PTI spokesperson Raoof Hasan injured in Islamabad attack Party says he was attacked outside office of private media channel; Islamabad police say Hasan attacked by transgender persons, as per eyewitnesses. Updated 21 May, 2024 07:03pm
IHC’s Justice Kayani says agencies can only ‘assist’ govt probes, seeks clarity on ‘operational methods’ Praises Attorney General of Pakistan Mansoor Awan for hard work that helped recover missing Baloch students. Published 21 May, 2024 04:02pm
Heatwave: Sindh rules out early summer vacations for schools, says holidays to begin from June 1 Punjab government has already announced early start of summer vacation from May 25 for all public and private schools. Updated 21 May, 2024 06:02pm
Amid protests, Punjab Assembly passes defamation law Bill allows special tribunal to penalise those involved in drafting or disseminating "fake news". Updated 21 May, 2024 07:52am
Imran, others acquitted in ‘Azadi March’ violence cases Defence counsel requested the court to acquit the PTI founder since the allegations made against him were baseless. Updated 21 May, 2024 08:01am
Military trials of civilians ‘no-no’ in international law, says Amnesty International chief Dr Callamard urges Pakistan to uphold its international obligations; calls ban on X “disproportionate, unnecessary and against international law”. Published 21 May, 2024 08:22am
Weeks-long protests bring Chaman to a standstill Afghan transit trade suspended due to closure of highway. Updated 21 May, 2024 10:17am
Two killed, four injured in Islamabad as car runs over protesters in their sleep Case registered against driver, who was arrested after speeding away from "Save Gaza" protest. Updated 21 May, 2024 11:34am
Govts urged to coin respectful words for persons with disabilities Letter to PM, CMs underscores several problematic terms and phrases which are used by officials and politicians in official communications. Updated 21 May, 2024 11:34am
Election tribunal warns of ex parte proceedings as ROs skip hearing In case of non-compliance, “warrants of arrest shall be issued”, Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri warned. Published 21 May, 2024 06:59am
Editorial: Iran’s new leader will have to confront economic woes and political polarisation internally
Heatwave: Sindh rules out early summer vacations for schools, says holidays to begin from June 1 Punjab government has already announced early start of summer vacation from May 25 for all public and private schools. Updated 21 May, 2024 06:02pm
Thanks to sea breeze, Karachi may be ‘least affected’ by week-long heatwave in Sindh Met Dept forecasts unusually hot weather in nine cities of province from today. Updated 21 May, 2024 10:29am
MQM-P holds angry protest against KE over prolonged loadshedding Burning of tyres, wooden stuff outside KE office on Tipu Sultan Road leads to hours-long traffic jams. Updated 21 May, 2024 10:31am
Fire at 220kV grid station in Lahore disrupts supply to several city areas Lesco manages to restore electricity in six hours. Updated 21 May, 2024 03:37pm
LHC to summon CM if special court judges not posted by 24th Giving a final opportunity to the government, the CJ observed that the CM and the cabinet must issue the appointment notifications by the next hearing. Updated 21 May, 2024 10:46am
Child dies, nine injured in school structure collapse in Muzaffargarh After the incident, the rescue officials were called from Shehr Sultan who brought children out of the rubble. Updated 21 May, 2024 10:48am
KP govt fears resurgence of militancy after imposition of taxes in former Fata, Pata Minister complains in PA that centre didn’t clear province’s dues despite repeated requests. Updated 21 May, 2024 11:05am
Desk set up at Angoor Adda for return of stranded Pakistanis in Afghanistan Deputy commissioner says Pakistani nationals could enter Pakistan by showing their national identity cards to authorities at the border. Updated 21 May, 2024 11:12am
ATC directs Shangla police to complete investigation into Feb 9 violence Court adjourns case against PTI leaders indefinitely. Published 21 May, 2024 07:00am
Weeks-long protests bring Chaman to a standstill Afghan transit trade suspended due to closure of highway. Updated 21 May, 2024 10:17am
Journalists boycott assembly proceeding over locking of Quetta Press Club A delegation of assembly members met the protesting journalists and expressed solidarity with them, supporting their demands. Updated 21 May, 2024 10:19am
Assembly seeks LPG plants, health budget hike in Balochistan JUI-F lawmaker Ghulam Dastagir Badini said life-saving medicines should be available in emergency departments of the province’s hospitals. Updated 21 May, 2024 10:22am