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US pushes summer deadline for Ukraine war endPublished on: February 8, 2026 1:51 PM

Pakistan, Feb. 8 -- The United States is urging Russia and Ukraine to reach an understanding on ending the war before the start of summer, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said, highlighting gr... Read More


Deadly blast shakes Northern China biotech facilityPublished on: February 8, 2026 1:44 PM

Pakistan, Feb. 8 -- A powerful explosion ripped through a small biotechnology company in northern China early Saturday, killing eight people and raising serious concerns about industrial safety. The b... Read More


Stars add glamour as basant revives Lahore spiritPublished on: February 8, 2026 1:32 PM

Pakistan, Feb. 8 -- Lahore's skies turned lively and colorful as the three-day Basant festival returned after more than two decades, filling the city with excitement, cultural pride, and renewed festi... Read More


Cold wave returns as rain, snowfall sweep PakistanPublished on: February 8, 2026 1:20 PM

Pakistan, Feb. 8 -- A fresh cold wave is set to grip Pakistan as rain and snowfall are expected across several regions from today until February 10, according to weather officials. The changing condit... Read More


Hajj 2026 biometric deadline closes todayPublished on: February 8, 2026 1:10 PM

Pakistan, Feb. 8 -- Intending pilgrims for Hajj 2026 must complete biometric verification today, as the Ministry of Religious Affairs confirmed that the final deadline ends Sunday without any extensio... Read More


PM vows justice after Islamabad attack as global support growsPublished on: February 8, 2026 12:56 PM

Pakistan, Feb. 8 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned the deadly suicide attack in Islamabad and vowed to bring all those responsible to justice without delay. In a public message, ... Read More


Lahore bids farewell to basant as colorful three-day fest endsPublished on: February 8, 2026 12:40 PM

Pakistan, Feb. 8 -- Lahore marked the final day of its three-day Basant celebrations on Sunday, as the city remained alive with colour, music, and excitement until the last kites ruled the skies. Thro... Read More


China stands with Pakistan after Islamabad mosque tragedyPublished on: February 8, 2026 12:29 PM

Pakistan, Feb. 8 -- China has strongly condemned the deadly attack on a mosque in Islamabad, expressing deep shock and grief over the loss of innocent lives in one of the capital's worst terror incide... Read More


Saudi Arabia unveils $2 billion Syria fundPublished on: February 7, 2026 11:45 PM

Pakistan, Feb. 8 -- Saudi Arabia announced a major investment package in Syria on Saturday, targeting energy, aviation, real estate, and telecoms. The kingdom aims to support Syria's new leadership an... Read More


Iran warns US bases face retaliationPublished on: February 7, 2026 11:30 PM

Pakistan, Feb. 8 -- Iran warned on Saturday that it would strike US military bases in the Middle East if Washington launches an attack. Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said any response would target US... Read More