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Efforts to douse fire at Karachi’s Gul Plaza still ongoing; CM Murad says 6 dead, over 50 reported missing

South DC says firefighters among injured; part of building has collapsed as fire rages 23 hours later; Sindh govt establishes helplines to report those missing.

Updated 18 Jan, 2026 08:22pm

TTAP demands ‘independent probe’ into Feb 8 elections, punishment for those responsible for alleged rigging under Article 6

Opposition alliance demands transparent polls under a new election commission.

Updated 18 Jan, 2026 09:50pm

Trump invites PM Shehbaz to join Gaza ‘Board of Peace’: FO

“Pakistan will remain engaged with international efforts for peace and security in Gaza,” says FO.

Updated 18 Jan, 2026 09:36pm

Policeman martyred by unknown assailants riding a motorcycle in KP’s Bannu district

The martyred official, identified as Iqbal, was in his native village of Akhund Mamma Khel when he was shot, according to the police.

Published 18 Jan, 2026 08:19pm

Unknown assailants blow up another key bridge in North Waziristan’s Mir Ali, cutting off access and sparking anger

Residents have demanded urgent reconstruction of the bridge on an emergency basis and improved long-term security arrangements.

Updated 18 Jan, 2026 07:49pm

Iran considers ‘gradually’ restoring internet after shutdown

Government officials say calm has been restored, with schools reopening on Sunday

Updated 18 Jan, 2026 07:51pm

Basmati boom propels Pakistan past Vietnam to emerge as world’s 3rd-largest rice exporter in December

Pakistan’s rice exports recorded a strong rebound in December 2025, registering a 14 per cent month-on-month increase compared to November.

Updated 18 Jan, 2026 04:35pm

Israel PM holds coalition meeting after objecting to Gaza advisory panel formed by White House

Media reports say leaders of Israel's ruling coalition were to examine the composition of the Gaza Executive Board, which also includes Turkey.

Published 18 Jan, 2026 02:02pm

Experts warn elite capture, unchecked development eroding Islamabad’s green spaces

Dr Zafar Mirza strongly condemns tree-cutting in Islamabad, terming it a brutal act against nature and a direct assault on public health and environmental sustainability.

Updated 18 Jan, 2026 07:57pm

Dutch foreign minister calls Trump’s Greenland tariff threat ‘blackmail’

“It's blackmail what he's doing ... and it's not necessary. It doesn't help the alliance (Nato) and it also doesn't help Greenland,” says David van Weel.

Published 18 Jan, 2026 03:18pm

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

US, Jordanian Forces Launch Airstrikes on ISIS Targets in Syria

Funeral Held for 5 Palestinians Killed in Israeli Attack on Gaza School Shelter

Elise Stefanik exits politics, drops New York governor bid in surprise move

Taiwan stabbing: President Lai vows full probe after 3 killed in Taipei rampage

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Editorial: Trump acquiring Nobel medal akin to holding a friend’s Oscar in a selfie and captioning it ‘great night’

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Toyota’s acquisition of Mitsubishi approved

Acquisition part of a broader global restructuring involving Toyota Motor Corporation, Daimler Truck AG, Hino Motors Ltd, and MFTBC.

Newspaper , Published 16 Jan, 2026 06:28am

Toyota’s acquisition of Mitsubishi approved

Efforts to douse fire at Karachi’s Gul Plaza still ongoing; CM Murad says 6 dead, over 50 reported missing

South DC says firefighters among injured; part of building has collapsed as fire rages 23 hours later; Sindh govt establishes helplines to report those missing.

Pakistan , Updated 18 Jan, 2026 08:22pm

Pension is a right, not employer’s largesse: Supreme Court

Sets aside ruling of service tribunal on plea by ex-auditor.

Newspaper , Updated 17 Jan, 2026 07:27am

Pension is a right, not employer’s largesse: Supreme Court

India liquidates Chabahar stakes over Trump’s tariff threat

Per sources, Taliban's rise in Afghanistan is diminishing Chabahar's primary utility as a gateway, and with Iran facing internal unrest, its strategic returns appear increasingly uncertain.

World , Published 16 Jan, 2026 10:21pm

India liquidates Chabahar stakes over Trump’s tariff threat

Pakistan, US expand military engagement amid renewed defence ties

Pakistani and American troops this week concluded joint training at Pakistan’s National Counter-Terrorism Center in Pabbi.

World , Published 17 Jan, 2026 08:49am

Pakistan, US expand military engagement amid renewed defence ties

Basmati boom propels Pakistan past Vietnam

December surge boosts rankings despite structural challenges.

Newspaper , Published 18 Jan, 2026 07:14am

Basmati boom propels Pakistan past Vietnam

No more imports of ‘personal’ used cars

Commerce ministry restricts import of second-hand vehicles to "gift" and "transfer-of-residence" schemes.

Newspaper , Updated 16 Jan, 2026 07:43am

Trump invites world leaders to join Gaza ‘Board of Peace’

The leaders of Egypt, Turkiye, Argentina and Canada have been asked to join; Canadian PM Carney's aide says he intends to accepts Trump's invitiation.

World , Updated 17 Jan, 2026 10:34pm

Trump invites world leaders to join Gaza ‘Board of Peace’

At long last

IT was a long time coming. On Friday, National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq formally declared veteran politician...

Newspaper , Updated 17 Jan, 2026 08:56am

Why do so many people in Pakistan suddenly have a button phone? (It’s not for the vibes)

Of the 12.05 million mobile phone units assembled during the first five months of 2025, 54pc or 6.53 million were 2G feature phones, PTA data reveals.

Blogs , Published 16 Jan, 2026 02:10pm

Why do so many people in Pakistan suddenly have a button phone? (It’s not for the vibes)

Pause on immigrant visas until vetting meets ‘maximum degree’ of eligibility, says US mission in Pakistan

Embassy clarifies that the action does not apply to non-immigrant visas, like students, athletes, and families.

Pakistan , Published 16 Jan, 2026 09:39pm

Pause on immigrant visas until vetting meets ‘maximum degree’ of eligibility, says US mission in Pakistan

Time to make PIA a budget airline

THERE has been much controversy and debate over the privatisation of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), with...

Newspaper , Published 17 Jan, 2026 06:35am

U-19 World Cup: No handshake between India and Bangladesh at toss but players shake hands after game

BCB says lack of handshake "completely unintentional and resulted from a momentary lapse in concentration”.

World , Updated 17 Jan, 2026 10:27pm

U-19 World Cup: No handshake between India and Bangladesh at toss but players shake hands after game

Pakistani passport ranking improves by five places, now ranked 98th

Mohsin Naqvi vows to keep "momentum" going; passport tied with Yemen.

Pakistan , Updated 15 Jan, 2026 11:54am

Pakistani passport ranking improves by five places, now ranked 98th

An opportunity for states

When the US exits, it allows alternative visions of the global order to gain legitimacy.

Newspaper , Updated 17 Jan, 2026 09:08am

Russia-Pakistan relations ‘genuinely mutually beneficial’, says President Putin

Says "We maintain close cooperation with Pakistan, a full member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation."

Pakistan , Published 16 Jan, 2026 07:23pm

Russia-Pakistan relations ‘genuinely mutually beneficial’, says President Putin

Trump accepts Nobel medal from Venezuelan opposition leader Machado

White House official confirms that Trump intends to keep medal; Machado says gift given in recognition of Trump's "commitment to freedom of the Venezuelan people."

World , Updated 16 Jan, 2026 10:33am

Trump accepts Nobel medal from Venezuelan opposition leader Machado

White America

The agony over visas does not matter to Trump’s administration.

Newspaper , Updated 17 Jan, 2026 09:16am

Visa freeze

If the real concern is illegal immigration, freezing lawful pathways makes little sense.

Newspaper , Updated 16 Jan, 2026 09:05am

24 dead, over 20 injured in separate road accidents in Punjab, Balochistan

Six children among 14 dead after truck falls into dry canal in Sargodha; 10 killed after speeding coach overturns near Ormara; president, PM express condolences.

Pakistan , Updated 17 Jan, 2026 06:14pm

24 dead, over 20 injured in separate road accidents in Punjab, Balochistan

Iran protest movement subsides after crackdown by security forces

Reza Pahlavi says he is confident the Islamic republic would fall and calls for intervention.

World , Updated 17 Jan, 2026 04:37pm

Iran protest movement subsides after crackdown by security forces

President’s Trophy: PTV creates world record for lowest target defended in first-class cricket

PTV shot Sui Northern Gas for a paltry 37 to win the match by a mere two runs on day three of the four-day game.

Sport , Published 17 Jan, 2026 07:34pm

President’s Trophy: PTV creates world record for lowest target defended in first-class cricket

Usman Mirza, four others sentenced to life in Islamabad couple harassment case

Two suspects acquitted; the convicts have to pay a fine of Rs200,000 each.

, Updated 26 Mar, 2022 10:49am

Usman Mirza, four others sentenced to life in Islamabad couple harassment case

Pakistan, US agree to enhance collaboration in security, border management

Border security forces to be equipped with modern US gadgets.

Pakistan , Published 17 Jan, 2026 04:31pm

Pakistan, US agree to enhance collaboration in security, border management

Pakistan U19 suffer defeat to England in World Cup opener

Green Shirts lost six wickets for just 86 runs.

Sport , Updated 17 Jan, 2026 10:16am

Pakistan U19 suffer defeat to England in World Cup opener

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Gaza second phase

There are genuine fears that the foreign-led Board of Peace — in true colonial fashion — will be making the actual decisions that matter, seeking to protect Israel’s interests over all else.