IMF rejects govt’s proposal to impose 1% water cess
IMF rejects Pakistan's proposal to impose 1% water storage cess on goods for dam funding. Suggests raising 18% sales tax rate instead, citing legal and fiscal concerns.
US denies reports of President Trump visiting Pakistan in September
Rumours of Donald Trump’s visit to Pakistan in September denied by both nations. Journalist Azaz Syed apologizes for premature reporting.
Son of Bushra Bibi Arrested for Shooting Domestic Help
Musa Maneka, son of former first lady Bushra Bibi, was arrested for shooting his teenage domestic help during a dispute in Pakpattan. The victim is in stable condition, and police investigations are ongoing.
Monsoon Havoc: 43 Dead as Punjab Battles Urban Flooding
Heavy monsoon rains have claimed at least 43 lives across Punjab in the past 24 hours, triggering widespread flooding, evacuations, and a rain emergency in major cities including Rawalpindi and Islamabad.
This Is Me’: TV Anchor Jasmeen Manzoor Shares Shocking Images of Abuse
Senior Pakistani anchor Jasmeen Manzoor has publicly accused her ex-husband of domestic violence, sharing graphic images of her injuries on social media.
PIA seeks formal permission to resume operations to UK
PIA has formally requested approval to resume direct flights from Islamabad to Manchester following the UK’s lift of flight restrictions.
Reham Khan Launches Pakistan Republic Party
Reham Khan has launched the Pakistan Republic Party, marking her formal entry into politics with a focus on public representation and reform.
CM Maryam Nawaz Takes Stand Against Dala Culture
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz said she is against the “dala culture” where middlemen and illegal helpers misuse power. She promised to end this system because it hurts ordinary people.
CDA removes hand sculpture in Islamabad after backlash
Golden hand sculpture along Margalla Avenue sparks controversy, criticism, and confusion over symbolism, approval, and removal by CDA.
Flyadeal to launch four direct routes between Pakistan-Saudi Arabia
Pakistan’s aviation sector is witnessing rapid expansion as both local and international airlines prepare to launch new routes. This growth reflects the country’s rising demand for domestic and international air travel.
PTI Launches Anti-Government Drive: Gandapur Leads from Lahore
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has launched a nationwide anti-government campaign, with KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur leading the movement from Lahore.
Pakistan won’t send hockey teams to India: govt sources
Pakistan will not travel to India for upcoming hockey tournaments over "security" concerns, government sources told AFP on Saturday, potentially jeopardising their place in next year's World Cup.