Pakistan awaits official word on possible US travel ban Rubio announces visa restrictions on those facilitating illegal immigration; ambassador Rizwan Shaikh says nothing official yet. Updated 07 Mar, 2025 04:21pm
India & Trump 2.0 Trump’s presidency offers strategic opportunities to India. Updated 07 Mar, 2025 09:20am
New Trump travel ban could bar Afghans, Pakistanis soon: report Three sources say Pakistan to also be recommended for inclusion in govt review of countries’ security and vetting risks. Updated 07 Mar, 2025 08:23am
Pakistan rises to second in Global Terrorism Index TTP emerges as one of fastest-growing terror groups globally, responsible for 52pc of deaths in 2024. Published 06 Mar, 2025 09:15am
Terrorism ranking Poor relations with Afghan Taliban complicating Pakistan’s counterterrorism efforts. Updated 07 Mar, 2025 08:27am
Fear and favour The Trump administration’s position on Pakistan will become clearer with time. Updated 07 Mar, 2025 01:13pm
No Champions Trophy final deals one last blow to hosts Pakistan Former captain Rashid Latif says no final despite heavy investment is a blow as country reportedly spent $16m to upgrade 3 venues. Published 05 Mar, 2025 04:00pm
CM Maryam removes Lahore’s Mayo Hospital CEO, medical superintendent over complaints Orders outsourcing of rural health centres. Updated 07 Mar, 2025 10:13am
Trump says he will go to Saudi Arabia to reach $1tr deal Gulf country to host US-Ukraine meeting next week to discuss ceasefire in Ukraine war. Published 07 Mar, 2025 01:16pm
Portfolios assigned to new cabinet inductees Pervez Khattak appointed interior aide, Shaza Fatima appointed federal minister for IT, Mustafa Kamal appointed minister for national health services. Updated 07 Mar, 2025 06:51pm
World War I memorial in Islamabad faces demolition Faces imminent destruction due to development plans by CDA, DHA. Updated 07 Mar, 2025 11:08am
Unbeaten India face record-setting New Zealand for Champions Trophy glory India, who are looking to win the Champions Trophy for a record third time, boast a world-class spin attack. Published 07 Mar, 2025 02:28pm
Pakistani national illegally residing in Texas deported from US Syed Rizvi entered US legally in Sept 2017 but violated terms of his stay; identified as "national security priority". Published 08 Mar, 2025 12:55pm
Judges take exception to changes in IHC culture Justice Sattar concerned over court staffers seeking "gratuity" from litigants; Justice Saman questions changes to some rules. Updated 07 Mar, 2025 09:05am
Punjab home department releases list of proscribed organisations Urges citizens not to give charity to unregistered and banned organisations. Updated 07 Mar, 2025 08:57pm
Trump says he wrote to Iran urging nuclear talks "I hope ... to negotiate because if we have to go in militarily, it’s going to be a terrible thing for them," says US president; Iran says no talks with US under "maximum pressure" policy. Updated 07 Mar, 2025 08:56pm
British-Pakistani picked to tap country’s crypto potential Newly appointed adviser to finance minister says blockchain technology holds immense potential for Pakistan. Published 06 Mar, 2025 09:45am
Pakistan awaits official word on possible US travel ban Rubio announces visa restrictions on those facilitating illegal immigration; ambassador Rizwan Shaikh says nothing official yet. Updated 07 Mar, 2025 04:21pm
No Champions Trophy final deals one last blow to hosts Pakistan Former captain Rashid Latif says no final despite heavy investment is a blow as country reportedly spent $16m to upgrade 3 venues. Published 05 Mar, 2025 04:00pm
New Trump travel ban could bar Afghans, Pakistanis soon: report Three sources say Pakistan to also be recommended for inclusion in govt review of countries’ security and vetting risks. Updated 07 Mar, 2025 08:23am
Trump hails Pakistan’s help in arresting IS terrorist behind 2021 Kabul airport bombing PM Shehbaz says IS-KP commander Sharifullah arrested from Pak-Afghan border region; US NSA conveys Trump's appreciation to FM Dar. Updated 05 Mar, 2025 05:41pm
Pakistan rises to second in Global Terrorism Index TTP emerges as one of fastest-growing terror groups globally, responsible for 52pc of deaths in 2024. Published 06 Mar, 2025 09:15am
Champions Trophy: Kohli leads India to final with victory over Australia Rahul, with an unbeaten 42, steers team home with 11 balls to spare; they will now face New Zealand or South Africa in the final on Sunday. Updated 04 Mar, 2025 10:02pm
India & Trump 2.0 Trump’s presidency offers strategic opportunities to India. Updated 07 Mar, 2025 09:20am
Babar and Rizwan dropped from T20s against New Zealand, Salman Agha to lead Mohammad Rizwan to retain captaincy in ODIs for the tour as team faces criticism over recent poor performance. Updated 04 Mar, 2025 05:24pm
Malala makes first visit to hometown Barkana since being attacked Police say Nobel laureate flew in via helicopter with husband and father, visited ancestral graveyard and family. Published 05 Mar, 2025 04:46pm
India out to milk venue advantage against Australia in Champions Trophy semi-final Rohit plays down venue advantage, says Dubai "not our home" ground so team expects "some nervy times". Updated 03 Mar, 2025 08:31pm
Govt appoints chief adviser to finance minister for Pakistan Crypto Council Finance division calls Bilal bin Saqib's appointment "critical achievement" in Pakistan’s efforts to become regional leader in cryptocurrency space. Published 05 Mar, 2025 11:30pm
Army chief inaugurates military hospital, combat simulator in Bahawalpur Gen Munir addresses troops, commends "unwavering dedication, high morale, and combat readiness". Published 01 Mar, 2025 08:11pm
11 lives lost as Bannu survives deadly attack Six terrorists killed; over 20 people injured, including 10 troops; houses, mosque collapse due to blasts' intensity burying several under rubble. Updated 05 Mar, 2025 08:13am
Army chief urges youth to focus on their duties instead of engaging in ‘baseless criticism’ Reiterates “organised illegal spectrum backs terrorism with certain elements providing support to it". Published 02 Mar, 2025 01:45pm
Cricket integrity has been hit for six but it’s no big deal for players Chorus of criticism against ICC's perceived favoritism of India grows louder, with West Indies legend Sir Vivian Richards now adding his voice. Updated 04 Mar, 2025 12:41pm
