Imran says pertinent for him to meet PTI’s team to make negotiations with govt ‘meaningful’ Gohar says PTI will present its charter of demands in writing in the next meeting; trying for negotiation committee to meet Imran. Published 24 Dec, 2024 09:17pm
Live Gaza media office says Israel provides full support for theft of aid Israeli forces kill Palestinian in West Bank refugee camp; video shows robots planting explosives near Kamal Adwan Hospital. Updated 24 Dec, 2024 06:54pm
ICC confirms schedule for Champions Trophy 2025, tournament to commence in Karachi Pak-India clash set for Feb 23; Pakistan to take on New Zealand on Feb 19 opening match in Karachi. Updated 24 Dec, 2024 08:01pm
Pakistan, Afghanistan vow to strengthen bilateral cooperation, regional peace Meeting between Pakistan’s special representative for Afghanistan and Afghan foreign minister takes place in Kabul. Published 24 Dec, 2024 08:28pm
Trump blasts Biden over death sentence commutations "Makes no sense," president-elect says after Biden converted death sentences of 37 worst killers to life imprisonment. Published 24 Dec, 2024 08:10pm
Iran lifts ban on WhatsApp and Google Play, state media says Iran's information minister says move marks "first step in removing internet limitations" in country. Published 24 Dec, 2024 08:48pm
US sanctions on Pakistani firms have ‘no justification’, PM Shehbaz asserts Says country has no intention of using nuclear programme in "aggressive" manner but only for deterrence. Updated 24 Dec, 2024 05:09pm
Shares at PSX shed nearly 1,500 points as market transitions to ‘normalised phase’ Index declines by 1.33pc to close at 112,414.80; expert says earnings would drive “performance rather than rerating”. Updated 24 Dec, 2024 09:05pm
New polio case detected in Balochistan, raising nationwide tally to 65 The new case was detected in Balochistan's Qila Abdullah, making it the seventh polio case from the district. Published 24 Dec, 2024 04:15pm
PTA announces ‘significant strides in enhancing connectivity’ through new submarine cable system Says first phase of cable installation commenced on December 1, second phase to begin on April 1, 2025. Updated 24 Dec, 2024 09:24pm
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.
1 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
2 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. Pakistan , Updated 23 Dec, 2024 07:22am
3 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. Pakistan , Updated 22 Dec, 2024 10:59pm
4 PCB picks UAE as neutral venue for Champions Trophy Spokesman claims decision made by Pakistan, which is expected host 9-10 matches. Sport , Updated 23 Dec, 2024 10:26am
Enter the talks The real decision-making in Pakistan takes place behind closed doors; always has and always will. Arifa Noor
High troop losses Continuing terror attacks show that our counterterrorism measures need a revamp. Localised IBOs appear to be a sound and available option.
Energy conundrum THE onset of cold weather in the country has brought with it a familiar woe: a severe shortage of piped gas for...
Positive cricket change HEADING into their Champions Trophy title defence, Pakistan are hitting the right notes. Mohammad Rizwan’s charges...
A national compact for 2025 Political leaders should rise above their narrow interests to evolve a consensus on core issues.
Likely cause of US missile claim The bizarre claim regarding Pakistan’s missile programme could well be to appease India.
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
The Syrian impact Pakistani fighters were not only involved in the conflicts in Iraq and Syria, they were also inspired by various Islamist militant movements.
Kaur — a Punjabi musical that breaks stereotypes, highlights women camaraderie and inspires hope Directed by Fatima Amjed and starring Farheen Raza Jaffery, Amjed and Shae Gill among others, Kaur is doing a rerun in Lahore this weekend. Hafsah Sarfraz Published 24 Dec, 2024 01:30pm
Justin Baldoni’s Women Solidarity Award rescinded amid Blake Lively harassment allegations SAG-AFTRA has also extended support to Lively, while Baldoni’s co-host on his podcast Man Enough has announced her exit. Images Staff Published 24 Dec, 2024 01:11pm
How Pakistan’s climate crisis is fueling violence against women Sarah B. Haider Updated 24 Dec, 2024 04:20am
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
PTA unveils new regime to ‘localise’ VPN services New firms would be bound to allow authorities to access, surveil users’ data. Kalbe Ali Updated 24 Dec, 2024 09:29am
Bilawal advocates ‘bill of rights’ for digital age Distances himself from govt policies on internet governance, climate change. Mohammad Hussain Khan Updated 24 Dec, 2024 10:27am
ESSAY: CAN MADRESSAHS BE MAINSTREAMED? Madressahs in Pakistan operate a parallel education system that mostly produces unemployable graduates and has often been linked Aqil Sajjad Published 22 Dec, 2024 07:08am
FOOTBALL: SAUDIA’S NEW CROWN JEWEL Securing the hosting rights to the 2034 FIFA World Cup is the crowning achievement of Saudi Arabia’s sports policy but it has Shahrukh Sohail Published 22 Dec, 2024 07:08am
THE GRAPEVINE On December 15, lovers and practitioners of music were shocked to hear that tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain PYT Updated 22 Dec, 2024 09:28am
THE TUBE This is the third and final mini-series in veteran producer Sultana Siddiqui’s gripping set of stories that highlight Sadaf Haider Published 22 Dec, 2024 07:58am
