Sindh CM hails Cholistan canal scrapping as triumph of justice
KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah returned to Karachi yesterday to a jubilant welcome, declaring the cancellation of the controversial Cholistan Canal project a "landmark victory" for the constitution, the will of the people, and the unity...
Bilawal Bhutto warns Modi, 'don't dare to undermine Pakistan'
SUKKUR: Pakistan Peoples' Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari delivered a strong and defiant message to India, warning that any attempts to undermine Pakistan's rights over the Indus River would meet fierce resistance. Addressing a large rall...
PIA privatisation to be broadcast live on digital platforms
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif yesterday directed that the ongoing privatisation process of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) be broadcast live on television and digital platforms, ensuring transparency throughout the proceedings. Chair...
Pakistan's polio tally rises to eight in 2025
PESHAWAR: The National Institute of Health (NIH) has confirmed a new case of polio in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa the third from the province this year and the eighth reported across Pakistan as this year's second inoculation drive is in full swing. Th...
At least six terrorists 'sent to hell', four injured in KP's Bannu: ISPR
BANNU: At least six terrorists were killed while four others were injured during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) carried out by security forces in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Bannu District, the military's media wing said yesterday. According to a sta...
US envoy Baker, CM Murad discuss trade, investment opportunities
KARACHI: US Charge d Affaires Natalie Baker, during her visit to Karachi, reaffirmed Washington's commitment to expanding trade and investment ties with Pakistan, highlighting the importance of private sector leadership and economic cooperation for s...
WhatsApp launches Advanced Chat Privacy feature
KARACHI: A new privacy feature, ‘Advanced Chat Privacy’, has officially been launched by WhatsApp, which is designed to improve security for both individual and group conversations. The recent update stops users from exporting chat histor...
KMC proposes further hike in municipal charges
KARACHI: The Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) has proposed an increase in municipal charges, with the revised rates to be presented in the upcoming city council session, officials said yesterday. According to KMC officials, the proposed hike is...
PM Shehbaz orders IT education for grade-6 onwards
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif yesterday instructed authorities to quickly develop a plan to introduce Information Technology (IT) as a compulsory subject starting from Grade 6 in schools nationwide. During a high-level meeting focused...
Dar calls for 'technology, accountability, multilateral unity'
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Wednesday issued a strong call for revitalised global cooperation and modernisation of United Nations peacekeeping efforts through technology, accountability and multilateral unity. Addressing delegates from o...
