ISLAMABAD: At least 25 women’s rights activists, including prominent figures associated with the Aurat March, were taken into custody on Sunday as they assembled in Sector F-6 to observe International Women’s Day, local authorities and The News reported. The activists were moved to the Women Police Station in G-7 Markaz […]
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Karachi varsities shift to online classes as fuel becomes costlier
KARACHI: The University of Karachi (KU) and the Federal Urdu University of Arts, Science and Technology (FUUAST) have decided to hold virtual classes to conserve fuel following the sharp increase in petroleum prices, triggered by the US-Israel war with Iran. According to the KU administration, all morning classes will move […]
Pakistani driver killed in Dubai after aerial interception debris hits vehicle
DUBAI: A Pakistani driver was killed in Dubai after debris from an aerial interception struck his vehicle in the Al Barsha area on Saturday evening, authorities confirmed. The incident occurred near Sheikh Zayed Road behind the Mall of the Emirates shortly after Iftar. Officials said the impact caused a brief […]
Security forces kill 13 terrorists in KP operations: ISPR
RAWALPINDI: Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Sunday that security forces neutralised 13 India-backed terrorists during five separate intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to the military’s media wing, a series of high-tempo intelligence-driven operations were conducted during the night of March 6 and 7 as part of the ongoing […]
Petrol, diesel prices raised by Rs55 per litre amid global oil surge
ISLAMABAD: Federal government has increased the prices of petrol and diesel by Rs55 per litre after a sharp rise in global oil prices triggered by escalating conflict in the Middle East, officials said on Thursday. According to the notification issued by federal government, the price of petrol has been increased […]
Pakistan qualify for FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 after thrilling win over Japan
SUEZ: Pakistan men’s national field hockey team qualified for the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 after defeating Japan men’s national field hockey team 4-3 in the semi-final of the qualifiers at the Suez Canal Authority Hockey Stadium on Friday. The former world champions secured their place in the global tournament […]
Sindh announces holiday on March 11 for Youm-e-Ali
KARACHI: The Government of Sindh has announced that all educational institutions across the province will remain closed on March 11 (Wednesday) on account of Youm-e-Ali, which marks the martyrdom anniversary of Ali ibn Abi Talib. According to a notification issued by the provincial government, all public and private schools and […]
Punjab govt rules out school closures, shift to online classes
LAHORE: Rana Sikandar Hayat on Friday clarified that the Government of Punjab is not considering closing schools or online classes, dismissing speculation circulating in recent days. The statement came amid concerns that authorities might introduce energy-saving measures following rising oil prices after the recent tensions involving the United States, Israel […]
Punjab to establish anti-drone units in all districts
LAHORE: The Punjab Home Department has announced plans to establish anti-drone units in all districts of Punjab to counter unauthorised drones and strengthen aerial surveillance amid growing security concerns. According to a statement issued on Thursday, the units will be equipped with specialised drone fleets to monitor district airspace and […]
PM orders real-time dashboard to track petroleum supply across Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Shehbaz Sharif on Friday directed authorities to develop a digital dashboard to monitor the movement of petroleum products across the country and share real-time data with provinces, as the government reviewed the fuel supply situation amid rising tensions in the Middle East. The prime minister issued the instructions during […]



























