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Pakistan, seven other Islamic nations denounce Israel’s actions in the West Bank

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 17, 2026February 17, 2026

February 17, 2026February 17, 20260283

WEB DESK: The foreign ministers of eight Islamic nations, including Pakistan, have expressed strong condemnation of Israel’s recent decision to designate land in the occupied...

PM shehbaz in Austria on first official visit in over 30 years

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 16, 2026February 16, 2026

February 16, 2026February 16, 20260280

WEB DESK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Vienna on a two-day visit to enhance economic ties, marking the first official Pakistani premier’s visit to...

Field Marshal Asim Munir vows to deepen Pak-UAE partnership

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 16, 2026February 16, 2026

February 16, 2026February 16, 20260250

RAWALPINDI: Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff and Commander of Defence Forces, reinforced on Monday that the security and stability of the United...

Imran Khan has 70pc vision in one eye with glasses, other eye fully normal: Azam Nazeer Tarar

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 16, 2026February 16, 2026

February 16, 2026February 16, 20260217

LAHORE: Federal Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar stated that the PTI founder has 70 percent vision in one eye with the help of glasses, while...

CDF Munir, Marco Rubio hold high-level talks over global, regional security in Germany

Muhammad ibrahimFebruary 16, 2026February 16, 2026

February 16, 2026February 16, 20260199

WEB DESK: During his official visit to Germany from February 12 to 14, Field Marshal, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces...

Medical team examines Imran Khan at Adiala Jail amid tight security

Muhammad ibrahimFebruary 15, 2026February 15, 2026

February 15, 2026February 15, 20260404

RAWALPINDI: A specialised team of five doctors carried out a detailed eye examination of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan at Adiala Jail under heightened...

PM Shehbaz embarks on Two-Day official visit to Austria to boost bilateral ties

Muhammad ibrahimFebruary 15, 2026February 15, 2026

February 15, 2026February 15, 20260176

ISLAMABAD: Shehbaz Sharif departed Islamabad on Sunday for a two-day official trip to Vienna at the invitation of Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker. The prime minister...

T20 World Cup 2026: Pakistan to face India today

Muhammad ibrahimFebruary 15, 2026February 15, 2026

February 15, 2026February 15, 20260391

COLOMBO: All eyes are on Colombo as arch-rivals Pakistan and India prepare to lock horns in a blockbuster encounter at the ICC Men’s T20 World...

Fauji fertiliser emerges as PIA’s largest shareholder, says Arif Habib

Muhammad ibrahimFebruary 15, 2026February 15, 2026

February 15, 2026February 15, 20260434

KARACHI: Prominent businessman Arif Habib has shared fresh insights into the privatization of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), revealing that Asim Munir personally reached out to...

ISPR chief engages Lahore students on national security, youth’s role

Muhammad ibrahimFebruary 15, 2026February 15, 2026

February 15, 2026February 15, 20260254

LAHORE: Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, visited leading academic institutions in Lahore, including Aitchison College, the University of...

M9 Motorway Tragedy: Death toll climbs to 14 after injured victims pass away

Muhammad ibrahimFebruary 14, 2026February 14, 2026

February 14, 2026February 14, 20260385

KARACHI: The number of fatalities from the devastating multi-vehicle collision near Kathore on the M9 Motorway has risen to 14 after several injured victims succumbed...

UNSC denounces terror attack over Islamabad Imambargah

Muhammad ibrahimFebruary 14, 2026February 14, 2026

February 14, 2026February 14, 20260176

New York/Islamabad: The United Nations Security Council has issued a strong condemnation of the deadly suicide bombing at an Islamabad imambargah, describing the assault as...

Nikhil Gupta Pleads Guilty in Plot to Kill Sikh Activist in U.S.

Muhammad ibrahimFebruary 14, 2026February 14, 2026

February 14, 2026February 14, 20260417

NEW YORK: An Indian national, Nikhil Gupta, admitted in federal court on Friday that he was involved in a failed plan to assassinate a Sikh...

Adeeb Ahmed named interim CEO of K-Electric

Muhammad ibrahimFebruary 13, 2026February 13, 2026

February 13, 2026February 13, 20260264

KARACHI: Adeeb Ahmed has been appointed as the interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of K-Electric. The decision was made during a meeting of the K-Electric...

Islamabad red zone locked for entry and exit

Muhammad ibrahimFebruary 13, 2026February 13, 2026

February 13, 2026February 13, 20260299

ISLAMABAD: Islamabad Red Zone Locked Down as Opposition Launches Protest Outside Parliament Over Imran Khan’s Health Concerns On Friday, Islamabad’s Red Zone was cordoned off,...

Any failure to provide medical care to PTI cheif would amount to severe negligence; Sanaullah

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 13, 2026February 13, 2026

February 13, 2026February 13, 20260194

ISLAMABAD: On Friday, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Senator Rana Sanaullah stated that deliberately withholding medical care from imprisoned Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, if...

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Second US aircraft carrier to head to Middle East amid Iran tensions, US media reports

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 13, 2026February 13, 2026

February 13, 2026February 13, 20260305

WEB DESK: The US is sending a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East amid tensions with Iran, US media outlets reported late on Thursday....

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UAE extends repayment of $2 billion loan for 2 months ahead of IMF review

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 13, 2026February 13, 2026

February 13, 2026February 13, 20260393

ISLAMABAD: Ahead of the IMF’s visit to Pakistan, the UAE has extended a $2 billion loan for two months, easing pressure on Pakistan’s external financing....

President, PM congratulate BNP on election triumph

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 13, 2026February 13, 2026

February 13, 2026February 13, 20260202

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has extended his felicitations to the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its leader, Tarique Rahman, on securing a landslide majority...

SUPARCO predicts Ramadan 1447 Hijri moon will be visible on Feb 18, 2026

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 13, 2026February 13, 2026

February 13, 2026February 13, 20260250

LAHORE: SUPARCO has issued its scientific prediction for the sighting of the new moon marking Ramadan 1447 Hijri. According to SUPARCO, the new moon will...

Bangladesh Nationalist Party wins landslide majority in first election since Gen Z uprising

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 13, 2026February 13, 2026

February 13, 2026February 13, 20260309

WEB DESK: The Bangladesh National Party (BNP) won a decisive two-thirds majority on Friday in general elections, a result expected to bring stability after months...

T20 World Cup 2026: viral video raises hygiene concerns at Delhi Stadium

Muhammad ibrahimFebruary 12, 2026February 13, 2026

February 12, 2026February 13, 20260199

DELHI: Video allegedly filmed at Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium during the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 has gone viral, sparking debate and concern among cricket...

Saudi defense minister holds security talks with CDF in Riyadh

Muhammad ibrahimFebruary 12, 2026February 12, 2026

February 12, 2026February 12, 20260170

RIYADH: Prince Khalid bin Salman, the Saudi Defense Minister, convened with Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, at his Riyadh office on...

Ruer-E-Hilal committee to meet on Feb 18 for Ramadan moon sighting

Muhammad ibrahimFebruary 12, 2026February 12, 2026

February 12, 2026February 12, 20260239

ISLAMABAD: Scientific forecasts suggest that Pakistan and Saudi Arabia may begin Ramadan simultaneously this year The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee (RHC) is scheduled to assemble in...

Polls close in Bangladesh, Official results expected by Friday

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 12, 2026February 12, 2026

February 12, 2026February 12, 20260316

WEB DESK: Bangladesh has successfully conducted its first general election following the landmark student-led protests of 2024, which brought an end to Sheikh Hasina’s 15-year...

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NDMA dispatches more relief goods for Palestine

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 12, 2026February 12, 2026

February 12, 2026February 12, 20260211

ISLAMABAD: Under the directives of the Prime Minister, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has dispatched another consignment of relief goods for Palestine. The relief...

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Israel joins Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ initiative

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 12, 2026February 12, 2026

February 12, 2026February 12, 20260321

WEB DESK: Israel joined US President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” initiative, announced Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his Washington visit. Netanyahu signed Israel’s membership...

SC orders eye check-up for Imran Khan, calls with sons Qasim and Suleman

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 12, 2026February 12, 2026

February 12, 2026February 12, 20260318

ISLAMABAD: On Thursday, the Supreme Court instructed that Imran Khan, founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), be provided access to eye specialists and granted telephonic contact...

Bangladesh votes in landmark election after 2024 Gen Z uprising

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 12, 2026February 12, 2026

February 12, 2026February 12, 20260254

WEB DESK: Bangladeshis headed to polling stations on Thursday for a pivotal election, a momentous event marking a significant transition for the South Asian nation...

Senate panel sparks laughter with confusing Mix-Up over acronym: “Camell” vs. “Camel”

Muhammad ibrahimFebruary 11, 2026February 11, 2026

February 11, 2026February 11, 20260171

ISLAMABAD: An unusual situation arose during a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on National Food Security on Wednesday when the committee chair mistakenly interpreted...

PSX experiences a surge, positive trading boosts index

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 11, 2026February 11, 2026

February 11, 2026February 11, 20260424

KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Market experienced a positive trend today, with trading showing optimism and recovery in key sectors. At the start of the trading...

PM takes notice of Nepra’s new solar regulations, PPP criticises new solar policies

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 11, 2026February 11, 2026

February 11, 2026February 11, 20260236

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday promptly addressed concerns surrounding the recently announced Net Metering Regulations 2026 by the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority...

NA passes resolution paying tributes to Armed Forces

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 11, 2026February 11, 2026

February 11, 2026February 11, 20260222

ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly convened today and unanimously passed a resolution honoring the Armed Forces for their unmatched sacrifices in the battle against terrorism. Introduced...

Junaid Akbar announces exit from NA seat amid internal PTI discontent

Muhammad ibrahimFebruary 11, 2026February 11, 2026

February 11, 2026February 11, 20260180

PESHAWAR: Junaid Akbar, the PTI President for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has declared his intention to resign from his National Assembly seat and sever ties with the...

Water supply suspended in several areas of Karachi

Muhammad ibrahimFebruary 10, 2026February 10, 2026

February 10, 2026February 10, 202601043

KARACHI: The city where people are already logging for a drop of water, once again be prepared for a long disruption of supply. Water supply...

Islamabad Court issues Non-bailable arrest warrant for KP CM again

Muhammad ibrahimFebruary 10, 2026February 10, 2026

February 10, 2026February 10, 20260208

ISLAMABAD: An Islamabad Court has issued non-bailable arrest warrant for the Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi in a case related to defamation of state...

PM Shehbaz to attend Gaza Board of Peace meeting in Washington

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 10, 2026February 10, 2026

February 10, 2026February 10, 20260235

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will attend the inaugural meeting of the Gaza Board of Peace in Washington on February 19, led by US President...

Pakistan shows improvement in global Corruption Perceptions Index

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 10, 2026February 10, 2026

February 10, 2026February 10, 20260282

ISLAMABAD: Transparency International has released its Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2025, showing an improvement for Pakistan compared to the previous year. Pakistan’s overall score rose...

PAF showcases JF-17 Block-III, Super Mushshak at World Defence Show

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 10, 2026February 10, 2026

February 10, 2026February 10, 20260201

ISLAMABAD: A Pakistan Air Force (PAF) contingent is participating in the World Defence Show 2026 in Saudi Arabia, showcasing the JF-17 Thunder Block-III multi-role fighter...

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Malala’s portrait unveiled at Oxford University

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 10, 2026February 10, 2026

February 10, 2026February 10, 20260335

WEB DESK: At Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford University, a portrait of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai has been unveiled, honoring her transformative efforts in...

BCCI VP Rajeev Shukla credits ICC for resolving India-Pakistan T20 WC match standoff

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 10, 2026February 10, 2026

February 10, 2026February 10, 20260398

WEB DESK: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) expressed its delight over the announcement of the much-anticipated Pakistan–India clash in the T20...

CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz arrives in Quetta on one-day official visit

Adeel RAFIQUEFebruary 10, 2026February 10, 2026

February 10, 2026February 10, 20260226

QUETTA: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif arrived in Quetta on Tuesday on a one-day official visit. Punjab CM was warmly received at Quetta Airport...