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9 people killed in Israeli attacks across Gaza

PRCS reports "significant" turnout at Gaza polio clinics; Bangladeshi killed in air strike in Lebanon.

Updated 03 Nov, 2024 01:12pm

After KP, Punjab also jumps on PIA bandwagon

Nawaz Sharif suggests PIA could be purchased and rebranded by the provincial government as Air Punjab.

Published 03 Nov, 2024 07:27am

New Zealand beat India in third test to complete famous 3-0 sweep

Rishabh Pant was the lone Indian batsman to show resistance as he made a sublime 64 after the hosts were reduced to 29-5.

Published 03 Nov, 2024 01:03pm

Lahore’s AQI touches unprecedented level

Alarming reading in morning 71.1 times above WHO limit; minister blames crop burning in India for pollution.

Updated 03 Nov, 2024 08:05am

Imran’s abducted lawyer Intezar Panjutha recovered

PTI leader recovered by police in Attock as he was allegedly being transported by his kidnappers.

Updated 03 Nov, 2024 07:51am

Woman strips off clothes at Iran university in apparent protest, reports say

University spokesperson says the woman was under "severe mental pressure and had a mental disorder".

Published 03 Nov, 2024 01:21pm

Thousands at US Women’s March stress need for abortion rights

With the dome of the US Capitol as the backdrop, speakers at Freedom Plaza whip up support for 60-year-old Harris.

Published 03 Nov, 2024 01:14pm

0.4m illegal Afghans return via KP in one year

UNHCR urges Pakistan to continue "protecting those seeking safety".

Updated 03 Nov, 2024 11:45am

1.3m URLs blocked over illegal content, reveals telecom regulator

PTA informs PHC about steps against "blasphemous, immoral" material on social media.

Updated 03 Nov, 2024 11:51am

Justice Shah regrets lack of focus on climate change

Says "overexcited" lawmakers need to make a regulatory framework; recalls $30bn funds outstanding in the wake of 2022 floods.

Updated 03 Nov, 2024 08:39am

Kamala Vs Trump: Pakistani Americans are ‘divided’ over whom to vote for in the US polls

Who Are American Muslims Voting For?

Deep Dive: Iran Israel Conflict

Countdown to US Election: Who’s Leading?

Why Choose Coated Urea?

Israel’s Obsession With Hospitals

World Leaders Condemn Israel’s UNRWA Ban

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Iran’s refusal to back down

Smokers’ corner: The politics of ‘anti-politics’

Shark Tank Pakistan has finally arrived

Is mini-budget inevitable amid missed targets?

New wave of electric cars ‘targets elite’

With over 130 media workers killed in Gaza, Israel appears on Global Impunity Index for 1st time

Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy’s Her Earth Advocates are making films to awaken your conscience

Muslim voters in US dread the choice between ‘bad and worse’

A summer camp in Fruit Park

The mothers of Fruit Park have an idea to get their involved in productive activities during the summer vacation.

IMC exhibits its ‘Make in Pakistan’ Toyota Corolla Cross at Pakistan Auto Show 2024

The company is calling on the govt to introduce sustainable auto policies that will foster long-term growth and localisation.

Samsung collaborates with HMR Group to provide a complete air solution

Its VRF DVM S Eco Air Conditioning unit is a compact and efficient unit, making it an ideal choice for residences as well as small businesses.

The unwalkable city of Karachi

Pakistani rice offered lowest in Indonesia’s tender for 500,000 metric tonnes

Tender continues heavy rice purchasing by Indonesia in global markets to cool domestic prices after disappointing domestic harvest.

World , Published 01 Nov, 2024 05:40pm

Pakistani rice offered lowest in Indonesia’s tender for 500,000 metric tonnes

Murdered girl Sara Sharif endured years of abuse from father, trial told

Stepmother told her sister of Urfan punishing Sara in ways that included all-night sit-ups, verbal threats, beatings.

World , Updated 02 Nov, 2024 09:47am

Murdered girl Sara Sharif endured years of abuse from father, trial told

Passenger jet in Pakistan takes 150-km road trip

The Boeing 737 has been transported overland from Karachi to Hyderabad via the motorway.

Pakistan , Published 31 Oct, 2024 07:38pm

Passenger jet in Pakistan takes 150-km road trip

KP ‘ready to pay more than Rs10bn’ for stake in PIA

KP Board of Investment and Trade writes to privatisation minister.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Nov, 2024 12:17pm

KP ‘ready to pay more than Rs10bn’ for stake in PIA

PIA stake sale attracts sole bid of Rs10 billion below government minimum

Minimum expected price for PIA was set at Rs85 billion; Blue World City chairman says, "We wish the govt all the best if they don’t want to accept our bid."

Pakistan , Updated 31 Oct, 2024 10:42pm

PIA stake sale attracts sole bid of Rs10 billion below government minimum

OPINION

Beefing up security

The issue lies not in the sincerity and dedication of Pakistan’s law enforcement but in their capacity and access to effective surveillance equipment.

Muhammad Amir Rana

Iran’s refusal to back down

Abbas Nasir

Paper tiger?

Muna Khan

Jabalia death march

Muhammad Ali Siddiqi

High-stakes reserved seats

Ahmed Bilal Mehboob

EDITORIAL

Concerning measures

The govt must seek political input and consensus on the changes it is seeking to make and be open about its intentions.

Short-lived relief?

POLICYMAKERS must be jumping with joy. At the close of the first quarter of FY25, the budget posted a consolidated...

Brisk spread

THE surge in polio cases has reached distressing levels with a tally of 45 last reported, after two cases emerged in...

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Basic structure, again

The temptation to find judicial solutions to political problems should be resisted.

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Key takeaways

The Israelis have been taught to see the Arabs as barbarians.

Ahmed Bilal Mehboob

High-stakes reserved seats

The July 12 order is very much a legitimate SC order. On the other hand, the 2nd amendment to Elections Act is a legitimate law.

Dr Nadia Tahir

Trade distortions

Our industrial structure favours those who thrive on subsidies.

Zubeida Mustafa

Language tyranny

There is something seriously wrong with our hybrid pedagogy.

Manzar Zaidi

In the eyes of the world

Numerous studies document the low confidence of Pakistan’s public in their police force.

BUSINESS

PBC urges cautious monetary policy

Buffett sells 100m Apple shares

Value-hunting takes PSX to new highs in bullish week

Experts warn govt’s inability to launch Euro, Panda bonds can put economy under stress

Karachi industrial park to be declared model special economic zone

KP ‘ready to pay more than Rs10bn’ for stake in PIA

SPORT

New Zealand beat India in third test to complete famous 3-0 sweep

Vice captain Salman hopes Pakistan pacers will come good Down Under

Pakistan cueists dominate at world snooker

Aryan Khawar sets new 50m freestyle record at swimming nationals

Zaheer Abbas nominated to PCB BoG

Constantine departs after leading Pakistan to promised land

WORLD

Woman strips off clothes at Iran university in apparent protest, reports say

Israel kills ‘dozens’ in northern Gaza

Thousands at US Women’s March stress need for abortion rights

Bangladesh rally says govt failing to protect Hindus

9 people killed in Israeli attacks across Gaza

Fatah, Hamas meet in Egypt, discuss post-conflict measures

Marvel’s Avengers assemble to endorse Kamala Harris

Images Staff Published 02 Nov, 2024 05:02pm

Rubab from Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum isn’t a girl’s girl, so why are fans upholding her as a feminist icon?

While we all need to stop romanticising damsels in distress, we also need to stop pitting women against each other.

Aleezeh Fatimah Published 02 Nov, 2024 04:52pm

Trick, not treat: Pakistan-hosted AI-generated website fooled thousands with fake Halloween party in Dublin

After thousands of revellers gathered for the costume party, they soon realised the event did not actually exist.

Images Staff Published 02 Nov, 2024 03:40pm

In America’s gripping political chess game, what is really at stake?

Faiq Zafar Updated 01 Nov, 2024 03:40pm

A year after SC annulled military courts, civilians await justice

The freedom and liberty of these civilians are entirely dependent on the fate of the government's appeal against the SC verdict on Oct 23, 2023.

Rida Hosain Updated 23 Oct, 2024 04:18pm

Fourth Schedule: Combating terrorism or silencing dissent?

Over the past few months, the government's use of the Fourth Schedule has taken a troubling turn, with dozens from KP and Balochistan placed on the list.

Zia Ur Rehman Published 16 Oct, 2024 11:02am

TECH

Walt Disney forms business unit to coordinate use of AI, augmented reality

BUSINESS & FINANCE