Pakistan, India and the world mourns Irfan Khan’s demise
Saba Qamar, Sonam Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan and Ava DuVernay are among those paying tribute. PUBLISHED 5 MINUTES AGO
Rumours about his health have made the world realise it knows little about Kim Jong Un
Much of what the outside world knows is filtered through North Korea's propaganda to show Kim as an infallible leader. PUBLISHED 25 MINUTES AGO
Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid are reportedly expecting a child together
Can you even imagine that gene combo! PUBLISHED ABOUT 2 HOURS AGO
Torment in Ecuador: virus dead piled up in bathrooms
Front line medics in coronavirus epicentre lift the lid on the daily horrors they face. UPDATED ABOUT 3 HOURS AGO
Asia shares hit seven-week high, oil rallies as economies slowly reopen
The equity gains have come even as analysts predict a sharp contraction in world growth. PUBLISHED ABOUT 3 HOURS AGO
Afghan peace process risks collapse as violence flares
Analysts say bloodshed was "predictable" given wording of the deal signed between the US and Taliban in March. PUBLISHED ABOUT 3 HOURS AGO
Renowned Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan passes away at 53
Khan died in Mumbai after battling a medical complication arising from a colon infection. UPDATED ABOUT 2 HOURS AGO
Covid-19 and Pakistan's data narrative
Clear data-driven communication will go a long way in buying compliance and a more formidable national response. PUBLISHED ABOUT 4 HOURS AGO
7 delicious iftar ingredients that double as amazing beauty masks
Raid your kitchen to look your best for Eid (even if it might just be spent at home) PUBLISHED ABOUT 4 HOURS AGO
How is Pakistan's youth coping with the virus?
The young are exceptional in gauging sincerity. PUBLISHED ABOUT 5 HOURS AGO
Govt's choice to keep mosques open will test Pakistan's fragile healthcare system
Even the pleading of those on the front line of the battle against the virus has gone unheard. PUBLISHED ABOUT 5 HOURS AGO
Editorial: Federal govt's financial woes have little to do with the increased NFC award
The claim that provincial finances have grown exponentially under the NFC award is debatable. PUBLISHED ABOUT 5 HOURS AGO
US oil rebounds above $14 after massive sell-off
The Oil Fund sold its contracts due to expire in June to move into longer-dated holdings amid fears of storage space. PUBLISHED ABOUT 5 HOURS AGO
Oscars will allow streamed movies to compete next year
The temporary change comes due to the movie theatres shut down amidst the coronavirus outbreak. PUBLISHED ABOUT 5 HOURS AGO
Ghazals have an image problem, says Ali Sethi
The singer candidly talks about his love for the genre, the Pakistani music scene and his unabashed aesthetic style PUBLISHED ABOUT 5 HOURS AGO
Uninterrupted movement of goods urged by UNCTAD
International trade and transport systems are under tremendous stress as countries adopt measures to combat virus. PUBLISHED ABOUT 7 HOURS AGO
7.1 billion people forced to stay home, study reveals
The figure is 91 per cent of the world’s population — including tourists, business travelers and new immigrants. UPDATED ABOUT 6 HOURS AGO
US commission urges govt to place India on list of countries violating religious freedom
A report says that "the steepest, and most alarming, deterioration in religious freedom conditions was in India". UPDATED ABOUT 4 HOURS AGO
Extremists using Covid-19 to recruit online youths, says UN chief
UN chief says extremist groups are spreading hatred amongst youth spending more time online during Covid-19 lockdowns. UPDATED ABOUT 6 HOURS AGO
Pentagon releases ‘UFO’ videos taken by US Navy pilots
The grainy black and white footage had previously been leaked and Navy had acknowledged they were Navy videos. UPDATED ABOUT 6 HOURS AGO
Beloved pizza is back in Naples after virus shutdown eases
Pizzerias were banned in Naples out of fears that such a congested, high-density city could become a virus hotspot. UPDATED ABOUT 6 HOURS AGO
Difficult decisions needed to protect lives of people: CM
Mahmood Khan tells delegation govt does not want to keep businesses closed but lockdown needed to save lives. UPDATED ABOUT 4 HOURS AGO
Over 3,900 Afghans return home via Torkham
Officials say that over 20,000 Afghans have returned to their country through Torkham alone. UPDATED ABOUT 4 HOURS AGO
Jang chief editor remanded in judicial custody
Request to let the suspect stay at a hospital during remand turned down. UPDATED ABOUT 4 HOURS AGO
Police launch new mechanism to assess field officers’ performance in Punjab
Lahore police among those who get bad points. UPDATED ABOUT 5 HOURS AGO
Lockdown may have eased water crisis for now, but has left KWSB in a quandary
A KWSB employee says domestic supply has gotten better with commercial activity at a standstill and industries closed. UPDATED ABOUT 5 HOURS AGO
NHA official, IGP’s focal person summoned on transporters’ plea
Petition states that unless highway shops are opened, it will be difficult to continue inter-provincial goods' supply. UPDATED ABOUT 4 HOURS AGO
‘Kidnapped’ Chinese trader recovered in KP
Police did not give much detail but confirmed that the Chinese citizen was safe. UPDATED ABOUT 5 HOURS AGO
Ramiz suggests ‘jail time’ for fixing
“Jail time could be a useful deterrent, possibly the last resort!" UPDATED ABOUT 4 HOURS AGO
De Kock admits growing as South Africa captain
De Kock has taken over leading the side from Faf du Plessis in white-ball cricket. UPDATED ABOUT 4 HOURS AGO
Only Test cricket will help you become great, Wasim Akram tells bowlers
In online session, Wasim gives bowlers tips on improving in their performance. UPDATED ABOUT 4 HOURS AGO
Tokyo Olympics will be cancelled if pandemic not over, warns chief
The pandemic has already forced a year-long delay of the games, which are now scheduled to open on July 23, 2021. UPDATED ABOUT 4 HOURS AGO
Cement sector helps stocks add 239 points
Investor interest again centered on the cement stocks as word went round that prices were not being revised downwards. UPDATED ABOUT 7 HOURS AGO
Taxpayers asked to update returns
FBR statement says bank details are necessary for a centralised system. UPDATED ABOUT 7 HOURS AGO
World stock markets advance as lockdowns ease
Equities have been buoyed by news that some worst-hit countries are finally seeing infection and death rates slow. UPDATED ABOUT 7 HOURS AGO
Economy will need ‘reset and reboot’ after recession
DFID, World Bank and UN warn against relaxation of lockdown. UPDATED ABOUT 7 HOURS AGO
PPP asks Centre to give Rs17,500 to families hit by Covid-19
“The relief package announced by the federal government is not enough.” UPDATED ABOUT 5 HOURS AGO
AJK president, PM condemn ceasefire violations by India
Both point out India's failure in protecting the people of IoK from coronavirus. UPDATED ABOUT 5 HOURS AGO
IHC asks ZTBL management to reconsider demotion of employees
According to petitioners, around 150 vice presidents have been demoted to post of assistant vice presidents. UPDATED ABOUT 5 HOURS AGO
SC irked by delay in giving rights to GB citizens
Issues notice to GB government on Centre’s application seeking amendments to region’s laws. UPDATED ABOUT 5 HOURS AGO
Lebanese riot on streets as economy crumbles
One killed, 60 injured. UPDATED ABOUT 7 HOURS AGO
China slams West over ‘barefaced lies’
United States and Australia have called for an investigation into how the disease transformed into a global pandemic. UPDATED ABOUT 3 HOURS AGO
S. Asia may face new health crisis as children miss vaccinations: UN
“This is a very serious threat. Early action is key.” UPDATED ABOUT 7 HOURS AGO
Govt seeks time to restore internet in tribal districts
A student has moved IHC for revival of internet service in erstwhile Fata. UPDATED ABOUT 7 HOURS AGO
Opposition cautions against tinkering with 18th Amendment
JUI-F says any attempt to alter 18th Amendment or NFC Award will amount to ‘sabotaging’ national unity. UPDATED ABOUT 7 HOURS AGO
Rise in virus cases prompts rethink in India over easing lockdown
Garment factories allowed to reopen in Bangladesh after the pandemic cost the industry over $3 billion. UPDATED ABOUT 7 HOURS AGO
Sindh asks SC for early hearing of Daniel Pearl case
Fresh application apprehends Omar Sheikh’s absconsion. UPDATED ABOUT 7 HOURS AGO
Govt to facilitate remittances through tax exemptions
The amount is estimated to reach $20-21bn by June 30 against a budgeted target of $24bn. UPDATED ABOUT 7 HOURS AGO
OIC urged to condemn vilification of Indian Muslims
OIC has expressed concern over Islamophobia in India, but generally there has been silence on the issue in Muslim world. UPDATED ABOUT 7 HOURS AGO
Number of virus tests drops across country except in Sindh
PPP alleges fewer tests are aimed at artificially flattening the curve, PM’s aide says decrease in tests is temporary. UPDATED ABOUT AN HOUR AGO
Cabinet bans export of all edible items
Gives inquiry commission another three weeks to finalise forensic report on sugar and wheat scams.
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