Chinese University names research centre after Pakistani scientist

Dr Choudhary has advocated for fostering cooperation between Chinese and Pakistani scientists.

Published 27 Oct, 2024 03:16pm

Saudi opens resort island at futuristic mega-city

The opening of the island, known as Sindalah, comes amid persistent doubts about Neom’s viability.

Published 27 Oct, 2024 08:23pm

Human rights lawyer Imaan Mazari, husband arrested by Islamabad police

Shireen Mazari alleges police "swung steel barrier" at Imaan; government's legal spokesperson Barrister Aqeel Malik strongly condemns arrest.

Updated 28 Oct, 2024 11:46pm

Gary Kirsten steps down as Pakistan’s white-ball coach

South African lasts exactly six months in the role; Gillespie to lead the side in next month’s white-ball tour of Australia.

Updated 28 Oct, 2024 12:17pm

Regional trade

If done right, restored trade relations with India can also open the door to better bilateral ties.

Updated 29 Oct, 2024 09:11am

Lahore touches unprecedented 707 at Air Quality Index

PM2.5 concentration was 49.8 times higher than WHO standards.

Updated 28 Oct, 2024 03:42pm

Ex-CJP Isa in PTI crosshairs as UK MPs raise Imran’s predicament

Ex-PM's party plans protest at an event where Justice Isa will be a key guest.

Updated 28 Oct, 2024 07:55pm

SC adopts Justice Mansoor Ali Shah’s plan to address case backlog

Senior puisne judge joins CJP-convened full court via video link from abroad.

Updated 29 Oct, 2024 08:15am

Wave of violence

If recurrent incidents of violence in KP are left unchecked, they will further erode people’s confidence in the state.

Updated 28 Oct, 2024 08:59am

Pakistan third-worst country for law and order, security: World Justice Project

Gets overall ranking of 129 out of 142 nations on Rule of Law Index.

Updated 26 Oct, 2024 08:57am

Elon Musk was illegal migrant in US in 1990s

“I was on a J-1 visa that transitioned to an H1-B,” says Musk.

Updated 28 Oct, 2024 07:10pm

PTI distances itself from plea filed in IHC on Imran’s behalf

Gohar denies Advocate Faisal’s claim of consent for filing plea; says outdated wakalatnama used.

Published 27 Oct, 2024 07:39am

‘Key bill’ due this week after law minister rules out amendment

Sources say bill to amend Practice and Procedure Act may be tabled soon; PPP, PTI, JUI-F warn govt against another constitutional tweak.

Updated 29 Oct, 2024 08:08am

Ruling allies gearing up for another amendment?

Shehbaz, Bilawal meet in Lahore; MQM-P call for LG reforms; Rana Sanaullah says CJP shouldn’t head constitutional bench.

Updated 28 Oct, 2024 08:09am

What would a Trump or Harris presidency mean for Pakistan?

As the US presidential race unfolds, Pakistan watches closely — yet the outcome is unlikely to stray from the well-worn paths of pragmatism.

Published 28 Oct, 2024 01:15pm

Will not follow court order on reserved seats: NA speaker

Speaker reiterates assembly will make decisions based on ECP notifications, not court orders.

Published 28 Oct, 2024 12:33am

Gwadar development

The overall progress of this port city appears stymied.

Published 28 Oct, 2024 07:41am

Spanish PM in India seeking to bolster trade ties

It is the first visit by a Spanish premier to India in nearly two decades.

Published 28 Oct, 2024 12:55pm

Illusion of power

Pakistan’s history shows no government ever secured itself by such manoeuvres as the 26th Amendment.

Updated 28 Oct, 2024 09:58am

SPOTLIGHT: THE DEATH OF CINEMA

With attention spans dwindling and big Hollywood studios choking the box-office potential of films, even

Published 27 Oct, 2024 07:40am