Top Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders including Omar Ayub Khan were taken into custody by police in Rawalpindi on Thursday.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan's unwavering support for the just struggle of the Palestinian people for their right to self-determination, freedom and justice.

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif says business-friendly policies are essential for boosting economic activities.

Eight Khwarij were killed by the security forces in two separate operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa today.

The Sindh Education Department's steering committee has decided that matriculation (9th and 10th grades) exams will commence on March 15, 2025.

The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD), on behalf of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has extended the term for the deposit of $3 billion maturing on December 5, 2024, for another year, the State Bank of Pakistan said on Thursday.

Debutant Tinotenda Maposa backed his bowling figures of 1/12 with a match-winning cameo of 12 not out to power Zimbabwe to a thrilling two-wicket consolation victory in the final T20I of the three-match series here at Queens Sports Club on Thursday.

A court has issued arrest warrants for Bushra Bibi, the wife of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, due to her repeated absence from hearings in the new Toshakhana case.

Pakistani fashion designer Maria B, renowned for her beautiful clothing line, has recently opened up about a personal loss experienced in her life.

Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb here on Thursday reemphasized the need for inclusive growth, highlighting the importance of bringing everyone into the mainstream to contribute constructively to the economy.

Turkey's competition board said on Thursday that it has decided to terminate an investigation of Meta Platforms regarding data-sharing between social media platforms Threads and Instagram.

South Korea’s President Yoon Suk-yeol has accepted the resignation of the country’s Defence Minister Kim Yong-hyun and nominated the country’s ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Choi Byung-hyuk, as the new defence minister.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has withdrawn its stay order on the privatisation of the national airline, allowing the government to resume the sought-after process.

Federal Energy Minister Owais Leghari has announced that Pakistan and Russia will commence a trial freight train service in March, signaling a strengthening of economic and political ties between the two nations.

A 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck Lahore, Gujrat, and several other cities across Punjab on Thursday, prompting residents to rush out of their homes and buildings in panic.

Amnesty International has released a damning report accusing Israel of committing genocide against Palestinians in the occupied Gaza Strip.

The stock market continued its ascent to cross 106,000 points mark on Thursday, driven by growing anticipation of a substantial interest rate cut in the State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) upcoming monetary policy meeting on December 16, record-low inflation and strengthening economic indicators.

Rejecting the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) allegations of "straight firing" at civilians during its "do-or-die" protest in Islamabad, Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has clarified that the law enforcement agencies (LEAs) were not provided with live ammunition, but water cannon, tear gas and batons.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Barrister Ali Zafar was on Wednesday appointed as a member of the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) — the judicial body responsible for judges appointment to the superior courts — where he will represent the opposition.

Pakistan recalled former skipper Babar Azam on Wednesday for the away Test series and white-ball matches against South Africa starting next week, but there was no place for spinner Sajid Khan.

Petroleum Minister Musadik Malik said on Wednesday that the federal government has deferred an agreement to buy liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Qatar for a year and will now receive the contracted LNG cargoes in 2026 instead of 2025.

Pakistan lost to arch-rivals India who defended their title with a 5-3 victory in the final of the men’s Junior Asia Cup 2024 hockey tournament in Muscat on Wednesday.

Five terrorists were killed and two others were injured in an intelligence-based operation carried out in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Lakki Marwat district, the military’s media wing said on Wednesday.

A recent study examined the potential effects that consuming different forms of protein may have on heart health.

South Africa has announced its 15-member squad for the upcoming T20I series against Pakistan, set to take place in December.

Opposition parties have submitted an impeachment motion against South Korea‘s President Yoon Suk-yeol over his declaration of martial law.

WhatsApp, a widely used messaging platform that also shares files and documents, is reportedly preparing to introduce a new feature that will enable users to share messages, photos, videos, and GIFs directly with other applications, eliminating the need to save or re-upload media files.

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Wednesday announced both the white-ball and red-ball squads for the upcoming series against South Africa.

Pakistani actor and producer Sheheryar Munawar has confirmed the much-anticipated news of his upcoming marriage, announcing in a recent interview that he is set to tie the knot by the end of this month.

Stocks extended their record-making streak on Wednesday, crossing the 105,000 points mark for the first time, driven by expectations of a significant interest rate cut by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) in its upcoming monetary policy meeting on December 16.

In schools and colleges, teachers use grades to show how well students are doing in their studies. CGPA, or Cumulative Grade Point Average, is one way to measure these grades. It gives an average of all the grades a student gets in all their subjects over the year.

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar says greater connectivity, liberalization of visa regimes and simplification of border procedure are vital to unlock the geo economic potential of the ECO region.

Despite widespread concern that generative AI could interfere with major elections around the globe this year, the technology had limited impact across Meta Platforms' META.O apps, the tech company said on Tuesday.

Scientists said on Monday that electrically stimulating a particular region in the brain could help people with injured spinal cords walk more easily, with one patient describing how the technique allowed him to conquer his fear of stairs.

In order to facilitate aspiring pilgrims, the Ministry of Religious Affairs on Tuesday extended deadline for submission of Hajj applications until December 10.

French President Emmanuel Macron and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman signed a strategic partnership on Monday aimed at deepening bilateral ties and de-escalating conflict in the Middle East, including Lebanon, where the two leaders called for presidential elections.

South Korean actor Park Min Jae, known for dramas such as Little Women and Call It Love, passed away on November 29, his agency Big Title confirmed on Monday.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Riyadh on Tuesday for a two-day trip to attend the One Water Summit being held from December 3 to 4.

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on Tuesday declared martial law in an unannounced late-night address broadcast live on YTN television, claiming he would eradicate “shameless pro-North Korean anti-state forces”.

Pakistan bagged a dominating victory against Zimbabwe by 10 wickets to clinch three-match series after outclassing the hosts in second T20I played at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo on Tuesday.

If you regularly wake up and go to bed at different times, you could be at increased risk of heart attack and stroke.

Gold prices have seen an increase both internationally and locally. In the global bullion market, the price of gold per ounce rose by $7, reaching $2,640.

Aliya Fakhri - the 43-year-old sister of Bollywood actress Nargis Fakhri - has been arrested in connection with the brutal murders of her ex-boyfriend, Edward Jacobs, and his friend, Anastasia Ettienne, in Queens, New York.

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar met with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Tuesday, during an official visit to Iran, where both leaders agreed to deepen cooperation in “all spheres”.

A Vietnamese court has rejected a real estate tycoon’s appeal, upholding the death sentence handed down for the embezzlement of $12bn.

Pakistan on Tuesday clinched trophy of Blind T20 Cricket World Cup after beating Bangladesh by 10 wickets in the final at Multan.

WhatsApp is rolling out an exciting new, redesigned interface that will enable users to manage their chat lists within the app in a more organised way.

The federal government has proposed a five-year imprisonment or a fine of Rs1 million for individuals found guilty of deliberately spreading fake news, as part of initial amendments to the cybercrime law.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif vowed a strong response to recent violent protests in the Pakistani capital, Islamabad, stating that those responsible will face the full force of the law. He added that the protests, which occurred during the official visit of the Belarusian President, caused significant disruption and embarrassment for the country.

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir has reiterated the forces' resolve and capability to tackle the entire threat spectrum faced by the country, said the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) in a statement on Tuesday.

Stocks maintained its history-making upward momentum on Tuesday, building on Monday’s record gains as economic optimism and cooling inflation continued to drive investor confidence.

United States President Joe Biden has pardoned his son Hunter for his firearms and tax convictions despite previously pledging not to use his presidential authority to grant him clemency.

Pakistan’s pacer Haris Rauf has etched his name in T20I records, overtaking Shadab Khan’s feat to become the top wicket-taker for Pakistan in the shorter format.

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have concluded seven agreements valued at $560 million.

Gold prices in Pakistan registered another decline on Monday in line with their decrease in the international rate. In the local market, gold price per tola stood at Rs274,500 after a single-day decrease of Rs1,700.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed Pakistan's desire to further expand cooperation with Saudi Arabia.

Chinese government has announced scholarships programme 2025-26 for the AJK, Pakistani students to peruse their studies and conduct research in Chinese Universities.

Australian police have arrested 13 people in what authorities described as the largest-ever cocaine bust in the country’s history.

Pakistan's former world champion Jansher Khan has been inducted into the Professional Squash Association (PSA) Hall of Fame.

Indian actor Vikrant Massey has announced on December 1 that he is taking a break from films for an indefinite period, shocking both the industry and his fans.

The founder of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, Imran Khan, has completed his physical remand in a case registered at New Town Police Station.

The capital market began the week on a high note, driven by a combination of improving economic indicators, strong corporate earnings, and robust investor confidence.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday approved the establishment of a 10-member Joint Task Force (JTF) aimed at identifying and prosecuting those responsible for spreading misinformation and inciting chaos following the recent protests in Islamabad.

Momina Iqbal spoke about how seniors behave with juniors on set during her appearance in a show.

Elon Musk has again asked a US court to stop ChatGPT-maker OpenAI from converting into a for-profit enterprise.

In a significant operation, Mianwali police successfully foiled a major Khwarij attack on the Chapri Police Station, killing four heavily armed militants.

Eight terrorists were killed in two separate engagements with security forces in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Khyber and Bannu districts, the military’s media wing said on Sunday.

The interior ministry reiterated on Sunday that despite a prior Islamabad High Court (IHC) ruling deeming PTI’s November 24 power show “unlawful,” the party still breached the Red Zone in Islamabad.

Abrar Ahmed and Sufiyan Muqeem spun Pakistan to a 57-run victory over Zimbabwe in the first T20I of the three-match series at Queens Sports Club on Sunday.

Israel’s former defence minister Moshe Yaalon on Saturday accused the Israeli army of ethnic cleansing in the Gaza Strip, sparking an outcry in the country.

Heavy rains lashed India’s south and a major airport shut operations as cyclone Fengal made landfall on Saturday.

New York Chamber of Commerce has expressed interest of investment in diverse sectors of country including textile, leather, surgical instruments and Information Technology.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has termed the cultural diplomacy vital for the promotion of relations with the world countries.

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan stands united with the global community in reaffirming its firm commitment to strengthen the national HIV response.

Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov met with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and agreed to boost military cooperation between the two isolated nations, Pyongyang state media said on Saturday.

As uncertainty looms over Pakistan-hosted Champions Trophy 2025, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has expressed optimism that a "long-term" formula, which will be beneficial for both country and cricket, would be chalked out that will apply to all future events of International Cricket Council (ICC).

The United Nation's children's fund raised the alarm on Friday over the high rate of new human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infections among young women and girls, warning they lacked access to prevention and treatment.

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has decided not to block Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) as the deadline for registration of all non-registered VPNs lapsed on Saturday midnight (November 30).

The federal government has hiked the price of petrol by Rs3.72 per litre for the next fortnight, starting from December 1.

Referring to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Pakistan People Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has slammed the opposition for agitational politics, stressing the need for ensuring stability in the country either via "dialogue or baton".

Pakistan U19 opened their ACC U19 Asia Cup campaign with a thrilling 44-run victory over arch-rivals India at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Saturday.

After increasing in the previous session, gold prices in Pakistan registered a decline on Saturday in line with their decrease in the international rate. In the local market, gold price per tola stood at Rs276,200 after a single-day decrease of Rs1,100.

The United States has signed off on $385m in new weapons sales to Taiwan, the latest sign of deepening military ties that have unsettled China.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister (CM) Ali Amin Gandapur has sacked Mashal Yousafzai from the office of special assistant to KP CM.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) meeting scheduled for Saturday (today) regarding the hosting of the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 has been postponed.

Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar has emphatically stated that nobody will be allowed to disturb the country's peace.

WhatsApp has rolled out a new feature in the beta version of its messaging application. Users now have the ability to utilize QR codes for managing channels, which may enhance the speed of accessing pertinent information.

The death toll from ongoing tribal clashes in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's District Kurram has risen further, as two more individuals lost their lives and 10 others were injured in fresh incidents of firing۔

An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in the federal capital approved the bail petition of senior journalist Matiullah Jan in a terrorism and narcotics case on Saturday.

The Lahore Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) has found Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Founder Imran Khan guilty in the cases related to the events of May 9 and rejected his bail in eight separate cases.

When winter winds to an end, there are plenty of things to look forward to -- warm weather, blooming flowers, cookouts and the beach. But, for many people, that last item comes with a bit of hesitation.

The world’s top court will next week start unprecedented hearings aimed at finding a “legal blueprint” for how countries should protect the environment from damaging greenhouse gases — and what the consequences are if they do not.

Bangladesh’s leading political parties have called for calm following widespread unrest in the country triggered by the killing of a lawyer during clashes between Hindu protesters and security forces.

Aviation Minister Khawaja Asif on Friday announced that the European Commission and European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) have lifted the ban on Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) for flights to Europe.

The Sindh Home Department has established a joint interrogation team (JIT) to probe two suspects for allegedly facilitating last month’s suicide attack on a Chinese convoy near Karachi Airport in October that claimed the lives of two foreigners and one Pakistani, it emerged on Friday.