Sweet relief: Pakistan slashes sugar import taxes through 2026
KARACHI: The government of Pakistan has extended its tax relief on sugar imports until February 28, 2026, aiming to stabilize supply and keep prices under...
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...
Indonesia denies paying $1 billion for Gaza peace effort; President clarifies role is only peacekeeping
WEB DESK: President Joko Widodo of Indonesia has clarified that the country will not be paying a $1 billion fee to join the Gaza Peace...
Iran denies any negotiations with the US: rejects trump’s claims of talks
TERRAN: Iran has categorically dismissed claims by former President Donald Trump regarding ongoing negotiations with Washington. The Iranian Foreign Ministry stated that any such assertions...
Prominent political leaders gather in mourning at Sherry Rehman’s daughter’s funeral
KARACHI: Karachi was enveloped in grief as prominent political leaders and officials gathered to pay their respects at the funeral of Marvi Malik, the daughter...
Sahibzada Farhan clinches ICC player of the month honor
DUBAI: Pakistan’s rising star Sahibzada Farhan has been named the ICC Player of the Month for February 2026, recognizing his exceptional performances during the ICC...
High Commissioner Dr. Faisal affirms Pakistan’s zero tolerance for neighboring aggression
LONDON: Pakistan’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Muhammad Faisal, asserted that Pakistan will not accept any form of hostility or aggression from its neighboring...
Shehbaz Sharif engages in warm call with Iranian President, urges dialogue, peace in the Region
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif initiated a heartfelt telephone conversation with Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian, highlighting a shared commitment to regional stability and brotherhood. The...
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...
SUPARCO introduces space4 climate initiative to boost climate resilience, ISPR reports
RAWALPINDI: The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has unveiled the new Space4Climate project, aiming to enhance climate resilience and proactive measures utilizing...
Pakistan, Turkey, and Egypt seek to mediate US-Iran tensions
ISLAMABAD: Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, Pakistan, Turkey, and Egypt have reportedly stepped in to facilitate diplomatic efforts aimed at calming the ongoing...
Crude oil prices decline globally as trump delay attacks on Iranian Power plants
WASHINGTON: In a surprising turn of events, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that military strikes on Iranian energy facilities would be postponed, leading to a...
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...
Trump delays Iran power plant attacks following ‘Constructive’ Diplomatic talks
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Monday that he has ordered a pause on planned military strikes against Iranian energy facilities, citing “very good...
Saudi Arabia expels Iranian military attache, cites security concerns
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has ordered an Iranian military attache, his assistant, and three embassy staff members to leave the kingdom within 24 hours after declaring...
Eid Day 2: Minal Khan Stuns in Elegant Maroon & Gold Ensemble
KARACHI: Pakistani actress and model Minal Khan captivated fans on the second day of Eid ul-Fitr with a striking formal photoshoot, sharing a series of...
President, PM review regional situation in phone call
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation in which they exchanged greetings and discussed the evolving regional landscape....
Iran strikes near Israel’s dimona nuclear site, downs F-16 claim; 6 dead, 100 injured
TEHRAN: A sharp escalation between Iran and Israel unfolded on Sunday, as Iran launched a large-scale missile assault targeting Israeli positions, including a site near...
Taliban punishments intensify, nearly 1,200 flogged in one year
KABUL: Authorities in Afghanistan under the Taliban carried out widespread corporal punishments over the past year, with at least 1,186 individuals flogged and six publicly...
Timely measures helped prevent oil shortage, says Atta Tarar
LAHORE: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar stated that prompt decisions by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif played a key role in preventing a...
Sherry Rehman’s daughter marvi malik passes away
KARACHI: The daughter of Pakistan Peoples Party Senator Sherry Rehman, Marvi Malik, has passed away, party officials confirmed on Sunday. According to the party secretariat,...
On world water day, Asif Ali Zardari demands India restore Indus waters treaty
ISLAMABAD: Asif Ali Zardari called on India to immediately resume full implementation of the Indus Waters Treaty, stressing the importance of adhering to international commitments....
Air defences breached: Iranian missiles injure nearly 100 in southern Israel”
ARAD: Nearly 100 people were injured after Iranian missile strikes hit southern Israel on Saturday, targeting the cities of Arad and Dimona. The attack came after...
PM Shehbaz extends Eid Greetings, honours security forces on duty
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reached out to senior military leaders, political officials, and government representatives nationwide on Saturday to convey his greetings for Eid...
Iran downed third Israeli F-16 as conflict Intensified
TEHRAN: Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed that its air defence systems shot down a third Israeli F-16 fighter jet over central Iran,...
One militant killed, two wounded in police encounter in Hangu
PESHAWAR: A suspected militant was killed while two others were injured during a gun battle with police in the Hangu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, officials...
Armed forces leadership greets nation on Eid, reaffirms commitment to security
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan’s top military leadership, including Syed Asim Munir, Naveed Ashraf, and Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, has extended heartfelt Eid ul Fitr greetings to the...
Kerosene Price Hiked by Rs70.73 Per Litre in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The government has significantly increased the price of kerosene oil in Pakistan by Rs70.73 per litre, effective immediately, amid rising global oil prices. According...
Oil prices dip slightly as US moves to stabilise global supply
WEB DESK: Global oil prices edged lower on Friday, though analysts say the decline reflects a temporary pause rather than a lasting shift in market...
Asia’s largest airport to open march 28, boosting delhi region connectivity
NOIDA: India is set to mark a significant milestone in its aviation sector as Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares to inaugurate the Noida International Airport...
CDF Asim Munir celebrates eid with troops in Kurram, praises their resolve
KURRAM: Syed Asim Munir spent Eid ul Fitr 2026 with frontline troops in Kurram, where he joined officers and soldiers in offering Eid prayers and...
US, Israel strike Iran’s natanz nuclear site; no radiation leak reported, says Tehran
TEHRAN: Iran has confirmed that its key nuclear installation at Natanz Nuclear Facility was targeted in a joint airstrike allegedly carried out by the United...
Nation marks Eid ul Fitr with unity calls as mideast conflict looms
LAHORE: Pakistan is celebrating Eid ul Fitr across the country today with devotion and enthusiasm, as large congregational prayers were offered in mosques, Eidgahs, and...
Petrol, Diesel prices remain unchanged: PM Shehbaz
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed that the prices of petrol and diesel will stay at current levels, providing relief to consumers. In a...
ISPR unveils patriotic special song for Pakistan day
RAWALPINDI: In celebration of Pakistan Day, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) has launched a heartfelt national song titled “Meri Mitti Meri Jaan, Pakistan Zindabad.” The...
Summary suggests significant increase in petrol, diesel prices
ISLAMABAD: A proposal has been circulated to the government recommending a substantial hike in fuel prices, with suggested increases of Rs29 per litre for petrol...
PM Shehbaz Sharif praises Egypt’s role in promoting peace in the Middle East
ISLAMABAD: In a phone conversation with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif highlighted Egypt’s vital contribution to fostering stability and peace...
Shruti Haasan joins the cast of ‘Call Me Bae’ season 2 with exciting plot twists
WEB DESK: Prime Video is set to launch the highly anticipated second season of Call Me Bae, featuring a fresh storyline and the addition of...
Cristiano Ronaldo extend Eid ul-Fitr greetings to fans worldwide
WEB DESK: Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has shared a heartfelt message of Eid ul-Fitr wishes, extending his blessings to fans around the globe and...
Eid ul-Fitr 2026 prayer timings in Karachi: area-wise schedule
KARACHI: Karachi residents are preparing for the upcoming Eid celebrations, following the official confirmation from the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee that Eid-ul-Fitr 2026 will be observed...
Pakistan confirms shawwal moon sighting: Eid-ul-Fitr to be celebrated Tomorrow across the nation
ISLAMABAD: Official moon sighting authorities in Pakistan announced the successful sighting of the Shawwal moon on Friday, officially declaring that Eid-ul-Fitr will be observed nationwide...
Eid weather alert: Rain, Thunderstorms set to hit Karachi; Lahore could see drizzle, rain
KARACHI: The coastal city is forecasted to remain dry during the next 24 hours, but weather conditions could change as a westerly weather system influences...
Kim Jong-un’s 13-year-old daughter operates Tank during military drill
WEB DESK: North Korean leader Kim Jong-un made headlines recently by allowing his 13-year-old daughter, Kim Jae, to operate a military tank during a significant...
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...
Iran’s power structure under fire: Top leaders reportedly killed in War with Israel and US
WEB DESK: A prolonged conflict involving US and Israeli airstrikes has led to claims of heavy losses within Iran’s senior leadership. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin...
Zardari slams Taliban for denying Afghans Nowruz Celebrations, calls for peace
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has criticized the Taliban administration in Afghanistan, calling it “illegitimate” and accusing it of depriving the Afghan people of celebrating...
Top Iranian Guard spokesman eliminated in US-Israel airstrike
Tehran/Jerusalem: A senior spokesperson of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has been killed in ongoing strikes attributed to the United States and Israel, as...
Sri Lanka refuses U.S. request to station Warplanes
Colombo: Sri Lanka has declined a request from the United States to station its military aircraft at a local airport, according to an official statement....
Gold Prices drop sharply for second consecutive day
Karachi: Gold prices across the country witnessed a significant decline for the second day in a row. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers...
Netanyahu pushes bold plan to route Middle East oil through Israel after Iran War
TEL AVIV: Benjamin Netanyahu has suggested that new oil and gas pipelines could be developed across the Arabian Peninsula to transport energy resources to Israeli...