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Petitions against detention of Sohail Afridi, others referred to PHC CJ for constitution of larger bench

“These are not ordinary personalities,” remarks Justice Ali during the hearing; KP AG seeks three days to submit replies.

Published 03 Nov, 2026 03:42pm

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Tehran has right to self-defence after Qeshm island strikes, Iranian deputy FM says

IRGC says two Lucas drones downed over coastal area in Iran; Saudi Aramco profits surge as war rattles energy markets.

Updated 03 Nov, 2026 05:12pm

Polls open on US east coast in midterm elections that could weaken Trump’s hold on Washington

All 435 House seats and 35 of the 100 Senate seats at stake; Democrats need only three House gains and a net four seats in the Senate to wrest both chambers from Republican hands.

Updated 03 Nov, 2026 04:21pm

Islamabad ATC grants bail to Imaan, Hadi in police altercation case

The court granted bail to both lawyers against surety bonds of Rs5,000 each.

Published 03 Nov, 2026 01:25pm

Foreign women rape case: Incomplete police report clears five suspects of sexual assault charges

Police charge three other suspects, who are allegedly low-paid employees of one of the prime suspects, with sexually assaulting the women.

Published 03 Nov, 2026 02:55pm

IHC grants protective bail to TikToker booked following stampede at wedding event

Justice Dogar allows the suspect time to approach the relevant forum, preventing his arrest till November 10; Jatt appears before the court in a wheelchair.

Published 03 Nov, 2026 04:26pm

Lahore court grants NCCIA further two-day remand of suspects over US postage stamp fraud

IO's request for another 5-day remand of prime suspect, co-suspect denied.

Published 03 Nov, 2026 05:25pm

French judges probe war crimes complaint against Israeli army in Lebanon: lawyer

The crimes against humanity unit of the Paris Judicial Court has appointed two investigating judges to the case.

Published 03 Nov, 2026 04:24pm

Binance says outflows normalised as North Korea rejects US allegation over heist

"The US assertion is absurd rhetoric and nothing new,” says Kim Yo Jong, the sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.

Published 03 Nov, 2026 03:47pm

IHC suspends order rejecting FIR plea in Pims fire case, seeks inquiry report and govt response

Court issues notices to federal government, Prime Minister's Office among others.

Published 03 Nov, 2026 04:02pm

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Lahore court grants NCCIA further two-day remand of suspects over US postage stamp fraud

IHC grants protective bail to TikToker booked following stampede at wedding event

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Sarsabz farmers claim all three provincial titles in Punjab's Wheat Yield Competition 2025-26

Sarsabz farmers secured first position in 39 out of 40 districts and claimed all three provincial positions.

Ignite’s National Incubation Centers win prestigious International Award in London

Global recognition underscores Pakistan’s growing innovation ecosystem and its commitment to technology-led economic development.

Tetra Pak and WWF-Pakistan recognise Lahore school for carton recycling achievement

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Lahore court grants NCCIA further two-day remand of suspects over US postage stamp fraud

IHC grants protective bail to TikToker booked following stampede at wedding event

Foreign women rape case: Incomplete police report clears five suspects of sexual assault charges

Azma retorts as Salik remembers Parvez Elahi as ‘the best-ever CM’ in Punjab

FIA launches probe into wheat bags theft from Passco stores in Hafizabad

US hears Pakistan’s concerns over terrorism from Afghanistan, would play ‘productive role’ if there is one: Rubio

"We're against terrorism no matter where it emanates from and who it targets," US secretary of state says.

World , Updated 01 Nov, 2026 07:03pm

US hears Pakistan’s concerns over terrorism from Afghanistan, would play ‘productive role’ if there is one: Rubio

PIA's first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner arrives in Islamabad

PIA becomes the first Pakistani airline to have added a Boeing 787-9 to its fleet.

Pakistan , Updated 01 Nov, 2026 05:04pm

PIA's first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner arrives in Islamabad

Adrian Hamilton-Manns appointed new PIA chief executive officer

PIA says the appointment “marks a pivotal chapter” in the airline’s ongoing transformation.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Nov, 2026 08:59pm

Adrian Hamilton-Manns appointed new PIA chief executive officer

PTI lawyer Salman Safdar says he met Imran, Bushra Bibi at Adiala jail

Counsel says meeting lasted 40 minutes and was “insufficient to cover all cases [and] legal matters”.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Nov, 2026 11:28pm

PTI lawyer Salman Safdar says he met Imran, Bushra Bibi at Adiala jail

‘We’re technology-savvy’: DG ISPR says Pakistan ahead of India, Afghan Taliban in operational readiness

Lt Gen Chaudhry refutes concerns of increased drone usage by Afghan Taliban, whom he says are "proxies" of India; recalls Pakistan shot down drones sent by India last year.

Pakistan , Updated 01 Nov, 2026 10:31pm

‘We’re technology-savvy’: DG ISPR says Pakistan ahead of India, Afghan Taliban in operational readiness

Govt slashes high-speed diesel price by Rs7.76 per litre, petrol by Rs3.40

Following the revision, petrol will retail at Rs374.51 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs395.20.

Business , Updated 03 Nov, 2026 12:43am

Govt slashes high-speed diesel price by Rs7.76 per litre, petrol by Rs3.40

Police set up eight pickets for PAF base security in Rawalpindi

As part of the security plan, police mobile squads will patrol around Nur Khan PAF Base.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Nov, 2026 10:23am

Police set up eight pickets for PAF base security in Rawalpindi

US-backed consortium proposes $4.4bn LNG project

Proposal envisages four tanks holding 560,000 cubic metres at Port Qasim in first phase of the $4.4bn plan that also includes a 1,100km upcountry gas pipeline.

Newspaper , Updated 02 Nov, 2026 07:27am

US-backed consortium proposes $4.4bn LNG project

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Crew from Nasa's simulated Mars mission emerges after 378 days in isolation

Four-membered crew performed tasks such as growing crops in simulated Martian soil and interfacing with Nasa officials with recreated delays.

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Crew from Nasa's simulated Mars mission emerges after 378 days in isolation

Govt enlists oil refineries to shield citizens from global price hikes

Says they will bear a burden of Rs15bn for 30 days, which will allow petrol to be sold at Rs15 less than the global market.

Business , Updated 03 Nov, 2026 02:41pm

Govt enlists oil refineries to shield citizens from global price hikes

Pakistani three-wheelers go international as automotive manufacturer opens plant in Philippines

Sazgar is introducing its passenger, commercial three-wheelers and electric vehicles in the Southeast Asian country.

Pakistan , Published 30 Oct, 2026 09:12pm

Pakistani three-wheelers go international as automotive manufacturer opens plant in Philippines

Without consequence

From drone attacks to online harassment and legal intimidation, the methods of silencing reporters are multiplying, with little fear of punishment.

Newspaper , Updated 02 Nov, 2026 08:22am

Nine people dead in Learjet crash in south Florida, officials say

Videos on social media show the jet slamming into the ground next to a road and exploding.

World , Updated 02 Nov, 2026 10:46am

Nine people dead in Learjet crash in south Florida, officials say

Pakistan outperforms Vietnam in rice exports

Basmati exports absorb shock waves of the US-Iran conflict, sea route disruptions.

Pakistan , Published 02 Nov, 2026 06:06am

Pakistan outperforms Vietnam in rice exports

Civilian convicted of offences against state cannot claim fundamental rights, govt says in report to LHC

Report argues that Imran's nephew Hassaan Niazi is a convicted prisoner and that his release through a second round of litigation, other than by way of appeal, is not permissible.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Nov, 2026 06:24pm

Civilian convicted of offences against state cannot claim fundamental rights, govt says in report to LHC

M-4 lanes to be expanded within months: Aleem

Faisalabad-Pindi-Bhattian section to have six lanes.

Pakistan , Published 02 Nov, 2026 06:07am

M-4 lanes to be expanded within months: Aleem

Muttahida set to launch street movement for new administrative units

Khalid Maqbool announces rally on Sharea Faisal on Nov 29; calls for referendum to determine will of people on new provinces.

Newspaper , Published 02 Nov, 2026 06:06am

Muttahida set to launch street movement for new administrative units

LHC directs jail authorities to arrange meeting between Noreen Niazi, her daughters

Directive comes after Noreen was shifted to the Punjab Institute of Cardiology following her deteriorating health.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Nov, 2026 04:11pm

LHC directs jail authorities to arrange meeting between Noreen Niazi, her daughters

Finance at COP31

At COP31, Pakistan should seek a ‘Cryosphere Declaration’.

Newspaper , Published 02 Nov, 2026 06:05am

Pyramid of pain

Defined by the FBI as “violent nihilistic extremism”, 764 promotes harm for the sake of harm; they are the engagement farmers of evil.

Newspaper , Updated 02 Nov, 2026 08:58am

Dear Test cricket, I stayed up

A love letter to Test cricket, exploring its beauty, uncertainty and humanity through a five-day drama featuring South Africa and Australia in Cape Town.

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Climate diagnosis

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Fighting harassment

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Pakistan becomes chair of G-24 bloc of developing nations, reaffirms pledge to fairer global financial system

Future of developing economies not peripheral but central to the future of the global economy, says finance minister; PM hopes chairmanship will help Pakistan advocate for global financial reforms.

Pakistan , Updated 01 Nov, 2026 04:55pm

Pakistan becomes chair of G-24 bloc of developing nations, reaffirms pledge to fairer global financial system

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