US judge says ‘probable cause’ to hold Trump admin in contempt

Judge cites evidence that government engaged in “deliberate or reckless disregard” of his order when proceeding with deportation flights.

Published about 6 hours ago

Minor girl’s body retrieved from drain in Karachi’s Liaquatabad: police

Police surgeon says body showed signs of sexual assault; cops say she went missing on April 15.

Updated about 6 hours ago

Trump says ‘joke’ Harvard should be stripped of funds

University president says it refuses to “negotiate over its independence or its constitutional rights”.

Published about 8 hours ago

CM Murad blasts Punjab for opening TP Link Canal amid Sindh water shortage

“We will not rest until there is a formal announcement to shut down the canals project,” says Sindh CM.

Published about 8 hours ago

Iranian president hopes for US nuclear deal as talks set for Italy

Iranian FM says uranium enrichment "non-negotiable" and will not be halted; UN nuclear watchdog chief warns that Iran close to possessing nuclear weapon.

Published about 10 hours ago

Federal govt asks SC to dismiss pleas of IHC judges in transfer case

Contends transferred judges are not required to take fresh oath.

Published about 11 hours ago

Vehicles damaged as hailstorms batter Islamabad, parts of KP

Videos and visuals shared on social media show scenes of hail bombarding cars and vegetation, with fallen leaves littering roads.

Updated about 8 hours ago

As Trump doubles down on tariffs, Chinese manufacturers welcome Americans to world of ‘luxury’ goods

You could buy a Louis Vuitton bag for cheap, but its authenticity may be dubious.

Published about 13 hours ago

UK investigates ‘Islamophobic hate crime’ after 85 Muslim graves vandalised in Watford Cemetery

Police say criminal damage discovered by grieving family causes profound shock across local Muslim community.

Published about 13 hours ago

UK top court rules definition of ‘a woman’ based on sex at birth

Trans rights activists raise concerns as ruling can risk discrimination the community.

Updated about 13 hours ago

Pakistan envoy hails Pak-Afghan coordination body revival after 15-month gap with new talks

"Regular and sustained engagement through such mechanisms is essential to ease tensions," says Ambassador Sadiq.

Updated about 7 hours ago

Abbottabad police round up two men for alleged public harassment of woman

Arrests take place after woman posted a complaint of harassment on her social media account.

Updated about 14 hours ago

‘How does this help Palestine?’: Outrage spreads as fast-food chain worker killed during attack in Sheikhupura

Social media denounce violent protests and attacks on foreign chains in the name of solidarity with Gaza.

Published about 15 hours ago

Army chief vows to remove ‘obstacles’ in way of Pakistan’s progress

Praises overseas Pakistanis, says they are example of "brain gain, not brain drain".

Published about 15 hours ago

IMF programme wasn’t possible without China’s support: PM Shehbaz

Reaffirms govt's commitment to transforming farm sector; Chinese envoys says ready to cooperate with Pakistan.

Published about 16 hours ago

Fact check: Video of army chief talking to US lawmakers is dubbed

It is dubbed over with an audio of General Asim Munir from a visit to China in April 2023.

Updated about 15 hours ago

BNP-M calls off Mastung sit-in after 20 days, announces new ‘protest drive’

To initiate "public outreach movement" instead; CM Bugti slams BYC, affirms right to protest given venue is decided by govt.

Updated about 10 hours ago

White House says China faces up to 245pc tariffs due to its retaliatory actions

China tells Washington to “stop threatening and blackmailing”, unexpectedly appoints new trade negotiator.

Updated about 13 hours ago

Venues for LA Olympics 2028 announced as cricket returns after century

Universal Studios will play host to squash's debut in the Games.

Updated about 17 hours ago

Biden slams Trump ‘destruction’ in first post-presidency speech

Bashes "hatchet" to Social Security admin, other actions; Trump takes a jab at his rival stumbling over sentences.

Published about 18 hours ago

Backstreet Boys Nick Carter accused of sexual assault in new lawsuit

The lawsuit is the fourth sexual assault lawsuit filed against the pop singer, who has denied the charges.

Published about 18 hours ago

‘Toxic beauty’: The rise of ‘looksmaxxing’ influencers

Looksmaxxing influencers have surged in popularity across social media, capitalising on the insecurities of young men.

Published about 18 hours ago

How many gems embedded in Urdu colloquialism do you know about?

Faizan Usmani on the gems embedded in Urdu colloquialism.

Updated about 16 hours ago

How Crumble cookies are breaking through the clutter

Alyan Khan-Yusufzai on the Crumble cookie phenomenon.

Updated about 17 hours ago

Why does Karachi lack most of the attributes of great cities?

Given Karachi’s creaking infrastructure, limited resources and eternally poor governance, how long can the city sustain ongoing demographic shift?

Published about 21 hours ago

NA speaker berates opposition for ‘politicising issues of national interest’

US delegation raised no political issues, Ayaz Sadiq says.

Published about 21 hours ago

While both US and Iran have displayed pragmatism, onus lies on Trump to lift some sanctions

While willing to talk, Tehran rejected any engagement under coercion.

Published about 21 hours ago

Editorial: Time for Pakistan to build on gains after period of macroeconomic instability

Remittances have proved to be most crucial lifeline for Pakistan in recent years.

Published about 21 hours ago

Security forces torch bunkers of terrorists in Tirah valley

Scores of local families shift to nearby localities, with majority of them opting to move to relatives' temporarily.

Updated about 19 hours ago

Eight injured as roadside bomb targets FC vehicle in Bajaur

Police official wounded in Bannu gunfight with terrorists.

Published about 23 hours ago

PTI forms lawmakers’ body to review mines and minerals bill

Panel head says we’ll move on in light of Imran’s directions.

Updated about 19 hours ago

Rally held in Islamabad to express solidarity with PPP leader Farhatullah Babar

Speakers condemn baseless allegations by FIA, demand withdrawal of notices.

Updated about 18 hours ago

Over 1,000 Afghan nationals brought to refugee camp at Rawalpindi’s Golra Mor, say police

CPO expresses concern over the "disappointing" performance of SHOs.

Updated about 19 hours ago

Bumpy alternative routes test citizens’ patience amid The Mall closure in Rawalpindi

RCB says will repair roads after getting funds from govt.

Updated about 19 hours ago

Farmers hold protests across Punjab against low wheat prices

As wheat harvesting begins, farmers complain about low market rates ranging from Rs2,200 to Rs2,500 per 40kg.

Updated about 19 hours ago

Fast-food chain worker killed in Punjab’s Sheikhupura

Police arrest 40 over violent incidents following TLP's protest call.

Updated about 20 hours ago

PAF training aircraft crashes near Vehari

Both pilots have a miraculous escape as they eject themselves and remain unhurt.

Updated about 19 hours ago

Cabinet orders probe into Sindh educational boards’ irregularities

Approves house committee’s recommendations to grant extra marks to first year BIEK students.

Updated about 20 hours ago

Armaghan has seven straw accounts in his employees’ names, FIA tells court

Judge extends suspect’s remand in money laundering case for nine more days.

Updated about 20 hours ago

Four Karachi Port Trust high-ups named in probe over dredging contract violations

Defence ministry asked to take action against "two naval officers working on deputation" at KPT.

Updated about 20 hours ago

Judge halts Trump move to revoke 500,000 migrants’ legal status

Says administration acted on flawed interpretation of immigration law.

Updated about 20 hours ago

Syrian, Lebanon leaders in Qatar for first official visits

Analyst says Doha has emerged as "the most important interlocutor" in the Middle East since the fall of Assad.

Updated about 20 hours ago

Another Columbia student arrested by US immigration officials

US Senator Bernie Sanders, others label detention “immoral, inhumane, and illegal".

Updated about 20 hours ago

Chinese govt orders airlines to suspend Boeing jet deliveries

Trump says Beijing "reneged" on deal as tensions flare over US tariffs.

Updated about 20 hours ago

French prisons attacked in response to govt’s narco crackdown

Military-grade weapons fired at entrance, vehicles set on fire, officials say.

Published about 23 hours ago

Bangladesh upstage Scotland for third successive win at ICC World Cup Qualifier

With three consecutive wins, Bang­ladesh now have a strong chance to qualify for World Cup along with unbeaten Pakistan.

Updated about 18 hours ago

HBL PSL 2025: Fakhar, Shaheen star again as Lahore Qalandars decimate Karachi Kings

Fakhar's second consecutive 50 of the season helps Lahore post 201-6, as skipper Shaheen grabs 3 wickets in marque clash.

Updated about 18 hours ago

Pakistan Tennis Federation launches women’s association

“The formation of PWTA is a landmark development in the promotion and growth of women’s tennis in Pakistan," PTF says.

Updated about 18 hours ago

Fuel price relief ‘denied’ as govt raises levy to Rs80

Law amended to increase permissible levy by Rs10; funds raised to be used for projects in Sindh, Balochistan.

Updated about 20 hours ago

Paltry rise in electricity demand in March

Power firms seek to refund Rs1.5 under quarterly adjustment.

Updated about 18 hours ago

Soneri Bank profit falls

Declines 16.47pc to Rs1.470bn for quarter ending on March 31.

Published about 23 hours ago

China keen on Port Qasim desalination project

Maritime minister meets delegation from Chinese construction company.

Updated about 18 hours ago

Stocks extend gains on economic optimism

Analyst notes surging global equities, record remittances in March, steep deceleration in inflation fuel bullish sentiments.

Updated about 18 hours ago

NBP faces glitches after 4-day system update

Customers face problems while trying to use online services or ATMs.

Published about 23 hours ago

After salary hike leak, Nepra limits access to information

Govt has said authority's chairman, other top members increased salaries without prior clearance from federal cabinet.

Updated about 18 hours ago

Big industry shrinks 3.5pc in March

A cut of 1,000bps in the interest rate has failed to revive economic activities.

Updated about 18 hours ago

Four family members killed near Quetta

Separately, man dies after stepping on landmine in Kohlu; hairdresser, another gunned down in Quetta incidents.

Updated about 19 hours ago

Afghan woman journalist at risk of deportation

Farishta Sadeed picked up by authorities from Islamabad residence and taken to a detention facility.

Updated about 19 hours ago

Reko Diq shareholders green-light latest feasibility study

Clear capital for Phase-1 development, subject to securing $3bn in project financing.

Updated about 19 hours ago

Senate pays tribute to Taj Haider, Prof Khurshid

House expresses profound grief over the death of two veteran politicians through two unanimously adopted resolutions.

Updated about 19 hours ago