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Netanyahu says opposed to Israeli settlements in Gaza

Norway to recognise Palestinian state, says report.

Updated 22 May, 2024 12:05pm

Pakistani students leaving Kygyzstan after mob attacks to exceed 4,000: Dar

Says he declined invitation to stay overnight in Bishkek since he will be accompanying PM Shehbaz to Tehran today for Raisi's funeral.

Updated 22 May, 2024 01:42pm

Tens of thousands gather for Raisi funeral in Tehran

In the capital, huge banners have gone up hailing the late president as “the martyr of service”.

Updated 22 May, 2024 12:01pm

New IHC bench dismisses Tyrian White case after briefest of hearings

Judges rely on year-old opinion of their two colleagues; senior lawyers surprised by "contradictions" in verdict.

Updated 22 May, 2024 07:52am

Journalist seriously injured after attempt on life in Sindh’s Ghotki

Local journalists say Gadani was known for being a bold journalist for his reports against political personalities, waderas and government officers.

Updated 22 May, 2024 12:22pm

Farmers rally countrywide to press govt on wheat purchase

Demand purchase of wheat from growers and arrest of the people involved in the wheat scandal.

Updated 22 May, 2024 07:48am

Senators Faisal Vawda, Irfan Siddiqui use privilege to ‘attack’ judiciary

Senator Siddiqui says judiciary invoked the doctrine of necessity and always “squashed democracy, politicians and political values”.

Updated 22 May, 2024 08:03am

NA opposition leader rejects defamation law

PTI leader Omar Ayub says oppressive and tyrannical laws were being enacted to silence the voices of the people.

Published 22 May, 2024 07:05am

Pakistani among 11 seeking French oil giant’s climate trial

TotalEnergies accused of deliberately endangering lives by "ignoring science".

Updated 22 May, 2024 09:12am

Levies Force post attacked in Panjgur

Officials say around 20 armed men attacked check-post and took all Levies personnel deployed there hostage.

Published 22 May, 2024 07:04am

Why Is Genocide Hard To Prove?

Vicious Attack on Raoof Hasan

TOP STORIES: UNRWA Suspends Food Distribution In Rafah Due To Israeli Attacks

World Reacts To ICC Seeking Israel, Hamas Arrest Warrants

World Reacts To Ebrahim Raisi’s Death

Exclusive: Amnesty International Sec-Gen Criticises US, Russia For Disregard Of International Law

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An unsteady government is also using coercive action to silence dissent

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TECNO presents ‘Make in Pakistan’ documentary highlighting the journey of Pakistan’s mobile industry

With ambitious export goals, Pakistan's domestic mobile phone industry appears set for further growth.

vivo V30e 5G launched in Pakistan with sleek design and advanced imaging capabilities

The design of V30e 5G makes everything from scrolling to gaming feel incredibly smooth.

Next Basket makes starting an online business quick and easy

Selling on the web can be easy too — all you need is a solution that puts all the pieces of the puzzle together.

FIFA’s foul on Pakistan football

Ahead of impending heatwave, Punjab decides to close all schools from May 25 to May 31

Sindh issues new schedule for delayed matric exams; Met Dept says temperature in Karachi division to vary between 35°C and 38°C.

Pakistan , Updated 20 May, 2024 07:10pm

Ahead of impending heatwave, Punjab decides to close all schools from May 25 to May 31

In anticipation of mangoes

Orchard owners hope for fair prices against decent fruit quality despite an earlier-than-usual harvest schedule.

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Who is Mohammad Mokhber, the man set to become Iran’s interim president?

Mokhber became first vice president in 2021 when Raisi was elected president.

World , Published 20 May, 2024 11:15am

Who is Mohammad Mokhber, the man set to become Iran’s interim president?

Amid protests, Punjab Assembly passes defamation law

Bill allows special tribunal to penalise those involved in drafting or disseminating "fake news".

Pakistan , Updated 21 May, 2024 07:52am

Amid protests, Punjab Assembly passes defamation law

OPINION

A state of chaos

The establishment’s increasingly intrusive role has further diminished the credibility of the political dispensation.

Zahid Hussain

Warrants for war criminals

Rafia Zakaria

Preparing for crises

Naveen Hussain

Unusual trifecta

Mahir Ali

Budgeting without people

Arifa Noor

EDITORIAL

Bulldozed bill

Where once the party was championing the people and their voices, it is now devising new means to silence them.

Out of the abyss

ENFORCED disappearances remain a persistent blight on fundamental human rights in the country. Recent exchanges...

Holding Israel accountable

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BUSINESS

Farmers rally countrywide to press govt on wheat purchase

Ogra orders 10pc cut in gas rates from July 1

US pushes for G7 response to China’s industrial overcapacity

Automakers urge govt to stop import of used vehicles

Vibrant agriculture accelerates Pakistan’s economic expansion

Roshan digital account inflows fall in April

SPORT

‘No more experiments’ as Pakistan face England in final T20 World Cup warm-ups

Fraser-McGurk added as reserve to Australia’s T20 World Cup squad

Pogacar continues Giro dominance on day of rider protests

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WORLD

Tens of thousands gather for Raisi funeral in Tehran

Israeli forces raze parts of Jabalia camp, hit Rafah

US pushes for G7 response to China’s industrial overcapacity

One killed, 71 injured after severe turbulence on Singapore Airlines flight

Palestinian journalists win ‘World Press Freedom Hero’ award

Thailand celebrates return of looted statues from US

Director of Trump biopic defends controversial scene as lawsuit looms

AFP Published 22 May, 2024 11:25am

Internet split after learning Amal Clooney assisted in arrest warrants sought for Israeli, Hamas leaders

While some are praising the human rights lawyer and apologising for criticising her silence on Palestine, others are calling her out for 'two side-ism'.

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Anti-fake news or anti-free speech? The debate over Punjab’s new defamation law

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Fistula and child marriages: The two epidemics plaguing women in Gilgit-Baltistan

Seema's battle with fistula unveils the tragedy of early marriage, urging society to confront the intertwined dangers of child marriage and women's health crises.

Shereen Karim Published 03 May, 2024 11:35am