The first total lunar eclipse of the year will take place on Tuesday and will be visible in Pakistan as well as various parts of the world. According to the Meteorological Department, the celestial event will be a spectacular sight, with the moon taking on a reddish hue – commonly known as the ‘Blood Moon’. […]
Terrorists attempted 16 physical attacks in Balochistan, all were repelled At least 67 Taliban terrorists were killed in separate operations in Balochistan and Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on Tuesday, while a soldier of the Balochistan Frontier Corps (FC) was martyred during the ongoing counter-terrorism operations, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said. “Operation Ghazab Lil Haq” was launched on
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Embassy, consulates suspend services until March 6 after unrest and breakdown of Karachi consulate amid regional conflict Security officers stand guard in front of the American consulate in Karachi, March 1, 2026. PHOTO: AFP ISLAMABAD/KARACHI/LAHORE: The US Embassy in Islamabad and the consulates general in Lahore and Karachi have canceled all visa appointments until Friday,
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If a team member remains in Russia and attempts to flee to Europe, legal action will be taken. Federal Investigation Agency (FIA). PHOTO: FILE PESHAWAR: The Peshawar Zone Anti-Human Trafficking Circle of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has received complaints regarding the recent tour to Moscow, Russia, of Pakistan’s Kyokushin Karate team, suggesting the involvement
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Pakistan serves as both a source and transit route for the illicit trade in reptiles, mammals and medicinal plants. Community awareness session with women to discuss possible drivers of illegal snow leopard trade PHOTO: EXPRESS LAHORE: On World Wildlife Day 2026, WWF-Pakistan has called for urgent measures to combat the illegal wildlife trade and unsustainable
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LAHORE: At least 410 people lost their lives and 37,938 others were seriously injured in road accidents across Punjab in February 2026, according to data released by the Department of Emergency Services (Rescue 1122). Department of Emergency Services Secretary Dr Rizwan Naseer reviewed the operational performance of all districts for the month and expressed grave
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A key artery connecting Malir Cantt to Malir Halt is collapsing into a dangerous zone of potholes and sewage, turning daily commutes into tests of endurance. EXPRESS Photo LAHORE: An evidence-based study conducted by the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has revealed significant inequalities in access to clean water and sanitation in Lahore, with
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The court notes that the receipt was not subjected to forensic examination; no evidence that it was subjected to the ECP Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi. Photo: File ISLAMABAD: A District and Sessions Court in Islamabad has granted pre-arrest bail to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and former Prime Minister Imran Khan in six
Islamabad court grants bail to Imran Khan ahead of arrest in six cases, Bushra in one Read More »
Rare use of force at diplomatic post follows deadly breach amid protests over Khamenei assassination Police and paramilitary vehicles stand outside the U.S. Consulate General, a day after a protest following news of U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in Karachi, Pakistan, March 2, 2026. REUTERS KARACHI: U.S.
US Marines fired on protesters who stormed Karachi consulate, officials say Read More »
KARACHI: Major roads in the metropolis remained closed Monday for the second consecutive day, as heightened security measures around the U.S. consulate continued to disrupt traffic in key commercial corridors. According to the Karachi Traffic Police, all roads leading to the US Consulate General were closed due to security concerns and threats of potential protests.
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