Sunni Ittehad Council challenges 26th constitutional amendment in Supreme Court

SIC contended that the amendment attempted to revoke essential features of the constitution

Israel committing genocide in Gaza, world human rights bodies develop consensus

Amnesty International published its report on December 5 while Human Rights Watch on December 19

Sporting integrity sacrificed to accommodate India, UK paper lashes out at ICC

It accused ICC of granting undue advantages to India, increasing its chances of winning the trophy

Internet speed likely to increase in Pakistan with new cable

A 45,000-kilometer long internet cable will be connected to Pakistan

Mid-air engagement: Umer Aalam's proposal goes viral

Passengers, crew cheer the gesture of putting ring on his girlfriend’s finger

UK, US raise concerns over Pakistan's military court sentences

UK Foreign Office raised issues about the lack of transparency and fairness in the trials

Govt announces public holidays for 2025

A notification was issued by Cabinet Division

Cricketers who hung up their boots in 2024

Their retirements left a significant gap in the cricket world.

Stumps 2024: Let's have an action replay

Pakistan deliver impressive performance in ODIs, securing three consecutive away series victories.

Two heartwarming moments during final Pakistan, S Africa ODI

A female spectator gave birth to a baby boy at the stadium

Leading parties failed to secure absolute majority in strongholds in election 2024: FAFEN

A closely contested race unfolded between PTI and PML-N in ICT and Punjab

PTI, govt break the ice after prolonged frosty ties, will again meet on Jan 2

The National Assembly Secretariat has issued a notification of meeting

First winter rain in Lahore breaks dry spell

Light rain is expected to continue throughout the day in Lahore

'Cheeta' - Babar praises Saim for splendid performance in South Africa series

Saim named Player of the Match in final game, as well Player of the Series

PIA aims to expand fleet to improve flight operations

The 11th Airbus 320 AP-BOM has been inducted into the operational fleet with new engines

Pakistan, India encounter on Feb 23 as Champions Trophy's likely schedule surfaces

The opening match will be played on Feb 19 between Pakistan and New Zealand

Military courts hand down sentences to 25 May 9 vandals: ISPR

Military courts announce convictions of 25 of those in the dock

PM Shehbaz directs prompt action on seminary bill proposals: Fazlur Rehman

Fazlur Rehman said that positive progress was made on the bill.

Adieu 2024: Dramas that ruled the small screen

Known for their quality content, the drama industry has given some hits in 2024

Promised benefits of 'drastic cut in inflation' a pipedream

Inflation sans relief for public hits six-year low in 2024

What is a government shutdown and what is the debt ceiling?

Congress is supposed to allocate funding to 438 government agencies by Oct. 1, start of new fiscal

Ebb and flow continues in PSX as investors prioritise selling

As ebb and flow continued, things improved a bit and KSE-100-index closed at 109,513 points

National security more important than internet: Shaza Fatima

Speaking in the National Assembly on the suspension of internet service, Shaza justified blocking X

NA passes National Forensic Agency Bill 2024

The bill was earlier passed by the upper house of the parliament

Fazl gets wide support as seminaries refuse to become subservient to govt

The seminaries had in 2019 agreed to come under the control of the federal education ministry

Fair trial was denied to Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, concurs CJP Yahya Afridi

The CJP issues an additional note months after SC gave its observations in famous case

FAREWELL 2024 - Legends who will be sorely missed

Let’s remember those who bade adieu to this abode for eternal life in 2024

Sara Sharif's parents sentenced to life for brutal murder

After serving the minimum sentence, parole will decide their release.

JUI-F chief Fazl blames govt for thwarting seminaries' registration

Says dialogue and negotiations are integral part of politics

Digital Nation Pakistan Bill 2024 introduced in National Assembly

Bill aimed to transform Pakistan into an empowered nation by fostering a dynamic digital society

2024 - An election year having joys and heartbreaks

The outgoing year is one of elections in Pakistan, Indian and the USA

Festive mood in Punjab Assembly as MPAs, ministers get whooping salary raise

Speaker's salary will increase from Rs125,000 to Rs950,000 after bill approval

SBP cuts policy rate by 200bps to 13pc

Inflation declined to 4.9 percent y/y in November 2024.

Nation observes 10th anniversary of APS Peshawar attack today

On Dec 16, 2014, 147 students and teachers were martyred in attack on school

Tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain dies

Tributes started pouring in shortly after the news of his death broke out

What Justice Mandokhail says in response to Justice Mansoor Shah's letter?

He says recommendations proposed by Justice Shah have been incorporated into draft rules

South Korea's Yoon impeached: Embittered survivor buckles under martial law backlash

His allies turned from him and voted to impeach him on Saturday

Cricket lovers await ICC nod amid reports about Champions Trophy 'fusion model'

Champions Trophy 2025 would be held under the hybrid or fusion model

Lahore to be transformed into Pakistan's first smart city

CM Maryam invites Chinese firm to invest in Pakistan

PSX at 115,000 - Investors make hay while the sun shines

Stocks gained strength on 13th day highlighting improvement in country’s economy

Supreme Court grants military courts permission to announce decisions of civilians

The constitutional bench hears petition against trial of civilians in military courts

Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi indicted in Toshakhana-II case

Imran and Bushra Bibi were both present in court of judge Shahrukh Arjumand

Stocks soar past 114,000 points on another cheerful day

The streak of surge continues for more than a month now amid a rosy economic picture

Father, stepmother convicted of daughter's brutal murder

Father, stepmother convicted of daughter's brutal murder

Civil Servants Bill 2024 offers 'safety valve' to bureaucrats facing downsizing

Officers affected by downsizing will be posted in other departments

National Savings schemes profit cut further after policy rate reduction

The new “reduced” rates will come into effect from December 11

ADB approves $200m loan for upgrading electricity transmission system

The money will be used to modernise the distribution system and enhance the capacity of Discos

Google announces 2024 top search trends in Pakistan

Cricket topped the search trends, with the ICC T20 World Cup capturing the nation’s attention.

Rounding out top words of 2024 by Merriam-Webster

Rounding out top words of 2024 by Merriam-Webster

UK Parliament to debate proposed ban on first cousin marriages

Experts warn that cousin marriages globally are linked to genetic disorders caused by gene mutations

Ex-spymaster Faiz Hameed arraigned for 'political activities, abuse of power': ISPR

The Field General Court Martial process initiated on Aug 12

Anwar Maqsood denies his abduction after International Urdu Conference

Anwar Maqsood denies news of his abduction after International Urdu Conference

Fazl urges govt to avoid politicising seminaries' issue

Says seminaries are given the freedom to affiliate under the 1860 Act or the Ministry of Education.

Religious scholars rack their brains to bring about seminary reforms

Official says 18,600 seminaries have got themselves registered

SC strikes down govt's plea to decide civilians' fate in military courts

A seven-member bench, headed by Justice Aminuddin Khan, conducts hearing of the case

American gets markhor hunting permit for record $271,000

Joe Whitton paid a whooping $271,000 to obtain permit for hunting markhor in Chitral

Six soldiers martyred and 22 terrorists killed in KP operations, says ISPR

10 terrorists were successfully neutralised in North Waziristan

PIA's direct flight to Paris will take off on Jan 10, 2025

Ban caused a loss of nearly $150 million a year to PIA, officials say

Winter not far behind as rains expected in parts of country

A westerly wave is likely to affect the upper parts of the country

LHC expresses displeasure over relaxation in market timings amid anti-smog measures

Justice Shahid Karim conducts hearing on plea to prevent smog

SC constitutional bench greenlights PIA privatisation in 'fair manner'

The constitutional bench disposed of the case by withdrawing the earlier order

Tremors felt in Lahore, several other cities of Punjab

According to Seismological Center, the intensity of earthquake was 5.1 on Richter scale

Fakhar continues to get ignored as Pakistan name squad for South Africa tour

Also earning the selectors nod for the first time in ODIs is Sufyan Moqim

Bradman 'baggy green' cap worn against India sells for $311,000

A sun-faded and insect-damaged test cap worn by Don Bradman has sold for A$479,700

S. Korean president abandons martial law attempt

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol abandoned a short-lived attempt at martial law on Wednesday.

Gazans walk miles for bread and flour amid war shortages

A United Nations-backed assessment last month warned of famine looming in the northern Gaza Strip

Cybercrime Amendment Bill proposes five-year imprisonment for spreading fake news

The draft also calls for establishment of a Digital Rights Protection Authority

Pakistan crowned Blind T20 World Cup champions

Pakistan reached the target in the 11th over

Time to shed the rot and activate the brain

The OUP, on the basis of public vote, announces Oxford Word of the Year for 2024

Embattled Imran Khan arrested in seven more protest cases

The court sent Imran Khan to jail on judicial remand in all these cases

President, PM extend felicitations to Dunya News on 16th anniversary

President Zardari, PM Shehbaz extend felicitations to Dunya News on 16th anniversary

Dunya News celebrates 16th anniversary

The network takes pride in bringing exclusive stories since 2008

Champions Trophy: Mohsin Naqvi says cricket should not be politicised

Says fans are eager for high-voltage match between Pakistan and India

Taste for art - $6.2m banana finds buyer

The piece represents a cultural phenomenon that bridges the worlds of art, memes, cryptocurrency

ATC holds Imran Khan responsible for May 9 mayhem in written verdict

Justice Manzar Ali Gill of ATC Lahore issues six-page long written verdict

Champions Trophy - Time for PCB to stand tall

Champions Trophy – Time for PCB to stand tall

ICC in a fix over Champions Trophy 2025 deadlock

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi conveyed point of view in ICC members' meeting

We are soldiers of none other than Imran Khan, Gandapur tells Bushra Bibi

Both Gandapur, Bushra Bibi exchange harsh words during PTI core committee meeting

PSX summits historic 100,000 peak amid 'economic, political gains'

The surge also holds symbolic significance as it is considered an indicator of economic trajectory

No Afghan national will stay in Islamabad without NOC after Dec 31, says Naqvi

He rejects ongoing propaganda of killings during the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf protest

450 PTI activists arrested: Bushra Bibi, Gandapur reach Mansehra after escaping operation

Gandapur, Bushra Bibi and Omar Ayub will address a press conference

Stocks nosedive amid 'haze of uncertainty' in country

The KSE-100 index broke its own record but then plummets by 3,506 points

Barrister Gohar meets Imran Khan, says there is no looking back

Barrister Gohar, Barrister Saif meet Imran Khan in Adiala Jail for consultation on protest call

Police resolve to act as Bushra Bibi spearheads PTI convoys to D-Chowk after removing barriers

Police fire tear gas shells on marchers to disperse them and they pelt police with stones

Firing near KP government's helicopter in strife-torn Parachinar

Helicopter carried members of KP delegation to Parachinar and all remained safe

Showdown looms in capital as PTI, govt stick to their guns

Massive security clampdown in place ahead of PTI's protest

Bullish trend continues in PSX as KSE-100 index a whisker short of 100,000 mark

Around 11 am there was unusual activity on the market as KSE-100 rose to 99,358 points

Bushra Bibi alleges pressure on Bajwa after Imran Khan's Saudi Arabia visit

Says the protest date will not change unless Imran Khan himself announces it

How Leadership 101 by Anosh Ahmed Equips Managers to Drive Success in a Changing World

How Leadership 101 by Anosh Ahmed Equips Managers to Drive Success in a Changing World

'Typographical error' led to misunderstanding about VPN use: CII

Modern tools must align with societal principles, says Dr Raghib Naeemi

Imran Khan may breathe easy as IHC grants bail in new Toshakhana reference

The judge orders jail authorities to set PTI founder at liberty

CII chairman clears the air about VPN decree amid public outcry

Says it all depends on the purpose for which the technology is being used

Veteran journalist, author Khaled Ahmed passes away at 81

His funeral prayer will be offered at Zaman Park at 3pm today (Monday)

How Beijing and London serve as valuable examples for Pakistan to battle smog

The use of technology and smart ways could save people's lives

Govt mulls three-day lockdown in Lahore, Multan to combat smog

Smog has become a national disaster, says Marriyum Aurangzeb

PSX continues promising streak with 94,763 on board

KSE-100 index touched 94,982 earlier in the day

Smog - A Ticking Time Bomb

Smog has reached alarming levels and is severely affecting the quality of life in Punjab

Smog denies 'breathing space' to people in Lahore, Multan

Lahore had an AQI of 499 around 10am on Wednesday

Arab-Islamic summit calls for stopping arms supply to Israel

The summit was held in Riyadh on Monday to address escalating crises in Gaza and Lebanon

Lahore remains most polluted city of world as smog blankets Punjab, KP

Early morning, the air quality index (AQI) of Lahore reached 968 which later dropped a bit

Hajj 2025: Govt fixes Rs1.2m in installments for pilgrimage

A total of 179,210 Pakistanis are expected to perform Hajj in 2025

Govt bans outdoor activities till Nov 17 as smog takes heavy toll on people's health

According to notification, department stores and grocers have been exempt

Bitcoin rises above $80,000 for first time

Bitcoin rises above $80,000 for first time

India confirm they won't visit Pakistan for Champions Trophy 2025

BCCI has formally informed ICC about the decision

Lahore on top of most polluted cities' chart; sections of motorways closed due to fog

The Swiss IQAir recorded AQI of Lahore at 688 at around 9 in the morning

PCB undeterred by India's possible absence from Champions Trophy: Mohsin Naqvi

"The BCCI cited security concerns for the decision and expressed desire to play games in Dubai"

LHC orders closure of markets at 8pm, other measures in smog-ridden Punjab

Govt apprehensive about measures taken by court, says judge

Rejuvenated Pakistan outclass Australia, level ODI series 1-1

Pakistan kept the playing eleven unchanged while Australia brought in Josh Hazlewood

Toddler knocks on LHC door to help ensure smog-free tomorrow

Says govt is responsible to provide clean and healthy environment to every citizen under Article 9A

Jubilant Trump pledges to heal America's wounds, end scourge of wars

"America has given us an unprecedented and powerful mandate," he told a roaring crowd of supporters

How much US election will cost?

Almost 15.09 billion dollars are expected to be spent in US election this year

Gender differences in voter turnout in US election

The female participation was remarkably huge in the last election

Harris or Trump: Bleeding Gaza keeps Muslims in a fix

Pakistani immigrants, other Muslims desire to vote for Trump for his anti-war stance: reports

Five biggest challenges which are top concern for US voters

This time foreign policy is also among the top issues in US elections given Ukraine and Gaza wars

Lahore continues to choke as AQI surpasses highly hazardous 1,000 mark

Air pollution is taking huge toll on the health of citizens with surge in suffocation

Five schoolchildren among nine killed, several injured in Mastung blast

A police vehicle is said to be target of the attackers and a school van was also hit

PIA sell-off halts as lone bidder offers paltry Rs10bn for stake

The bid is far below the Privatisation Commission’s expectation of Rs85.03bn

Mian Amer Mahmood elected PBA chairman

DawnNews CEO Shakeel Masood was elected as Secretary General

Kamala Harris - an iron lady with dreams and aspirations

Harris is the first female black vice president of US

US polls: Why November and why Tuesday?

The act of casting ballots on first Tuesday of November dates back almost 200 years

PSO teeters on the edge of default as circular debt reaches whooping Rs782bn

Company describes predicament of facing troubles in opening LCs in letter to finance ministry

Lahore bears the brunt of smog with alarmingly high AQI

Average Air Quality Index (AQI) of city was recorded at 347

Justice Yahya Afridi takes oath as 30th CJP

Senior puisne judge Justice Mansoor Ali Shah was conspicuous by his absence

41m young voters likely to cast votes in US Election 2024

The youth participation has been on rise for many years

Home series: Pakistan relish sweet smell of success after almost four years

Noman Ali and Sajid demolish England batting line in second innings of last match

Justice Mansoor Ali Shah stays away from full court reference for Qazi Faez Isa

Justice Shah informed the Supreme Court registrar about decision through a letter

May have made wrong decisions but Allah knows truth, admits Justice Isa

Awan gave reference of Justice Isa’s case in which he gave landmark judgement

US election - Let's know key facts

The United States has 50 states and District of Columbia (Washington)

Newly-appointed CJP Yahya Afridi meets outgoing CJP Isa

Yahya Afridi also went to chamber of Justice Mansoor Ali Shah

SC sends first case to constitutional benches after 26th amendment enactment

Constitutional benches would hear the constitutional cases

Who is Justice Yahya Afridi - next CJP?

Justice Afridi began his legal career in 1990

President assents to Justice Afridi as 30th Chief Justice of Pakistan

The PTI and SIC members did not attend the committee meeting held to pick CJP

Chief Justice Isa calls it a day

A full court reference was held to pay tribute to his services

Another challenge awaits govt after 26th amendment passage

Will appointment of new chief justice take place in time after historic amendment

President signs trumpeted 26th constitutional amendment a day after parliamentary nod

The National Assembly and the Senate passed the amendment on Sunday night

Senate session underway amid attempts to bring consensus on constitutional amendment

A nine-point NA agenda does not currently include the constitutional amendment

PM Shehbaz writes letter to Biden seeking Dr Aafia's release from US jail

52-year-old Afia has spent almost 16 years in US jail, says letter

Pakistan spin duo hand 152-run defeat to England, end 15-month drought

England were spun out for 144 runs by spinning duo of Sajid Khan and Noman Ali

Supermoon lights up Pakistan skies

It could be witnessed after sunset

Imran Khan no more in race of Oxford University's chancellorship

Khan, who is an Oxford alumni, is currently serving out his sentence in Adiala Jail

SCO summit: PM Shehbaz stresses need for regional cooperation for a better tomorrow

The prime minister expresses desire for meaningful discussions and outcomes

What you need to know about SCO

Organisation was formerly known as ‘Shanghai-Five’ which was formed in 1996

Pakistan's summit moment as SCO delegates reach Islamabad to discuss key issues

PM Shehbaz will also hold bilateral meetings with visiting heads of delegations

Pakistan all set to host SCO summit 2024 amid strict security

PM Shehbaz will also hold bilateral meetings with visiting heads of delegations

Fix or Flop? An overview of educational dilemma

Instead of selling out schools, government may outsource examination system: Experts opine

Let's meet Nobel and the winners of 2024

The announcement of Nobel Prize winners was made on Oct 7

England revel in records after routing Pakistan in first Test

English batsmen Joe Root and Harry Brook set a new partnership record for England

PSX weekly report highlights new peaks

2.61 billion shares were traded during the week

FBR gears up to net big fish to improve tax collection, says Langrial

Says the deadline for filing income tax returns will not go beyond Oct 14

Punjab's first ombudswoman Ayesha Hamid takes oath

Punjab governor administered the oath

Pakistan's Shehroze becomes youngest climber to summit all 14 peaks over 8,000m

Earlier, Sirbaz Khan became first Pakistani to climb all 14 world’s highest peaks

Blistering bulls take KSE-100 index to new high of 86,245 points

Analysts link the surge to improving macroeconomic outlook and possible policy rate

Majority support creation of new provinces in Dunya News survey

The survey has been conducted on Website, YouTube and X

Stocks go through the roof by surpassing 85,000 mark

Improving macroeconomic outlook with prospects of policy rate cut boost market sentiment

Gaza bleeds: Cries of anguish go unheard one year on

After more than 40,000 killed, isn’t it enough to hold Israel accountable for its war crimes?

World's first pilotless AI-powered plane made possible

Commercial airlines and military aviation have begun integrating AI technologies

Two Chinese engineers among three killed in 'oil tanker explosion' near Karachi airport

Sindh CM directs district administration to provide best treatment to the injured

KP CM Gandapur's 'disappearance' mystery still unresolved

Islamabad police took him into custody from KP House

'Please don't cry for me': Gaza child's will goes viral

Palestinian foreign ministry has shared the martyred child's will on X

Lahore in a tight spot as PTI bent on holding gathering despite roadblocks

Rangers have been deployed alongside Punjab police to ensure safety of citizens

PTI, govt lock horns over protest at Islamabad's D-Chowk

Govt has imposed Section-144 in Lahore, Rawalpindi, Attock and Sargodha

Dengue onslaught - How can you stay safe?

As many as 152 cases were reported across Punjab during last 24 hours

SC accepts review on Article 63-A, gives immunity to dissident votes

PTI founder’s quote irritated the CJP who asked Zafar not to mention his leader

Supreme Court resumes Article 63-A review petitions hearing

Imran Khan’s lawyer Ali Zafar will resume his arguments against the review petitions

'Sickening cycle of escalation' in Mideast must stop, UN chief says

UN chief called Wednesday for an end to the "sickening cycle of escalation" in the Middle East.

Middle East on the brink of disaster

Situation calls for restraint by all sides to prevent an all-out war

CJP Qazi Faez Isa rejects PTI's objection to bench hearing Article 63-A review plea

PTI's Mustafin Kazmi objected to inclusion of Justice Naeem Afghan and Justice Mazhar Alam in bench

UN Security Council calls emergency meeting amid aggravation in Middle East

UN Secretary General António Guterres once again called for an immediate ceasefire

Babar Azam steps down from white-ball captaincy of Pakistan team

Babar in his post at X said that it's time for me to step down and focus on my playing role.

Inflation eases to 44-month low of 6.9pc in September

This drop makes the case for further easing of monetary policy by the central bank

Nothing happens behind closed doors in Supreme Court, CJP Isa explains reconstitution of bench

“Without disturbing other benches, we included Justice Naeem Afghan in the larger bench,” CJP said

Dr Zakir Naik's security handed to SSU in Karachi

Police officials state his security has been assigned to Special Security Unit (SSU)

Justice Naeem Akhtar Afghan included in SC bench hearing Article 63-A review petition

Justice Munib Akhtar recused himself from the bench at the outset on Monday

Article 63 A revision case: Hearing adjourned as Justice Munib Akhtar refuses to join bench

A five-member bench was to hear the review petition filed by SCBA at 11:30am

Islamic scholar Dr Zakir Naik arrives in Pakistan

Dr Zakir Naik will address public gatherings in Islamabad, Karachi and Lahore

SC nullifies LHC's decision of rejecting election tribunals in Punjab

CJP Isa announces majority 5-0 verdict but two judges give additional notes

Colleges, varsities in Lahore say no to motorcyclists without helmets

HEC directs special campaign to ensure use of helmets by two-wheelers

World News Day - It's time to 'choose truth'

The theme of World News Day 2024 is ‘Choose Truth’ which has been designed by Daily Maverick of SA.

PTI, JUI-F may draft constitutional amendment of their own

Barrister Raja and Senator Murtaza Kamran will jointly draft constitutional amendment

Stocks on history-making spree after IMF loan approval

KSE-100 index touched all-time high of 82,720 points

IMF approves much-needed $7bn bailout package for Pakistan

IMF decided on Pakistan's plea in its Sept 25 board meeting

Terrorism case against KP CM Gandapur in Lahore

Gandapur says he will not tender an apology to anyone

Lt Gen Asim Malik appointed new ISI head

New ISI DG will formally start his duties on Sept 30

Supreme Court detailed verdict categorically declares PTI eligible for reserved seats

The 70-page verdict is written by Justice Mansoor Ali Shah

Stocks tumble after week-long steep rise

After losing 120 points, the KSE-100 index stood at 81,954 points on Monday

Dr Zakir Naik's expected visit to Pakistan sparks excitement among followers

The announcement was made on his official Facebook page on Sept 20

PTI's Lahore rally comes to dramatic end after city admin clampdown at dusk

The district administration had allowed the PTI to hold rally from 3pm to 6pm

NA Secretariat deprives PTI of seats, declares its members as that of SIC

“All 80 members of the PTI are members of the SIC," notification said

KSE-100 index peaks at 82,317 points as IMF deal on the cards

PSX continued to witness an upward trend during the last day of trading

British Empire Medal - Another feather in APS survivor's cap

King Charles III bestowed the British Empire Medal on Ahmed Nawaz

Pakistan's Shahzaib Rind wins World Karate CLH Championship

He has become first world champion from Pakistan in martial arts

Bulls rally on the trot as KSE-100 index reaches epoch-making 81,972 points

The KSE-100 index reached all-time high amid hopes of IMF loan approval

JUI-F chief Fazlur Rehman sticks to stance on constitutional amendment bill

Says accepting such a legislation will be dishonesty with the nation

Energy ministry 'hoodwinks' Maryam Nawaz by limiting relief to power consumers

The LESCO also confirmed that the chief minister had announced relief for all

Bulls rule stock market as IMF includes Pakistan in executive board meeting on Sept 25

After a day’s break of Eid-e-Milad, the KSE-100 index reached 80,549 points