Punjab CM Mohsin Naqvi elected unopposed as PCB chairman – Sport
Interim Punjab Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Tuesday was elected unopposed as the 37th chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for a three-year term. In a post on X, the cricket board said: “Mr Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi has been elected unanimously and unopposed as the PCB’s 37th Chairman today.” The PCB also shared […]
Shares at PSX gain over 750 points in intraday trade – Business
Bulls dominated the trade floor on Tuesday as shares at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) gained over 750 points due to activity reported in the energy sector. At 1:42pm, the KSE-100 index gained 659.15 points, or 1.05 per cent, to stand at 63,662.06 from the previous close of 63,002.91. The index closed at 63,799.01, up […]
Amnesty urges uninterrupted internet accesss during polls
Amnesty International, in collaboration with several other human rights organisations, on Tuesday issued a call to authorities in Pakistan, urging them to guarantee uninterrupted access to the internet and digital communication platforms for all citizens across the country during the upcoming elections. The appeal comes in response to a statement made by Caretaker Interior Minister […]
Bushra Bibi petitions IHC against Banigala residence being declared sub-jail – Pakistan
PTI founder Imran Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi on Tuesday approached the Islamabad High Court (IHC) against the notification declaring her Banigala residence a sub-jail and pleaded that she be moved to Adiala Jail. Imran and Bushra Bibi were sentenced to 14 years in jail in the Toshakhana reference last week on charges of retaining expensive […]
Shares at PSX gain over 600 points in intraday trade – Business
Bulls dominated the trade floor on Tuesday as shares at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) gained over 600 points during intraday trade. At 1:42pm, the KSE-100 index gained 659.15 points, or 1.05 per cent, to stand at 63,662.06 from the previous close of 63,002.91. Mohammed Sohail, chief executive of Topline Securities, attributed the bullish momentum […]
2 militants killed in North Waziristan IBO: ISPR – Pakistan
Two terrorists were killed in an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s North Waziristan district, the military’s media affairs wing said on Tuesday. According to a press release issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), security forces conducted an IBO last night on the reported presence of terrorists. “During the conduct of operation, intense fire […]
Athar Ali Khan hails Babar Azam’s cricket mastery
In a thrilling encounter between Rangpur Riders and Durdanto Dhaka today, former Bangladesh cricketer Athar Ali Khan couldn’t contain his admiration for former Pakistan captain Babar Azam’s stellar performance. Athar, who was doing commentary during today’s match, showered praise on Babar, highlighting his exceptional talent and contribution to the Rangpur Riders. “I think for youngsters […]
Tall claims or astute plans? Big promises made by political parties in their election manifestos – Pakistan
In the five-year marriage of the ‘hukamraan’ and the ‘awaam’, manifestos are the wedding vows. With just two days to go for the February 8 general elections, mainstream political parties have finally unveiled their rather ambitious election manifestos — a list of mostly empty promises. An election manifesto is a list of policies that a […]
Return of alienated leader bolsters PPP’s prospects for clean sweep in Jamshoro – Pakistan
With Dr Sikandar Shoro’s re-entry into Pakistan Peoples Party, the party must be feeling complacent about its… Murad Ali Shah With Dr Sikandar Shoro’s re-entry into Pakistan Peoples Party, the party must be feeling complacent about its prospects for electoral success in Jamshoro district on Feb 8, and shrugging off opposition from rivals, chief among […]
Disquiet on Karachi’s western front: Orangi a tough battle to win – Newspaper
More than 250 candidates are in the run for District West’s 3 NA and 6 PA seats. WITH total population of more than 2.67 million, Karachi’s West district can be described as a mini ‘metropolitan city’. From diverse cultures to multiple ethnic communities, the district is home to people from all across Pakistan who have […]