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BCB denies ICC venue deadline reportsPublished on: January 20, 2026 6:45 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 20 -- The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) rejected reports claiming the ICC set a deadline for its T20 World Cup matches. The venue for Bangladesh's matches remains uncertain, and no fin... Read More


New peak for gold: Rs4,300 gain in a dayPublished on: January 20, 2026 6:30 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 20 -- Gold prices in Pakistan surged to a new all-time high on Tuesday, reaching Rs493,662 per tola. The increase of Rs4,300 follows gains in the international market. Analysts say risi... Read More


Kohat strike: Massive oil and gas reserves foundPublished on: January 20, 2026 6:15 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 20 -- The Oil & Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) announced a major oil and gas discovery in Kohat. The new Baragzai X-1 well will produce 3,100 barrels of crude oil and 81,500 mi... Read More


UK considers social media ban for childrenPublished on: January 20, 2026 6:15 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 20 -- The UK government is exploring measures to better protect children online, including an Australia-style ban on social media for minors and stricter mobile phone use rules in schoo... Read More


Islamic bank backs Pakistan with $603m projectsPublished on: January 20, 2026 6:00 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 20 -- Pakistan signed three financing agreements worth $603.4 million with the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) to boost infrastructure and social programs. The deals were inked between ... Read More


Pakistan eyes global markets after years awayPublished on: January 20, 2026 6:00 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 20 -- Pakistan is preparing to return to international bond markets after a four-year break, as the government points to improved economic stability following a prolonged period of fina... Read More


Greenland in spotlight as Trump questions DenmarkPublished on: January 20, 2026 5:45 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 20 -- US President Donald Trump said the United States would discuss acquiring Greenland at this week's Davos World Economic Forum. He cited security concerns, claiming Denmark cannot p... Read More


Zayn Malik sparks fan Frenzy with hidden surprisesPublished on: January 20, 2026 5:30 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 20 -- Zayn Malik has sparked excitement among fans by launching a playful treasure hunt just days before his Las Vegas residency, blending music teasers, exclusive merchandise, and surp... Read More


PM Shehbaz vows to eradicate terrorism, praises KP sacrificesPublished on: January 20, 2026 5:30 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 20 -- Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed his government's commitment to eliminating terrorism from Pakistan, highlighting the armed forces' role in safeguarding the natio... Read More


Punjab courts enforce biometric checks to stop fraudPublished on: January 20, 2026 5:16 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 20 -- Courts across Punjab have introduced mandatory NADRA-based biometric verification for all parties, marking a major step toward curbing fake litigation, fraudulent bail practices, ... Read More