Pakistan
“It’s clear that a coordinated international response is essential to stop these outbreaks and save lives,” says WHO chief; official says control room already set up at NCOC.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 11:44pm
World
Law ministry adviser says transitional government may try accused involved in killings under local International Crimes Tribunal in Dhaka.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 09:11pm
World
White House says Ukraine gave no advance notice of incursion, no US involvement; Russia suggests Ukraine’s Western backers must have known.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 06:57pm
Pakistan
Series to be held from Aug 30 to Sept 3; PCB calls it a "difficult decision" to hold the Test without an audience.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 06:25pm
Pakistan
The people in power and the citizenry en masse must come forward to restore the depleting confidence of the younger generation.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 04:21pm
Pakistan
Injured undergoing treatment at various hospitals, include at least 18 minors; police claim 19 arrested.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 04:18pm
World
Chinese and Iranian diplomats among officials in attendance at Bagram Airbase ceremony.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 04:34pm
Pakistan
Today marks 77 years of Pakistan’s independence and artists, activists and athletes have much to say.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 02:33pm
World
Thai premier becomes fourth prime minister removed from office by court verdict.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 07:02pm
Pakistan
Awards will be presented on Pakistan Day next year; notable recipients include Arshad Nadeem and Saudi Prince Abdulaziz Bin Salman Al Saud.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 02:06pm
World
US Justice Department says he was paid $42,000 for the information.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 01:00pm
World
Fumio Kishida, in office since Oct 2021, has seen his and his party’s poll ratings slide sharply after rising prices hit Japanese incomes.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 12:55pm
World
The Algerian boxer was the victim of intense online bullying, with people accusing her of being a man.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 12:43pm
Pakistan
Post-1971, the country’s political landscape is dominated by political parties with a national, federal, unifying vision rather than by parties that espouse narrow versions of nationalism or religious sectarianism.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 05:03pm
Pakistan
From rebel anthems and satire to poetry that has moved generations, this is an ode to Pakistan's resistance music across nearly 8 decades.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 11:32am
Pakistan
PM Shehbaz calls for self-introspection while President Zardari stresses unity; Deputy PM Dar highlights resolve for "progressive, modern state".
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 09:32pm
Pakistan
It is incumbent upon older adults in the country to also reduce the obstacles and odds that young people will have to face.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 09:18am
Pakistan
What we are witnessing today is the establishment’s dominance in a civilian set-up.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 10:04am
Pakistan
"True" independence — and not in the sense of a political slogan — can only be achieved when Pakistan’s children are assured of a better tomorrow.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 09:08am
Pakistan
Sources say the incident occurred near the border village of Hadyara, on the outskirts of Lahore.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 08:37am
Pakistan
In an attack late on Tuesday night, two people were killed and three injured in explosions inside two houses in Killi Deba area of Quetta.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 08:36am
Pakistan
Asks prosecution to take matter to SC as LHC quashed ex-PM’s remand.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 09:43am
Pakistan
Durrani, info minister during Pervez Musharraf's rule, hosts dinner attended by top leaders from PTI, PkMAP, JUI-F and JI.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 01:19pm
Pakistan
Sources at Torkham say Afghan authorities did not attend the scheduled meeting on Tuesday afternoon.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 09:52am
Pakistan
Deputy PM says it is necessary to eliminate anti-state elements trying to destroy peace in province.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 10:08am
Pakistan
Pakistan Customs superintendent says he has been seeking the details of these tampered vehicles for the past decade.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 08:30am
Pakistan
FIR lodged against Rashid over "obscene and derogatory remarks" against PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 11:02am
Pakistan
In address at Kakul, says Constitution guarantees free speech, but within limits.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 09:46am
Pakistan
Says Pakistan in talks with China to use local coal in power plants; premier set to announce comprehensive economic reform plan today.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 08:45am
Pakistan
Sources say terrorists targeted checkpoint between Tiarza and Ladha tehsils; tribal elder killed, another wounded in IED attack in Bajaur.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 08:21am
World
Iran rejects calls for restraint, holds second military drill in three days.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 02:45pm
Pakistan
Warns party will march on Islamabad if govt fails to provide people with relief from inflation, taxes.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 10:31am
Pakistan
Documents show KP recorded 267 such cases in five years but only one accused was convicted.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 10:06am
Pakistan
Protesters refuse any official offer other than immediate announcement of a schedule for the return of displaced families.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 10:40am
Pakistan
Victim lodges an FIR with the police against the suspect who is yet to be arrested.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 10:20am
Pakistan
The main road in sector F-10, also known as Margalla Road, is being named after Arshad Nadeem.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 10:09am
Pakistan
No flags or banners other than that of Pakistan and Kashmir allowed in Murree, say police.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 08:17am
World
UN calls Itamar Ben-Gvir’s visit "unduly provocative".
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 09:32am
World
Study finds that large reservoirs of liquid water, in fractures 11.5 kilometres to 20km beneath the surface, best explain InSight lander's measurements.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 09:41am
World
Bangladesh’s ex-premier calls for probe into deadly protests; US denies role in ouster.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 09:20am
World
UN's Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar estimates more than 3 million people have been forced to flee their homes.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 09:44am
World
"Ukraine is not interested in taking the territory of the Kursk region [...] we want to protect the lives of our people,” says Ukrainian foreign ministry spokesperson.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 09:04am
Sport
“I know that the first tournament on hardcourts isn’t going to be easy,” says Swiatek.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 08:17am
Sport
Atalanta will, however, face an extra challenge in Warsaw as they have travelled without injured striker Gianluca Scamacca.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 08:17am
Sport
For Bangladesh, Mahmudul Hasan Joy provided the sole resistance with a gritty 65 runs from 116 balls, hitting nine fours.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 08:17am
Business
Geopolitical uncertainty, a weak rupee and dismal auto sales contribute to bearish close.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 08:38am
Business
Pakistan Sugar Mills Association confirms sugar surplus of 1.5m tonnes, recommends export of 40,000 tonnes.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 08:17am
Business
These changes will take effect from close on August 30.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 08:46am
Business
Three firms to launch new imported electric vehicles within a week.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 08:42am
Pakistan
From Aug 15 to 18, most districts of south Punjab are likely to experience wind and thundershowers.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 08:14am
Business
Meeting informed that data sharing among key stakeholders is underway to identify non-filers.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 08:10am
Pakistan
Justice Sultan Tanvir Ahmad's refused to hear the matter due to his unavailability at the principal seat in the coming weeks.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 08:09am
Business
Ogra says it hiked prices in line with policy guidelines issued by the federal government.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 08:01am
Pakistan
A project to run electric buses in Lahore was also approved, under which 27 buses will reach Pakistan by December, 2024.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 08:00am
Business
IMF and World Bank have already called for its abolition.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 07:54am
Pakistan
Besides the jail term the convict would also have to pay a fine of Rs500,000.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 07:51am
Pakistan
Police say Vice Chancellor Dr Samreen Hussain remained safe in the attack as she was not in the vehicle.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 07:49am
Pakistan
Different government organisations, political parties and bodies organised functions at various places to mark the beginning of August 14.
Published 14 Aug, 2024 07:44am
