White House denies nuclear strike claims as tensions rise ahead of Trump deadline
WASHINGTON: The White House has rejected speculation that recent comments by U.S. Vice President JD Vance hinted at a potential nuclear strike on Iran, as...
Islamabad set to host US–Iran talks as ceasefire framework gains momentum
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed the ceasefire agreement between Iran and the United States, confirming that Islamabad will host high-level negotiations on April...
PSX increases over 13,000 points after pause in Iran-US war
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a massive rally on Wednesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 index surging by more than 13,000 points following a...
Global leaders applaud Pakistan’s role in securing US–Iran ceasefire
ISLAMABAD: World leaders on Wednesday commended Pakistan for its diplomatic efforts after the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire aimed at opening...
Qalibaf, JD Vance to lead Iran–US delegations for Islamabad peace talks
TEHRAN: Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf is expected to head Tehran’s delegation in upcoming negotiations with the United States, where U.S. Vice President JD...
Gold prices surge in Pakistan following US–Iran ceasefire
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan recorded a sharp increase on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, mirroring a strong rally in global bullion markets after a ceasefire...
Trump agrees to two-week Iran ceasefire following Pakistan’s diplomatic push
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, stepping back from imminent military action just hours before a key deadline tied to...
Russia, China veto Bahrain’s resolution to open the Strait of Hormuz in the UN security council
WEB DESK: Russia and China have vetoed Bahrain’s proposed resolution to open the Strait of Hormuz at the United Nations Security Council. According to Arab...
Iran rejects temporary ceasefire proposal with U.S.
TEHRAN: Iran has dismissed any possibility of a temporary ceasefire with the United States, citing specific conditions that must be met before engaging in talks....
JUI Chief labels recent attacks on Saudi Arabia as a US-Israeli scheme to divide the muslim world
KARACHI: At a JUI gathering, Maulana Fazlur Rehman accused the recent attacks on Saudi Arabia of being part of a broader conspiracy orchestrated by the...
Traders oppose early market closure policy
ISLAMABAD: Ajmal Baloch, President of the All Pakistan Anjuman-e-Tajiran (APAT), has voiced strong opposition to the government’s recent decision to implement early market closures, asserting...
World health day celebrated today with focus on science, global well-being
WEB DESK: Today, Tuesday, the world is commemorating World Health Day, an annual event that highlights the importance of health as a universal human right....
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...
CDF Asim Munir condemn attacks on Saudi Infrastructure, warn of risks to Middle East peace
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan’s top military leadership on Tuesday strongly criticized recent assaults on Saudi Arabia’s petrochemical and industrial sites, describing them as unnecessary provocations that could...
15 US personnel injures at Kuwait military base in Iranian Drone attack amid rising regional tension
KUWAIT CITY: An Iranian drone strike targeted the Ali Al Salem air base in Kuwait, causing injuries to fifteen American service members, according to a...
Tensions escalate as US-Israel launch fresh strikes on Iran’s Petrochemical Hub; Iran warns of radiation dangers
WEB DESK: In a series of renewed assaults, US and Israeli forces targeted Iran’s critical petrochemical sector once again, resulting in five fatalities and 170...
UAE debt recall sparks crisis threatening Pakistan’s external stability
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s external financial situation faces renewed strain after negotiations with the United Arab Emirates over a $3 billion debt rollover failed, According to the...
Pakistan condemns Iran’s strikes on Saudi Arabia, Reaffirms support for Riyadh’s security
ISLAMABAD: On Tuesday, Pakistan issued a strong statement condemning the missile and drone attacks carried out by Iran overnight targeting energy installations in Saudi Arabia’s...
Oil prices rise amid rising tensions between US, Iran
WEB DESK: Crude oil prices continued their upward trajectory on Tuesday, driven by escalating rhetoric from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding Iran. Trump issued stern...
Trump warns Iran: ‘Entire civilization at risk tonight’ amid escalating deadlines
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a chilling warning to Iran, claiming that an “entire civilization” could be wiped out tonight, bringing to an...
PSL: Islamabad united player injured in head impact during Karachi practice
KARACHI: A player from Islamabad United sustained serious injuries after being struck on the head by a cricket ball during a practice session in Karachi....
PM Shehbaz dismisses tax proposals, rules out mini budget
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has rejected recommendations from the government’s economic team to introduce new taxes, making it clear that no mini budget will...
Five police officers injured in blast near patrol vehicle in Lakki Marwat
LAKKI MARWAT: At least five police personnel were wounded when an explosion targeted a police van in Lakki Marwat on Monday, officials said. According to...
Trump criticizes NATO as ‘Paper Tiger,’ revives Greenland annexation claim
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday sharply criticized the NATO alliance, accusing member states of failing to support Washington during the conflict with Iran...
Gold prices drop across Pakistan
KARACHI: Gold prices witnessed a notable decline in Pakistan, with the rate per tola falling by Rs3,000 in the domestic market. According to the All...
Punjab orders early closures: markets shut at 8 PM, restaurants by 10 PM
LAHORE: The government of Punjab has implemented sweeping austerity measures under the direction of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, aiming to curb energy consumption and reduce...
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Fazeela Abbasi granted interim pre-arrest bail in illegal clinic case
ISLAMABAD: A local court has granted interim pre-arrest bail to TikToker and dermatologist Fazeela Abbasi in a case related to the alleged operation of an...
Pakistan’s mediation in Iran conflict reaches ‘Critical Phase,’ says Envoy
ISLAMABAD: Iran’s ambassador to Pakistan has said that Islamabad’s diplomatic push to de-escalate the ongoing conflict is entering a decisive phase. In a message shared...
Trump confirms backchannel talks with ‘Moderate Elements’ in Iran
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated that dialogue is continuing with what he termed “reasonable elements” inside the Iranian leadership, hinting at potential diplomatic...
Fazl launches nationwide protest against inflation set to begin April 12
WEB DESK: Chief of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F), Maulana Fazlur Rehman, on Monday announced a nationwide protest campaign against rising inflation, particularly the increase in petroleum...
Woman, two daughters killed in Dargai attack
DARGAI: Unidentified assailants shot dead a woman and her two daughters in Qaldra Adda, Dargai. The victims Sovahart, 50, Samra, 28, and Sonia, 16 were...
LHC reserves verdict on petroleum levy tax challenge
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court has deferred its verdict on a petition challenging the authority to impose a petroleum levy tax. A two-judge bench, consisting...
Saba Qamar dazzles in chic black look at glamorous movie-themed birthday bash
WEB DESK: Saba Qamar marked her birthday with a stylish, film-inspired celebration. Sharing moments from the event on her official Instagram stories, she extended warm...
Satellite company planet labs to temporarily halt Iran conflict imagery
WASHINGTON: Planet Labs, a satellite imagery provider, announced on Saturday that it will indefinitely suspend sharing visuals of Iran and conflict zones in the Middle...
Punjab govt rejects proposal to close markets at 8 PM
LAHORE: The Punjab government has rejected the proposal to close markets at 8 PM. According to sources, the recommendations presented to Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz...
Doctor’s body discovered in hospital parking after four days
LAHORE: The lifeless body of Dr. Ahmad Latif was found in his vehicle parked at Lahore Children’s Hospital, citing official sources. It was revealed that...
PM Shehbaz launches environmentally friendly electric vehicles for Islamabad traffic police
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif officially launched a fleet of eco-friendly electric vehicles for the Islamabad Capital Territory Traffic Police on Monday, as part of...
Iran struck US forces relocated on Kuwait’s Bubiyan island, military spokesperson says
DUBAI: US forces located on Kuwait’s Bubiyan island were targeted by Iran, the spokesperson of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters said in a video statement...
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...
Iran rejects US ceasefire proposal, warns against further aggression
TEHRAN: Iran has dismissed the United States’ recent call for a ceasefire, warning that any pauses in hostilities would only give adversaries the opportunity to...
Balochistan fixes Iranian petrol price at Rs280 per litre
QUETTA: The Balochistan government has officially set the price of Iranian petrol at Rs280 per litre throughout the province, warning that vendors charging above this...
Balochistan traders commit to early market, wedding hall closures to conserve energy
QUETTA: Balochistan’s business community has pledged full support for the government’s energy conservation measures, agreeing to close markets by 8 pm and wedding halls by...
Pakistan eyes $4 billion additional oil facility from Saudi Arabia
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is expected to secure an expanded oil financing arrangement from Saudi Arabia, with an additional $4 billion facility likely to be approved, bringing...
Iran, U.S. consider Pakistan-backed proposal for immediate ceasefire
ISLAMABAD: Iran and the United States have received a fresh proposal aimed at halting ongoing hostilities, with the plan potentially taking effect as early as...
Iran confirms death of IRGC intelligence Chief in reported attack
TEHRAN: Iranian state media on Monday confirmed the death of Majid Khademi, a senior commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), though details surrounding...
Oil prices surge amid Middle East tensions, Hormuz disruptions
WEB DESK: Global crude oil markets opened the week on a strong note, with prices climbing further as escalating conflict in the Middle East fuels...
Gold price hikes by Rs.1100 per tola
KARACHI: Gold prices registered a significant uptick in both global and domestic markets on April 6, 2026, reflecting continued volatility in the bullion trade. According...
Four of seven child deaths in Khairpur linked to monkeypox, officials confirm
KHAIRPUR: Authorities in Khairpur have confirmed that four out of seven children who recently died amid a surge in skin-related illnesses were infected with Monkeypox,...
Mediators intensify push for 45-day Iran–U.S. ceasefire
WEB DESK: Efforts to broker a temporary halt in hostilities between Iran and the United States have gained momentum, as mediators circulate a Pakistan-backed proposal...
Ambani–Epstein links spark debate over India–U.S. strategic ties
WEB DESK: Developments tied to the United States Department of Justice suggest that India’s growing alignment with Israel during the early years of Narendra Modi...