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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.

Published about 2 hours ago

Myanmar quake death toll passes 1,600 as junta lets in foreign rescuers

Junta issues rare plea for help as 3,408 injured; 10 dead in Thailand; quake struck mosques as Muslims gathered for prayers.

Updated 42 minutes ago

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Israel says it has started ground operations in Gaza’s Rafah

Military says aim of operation is to expand “security zone” in southern Gaza; at least 21 Gazans killed in day of Israeli strikes.

Updated 28 minutes ago

Akhtar Mengal, others remain unhurt after suicide blast near rally on its way to Quetta

Balochistan govt suggests talks to "improve situation" as BNP-M claims over 250 workers arrested in Mastung where rally halted.

Updated about 4 hours ago

Saudi Arabia to celebrate Eidul Fitr on Sunday

UAE, Qatar to also observe Eid on Sunday; Oman and Iran say Eidul Fitr will begin on Monday.

Published about 2 hours ago

Efforts under way to put out massive blaze near oil refinery in Karachi’s Korangi

Over 20 fire brigade trucks from Rescue 1122, KMC and PRL participating in fire extinguishing process.

Updated about 2 hours ago

3 terrorists killed as Punjab Police repel attack on DG Khan checkpoint

Police suffer no casualties during attack; Punjab IGP and interior minister commend cops for their professional response.

Published about 5 hours ago

PPP can utilise its strength to halt Cholistan canal project, says Sindh CM Murad

“We are prepared to go to any lengths to protect the rights of Sindh,” says chief minister.

Updated about 3 hours ago

Civil society pens open letter to PM seeking release of Mahrang, Sammi, other BYC leaders

Appeals to PM to let humanity prevail so that incarcerated women leaders can spend Eid with their children.

Published about 5 hours ago

Musk’s social media firm X bought by his AI company, valued at $33bn

Much of the deal’s specifics remain unclear, such as how X’s leaders will be integrated in the new firm or whether there would be regulatory scrutiny.

Published about 6 hours ago

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

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Editorial: Govt should avoid another controversy around ECP as it’s time for new CEC

Ayeza Khan urges fans to deactivate accounts dedicated to her children

Treatment of Afghan refugees in Pakistan remains largely unexamined

VOA journalists scramble for options after sudden dismissals

All visa holders in the US feel unsafe amid deportation risks

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US defence secy Pete Hegseth under fire yet again with ‘Islamophobic’ tattoo

Activists and Muslim rights groups target Hegseth's new tattoo, which reads 'kafir'.

World , Updated a day ago

US defence secy Pete Hegseth under fire yet again with ‘Islamophobic’ tattoo

Karachi court dismisses journalist Farhan Mallick’s bail plea

Magistrate directs FIA director to prepare internal inquiry report over non-compliance of court orders, submit it within 15 days.

Pakistan , Updated a day ago

Karachi court dismisses journalist Farhan Mallick’s bail plea

YouTuber Rajab Butt booked under blasphemy, Peca laws over ‘religious stir’ caused by perfume launch

Lahore DIG says YouTuber will be arrested upon returning to Pakistan since he is currently performing Umrah, advises caution on social media.

Pakistan , Published 25 Mar, 2025 08:47pm

YouTuber Rajab Butt booked under blasphemy, Peca laws over ‘religious stir’ caused by perfume launch

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US defence secy Pete Hegseth under fire yet again with ‘Islamophobic’ tattoo

Activists and Muslim rights groups target Hegseth's new tattoo, which reads 'kafir'.

World , Updated a day ago

Karachi court dismisses journalist Farhan Mallick’s bail plea

Magistrate directs FIA director to prepare internal inquiry report over non-compliance of court orders, submit it within 15 days.

Pakistan , Updated a day ago

YouTuber Rajab Butt booked under blasphemy, Peca laws over ‘religious stir’ caused by perfume launch

Lahore DIG says YouTuber will be arrested upon returning to Pakistan since he is currently performing Umrah, advises caution on social media.

Pakistan , Published 25 Mar, 2025 08:47pm

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OPINION

Coercive approach won’t work

Pakistan can choose to adopt policy of rigid enforcement and alienation, or embrace cooperative approach that wins Afghan hearts and minds.

Asif Durrani

Targeting visa holders

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Societal reckoning

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Unlocking climate funds

Malik Amin Aslam Khan

Labour market issues

Faisal Bari

EDITORIAL

New CEC?

The ruling parties should avoid getting involved in another controversy around the ECP.

Balochistan violence

How long can the state allow this unending cycle of violence in Balochistan to continue?

Turkiye protests

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Public debt swells to Rs74tr in July-December

Quarterly digital retail transactions hit record level

IMF deal drives ‘positive March’ after two bearish months

SPI falls for fourth week

Danish mining tech firm to train 100 Pakistani engineers

Telcos flay Universal Service Fund for not launching projects

SPORT

Chapman blasts ton as New Zealand win first Pakistan ODI by 73 runs

Pakistan Volleyball Federation aims for top 30 global ranking by 2026

Ravi Bopara appointed Karachi Kings head coach for PSL 10

Djokovic reaches Miami Open semis, Sabalenka into final

Former Olympians urge Pakistan Hockey Federation to secure Pakistan’s entry in Azlan Shah Cup

Lahore Blues thrash Peshawar to clinch National T20 Cup

WORLD

Myanmar quake death toll passes 1,600 as junta lets in foreign rescuers

WHO must cut budget by fifth after US pullout: email

Saudi Arabia to celebrate Eidul Fitr on Sunday

Israel says it has started ground operations in Gaza’s Rafah

Large crowds rally in Istanbul to protest against jailing of city’s mayor

Harvard dismisses leaders of Centre for Middle Eastern Studies over alleged ‘anti-Israel’ bias

Ayeza Khan urges fans to deactivate accounts dedicated to her children

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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 about 9 hours ago

What the absurdist imagery from Istanbul teaches us about protest in the digital era

Perception management is as critical as physical confrontation.

Zakir Kibria Published about 11 hours ago

Dignity, duty and respect: How Karachi gives back in Ramazan

Muzhira Amin Published a day ago

The cost of silence on menstruation

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

Saman Tariq Updated 2 days ago

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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