Three workers dead in toxic sewer tragedy
April 18, 2026
Three sanitation workers died after inhaling toxic fumes while cleaning a choked sewerage line in Surjani Town on Friday evening, police and rescuers said.
Three sanitation workers died after inhaling toxic fumes while cleaning a choked sewerage line in Surjani Town on Friday evening, police and rescuers said.
A major defeat was suffered by the Indian government on Friday. The defeat was when a key constitutional amendment bill which was aimed at reserving one-third seats for women in state assemblies and Parliament failed to secure the required majority.
Men’s National Selection Committee of Pakistan has announced a 16-member squad to play a two-match test series against Bangladesh, which will happen next month.
Cricket Australia and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) are negotiating on when Australia will go on a tour of Pakistan to play a three-match ODI series.
On the morning of April 18, earthquake tremors were felt in Islamabad and some other parts of Pakistan. The earthquake was felt from 7:54 am to 7:56 am.
A large-scale anti-encroachment drive in Noorpur Shahan has resulted in a restoration of state land worth billions of dollars, ending decades of illegal occupation, profiteering and unauthorised commercial activity.
Pakistan has appealed the immediate resumption of normal shipping activities through the Strait of Hormuz, cautioning at the United Nations that continued breakdowns are affecting global trade, energy supplies, and vulnerable communities.
The Anti-Corruption Unit of the International Cricket Council has launched investigations into alleged corruption cases in Cricket Canada.
It has been decided by the Sindh government that strict action will be taken against the examination staff and the students who are involved in cheating.
It is expected that Sarfaraz Ahmed will be serving as Pakistan’s red-ball coach for the forthcoming away Test series against Bangladesh in May.
A new facility has been introduced by the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA). It is now allowing citizens to complete biometric verification for Punjab arms licences through a mobile application.
Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Tahir Andrabi, stated that no date has been fixed yet on the second round of talks between the United States and Iran.
Katy Perry is being investigated in Australia following sexual assault allegations made by actor Ruby Rose, according to police and media reports on Wednesday. Katy Perry’s representatives have strongly denied all the accusations.
Another milestone has been achieved by Babar Azam in T20 cricket. He has now become one of the few players hat has the honour of completing 100 half-centuries in T20 cricket.
On Wednesday FIFA President Gianni Infantino said that Iran will for sure participate in the 2026 World Cup despite the middle east war.
To help former detainees avoid reoffending and return to society as productive, law-abiding citizens, Haripur police and the Human Development Organisation (HDO-Pakistan) will jointly arrange psychological rehabilitation sessions for people who have completed their sentences or whose cases are still under trial.
The digital figures of the 2026 Pakistan Super League (PSL) have been released at the halfway stage of the season.
Ministry of Interior of Saudi Arabia has announced strict penalties for individuals performing Hajj without an official permit.
English batter, Jason Roy has been signed by Karachi Kings as a replacement for Muhammad Waseem in the Pakistan Super League 2026 (PSL 11).
Fiza Ali received a notice from the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority after the authority sought an explanation from a private television channel over an incident that occurred during a live broadcast.
Pakistan is now feeling the impact of the closure of Strait of Hormuz. Due to the closure the LNG supplies are facing major disruptions.
On Tuesday, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari directed the expansion of the pink electric scooter for women across Sindh.
People troubled by rising car prices in the country have received major good news, as the government is preparing to bring a clear reduction in prices through a new auto policy.
On Tuesday, April 14, the government of Spain finalised a sweeping migrant amnesty measure.
This move will lead to hundreds of thousands of undocumented immigrants getting legal status. They will now be able to get a working permit and can live legally in Spain.
Courtney Walsh, West Indies pace legend has praised the tradition of Pakistan’s fast bowling.
An important step has been taken by the Standing Committee on Local Government of the Punjab Assembly (PA) against child marriage. They have approved the Punjab Marriage Ordinance 2026.
Pakistan will soon be hosting the Zimbabwe women’s cricket team for a white-ball series. On Sunday, PCB confirmed that a slight change will be made in the schedule of the upcoming series.
Due to the recent conflict and the situation in the middle east, the number of people applying for passports at the passport offices have been decreased by 50 per cent.
A Zimbabwe player, Blessing Muzarabani, has been banned from the Pakistan Super League by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for the next two seasons.
Fatima Sana, Pakistan’s women’s cricket captain has urged the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) that they should launch a women’s cricket league soon.
Peshawar Zalmi have strengthened their position at the top of the table by winning over Multan Sultans by 24-runs in the 22nd match of the 2026 Pakistan Super League (PSL 11).
US officials on Monday said that the man who allegedly threw a Molotov cocktail at Sam Altman’s luxury California home was trying to kill the boss of artificial intelligence giant OpenAI.
Zakat is one of the five pillars of Islam. Most Muslims know that much. But when it comes to actually sitting down and working out what they owe, many find themselves guessing. This guide cuts through the confusion.
Pedro Sanchez, the Spanish Prime Minister’s wife, Begona Gomez, have been formally charged with corruption. According to a court ruling that was published on Monday after a years-long criminal investigation.
The young cricketer of Hyderabad Kingsmen, Maaz Sadaqat has emphasised that his team needs to win all their remaining games to remain in the PSL 11.
Actress Ayesha Omar’s film “Mera Lyari” has been included in the 28th edition of the UK Asian Film Festival, where it will be screened on May 2.
According to a recent study, one of the first warning signs of an Alzheimer’s disease could be a reduced or missing sense of smell which could be early enough before memory problems start to happen.
Peshawar Zalmi captain Babar Azam entered his name into the history books by becoming the first player to cross the 4000-run mark in the history of the Pakistan Super League on Saturday.
The next match between Islamabad United and Hyderabad Kingsmen will be a thrilling and a close match between the two teams as each strives to gain points in the PSL 2026 points table.
Ismail Rahu, Sindh Minister for Universities and Boards, has taken notice of the controversial changes in the examination centres of the Matric board, a private media outlet reported.
The increase in public transport fares has finally been withdrawn now that the prices of the petroleum products have been reduced.
The ceasefire between the United States and Iran, along with Pakistan’s decisive role and the arrival of US Vice President JD Vance in Islamabad, has plunged India and its so-called “Godi media” into a state of mourning.
Alex Jones, conspiracy theorist and political commentator has claimed that the first lady Melania Trump has decided to break up with the current US President Donald Trump.
An important traffic advisory has been issued on Saturday by the Islamabad Traffic Police. They have announced major road diversions and closures across key routes in the federal capital.
Saturday has been declared by authorities as a public holiday in both Islamabad and Rawalpindi. This decision has been taken in the light of the ongoing US-Iran dialogue taking place in the federal capital.
Kamala Harris, Former United States Vice President and the democratic nominee for the Presidency in 2024 said on Friday that it is being considered by her to run for President again in 2028.
Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel has requested that the court to postpone giving testimony in the long-running corruption trial. The trial was supposed to
The All Sindh Private Schools and Colleges Association has expressed serious reservations over allowing matriculation students to take exams at any examination centre.
An important advisory has been issued by the Islamabad Traffic Police on Friday. The residents of the city will face major disruptions across the city due to the movement of the foreign delegations.
Melania Trump, the first lady on Thursday denied that she had any relationship with the deceased Jefferey Epstein.
The new Supreme Leader of Iran Mojtaba Khamenei has said that Iran is not pursuing for war and does not want war but it will never compromise on its legitimate rights.
A landmark private member bill has been received by the Punjab Assembly seeking to reform the Christian Marriage Act 1872. This offers to bring long-awaited relief to millions of Christian families.
Instagram’s teen content restrictions will be globally expanded for the purpose of limiting exposure to sensitive material.
The 18th match of Pakistan Super League 11th Edition will take place today at National stadium Karachi between Rawalpindiz and Quetta Gladiators. Batting friendly conditions are expected at the National Stadium, Karachi.
China’s car exports have seen a surge in March despite shipment disruptions due to the crisis in the Middle East.
Another major milestone has been added by Babar Azam, Peshawar Zalmi’s captain, to his dominant T20 career. He has become the fastest batter in men’s T20 history to score 12,000 runs.
Atif Aslam, Pakistan’s singing sensation was originally set to perform at Coca-Cola Arena on April 19, 2026.
The exams scheduled for today and tomorrow in Red Zone, Islamabad have been postponed due to ongoing diplomatic activities in Islamabad.
In Islamabad, due tp tightening security regarding the US-Iran talks, the metro bus service running in the twin cities has been restricted.
The AI initiatives of Apple are now facing a familiar obstacle as content creators are pushing back. The situation has escalated to the courtroom.
Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, Pakistan’s ambassador to the United States said on Wednesday that Islamabad has played a constructive diplomatic role which led to the essential US-Iran ceasefire. He described it as a success of engagement and dialogue.
The Peshawar Zalmi vs Karachi Kings clash in PSL 2026 today is going to be a high-stakes battle between the two sides that are in-form.
From January 1, 2027 social media will be banned by Greece for children under the age of 15. On Wednesday it was said by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis that rising anxiety, addiction and sleep problems are the reasons for the ban.
After the 2-week ceasefire between Iran and the United States of America, it is expected that the petrol prices will be reduced by Rs30-60 in Pakistan.
Youme-e-Tashakur to be observed on Friday, April 10, as announced by the Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The reason for this is the ceasefire between Iran and US and the role that was played by Pakistan.
No-Objection Certificates (NOC) have been issued by the Pakistan Cricket Board to four players for overseas commitments in England during the 2026 season.
The Upskilling Training Program (USTP) has been launched by the Ministry of IT and Telecom Pakistan to develop specialised skills in the semiconductor sector.
It has been decided by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) to create a new policy for PhD scholars sent abroad.
The Pakistan Super League 2026 will be delivering fans with another high stakes match today. The match will be played between Peshawar Zalmi and Hyderabad Kingsmen.
For Hajj 2026 season, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah of Saudi Arabia has highlighted the Nusuk Card as a fundamental organisational pillar.
David Warner former Australian batter has been charged with drunk driving after recording a blood alcohol reading twice the legal limit in Sydney.
A video of Saba Qamar’s birthday celebration is creating buzz and controversy on social media. In the video it can be seen that she was stumbling while dancing to a song by Aima Baig.
The Pakistan Super League (PSL) matches to be held in Karachi have been provided with a comprehensive security plan.
It is expected that a severe heatwave will be coming in various areas of Sindh from April 11. An alert has been issued by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
A proposal has been submitted by the Overseas Pakistanis Foundation (OPF) to the Pakistan government to make membership compulsory with the body. The membership will have a fees around Rs10,000.
The four astronauts aboard the NASA’s Artemis II mission have on Monday reached the furthest point that any human has been from Earth.
Lahore Qalandars and Pakistan’s star batter Fakhar Zaman has dismissed the rumours and speculations about retiring from T20 Internationals.
Sahibzada Farhan, Multan Sultans opener has climbed to the top of the six-hitting charts for 2026 in T20 cricket. He has shot 149 sixes this year.
Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi was nowhere to be seen at the funeral of people martyred in Bannu. This incident has sparked outrage and is evidence of the insensitivity of KP CM towards the people.
Bakhtawar Bhutto Zardari in a post on the social media site X (formerly Twitter) today, said that her father does not even own one bank account abroad.
The jailed Pakistani neuroscientist Dr Aafia Siddiqui’s nephew Emad Siddiqui was shot down by three unidentified gunmen in Houston today. This was confirmed by the Siddiqui family in Karachi.
One of the world’s most remarkable dinosaur nesting grounds has been found by palaeontologists in Southern France.
The Pakistan Cricket Board on Sunday approved an expression of interest (EOI) for the development of a stadium in Jeddah with cooperation of Saudi Arabia Cricket Federation (SACF).
Multan Sultans is set to face Quetta Gladiators in Match 13 of Pakistan Super League’s 11th edition today.
A new paid subscription model is being tested by Meta for Instagram. The new model introduced additional features, which include the ability to view stories without appearing on the viewer list.
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has decided to further facilitate citizens by deploying mobile registration vans to the far-flung areas of the country.
The Karachi Kings captain David Warner has responded strongly against a former Indian cricketer Ajay Jadeja regarding allegations of a viral video of his team-mate Moeen Ali in Pakistan Super league 11.
Ashton Turner, Multan Sultans captain talked about missed opportunities after his team suffered a 20-run defeat to defending champions Lahore Qalandars.
Prices of e-bikes have been raised by a local electric bike manufacturing company due to higher operational expenses and recent increases in petroleum prices.
Mahira Khan fans are excited as they might be able to see their favourite actress on screen once again and this time it may be on an international screen alongside Emmy and Oscar winning famous British-Pakistani actor Riz Ahmed.
The first photos taken from inside the Artemis II Orion spacecraft have been released by NASA. The photos show Earth in stunning detail and the four astronauts make their journey towards the moon.
Younis Khan, former captain of Pakistan is likely to be given an important role in the Pakistan Cricket Board.
Today at Gaddafi stadium two teams moving in completely different directions will meet as Rawalpindiz and Islamabad United meet each other in a crucial PSL 2026 clash.
In a statement issued by the Pakistan Business Forum, disagreement was expressed over the government’s decision to close businesses at 8 PM.
Chief Minister of Punjab Maryam Nawaz has announced that public transport in Punjab will be completely free in the coming days. The purpose of this is to give relief to the people of Punjab. So, they can travel without being burdened by high oil prices.
A famous TikTok influencer, Hakeem Shehzad Lohapar, has been arrested in relation to the charges of assaulting a female TikToker.
Maya Ali, Lollywood diva has thrilled fans with a first glimpse of her highly anticipated 2026 film, Khan Tumhara. The film is set to release on Eid-ul-Adha.
Star batter Sahibzada Farhan from Multan Sultans delivered a match winning performance and scored an unbeaten century in the 11th edition of Pakistan Super League.
Attorney General Pam Bondi was fired by the US President Donald Trump on Thursday after being frustrated by her performance.
Today in PSL 11 Multan Sultans and Lahore Qalandars clash with each other. Both of these teams are well balanced and can deliver match-winning performances.
Heavy rainfall lashed Karachi early Thursday under a new western weather system, disrupting daily life and creating chaos across the city.
In another development, schools in Islamabad will have 3 days off a week. Friday has been added to the weekends.
Rassie van der Dussen, the South African star batter, has announced that he will be retiring from international cricket. This will bring the curtain down on his international career for the Proteas.
A new variant of COVID 19 has been tracked known as Cicada or BA 3.2. It has drawn global attention for being detected across 24 countries. The health authorities are also monitoring its spread in the United States.
Many users have reported that they are unable to access the famous social media app X, formerly known as Twitter. No reason for the outage has come forward yet.
It has been indicated by the Punjab Government that summer vacations this year are likely to extend for up to two months.
The HAT and UCAT tests according to HEC will be conducted on April 19 under HEC’s supervision.
Important guidelines have been issued by the Higher Education Commission Pakistan for teachers and students regarding the eligibility for foreign fully funded scholarships and admissions.
A new step has been introduced by the Punjab government. The step is aimed at improving educational inclusion for Christian and minority students.
Two exciting matches will be played at Gaddafi Stadium today in Pakistan Super League, the matches promise a full day of high-intensity T20 cricket.
The Government of Sindh has taken a major step to promote modern transport and technology by signing an important agreement for the EV (Electric Vehicle) taxi project.
The Australian fast bowler Peter Siddle revealed that he proudly identifies himself as the Foreign Chacha of the Multan Sultans squad.
Resham a Pakistani actress has firmly responded to recent criticism around her charitable langar initiative. She has pointed out that the backlash she has faced is driven by jealousy and not any other type of concern.
Iran will play its World Cup matches in the United States as planned, FIFA President Gianni Infantino says, despite calls to move the matches on account of tensions in the region.
FIFA World Cup 2026 fans travelling to the event could face serious human rights threats, Amnesty International has said, as the world sporting event is drifting away from the “safe, free and inclusive” tournament favoured by FIFA.
Successful and timely operations against terrorists have been conducted in various parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, in which 13 terrorists were killed.
United Kingdom diplomats have been urged by London’s mayor to counter the rising tide of “fake news” about the capital, largely from US President Donald Trump.
Fakhar Zaman has been handed a two-match suspension after being found guilty of ball tampering. The left-handed batter was charged under a Level 3 offence, with the board ruling that his actions breached the code of conduct, leading to disciplinary action against him.
The Pakistan Cricket Board has sent a stern warning to its centrally contracted players not to make any posts on social media without the permission of its media department, according to sources.
Kamran Akmal and Basit Ali, former cricketers, responded to the fine on Naseem Shah and both of them have shared strong opinions on the case.
Sikandar Raza has attempted to defend Shaheen Shah Afridi following a Punjab police letter which accuses both players of forcibly escorting unauthorised visitors into the room of Raza during Pakistan Super League (PSL 11) on Saturday night.
As part of its Artemis II mission, NASA is ready to launch astronauts to the moon for the first time in more than half a century as a key step in its lunar exploration program.
Gamers might have to begin saving early, since the next-generation consoles are likely to be assigned a much higher price tag.
China has unveiled the Open-Sea Floating Island, the world’s first ultra-large marine research platform, an important breakthrough in the scientific and technological goals of the country.
Veteran Lollywood icon Meera has caused major buzz in Pakistan’s film industry after teasing her upcoming crime thriller Psycho.
Ali Sethi is about to release his new album Room Jhoom soon after being inspired by his global hit Pasoori with Shae Gill.
The first trailer of the upcoming Harry Potter and Philosopher’s Stone has come out, and it has already made history.
The University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Lahore has formally declared that for admission in undergraduate Fall 2026, its Combined Entrance Test will be conducted from March 30 to April 2, 2026.
US President Donald Trump’s public approval rating has dropped to 36 per cent, the lowest since the beginning of his second term in office, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll.
A British court has given a Russian man a four-year prison sentence after his attack on a woman was witnessed remotely by Barron Trump, the youngest boy of the US president Donald Trump.
The Pakistan Cricket Board has taken a major decision to avoid a conflict of interest.
Pakistan Cricket Board has barred Wahab Riaz and Sarfaraz Ahmed from working in PSL. As employees of the PCB, both the former cricketers have been prevented from working with Quetta Gladiators.
Former captain of Pakistan and the current Pakistan Super League (PSL) batting coach of Peshawar Zalmi, Misbah-ul-Haq has sent a defamation notice to the former player Ahmed Shehzad.
The Rawalpindi and Islamabad Metro Bus Service has reduced its working hours as part of government’s energy conservation measures with one hour cut from the night schedule.
The United Kingdom has set out new guidance for parents that they need to restrict screen time for young children due to the mounting worries about the impact of screen exposure at a young age.
WhatsApp is bringing some new features to make messaging easier and with the help of AI.
Canada offers multiple opportunities for employment and permanent residency, for which visa applications have been invited from Pakistani citizens and individuals from other countries.
Sony Interactive Entertainment is set to increase prices for its PlayStation 5 lineup, beginning April 2nd 2026. This is another major change that will occur in the worldwide gaming market.
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has implemented government orders to provide Hajj training, vaccinations and medicine packing facilities, through a streamlined “one-window” operation, a private media outlet reported.
Netflix subscribers are in for a shock as the streaming giant this week rolls out price hikes for all of its subscriptions.
LPG prices have increased dramatically, hitting record-breaking highs in major cities. In Gujranwala, LPG is being sold between Rs420 and 460 per kilogram which is causing severe hardships for people needing it for domestic use and the rickshaw drivers who rely on it for their daily livelihoods.
Lahore Qalandars’ explosive opener Fakhar Zaman has reached a significant milestone in the Pakistan Super League (PSL 11), where he became the second player in the history of PSL to score more than 3,000 runs.
In a long overdue update, WhatsApp has solved one of the biggest ongoing user grievances: which is how to transfer WhatsApp chats from iPhone to Android.
Haris Rauf (Lahore Qalandars) shared his thoughts about the unusual change in the colour of the ball from white to pink during the first game of the 11th edition of Pakistan Super League at the Gaddafi Stadium.
Australia has for the first time used its recently-introduced “arrival control determination” powers to temporarily prohibit nearly 6,800 Iranian nationals, who hold valid Visitor (subclass 600) visas from entering the country.
The Federal Ministry of Religious Affairs has made it mandatory for Hajj pilgrims to complete the form for medical examination on the mobile application.
A decision has been made to recruit one thousand new personnel in CCD Punjab, and in this regard, funds of 491 million rupees have also been approved.
Traffic police in Lahore have completed arrangements for the first match of Pakistan Super League (PSL 11) bringing reassurance to the concerned citizens about road closures.
Former Pakistan batter Asif Ali has given a clue about his possible return to the field of international cricket, although it is evident that, for now, he has only eyes on the upcoming 2026 Pakistan Super League (PSL 11), which will begin today.
The 11th season of the Pakistan Super League will start today. Here is the list of all the updated squads of the eight playing teams:
A jury in New Mexico ordered Meta to pay $375 million in damages after finding the company guilty of violating state law by misleading users about the safety of the social platform and failing to properly protect children from sexual predators.
The Pakistan Cricket Board has officially launched the ticket refund policy for the 2026 Pakistan Super League (PSL 11) which brings some much needed clarity as the fans had already bought the tickets.
The trailer for HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter series was released today and the beloved wizarding world is alive once again with a fresh cast and a fresh vision.
PSL 11 will be starting from tomorrow, marking the beginning of a new season of excitement, anticipation, and cricketing action across Pakistan.
In the last 24 hours, Field Marshal Asim Munir has become the most searched personality on Google worldwide.
After the Eid holidays, the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced new office hours for its offices throughout the country.
Security arrangements for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 11 appear to be one of the major reasons for Pakistan’s latest security expenditure demands with authorities demanding much-needed additional funding to ensure the smooth conduct of the tournament.
England opening batter Ben Duckett has withdrawn from the upcoming 2026 season of the Indian Premier League, opting to choose his international commitments with England instead of franchise cricket.
The Pakistan Armed Forces have permanently secured and closed off a 21-square-kilometre area of land taken from the Afghan Taliban by erecting a border fence.
Thailand has reportedly been considering shortening its visa-free stay for international visitors from 60 days to 30 days and this has raised concerns amongst long stay travellers including digital nomads and frequent travellers.
Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) on March 24, 2026 has announced the postponement of SSC 1st Annual Examinations 2026 at its overseas centers at Iran, Kuwait, UAE and Bahrain due to changing security situation and regional uncertainty.
Peshawar Zalmi head coach Ottis Gibson has poured all his support and backing behind star batter Babar Azam ahead of the 2026 Pakistan Super League Season 11.
Sweden provides a large number of scholarships for international students, including students from Pakistan, at the undergraduate and master’s level.
In Kurram, terrorists attacked a police checkpost. Heavy weapons are being used by both sides. Additional police reinforcements have been called in.
PPP’s leader Senator Sherry Rehman’s daughter passed away due to a brain haemorrhage at the age of 35 today.
Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi announced on Sunday that the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) matches will be played behind closed doors, citing the government’s austerity measures amid the ongoing regional situation.
China remains one of the most popular destinations for Pakistani students wanting to study in a foreign university, be it undergraduate, master’s, or PhD.
According to the latest forecast issued by the Meteorological Department, the weather conditions across the country are expected to stay mostly dry with partly cloudy skies in a number of regions, while some regions may receive rainfall during the day in isolated areas.
Chery, working with Master Auto Engineering, is gearing up to deliver the Tiggo 8 PHEV to pre-registered customers in April 2026.
Donald Trump has issued a stark warning threatening that Iran’s power plants will be obliterated if it does not open the Strait of Hormuz before the 48-hour deadline.
A lawsuit on Friday was filed by the administration of Donald Trump which intensified the confrontation of administration with Harvard University.
The famously disciplined and no-nonsense former head of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Robert Mueller, has died at the age of 81.
The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) has released the promo of a new national song “Meri Mitti Meri Jaan” in connection with Pakistan Day.
A former Indian Army officer has acknowledged that Pakistani forces shot down several high-value indian aircraft during the war, noting that Pakistan effectively came out on top.
Eid-ul-Fitr is being celebrated today with religious devotion and enthusiasm in Saudi Arabia as well as in the other Gulf countries and in many parts of the world.
With Eid ul Fitr 2026 approaching, the entertainment industry in Pakistan is ready to treat its viewers with a mixture of cinema releases and television specials.
Pakistani actor Nadia Jamil has appealed to the Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz to take concrete action to reduce cruelty towards animals while arguing that the problem is linked closely with the welfare of the whole society and especially children.
YouTube is about to have an expanded Shorts ecosystem, by introducing a new feature. The feature is an AI-powered Remix called “Reimagine” that will help creators have more control over how their video content is transformed.
Despite being the most commercial and popular cricket league worldwide, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has fallen in the latest global T20 rankings, with the new league called The Hundred finding a way to the top of the rankings.
The Federal government has declared two public holidays for Eid-ul-Fitr on March 20 and 21, whereas the provincial government of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have declared three holidays from March 19 to 21. In view of these announcements an official schedule for Eid holidays has been issued by the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA).
Bangladesh cricket authorities have issued No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to a number of players to play in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11.
A meeting of Pakistan’s Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee is being held today to sight the Shawwal moon, however new predictions have been released by the SUPARCO on the visibility of the crescent.
Islamabad United has officially unveiled their official kit for the new season of Pakistan Super League (PSL 11, 2026) with their red identity intact but with a more edgy and modern design.
The Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, met Ahle Tashi ulema in Rawalpindi today. Discussions on the role of religious scholars in national security and social harmony took place.
The Pakistan Super League (PSL 11) has officially unveiled the voice behind their much-awaited season 11 anthem confirming the lead artist of the tournament’s official song to be Atif Aslam.
A woman radicalised and trained by Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan has been arrested. Identified as Laiba, she reportedly disclosed details of her preparation for a suicide mission and the specific roles she had been assigned.
Pakistani actress Zubab Rana made it clear that the assumptions around the viral video on social media with Babar Azam, the former captain of the national cricket team, are not based on reality.
Quetta Gladiators, former champions have announced their captain and coaching staff for Pakistan Super League (PSL 11) 2026, which is scheduled to run from March 26 to May 3.
Muhamad Mahmood Alam popularly known as M.M Alam is a 1965 Pakistani war hero. His 13th death anniversary is being observed today on March 18, 2026.
Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz has ordered a crackdown against transporters who charge excessive fares on Eid.
In the view of the security situation in the Gulf countries the Pakistan International Airlines has suspended its flights to Fujairah for the next 48 hours.
Shan Masood and Abdullah Shafique have been proposed as potential replacements for Babar Azam in Pakistan’s ODI batting lineup by former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez.
Reports have emerged about a targeted operation conducted by Pakistan at a secret site in Afghanistan’s Kunar region. The strike reportedly killed Shankar Sinha, a senior officer of India’s intelligence agency RAW, while injuring Noor Wali Mehsud, the head of the banned Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).
Afghan claims of a Pakistani strike on Kabul’s Omid Hospital are fake and contradicted by evidence. Propaganda was done by using an old photo and misidentification of the actual target, which was Sarshar Camp Omid (a former US military installation known as Camp Phoenix), not the hospital.
Capital Development Authority (CDA) employees marched in Islamabad today outside the office of the Chairman demanding the Eid allowance that has been provided to them as a longstanding part of a formal agreement.
On March 16, the International Cricket Council (ICC) announced the nominees who can receive the Player of the Month award for February 2026.
Pakistan’s opening batter Sahibzada Farhan and women’s cricket captain Fatima Sana are amongst the list of those who have been recognised for their great performance.
A voice note shared on social media, reportedly of Rajab Butt’s mother, has brought renewed focus on the ongoing separation between Rajab Butt and Emaan Fatima.
A heart-warming video of Pakistani actress Hania Aamir socialising with one of her fans has gone viral on social media, giving people a glimpse into her down-to-earth personality and friendly nature.
Syed Murad Ali Shah has in principle approved a Rs100 billion master plan for Civil Hospital Karachi alongside an initial Rs50 billion grant.
A social media post by Muhammad Junaid Safdar has emerged in the middle of continuous speculation regarding his travelling in an aeroplane.
Marriyum Aurangzeb on Sunday warned to take legal action against those individuals and platforms for spreading false and malicious claims about the use of the official aircraft of the provincial government.
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has asked private Hajj operators to finalise visa processing for Hajj 2026 by March 15, ahead of the final deadline March 20 decided by the Saudi authorities.