Fans of Pakistani television are in for a treat as two of the industry’s most loved stars, Wahaj Ali and Sehar Khan, are all set to appear together in a new drama serial titled ‘Jinki Shadi Unki Shadi’. Wahaj Ali, known for his powerful performances in hit dramas like Tere Bin, Jo Bichar Gaye, and Ehd-e-Wafa, is teaming up with …

US President Donald Trump on Saturday announced he would contact Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, along with NATO allies, in a renewed effort to end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, which he described as a “bloodbath”. Posting on his social media platform, Truth Social, Mr Trump said he would initiate the calls on Monday in the …

A Mexican Navy training vessel, Cuauhtémoc, collided with New York City’s historic Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday evening, leaving at least 22 crew members injured, including three in critical condition, in what authorities are calling a “serious navigational incident.” Dramatic footage shared on social media captured the towering masts of the sailing ship striking the underside of the bridge as it attempted …

Top Iranian political and military figures have issued strong rebukes to US president Donald Trump following a series of scathing remarks he made against Tehran’s leadership during his recent tour of the Middle East. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in an address at a teachers’ ceremony in Tehran on Saturday, dismissed Trump’s statements as “not worth responding to,” but said …

A severe heat wave continues to blanket much of the country, with temperatures soaring to uncomfortable and potentially hazardous levels. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted that Lahore will experience a scorching maximum temperature of 42 degrees Celsius today, while other major cities such as Islamabad and Peshawar are also expected to reach highs of 41 degrees Celsius. Quetta …

Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry has accused India of hiding behind a false narrative to distort facts and divert attention from its alleged acts of aggression and sponsorship of terrorism in Pakistan. In an exclusive interview with RT Arabia, Lt Gen Chaudhry revealed that it was the Indian Ministry of Defence that requested …

The government has prepared a comprehensive plan to increase prices of electricity, gas, and petroleum products in the upcoming fiscal year, fulfilling key assurances made to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) before the new budget. According to an official document, the public should bracefor a significant additional financial burden as the government moves forward with tariff adjustments across the energy …

United States President Donald Trump has admitted that Pakistan cannot be ignored, stressing the importance of maintaining engagement with the South Asian nation. During his interview with American news outlet, Trump stated that Pakistan and India were dangerously close to a nuclear conflict. “The situation had escalated to the point where nuclear war could have broken out,” he said. Trump …

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Gen Syed Asim Munir has praised the role of Pakistani media, stating that it has responded courageously and wisely to Indian propaganda. In an informal conversation with journalists, Gen Munir said, “We have concealed nothing; everything has been presented to the nation in a clear and transparent manner. The Pakistani media has demonstrated a strong …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Friday that United States President Donald Trump had played a substantial role in maintaining peace following heightened tensions between Pakistan and India. Speaking at an event at the Pakistan Monument in observance of Youm-e-Tashakur, the prime minister said: “The entire nation is standing firmly behind the Pakistan Armed Forces with full strength. On May …

KARACHI (Internews): Yang Yundong, Consul General of the People’s Republic of China said that Pakistan and China has enduring friendship so no one can undo our relation. He said this while talking to a delegation of Pakistan Tanners Association, South Zone, headed by its Chairman Dr Danish Aman, at the Consulate premises. On the occasion, Hamid Zahur, Chairman PTA, Central, …

During a recent event in Qatar, U.S. President Donald Trump revealed that he had urged Apple CEO Tim Cook to cease expanding manufacturing operations in India, suggesting that Apple should prioritize increasing production within the United States. Trump expressed concerns over India’s high tariff barriers, stating, “India can take care of themselves, they are doing very well.” In response to …

Indians are cancelling holidays in popular resorts in Türkiye and Azerbaijan after the countries supported Pakistan during its recent conflict with New Delhi, two booking firms said. Ties between India and Pakistan nosedived after a deadly attack in India-held Kashmir last month that New Delhi said was backed by Islamabad. Pakistan denied involvement, but intense fighting broke out when India struck …

As part of the ongoing discussions for the 2025-26 federal budget, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged Pakistan to increase the Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on property transactions. Sources say the proposed hike could raise the CGT rate from the current 15% to as high as 40%, bringing it in line with the corporate income tax rate. The virtual …

Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) has confirmed that two more brave soldiers, who were wounded during Operation Bina al-Marsous, have embraced martyrdom. This raises the total number of martyred personnel in the operation to 13. According to ISPR, 78 military personnel have also sustained injuries while defending the nation against Indian aggression. Among the martyrs is Havaldar Muhammad Naveed of the …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif issued on Wednesday a firm warning to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating that if India dared launch another attack, “whatever is left will also be destroyed.” During a visit to the Pasrur military cantonment near Sialkot, PM Shehbaz was briefed on the operational preparedness of the armed forces. He was joined by Foreign Minister Ishaq …

BEIJING: China and Colombia should take the latter’s formal accession to the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) as an opportunity to upgrade bilateral cooperation, Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Wednesday. Xi made the remarks when meeting with his Colombian counterpart Gustavo Petro, who is in Beijing for the fourth ministerial meeting of the China-CELAC (the Community of Latin American …

BEIJING (Internews): Chinese Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Sun Weidong met with Pakistani Ambassador to China Khalil Hashmi at the latter’s request on Tuesday and the two sides had an exchange of views on China-Pakistan relations as well as international and regional situations. According to a press release on Wednesday, Sun said that China welcomes and supports a full and …

Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has officially announced appointment of Mike Hesson as the head coach of Pakistan’s white-ball cricket team. “I am pleased to announce Mike Hesson as the new head coach of the Pakistan team,” said Naqvi. Hesson will assume his responsibilities from May 26, joining the national setup specifically for white-ball formats. Naqvi said Aaqib Javed …

The much-anticipated Pakistan-Bangladesh white-ball series is likely to see a slight shift in schedule, with the start date expected to move from May 25 to either May 27 or 28, according to sources. The change is reportedly being considered to accommodate logistical adjustments linked to the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL), sources said on Monday. Insiders revealed that matches scheduled …

Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has downplayed the economic fallout of the recent flare-up with India, terming it “minor” and manageable within the country’s current fiscal capacity. In an interview with the British news agency, the finance minister said Pakistan’s economy remains resilient despite the military tensions along the Line of Control (LoC), which escalated following the April 22 attack …

Pakistan Army on Tuesday released the official details of military and civilian casualties sustained during the recent confrontation with India, now commemorated as Marka-e-Haq — a term marking what the government has described as a decisive defensive operation. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), 11 soldiers embraced martyrdom while defending the country, and 78 personnel were injured in the …

Credit to Global Times Recently, there has been a large amount of online information claiming that China’s Y-20 strategic transport aircraft delivered relief supplies to Pakistan. In a statement on Sunday, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force refuted these information as false, noting that the internet is not a lawless land, and creating and spreading military-related rumors bears legal …

BEIJING: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed on Saturday his hope that India and Pakistan will remain calm and restrained, properly handle differences through dialogue and consultation, and avoid escalating the situation. During a phone conversation with India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and …

BEIJING (Internews): Chinese foreign minister and member of the political bureau of the CPC central committee Wang Yi held a telephone conversation with Pakistan’s deputy prime minister and foreign minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Saturday, at the request of the Pakistani side. During the call, Ishaq Dar provided an update on the ongoing conflict between Pakistan and India, expressing Islamabad’s …

President Asif Ali Zardari on Saturday credited the Pakistani armed forces for securing what he termed as a “historic victory” against India, asserting that their bravery had dealt a severe blow to the so-called military might of the neighbouring country. In a statement issued by the Presidency, Mr Zardari congratulated both the nation and the armed forces, calling the development …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced the observance of a national day of thanksgiving across Pakistan today (Sunday), in recognition of the country’s successful response to Indian aggression and the decisive outcome of Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos. The prime minister said the day will be dedicated to offering thanks to Allah Almighty, paying tribute to the unparalleled bravery of the Pakistani armed …

The interim government of Bangladesh has officially banned the Awami League, the party of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, citing its alleged role in the violent suppression of mass protests in July 2024 that reportedly left over 1,400 people dead. The move, announced late Wednesday, comes as part of a broader crackdown by the administration of Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, …

In a significant development following the recent US-mediated ceasefire between India and Pakistan, US President Donald Trump expressed his pride in the leadership of both countries, acknowledging their efforts to step back from the brink of further escalation. The announcement of the ceasefire, which took place after intense diplomatic interventions, has been hailed as a moment of de-escalation in a …

GUIYANG: The Chinese mainland recorded a total volume of 428,100 tonnes for tea import and export in 2024, up 5.3 percent year on year, according to the Tea Industry Committee of China Association for the Promotion of International Agricultural Cooperation. Wei You, secretary general of the committee, shared these figures while releasing an annual report on the mainland’s tea trade …

MOSCOW: In face of the countercurrent of unilateralism and the act of power politics and bullying in the world, China will work with Russia to shoulder the special responsibility as major countries of the world and permanent members of the UN Security Council, Chinese President Xi Jinping said here Thursday. Xi made the remarks while holding talks with Russian President …

The federal government is set to unveil the national budget for the fiscal year 2025-26 on June 2, with a key focus on overhauling the automobile import policy. Sources told SAMAA that a major relief may be on the cards for consumers as imported vehicles — especially new models — are expected to become significantly cheaper under the upcoming budget. …

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has been suspended indefinitely due to escalating security concerns following the military tensions between India and Pakistan. The suspension came after the sudden abandonment of the Punjab Kings versus Delhi Capitals match in Dharamsala on Wednesday, which was halted due to alarming security risks. The match, which was initially delayed due to rain, was …

Pakistani security forces on Friday shot down six more Indian drones in various districts of Punjab, bringing the total number of downed enemy drones to 77, according to security and military sources. Officials said the drones — all reportedly of Israeli make — were intercepted and neutralised in coordinated responses in Okara, Pakpattan, and Vehari districts. Of the six destroyed …

ISLAMABAD (Internews): More than 20 newly inducted Assistant Executive Engineers (AXENs) from the Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) visited the Suki Kinari Hydropower Station on Thursday as part of a specialized training course organized by the Hydropower Training Institute, WAPDA Mangla. Accompanied by their instructors, the delegation was warmly welcomed by the SK HYDRO PRIVATE LIMITED team—the client of …

The Lahore police on Wednesday filed an application in the Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) seeking permission to conduct polygraphic (lie detector) and photographic tests on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan in connection with the May 9 violence cases. The prosecution submitted the request, asserting that the tests are necessary to aid ongoing investigations into the events that unfolded after the …

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board is scheduled to meet tomorrow in Washington, where it is expected to approve a significant financial package for Pakistan worth $2.3 billion. The move follows Pakistan’s successful compliance with most of the IMF’s conditions, marking a crucial step towards securing the next tranche of $1 billion, alongside climate financing of $1.3 billion. In …

A series of loud explosions was heard on Walton Road in Lahore on Thursday morning, police officials claimed. Multiple blasts were heard on Walton Road in the Gopal Nagar and Naseerabad areas of Lahore near Walton Airport. People ran out of their houses in panic and reported seeing clouds of smoke. Police sources said an Indian drone was shot down …

The Supreme Court on Wednesday accepted intra-court appeals challenging an earlier verdict that had declared the military trials of civilians unconstitutional, effectively setting aside the decision by a majority of five to two. A seven-member larger bench of the apex court, headed by Justice Aminuddin Khan, delivered the reserved verdict, overturning the October 2023 ruling by a five-member bench that …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Wednesday that India had realised Pakistan was not behind anyone in a conventional war. Addressing a session of the National Assembly following what he described as India’s cowardly attacks on Pakistan, PM Shehbaz said: “The enemy once again attempted to strike Pakistan under the cover of darkness, as it has done in the past, …