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Missing Kashmiri poet case: IHC orders live streaming of all missing persons cases

Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani summons ISI, MI, IB officials, law minister and secretaries of law, defence, interior ministries on May 29.

Updated 24 May, 2024 09:33pm

IHC's Justice Kayani says agencies can only 'assist' govt probes, seeks clarity on 'operational methods'
Kashmiri poet case: IHC's Justice Kayani calls on intelligence agencies to shed label of culpability in abductions
IHC summons report from defence secretary on alleged agencies' role in Kashmiri poet abduction case

ICJ orders Israel to ‘immediately halt’ offensive in Rafah

Court also orders Israel to keep the Rafah crossing into Gaza open for the “unhindered” provision of humanitarian aid.

Published 24 May, 2024 09:18pm

Putin wants Ukraine ceasefire on current frontlines

Ukrainian FM says Russian leader trying to derail peace summit in Switzerland by sending out “phoney signals” about alleged readiness to halt war.

Published 25 May, 2024 12:01am

PCB announces 15-man squad for T20 World Cup

Abrar Ahmed, Azam Khan, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Saim Ayub and Usman Khan will make their T20 World Cup debut.

Updated 24 May, 2024 10:54pm

Japanese dog of ‘Doge’ meme fame dies

The dog's picture inspired Dogecoin, the eighth largest cryptocurrency in the world, valued at $23bn.

Updated 24 May, 2024 09:50pm

Asad Qaiser rejects DG ISPR’s ‘unconstitutional’ demand of PTI apology over May 9 riots

Says the PTI forming the government in 2018 was a "mistake" due to a weak mandate.

Published 24 May, 2024 11:26pm

Punjab cabinet approves action against Imran, PTI leaders for ‘hateful’ rhetoric against institutions

Alleges the party's total agenda is to destabilise country, spread hatred against institutions.

Published 25 May, 2024 12:01am

PM Shehbaz urges UNSC, world community to enforce ICJ’s decision on Gaza

Israeli PM to consult ministers after ICJ order to halt Rafah op; EU discusses possible role monitoring Gaza border crossing.

Updated 24 May, 2024 10:15pm

South Asia faces extreme weather with heatwave in India, cyclone in Bangladesh

In Pakistan, temperatures are expected to hit 50°C in two cities in Sindh.

Published 24 May, 2024 10:24pm

IHC, LHC issue notices on pleas against Pemra bar on TV reporting of court proceedings

LHC rejects petitioner's plea to the extent of immediately striking down the notification.

Updated 24 May, 2024 07:25pm

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Afghan Citizens Protest Against Visa Policy For Pakistan At Chaman Border

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Editorial: A new IMF arrangement is the least of the common man’s problems

If the Immigration and Passports DG had his way, you’d never truly be rid of your ex

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For student councils to be transformative, students and teachers must experiment with the space provided

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PAA: ‘Navigating the Shift in Consumer Behaviour’

Editorial: Upcoming budget will determine who bears the burden of IMF-mandated energy adjustments

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To a Land Unknown tracks dilemma of stranded Palestinian refugees at Cannes

SBP must acknowledge responsibility for its inflationary fire that engulfed the country in last few years

Ascending to spectacular views: The story of Tiger Properties’ Tiger Sky Tower

Tiger Sky Tower isn’t just about breaking records; it’s about redefining what a skyscraper can be. It’s a love letter to innovation and a celebration of the extraordinary.

TECNO presents ‘Make in Pakistan’ documentary highlighting the journey of Pakistan’s mobile industry

With ambitious export goals, Pakistan's domestic mobile phone industry appears set for further growth.

vivo V30e 5G launched in Pakistan with sleek design and advanced imaging capabilities

The design of V30e 5G makes everything from scrolling to gaming feel incredibly smooth.

FIFA’s foul on Pakistan football

Record onion exports make consumers pay high prices

Pakistani consumers paid Rs300-350 per kg for onion following the Indian export ban from Dec 8, 2023 to April this year.

Business , Updated 23 May, 2024 10:14am

Record onion exports make consumers pay high prices

Climate change ministry warns of more heatwaves in June

Glaciers rapidly melting, risk of forest fires exacerbated due to harsh weather.

Pakistan , Published 24 May, 2024 07:50am

Climate change ministry warns of more heatwaves in June

Sindh police left red-faced after Rangers raid Karachi CTD office

Three CTD officials held for taking bribe to release man detained illegally on return from Iraq; SSP removed, CTD DSP and SHO suspended.

Pakistan , Updated 23 May, 2024 09:37pm

Sindh police left red-faced after Rangers raid Karachi CTD office

Two more ‘RAW-trained’ suspects held in Karachi

“As per information, RAW has been operating an organised network of terrorism in different countries,” according to the police statement.

Pakistan , Updated 24 May, 2024 07:53am

Two more ‘RAW-trained’ suspects held in Karachi

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Newspaper , Published 24 May, 2024 09:15am

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