Prolonged heatwave hits country today Isolated rains forecast in first week of May. Updated 26 Apr, 2025 08:59am
Wary of assurance, canal protesters refuse to end sit-in No official word after lawyers’ rep meets Bilawal to negotiate end to strike; Sindh CM implores protesters to "end public disruptions". Updated 26 Apr, 2025 07:28am
PM Shehbaz seeks Saudi help amid crisis over private Haj quota Reprimands officials from Ministry of Religious Affairs for alleged negligence that jeopardised departure of 67,000 potential Pakistani pilgrims. Updated 26 Apr, 2025 01:38pm
Imran seeks top judges’ intervention over jail ‘harassment’ Salman Akram Raja writes letter to IHC, SC chief justices, says family not allowed to meet ex-PM. Updated 26 Apr, 2025 09:10am
PM Shehbaz says Pakistan open to ‘neutral, transparent’ probe into Pahalgam attack Raises concerns of terrorism from Afghan soil; defence minister warns of "all-out war" if India attacks; firing reported at LoC; UNSC slams Pahalgam attack. Updated 26 Apr, 2025 02:18pm
IHCBA president backs rotation of judges among provinces Defends decision to withdraw petition from Supreme Court. Updated 26 Apr, 2025 09:15am
PTI calls for release of Imran, other leaders on foundation day Asad Qaiser urges judiciary to make independent decisions, free from external influence or dictation. Updated 26 Apr, 2025 09:38am
Anti-India rally in Muzaffarabad condemns Pahalgam incident, calls for UN probe Speakers say Pahalgam incident was deliberate ploy to undermine protests of Indian Muslims against Waqf Amendment Bill. Updated 26 Apr, 2025 09:00am
Mengal slams PPP over women’s arrest “The state labels every voice raised against the atrocities in Balochistan as terrorist," BNP president says. Updated 26 Apr, 2025 09:43am
Pretence yes, war no, Indian analysts say Former Indian army officer Pravin Sawhney notes there are too many troops committed on the China border. Updated 26 Apr, 2025 07:01am
Turkish influencer Türkan Atay issues legal notice to Maria B over incomplete payment, defamatory statements
MNA Sharmila Faruqui slams ‘misogynistic’ Khalilur Rehman Qamar, Danish Taimoor’s ‘disgusting’ remarks on marriage
Bilal Maqsood warns of ‘extremely harmful’ side effects of young beggars covering themselves in metallic paint
Bilawal vows to protect Indus River from Indian ‘attack’ Warns New Delhi either water or their blood will flow through the river. Updated 26 Apr, 2025 10:44am
Rickshaw owners protest ban on three-wheelers on Karachi’s 11 major roads Commuters face hardship amid shortage of buses; officials claim curbs will improve traffic flow in city. Updated 26 Apr, 2025 10:48am
Sindh cities bake as temperature surges to 47°C in Nawabshah Prolonged episode of heatwave expected to last till May 1. Updated 26 Apr, 2025 10:52am
Police given more time for probe in Sheikhupura food chain attack IO says identity parade could not be conducted due to unavailability of witnesses. Updated 26 Apr, 2025 11:08am
Lahore man arrested for involvement in illegal organ transplants FIA says suspect would prepare fake tissue-matching reports to trap patients in need of kidney transplants. Updated 26 Apr, 2025 11:04am
LHC orders SOPs for motorcycle rickshaw registration in Punjab Judge states transport dept was responsible for law enforcement, not for making compromises. Updated 26 Apr, 2025 11:29am
1,900 more Afghans leave for homeland through Torkham Officials say 622 ACC holders and 1,304 illegal residents have left. Updated 26 Apr, 2025 11:44am
PHC sets aside death sentence in lawyer murder case Declares prosecution failed to prove charge against appellant. Updated 26 Apr, 2025 11:38am
Weeklong Kagh Lasht festival concludes with much fanfare in Chitral Finals of football, cricket, volleyball, and various traditional games were held. Updated 26 Apr, 2025 11:47am
Mengal slams PPP over women’s arrest “The state labels every voice raised against the atrocities in Balochistan as terrorist," BNP president says. Updated 26 Apr, 2025 09:43am
BYC leaders launch hunger strike over alleged mistreatment of group’s leadership Committee's officials say hunger strike launched over alleged torture behind bars, separation of Beebow Baloch from other leaders. Published 25 Apr, 2025 08:21pm
Four Frontier Corps personnel martyred, three injured in Quetta roadside blast Interior minister says attack is “heinous conspiracy” by enemy to “create instability" in the country. Updated 25 Apr, 2025 09:05pm