Keyword "pakistan" - List of latest news (26 285 results)

16:15 Supreme Court throws out Punjab govt’s petition seeking remand of PTI founder

Three-member bench calls petition for remand "ineffective"; judge questions why remand is being sought after a year-and-a-half.

15:37 Heatwave subsides in Karachi, expected to grip other parts of Sindh from tomorrow: Met Office

Advises general public to take precautionary measures, avoid exposure to direct sunlight during the day time.

15:37 Govt offers talks to lawyers protesting canals project as PPP seeks to win their support

SHCBA leader agrees to hold dialogue but insists corporate farming, canals "be done away with".

14:31 Will a new war erupt between Pakistan and India?

The British Economist magazine warned of a war between the two nuclear neighbors, Pakistan and India, after an attack that lasted tourists in the Jamo and Kashmir region, behind the dead and dozens of wounded.

13:35 KKH blocked at Tatta Pani area of GB after heavy landsliding

District admin official says that machinery dispatched to remove debris; expected to be cleared within a few hours.

12:02 4 dead in truck-car collision on Makran Coastal Highway near Balochistan’s Lasbela

Initial investigations suggest accident occurred when the car driver fell asleep at the wheel.

11:54 Gunmen kill 2 security officials assigned to protect polio workers in southwest Pakistan

Officials say gunmen have shot and killed two security officials assigned to protect polio workers in restive southwestern Pakistan.

10:58 Two Levies personnel on polio duty martyred in Mastung firing, says official

Shahid Rind condemns attack, says govt will not allow polio campaign to be "sabotaged".

10:46 Horror in India as gunmen shoot 24 tourists dead

The attack occured at Baisaran meadow, which is located around 5km from Pahalgam, a busy tourist destination in the tense region of India-controlled Kashmir.

09:50 Lahore cop held for drugs supply to university students

Police arrests suspect dressed in uniform, attempting to enter university premises with drugs.

09:13 Traders seek govt intervention as Sindh protests hit goods supply

Oil companies warn of supply disruption as containers stuck at Sindh-Punjab border.

09:13 Busy intersections in Lahore to have modern traffic signals

LDA DG directs officers to consult with traffic police while planning any project to ensure smooth traffic flow.

09:13 Govt defends its wheat policy in Punjab Assembly

SACM says provinces are following Centre’s decision of free market of wheat.

09:13 Over 30 outlets sealed for not paying property tax

Official directs authorities to ensure 100pc recovery of property tax.

08:26 Attack on tourists in Indian Kashmir kills 26, police say

Little-known group claims responsibility as Pakistani foreign ministry expresses condolences

08:22 PAA signs agreement for automated gates at airports

Foreign delegation visits PAA headquarters to sign the agreement.

08:22 Police bust two ‘honey-trap gangs’ in Rawalpindi

16 suspects, including five police officials, arrested; policemen dismissed from service.

08:22 Transgender person allegedly gang-raped in Islamabad

The man, along with another accomplice, began beating her and then sexually assaulted her, survivor alleges.

08:22 Four held in Balakot for smuggling bear cub

MANSEHRA: The Balakot police on Tuesday recovered a cub of black bear while being smuggled from Kaghan Valley to...

07:59 Gen Mirza seeks reciprocal steps from India for N-risk reduction

Expert warns emerging technologies threaten to destabilise global security order.

07:59 Govt urged to issue permits to skilled Afghan workers

Commerce chamber leader says skilled workers from other provinces not willing to come to Balochistan due to security conditions.

07:59 BHC orders release of Lakpass protesters

Judges state if detained individuals not required in other case, “they should be released unconditionally."

07:59 Govt plans to outsource railway hospitals, schools

Minister says there is no room for negligence in Pakistan Railways.

07:59 KMC to establish nine markets of sacrificial animals across Karachi

Mayor informed that the auction process for cattle markets has been finalised, award letters would be issued shortly.

07:59 Court proceedings suspended across Sindh amid lawyers’ strike call

All Sindh Lawyers Action Committee decides to extend Khairpur sit-in to Kamo Shaheed, Kashmore Dera Mor and Karachi.

07:59 Over a dozen sent to prison for Ahmadi man’s murder in Karachi

IO says that six other suspects had obtained pre-arrest bail from the court while remaining others are still at large.

07:59 Pakistan concerned over loss of tourists’ lives as 26 killed in India-held Kashmir attack, says FO

"We extend our condolences to the near ones of the deceased and wish the injured a speedy recovery," says FO spokesperson.

07:01 Supreme Court says dowry should be ‘free from coercion’

Justice Shah-headed bench rules property received by bride cannot be appropriated by groom or his family.

06:57 IHC’s Justice Minhas reaffirms CJ’s authority over case assignments

Dismisses petition seeking transfer of case to Justice Sattar.

06:57 Khunjerab Pass opens for year-round trade and travel

Officials hail move as a milestone for CPEC and regional cooperation.

06:57 SC adjourns seniority case after petitioners seek time for rebuttal

SHC registrar submits concise statement; 5 IHC judges challenge legality of judicial transfers without fresh oath.

06:57 ECP has no power to interfere in parties’ internal affairs: PTI

Commission questions Barrister Gohar’s election as party chief after he "joined" SIC.

05:12 PPP feels ‘reassured’ after PM’s aide offers talks on canals

CCI meeting not summoned despite requests; Rana Sanaullah woos Sindh nationalist leaders, JUI-F for dialogue.

05:12 Govt proposes multiparty consultation on new canals

PTI, PPP present competing resolutions during fiery Senate session; PPP reiterates demands for immediate CCI meeting.

05:12 Landslides continue in GB even as rains subside

Rockfalls wreak havoc in Diamer, Hunza, Astore.

05:12 Sisters denied meeting with Imran again, despite assurances

PTI to write to IHC CJ over repeated violations of court orders, says Salman Akram Raja.

22:01 The fear of Saudi Prince and PM Modi's friendship? Shahbaz, race in the shelter of MBS rival 'Khalifa' Erdogan?

Pakistan Turkey vs Saudi Prince: Pakistan's PM Shahbaz Sharif is suddenly going on a trip to Türkiye. Shahbaz Sharif will meet Turkish President Erdogan. This meeting will give special emphasis on strengthening defense and trade relations. This journey is taking place at a time when PM Modi has visited Saudi Arabia.

21:12 More than 20 tourists dead in horror attack: ‘This is an abomination’

At least 26 people were killed in the Indian-administered Kashmir region when gunmen opened fire on tourists on Tuesday, a senior police officer told AFP, with authorities calling it the worst attack on civilians in years.

19:50 At least 20 feared killed in militant attack on tourists in Indian Kashmir

Little-known group claims responsibility for one of worst attacks in region in years

19:36 Students and civil society march in Karachi against canals project, warn of looming ‘water wars’

Karachi Bachao Tehreek organiser says "existential" canals issue to mostly affect poor people in Karachi.

18:49 At least 20 tourists killed in India-controlled Kashmir shooting

Kashmir has seen a spate of targeted killings of Hindus, including immigrant workers from Indian states, after New Delhi ended the region’s semi-autonomous status in 2019.

17:52 Mohseni Ejei meeting with the judicial authorities of seven countries; Iranian -centered dialogue

TEHRAN - IRNA - The head of the judiciary who has traveled to Hangzhou, China to attend the 20th Summit of Judicial Systems of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, said: "During a meeting with the judicial authorities of the regional countries (a member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization), we asked them to facilitate and accelerate the legal problems of the family.

22/04 At least 24 tourists dead in horror attack

At least 24 people were killed in the Indian-administered Kashmir region when gunmen opened fire on tourists on Tuesday, a senior police officer told AFP, with authorities calling it the worst attack on civilians in years.

22/04 Aurangzeb assures World Bank of govt’s commitment to sustainable economic stability

Finance minister holds separate meetings with World Bank, IMF heads.

22/04 At least 24 dead in an attack against tourists in Kashmir

At least 24 people died in the Cashmiro region administered by India when several men fired against tourists, a high police charge indicated, in what the ...

22/04 Fury as Labour MP calls for Pakistan airport amid Birmingham bin chaos

Tahir Ali, Labour MP for Hall Green and Moseley, first came under fire last month for supporting a campaign calling for a new airport to be built in Mirpur, Kashmir.

22/04 Dozens killed as gunmen attack tourists in Kashmir

Gunmen in Kashmir opened fire on a group of tourists on Tuesday, with the chief minister saying the 'inhuman' attack was one of the worst targeting civilians for years.

22/04 Horror as five tourists feared dead and several injured after 'worst' attack

At least eight people have been injured after gunmen opened fire at a popular tourist destination in Kashmir.

22/04 Sindh Police claim solving blind murder case after arresting 2 suspects

"Two suspects called victim to their house, where he was brutally killed after being hit on the head with a heavy hammer," say police.

22/04 Islamabad says more than 100,000 Afghans left Pakistan in April

Drive is part of a larger campaign that government began in 2023 to repatriate all illegal foreigners.

22/04 Expert discuss urgent need to improve maternal nutrition strategies

"Only a healthy mother can bring a healthy child to life," says the secretary to Ministry of Health Services.

22/04 Two shot dead for ‘honour’ in Swat’s Barikot: police

Resident of the area says deceased was "allegedly involved in an illicit relationship with a woman".

22/04 Pakistan expresses desire to enhance ties with China in space technology

PM Shehbaz says Pakistan giving utmost importance to space technology; calls China "country's most reliable and strategic partner".

22/04 Sindh CM urges anti-canal protesters to carry on rallies but without bothering others

Murad says work on canals project halted since July 2024 because of his PPP-led govt.

22/04 PM Shehbaz departs for two-day Turkiye visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties

FO says PM Shehbaz will hold extensive discussions with Turkish President Erdogan on bilateral relations, recent developments in region.

22/04 Ex-BBC host Mishal Husain reveals ancestors' US revolutionary secrets

Husain, 52, stood down from her role at the BBC in December 2024 after 11 years at the helm of Radio 4 and more than two decades at the corporation.

22/04 Labour MP pushing for Pakistan airport blasted over bizarre new attack

Birmingham MP Tahir Ali has claimed right-wing opponents of his new campaign are being backed by shady foreign interests.

22/04 Lahore ATC issues non-bailable arrest warrant for KP CM over protest, police ‘attack’

Warrants also issued for three other PTI leaders over October 5 protest.

22/04 Saffron to be cultivated in Swat on experimental basis: officials

Farmers participate in a two-day training at Agriculture Research Institute.

22/04 NDMA urges citizens to remain cautious amidst countrywide heatwave

“The weather is likely to remain dry and hot in most parts of the country," says advisory.

22/04 Renowned chef Zakir passes away in Karachi: family

He was undergoing treatment for kidney problems, nephew says.

22/04 UAE, Pakistan reaffirm strategic partnership

PM Shehbaz urges enhanced cooperation in trade, investment, energy; Pakistan, Rwanda sign MoU on diplomats’ training.

22/04 Rawalpindi health workers’ protest against hospitals outsourcing mars anti-polio campaign

District health official acknowledges a shortage of 2,500 workers in the affected tehsils in light of the protest.

22/04 University student shot dead at hostel in Islamabad

According to police, attacker pulls out a pistol, asks three other girls present in the room to be quiet before opening fire.

22/04 IHC terms FIA report in judge’s intimidation case unsatisfactory

Justice Sattar asks, “Entire report is based on the judge’s grievances. How can someone else file a complaint on behalf of a judge?”

22/04 ANP boycotts briefing on minerals bill

Calls draft legislation attack on province’s autonomy; KP Assembly speaker says action on bill after Imran’s approval.

22/04 Qaumi Watan Party’s Sherpao calls for joint plan of action to eliminate terrorism

Hails restoration of Pak-Afghan trade.

22/04 Farmer kills boy for taking bath at his tubewell in Punjab’s Vehari

Separately, Bahawalpur police say robber involved in over 50 cases killed during encounter.

22/04 Controversy erupts as trees felled for petrol pump on police station lawn in Rahim Yar Khan

Police spokesperson defends employees’ welfare project amid social media backlash.

22/04 H2(N)O: Nor any drop to drink for Karachi’s other half

Karachi’s water crisis won’t be solved with billion-rupee mega-projects but through people-centred reforms that give informal settlements legal recognition and reliable services they can count on.

22/04 Law minister sees no need for a new amendment

Tarar says any future amendment would only be made with consensus among all coalition partners.

22/04 Prof Adib Rizvi honoured with prestigious medical award

SIUT founder says political animosities should be set aside for betterment and well-being of deprived population.

22/04 Punjab Assembly echoes with issue of consistent ministerial absence

DCs asked to "ensure" treasury MPAs presence for passage of bill today.

22/04 Doctors, paramedics lock Lahore OPDs during protest

Young doctors continue to protest on The Mall for 15th day.

22/04 GB bar rejects retired judges for top court, extends strike

Demands vacant positions in region’s Supreme Appellate Court be filled with lawyers on merit, rather than appointing retired judges.

22/04 PFUJ alarmed by threats to journalists

Expresses concern over trolling, threats issued by religious party's supporters; demands concrete actions to protect anchors.

22/04 Karachi’s temperature soars to 41°C as heatwave persists

Official says current weather conditions likely to persist till April 24.

22/04 Murad vows to eradicate polio from Sindh as vaccination drive begins

Over 25,000 law enforcers to protect 69,724 frontline workers during week-long campaign.

22/04 Maulana joins hands with Jamaat for pro-Palestine agitation

Hafiz Naeem rejects 26th amendment, says it has weakened the judiciary.

22/04 Work on $2bn motorway projects to start this year: minister

Abdul Aleem Khan chairs NHA meeting.

22/04 GB rain, landslides claim one life, leave four others injured

Intermittent rains wreak havoc with landslides damaging roads, public and private infrastructure.

22/04 Procedure to transfer judges placed on record

Two high court registrars back govt’s stance; LHCBA, LBA provide additional grounds to challenge executive’s power to transfer judges.

22/04 PM Shehbaz wants expats to have investment opportunities in Pakistan

Assures overseas Pakistanis their issues will be resolved on a priority basis, leaves for Turkiye on a two-day official visit.

22/04 13 killed as van plunges into ravine in Jamshoro

Police say vehicle’s brakes failed and the driver lost control.

22/04 PTI-JUI gulf widens despite overtures

Omar Ayub says party cannot force Maulana to join "grand alliance"; Fazl willing to engage with PTI.

22/04 Coalition partners put canals on the negotiating table

Azma criticises Bilawal for "harsh remarks"; Ghani accuses PML-N of trying to hurt PPP.

21/04 Provincial reservations about contentious canal project to be addressed, Sanaullah assures PPP

PM's adviser reaches agreement with Sindh senior minister over the phone.

21/04 Water tanker accidentally crushes young man in Karachi’s Gulshan-i-Iqbal

Two other young men killed in separate accidents involving bikes.

21/04 Mahrang’s detention extended by a month: lawyer

Lawyer Imran Baloch says no written notice received, submitting an application to the Balochistan Home Department for formal notification.

21/04 Pakistan begins second nationwide child polio vaccination drive

Health workers are often attacked by militants who falsely claim that vaccination efforts are part of a Western plot to sterilise Muslim children.

21/04 Overseas Pakistani woman attacked in Lahore’s factory area: police

Joint teams formed to trace suspects on DIG Kamran’s instructions, the statement says.

21/04 Rare caracal seen in Rahim Yar Khan’s Cholistan Desert

Wildlife ranger says he spotted the wild cat at 7:30am.

21/04 PPP offers condolences for 5 Pakistanis killed in bus accident near Madina

Pakistani consul general in Jeddah says 3 of the deceased to be buried in Saudi Arabia.

21/04 10.6m children to be vaccinated in Sindh as polio eradication drive kicks off

Statement says CM Murad administered polio drops to children to formally launch the campaign.

21/04 One terrorist killed in Lower South Waziristan, say police

Unidentified assailants attack police team on polio duty in Kalosha area.

21/04 Firm hands over Rs7.5m cheque to family of sacked worker who set himself on fire in Lahore

LHC orders company to pay two cheques of Rs3.75m to each widow of Asif Javed.

21/04 Woman property dealer shot dead in Rawalpindi

Police say she was accompanied by three men, woman whom she was supposed to show a piece of land near Budhal.

21/04 OIC steering committee meeting on STI agenda starts tomorrow in Islamabad

Representatives from Saudi Arabia, Kazakhstan, Turkiye, Jordan, Uganda, Bangladesh, and Malaysia to attend.

21/04 UC chairman among 14 others arrested in Karachi Ahmadi lynching case

Police say suspects were caught using CCTV footage confirming their involvement in attack.

21/04 Justice Mansoor Ali Shah takes oath as acting CJP

SC statement says that Justice Shah will serve as top judge during CJP Afridi's trip abroad.

21/04 Pakistan begins 2nd anti-polio vaccination campaign of the year to protect millions of children

Officials say Pakistan has launched a weeklong second nationwide vaccination campaign to protect 45 million children from polio.

21/04 Christian community celebrates Easter in twin cities

Carols and hymns are sung, and the story of Jesus Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection is reenacted at churches.

21/04 Mercury crosses 40°C in Karachi

Temperature reaches 43°C in Jacobabad; official says heatwave likely to persist for 3 more days.

21/04 Christian municipal workers in Karachi protest against non-payment of dues on Easter

Sindh finance department released only 50pc of overtime allowances on the last working day.

21/04 Total shutterdown in most parts of Sindh as people take to streets against canals

Karachi remains unaffected, partial strike witnessed in Hyderabad.

21/04 Nadir Magsi emerges winner in jeep race as Derajat festival concludes

40-day festival included a variety of traditional, modern sports including tent pegging, horse riding, boxing, kabaddi and wrestling.

21/04 Frontier Corps soldier martyred in Lakki Marwat

Deceased came to his village on two months' leave, was set to leave area to rejoin his duties.

21/04 Bad timing of uplift projects in Lahore’s Johar Town, other areas riles motorists

Upcoming monsoon season may also affect the works and cause wastage of public funds.

21/04 In-laws fracture woman’s legs over suspicion in Muzaffargarh

Doctors says woman’s health is out of danger; police carrying out raids to arrest suspects.

21/04 Punjab govt agency bars Ahmadis from buying land even in Chenabnagar

Town planning agency "discriminates" against the community in plots auction in Chenabnagar, Chiniot, Jhang, Shorkot.

21/04 Five charged with blasphemy for printing stickers in Sargodha

Police claim suspects arrested to maintain peace in the area.

21/04 Food security at stake, warn wheat farmers

Pakistan Kissan Ittehad president rejects Punjab govt Rs15bn wheat support package

21/04 Funds shortage causes delay in purchase of anti-cancer drugs in KP

Health secretary says govt paying handsomely to the department.

21/04 Over 2.6m to be administered polio drops in Balochistan

Official warns "virus could cause lifelong paralysis" if parents fail to vaccinate their children.

21/04 FIA Gujranwala arrests agent for tampering with Nadra data

Suspect was involved in tampering with birth certificates, family trees and identity records with connivance of some Nadra officials.

21/04 Two hostages recovered from Punjab’s Katcha area

Two kidnappers reportedly injured during police operation.

21/04 Sindh experts find ‘construction halted’ at Cholistan canal site

Team sent by CM Murad submits its report.

21/04 AJK premier blames ‘mafias’ for smear campaign, touts anti-corruption drive

Chaudhry Anwarul Haq claims Rs600bn looted by mafias; crackdown triggers smear campaign.

21/04 Mohsin Naqvi meets Saudi envoy

Both sides discuss collaboration in economic, social and security sectors.

21/04 Intermittent rains impede people’s movement in GB

KKH blocked by another landslide; flights remain suspended due to inclement weather.

21/04 Govt to expand public bus service across Balochistan

Transport secretary says 21 buses to be added to fleet by June, including 4 only for women.

21/04 Over 27pc union councils of Balochistan non-functional

The province has one of the weakest and most dysfunctional local govt systems, session told.

21/04 Talks to salvage PPP-‘N’ bond inch forward

PML-N, PPP leaders meet in Lahore, former agrees to propose solutions in next meeting.

21/04 Provincial shares increased as more water becomes available

Kharif shortage prediction revised down from 43pc to 27pc as dam levels rise.

20/04 A massive march in Islamabad in support of Gaza

Hundreds of thousands of Pakistanis gathered in the Pakistani capital, Islamabad, to express their continuous support for Gaza and the Palestinian cause and to denounce the continuous Israeli crimes on the Gaza Strip.

20/04 UAE’s Deputy PM arrives in Pakistan for two-day visit: FO

Says Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan expected to hold talks with FM Ishaq Dar, call on PM Shehbaz Sharif

20/04 Elderly man run over by water tanker amid rise in heavy vehicle fatalities across Karachi

Police disperse mob trying to damage the tanker, taking custody of the vehicle.

20/04 ‘We are trying to send as many pilgrims as we can for Haj’: minister

Permission granted to 10,000 more pilgrims to perform Haj, religous affairs minister says.

20/04 PIA launches inaugural flight from Lahore to Baku

Airline says initiative reflects growing diplomatic and economic ties between Pakistan and Azerbaijan, aiming to boost tourism and people-to-people linkages.

20/04 Railway traffic restored in Sindh’s Khairpur after nationalist parties block track over canals issue

Lawyers continue sit-in at city's Babarloi Bypass, blocking national highway "for goods".

20/04 How Easter was marked across the globe

All Christians, from Orthodox and Western churches, are observing the holiday on the same day this year in a rare occurrence which sees the churches calendars align.

20/04 JI agrees not to march to Islamabad’s Red Zone for Gaza rally

JI spokesperson says demonstration will take place on Islamabad Expressway, party chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman to address protesters.

20/04 PM Shehbaz launches anti-polio drive, vows to achieve ‘roaring success in the campaign’

The campaign, running from April 21 to April 27, aims to administer the polio vaccine to 45.4 million children.

20/04 Leader of weeks-long Parachinar sit-in arrested: police

Malik Zartaj is among organisers of protest held since March 2 against closure of sole road to city.

20/04 Pictures .. Arab and international cities witness massive demonstrations in support of Palestine

Human demonstrations took place in a number of capitals and cities around the world, Arab and Western, in solidarity with the Palestinian people and denouncing the continuous Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip, which caused thousands of civilian victims.

20/04 Attacks on global fast-food outlets in Pakistan carried out under ‘organised’ plan, says Azma

Warns Punjab govt won't allow anyone to create unrest whether it's in name of "religion, solidarity or political terrorism".

20/04 PTI clears KP assembly speaker Babar Swati of illegal appointment charges

Internal body report says ex-senator Azam Swati who levelled the charges failed to substantiate his claims.

20/04 Rana Sanaullah, Sharjeel agree to resolve canals project issue through talks

PML-N leader tells provincial minister on phone that his party high-ups want Sindh's reservations to be removed.

20/04 Heatwave in Karachi to last till April 23: Met Office

Advisory recommends children, women and elderly take precautionary measures.

20/04 Rawalpindi ATC rejects bail applications of PTI’s 16 prominent members

Among those denied bail are former Punjab provincial minister Raja Basharat, Sanam Javed, Mashal Yousafzai and Seemabia Tahir.

20/04 Windstorm, heavy rains kill man, partially damage 48 houses in AJK

17-year-old student dies in a suburban area of Muzaffarabad, after a tree falls on him during stormy weather.

20/04 First-time property sellers get relief after Lahore High Court order

Interim order seeks record from FBR, PLRA on housing society’s plea; agrees no legal framework cited to override exemption.

20/04 Curfew imposed in parts of North Waziristan

Admin says that the curfew would remain in place from 6am on Sunday till 6pm.

20/04 PHC adjourns plea against five-decade-old notification on Chitral land settlement

Asks counsel to argue the matter on May 12; 1975 notification declares Chitral region’s barren lands as Govt property.

20/04 Bilawal inspects houses for flood survivors in Hyderabad

Distributes property ownership certificates among flood-affected families in Jhundo Khoso village.

20/04 Pakistan is dysfunctional governance-wise: Miftah

Says his party believes Cholistan Canal issue was to be decided by CCI but it was not being taken up at this forum.

20/04 Sikh pilgrims return to India via Wagah

Dolphin Force, Police Response Unit and Elite Force units patrolling designated routes to ensure smooth and secure transportation.

20/04 4,700 beggars deported from Saudi Arabia, says Asif

Says “their ever-increasing population is tarnishing the country’s image abroad."

20/04 Two wedding guests shot by pickpockets in Kasur

According to Kot Radha Kishan police, a gang of pickpockets stole cash and mobile phones from the pockets of wedding guests.

20/04 KP Governor Kundi accuses CM Gandapur of being ‘compromised’

Wonders how Gandapur returned from Islamabad during November march despite heavy blockades.

20/04 BNP to challenge mines law in court

Mengal slams plan to use revenue from petrol sales for development in Balochistan.

20/04 Week-long heatwave, prolonged outages affect life in Sindh cities

Heatstroke and gastro patients are reporting to hospitals in large numbers in several districts.

20/04 Balochistan to unveil social media policy soon: CM

Influencers urged to promote social harmony, national unity.

20/04 Pakistan reaffirms support for UN peacekeeping

Mohsin Naqvi stresses importance of incorporating modern technology to enhance effectiveness of peace missions.

20/04 Much hinges on Iran-US talks

A media leak said Trump vetoed an Israeli plan for a joint attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities.

20/04 Failure of Afghan policy

The Taliban are stoking anti-Pakistan sentiment within Afghanistan.

20/04 JCP, SC officials submit statements in IHC judges’ case

Apex court to resume hearing on IHC seniority dispute on 22nd; commission to meet for appointment of high court chief justices.

20/04 Nawaz calls for PPP-govt dialogue on water issue

Sana disapproves of politics over the issue of water.

20/04 Women entitled to dower after ending abusive marriage: LHC

Justice Raheel says Khula does not automatically nullify contractual obligation laid down in Nikahnama.

20/04 PM vows to revive agriculture through innovation

Directs formation of working committees on five critical sectors.

20/04 Two sisters die as rains trigger landslides across GB

Downpour suspends flights, disrupts power supply and internet connectivity.

20/04 SC backs vehicle owners in Customs seizure case

Says Customs must prove smuggling, not penalise innocent owners.

20/04 CJP-led delegation to visit China, Turkiye soon

MoU expected to be signed between apex courts of Pakistan and China to enhance bilateral judicial cooperation.

19/04 Sindh CM says controversial canals project to die down before budget

Accuses govt of making misleading statements about progress of the canal project; Rana Sanaullah says PPP's stance "just propaganda".

19/04 UC chairman among 6 men identified for Ahmadi man’s lynching in Karachi: police

Three of them were nominated in a 2023 vandalism case against TLP, to which victim was eyewitness.

19/04 Goods transporters end nationwide strike after talks with authorities

Karachi commissioner says transporters will not operate any "road unworthy" vehicle.

19/04 An earthquake that struck northern Pakistan .. This is its power (video)

An earthquake that struck northern Pakistan .. This is its power (video)

19/04 Govt condemns vandalism of fast-food outlets, vows to deal with attackers strictly

Minister of state for interior says PM has taken notice of "around 20 such incidents" across country.

19/04 Aurangzeb leaves for US to attend IMF, World Bank meetings

Finance minister will also attend 13th meeting of Coalition of Finance Ministers for Climate Action.

19/04 PSL 2025: What did the Pakistani player do? To open, not out, not out, made in the name of run?

PSL 2025: Quetta Gladiators captain Saud Shakeel defeated his own team in Pakistan Super League 2025.

19/04 5 ‘terrorists’ killed in joint operation in Balochistan’s Dukki: CTD

Says they slain men were involved in attacks on coal mines, security forces and citizens.

19/04 Tremors felt in Islamabad, KP as 5.9-magnitude quake hits Afghanistan-Tajikistan border region

PMD says quake struck at 11:47am; no loss of life reported.

19/04 Rwandan embassy to be inaugurated in Islamabad

Rwandan Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation will inaugurate the embassy.

19/04 Deputy PM Dar stresses ‘brotherly ties’ as he lands in Afghanistan for talks over security concerns

Says discussions regarding trade and economy will also be held.

19/04 Italy upholds sentence of Pakistani parents who killed their teen daughter for refusing marriage

The parents were found guilty of killing their 18-year-old daughter for refusing to marry her older cousin.

19/04 Pakistani Foreign Minister visits a cable with the increasing deportation of Afghans

Pakistani Foreign Minister Mohamed Ishaq intends to visit Afghanistan today, Saturday, after his country deported more than 85,000 Afghan within two weeks.

19/04 Verdict reserved on fertiliser firms’ pleas

IHC's Justice Saman hears petitions challenging Competition Commission of Pakistan's authority.

19/04 Protests on The Mall should not choke entire city, says LHC

Noting that the protests had been ongoing for several days, judge urges authorities to engage in dialogue.

19/04 No ban on meetings of Imran in Adiala: Azma

Claims, “PTI itself changes the names of those who are to meet their leader and then hold Punjab government responsible.”

19/04 PTI, Imran’s sisters file contempt plea against jail authorities

Petition filed in IHC says continued denial of meetings with PTI founder a “blatant violation of court orders”.

19/04 World must act against Israel’s genocide in Gaza: National Assembly speaker

Says, "Among the most heinous acts is the deliberate bombing of a UN-run clinic in Jabalia, which sheltered over 700 displaced civilians."

19/04 Police use water cannons to disperse young doctors

YDA, health employees were trying to reach CM Secretariat.

19/04 BNP-M launches second phase of protests

Mastung rally marks beginning of province-wide protests scheduled till May 12.

19/04 Balochistan governor visits Russian varsity, eyes academic ties

Expresses commitment to creating new educational opportunities for students enrolled in public sector universities.

19/04 Pakistan, Egypt to collaborate in health sector

Egyptian health experts will visit Pakistan soon in order to extend support in the fight against Hepatitis C.

19/04 Six injured in lightning strike as rain, hailstorm lash KP

PDMA issues flood alert for River Kabul, tributaries.

19/04 Ex-CM Mahmood denies ‘bringing back terrorists from Afghanistan’

Says Gandapur-led current govt had “reduced the province to rubble".

19/04 Ishaq Dar to raise terror concerns in Kabul meetings today

Day-long visit to Kabul follows months of hiatus in ties, raises hope for thaw in them.

19/04 Ahsan Iqbal reaffirms commitment to development of Balochistan

Attends Uraan Pakistan event in Quetta; says Gwadar Port will serve as key gateway for exports.

19/04 Work on construction of new canals on Indus halted, govt lawyer tells SHC

Bench orders appointment of Irsa federal member from Sindh by 29th.

19/04 Karachi’s JPMC doctors boycott OPDs after colleague beaten by patient’s relatives

Hospital administration, family of teenager who died lodge FIRs against each other.

19/04 Heatwave in Karachi from tomorrow: Met Office

Weather system’s movement towards southern parts would help subside ongoing heatwave in rest of province from today, expert says.

19/04 Jaranwala riots case: Man handed down death, 10-year term with Rs3m fine

Two other suspects acquitted after being given benefit of doubt over 2023 attacks on Christian community.

19/04 Traders call for facilities at Torkham to expedite trade with Afghanistan

Ask authorities to restrict NLC to role of managing customs terminal.

19/04 SC orders ‘certain concessions’ for May 9 victims

Asks ATCs to consider exemption pleas to save accused from long travel; high courts asked to move trials to suspects' hometown.

19/04 National Institute of Health warns of Congo virus, heatstroke before Eidul Azha

Virus is transmitted to humans through tick bi­­tes, contact with infec­t­­ed animal blood or tissues or infected human blood.

19/04 PTI leader Aliya Hamza arrested in Rawalpindi

Arrest follows a protest she organised on Friday; 2 others also detained.

19/04 Judge questions trial of ‘some’ May 9 cases in military courts

Justice Rizvi wonders whether any concerned military officers were ever held accountable for failures during incident.

19/04 Three killed, several missing after Kurram convoy attack

Tribal leaders criticise administration for failing to reopen road despite peace agreement.

19/04 Businesses seek PM’s intervention as logistics crisis deepens

Claim ports are paralysed, thousands of containers stuck, perishables rotting away; transporters seek grace period to implement new Sindh govt regulations.

19/04 Ex-PM Khaqan Abbasi rules out grand alliance with PTI

Says Imran’s party has to "change its thinking"; flays govt for not cutting petrol price.

19/04 NDMA warns tourists as severe weather expected today in Punjab

Rs550m allocated for protection against floods, dam strengthening; 4 filtration plants to address Cholistan water shortage.

19/04 Bilawal threatens to exit govt if canals’ plan not shelved

Claims those planning the project "owe their power to PPP"; party again urges CCI to take up matter.

19/04 PM Shehbaz assures provinces of support in terror fight

Premier calls for shunning political differences; KP govt rep agrees on need to "jointly counter terrorism and extremism".

18/04 FO acknowledges ‘outstanding issues’ raised amid reports of Bangladesh seeking 1971 apology

"Both sides stated their respective positions on them in an environment of mutual understanding and respect," spokesperson says.

18/04 ‘I am here to save Indus River’: Bilawal again denounces canal project, threatens withdrawing govt support

PPP chairman reiterates that party will oppose the canal project, threatens to quit coalition.

18/04 Pakistan expels 80,000 Afghan before the end of the refugee deportation deadline

A senior Pakistani official revealed - today, Friday, that his country's authorities expelled more than 80,000 Afghan citizens since the end of last March, as part of a deportation campaign before the end of a specific deadline on April 30.

18/04 Ahmadi community in Pakistan says one of their members is beaten to death by Islamists

A spokesman for the minority Ahmadi community in Pakistan says that a mob of Islamists allegedly beat to death a member of the Ahmadi community while they were demonstrating near a place of worship in the southern port city of Karachi.

18/04 What is the most luxury train in Pakistan? Know what is special and how much is the fare

Which is the most luxurious train in Pakistan: Indian Railways is considered to be the fourth longest railway system in the world. The rail system in India is very good. India has a great system ranging from normal train to luxury train. To avail these luxury services, passengers also have to spend big money. At the same time, we should talk about the neighboring country of Pakistan, so even today

18/04 FM Dar to depart for long-awaited visit to Kabul tomorrow: FO

FO spokesperson says both countries will discuss the entirety of the Pak-Afghan relationship and deepening cooperation.

18/04 Ahmadi man allegedly lynched as religiopolitical party members storm Saddar worship place: police

DIG says police ascertaining claims of Ahmadi man's death, retrieving CCTV footage.

18/04 Four terrorists killed in joint IBO in KP’s Swat district: ISPR

Weapons and ammunition seized during joint operation by security forces and law enforcement personnel

18/04 Tribal industrialists object to Centre’s plan to roll back tax relief

Say if industrial units are taxed, they will be ruined.

18/04 Over 2,000 more Afghan nationals leave for homeland

Out of 829 ACC holders, 526 left for Afghanistan voluntarily, while 303 were deported through Torkham border.

18/04 Ban on heavy vehicles extended as fresh curbs imposed on rickshaws

Trucks allowed to operate in city between 10pm and 6am for two months.

18/04 Wazirabad workers ‘denied’ salaries ahead of Easter

Company spokesperson says employees to be paid before festival.

18/04 Punjab Assembly stands united in opposition to wheat policy

Session marked by opposition protests and lack of govt representation during crucial debate.

18/04 Citizens in capital lose Rs620m to criminals in three months

Police register over 1,200 cases from Jan 1 to March 28.

18/04 One million children in Rawalpindi to be vaccinated against polio

Campaign to start from April 21.

18/04 PM lays foundation of underpass to link Murree Road with Srinagar Highway

Praises interior minister, CDA chairman and other officers for development works in Islamabad.

18/04 Chinese investment welcome with open arms: KP govt

SACM says “Our province ... could play a key role in the second phase of CPEC."; Promises facilities, security to investors.

18/04 ‘Enemies fear economic progress’: PM Shehbaz vows to ‘crush’ terrorists trying to threaten Pakistan’s security

In cabinet meeting on security situation, premier assures provincial govts of support to boost counter-terrorism capabilities.

18/04 Heatwave intensifies in Sindh as mercury surges to 49°C

Met Office says occasionally windy conditions likely to prevail in Karachi, Hyderabad, Thatta, Badin and Sujawal.

18/04 Probe finds over 200 kanal land was illegally transferred to Bahria Town Lahore

NAB says the land was successfully restored and transferred back to the owner.

18/04 Karachiites in for another shock from utility bills

KMC proposes 100pc hike in municipal utilities tax; opposition in City Council slams plan.

18/04 Balochistan Food Authority cracks down on substandard food

Authority inspects 20 outlets, including five milk shops, which were fined.

18/04 Pakistan, Russia agree to advance partnership

FM Dar reaffirms strong commitment to ties with Moscow.

18/04 Nepra member steps down without explanation

Rana was not comfortable with external pressure relating to tariff adjustments, sources say.

18/04 Repatriation of Afghans picks up via Balochistan

Chief secretary calls for expediting repatriation process.

18/04 CM Bugti welcomes BNP-M’s decision to call off sit-in

Says intelligence-based operations against terrorists to continue.

18/04 IHC orders govt to submit reply to pleas against Peca amendments

Justice Minhas says court will not issue interim relief until both parties have been heard.

18/04 JCP picks Justice Abbasi and Justice Najafi for Constitutional Bench

After addition of two judges, the strength of constitutional benches has swelled to 15.

18/04 No way to rectify errors if military trial records withheld: SC

Justice Rizvi says entire scenario changes if evidence wrongly recorded during trials.

18/04 Imran ready for dialogue for country’s sake, says Gandapur

State minister says govt weighing possibility of trying PTI founder in military court.

18/04 After nearly 17 years, conspirator in Mumbai Chabad terror attack extradited by the US

The 12 attacks saw 166 people killed, including six victims at a Chabad house.

18/04 More hail, thunderstorms likely from today

Extreme weather to mainly impact Potohar region, northern and central parts of Punjab.

18/04 Dar to make long-awaited Kabul trek soon

Development comes on heels of recent Pak-Afghan Joint Coordination Committee meeting.

18/04 PTI livid after party leaders, Imran’s sisters ‘removed from Adiala’

Police denies arrests saying leaders were "respectfully esco­rted out of the jurisdiction of Rawalpindi district” amid tight security.

18/04 Transferred judges place themselves at court’s mercy

Justices Dogar, Soomro and Asif refuse to engage counsel, will accept whatever fate court decides for them, AGP tells Constitutional Bench.

18/04 Polio eradication ‘in sight’ as no new case reported in two months

PM flays critics of govt plans to use PDL for highway construction in Balochistan.

17/04 Nuses in documents: Investigations against several Afghans

138 Afghans traveled on Wednesday via an admission program. A security check resulted in some documents. However, the anun grade is not refused at first.

17/04 Only 23,620 pilgrims allowed to avail Private Haj Scheme this year: ministry

Pakistan granted Haj quota of 179,210, with over 90,000 performing pilgrimage through government scheme.

17/04 PPP UC chairman shot dead in ‘suspected’ targeted attack in Karachi’s Orangi: police

Karachi AIGP takes notice of killing, directs West SSP to submit detailed report.

17/04 Bodies of 8 Pakistanis killed in Iran repatriated: ISPR

A Pakistan Air Force C-130 aircraft airlifted the mortal remains of the deceased and transported them to Bahawalpur, says ISPR.

17/04 Hailstorm, thunderstorm, rain forecast for Friday, Saturday in various parts of country: NEOC

Advisory says strong winds, heavy rainfall may uproot trees, potentially causing temporary power outages.

17/04 Sindh govt writes second letter to Irsa demanding closure of TP link canal

Irrigation dept says water stored in Mangla dam has exceeded estimates after flowing out of Sindh.

17/04 Trailer truck kills young man on superhighway in yet another accident involving heavy vehicle in Karachi: police

A 60-year-old man was killed in a separate hit-and-run incident near Abdullah Shah Ghazi mausoleum, Edhi Foundation says.

17/04 Soldier martyred, 4 terrorists killed in DI Khan operation: ISPR

Weapons and ammunition were seized from the dead terrorists, says military's media wing.

17/04 Two women fatally struck by train in Hussainabad: police

SHO says there were unconfirmed reports of women “trying to record video of a train when they were hit."

17/04 Govt to seek fresh bids for PIA next week: privatisation ministry

Crtieria for potential bidders approved, statement says.