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PM Shehbaz greets nation, Muslim world leaders on Eid

Says country is "facing threats from internal and external enemies,” highlights need to stay protected from “hatred, sectarianism and all sorts of extremism”.

Published 31 Mar, 2025 05:47am

Twin cities turn into ‘no-go area’ for Afghans after deadline expires

Rawalpindi police chief orders expulsion of Afghan refugees residing in district.

Updated 31 Mar, 2025 08:11am

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US Muslim group calls for probe into killing of Gaza medics

Israeli forces kill 6 Palestinians in south Gaza; rights group calls for sanctions against Israel for demolishing Palestinian homes.

Updated 31 Mar, 2025 08:34am

BNP-M sit-in continues after talks with govt fail

Akhtar Mengal refuses to end protest until BYC leaders are released; Quetta remains inaccessible after authorities place more containers.

Updated 31 Mar, 2025 08:23am

Uninterrupted gas supply during Eid ordered

Sui Southern Gas Company says gas supply will be ensured from the eve of Eidul Fit till midnight on the third day of Eid.

Published 31 Mar, 2025 05:47am

More outlaws killed than civilians or security men: Centre for Research and Security Studies

Think tank sees 13pc drop in overall violence in first quarter of 2025.

Updated 31 Mar, 2025 09:38am

KP govt orders probe into civilian casualties in Mardan strike

Victims’ families warn of march toward Islamabad if justice not served.

Updated 31 Mar, 2025 09:29am

European orbital rocket crashes soon after launch

The 92-foot rocket was not carrying any payload for flight.

Published 31 Mar, 2025 05:47am

Regional cooperation critical to mobilise climate finance: Asian Development Bank

Asia hit hard by rising frequency and severity of storms, floods, heat waves and droughts.

Updated 31 Mar, 2025 09:32am

Eid becomes ‘day of funerals’ for people of Gaza

Three young girls, wearing Eid clothes, among eight killed by Israeli strikes.

Updated 31 Mar, 2025 08:45am

Islamabad High Court Just Changed How We Talk About Rape In Pakistan

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US Panel Urges Sanctions on Pakistan and India

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KP govt apologises for civilian casualties in Mardan operation; probe underway

Protests erupt in Swat, demonstrators claim operation was a "drone strike" that killed nine people.

Press Release , Published 29 Mar, 2025 09:41pm

KP govt apologises for civilian casualties in Mardan operation; probe underway

Trump’s congenial Iftar a pleasant surprise for Muslims

US president thanks Muslim community in Michigan for support during 2024 election.

World , Updated 29 Mar, 2025 02:05pm

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Hard habits

Their job is to ensure that social pressures do not build to the point where problems like militancy and terrorism become a national headache.

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Sindh Building Control Authority amends building rules to legalise commercial use of residential properties

Schools, recreational centres, restaurants, clinics, etc, can be operated in houses following changes to Karachi Building.

Pakistan , Updated 30 Mar, 2025 10:36am

Sindh Building Control Authority amends building rules to legalise commercial use of residential properties

OPINION

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Eid amidst crises

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Women’s rights

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SPORT

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WORLD

US Muslim group calls for probe into killing of Gaza medics

European orbital rocket crashes soon after launch

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Eid becomes ‘day of funerals’ for people of Gaza

Trump says ‘there will be bombing’ if Iran does not make nuclear deal

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The AI Studio Ghibli trend is an insult to art and artists

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Ayeza Khan urges fans to deactivate accounts dedicated to her children

In an effort to allow her children to explore their lives outside the public eye, Khan and her husband have decided to keep their lives private.

Images Staff Published 29 Mar, 2025 03:34pm

Salman Khan says he’s ready to work with Pakistani artists — if India allows it

Get them a visa and take permission from the government, he said during a recent press conference.

Images Staff Published 29 Mar, 2025 02:24pm

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The cost of silence on menstruation

We talk about every bodily function openly — except the one that sustains human life.

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BYC protest, section 144 and Karachi

The city's downtown descends into chaos as police attempt to thwart a demonstration organised by the Baloch Yakjehti Committee.

Muzhira Amin Published 25 Mar, 2025 10:10am

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