Gul Plaza fire: PM Shehbaz Sharif assures full support to Sindh CM
Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif assured the Sindh government of full federal support after a fire at Gul Plaza claimed six lives.
Traders suffer Rs3b loss in Karachi’s Gul Plaza fire
Karachi’s renowned Gul Plaza fire has inflicted financial losses of nearly Rs3 billion on traders.
Kohli century in vain as New Zealand seal series
New Zealand pulled a stirring comeback and clinched the ODI series by 2-1 over India with a 41-run win in the third and last match in Indore on Sunday with the help of centuries by Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips.
Punjab’s schools to reopen on Monday
No more relaxation and vacations as schools across Punjab province will reopen tomorrow, Monday, 19th January. Provincial Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat announced that there will be no further extensions, and all schools across the province will operate as usual. According to the announcement, school hours will be from 8:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Winter […]
Election Commission gears up for KP local elections
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has officially started preparations for the upcoming KP local elections. In order to ensure fair and transparent local elections, the schedule specifically focuses on establishing the boundaries of Village Councils and Neighbourhood Councils throughout these districts. Under the issued schedule, all administrative arrangements and preparatory work are expected to […]
Rizwan and Babar confirmed as slowest batters in BBL
In a surprising statistical revelation in the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL), stars from Pakistan, Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam, have become the slowest scorers in the tournament so far.
Age is no barrier: Wayne eyes glory with Italy at 42
Age is just a number, especially in sports, as 42-year-old Wayne Madsen is ready to lead the Italian team in the forthcoming T20 World Cup.
Iran considers gradual internet restoration after shutdown
Iranian authorities have said they are considering a “gradual” restoration of internet access in the country after a sweeping communications blackout has gripped the nation for over a week, local media reported.
Maryam Nawaz’s outfit on valima: Who designed it and its price?
Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Maryam Nawaz looked stunning at her son Junaid Safdar’s valima today (Sunday).
PineDrama: TikTok’s new app for one-minute series
TikTok has quietly released a new microdrama app, named PineDrama, which reflects the growing interest in the short form, scripted entertainment space. Available in the United States and Brazil on both iOS and Android, PineDrama is a series of fictional content, with bite-sized videos meant for the type of viewership where people watch episode after episode.
‘We have no information’: Families await answers after Gul Plaza fire
Families are still searching for their loved ones who went missing after the Gul Plaza fire.
‘Cholistan Desert Jeep Rally’ preparations enter final phase
Preparations are entering their final phase for the 21st International Cholistan Desert Jeep Rally premier motorsports events.
Babar Azam’s poor form continues in BBL
Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam’s problems in the ongoing Big Bash League persists as he again failed to make any meaningful contribution for Sydney Sixers today in a crucial must win game against Brisbane Heat.
Karachi’s roads get a facelift as KMC launches major rehab programme
Karachi Metropolitan Corporation has launched a comprehensive road rehabilitation programme across the city.
46 Sahulat bazaars create jobs for 9,200 across Punjab
A network of 46 Sahulat Bazaars across Punjab has produced decent employment opportunities for 9,200 individuals as per official statistics and is a big step in the province’s efforts to provide relief to the public with jobs.
Pakistani student develops world’s largest Urdu AI model
Taimoor Hassan, a Pakistani student, has launched Urdu ChatGPT, “Qalb”.
Trump to impose 10% import tariffs on Europe from Feburuary 1
US President Donald Trump on Saturday upped the tensions with European allies by promising a fresh batch of tariffs if Europe does not permit the United States to purchase Greenland, an offer that has met sharp criticism throughout Europe.
Marriyum Aurangzeb’s new look sets social media abuzz
Photographs from Junaid Safdar’s wedding festivities has generated significant buzz on social media after the Punjab’s minister of information and environment Marriyum Aurangzeb was seen with a quite different look which many labelled as a stunning “glow-up”.
Karachi roads closed as Gul Plaza collapses after fire
As the deadly fire continues at Karachi Gul Plaza shopping mall, several roads have been closed by the traffic police to avoid further damage. According to Karachi Traffic Police, diversion has been implemented from Uncle Saria Bridge to Tanki Chowk and towards Garden Chowk. The road is also closed from Tibet Chowk towards Garden Chowk, […]
Pakistan receives invitation from President Trump to join Gaza Board of Peace
Pakistan has received an invitation from United States (US) President Donald Trump to join Gaza Board of Peace. According to a press release of Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in response to media queries, the Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr Tahir Andrabi, stated the following. “The Prime Minister of Pakistan has received the […]
Punjab Police Khidmat Centres served over 170,000 citizens
Punjab Police Service Centers are actively providing digital services to citizens across the province. According to a spokesperson for Punjab Police, more than 170,000 citizens have availed various services from these centers during the current period. The spokesperson said that 76,807 citizens have obtained general police verification services. Inspector General of Police Punjab stated that […]
Bakhtawar Bhutto Zardari reacts to Maryam Nawaz’s outfit at her son’s wedding
Bakhtawar Bhutto Zardari reacted to the outfit of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz at her son Junaid Safdar’s wedding. Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Maryam Nawaz stole the spotlight at her son Junaid Safdar’s baraat in Lahore. She was looking radiant in a pistachio outfit by Iqbal Hussain. View this post on Instagram A post shared […]
Crackdown continues against Non-M-Tag Vehicles in Islamabad
Authorities have continued operations against vehicles without M-Tags readers have been fully activated at various checkpoints.
Pakistan to become world’s third-largest rice exporter
Pakistan started the new year by achieving historic milestones; the country became the third-largest exporter of rice in the world. As per details, the rice exports of Pakistan saw a strong rebound in the last month of 2025, with a massive 14 per cent month-on-month (MoM) rise as compared to previous month. This also includes […]
Flour prices to go up as wheat supply delays for Karachi
Karachi has failed to subside, as delays in the supply of government wheat have raised fears of further increases in flour prices.
Samsung confirms Galaxy S26 Edge, S26 Pro not releasing in 2026
Samsung users in Pakistan who were waiting for the release of Galaxy S26 series have to wait longer as the S26 Edge or S26 Pro will not be released in 2026. The parent company Samsung, confirmed that its highly anticipated Galaxy S26 series will not be released this year. Earlier, reports claimed that the Galaxy […]
PM Shehbaz orders special measures for Karachi’s Gul Plaza fire victims
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif expressed grief over the fire incident at Gul Plaza in Karachi. PM Office Media Wing said in a press release that the prime minister shared the grief of the families of those who lost their lives in the inferno. The prime minister directed that all possible measures should be […]
FIA offloads passengers at Islamabad airport over fake documents
The FIA Immigration authorities stopped two passengers attempting to travel abroad using fake documents and fraudulent means at Islamabad Airport. The FIA officials said that the travelers who have been detained are identified as Hasnain Azhar and Muhammad Atif. Hasnain Azhar was trying to travel to Portugal using a fake resident card and Muhammad Atif […]
Matric, intermediate exam schedule announced
Good news for students as the official schedule of matric and intermediate examinations has been announced in Punjab. Education boards across Punjab issued a complete schedule of the examination. The BISE officials stated that the annual matriculation examination for matric part 1 will begin on April 14, 2026 whereas part 2 will kick off from […]
Solar panel prices increase sharply across Pakistan
The Chinese imported solar panels price with capacities of 585, 645 and 720 watts have gone up by an average of Rs5,000 in local markets.
Dense fog forces closure of major motorways
Heavy fog the traffic flow has been disrupted on national highways and various motorways police to ensure the safety has close key motorway.
Türkiye Scholarships 2026 for international students: apply now
Türkiye Scholarships 2026 offers talented students from around the world a chance to study at top-ranked universities in Türkiye. Türkiye Scholarships 2026 The programme provides a full education package. This means it includes tuition, accommodation, health insurance, a monthly stipend, and a Turkish language course. The Türkiye Scholarships programme for 2026 can be considered as […]
World’s first hotel on Moon planned for launch by 2032
Scientists have announced plans to build the world’s first hotel on the Moon, aiming to make lunar tourism a reality. World’s first hotel on Moon A US-based company said it wants to open the hotel by 2032. Space tourists will be able to stay there for around £7.5 million per person. The project is supported […]
PTA facility: overseas Pakistanis can now maintain SIM ownership
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has introduced measures to help Pakistanis living abroad avoid having their mobile SIM cards blocked. The step aims to ensure that Pakistanis who stay abroad for education, work, or any other reasons can continue to use their mobile SIMs and telecom services. Under this plan, users can keep their SIM […]
PSL 11 set to start on March 26: grab your tickets
The eleventh edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL 11) will begin on Thursday, March 26. Fans can also grab their tickets soon. The decision was made during a meeting of the PSL Governing Council at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore. Fans, players, and stakeholders are looking forward to the new season of the […]
Punjab simplifies vehicle registration transfer
The Punjab government has decided to allow vehicle owners from other provinces and the federal areas to register their vehicles in Punjab. This means that owners can now transfer their vehicles to Punjab by only paying a small fee. Transfer vehicle registrations to Punjab Director General Excise and Taxation Punjab, Umar Sher Chatha, said vehicle […]
Karachi: Pakistan Rangers rescue efforts underway at Gul Plaza fire
Pakistan Rangers are carrying out rescue efforts at the Gul Plaza fire in Karachi. A fire broke out at Gul Plaza on MA Jinnah Road on Saturday. Sindh Rangers personnel joined the rescue operation immediately. Following special instructions from the DG Rangers Sindh, well-trained Rangers teams reached the site without delay. Rangers personnel are working […]
Hajj training camps to start in Punjab
The Directorate of Hajj has issued instructions to prepare for Hajj training camps. The aim is to make sure pilgrims are fully ready for the journey. Officials said several departments, including the Punjab Food Authority, have been asked to take part in the camps. Pilgrims will be briefed on food hygiene and safety, which is […]
Punjab Sahulat Bazaars: Govt delivers essential food items to over 301,000 homes
The Punjab Sahulaat Bazaars Authority has completed the free home delivery of more than 301,200 orders of essential food items across the province. The service was launched under the vision of the Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz Sharif. There was an official statement released on Saturday that confirmed the progress. This initiative is the […]
Fire erupts at shopping mall on Karachi’s MA Jinnah road
Fire broke out at a shopping mall on Karachi’s MA Jinnah Road late Saturday night.