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Armed forces, federal govt have not issued any orders for ‘depopulation’ of Tirah: information ministry

"These assertions are baseless, malicious, and driven by ulterior motives aimed at creating alarm among the public," ministry says.

Updated 25 Jan, 2026 10:56am

Outsourcing of Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi airports shifted to open bidding

Privatisation Commission assures domestic, foreign firms of level-playing field; seeks proposals to appoint financial adviser for Roosevelt Hotel.

Published 25 Jan, 2026 07:28am

Five killed in GB, Balochistan amid cold wave

Met office forecasts more rain, snow in parts of country.

Updated 25 Jan, 2026 07:53am

Courts should not convert divorce cases into ‘khula’: SC

Apex court says granting khula without petitioner seeking it legally unsustainable.

Updated 25 Jan, 2026 08:02am

Railways minister announces formation of ‘Rawalpindi Tigers’ cricket team

Trials for the team scheduled to be held on February 14 and 15; “Any youngster appearing in the trials will be selected on merit,” says Hanif Abbasi.

Updated 25 Jan, 2026 10:47am

3 charged in UK over attacks against Pakistani dissidents, ex-Imran aide

Police say investigation remains ongoing and that detectives are keeping an open mind regarding motive.

Published 25 Jan, 2026 11:21am

Trade gap with nine neighbours widens 44.4pc in first half

Soaring deficit mainly due to a decline in Pakistan’s overall exports to regional countries.

Published 25 Jan, 2026 06:02am

QR codes made mandatory for retail outlets

Bilal Azhar Kayani says federal and provincial authorities working on legislation to support the initiative, which aims to strengthen “Cashless Pakistan” programme.

Published 25 Jan, 2026 06:02am

Maritime sector posts record Rs100bn profit in 2025

Profit mainly due to reforms in port efficiency, cost reduction and the clearing of long-delayed policies.

Published 25 Jan, 2026 06:02am

59 big cats seized from private farms all over Punjab

23 big cats, including 14 tigers, four lions and five ligers seized from a facility in CITI housing, Jhelum.

Updated 25 Jan, 2026 10:20am

Giuffre Family Demands Answers Over Heavily Redacted Epstein Documents

Mercosur Leaders Meet in Brazil Ahead of EU Trade Deal Signing

Cambodian Students Struggle to Attend School Amid Ongoing Border Clashes

US, Jordanian Forces Launch Airstrikes on ISIS Targets in Syria

Funeral Held for 5 Palestinians Killed in Israeli Attack on Gaza School Shelter

Elise Stefanik exits politics, drops New York governor bid in surprise move

Taiwan stabbing: President Lai vows full probe after 3 killed in Taipei rampage

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The initiative marks a major milestone in Dawlance’s localisation strategy and represents a significant advancement in Pakistan’s refrigeration component manufacturing capabilities.

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Lawyers Imaan Mazari, Hadi Ali Chattha sent to jail on judicial remand following arrest in Islamabad

The arrest comes in a case registered against the two for protesting outside the Islamabad High Court; IHCBA secretary resigns in protest.

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Lawyers Imaan Mazari, Hadi Ali Chattha sent to jail on judicial remand following arrest in Islamabad

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Newspaper , Updated 23 Jan, 2026 09:06am

PM Shehbaz, other world leaders sign charter for Trump-led Board of Peace

US president demands Hamas must disarm; Amnesty terms board's launch “brazen disregard for international law and human rights”.

World , Updated 22 Jan, 2026 08:05pm

PM Shehbaz, other world leaders sign charter for Trump-led Board of Peace

In pictures: White as far as the eye can see as snowfall reported in parts of Pakistan

Heavy snow has been reported in Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and other parts of Pakistan over the past two days.

Pakistan , Published 23 Jan, 2026 07:59pm

In pictures: White as far as the eye can see as snowfall reported in parts of Pakistan

Kite flying to remain banned in Lahore parks over Basant

City admin to monitor festival using drones, safe city cameras for compliance.

Pakistan , Updated 23 Jan, 2026 07:26am

Kite flying to remain banned in Lahore parks over Basant

Used phone rates to fall as govt revisits valuation

Ruling covers 62 models across Apple, Samsung, Google Pixel, OnePlus; iPhones see steepest cuts.

Newspaper , Updated 23 Jan, 2026 10:02pm

Used phone rates to fall as govt revisits valuation

Ichhra gold scam suspect arrested from Islamabad

Nominated in multiple FIRs lodged by his fellow jewellers besides his own stepmother.

Pakistan , Updated 23 Jan, 2026 09:58am

Ichhra gold scam suspect arrested from Islamabad

PTA wrote to X three times seeking closure of Imran Khan’s X account over the past 3.5 years

In a report submitted to IHC, it emerged that PTA did not receive any response from X despite repeated requests.

Pakistan , Published 22 Jan, 2026 12:07pm

PTA wrote to X three times seeking closure of Imran Khan’s X account over the past 3.5 years

Trump revokes Canada’s invitation to join Board of Peace

Neither Carney's office nor White House immediately respond to Reuters' requests for comment.

World , Published 23 Jan, 2026 11:18am

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5 killed, 10 injured in suicide blast at peace committee member’s residence in KP’s DI Khan

“The explosion was a suicide blast," says DI Khan district police officer; says incident occurred during a wedding ceremony.

Pakistan , Updated 24 Jan, 2026 12:10am

5 killed, 10 injured in suicide blast at peace committee member’s residence in KP’s DI Khan

Iran will treat any attack as ‘all-out war against us,’ says senior Iran official

Two European airlines have suspended flights to cities in the Middle East, while a US aircraft carrier strike group and other assets are set to arrive in the region in the coming days.

World , Updated 24 Jan, 2026 01:59pm

Iran will treat any attack as ‘all-out war against us,’ says senior Iran official

Pakistani man jailed for 36 years in Spain ‘love scam’ debt murder case

He was convicted of killing three elderly siblings over debts reportedly linked to an online romance scam in December 2023.

World , Published 23 Jan, 2026 09:28pm

Pakistani man jailed for 36 years in Spain ‘love scam’ debt murder case

How much have duties on old, used mobile phones been revised?

Customs valuation department has revised downward the assessment rates for duties and taxes on commercial imports of used and old mobile phone.

Business , Published 23 Jan, 2026 09:03am

How much have duties on old, used mobile phones been revised?

Case registered after KIPS CEO allegedly abducted by unidentified suspects in Lahore

“Unidentified suspects have kidnapped my brother and his life is in grave danger,” the complainant says.

Pakistan , Published 22 Jan, 2026 07:53pm

Case registered after KIPS CEO allegedly abducted by unidentified suspects in Lahore

Trump says US ‘armada’ headed toward Gulf

US president says Washington is watching Iran closely, even after downplaying the prospect of imminent military action.

World , Published 23 Jan, 2026 01:09pm

Trump says US ‘armada’ headed toward Gulf

India condemns alleged act of ‘vandalism’ at embassy in Croatia

Croatia promises to prosecute the offenders; India says act committed by "anti-India" elements.

World , Published 22 Jan, 2026 10:28pm

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Death toll of deadly fire at Karachi’s Gul Plaza reaches 67

According to sources, it has emerged that the minor sons of a shop owner lit a match while playing; threw it without putting it out.

Pakistan , Updated 22 Jan, 2026 11:21pm

Death toll of deadly fire at Karachi’s Gul Plaza reaches 67

Babar, Shaheen return to Pakistan squad for T20I series against Australia

Shadab Khan part of strong spin-bowling contingent along with Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz and Usman Tariq.

Sport , Updated 23 Jan, 2026 04:01pm

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Bangladesh firm on not playing T20 World Cup in India

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Sport , Updated 22 Jan, 2026 05:49pm

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War in Gaza weakened Arab states, emboldened Israel, says Vali Nasr

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Newspaper , Updated 24 Jan, 2026 07:37am

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Sport , Published 23 Jan, 2026 12:19pm

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‘This is not a joke’: Punjab CM warns against violating rules ahead of Basant festivities in Lahore

Says "grave punishments" have been set to save lives; says free transport will be provided to Lahore residents during Basant.

Pakistan , Published 23 Jan, 2026 07:30pm

‘This is not a joke’: Punjab CM warns against violating rules ahead of Basant festivities in Lahore

‘Diplomatic win’: In joint session, govt again defends decision to join Trump-led Board of Peace

Senate opposition leader says the board will add to the miseries of Palestinians; Fazl says decision to join the board taken due to "fear of Trump".

Pakistan , Updated 23 Jan, 2026 09:12pm

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World , Published 23 Jan, 2026 09:36am

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