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Bill Gates withdraws from India AI summit

Bill Gates did not attend India’s AI Impact Summit, where he was due to speak as a keynote speaker, just hours before he was due to speak, he was pulled back from the limelight over his past dealings with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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New digital job portal announced

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has approved a job portal and grievance system to improve employment for persons with disabilities.

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Is Pakistan playing against India in the Super Eight Stage?

The latest victory of Pakistan’s Green Shirts in the ICC T20 World Cup has officially brought the line-up for the Super Eight stage to a close as the last remaining space in that next stage was secured, securing the title dreams of the Pak squad well intact.

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Major player ruled out of T20 World Cup

Sri Lanka’s T20 World Cup journey has taken a tragic turn following the ruling out of fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana from the ongoing T20 World Cup.

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HEC makes AI course mandatory for all university students

The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has ordered all public and private universities across the country to introduce mandatory three credit hour course on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in every undergraduate and postgraduate course.

Kuwait Visa

Getting a visa for Kuwait is now easier than ever

Kuwait has made a number of changes to the rules regarding its visit visas over the past few years. The revised framework attempts to offer more flexibility to travellers while having distinct rules on entry, duration of stay and compliance.

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Prices of samosas, pakoras fixed for Ramzan 2026

Commissioner Karachi Syed Hasan Naqvi has fixed the prices of food items in the city for the convenience of citizens before the start of Ramzan, and in this regard, 13 markets have been selected as model bazaars so that the availability of items at fixed rates can be ensured.

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KP High Court orders immediate end to PTI road blockades

Peshawar High Court expressed strong displeasure while hearing petitions filed against the blocking of roads on the demand for the release of PTI founder Imran Khan and summoned the Chief Secretary of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the IG Police in their personal capacity.

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Big announcement for Ramzan 2026

The United Arab Emirates council for fatwa has urged citizens of all the Emirates to look out for the crescent moon for the month of Ramzan 2026 that will appear on the evening of Tuesday, February 17

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Hollywood legend passed away at 95

Hollywood legend Robert Duvall is dead at 95 with one of the most respected and enduring Hollywood careers. He died peacefully Sunday at his home where he was surrounded by family, according to his wife, Luciana Duvall.

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India in emergency mode over Usman Tariq

With the showdown between Pakistan and India at the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 nearing, there is one storyline dominating the build-up and that is India’s visible unease over Pakistan’s mystery spinner Usman Tariq.

Suzuki Exchange Program

Give your old car, drive home a brand-new one: Apply here

Pak Suzuki Company has introduced the Suzuki Exchange Program with the aim of making the vehicle upgrade process easier for customers across the country, under which customers can obtain a new or Suzuki-certified used vehicle in exchange for their old car.

Punjab free plots

2000 free plots offered in Punjab

On directions of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, Provincial Housing Minister Bilal Yasin completed the digital balloting of 2,000 free residential plots in 19 districts under the “Apni Zameen, Apna Ghar” program.

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Good news for UAE visa applicants in Pakistan

Pakistan’s Ambassador to United Arab Emirates (UAE), Shafqat Ali Khan, on Friday denied the reports saying that the Gulf country had suspended the issuance of 96 and 48-hour transit visas for the Pakistani nationals.

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Chery Tiggo 9 PHEV price announced in Pakistan

Chery Pakistan has officially announced the cost of its signature Tiggo 9 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV), which is another big move in the company’s plan to expand locally.

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Chocolate, fries, cold drinks banned in schools

The United Arab Emirates has banned soft drinks, chocolates, and potato chips in school lunches altogether as a bid to promote better eating habits amongst students across the country. The decision was made by the UAE Ministry of Education in Dubai.

Zaeem Qadri

Senior politician, former MPA Zaeem Qadri passes away

Senior Pakistani politician and a former Member of the Punjab Assembly, Zaeem Qadri, has died today. According to media reports, he had been under treatment at a private hospital for the last three days on account of a heart ailment.

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New working hours announced for Ramzan 2026

The Government of Pakistan has issued revised working hours of passport offices nationwide during the holy month of Ramzan and has also announced the passport fee information.

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SUPARCO launches second homegrown EO satellite

Pakistan’s Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has reported the successful launch of the second indigenous Electro-Optical satellite of the country called EO-2.

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Exams 2026: Major announcement for 8th class students in Punjab

The 8th grade exams in Punjab would commence from the second week of March. For the first time in the country, the answer sheets will be evaluated through a computerised system. Results will be declared on March 31 after the computerised checking.

PSL 11 auction

Live: PSL 11 Auction 2026

PSL 11 Auction is finally here, marking a significant moment for the league as it moves away from a traditional draft-based system towards an auction-based system.

NADRA online verification

NADRA shifts to online verification process

The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has introduced Nishan-e-Pakistan, a new online verification system, which aims at modernising the verification process.

Rose Day

Why is everyone obsessed with giving roses on February 7?

Rose Day the first day of Valentine’s week is on February 7 and marks the start of the period known as Valentine’s week which is a worldwide celebration of love, affection and emotional bonding culminating on the February 14.

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How will Nawaz Sharif celebrate Basant 2026?

Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N) leader Nawaz Sharif is going to join the Basant 2026 celebrations in Lahore. He intends to spend a day in the Walled City and celebrate the festival with friends he has known for years and relive memories which are linked with the rich cultural heritage of Lahore.

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New designs for currency notes finalised

The governor of State Bank of Pakistan Jameel Ahmad confirmed that designs for the country’s new currency notes have been finalised at a meeting of the Senate’s Standing Committee on Finance.

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Rs1,500 Prize bond draw 2026: Date, prizes and tax details revealed

The National Savings Centre, Lahore will be holding the first Rs1,500 Prize Bond draw of 2026 on February 16, giving citizens of the country across all provinces an opportunity to win big cash prizes. The draw is on the regular prize bond schedule and is expected to attract thousands of people.

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Kashmir hai Pakistan: New anthem honours Kashmiri struggle

On the occasion of Kashmir Solidarity Day, the enthusiastic anthem “Kashmir is Pakistan” was released. The anthem is a full manifestation of unwavering love, deep devotion, and practical solidarity with the Kashmiri people.

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Are Imran Khan sons coming to Pakistan?

Founder PTI Imran Khan’s son Qasim Khan issued a message on social media on Wednesday.

On the social networking site X, in a statement, Qasim Khan said that he and his brother want to go to Pakistan to meet their father.

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Iran takes a surprising step on women’s rights

Women in Iran can now get official licences to ride motorbikes for the first time as the country removed years of legal uncertainty over two-wheelers in the country, local media reported on Wednesday.

Changan Deepal S05 REEV

Deepal S05 REEV enters delivery phase

Master Changan Motors Limited (MCML) has reached a significant milestone by commencing volume production of the Deepal S05 REEV which is the first locally assembled premium Range Extended Electric SUV of Pakistan.

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Massive airfare increase ahead of Basant

Airlines have drastically hiked passenger rates for flights to Lahore ahead of the eagerly awaited Basant festival that is scheduled to commence on, February 6 and will end on February 8 in the provincial capital, Lahore.

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How much did Babar Azam cost Peshawar Zalmi?

Peshawar Zalmi have confirmed the retention of star batter Babar Azam for Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11. The franchise shared the update on Tuesday in the form of a social media post, featuring an animated poster. Over it was written the caption: “Locked in and confirmed.” Here’s the Yellow Shaping Up – Yellow Storm for #HBLPSL11.”

Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV

Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV: New price announced

The limited-time for pre-registration offer has officially ended by Chery Master Pakistan for the Tiggo 8 PHEV, which will result in a price increase from February 2, 2026.

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How did 4 moons appear in Russia at once?

Residents of St. Petersburg, Russia, were left in a state of wonder after having seen a rare and spellbinding natural phenomenon, when they saw what looked like four moons shining at once in the night sky.

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Rs540 million spent on kites as Lahore prepares for Basant

Lahore is full of excitement as the historic festival Basant is taking place after a gap of 25 years. Over three days, over Rs540 million worth of kites and kite strings were sold underlining the public enthusiasm for the event.

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Another global pandemic could be emerging?

Health experts are warning once again that the world may be facing another big pandemic and could be caused by viruses that are related to smallpox, a disease that once thought to be eradicated forever.

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Pre-auction twist: Why did Steve Smith choose Sialkot Stallionz?

The newly-introduced Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise Sialkot Stallionz has made a big statement ahead of the 11th edition of the tournament by signing on the former skipper of the Australian team Steve Smith. The next PSL season is scheduled to take place from March 26 to May 3.

Fatima Bhutto

How did love turn into abuse for Fatima Bhutto?

Fifteen years after her first memoir, Songs of Blood and Sword, Fatima Bhutto is back with The Hour of the Wolf, a deeply personal story of abuse, survival and renewal. The book describes a decade-long relationship that Bhutto suffered in silence believing that it was love.

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What will the Clintons’ testimony reveal about Epstein files?

Former US President Bill Clinton and the former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton have agreed to testify before a congressional panel investigating the dead financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a congressional staffer said on Monday.

Multan Sultans PSL 11

Is Multan Sultans set for a new owner before PSL 11?

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed six serious bids on Monday for the auction of the Pakistan Super League’s popular franchise Multan Sultans. The auction for Multan Sultans is now gaining momentum.

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What does Javeria Saud have to say about Maryam Nawaz?

Pakistani actress Javeria Saud has openly expressed her praise of Punjab’s Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz for what she called “exceptional work” by the Chief Minister in the province, while also calling on citizens to take responsibility for looking after public facilities.

T20 World Cup Pakistan

Plan B ready if Pakistan skips T20 World Cup

Pakistan’s participation in ICC T20 World Cup is uncertain. A final decision is expected soon, but so far no official announcement has been made. The situation has resulted in speculation among fans and in cricket circles as well.

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New Melania Trump documentary divides audiences

The new documentary on First Lady Melania Trump is receiving sharply divided audiences. From sold-out theatres to virtually empty screening rooms, reactions reflect the political divide in the country.

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Pakistan rewrite history in dominant win over Australia

Pakistan’s Green Shirts gave an impressive performance on Saturday, pummeling Australia by 90 runs and winning the second T20I of a three-match series at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, and rewrote the record books in the process.

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Rain, snowfall warnings issued for KP and Punjab

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) and provincial disaster management authorities have issued warnings of rain and snowfall in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Punjab in the next few days.

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Home Alone star actress passes away

Catherine O’Hara, the famous actor known for her roles in Home Alone, Schitt’s Creek and Beetlejuicehad died at the age of 71 due to a brief illness, as confirmed by her manager.

Quinton de Kock

Quinton de Kock stars as South Africa chase 222

South Africa won a magnificent victory over West Indies in the second T20 played at Centurion and in completed a brilliant run chase and sealed the series in their name. The highlight of the night was the sensational century by Quinton de Kock who delivered a memorable winning innings for the Proteas.

Azma Bokhari

Azma Bokhari apologises over Bhati gate tragedy

Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari has apologised for sharing the wrong report regarding the Bhati Gate manhole tragedy where a mother along with her 10-month-old child lost their lives after they fell into a sewerage line.

World Cup Pakistan

Surprise shake-up in Pakistan’s batting order before World Cup

Salman Ali Agha, Pakistan’s captain has confirmed that he will be batting at No.3 in the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. This will mark a significant shift in his batting position. He has been traditionally featured in lower half of the first six batters in Pakistan’s T20S.

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Abdul Aleem Khan launches Guru Nanak expressway project

In a landmark decision aimed at promoting religious tourism and infrastructure, the National Highway Authority (NHA) has announced construction of new motorway in Kartarpur and Nankana Sahib leading to Pakistan motorway network.

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Clarke and Finch react in surprise to Rauf’s snub

Former Australian captain Michael Clarke and former opener Aaron Finch said they were surprised by Pakistan’s move to exclude fast bowler Haris Rauf from its squad for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup.

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Two-year-old sets two snooker world records

Move over seasoned pros, two-year-old Jude Owens from Manchester is already making his mark in snooker history. The toddler has secured not one, but two Guinness World Records to the surprise of many fans and professionals alike, acquiring skills far beyond his years.

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Beloved Spider-Man actor dies at 38

The Mexican voice actor Alexis Ortega, known for his work as the Spanish voice actor of Tom Holland’s character of Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), has died at the age of 38.

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Punjab imposes Section 144 ahead of Basant

The Punjab government has brought Section 144 into force across the province ahead of the Basant festivities, bringing in new restrictions in order to prevent incitement or public disorder.

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Will Punjab schools close for 10 days for Basant?

A fake notification that has been circulating on social media was saying that the Punjab School Education Department has ordered the closing of all the public and private schools in the entire province from February 1 to February 10, 2026 due to celebration of the Basant festival.

PSL 11 player auction

PSL 11 player auction set for February 11

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has officially announced that the player auction for the 11th edition of the league will be held on February 11, unveiling key rules for all the franchises ahead of the much-awaited event.

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PTA cautions public over unlawful online material

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has asked citizens on Sunday to be vigilant against spread of illegal content on the Internet saying misuse of digital platforms will not be tolerated.

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KP rejects PTI rally again

KP has rejected the calls for a rally by PTI leaders once again today. The Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa arrived at Peshawar Jhangra Stop with only 10-15 workers to welcome him.

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Iran threatens harsh response to any US strike

Iran has warned that it will view any form of attack as a declaration of full-scale war with tensions rising ahead of the expected arrival of a United States aircraft carrier strike group and other military assets in the Middle East.

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Sixers storm into BBL final after 57-run win

Only a few nights after experiencing a bruising defeat in the playoffs, the Sydney Sixers have engineered a stirring turnaround to book yet another showdown with the Perth Scorchers in the BBL final at Optus Stadium.

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NADRA launches CNIC data monitoring app for citizens

or the first time in history of Pakistan, the citizens can check when, where and for what purpose their Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) data has been used. The newly released “NADRA identity card data monitoring app” marks a major shift in how Pakistani citizens protect their personal identity.

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Heaviest snowfall in 20-years hits Murree

Murree has received the heaviest snowfall in 20 years. Currently, Murree is experiencing a snowstorm which has broken a 20-year record. Snow is accumulating in different parts of Murree and has reportedly reached up to 5 feet in some places. The snowstorm has significantly disrupted mobility and daily life.

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Pakistan signs Gaza Board of Peace accord in Davos

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has signed the Gaza Board of Peace accord in Davos on Thursday, January 22. These signatures make Pakistan an official part of the Gaza Board of Peace accord.

Turkiye visit visa application fee

How much is the Turkiye visit visa application fee?

With varying durations to stay Turkiye offers both multiple-entry and single-entry visit visas. The fees for visit visas are listed in US dollars but Pakistani applicants are required to make payments in Pakistani rupees at the prevailing exchange rates.

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West Indies umpire Chris Taylor in President’s trophy

Christopher Mark Taylor, a 45-year old umpire from Jamaica, West Indies is scheduled to officiate three matches in the on-going President’s Trophy Grade-I 2025-26 as part of the International Cricket Council’s Umpire Exchange Program, Pakistan Cricket Board said on Tuesday.

Punjab boards fee bomb

Punjab boards announce fee bomb

Education boards in Punjab have imposed a major fee hike on students appearing for the board examinations which has received wide spread criticism.

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Vice President JD Vance expecting fourth child

Second Lady Usha Vance and Vice President JD Vance have announced that they are expecting their fourth child later this year and revealed the news in a joint statement posted on social media on Tuesday.

PSL 11 auction categories

PSL 11 auction brings big shifts in player categories

Ahead of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11 players’ auction, information has been revealed regarding the new categories that have been proposed for local players with several significant promotions and demotions across franchises.

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Over 25 million Pakistani children remain out of school

The government’s education emergency policy has come under renewed scrutiny after a report by the Institute of Social and Policy Sciences (I-SAPS) revealed that over 25 million children remain out of school in Pakistan, despite rising education expenditure across the board, the number of children out of school has continued to increase.

Rana Aftab

Veteran actor Rana Aftab shot dead in Lahore

Senior television and film actor Rana Aftab was shot dead by unknown assailants outside his residence in Lahore’s Park View Society, early Monday morning, sending shockwaves across the entertainment industry. He was 63.

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Will Earth lose its gravity in August?

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has finally dispelled a viral conspiracy theory stating that the Earth would lose all gravity on August 12 at exactly 14:33 GMT.

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Fire erupts at new sabzi mandi, Karachi

A fire broke out at New Sabzi Mandi on Tuesday and causing a lot of panic among traders and residents in the area. According to early reports, fires were observed in the wholesale market from several shops inside the market, which prompted a quick response by emergency services.

Toyota Fortuner price

Toyota slashes Fortuner price by Rs2.5 million

Toyota Indus Motors has announced the most phenomenal price cut for their iconic Off-road SUV – Toyota Fortuner – in order to celebrate the 35th anniversary of this Japanese giant in Pakistan, on January 19.