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PM Shehbaz stresses importance of 'strong security' ahead of budget presentation

PM Shehbaz stresses importance of 'strong security' ahead of budget presentation

Says meeting has a one-point agenda pertaining to budget.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 04:31pm

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MQM-P delegation calls on PM Shehbaz ahead of budget; party leader says Rs20bn allocation sought for Karachi projects

MQM-P delegation calls on PM Shehbaz ahead of budget; party leader says Rs20bn allocation sought for Karachi projects

Aminul Haque says matter of a “special development package” for Sindh's urban areas was raised during the meeting.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 04:39pm

President Zardari approves bill, 'fulfilling all legal formalities' for PIA's privatisation

President Zardari approves bill, 'fulfilling all legal formalities' for PIA's privatisation

Gives his assent to the Pakistan International Airlines Corporation (Conversion) (Repeal) Bill, 2026.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 12:29pm

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The Palms at Silk Gardens introduces a new family address in Karachi

The Palms at Silk Gardens introduces a new family address in Karachi

The Palms places families at the heart of its vision, offering thoughtfully planned 2 and 3-bedroom units in a secure, peaceful and community-led environment.

K&N's SmartCooking Recipes: Pancake Sliders

K&N's SmartCooking Recipes: Pancake Sliders

Fun and tasty pancake sliders layered with crispy nuggets, fried egg, fresh salad and creamy sauces for a playful twist on a classic snack.

Airlink launches Hisense in Pakistan, ushering in a new era for consumer electronics nationwide

Airlink launches Hisense in Pakistan, ushering in a new era for consumer electronics nationwide

Airlink Communication Limited, Pakistan’s leading technology manufacturer and distributor, has formally launched Hisense in Pakistan,

JAAC protesters in AJK's Poonch district disperse on fears of major crackdown

JAAC protesters in AJK's Poonch district disperse on fears of major crackdown

Divisional commissioner says DCs ordered to raid houses of activists wanted under any FIRs.

Published 12 Jun, 2026 11:27am

Pakistan secures top position at international military drill competition in UK: ISPR

Pakistan secures top position at international military drill competition in UK: ISPR

ISPR says 16 international teams from different armies participated in the International Pace Sticking Competition.

Published 12 Jun, 2026 11:55am

11 arrested in Karachi for slogans, flags supporting MQM founder Altaf Hussain

11 arrested in Karachi for slogans, flags supporting MQM founder Altaf Hussain

FIR by constable says slogans were causing “tensions and hostility”.

Published 12 Jun, 2026 02:09pm

Pakistan records its second-warmest year in 65 years in 2025

Pakistan records its second-warmest year in 65 years in 2025

Rapid warming spikes sharply up north; AJK, GB, KP record highest annual temperatures in 65 years.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 08:42am

Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences denies Imran’s transfer rumours

Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences denies Imran’s transfer rumours

Despite the official denial, hospital sources states that the abrupt spike in security led staff to believe PTI’s founder arrival was imminent.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 08:53am

2 policemen martyred in separate 'targeted attacks' in Bannu

2 policemen martyred in separate 'targeted attacks' in Bannu

Police launch search operations to arrest the perpetrators.

Published 12 Jun, 2026 09:40am

PTI leaders asked to silence colleagues ‘airing dirty laundry’

PTI leaders asked to silence colleagues ‘airing dirty laundry’

Party’s KP chief directs committee members to avoid contact with leaders "violating party discipline"; In purported "leaked clip", Gandapur criticises directive as "dictatorial".

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 07:58am

Pakistan's young population could power its economy. The Economic Survey shows why it won't

Pakistan's young population could power its economy. The Economic Survey shows why it won't

Is K-IV a pipe dream?

Is K-IV a pipe dream?

Editorial: The economic survey tells a difficult story, but productivity needs to be the dominant target

Editorial: The economic survey tells a difficult story, but productivity needs to be the dominant target

Highlights

Pakistani, French short films play at Pakistan Embassy event in Washington DC

Pakistani, French short films play at Pakistan Embassy event in Washington DC

The merger of man and nature in Kausar Iqbal's Imaginary Ecosystems demands more than just a passive glance

The merger of man and nature in Kausar Iqbal's Imaginary Ecosystems demands more than just a passive glance

Mehwish Hayat calls Fahad Mustafa 'the most fun co-star' in Zombeid BTS photo dump

Mehwish Hayat calls Fahad Mustafa 'the most fun co-star' in Zombeid BTS photo dump

Pakistanis rejoice as national football team wins its first tournament in 74 years

Pakistanis rejoice as national football team wins its first tournament in 74 years

Punjab Bar Council bars lawyers representing Momina Iqbal, MPA Saqib Chadhar from speaking to the media

Punjab Bar Council bars lawyers representing Momina Iqbal, MPA Saqib Chadhar from speaking to the media

Hira Tareen cautions fellow actors to read their contracts carefully to avoid AI exploitation

Hira Tareen cautions fellow actors to read their contracts carefully to avoid AI exploitation

Mahira Khan meets King Charles at British Asian Society gala in London

Mahira Khan meets King Charles at British Asian Society gala in London

Why women don't always talk about the harassment they face

Why women don't always talk about the harassment they face

Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy's Neela Asmaan is calling for applications for its Climate Futures Residency

Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy's Neela Asmaan is calling for applications for its Climate Futures Residency

Balochistan and the new great game for critical minerals

Balochistan and the new great game for critical minerals

After slew of attacks against women, Urwa Hocane asks why survival is a woman's greatest achievement

After slew of attacks against women, Urwa Hocane asks why survival is a woman's greatest achievement

'An underrated gem': Irrfan Khan's widow is a big fan of Hajra Yamin's acting

'An underrated gem': Irrfan Khan's widow is a big fan of Hajra Yamin's acting

ICT

Police to check entry to AJK at four points

Police to check entry to AJK at four points

Special police checkpoints have been established at Azad Patan, Kohala Murree, Holar Bridge, Dan Gali and Mangla.

Published 12 Jun, 2026 05:07am

Literacy rate improves by 2pc, but education spending falls in 2025

Literacy rate improves by 2pc, but education spending falls in 2025

The economic survey highlights the issue of out-of-school children, stating it had declined from 38pc in 2023 to 28pc in 2025.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 10:30am

Pakistan trails South Asia region in most health benchmarks

Pakistan trails South Asia region in most health benchmarks

The country has made progress toward achieving SDG 3, good health and well being, despite facing challenges.

Published 12 Jun, 2026 09:25am

Sindh

11 arrested in Karachi for slogans, flags supporting MQM founder Altaf Hussain

11 arrested in Karachi for slogans, flags supporting MQM founder Altaf Hussain

FIR by constable says slogans were causing “tensions and hostility”.

Published 12 Jun, 2026 02:09pm

MQM-P delegation calls on PM Shehbaz ahead of budget; party leader says Rs20bn allocation sought for Karachi projects

MQM-P delegation calls on PM Shehbaz ahead of budget; party leader says Rs20bn allocation sought for Karachi projects

Aminul Haque says matter of a “special development package” for Sindh's urban areas was raised during the meeting.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 04:39pm

CM Murad approaches PM Shehbaz for restoration of curtailed water supplies

CM Murad approaches PM Shehbaz for restoration of curtailed water supplies

Writes to premier over filling of dams in Punjab while water crisis in Sindh deepening.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 09:14am

Punjab

Three die as heavy rain breaks heatwave across Punjab

Three die as heavy rain breaks heatwave across Punjab

One death in Lahore, two in Narowal; seven injured.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 09:18am

2025 floods hit agriculture hardest with Rs430bn losses: Pakistan Economic Survey

2025 floods hit agriculture hardest with Rs430bn losses: Pakistan Economic Survey

The disaster caused Rs822bn losses across the country, displaced 4m people.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 10:27am

Punjab Assembly minority caucus reviews Christian Marriage Bill

Punjab Assembly minority caucus reviews Christian Marriage Bill

Proposed law aims to modernise legal framework governing Christian marriages.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 09:26am

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

2 policemen martyred in separate 'targeted attacks' in Bannu

2 policemen martyred in separate 'targeted attacks' in Bannu

Police launch search operations to arrest the perpetrators.

Published 12 Jun, 2026 09:40am

Court directs ECP not to issue ‘adverse order’ against Afridi

Court directs ECP not to issue ‘adverse order’ against Afridi

Puts off hearing into CM plea challenging proceedings against him in Haripur bypoll case.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 10:05am

KP govt claims major success in securing province’s rights at NEC

KP govt claims major success in securing province’s rights at NEC

Minister Shafi Jan says PM promised resolution of tribal districts funds issue within six months.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 10:22am

Balochistan

Balochistan strike halted after dialogue

Balochistan strike halted after dialogue

Home Minister Langove vows solution to traders’ security concerns.

Published 12 Jun, 2026 05:43am

Cop martyred as police post, stations come under attack in Quetta

Cop martyred as police post, stations come under attack in Quetta

Check post and police stations targeted in Qila Abdullah, Pishin and Duki districts; six gas bowsers set ablaze in Nushki.

Updated 11 Jun, 2026 08:17am

Balochistan workers’ protest drive begins today

Balochistan workers’ protest drive begins today

Calls for the elimination of salary disparities between federal and provincial employees.

Published 11 Jun, 2026 07:07am

Newspaper

Indigenous energy sources overtake thermal power

ECONOMIC SURVEY 2025-26: Digital economy grows as IT sector posts gains

PTI MNA suspended for budget session over ‘misconduct’

Results being consolidated after election process: GB CEC

SC restores Imran’s right to defend in Rs10bn defamation suit

Supreme Judicial Council to amend code of conduct for judges

Balochistan strike halted after dialogue

ECONOMIC SURVEY 2026-27: Poverty surges 7pc, pushing 27m people into financial distress

Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences denies Imran’s transfer rumours

YDA continues OPD boycott

PTI’s Gohar Ali Khan summoned over Imran’s social media activity

PHC asks govt to restore Galiyat forest boundary

Wheat supply to KP ordered

SC acquits 2 MQM workers in Baldia factory fire case

Govt offers dialogue as PTI protests GB polls in NA

Sikh pilgrims arrive from India for Jore Mela

Rain with windstorm forecast in Punjab, northern parts

FCC orders fresh test of seized chemical

AJK refugee seats cannot be abolished, Senate told

Cop martyred as police post, stations come under attack in Quetta

PPP protesters continue KKH blockade against poll result delay

Balochistan workers’ protest drive begins today

BNP-M strike paralyses towns in Balochistan

President ‘endorses’ appeal to tax processed foods