Iran links WC participation to security, respect for national symbols

IFF has set seven conditions for its national team’s participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Scientists take major step toward potential cure for type 1 diabetes

The findings, published in Stem Cell Reports, indicate that these laboratory-generated cells can effectively manage blood sugar levels in tests and even reverse diabetes in mice.
Pakistan emerged stronger and more united after ‘Marka-e-Haq’: PM Shehbaz

PM Shehbaz said Pakistan’s armed forces established country’s invincible power, stating that ‘Marka-e-Haq’ reflected to peace.
One Month Of The US-Iran Ceasefire: Pakistan Is Emerging As ‘A Great Mediator’

One month ago, on April 8, 2026, the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East shifted dramatically when the United States and Iran agreed to a ceasefire brokered by an unexpected but highly effective mediator, Pakistan.
‘Armed Forces stand shoulder to shoulder with the people of Pakistan’: ISPR releases statement on Marka-e-Haq

On the occasion of Marka-e-Haq, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) released a statement.
President Zardari pays tribute to nation, Armed Forces on ‘Marka-e-Haq’ anniversary

President Zardari has issued a message paying tribute to the nation and the armed forces on the first anniversary of the “Marka-e-Haq’
Balochistan Assembly pays tribute to PM Shehbaz, Field Marshal Asim Munir for steadfast leadership during Marka-e-Haq

The Balochistan Assembly has unanimously passed a resolution paying tribute to Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir for their steadfast leadership during Marka-e-Haq and Operation Azm-e-Istehkam.
BISE Multan announces schedule for Intermediate annual examinations

BISE Multan has officially announced the schedule for the Intermediate Part-II annual examinations.
WHO says there is low risk of hantavirus spreading among general public

World Health Organisation (WHO) Director-General, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has released a statement regarding hantavirus.
Tehran to hold emergency parliamentary session amid rising regional conflict

The Iranian Parliament has convened a high-level emergency session for the first time since escalating tensions.
National Athletics Championship put on hold amid severe weather conditions

National Athletics Championship, originally scheduled to take place in Karachi from May 14 to 17, has been postponed.
Widespread rain, storms forecast in KP as new weather spell approaches

Meteorological Department has issued a fresh weather advisory predicting a new spell of strong winds, rain, and thunderstorms across KP.
Heavy fine imposed in Punjab for dumping animal waste on Eid-ul-Azha

Strict action will be taken against individuals found dumping animal waste during Eid-ul-Azha.
Karachi administration to launch massive anti-encroachment operation

A major crackdown against encroachments and illegal occupations in Karachi is set to begin soon.
Pakistan off to confident start in opening test after Abbas-led bowling display

Pakistan national cricket team continued their solid response after bowling out Bangladesh national cricket team for 413 runs.
Fact Check: Reporter was never physically harmed by Metropolitan Corporation Lahore

Reporter Tarhub Asghar has alleged that Metropolitan Corporation Lahore (MCL) officials physically engaged with her crew during an operation. She also claimed that she and her team were unlawfully detained by a few MCL officers for more than two hours. Fact: According to sources, neither Tarhub Asghar nor any member of her crew was detained […]
Pakistan’s external financing climbs to $731m in March 2026

Pakistan secured $731 million in external financing during March as multilateral lenders and Saudi Arabia continued supporting the economy.
Rawalpindi set to unveil Kachehri Chowk as “Marka-e-Haq Square” tomorrow

The mega development project at Kachehri Chowk in Rawalpindi has been completed, with authorities expected to inaugurate the site tomorrow under its new name, “Marka-e-Haq Square”. Preparations for the inauguration ceremony have been finalised, officials said. The mega infrastructure project, completed in a record 187 days, includes two flyovers, three underpasses and two steel bridges […]
Maryam Nawaz’s daughter Mahnoor gets engaged, who is the fiance?

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s younger daughter, Mahnoor, has gotten engaged.
Gold prices drop further in Pakistan
Gold prices in Pakistan declined again on Saturday as weaker international rates pushed local bullion and silver markets lower.
Goods transporters announce fare hike

On Saturday, Good Transporters and Mini Mazda announced an increase of 10 per cent in the fares.
Marka-e-Haq celebrations: Concert at Rawalpindi stadium tonight

Islamabad Traffic Police announced latest traffic advisory for May 10 for the events of “Marka-e-Haq” celebrations. The DC Islamabad Irfan Nawaz Memon took to X, temporary road closures and diversions will remain in place from 6pm until midnight on Sunday. According to the advisory, the event includes a concert and fireworks, and heavy traffic is […]
Emirates receives millions of job applications as hiring expands
Dubai’s Emirates group is continuing a major global recruitment drive as the aviation sector grows rapidly. The company announced plans to hire around 17,300 employees during the current financial year. These jobs are given across more than 350 different roles. The recruitment campaign covers many departments within Emirates Airline and dnata, including cabin crew, pilots, […]
Over 52,000 Pakistani hajj pilgrims reach Saudi Arabia
52,195 Pakistani hajj pilgrims have currently reached Saudi Arabia from Pakistan. They travelled on a total of 207 flights. A private media channel reported on Saturday.
Operation Sindoor failure: India sacks naval, army chiefs to escape embarrassment

Following the fallout from the failed Operation Sindoor, India sacked senior military leadership to contain mounting embarrassment, while fresh criticism has emerged over the politicisation and “saffronization” of their armed forces. According to informed sources, retired Lt Gen Subramani’s rise was less to military merit and more to his perceived Hindutva leanings and close ties […]
Cricketer Azhar Ali lands unexpected overseas role

The Scotland men’s cricket team has linked with the former Captain of the Pakistan National Team, Azhar Ali in a consultancy role.
Major milestone achieved by Shaheen Shah Afridi

The premier left-arm pacer of Pakistan, Shaheen Shah Afridi has reached a landmark achievement in test cricket on Friday.
Dubai airports expand flights as UAE airspace reopens
Dubai airports are increasing flight operations at Dubai International Airport (DXB) after restrictions on UAE airspace were lifted. This marks the next stage of recovery for aviation in the region after the disruption previously caused by the conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. Dubai Airports announced that airlines will gradually return to normal […]
Lionel Messi opens up on his rivalry with Ronaldo
Football legend Lionel Messi has spoken candidly about his long-standing rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo, saying their competition was always based on football and never driven by personal conflict. Messi said comparisons between the two stars became inevitable during their years at FC Barcelona and Real Madrid CF, when both clubs were battling for major domestic […]
Get fuel on discounted rates after hike in petrol prices, here’s how
As petrol prices hike in Pakistan, consumers can reduce their fuel expenses by using various petrol discount cards and digital payment options offering cashback and rewards. To benefit from petrol price discounts, motorists can use dedicated fuel loyalty cards such as GO Cards, which provide reward points, cashless transactions, and savings at over 150 fuel […]
Instagram chats now more vulnerable to hacking
The users of Instagram will now not have fully private direct messages as Meta has decided to disable end-to-end encryption for the platform’s inbox on a global scale.
“US-Iran talks could resume soon in Islamabad”, claims The Wall Street Journal

The US and Iran talks could be resumed very soon in Islamabad, claimed the American newspaper ‘The Wall Street Journal’. Fresh talks between the United States and Iran could begin as early as next week in Islamabad, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal citing people familiar with the discussions. The report said […]
Punjab govt likely to announce summer vacations earlier amid rising heat
The government of Punjab would likely announce the summer vacations earlier than before due to the rising temperature within the province. The recent heatwave alerts and the expected date of Eid-ul-Azha might lead towards the early announcement of summer vacation in Punjab. As per the new academic calendar, the official date for the summer holidays […]
Apple announces bad news for iPhone users
Apple has announced bad news for all iPhone users, saying that there might be a delay in enabling 5G service in the handsets. iPhone users in Pakistan may have to wait longer for full 5G support, according to officials familiar with discussions between authorities and Apple. Media reports said the company informed Pakistani authorities that […]
Two boys killed over Rs1300 dispute in Rawalpindi
Two young boys killed each other in Rawalpindi on May 8 over a dispute of Rs1,300. As per the police officials, the two youngsters exchanged gunfire after the dispute erupted over a small financial transaction. The incident took place within the limits of Dhamyal Police Station near Pir Mehr Ali Shah Town on Chakri Road, […]
Is Discord down? Nearly 70,000 users report issues

As reported by Downdetector, a platform that tracks real-time outages, approximately 70,000 users indicated problems at 3:49 p.m., with the number of complaints subsequently decreasing to 40,000 users by around 4:11 p.m.
CDA faces criticism over posting Grade 18 officer to Grade 20

The matter was brought to public attention when journalist Waseem Abbasi pointed out the appointment on social media, questioning how a Grade 18 officer could be directly appointed to a Grade 20 role in the CDA.
Google introduces its new feature in ‘Google Translate’

Google has introduced its new feature in Google Translate. Google Translate has introduced a new feature that allows users to practise pronunciation and speaking skills directly within the app. The update comes as the translation service marks 20 years since its launch. According to a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, a user named […]
Government may give administrative control of BISP to provinces

Minister of State for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Kheal Das Kohistani clarified that the government is not planning to shut down the BISP.
TECNO celebrates ‘Mother Day’ with new offer

TECNO Pakistan has announced a limited-time offer as the smartphone company celebrates Mother Day. offering free earbuds to customers who purchase a smartphone from the CAMON 50 series at selected stores across Pakistan. The campaign, titled “Love You Ammi!”, will run on 9 May 2026 and applies to buyers of the TECNO CAMON 50, TECNO […]
Rockstar confirms GTA Online summer update ahead of GTA 6 release

In a recent blog post discussing Nightclub income bonuses, Rockstar shared, “There’s also plenty more to look forward to in GTA Online, including a variety of special events and celebrations, along with an exciting new update this summer.”
Apple, Intel reach preliminary chip-making agreement, WSJ reports

the US government, which became Intel’s largest shareholder last year through an agreement with CEO Lip-Bu Tan, played a major role in facilitating negotiations with Apple
Trump announces three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine

Trump shared the news via social media, indicating that the ceasefire would be effective from Saturday to Monday.
Are Pakistani workers being deported from UAE?

The Ministry of Interior has strongly rejected all the news and claims regarding the deportation of Pakistani workers from the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The authorities have called the news regarding the Pakistani nationals being deported from the UAE a malafide reporting. According to the post on X, formerly known as Twitter, the Ministry of […]
Punjab libraries to install advanced firewall systems for cybersecurity

The new project which includes 14 public libraries throughout Punjab, has been estimated to cost Rs50 million.
Rawalpindi traffic police resolves 538 complaints filed by citizens immediately

the traffic police received a total of 583 complaints through various channels in the previous month, with 538 of these being resolved quickly
Govt closes GT road for HTV vehicles to enter Islamabad, Rawalpindi

The Federal government has closed the Grand Trunk (GT) road for Heavy Travelling Vehicles (HTV) from entering Islamabad and Rawalpindi. The closure of the GT road will be in force from May 9, at 12:00am till May 10, 12:00am. According to a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, no heavy vehicle will be allowed […]
Ramiz questions fitness of Pakistan’s pace attack in first test

Former Pakistan captain and renowned commentator Ramiz Raja criticised fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi.
Government announces new petrol prices

The government increased the petrol prices by Rs 14.92; the new petrol price is Rs 414.78. On the other hand, the government increased the diesel prices by Rs 15, and the new diesel price is Rs 414.58. Earlier, the federal government increased the petrol price by Rs 6.51 per litre. The government also increased […]