Claims govt wants to solve the matter but "solid, concrete" evidence needed about alleged involvement of state institutions.

DPO says search operation to trace culprits under way; separate police constable martyred on security detail in Peshawar.

Military's media wing says one militant apprehended in injured condition identified as an "Afghan national".

Raisi highlights “special connection” with Pakistanis in visit to Allama Iqbal's mausoleum, holds meetings with Punjab governor, CM Maryam during Lahore visit.

Announces plans to protest poll manipulation from Friday; demands sedition cases against Punjab govt bosses.

Both tracks of Sharea Faisal, Shahrah-i-Quaideen and Dr Ziauddin Ahmed Road would remain closed from 3pm to 5pm.

Sources said the TTP men took a confessional statement from the abducted man and later released his video after he was executed.

Govt moves motion to restore PTI MNAs’ membership; opposition agrees to join house business advisory committee.

Proposals to be submitted to apex court may be finalised by 25th.

Westerly wave likely to enter western parts of Pakistan on Wednesday night and grip most upper parts of country on Friday.

Media reports suggest visit is of "personal nature" to undergo a “medical check-up”.

Inquiry reveals fire "probably" spread on wider span due to spill-over from oil tanker.

Says over 100 criminals wanted for murder held in two months.

JUI-F claims Sadaf Ihsan "impersonated" its candidate to become a member of the National Assembly.

ISPR says 11 dead in Dera Ismail Khan, North Waziristan; two ‘militants’ killed in ongoing operation in Pishin highlands.

CDA directed to start work on incomplete portion of road; Iranian president’s wife visits Numl, awarded honorary PhD degree.

Written reply submitted in the Toshakhana vehicle reference by prosecution states that the president enjoys constitutional immunity.

DPO warns strict action would be taken in case of negligence on part of police personnel in the provision of foolproof security to Chinese workers.

Police say they are collecting evidence and recording statements from eyewitnesses.

Prof Bashir has been serving GCU Lahore since 1996 and was previously dean of the Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences.

Police say both suspects have confessed to their crime.

Two new routes of women-only bus service launched

Meeting decides those involved in sale, purchase of snatched/stolen goods will be taken to task.

Justice Aurangzeb notes that the cipher could be produced before the judge in a confidential manner.

PML-N wins two NA seats, according to provisional results.

Holiday declared to avoid "consequent inconvenience" to public, will only apply to Lahore district; drones banned in Karachi from April 22-28.

He was nominated for the position last week by PTI founder Imran Khan.

Uncle of 18/19-year-old youth demands arrest of main suspect and justice for his deceased nephew.

National security has become a convenient shield for arbitrary censorship, leaving us questioning the true intentions behind the systematic suppression of our digital freedoms.

FM Dar, Raisi discuss regional developments; visiting dignitary presented guard of honour after premier receives him at PM House.

A civilian, whose identity was yet to be ascertained, was also killed.

Says bids for flag carrier to come in two to three weeks; Islamabad airport will be next, followed by Karachi, Lahore.

Faculty members say rector was appointed on temporary basis and supposed to run day-to-day affairs only.

Saudi diplomat requests police to take strict action against perpetrator and recover the Saudi citizen Hannan Abdullah.

DC says practical steps being taken to improve civic facilities in hill station.

Says he has "no reason to believe" that IMF will not agree to privatisation agenda.

“The review meeting is set for 10am on April 29,” diplomatic source says.

The latest data issued by the State Bank shows the current account at $619 million in surplus.

However, FDI inflows from China and the UAE dropped during the period.

Say shutting down units due to storage constraints, low sales and smuggling surge.

Expert says the export figure reflects the amount remitted from the services provided to international clients.

Growers will face a new challenge of around 30pc irrigation water shortages for kharif crops.

Shanghai Electric has been in talks to acquire a stake in KE for more than half a decade.

The index has surged 74.3pc over the past year and is up 10.5pc year-to-date.

The state-owned company says that the well produced 1,040 barrels of oil.

In an interview with The National, Aurangzeb says Pakistan "missed a trick" when it comes to monetising CPEC projects.

IMF negotiations prompt deadline shift to surrender unused funds.

Says bids for flag carrier to come in two to three weeks; Islamabad airport will be next, followed by Karachi, Lahore.

Given its reliance on energy imports and large expatriate population, Pakistan stands to suffer more than other Asian countries as tensions in the Middle East rise.

"A crisis in the Middle East adds to complications, potentially requiring SBP to increase the interest rate," says University of Bristol economist.

Changes in host countries of the bulk of Pakistan’s immigrants have not been kind in recent years.

Authorities, quick to celebrate hollow victories, must wake up and deal with the realities of current law, order, governance, and economic situation to improve.

Cultivation declines as farmers favour high-return field crops over fruits.

In the end, it turned out to be nothing “but a big show, and so the markets deflated as quickly as they spiked”, says economist.

The flawed procurement process is of little benefit to small farmers or consumers who are forced to purchase expensive flour.

Finmin says debts can be repaid only after CPEC-II.

The FSVPS asks the plenipotentiary and trade representative at the Pakistani embassy in Russia for an immediate investigation into the matter.

Chairman of All Pakistan Jewellers Manufacturers Association says markets deserted after Eid despite start of marriage season.

Pakistan Kissan Ittehad demands cut in urea price, expeditious wheat procurement.

Though the harvest has begun in some parts of the plateau, farmers are worried that the untimely rains will harm the yield.

The chief minister forms a monitoring committee comprising members of the assembly to ensure transparency in the procurement process.

Non-textile exports up 10.87pc in eight months.

According to bankers, this negative trend has serious consequences for the NBFIs.

Russia was China’s top supplier throughout 2023, shipping 2.14m bpd despite Western sanctions.

The trip was to have included the announcement of plans for the automaker to enter the South Asian market.

Financial experts believe new agreement with the IMF may open a window for Pakistan to borrow from the international market.

Ahsan Mehanti of Arif Habib Corporation says the bullish trend is based on a strong earnings outlook and deliberation over privatising state-owned enterprises.

Items whose prices decreased the most incl­ude wheat flour, bananas, electricity charges for Q1, eggs, LPG, onion, chillies powder, cooking oil 5 litres, pulse masoor and vegetable ghee 2.5 Kg.

To enhance transparency in valuation, the customs department will transition from the current Valuation Rulings (VRs) to Publication Valuation Rulings (PVRs).

Govt warned of supply chain issues, up to Rs27 per litre price hike in GB.

World Meteorological Organisation says impact of heatwaves in Asia becoming more severe.

Report says over 60,000 people were displaced between May and November in Manipur.

Columbia University president calls for a "reset" in an open letter, says anti-Semitic language in "unacceptable".

US hints at sanctioning Israeli military unit over abuses in West Bank.

When asked for comment, the Israeli military said: “We will come back to you on the matter.”

Beijing rejects espionage accusations.

Iraqi PM says two countries would cooperate to bolster border security and act against non-state armed groups that could be working with terrorist organisations.

Edwards, 62, had been the BBC’s lead presenter in key events, such as the death and funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, but was suspended in July 2023 when allegations first emerged.

Over the weekend, waterways in Guangdong overflowed including the river near Huang’s village.

Ex-president accused of multi-layered plot of fraud, lies, cover-ups.

Congress party files complaint with Election Commission against Modi's “divisive, objectionable and malicious” comments.

Biden said his uncle was shot down over the Pacific nation during WWII, suggesting his body was never found because “there were a lot of cannibals” in the area.

14 killed in occupied West Bank; Netanyahu vows to fight possible US sanctions.

Doctors wrote ‘the baby of the martyr Sabreen Al-Sakani’ on tape across her chest.

Top envoy tells remembrance service that there should be a “thorough and transparent investigation” to uncover those behind the Easter carnage in 2019.

“The sticky bomb was planted on a minibus,” Kabul police spokesperson Khalid Zadran said in a statement.

Joel Cauchi’s parents say their son was diagnosed with schizophrenia at the age of 17 and was successfully treated for about 18 years.

In 93-member parliament, Muizzu’s party wins 66 of the first 86 declared seats.

Says armed forces proved the emergence of the power of the Iranian nation’s determination at the international level.

The main opposition Congress party has demanded a rerun at 47 Manipur polling stations, alleging that booths were captured and elections were rigged.

Chinese government enacts emergency response plans to protect more than 127 million people.

Defence minister says "possibility is high" that the two helicopters collided.

China says admitting Palestinian state to UN is move to rectify injustice.

10 killed in West Bank attack; Erdogan urges Palestinian unity after meeting Hamas chief.

North Korea also carries out a test launch of a “‘Pyoljji-1-2’ new-type anti-aircraft missile in the West Sea of Korea”, KCNA says.

The FSVPS asks the plenipotentiary and trade representative at the Pakistani embassy in Russia for an immediate investigation into the matter.

The Senate is expected to pass the measure next week, sending it to Biden to sign into law.

Prosecutor requests a sentence of 12 years in prison, the maximum for money laundering, for Jurgen Mossack and Ramon Fonseca.

Interior minister says Iranian president’s visit is “very important” in the regional context.

Russia was China’s top supplier throughout 2023, shipping 2.14m bpd despite Western sanctions.

Spanish Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska says there is “still a long way to go".

Witnesses say the man pulled pamphlets from a backpack and threw them in the air before he doused himself with a liquid and set himself on fire.

Emirates president says it will take some more days to clear backlog of rebooked passengers and bags.

Iraqi security forces say “an explosion and a fire” hit the Kalsu military base early on Saturday, leaving one person dead and eight wounded.

Foreign Office says it is unaware of specifics of latest listings but says such actions taken in the past too without sharing any evidence.

“If our heroes are supported accordingly, they can become role models for our youth,” he says, adding that he has set his sights on the world title next.

Who makes way for Usman at the top? Either Babar Azam or Mohammad Rizwan or do away with promise of dynamic Saim Ayub?

"We will be flexible as far as the batting positions are concerned," says head coach Azhar Mahmood.

“It’s not just the young bowlers, every single international bowler has been under pressure," West Indies head coach says.

World anti-doping agency WADA says there is “a lack of any credible evidence” to challenge China’s version of events.

Lyon will have a chance for revenge when the two sides face each other in the French Cup final on May 25.

World Anti-Doping Agency confirmed reports over the weekend that 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for a banned drug before the Tokyo Olympics.

The only other notable partnership came for the seventh wicket, as Bismah and Najiha Alvi added 31 runs off 27 balls.

The 30-year-old crossed the finish line in front of Buckingham Palace in 2:16:16 to break Mary Keitany’s mark of 2:17:01 set at the 2017 London event.

The Reds’ hopes of giving Klopp a glorious farewell were dwindling but they climbed back into the title race with much-needed first win in three league games.

The 29-year-old smashes 42-ball 87 to square the five-match series at 1-1.

Board will also recommend future course of action for cricketer's proper medical treatment, PCB chief says.

Tsitsipas, seventh in the world rankings, battled back after a shaky first set and overpowered his Serbian opponent.

Luton’s heaviest home league defeat of the season leaves the Hatters still one point adrift of Nottingham Forest.

The 24-year-old, who was the only man to clear six metres at the Egret Stadium, says he can do even better.

Pakistan chase down modest target of 91 in 12.1 overs and take 1-0 lead in the five-match series.

PCB has kept April 20 as the deadline for candidates applying for assistant coach positions.

“What we still have to play (for) is beautiful and I said before, it’s time to be next to our players and in this moment, not when you win 10 […] and a draw,” says Arteta.

"Together we now want to play a successful home European Championship, we are all burning for it," says Nagelsmann.

After suffering serious injuries in a car accident in Dec 2022, the 26-year-old is Delhi's leading scorer with 210 runs from seven matches.

Lanning skippered the women’s team for almost a decade, winning four T20 World Cups, a 50-over World Cup and Commonwealth Games gold.

With the Los Blancos hopeful of tying up the signing of long-term target Kylian Mbappe, the weeks ahead promise to be exciting.

Soufiane Rahimi’s first half hat-trick put the Hernan Crespo-coached side from the UAE on the cusp of a spot in next month’s final.

Shaheen Shah Afridi concedes two leg-byes to debutant Tim Robinson off the first ball before bowling the batsman with a sharp delivery off the next.

Expects the contest to be a good one given Pakistan’s “superb bowling lineup”.

The second ODI will be played on April 21 at the same venue.

PCB says Azam experienced discomfort in his right knee and calf muscle during Wednesday's training session.

Babar says that the players are trying to improve on weak areas.

Pakistan placed fifth in the table with eight wins out of a total of 18 matches.

Atalanta once again punched way above their weight last week by dishing out a 3-0 hammering to Liverpool.

China, the last country apart from the US to top the medal table, will retain second place with 35 gold medals.

“We could definitely rest Babar, but it depends on the situation, anyone can be rested," he says.

"We want to create the legacy," says City midfielder Bernando Silva.

The relay will culminate with the lighting of the Olympic flame in the French capital at the opening ceremony.

The decision, announced by WA President Sebastian Coe last week, took other international federations by surprise.