" when state institutions and political figures label each other as "mentally ill" or perceive each other as threats.

Pakistan , Published 05 Dec, 2025 10:39pm

PTI’s Barrister Gohar appeals for reducing tensions after ‘disappointing’ ISPR briefing

Fighting breaks out at Pak-Afghan border

Pakistani officials say Afghan forces fired mortar shells on Badani area.

Newspaper , Updated 06 Dec, 2025 07:03am

Fighting breaks out at Pak-Afghan border

Govt vows equal standards for imported, local cars

Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production Haroon Akhtar promises all vehicles will meet strict safety, quality regulations.

Newspaper , Updated 05 Dec, 2025 10:12am

Govt vows equal standards for imported, local cars

PTA clears PTCL-Telenor merger with strict conditions

New operator barred from exclusive deals, discriminatory pricing, cross-subsidisation.

Newspaper , Updated 05 Dec, 2025 08:20am

PTA clears PTCL-Telenor merger with strict conditions

Exploring dreams

Dreams seem to signal important messages.

Newspaper , Published 05 Dec, 2025 06:29am

Putin and Modi discuss trade, peace and ‘uninterrupted’ oil shipments in New Delhi summit

“As our countries and economies grow, the opportunities for cooperation expand,” Putin says.

, Updated 05 Dec, 2025 06:47pm

Putin and Modi discuss trade, peace and ‘uninterrupted’ oil shipments in New Delhi summit

Saudi Arabia rolls over $3bn deposit for another year

SBP says rollover strengthens foreign exchange reserves of Pakistan and contributes to economic growth and development.

Pakistan , Published 04 Dec, 2025 08:58pm

Saudi Arabia rolls over $3bn deposit for another year

GBV and women in Pakistan

Organisations must spread awareness and enhance advocacy against digital GBV.

Newspaper , Updated 05 Dec, 2025 08:27am

US pauses all immigration applications from 19 non-European countries

List of countries includes Afghanistan and Somalia; policy places hold on pending applications.

World , Published 03 Dec, 2025 09:32am

US pauses all immigration applications from 19 non-European countries

OPINION

COP30 and beyond

From the outset, COP30 marked by opacity, struggled with questions of procedure and transparency.

Aisha Khan

Demonising the NFC Award

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Panni gala

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Rafia Zakaria

GBV and women in Pakistan

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EDITORIAL

Fiscal concerns

Talks on the 11th Award have opened at a politically charged moment amid attempts by the centre to undo the constitutional protection given to the existing provincial share under the NFC Award.