Animal rights groups in Lahore allege activists are being harassed for raising concerns on stray dog killings The groups said the Lahore High Court had approved the TNVR (Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Release) policy in 2021 to control the stray dog population through sterilisation and vaccination instead of killing the animals. PHOTO: ASIF MEHMOOD LAHORE:…
Analysts said Pakistan’s external sector remained stable for now due to strong remittances and IMF‑backed financing support, but cautioned that a sustained increase in imports without corresponding export growth could revive balance‑of‑payments risks. photo:file KARACHI: Pakistan’s external account slipped back into deficit in April 2026 as a sharp rise in imports outpaced export growth, highlighting…
Appellants’ counsel requests court to provide them with protection against CDA action ISLAMABAD: A division bench of the Islamabad High Court (IHC), comprising Justice Azam Khan and Justice Raja Inam Amin Minhas, issued a notice to the Capital Development Authority (CDA) on Monday regarding the intra-court appeal submitted by the sub-lessee holders of 20 more…
KARACHI: A Judicial Magistrate South on Monday extended the physical remand of alleged drug queenpin Anmol alias Pinky by four days in a murder case registered at Baghdadi Police Station. During the proceedings at the Judicial Complex inside the jail premises, the investigation officer sought permission to record the complainant’s statement under Section 164 of…
Demands local hiring in South Waziristan, inquiry report on Kohat gold auction awaited The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Assembly discussed issues facing Pakistanis in UAE and Gulf region. PHOTO: FILE PESHAWAR: The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Assembly on Monday unanimously adopted a resolution expressing concern over the problems faced by Pakistani expatriates in Gulf countries, particularly issues related to residency permits…
The trial was seen as a key moment for OpenAI’s future and broader AI use and benefits A combination image shows OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Elon Musk during the trial. REUTERS A United States jury on Monday ruled against Elon Musk in his lawsuit against OpenAI, finding the artificial intelligence company not liable to…
CM, Governor accuse Punjab, federal govt of violating Constitution; warn of public unrest K-P Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and Governor Faisal Kundi. Photo: NNI PESHAWAR: Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and Governor Faisal Karim Kundi on Monday set aside political differences to jointly demand the province’s constitutional rights, particularly regarding wheat supply and CNG supply. Addressing…
Israeli forces occupy a southern security zone, razing villages to deter Hezbollah attacks Smoke rises following an Israeli strike in Zebdin, Lebanon May 18, 2026.PHOTO: REUTERS Israel carried out airstrikes in southern Lebanon on Monday, Lebanese security sources and the state news agency said, while Hezbollah announced new attacks on Israeli forces, continuing the war…
Absence of BS programmes and transport leaves female students struggling to continue studies BARA: More than 600,000 residents of Bara tehsil in Khyber tribal district have access to only one government girls’ degree college, yet the institution is plagued by a severe lack of basic facilities, higher education programmes, transport and security, forcing many female…
Vinicius Junior scored the only goal of the game as Real Madrid won at Sevilla but the hosts will stay up regardless. Photo: AFP LONDON: Vinicius Junior earned Real Madrid a 1-0 win at Sevilla on Sunday in La Liga in the penultimate round of fixtures, but results elsewhere mean the hosts have secured safety…