Government
Punjab Imposes Garbage Tax on Homes and Shops
The Punjab government has imposed a province-wide garbage tax under the Suthra Punjab (Clean Punjab) initiative, with the Cabinet Division approving its rollout. The levy will apply
Sabahat Abid
National
Rainstorm Kills 11 in K-P, Death Toll Crosses 400
At least 11 people, including three children, died, and 47 others were injured after torrential rains and a powerful windstorm swept through the Dera Ismail Khan and Lower
National
PML-N and PPP Unite to Contest Upcoming By-Elections
The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) have announced they will jointly contest the upcoming by-elections, agreeing not to field candidates against
Business
Gold Hits New High in Pakistan Amid Global Rally
Gold prices in Pakistan soared on Saturday, mirroring a rally in the global bullion market as investors continued to flock to safe-haven assets amid economic uncertainty. Read
Business
Reko Diq Secures $6B Funding Pledges from Global Lenders
The Reko Diq Mining Company is set to secure financial close after attracting nearly $6 billion in funding pledges, almost double the requirement for its first phase. The
Technology
Pakistan Bans 46 Apps Over Gambling and Illegal Trading
Pakistan’s National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has declared 46 mobile applications illegal, targeting platforms linked to online gambling, unregulated forex trading, and data privacy violations. Read
Sports
PCB Chief Naqvi Says Pakistan Won’t Beg India for Cricket Talks
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has declared that Pakistan will maintain sporting ties with India only on equal terms, insisting that the days
World
Ukrainian Strike Disrupts Russian Oil Flow to Europe
Russian oil supplies to Hungary and Slovakia face at least a five-day suspension after a Ukrainian strike on a pumping station in Russia, officials from both countries
World
Emily In Paris Assistant Director Diego Borella Dies at 47
Tragedy struck the set of Netflix’s popular series Emily in Paris when assistant director Diego Borella died during the filming of its fifth season in Italy. He
entertainment
Amanda Bynes Shows Off New Look After Lip Filler
Actress Amanda Bynes has debuted a new look after undergoing a lip filler procedure promoted by Kylie Jenner, sharing the results with fans on Instagram. The 39-year-
National
Asim Munir Calls for Civil-Military Harmony in Balochistan Visit
Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has stressed the importance of civil-military harmony, good governance, and inclusive development while reaffirming the Army’s support
National
NADRA Launches Online Service to Track Applications
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has launched a new online service allowing citizens to check the status of their applications through its Pak ID mobile app.
Business
Pakistan’s First Economic Census Reveals More Mosques Than Factories
Pakistan’s first-ever economic census has revealed striking contrasts in the country’s economic landscape, showing over 600,000 mosques but only 23,000 factories nationwide. Launched
National
11th NFC Formed as Centre, Provinces Head for Fiscal Clash
President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday constituted the 11th National Finance Commission (NFC), setting the stage for tough negotiations between the Centre and provinces over a new resource
entertainment
Dakota Johnson Balances Acting and Producing in Splitsville
Dakota Johnson is stepping into theaters this week with Splitsville, a romantic comedy that not only showcases her acting skills but also highlights her growing presence as a
Sports
ICC Updates Women’s World Cup 2025 Schedule
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a revised schedule for the Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, with Navi Mumbai replacing Bengaluru as one of the host