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Military trial verdicts not in line with international obligations, says EU spokesperson

Reminds thats under EU’s GSP+, beneficiary countries, including Pakistan, voluntarily agreed to implement ICCPR.

Updated 23 Dec, 2024 07:22am

Imran directs Saif to unite opposition parties under KP CM’s leadership for negotiations

Waqqas Akram says only Imran can withdraw civil disobedience call; party to seek meeting with jailed founder.

Updated 23 Dec, 2024 08:04am

Protest against Kurram road closures continues

KP launches helicopter service to shift trapped people; Punjab govt sends another consignment of essential items.

Updated 23 Dec, 2024 07:27am

KWSC, Rangers dismantle water theft network in Karachi’s Landhi

Under the garb of RO plant, water worth billions of rupees was being sold to oil refinery at exorbitant rates.

Updated 23 Dec, 2024 08:08am

Citizens suffer as Karachi hit by severe gas crisis amid cold weather

Low pressure interferes with cooking schedules at home.

Updated 23 Dec, 2024 07:45am

Mob torches bus after Karachi woman dies in accident

Bushra, 25, dies while husband injured as SHO says bus apparently hit couple on bike.

Updated 23 Dec, 2024 07:39am

On eve of Al-Qadir Trust case verdict, Defence Minister Asif renews corruption allegations against Imran

Accuses PTI founder of misappropriating funds from Shaukat Khanum Memorial Hospital.

Published 22 Dec, 2024 11:08pm

FIA Gujranwala arrests 2 for allegedly trafficking Pakistanis involved in Greece boat accident

Says one suspect is an operative of international gang involved in human smuggling, extorted Rs8.5m from victims.

Updated 22 Dec, 2024 08:54pm

PM Shehbaz forms committee to negotiate with PTI

Dar, Sanaullah among members named in committee; Barrister Gohar welcomes development; PTI information secretary confirms meeting scheduled for tomorrow.

Updated 22 Dec, 2024 07:03pm

Official urges people to ‘use internet less’ and for ‘important matters’ only

Syed Sajid Mehdi says it will be beneficial if people don’t use internet too much, denies that speed slowdown is causing financial losses.

Updated 22 Dec, 2024 10:59pm

Regulating Speech: Pakistan Vs US

Unpacking Pakistan’s Renewable Energy Boom

Packaging A Better Future: Tetra Pak’s Sustainability Journey

Dispatch From Washington: Why U.S. Increase Sanctions On Pakistan’s Missile System?

Trump says If US Govt Shutdown Happens, ‘Let It Begin Now’

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Why are YouTube ads so alluring?

One cannot afford to disregard the implications of the events in Syria for Pakistan

Smokers’ corner: the myth of ‘Westernisation’

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Top Stories: FO Rejects US Stance on Pakistan Missiles

Regulating Speech: Pakistan Vs US

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Dispatch From Washington: Why U.S. Increase Sanctions On Pakistan’s Missile System?

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Back with a bang: Nescafé Basement returns for it’s sixth season

A fresh stage for emerging talent, premiering December 28, 2024.

FACE partners with Punjab govt to transform agriculture and uplift farmers

FACE partners with the Punjab govt to modernise agriculture, boost productivity, and empower farmers with climate-smart solutions.

Poisonous neighbours – Part II

Belinda and Bobby discover that even a snake can be a true friend.

Trading misery on the Pak-Iran border

16 soldiers martyred in attack on checkpost in South Waziristan: ISPR

Soldier martyred, 4 terrorists killed as infiltration attempt thwarted in separate incident in Khyber.

Pakistan , Updated 22 Dec, 2024 12:16am

16 soldiers martyred in attack on checkpost in South Waziristan: ISPR

Scientists observe ‘negative time’ in quantum experiments

Researchers say they have demonstrated that “negative time” isn’t just a theoretical idea — it exists in a tangible, physical sense.

World , Published 22 Dec, 2024 07:07am

Scientists observe ‘negative time’ in quantum experiments

FO rejects US stance on Pakistan missiles

Allegations termed "unfounded, devoid of rationality and sense of history".

Pakistan , Updated 22 Dec, 2024 07:48am

FO rejects US stance on Pakistan missiles

Likely cause of US missile claim

The bizarre claim regarding Pakistan’s missile programme could well be to appease India.

Pakistan , Updated 22 Dec, 2024 08:54am

Military convictions

Pakistan’s democracy, still finding its feet, cannot afford such compromises on core democratic values.

Newspaper , Updated 22 Dec, 2024 08:49am

OPINION

Who bears the cost?

This small window of low inflation should compel a rethink of how the authorities and employers understand the average household’s

Umair Javed

A national compact for 2025

Maleeha Lodhi

Suicidal behaviour

Zehra Kamal Alam

The larger tragedy

Huma Yusuf

Likely cause of US missile claim

Abbas Nasir

EDITORIAL

Internet restrictions

JUST how much longer does the government plan on throttling the internet is a question up in the air right now....

Bangladesh reset

THE vibes were positive during Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s recent meeting with Bangladesh interim leader Dr...

Leaving home

FROM asylum seekers to economic migrants, the continuing exodus from Pakistan shows mass disillusionment with the...

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Bold action to rescue SDGs in Pakistan

Gains that are made in human development terms are literally washed away by the effects of climate change on a regular basis.

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Decaying delta

Declined river flows have had a detrimental effect on the delta.

Farieha Aziz

Digital graveyard

It seems scrutiny of executive action, disruptions, suppression of fundamental rights non-issues for our courts.

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Digital solution

The digital infrastructure must extend beyond urban centres.

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Greek tragedy

More and more workers look to human smuggling rings to get them out.

BUSINESS

Citizens suffer as Karachi hit by severe gas crisis amid cold weather

Rising crude oil imports boost exports

Reforms under way to privatise PIA

Banks meet ADR limit to avoid tax

New assessment system causes port congestion

EV transition must to combat pollution: Sherry

SPORT

Beaten Fury says Usyk got ‘Christmas gift’ from judges

Haris, Ali take Stallions to Champions T20 Cup final

Pakistan seek ODI series sweep as Proteas look for consolation

Five-star Ghazanfar helps Afghanistan win Zimbabwe ODI series

Weightlifting Taiwan granny garners cheers, health benefits at gym

Gwadar to host PSL 10 player draft on January 11

WORLD

Israeli drone attacks cause power outage at Gaza’s Kamal Adwan Hospital

Angry questions in Germany after Christmas market attack

India child marriage crackdown reaches nearly 5,000 arrests

Beaten Fury says Usyk got ‘Christmas gift’ from judges

Iran protests US arrest of nationals over technology export: local media

US Congress passes bill to avert shutdown

Bad romance: The complex allure of toxic love in Pakistani dramas

Bazigah Murad Published 21 Dec, 2024 01:49pm

Host Syed Muzammil Shah denies misquoted remarks about Mahira Khan

The journalist and host recently appeared on a talk show and was made to rank actors based on their appearance and skills.

Images Staff Published 20 Dec, 2024 04:53pm

Bride, groom, spy: India’s wedding detectives

For some families, the first step when young lovers want to get married is not to call a priest or party planner but a sleuth.

AFP Published 20 Dec, 2024 01:58pm

The secrets of Karomber Lake — a tale of curses, trials, and beauty

Sulman Ali Published 20 Dec, 2024 11:07am

Fertility woes — the hidden cost of rising air pollution

As air pollution levels rise, women face a double burden — fighting for clean air and grappling with the impact on their reproductive health.

Aqsa Shams Updated 18 Dec, 2024 12:54pm

SC’s order green lights military courts, detrimental to civilian rights, lawyers warn

Allowing military courts to pronounce decisions, albeit conditionally, raises renewed concerns about the judiciary's independence after the 26th Constitutional Amendment, says lawyer Mirza Moiz Baig.

Dawn.com Updated 14 Dec, 2024 11:03am

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