Crackdown targets unsafe public transport
. Long queues of vehicles were witnessed around Qayyumabad Chowrangi on Thursday, following a clash…
Crackdown targets unsafe public transport
. Long queues of vehicles were witnessed around Qayyumabad Chowrangi on Thursday, following a clash between citizens and traffic policemen. PHOTO: ppi RAWALPINDI: Authorities have launched a crackdown against public transport vehicles lacking fire extinguishers, carrying multiple large gas cylinders and failing to provide emergency exits despite repeated warning notices. During the operation, conducted jointly…
Legendary archaeologist remains overlooked
GENERATIONAL JOY: The legacy of Khan Sahib Ahmed Din Siddiqui continues to inspire research into the civilisations that flourished thousands of years ago. PHOTOS: EXPRESS TAXILA: The history of archaeology in the subcontinent is often associated with Sir John Marshall, whose excavations at Taxila and Mohenjo-daro introduced the world to ancient civilisations. However, behind these…
Brand New Day’ makes historic China debut
Film dominates country’s box office with record-breaking $121 million five-day opening, highest-ever IMAX earnings Spider-Man: Brand New Day has delivered a blockbuster start at the China box office, earning $121.3 million during its first five days in cinemas and becoming one of the biggest Hollywood releases in the market this year. According to Artisan Gateway,…
Jay Clayton sworn in as US director of national intelligence
Senate Republicans confirmed Trump’s intelligence chief despite Democrats’ objections over 2020 election stance Jay Clayton, US President Donald Trump’s nominee to be Director of National Intelligence, testifies during a Senate Intelligence Committee confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., US, July 15, 2026. REUTERS Jay Clayton was sworn in on Monday as the United…
Tarar slams PPP’s ‘baseless accusations’ on AJK polls, urges ally to accept results
Says political point scoring is part and parcel of the election process, but focus should remain on development Information Minister Attaullah Tarar addressing a media briefing. SCREENGRAB Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Monday said that unfounded accusations of electoral rigging in the recent Azad Jammu and Kashmir elections should not be made without credible evidence…
Govt reduces petrol price by Rs4.08, HSD by Rs2.45 for August 4
Latest revision takes petrol to Rs331.95 per litre and HSD to Rs389.93 under the new pricing system As the city runs on fumes, motorcyclists line up at a petrol pump in Karachi, waiting their turn amid surge in fuel prices. Photo: Jalal Qureshi / Express The federal government on Monday reduced the prices of petrol…
Brick kiln crackdown raises livelihood concerns
1,912 kilns have so far been demolished, with each kiln providing employment to around 15 families According to a joint survey by EPA Punjab and The Urban Unit, there are approximately 10,394 brick kilns operating across the province. PHOTO: PEXELS LAHORE: When the brick kiln near Wagah shut down, Ghulam Rasool lost the job that…
PML-N consolidates lead with 23 seats in AJK elections, PPP stands second with nine
Voter turnout is encouraging, with 46.3% participation in Mirpur Division and 53% in Muzaffarabad Division Over 1.4m voters head to polls as first phase of AJK elections begins. PHOTO: EXPRESS The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz consolidated its position in Azad Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, securing 23 seats in the two-phase general elections, while the Pakistan…
Swat mourns Kabal suicide bombing
Police officials inspect the site following a suicide bombing in Swat on August 2, 2026. Photo: AFP PESHAWAR: The atmosphere across Swat remained heavy with grief on Monday, the second day after the suicide bombing at the main gate of the Kabal Police Station. Funeral prayers for the ordinary citizens and police personnel who attained martyrdom…
Bilawal sets clock ticking for federal gov
Says struggle for right to sovereignty, ownership, and livelihood will continue across the country A screenshot of Pakistan People’s Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari—PHOTO VIA X Pakistan People’s Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Monday said that the “countdown for the federal government had begun” as he lashed out at the federal coalition partner for alleged rigging…
