Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Eid ul Fitr 2026 is expected to be observed on Saturday, March 21, in Pakistan, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan, which completes a 30-day cycle this year. Astronomical experts have indicated that the Shawwal crescent moon is unlikely to be sighted on the evening of March 19. According to the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere …

KARACHI: Sindh Interior Minister Ziaul Hasan Lanjhar visited the Central Police Office (CPO) Karachi to assess the citywide security situation, monitoring systems, and arrangements of Hazrat Ali (RA) martyrdom day. On arrival, Minister Lanjhar was welcomed by Inspector General of Police Sindh Javed Alam Odho and other senior police officials. Provincial Minister for Local Government, Nasir Hussain Shah, was also …

Southern California: Heat Advisory has been issued for all cities in the Inland Empire and the entire high desert region, effective Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM through Friday, 8:00 PM. Temperatures are expected to reach 93–98°F during this period. Forecasters warn that the hot conditions may lead to heat-related illnesses, with very warm temperatures continuing into the weekend …

For decades, the term “incurable disease” represented an impenetrable barrier in medical science — a phrase where hope seemed to vanish as soon as it was uttered. But as 2026 unfolds, artificial intelligence (AI) is beginning to crack that wall, bringing new possibilities for treatment and prevention. In today’s AI-powered world, researchers are no longer just treating symptoms—they are redefining …

Under the framework, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR)’s tax collection target has been reduced to PKR 13.45 trillion by June 2026. ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are close to reaching a consensus on the revised economic and fiscal framework for the current financial year. Under the framework, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR)’s tax collection target …

DHAKA Bangladesh registered a comprehensive eight-wicket victory over Pakistan in the first match of the three-match ODI series, comfortably chasing down the modest target set by the visitors. Bangladesh achieved the 115-run target in just 15.1 overs, putting in a dominant batting display at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka. Tanzid Hasan played a brilliant unbeaten knock of 67 …

DHAKA Bangladesh registered a comprehensive eight-wicket victory over Pakistan in the first match of the three-match ODI series, comfortably chasing down the modest target set by the visitors. Bangladesh achieved the 115-run target in just 15.1 overs, putting in a dominant batting display at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka. Tanzid Hasan played a brilliant unbeaten knock of 67 …

ISLAMABAD: Armed forces are continuing Operation Ghazab-Lil-Haq against Afghan Taliban and the militant group described as Fitna-al-Khawarij, with security sources reporting heavy militant losses during the ongoing operation. According to security officials, Pakistani forces targeted Afghan Taliban check posts No. 2 and 3 in the Zhob sector along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. The swift and decisive response forced militants to abandon …

Israeli airstrikes on the central Iranian city of Isfahan have caused significant damage to some of the country’s most treasured cultural landmarks, Iran’s Ministry of Culture and Heritage has said. Photos and video released by the ministry show parts of the 17th‑century Ali Qapu Palace and the nearby Chehel Sotoun palace and garden suffering serious harm after strikes on Monday. …

Bangladesh’s bowlers dominated throughout the innings, dismantling Pakistan’s batting order and restricting the team to 114 all out. DHAKA : Pakistan’s batting line-up collapsed dramatically in the first match of the three-match ODI series against Bangladesh, as the visitors were bowled out for just 114 runs — their lowest-ever total against Bangladesh in One Day Internationals. The match is being …