» Govt extends deadline of Hajj visa biometric verification
09/02/26 14:32 from GEO TV - Pakistan
Muslim pilgrims circle the Kaaba as they perform Tawaf at the Grand Mosque, during the annual Hajj pilgrimage, in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, June 18, 2024. — Reuters The deadline for completing the Saudi visa biometric for this year's H...

» Gulf countries' visa restrictions linked to Pakistani begging mafia: defence minister
09/02/26 14:10 from GEO TV - Pakistan
A person hands out cash to a roadside beggar. — AFP/FileOrganised recruiters send women, children abroad: Asif.Minister says airport officials facilitating illegal departures.Contractors shield beggars during police crackdowns: min...

» Pakistan seeks stronger ties with Japan after Takaichi re-elected as PM
09/02/26 13:36 from GEO TV - Pakistan
A collage showing PM Shehbaz Sharif and Japan's re-elected PM Sanae Takaichi. — PID/AFP/FilePM Shehbaz wants to bolster bilateral relations.Prime Minister Takaichi sweeps to historic win.Takaichi vows to make major policy shifts. P...

» Court indicts YouTuber Ducky Bhai, wife in gambling, betting application case
09/02/26 11:33 from GEO TV - Pakistan
YouTuber Saadur Rehman, popularly known as Ducky Bhai gets emotional recounting his experience in NCCIA custody in this image taken from a video released on his YouTube channel, December 7, 2025. — YouTube@DuckyBhaiJudicial Magistr...

» Visa requests of Imran Khan's sons Kasim, Sulaiman 'pending with interior ministry'
09/02/26 11:21 from GEO TV - Pakistan
PTI founder Imran Khan's sons Kasim Khan and Sulaiman Khan speak during an interview with Sky News. — Sky NewsImran's sons' applications pending in ministry's Islamabad section.Sources say Kasim, Sulaiman didn't pursue their applic...

» SC dismisses request for 'immediate meeting' with Imran Khan
09/02/26 10:40 from GEO TV - Pakistan
PTI founder Imran Khan after appearing at the Lahore High Court on March 17, 2023. — AFPNotice to govt issued on Latif Khosa’s request.SC questions maintainability of petition at current stage.CJP Afridi says case may already...

» Is kite-flying banned after Basant conclusion?
09/02/26 10:37 from GEO TV - Pakistan
Sky filled with kites during the setting sun hours, marking the last day of Basant, a kite-flying festival, in Lahore, February 8, 2026. — Reuters Lahoris and people from across the country celebrated the much-awaited Basant in Lah...

» TTAP's Feb 8 strike call draws largely 'muted response'
09/02/26 09:17 from GEO TV - Pakistan
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf supporters hold protest demonstration against alleged massive rigging in the February 8, 2024 general elections in Peshawar, February 8, 2026. — PPI ImagesRoutine life continues nationwide despite strike ca...

» Basant concludes in Lahore after three days of celebrations and festivity
09/02/26 09:13 from GEO TV - Pakistan
People fly kites during the Basant festival in Lahore on February 6, 2026. — AFPMinisters hint at "even more vibrant" celebrations in coming years.CM Maryam lauds citizens for celebrating with caution and responsibility.Chief minis...

» PM Shehbaz expected to attend first Trump‑launched 'Board of Peace' meeting
09/02/26 02:41 from GEO TV - Pakistan
US President Donald Trump and PM Shehbaz Sharif speak at the signing ceremony of the Board of Peace in Davos on January 22, 2026. — screengrab via White House’s YouTube channelInvitation extended by US President Donald Trump ...

» Karachi Literature Festival ends with healthy cultural debates
09/02/26 00:11 from GEO TV - Pakistan
A participant delivers her address at the 17th Karachi Literature Festival held at a local hotel in Karachi on February 8, 2026. — Geo News The 17th Karachi Literature Festival came to a vibrant close on its third and final day, ce...

» Police briefly detain JI lawmaker, supporters outside ECP Karachi office
08/02/26 20:30 from GEO TV - Pakistan
Police take JI workers into to custody from outside ECP office in Karachi on February 8, 2026. — JIJI stages protest outside ECP office against election rigging.No JI workers arrested or taken to police station, says SSP.PPP-led Si...

» President Zardari says 'some neighbouring nations' aiding terrorists against Pakistan
08/02/26 19:09 from GEO TV - Pakistan
President Asif Ali Zardari addressing the Second Golden Panda Awards International Culture Forum in China on September 13, 2025. — PIDPresident says terrorism could not be confronted by single nation.Messages of solidarity comforti...

» Reko Diq project: Balochistan to establish dedicated Frontier Corps for mineral-bearing area
08/02/26 15:34 from GEO TV - Pakistan
An image of the Reko Diq mines in Balochistan. — APP/FileBalochistan to beef up intel network, work closely with companies.Shahid Rind says govt extremely serious about foreign investment.Barrick says it will "immediately" review i...

» Islamabad picks concrete over trees, angering residents
08/02/26 15:41 from GEO TV - Pakistan
This photograph taken on January 13, 2026 shows ongoing construction work after felling trees near the Shakarparian forest in Islamabad. — AFP ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's capital, Islamabad, was once known for its lush greenery, but the ...

» Groom-to-be martyred while stopping suicide bomber in Islamabad blast
08/02/26 12:56 from GEO TV - Pakistan
Young man , named Aun Abbas, who embraced martyrdom in suicide bombing at Khadijat-ul-Kubra Imambargah in Islamabad’s Tarlai area. — Screengrab via YouTube/Geo News A young man who was just weeks away from starting a new life...

» PDMA issues alert as rain, snowfall forecast in KP and Balochistan
08/02/26 12:31 from GEO TV - Pakistan
Representational image shows a vehicle after getting stuck in snow along a road after a heavy snowfall in Murree on January 8, 2022. — AFP Rain and light snowfall are forecast in parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa through Tuesday and in 1...

» China condemns Islamabad imambargah attack, pledges support for Pakistan
08/02/26 11:02 from GEO TV - Pakistan
Police stand guard at the scene a day after the suicide bombing of a mosque in Islamabad on February 7, 2026. — AFPBeijing mourns lives lost, expresses solidarity with injured.33 people killed, dozens injured in imambargah suicide ...

» Basant festivities extended till 5am on Monday amid 'incredible energy'
08/02/26 10:33 from GEO TV - Pakistan
A man flies a kite from a rooftop to mark Basant, a kite-flying festival, in Lahore on February 6, 2026. — ReutersThree-day basant festival commenced on Feb 6.Kite-flying fair returned after lifting of 25-year ban.Lahore's sky stud...

» Barrister Gohar demands apology over Tarar's claim linking PTI to terrorism
08/02/26 05:21 from GEO TV - Pakistan
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali and Information Minister Atta Tarar. — Reuters/APP/File Gohar rejects Tarar’s claim, calls remarks reckless and divisive.Tarar makes remarks at Lahore presser linked to su...

» Hong Kong court jails media tycoon and British citizen Jimmy Lai for 20 years

09/02/26 16:19 - BBC News - World

» Eritrea accuses Ethiopia of fabricating report its troops had crossed the border

09/02/26 15:35 - BBC News - World

» Outrage as South Korean official suggests 'importing' foreign women to boost birth rate

09/02/26 14:45 - BBC News - World

» Bad Bunny makes history as Trump criticises 'terrible' Super Bowl show

09/02/26 14:36 - BBC News - World

» 'Together we are America' - Bad Bunny appeals for unity at Super Bowl half-time show

09/02/26 14:20 - BBC News - World

» 'Super exciting!' - Seahawks fans celebrate Super Bowl win

09/02/26 13:53 - BBC News - World

» Senegal arrests 14 members of alleged paedophile gang linked to France

09/02/26 13:08 - BBC News - World

» Japanese stocks surge as Takaichi secures historic election victory

09/02/26 12:56 - BBC News - World

» Venezuela's opposition says party leader kidnapped hours after being freed

09/02/26 12:53 - BBC News - World

» Is Bangladesh's youth turning against India?

09/02/26 12:00 - BBC News - World

» Are Bangladesh's youth turning against India?

09/02/26 12:00 - BBC News - World

» BBC reports from outside court after Jimmy Lai sentencing

09/02/26 11:59 - BBC News - World

» Israeli president lays wreath at Bondi at start of controversial visit

09/02/26 11:53 - BBC News - World

» Seahawks dominate Patriots to claim second Super Bowl

09/02/26 10:44 - BBC News - World

» Seahawks dominate Patriots to win second Super Bowl

09/02/26 10:44 - BBC News - World

» Seahawks dominate Patriots to win Super Bowl

09/02/26 10:44 - BBC News - World

» Christchurch shooter seeks to overturn guilty plea

09/02/26 10:31 - BBC News - World

» Bad Bunny piles on Puerto Rican patriotism at Super Bowl half-time show

09/02/26 08:30 - BBC News - World

» 'Together we are America' - Bad Bunny sends message at Super Bowl half-time show

09/02/26 08:30 - BBC News - World

» Spanish train drivers to begin nationwide strike after fatal crashes

09/02/26 08:00 - BBC News - World

» This billionaire tested China's limits. It cost him his freedom

09/02/26 07:59 - BBC News - World

» How off-the-shelf drones are changing jihadist warfare in West Africa

09/02/26 05:09 - BBC News - World

» Japan's PM Takaichi on course to win snap election by landslide

09/02/26 04:43 - BBC News - World

» Luxury travel takes off as plane makers chase Asia's super-rich

09/02/26 04:01 - BBC News - World

» Plane makers chase Asia's super-rich with luxe new private jets

09/02/26 04:01 - BBC News - World

» UAE eye upset in T20 World Cup group of death
09/02/26 16:20 from Business Recorder - Latest News
BENGALURU: The United Arab Emirates are dreaming big as they prepare for the start of their third Twenty20 World Cup campaign on Tuesday, hoping for a famous win in what looks a very strong group. The Gulf nation, who have won only one m...

» Indian rupee finds muted relief from weaker dollar; corporate flows dominate
09/02/26 16:15 from Business Recorder - Latest News
MUMBAI: The Indian rupee closed a tad weaker on Monday, unable to benefit from a broadly weaker dollar in the face of corporate demand for the greenback over a trading session that was also marked by technical glitches. The Indian rupee ...

» Indian shares rise on US trade optimism, strong earnings from top lender SBI
09/02/26 16:10 from Business Recorder - Latest News
Indian shares rose on Monday after an interim framework for a trade deal with the United States and strong earnings from the country’s largest lender State Bank of India lifted sentiment, with positive global cues adding support. The Nif...

» PM Shehbaz announces $1 billion investment in AI by 2030
09/02/26 15:56 from Business Recorder - Latest News
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday announced to invest one billion dollars in Artificial Intelligence (AI) by 2030. The development comes a day after Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb and Saudi Arab...

» Symmetry Group approves Rs1.25bn investment plan
09/02/26 15:24 from Business Recorder - Latest News
Symmetry Group Limited approved on Monday an aggregate investment plan of up to Rs1,250 million, including the acquisition of a US-based technology firm and a strategic investment in a local AI and data-driven digital company. The compan...

» AI platform Qureos raises $5mn seed round to fix hiring problems
09/02/26 15:14 from Business Recorder - Latest News
Qureos, an AI-driven hiring platform founded in the Middle East, has closed a $5 million seed round led by Prosus Ventures and Salica Oryx Fund, with participation from Oraseya Capital, PlusVC, F6 Ventures, BDev Ventures, Sunny Side Vent...

» Pakistan dispatches 28th humanitarian aid consignment to Palestine
09/02/26 14:49 from Business Recorder - Latest News
On the directives of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has dispatched an additional humanitarian aid consignment for the people of Palestine. “The 28th relief consignment, comprising 100 ton...

» Scotland spoil Italy’s T20 World Cup debut with big win
09/02/26 14:29 from Business Recorder - Latest News
KOLKATA: T20 World Cup debutants Italy had a bruising introduction to cricket’s biggest stage as they suffered a crushing 73-run loss to Scotland on Monday in Kolkata. Scotland posted a hefty 207-4 with opener George Munsey top-scoring w...

» Australia humiliated by Ecuador in Davis Cup qualifier
09/02/26 14:23 from Business Recorder - Latest News
MELBOURNE: Australia slumped to their worst Davis Cup result under long-serving captain Lleyton Hewitt, suffering a 3-1 humiliation away to lowly Ecuador in the first round of qualifiers on Sunday. With Australia’s number one Alex De Min...

» Russia’s Lavrov sees no ‘bright future’ for economic ties with US
09/02/26 14:21 from Business Recorder - Latest News
MOSCOW: Russia remains open for cooperation with the United States but is not hopeful about economic ties despite Washington’s ongoing efforts to end the Ukraine war, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said in an interview published ...

» UK’s Prince William and Princess Kate ‘deeply concerned’ by Epstein files
09/02/26 14:19 from Business Recorder - Latest News
LONDON: Britain’s Prince William and Princess Kate said they were “deeply concerned” by the revelations in files over the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, making their first statement on the issue. Latest Epstein file dump rocks UK roy...

» Nishat Hotels formally withdraws PAI for Rafhan Maize Deal
09/02/26 14:18 from Business Recorder - Latest News
Nishat Hotels and Properties Limited said that it had formally withdrawn the existing Public Announcement of Intention (PAI) as of February 10, 2026 of acquiring Rafhan Maize Products Company Limited (RMPL), Next Capital Limited announce...

» GSP Plus status: Ishaq Dar reviews measures to expand trade ties with EU
09/02/26 13:12 from Business Recorder - Latest News
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Monday chaired a high-level inter-ministerial meeting to review measures aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s economic and trade cooperation with the European Union. F...

» Injury-hit Australia can still contend at World Cup, says Ellis
09/02/26 12:54 from Business Recorder - Latest News
Injury-hit Australia limp into the T20 World Cup without leading fast bowlers Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood but Nathan Ellis says the team’s depleted attack can still carry the nation to glory. Cummins pulled out with a back injury and ...

» Building collapse in Lebanon’s Tripoli kills 13, search for missing continues
09/02/26 12:50 from Business Recorder - Latest News
The death toll from the collapse of a residential building in the Lebanese city of Tripoli rose to 13, as rescue teams continued to search for missing people beneath the rubble, Lebanon’s National News Agency reported on Monday. Rescue w...

» Bangladesh poll rivals rally on final day of campaign
09/02/26 12:37 from Business Recorder - Latest News
DHAKA: Bangladesh’s election campaign entered its final day Monday ahead of the February 12 vote, as rival parties invoked the 2024 uprising that ended the autocratic rule of Sheikh Hasina . Tens of thousands of flag waving supporters ha...

» Moody’s revises Pakistan’s banking sector outlook to stable amid gradual recovery
09/02/26 12:46 from Business Recorder - Latest News
In a key development for the country’s banking sector, Moody’s has revised Pakistan’s banking sector outlook to stable from positive, citing a gradual economic recovery and an improving fiscal and external position. “We have changed our ...

» SC rejects PTI lawyers’ plea for immediate meeting with Imran Khan
09/02/26 14:56 from Business Recorder - Latest News
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has rejected a plea from Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawyers for an immediate meeting with their party’s founding chairman Imran Khan, while issuing new directives across various cases, Aaj News reported....

» Bangladesh women march to demand representation in polls
09/02/26 12:26 from Business Recorder - Latest News
DHAKA: Bangladeshi women carried flaming torches through the streets of Dhaka on Monday, marching to demand justice and political representation in the coming elections. Despite helping spearhead the 2024 uprising that paved the way for ...

» AlUla Conference: Aurangzeb highlights Pakistan’s debt-to-GDP decline, fiscal progress
09/02/26 12:17 from Business Recorder - Latest News
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said that Pakistan has reduced its debt-to-GDP ratio from 74% to 70% over the past three years, while managing external debt, lowering interest costs, and smoothing maturities. The federal minister rem...