National
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with a delegation of tribal elders from the merged districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Thursday at the Prime Minister House, reaffirming the government’s commitment to development and stability in the region. The delegation, led by JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman, participated in a
Sports
Professional wrestling legend Hulk Hogan has died at the age of 71 after suffering a cardiac arrest at his Florida home, according to TMZ Sports. Emergency services were called to the Clearwater residence shortly before 10am on Thursday. Clearwater Fire & Rescue responded quickly, with several police vehicles and ambulances
National
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is expected to launch the country’s first large-scale Electric Bike Scheme on August 14, marking a major step toward promoting clean transportation and reducing Pakistan’s reliance on fuel imports. According to official sources, the federal government has set aside Rs9 billion in the
Sports
The Asia Cup 2025 is expected to take place from 8 to 28 September, with an early window from 5 to 10 September reserved for the initial round of matches. Though the full schedule is yet to be confirmed, reports suggest the much-awaited India-Pakistan clash may happen on
National
A rare sighting of the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard has been documented in Pakistan’s Cholistan desert, offering fresh hope for the survival of the species within the region. The observation was confirmed by prominent Pakistani wildlife photographer Syed Rizwan Mehmood, who shared a series of high-quality images
education
A student from Nankana Sahib has earned widespread praise after securing third position in the Lahore Board’s matriculation examination, despite coming from a humble background. Faizan Raza, the son of a vegetable vendor, scored an impressive 1,186 marks out of 1,200 in the Science Group, placing him
weather
The body of a three-year-old child swept away during a flash flood near Babusar Top was recovered on Wednesday evening, three days after a sudden deluge devastated parts of Gilgit-Baltistan. The child, Abdul Hadi, was the son of Dr Mashal Fatima, who also lost her life in
Sports
In a strategic move ahead of the 2025 Asia Cup, PCB has reshaped its planned T20I series against Afghanistan into a tri-nation tournament by bringing in UAE as a third participant. The series, expected to be hosted by the UAE, comes as part of Pakistan’s preparations for back-
Sports
Pakistan’s return to top-tier international hockey now depends on the federal government, as the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has formally decided to seek financial backing from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for the country’s participation in the upcoming FIH Pro League 2025–26. The move was confirmed during
Business
Currency exchange rates in Pakistan showed minor fluctuations on July 24, as global economic sentiment remained cautiously optimistic. The US Dollar (USD) held firm, trading at Rs287 for buying and Rs288.3 for selling. This slight uptick reflected continued investor preference for the greenback amid shifting global market trends. The
Health
A widely used weight-loss drug known as GLP-1 receptor agonist may offer greater protection against dementia in people with type 2 diabetes than the commonly prescribed medication metformin, a new international study has found. Metformin continues to be the first treatment option for type 2 diabetes. However, GLP-
Business
inDrive, the global mobility platform known for its peer-to-peer pricing model, has reported a four-fold year-on-year growth in its City-to-City service across Pakistan. The intercity service is now popular among drivers and passengers, especially on routes like Lahore to Islamabad, Lahore to Gujranwala,