FWO restarts work on Karachi’s BRT Red Line on University Road, says mayor
Last week, Sindh government announced the termination of construction contract for the project Frontier Works Organisation restarts work at University Road. PHOTO: MURTAZA WAHAB/X Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab said on Sunday that work on the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Red Line on University Road has resumed, with the Frontier Works Organisation (FWO) restarting construction from […]
Trump’s security again faces scrutiny after press dinner shooting
Incident raises questions about gaps in security, protection afforded to America’s political leaders A security official runs with a bag as a shooter opens fire during the annual White House Correspondents’ Association dinner in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 25, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS The shooting on Saturday night of a Secret Service agent at the White […]
Metro Bus, Green Line resume as Islamabad roads reopen after week-long shutdown
Police says diversions on Srinagar highway, Express highway may continue at different times, affecting traffic flow Pakistani police officer divert bikers from a road leading to Serena hotel, as Pakistan prepares to host the US and Iran for the second phase of peace talks in Islamabad on April 22, 2026. Photo: Reuters ISLAMABAD/RAWALPINDI: After a […]
Punjab CM announces 50-acre Film City project in Lahore
Project to include modern studios, sound stages, post-production laboratories, comprehensive shooting facilities Punjab CM announces the establishment of a 50-acre Punjab Film City in Lahore. PHOTO: GOVT OF PUNJAB Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announced on Sunday the establishment of a 50-acre Punjab Film City in Lahore, describing the project as a major step towards […]
Trump safe after shooting at White House correspondents dinner, suspect in custody
Trump and the first lady bent down behind the dais before being hustled out by Secret Service officers US President Donald Trump speaks at a press briefing at the White House. SCREENGRAB: Department of State on X US President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump were rushed out of the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner […]
FM Araghchi to head back to Pakistan today after Oman visit: Iranian state media
Says part of his delegation returned to Tehran to consult, get instructions on issues related to ending war with US Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. PHOTO: REUTERS/FILE Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will head back to Pakistan on Sunday after visiting Oman, state media reported late on Saturday night, having just left Islamabad earlier in […]
Pakistan to continue ‘sincere efforts’ for peace, PM tells Pezeshkian after setback in US-Iran talks
Welcomes Iran’s engagement in Islamabad talks, reaffirms support for sustained dialogue and diplomacy PM Shehbaz (right) holds talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian (left) on US-Iran ceasefire Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday told Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian that Pakistan would continue its “sincere and serious” efforts for peace in the region after the latest […]
Pakistani scientist Dr Nousheen Zaidi honoured with Georg Forster Research Award
Becomes first Pakistani to receive prestigious award for contributions to public health and applied research Renowned Pakistani scientist Dr. Nousheen Zaidi. Photo: X Renowned Pakistani scientist Dr Nousheen Zaidi has become the first Pakistani to be awarded the prestigious Georg Forster Research Award. Dr Zaidi, professor at the Public Health, Environment & Applied Research Lab […]
Pakistan launches EO-3 satellite, boosts Earth observation capability
Successful deployment of EO-3 from China marks a milestone in Pakistan’s pursuit of tech self-reliance, space services A Pakistani EO-3 satellite is launched from China’s Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in Shanxi province on Saturday. Photo: Xinhua Pakistan on Saturday achieved a “major milestone” in its space programme with the successful launch of an indigenous Electro-Optical […]
Trump administration begins $166b tariff refunds after Supreme Court blow
US president’s use of 1977 act to impose tariffs was struck down by Supreme Court in February A view of the US Supreme Court in Washington, US June 29, 2024. Photo: Reuters The United States government has begun the unprecedented task of refunding more than $166 billion in tariffs after a landmark ruling by the […]