Snow, militancy and the cost of incompetence
High in the mountains of Tirah Valley in District Khyber of KP, where the air is thin and snow blankets the valleys like a...
Trump’s march toward imperialism?
Has the USA crossed an invisible threshold— moving from the imperfect discipline of democracy toward the raw logic of imperial power? This question now...
850 billion was saved in last financial year paying off debt early
The revelation, by Finance Minister’s Adviser Shehzad Khurram, that in 14 months the government has paid off Rs 3.65 trillion of debt early, would...
A perilous presidency
Talking about the unprovoked attack by the United States against Venezuela to topple its democratically-elected government, American comedian/actor John Mulaney recently compared the Donald...
Lessons in smoke
The Gul Plaza fire was more than just a tragic headline. It was a stark reminder of how quickly life can change when fire...
Ali Gul Pir parodies Saba Faisal’s viral ‘susral’ remarks
KARACHI: Saba Faisal is a seasoned television actor known for her strong screen presence and an active social media following. With popular dramas such...
Atiqa Odho questions narrative style of Aik Aur Pakeezah
LAHORE: Atiqa Odho, a veteran figure in Pakistan’s television and film industry, has shared her reservations about the storytelling approach of the drama series...
Jawad Ahmed calls out Atif Aslam and Rahat Fateh Ali Khan over money priorities
LAHORE: Jawad Ahmed, a well-known singer from the 1990s who is now active in politics, has once again sparked debate with sharp remarks about...
Italy offers fully funded scholarships for Pakistani students with €900 monthly support
Pakistani students planning to pursue higher education in Europe can apply for the 2026–27 scholarship programme launched by Italy’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and...
Clear skies expected to set the stage for Basant celebrations in Lahore
LAHORE: Chief Meteorologist Dr. Zaheer Babar has dismissed the possibility of rain during the upcoming Basant Festival in Lahore, forecasting favourable weather conditions for...
Schools to remain closed on February 4 for Shab-e-Barat
The Sindh government has announced a one-day holiday for all public and private educational institutions across the province on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, in...
Customs intercepts gold and high-end items worth Rs 58 million at Karachi airport
KARACHI: Pakistan Customs has seized gold jewellery and luxury goods valued at around Rs 58 million from a passenger arriving from the United States...
PCB launches open trials across Pakistan to discover emerging cricketers
The Pakistan Cricket Board has unveiled a nationwide programme of open trials in 15 cities as part of a major talent-hunting initiative designed to...
ICC names officials for T20 World Cup 2026 group matches
The International Cricket Council has announced the match officials for the group stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, which is set...
Actors Khaqan Shahnawaz and Sabeena Syed share first photos from their weeding
Actors Khaqan Shahnawaz and Sabeena Syed have officially confirmed their marriage by sharing their first photographs together as husband and wife on social media.
In...