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Sindh CTD says major terrorist plot in Karachi foiled; 2,000kg of explosive material seized

CTD official says 3 terrorists have been arrested; Mazda truck loaded with explosive materials seized.

Updated 05 Jan, 2026 03:17pm

Pakistan, China call for more ‘visible, verifiable’ actions to eliminate terrorist groups based in Afghanistan

Joint communique says China commended the measures taken by Islamabad to combat terrorism and protect the safety of Chinese personnel, projects and institutions in Pakistan.

Updated 05 Jan, 2026 12:20pm

Opposition leader’s appointment: PTI chief whip submits documents pertaining to Omar Ayub’s cases to NA speaker

“Constitutional process for the appointment of the next opposition leader will be initiated in the next parliamentary session,” Ayaz Sadiq says.

Updated 05 Jan, 2026 04:54pm

Mustafa Amir murder case: Main suspect gets bail in illegal call centre case

Armaghan will remain in jail as multiple cases against him are still pending in court; defence counsel says not a “single shred of evidence” has been presented against the accused.

Published 05 Jan, 2026 04:55pm

Iran judiciary chief says ‘no leniency’ towards ‘rioters’

Judiciary chief says Iran “listens to the protesters and their criticism"; Fars news agency reports "a notable decrease in the number of gatherings".

Published 05 Jan, 2026 05:10pm

KP CM Sohail Afridi calls on lawyers to stand up for independence of judiciary

Urges them to announce a lawyers’ movement while addressing the Islamabad Bar Association.

Updated 05 Jan, 2026 02:24pm

India’s top court denies bail to Muslim student leader Umar Khalid

Khalid, 38, has been detained for more than 5 years on charges of conspiracy to trigger the deadly 2020 riots in Delhi.

Published 05 Jan, 2026 04:52pm

Bangladesh orders indefinite ban on IPL telecast after Mustafizur Rahman row

All IPL-related broadcasts, promotions and event coverage has been suspended with immediate effect and will remain so until further orders.

Updated 05 Jan, 2026 03:16pm

‘We can revise tariffs very quickly’: Trump warns of higher tariffs on India over Russian oil purchases

“Modi is a good guy. He knew I was not happy, and it was important to make me happy,” US president says.

Published 05 Jan, 2026 12:23pm

University of Lahore student injured after jumping from varsity’s second floor: police

Official says reason behind incident yet to be ascertained, probe under way; university suspends on-campus teaching activities until further notice.

Updated 05 Jan, 2026 04:57pm

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 Chalta Phirta Documentary Festival is returning to Karachi with 12 documentary films

Life is a gift, says actor Navin Waqar about her character’s death in Humsafar

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Inflation may have subsided in Pakistan since 2024 but dynamism in the economy is still missing

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Afghanistan bears heavier economic cost as Pakistan trade suspension bites harder

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Giuffre Family Demands Answers Over Heavily Redacted Epstein Documents

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Dun & Bradstreet Pakistan and Gallup Pakistan issue the 19th edition of Pakistan Consumer Confidence Index (CCI)

Consumer confidence declined in the first quarter of FY2025–26 but remained significantly higher than a year earlier, reflecting cautious optimism amid economic pressures.

K&N’s SmartCooking Recipes: Shami Kabab Lasagna

A flavour packed casserole combining soft pasta, savoury kababs and bubbling cheese.

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Afghanistan bears heavier economic cost as Pakistan trade suspension bites harder

Bangladesh will not play T20 World Cup matches in India, decision taken in context of BCCI’s ‘extreme communal policy’

Decision taken after Kolkata Knight Riders releases Bangladesh bowler Mustafizur Rahman on BCCI's instructions.

World , Updated 04 Jan, 2026 06:22pm

Bangladesh will not play T20 World Cup matches in India, decision taken in context of BCCI’s ‘extreme communal policy’

UNSC to meet on Monday amid alarm over US action in Venezuela, concerns about risks to international system

UN secretary general warns crisis in Venezuela could undermine the foundations of international law by setting a “dangerous precedent".

World , Updated 04 Jan, 2026 03:36pm

UNSC to meet on Monday amid alarm over US action in Venezuela, concerns about risks to international system

Exports plunge over 20pc in December

Trade gap widens 35pc in first half, driven by fifth straight monthly contraction.

Newspaper , Updated 03 Jan, 2026 07:30am

PIA privatisation challenged in Lahore High Court

Petitioner says Dec 23 move is in violation of law governing the airline.

Pakistan , Updated 04 Jan, 2026 07:21am

PIA privatisation challenged in Lahore High Court

Rubio says US to work with current Venezuela leaders if they make ‘right decision’; Maduro now in NY jail

Pakistan urges restraint; China, North Korea condemn US operation; Mamdani opposes "pursuit of regime change".

World , Updated 05 Jan, 2026 12:48am

Rubio says US to work with current Venezuela leaders if they make ‘right decision’; Maduro now in NY jail

Venezuelan oil industry: World’s largest reserves, decaying infrastructure

Venezuela holds about 17pc of global reserves or 303 billion barrels.

World , Updated 04 Jan, 2026 09:49pm

Venezuelan oil industry: World’s largest reserves, decaying infrastructure

Pakistan Air Force successfully tests indigenously developed air-launched cruise missile

Missile capable of engaging enemy land and sea targets with high precision at a range of 600 kilometres, carrying a conventional warhead, ISPR says.

Pakistan , Updated 03 Jan, 2026 01:57pm

Pakistan Air Force successfully tests indigenously developed air-launched cruise missile

Karachi’s Shershah Market, once a bustling hub of imported used auto parts, now struggles for buyers

Soaring prices, easier alternatives, poor access have driven buyers away from Karachi's biggest used auto-parts market.

Pakistan , Published 04 Jan, 2026 09:00am

Karachi’s Shershah Market, once a bustling hub of imported used auto parts, now struggles for buyers

Unwanted, unneeded

Whatever their grievances, they are for the people of Iran to settle amongst themselves.

Newspaper , Updated 04 Jan, 2026 09:16am

Pakistan rejects Indian FM Jaishankar’s ‘irresponsible assertions’ following ‘bad neighbours’ jibe

"Once again, India seeks to deflect attention from its own troubling record as a neighbour that promotes terrorism and contributes to regional instability," FO says.

Pakistan , Updated 03 Jan, 2026 01:12pm

Pakistan rejects Indian FM Jaishankar’s ‘irresponsible assertions’ following ‘bad neighbours’ jibe

Looking ahead

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Newspaper , Published 04 Jan, 2026 05:34am

Handing out life terms to journalists and bloggers, following trials in absentia and under the sweeping ambit of anti-terrorism laws, is disproportionate to the alleged offences of speech and commentary.

Newspaper , Updated 04 Jan, 2026 09:49am

Akbar Road bike market, over 300 shops sealed as crackdown on encroachments intensifies in Karachi

Sealed premises will remain shut until owners give undertaking to comply with SOPs, says commissioner.

Pakistan , Updated 04 Jan, 2026 10:02am

Akbar Road bike market, over 300 shops sealed as crackdown on encroachments intensifies in Karachi

‘Flagrant violation of territorial integrity’: World reacts to US military action in Venezuela

Spain offers to negotiate and help find a peaceful solution; Iran declares American attack "a flagrant violation of national sovereignty".

World , Updated 03 Jan, 2026 11:04pm

‘Flagrant violation of territorial integrity’: World reacts to US military action in Venezuela

Mock house, CIA source and Special Forces: The US operation to capture Maduro

CIA had a small team on the ground starting in August who were able to provide insight into Maduro's pattern of life.

World , Published 03 Jan, 2026 11:52pm

Mock house, CIA source and Special Forces: The US operation to capture Maduro

Kashmiri cricketer under fire as his helmet displays Palestinian flag

Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association says it "has nothing to do with this"; says police will take necessary action.

Newspaper , Updated 04 Jan, 2026 09:30am

Kashmiri cricketer under fire as his helmet displays Palestinian flag

US-Venezuela: From sanctions to military action

The US military attack on Caracas caps years of tensions between Washington and Venezuela, which started in 2006 with US sanctions.

World , Published 03 Jan, 2026 07:39pm

US-Venezuela: From sanctions to military action

Who is Nicolas Maduro, Venezuela’s president?

Trump, whose government has accused Maduro of running drug cartels and other crimes, had been pressuring the strongman to leave office for months.

World , Updated 03 Jan, 2026 09:24pm

Who is Nicolas Maduro, Venezuela’s president?

Trump says US ‘will run’ Venezuela until ‘safe’ transition following Maduro’s capture

US president says military was prepared for "much bigger" second wave of strikes; Maduro, his wife being sent to New York after indictment on drug and weapon charges.

, Updated 03 Jan, 2026 11:01pm

Trump says US ‘will run’ Venezuela until ‘safe’ transition following Maduro’s capture

Mamdani’s letter to jailed student leader Umar Khalid riles BJP

Party warns NYC mayor against "interfering" in New Delhi’s internal affairs; stays silent on US lawmakers’ letter pushing for bail, fair trial for incarcerated activist.

Newspaper , Updated 03 Jan, 2026 07:47am

Mamdani’s letter to jailed student leader Umar Khalid riles BJP

More than a number

MOVING into 2026, Pakistan stands as the world’s fifth most populous country, with more than 255m people. This ...

Newspaper , Published 04 Jan, 2026 05:35am

Tough vetting for job seekers may hit remittances

Immigrants face scrutiny in both Pakistan and destination country.

Newspaper , Updated 04 Jan, 2026 09:05am

Tough vetting for job seekers may hit remittances

Lessons from PIA’s privatisation

The central lesson from PIA is that the real reform is not the sale itself but fixing the governance structure.

Newspaper , Updated 03 Jan, 2026 08:54am

More staff deployed at Islamabad M-Tag centres as over 120,000 vehicles registered ahead of Jan 15 deadline

DG Memon says action would be taken against vehicles without M-Tags at 12 entry points across the capital after Jan 15.

Pakistan , Published 04 Jan, 2026 06:17pm

More staff deployed at Islamabad M-Tag centres as over 120,000 vehicles registered ahead of Jan 15 deadline

Shahrukh Khan gets flak over Bangladesh cricketer in Kolkata Knight Riders

Mustafizur Rahman ’s selection to play for KKR has come amid allegations mostly by the Indian right-wing over attacks on Hindus.

Newspaper , Updated 03 Jan, 2026 01:00pm

Shahrukh Khan gets flak over Bangladesh cricketer in Kolkata Knight Riders

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WORLD

Iran judiciary chief says ‘no leniency’ towards ‘rioters’

India’s top court denies bail to Muslim student leader Umar Khalid

Ukraine says Russian strike on Kyiv leaves first civilians dead this year

North Korea tests hypersonic missiles, says nuclear forces ready for war

UK starts ban on junk food ads on daytime TV and online

Pakistan, China call for more ‘visible, verifiable’ actions to eliminate terrorist groups based in Afghanistan

A week in social media: An invasion, a YouTuber being attacked, and a new mayor

Rida Lodhi Published 05 Jan, 2026 05:28pm

The Chalta Phirta Documentary Festival is returning to Karachi with 12 documentary films

The two-day festival will commence in the city on Jan 10 and then head to Lahore on Jan 17.

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Life is a gift, says actor Navin Waqar about her character’s death in Humsafar

She urged people to live for themselves, focus on people who love them and never let anyone tell them they're worthless.

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’We did this incredible thing’: Trump’s capture of Maduro and the ‘complexities’ of international law

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While history has often only recognised generations after they have altered the course of things, 2025 hints at a time when recognition and impact arrived simultaneously.

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PKCERT, Kaspersky sign MoU to strengthen cybersecurity in Pakistan

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