Pakistan’s celebrated mountaineer Shehroze Kashif, who has scaled all 14 of the world’s peaks above 8,000 meters, has expressed deep frustration over the government’s failure to fulfil its promises of financial rewards and support. In an emotional statement reported by local media, the 22-year-old climber said he had received multiple assurances from government officials about a cash prize, but none …

Sindh police have rescued 25 members of a single family, including a two-month-old baby, who had been held captive and forced into labour for nearly two years in Benazirabad district. According to the police report submitted to the Sindh High Court (SHC), the victims were freed during a raid conducted at a piece of land owned by Ali Asghar Jamali …

Minister of State for Law and Justice Barrister Aqeel Malik represented Pakistan at the 151st Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly, where he actively participated in high-level discussions and meetings focused on global peace, security, and justice. During the Assembly, Barrister Aqeel Malik attended the 19th meeting of the High-level Advisory Group (HLAG) on Countering Terrorism and Violent Extremism, where deliberations emphasized …

Pakistan’s emerging squash sensation Noor Zaman has achieved a new milestone in his professional career, climbing to a career-best 37th position in the latest Professional Squash Association (PSA) world rankings. The 20-year-old athlete’s rapid rise comes on the back of a packed competitive schedule and a series of strong performances on the international circuit. Over the past month, Noor Zaman …

BEIJING: Weaponizing visas will not scare off the sober-minded, nor will it hold back the flourishing ties between China and Central American countries, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Tuesday. Guo made the remarks at a regular news briefing when asked to comment on U.S. announcement of visa restrictions on citizens of Central American nations as well as …

China’s newly proposed Global Governance Initiative (GGI), together with the three other global initiatives, underlies China’s effort in reinforcing the concept of a community with a shared future for humanity and striving to build sound international relations based on equality, win-win cooperation and common development, while taking into account the interests, sovereignty and fundamental choices of all peoples. The four …

Pakistani actress Komal Aziz Khan has finally opened up about the real reason she decided to quit acting, revealing that her decision was driven by family pressure and the pursuit of mental peace. Komal, who rose to fame with the drama Bharosa Pyar Tera, has now completely stepped away from the entertainment industry to focus on her fashion brand, Omal …

Renowned Bollywood actor Prakash Raj has once again taken a strong stand against India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), urging parents to protect their children from what he described as the “politics of hate and extremism.” Taking to social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the actor shared an AI-generated image featuring a boy and …

All seeded players in the Boys’ Singles category have advanced to the quarterfinals of the ITF Pakistan International J-30 Junior Tennis Championships 2025, currently underway at the PTF-SDA Tennis Complex, Islamabad, the Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) announced on Tuesday. Top seed Mikaeel Ali Baig of Pakistan cruised into the quarterfinals with a dominant 6-1, 6-2 victory over Jun Woo Ye …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to include foreign coaches in the support staff of the national women’s cricket team, sources confirmed on Tuesday. According to insiders, the new lineup will include foreign strength and conditioning coaches, trainers, and physiotherapists, while changes will also be made to the existing coaching staff. However, the head coach will continue to be …

All-rounder Abbas Afridi has been named captain of Pakistan’s team for the upcoming Hong Kong Cricket Sixes Tournament, scheduled to be played from November 7 to 9. According to details, the Pakistan squad will depart for Hong Kong on November 5 to participate in the event, which will feature 12 international teams competing in the fast-paced six-a-side format. Pakistan will …

The Federal Ombudsman’s inspection team conducted a surprise visit to Islamabad International Airport on to review public complaints and assess the performance of various departments working at the facility. The visit came on the direction of Federal Ombudsman Ejaz Ahmed Qureshi, who took notice of increasing complaints regarding airport management and passenger handling. The inspection team was led by Adviser …

Asian Cricket Council (ACC) President Mohsin Naqvi has formally responded to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) regarding the pending handover of the Asia Cup 2025 trophy, ACC sources confirmed. According to ACC insiders, the BCCI had earlier written a letter to Mohsin Naqvi requesting to receive the Asia Cup trophy, which India won but never officially …

Customs Enforcement Peshawar has foiled multiple attempts to smuggle foreign-origin cigarettes in a major crackdown on illicit trade. The operation was carried out on the special directions of the Chief Collector of Customs (Enforcement), as part of intensified efforts to curb smuggling activities in the region. During the first three months of FY 2025–26, Customs teams seized 18,275,100 sticks of …

Pakistan has emerged as a major target for digital scammers, with citizens losing over $9.3 billion annually to various financial and online fraud schemes, according to a new international report. The Global State of Scams Report 2025, released jointly by the Global Anti-Scam Alliance and Feedzai, reveals that these losses account for nearly 2.5 percent of Pakistan’s GDP, surpassing one-third …

Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Jameel Ahmad has said that women entrepreneurs play a vital role in promoting inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries. He was speaking at a session titled “Capital for Growth: Women Entrepreneurs as Job Creators” held at the World Bank Headquarters in Washington, D.C., during the 2025 Annual Meetings of the …

An Islamabad court on Tuesday issued non-bailable arrest warrants for former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur after he failed to appear in a liquor and arms recovery case. The case was heard by Judicial Magistrate Mubashir Hassan at the District and Sessions Court, Islamabad. Despite the case being called for hearing, Gandapur did not appear before the court. …

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, has unveiled an ambitious plan to revive the dormant Pakistan Steel Mills (PSM) through advanced technology and a new maritime-industrial partnership with the Ministry of Industries and Production. During a high-level meeting with Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, who called on the maritime …

The salaried class in Pakistan has contributed Rs130 billion in taxes during the first quarter (July-September) of the current fiscal year 2025-26, twice as much as the combined payments made by traders, wholesalers, and exporters, according to official data from the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). The report reveals that while the salaried class deposited Rs130 billion into the national …

Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan held a meeting with the European Union (EU) Ambassador to Pakistan, H.E. Raimundas Karoblis, to discuss ongoing cooperation under the GSP Plus framework and explore avenues to further strengthen bilateral trade and investment relations between Pakistan and the European Union. Welcoming the Ambassador to Pakistan, the Minister appreciated the EU’s continued support and …

Ministry of Health has reported another polio case, raising the nationwide total to 30 cases so far in 2025, according to sources in the Ministry of Health. Officials said the latest case was detected in a 12-month-old child from the Kundar Tehsil of Torghar District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). The child reportedly developed symptoms of the disease on September 19, …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended warm Diwali greetings to the Hindu community in Pakistan and around the world, emphasizing the importance of unity, harmony, and respect for diversity as pillars of national strength. In his message, the Prime Minister said that Diwali, the festival of lights, symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and hope over despair. He urged citizens …

The COMSATS University Abbottabad Campus held its 40th convocation, celebrating the achievements of over 1,300 graduates in various disciplines. According to the university spokesperson Sardar Naseer, a total of 1,283 students received BS and MS degrees, while 32 scholars were awarded PhD degrees during the ceremony. He added that 92 students were presented with medals for outstanding academic performance, and …

Federal Government Spokesperson for Sindh Raja Khaleeq Ansari has announced that work on the Karachi Green Line Project is set to resume soon, bringing good news for citizens awaiting improved urban transport. Talking to the media, Ansari said that a meeting at the Prime Minister’s House reviewed all aspects of the project, and the incomplete works identified by the local …

Renowned Pakistani singer and actor Ali Zafar has been honored with the ‘Cultural Icon Award’ by the Pakistani American Law Enforcement Society in recognition of his outstanding contributions to music and cultural promotion. The award ceremony celebrated Ali Zafar’s artistic achievements and his role in projecting Pakistan’s cultural values and positive image across the globe through his music and humanitarian …

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has released a revised schedule for by-elections in five constituencies of Faisalabad and Sahiwal divisions, with polling set for November 23, 2025. According to a spokesperson for the Provincial Election Commissioner Punjab, the by-elections will be conducted in NA-96, NA-104, NA-143, PP-98, and PP-203 constituencies. Under the new schedule, the last date to file …

The Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP) has launched a Specialized Digital Skills Training of Trainers Programme across Pakistan, aimed at equipping young trainers with cutting-edge digital expertise to meet global market demands. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony held at the National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) headquarters today, PMYP Chairman Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan said that in the first …

The Punjab government has made it mandatory for motorcyclists to wear face masks as air pollution worsens across the province, particularly in Lahore, which now ranks among the most polluted cities in the world. Senior Provincial Minister Maryam Aurangzeb announced the new safety directives, citing the inflow of polluted air from Indian cities including Delhi, Chandigarh, Gurdaspur, Ludhiana, and Patiala, …

The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced a major recruitment and infrastructure expansion plan across Sindh, which includes hiring 200 Junior Executives (Data Entry Operators) and purchasing multiple plots for new regional offices. According to official details, NADRA will conduct walk-in interviews from November 3, seeking candidates with intermediate qualifications and a maximum age limit of 25 years. …

The Punjab government has taken a major step to protect vulnerable, orphaned, and neglected children, approving a bill that introduces tougher penalties and stronger legal mechanisms to combat child abuse, neglect, and exploitation. The Standing Committee on Home Affairs of the Punjab Assembly has approved the Punjab Destitute and Neglected Children (Amendment) Bill 2025, aimed at strengthening the legal framework …

An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Rawalpindi in Monday has issued non-bailable arrest warrants for Aleema Khan, sister of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, after her repeated failure to appear in court hearings related to the November 26 protest cases. The court, presided over by Judge Amjad Ali Shah, issued the warrants for Aleema Khan for the third time, ordering police …

The Sindh government has urged the federal government to set the minimum wheat support price at Rs 4,200 per maund, opposing the rate of Rs 3,500 recently approved by the federal cabinet under the new wheat policy. Sindh Agriculture Minister Sardar Muhammad Bux Mahar said that due to IMF conditions, provincial governments are not allowed to independently announce or implement …

Pakistan’s rising squash star Ashab Irfan clinched his first-ever PSA World Tour title after defeating England’s Sam Todd in the final of the Vancouver Open Squash Championship 2025. In a dominant performance, Ashab Irfan overpowered his English opponent 3–0 in straight sets, winning by 11–9, 11–1, and 11–5 in a match that lasted 43 minutes. The victory marks a major …

Pakistan has won the bid to host the Worldchefs Asia Presidents Forum 2026, marking the first time the country will host an international culinary leadership event. The announcement was made during the Worldchefs Forum 2025 held in Suzhou, China, where Pakistan secured the hosting rights after a competitive voting process against Malaysia. Pakistan received 13 out of 21 votes, earning …

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has given police three days to recover Muhammad Usman, a Deputy Director of the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), who was allegedly abducted from the basement parking of his apartment on October 14. During the hearing, Justice Muhammad Azam Khan warned that if the police failed to recover the missing officer within the given …

Morocco has made history by winning its first-ever FIFA U-20 World Cup title, defeating football powerhouse Argentina 2-0 in the final held at the Julio Martínez Prádanos National Stadium in Santiago, Chile. Moroccan forward Mohammed Yassir Zubairi emerged as the hero of the night, scoring both goals in the 12th and 29th minutes, leading his team to a memorable victory. …

BEIJING, Oct. 19 (Lord) — The Embassy of Pakistan in Beijing, in collaboration with the China International Cultural Communication Center (CICCC), organized the maiden Pakistan-China Fashion Show at the Great Wall of China on Sunday. Renowned Pakistani designers Maheen Khan, Moazzam Abbasi, Ayesha Tariq, Rizwaullah, and Zain Hashmi presented their collections specially designed to fuse Pakistani and Chinese fashion traditions. …

Lahore has once again ranked among the world’s most polluted cities, standing second only to New Delhi, as air quality in the city deteriorated sharply over the weekend. According to the global air monitoring agency IQAir, Lahore recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 209 on Sunday, a level considered “very unhealthy” while India’s capital New Delhi topped the list …

The Punjab government is considering adding 19 new sectors to the provincial tax net as part of its plan to increase revenue generation, while also approving the recruitment of 130 enforcement officers in the Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA). The decision came during a special meeting on revenue collection, chaired by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif in Lahore on Sunday. The …

Renowned Pakistani actress and model Sarwat Gilani has said that showing women smoking in films or web series should not be mistaken as a symbol of freedom or empowerment, as such scenes merely reflect the character’s depth and story requirements. In a recent interview, Gilani opened up about her new project and shared her personal journey of overcoming postpartum depression …