US-Iran talks continues in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: In Islamabad, direct negotiations between US and Iranian representatives have begun, with Pakistan serving as a facilitator, according to The talks come amid ongoing...
Pakistan resumes Middle East flight operations after US-Iran truce
LAHORE: Flight services between Pakistan and Middle Eastern destinations have started returning to normal after a ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran eased...
President Zardari praises US-Iran ceasefire, stresses need for regional stability
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has expressed his support for the recent ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, calling it a crucial step...
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World media hails Pakistan’s diplomatic push in preventing regional escalation
ISLAMABAD: Leading international media outlets have praised Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts for helping defuse a potentially major conflict in the region, highlighting Islamabad’s growing influence on...
Karachi Court orders SSGC to compensate Rs30 million for gas explosion fatalities
KARACHI: A Karachi-based court has held Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) accountable for negligence in connection with the deaths resulting from a deadly gas explosion...
Targeted petrol subsidy Rs.2,000 to Be credited directly to citizens’ accounts
ISLAMABAD: A new process has been established for delivering targeted petrol subsidies to the public. Officials from the Ministry of Information Technology have clarified that...
Iffat Omar accuses Ali Zafar of private messages spanning 8 years
WEB DESK: Iffat Omar claims to possess proof of the messages and is demanding an explanation from Zafar. According to detail, Sharing her statement on...
Farooq Sattar warns, Rising petrol prices could fuel crime, suicides
KARACHI: Dr. Farooq Sattar, a senior leader of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P), expressed strong opposition to the recent surge in petrol prices, cautioning that...
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Woman allegedly Gang-Raped in moving van near Rawat; separate rape suspect arrested in Gujar Khan
RAWALPINDI: A 19-year-old woman was allegedly gang-raped by four men inside a moving van in the Rawat area. According to officials, the incident occurred within...
Electricity bills shock ordinary consumers as billing formula changed
ISLAMABAD: A major change in tariff structure or electricity bills approved by the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has triggered widespread public concern. Electricity...
Punjab government to take firm action against YDA president Dr. Shoaib Niazi
LAHORE: The Punjab government has announced plans to implement strict disciplinary measures against Muhammad Shoaib Niazi, President of the Young Doctors Association (YDA) Punjab, in...
MQM-P launches nationwide digital membership drive ahead of local polls
KARACHI: Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) has initiated a countrywide online membership campaign through its official website. Citizens can now register by filling out a digital...
Iran defiant as Trump threatens strikes on oil hub, power grid
TEHRAN: Iran launched a fresh wave of missile attacks early Tuesday, signaling defiance after U.S. President Donald Trump warned of devastating strikes on the country’s...
PPMA Refutes Claims of Medicine Shortage, Assures Steady Supply Nationwide
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association has strongly denied reports suggesting a shortage of medicines in the country, reassuring the public that supplies remain stable...
Indirect US-Iran talks underway through Pakistan: DPM
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has said the indirect talks between the United States and Iran are taking place through messages being relayed by...
People’s liberation army Navy Vessel DAQING arrives in Pakistan
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Navy warmly welcomed the People’s Liberation Army Navy ship DAQING as it arrived in port for upcoming joint bilateral exercises, according to the...
Pakistan emerges as key mediator in US-Israel-Iran conflict: FT report
ISLAMABAD: As the conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran enters its fourth week, Pakistan is taking a prominent diplomatic role in efforts to...
Iran launches missile strikes on Israel, rejects Trump’s claims of ongoing talks
TEHRAN: Tensions in the Middle East escalated further as Iran fired multiple waves of missiles toward Israel, according to Israeli military officials. Air raid sirens...
Pakistan military leaders vow unwavering commitment to protect national security
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan’s military leadership has reiterated their unwavering dedication to defending the nation’s sovereignty, combating terrorism, and maintaining internal stability. In a strong statement, the...
Pakistan celebrates national day with simplicity amid Middle East-linked economic measures
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan observed its national day on Monday with patriotic fervor, but the celebrations were subdued and marked by austerity, reflecting recent government-imposed restrictions amid...
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Beijing-backed brain chip firm says it is 3 years behind Musk’s Neuralink
BEIJING: Leading Chinese state-backed brain-computer interface (BCI) startup NeuCyber Neurotech said its most cutting-edge product is still three years behind Elon Musk’s Neuralink, as Beijing...
IRGC Claims Strike on US F-35 Amid Rising Tensions
TEHRAN: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced that it targeted and “heavily damaged” a US-made F-35 Lightning II aircraft over central Iran, in...
Pakistan slams Taliban claim of violating temporary ceasefire
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has rejected allegations made by a spokesperson of the Afghan Taliban accusing it of breaching a temporary ceasefire, describing the claims as baseless...
DG ISPR issues stern warning to Afghan Taliban: choose between regime security, self-destruction
ISLAMABAD: Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, Director-General of the Inter-Services Public Relations (DG-ISPR), has issued a strong warning to the Afghan Taliban, urging them to...
Heavy rain, strong winds hit various areas of Karachi
KARACHI: Heavy rain accompanied by strong winds has begun in several parts of Karachi. Areas including North Nazimabad, North Karachi, Sargodha, Federal B Area, Saddar,...
Senate clarification sparks more questions over chairman’s luxury vehicle purchase
ISLAMABAD: A statement issued by the Senate Secretariat on Monday in response to reports about a luxury vehicle for Yousaf Raza Gilani has added to...
Six militants killed in CTD-police operation in Kohat
KOHAT: At least six terrorists were killed during a joint operation carried out by the Counter Terrorism Department and police in Kohat on Sunday, officials...
Secure arrival: Pakistani navy escorts two oil tankers from Fujairah amid rising security threats
KARACHI: Two oil tankers carrying an estimated 100 to 120 million liters of fuel have successfully arrived in Karachi from Fujairah, United Arab Emirates. The...
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari congratulates Nihal Hashmi on assuming Sindh Governorship
KARACHI: Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, extended his congratulations to Nihal Hashmi on his recent appointment as the Governor of Sindh....
Pakistan conducts successful airstrikes in Afghanistan
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan’s military has executed precise airstrikes across Afghanistan as part of Operation Ghazab Lil Haq. Sources within security agencies confirmed that the Pakistan Armed...
UN security council urges Iran to stop attacks on Gulf nations
WEB DESK: The United Nations Security Council on Wednesday adopted a resolution calling on Iran to immediately stop its attacks on Gulf countries. The resolution,...
Amid escalating Middle East tensions, PM Shehbaz heads to Saudi Arabia for urgent talks
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif departed for a short official visit to Saudi Arabia on Thursday as tensions in the Middle East continue to intensify...
Pakistan condemns Israeli Military strikes on Lebanon
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has strongly denounced Israel’s recent military operations targeting Lebanon, describing them as a serious breach of international law and calling for urgent international...
Educational Institutions across Sindh to remain closed from March 16 to 31
KARACHI: The Sindh government has announced the immediate closure of all educational institutions across the province effective from March 16 through 31. The decision was...
88 flights from Pakistan cancelled as middle east airspace closures disrupt travel
ISLAMABAD: Flight operations in Pakistan remained disrupted on Sunday as multiple countries continued to restrict their airspace due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle...
Govt raises petrol, diesel prices by Rs.55 per liter
ISLAMABAD: The government has announced an increase in the prices of petroleum products. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Finance Minister Muhammad Orangaizab, and Petroleum Minister...
PM Shehbaz orders strict action against fuel hoarding
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday directed authorities to launch a strict crackdown on the hoarding of petroleum products amid concerns about fuel supply...
Pakistan’s diesel, petrol supplies cover 28 days demand: FM Aurangzeb
ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb informed the Senate Committee on Finance that Pakistan currently has sufficient diesel and petrol reserves to last for 28 days....
PM Shehbaz holds closed-door meeting with Lawmakers on regional security
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday presided over a high-level meeting of parliamentary leaders in Islamabad to discuss the rapidly changing regional security environment....
India’s diplomatic tightrope: debate intensifies over Modi’s Israel outreach amid Iran tensions
New Delhi / Jerusalem / Tehran : A fresh political storm has erupted in India following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent diplomatic engagement with Israel,...
Pakistan,Turkey reaffirm commitment to regional peace, stability
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif had a telephonic discussion with Turkish President Tayyeb Erdogan this evening, emphasizing the need to work together for regional...
Medical team from PIMS. Shifa trust examines Imran Khan’s wounded eye in Adiala Jail
RAWALPINDI: A group of doctors from PIMS and Shifa Trust Eye Hospital visited Adiala Jail to assess the condition of former PTI leader Imran Khan’s...
Massive gridlock on I.I. Chundrigar road after key Karachi routes sealed for security
KARACHI: Severe gridlock gripped central Karachi on Tuesday after authorities sealed off major routes around the city’s business district for security reasons, triggering long tailbacks...
Pakistani national killed in Iranian missile strike on UAE, officials confirm
DUBAI: The Pakistani Embassy in the United Arab Emirates has urged its citizens to remain alert following escalating tensions in the region. In a post...
Pakistan claims control of 32 Sq Km area along Afghan border
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan’s security forces have reportedly assumed control of a 32-square-kilometer area near the Pakistan-Afghanistan border amid escalating tensions between the two sides. The development...
Pakistan’s sovereignty non-negotiable, affirm PM, President
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s top political leadership has reiterated that the country’s security and territorial integrity are beyond compromise amid heightened tensions along the Pakistan–Afghanistan border. Shehbaz...
Opposition accepts govt’s proposal for talks amid deadlock over Imran Khan’s eye treatment
ISLAMABAD: The opposition alliance, Tehreek Tahaffuz-e-Aiyeen Pakistan (TTAP), has agreed to engage in negotiations with the government to break the ongoing political impasse concerning former...
India’s response to Balochistan incident ‘Reinforces Pakistan’s Position,’ Says FO
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Foreign Office on Thursday stated that India’s reaction to the recent terrorist attacks in Balochistan has, in effect, validated Islamabad’s longstanding concerns about...
Dar departs for Saudi Arabia to attend OIC session on Israeli actions
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar left for Saudi Arabia on Thursday for a three-day visit to participate in a...
England clinches T20 World Cup semi-final spot with win over Pakistan
WEB DESK: Harry Brook’s century guides England to victory by two wickets, securing their place in the semi-finals England confirmed their qualification for the ICC...