Ishaq Dar urges media to avoid speculation on Iran–US talks
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar chaired a high-level meeting at the Foreign Office in Islamabad on Saturday to assess recent regional...
Police hunt ex-SSP’s son after clifton shooting incident
KARACHI: Police are actively searching for the son of a former SSP following a firing incident in the Clifton area of Karachi that left a...
Pakistan’s expanding diplomatic footprint gains global attention
WEB DESK: A recent opinion piece in The National Interest paints Pakistan as a country undergoing a significant transformation in its international role. Rather than...
Govt announces major increase in Petrol, Diesel prices
ISLAMABAD: The government has announced a significant increase in the prices of petrol and diesel. Petrol prices have been raised by 26 rupees and 77...
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi arrives in Islamabad with delegation
ISLAMABAD: An Iranian delegation led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has arrived in Islamabad, according to the Foreign Office. The Foreign Office stated that Vice...
Sindh CM Murad Ali Shah announces Rs7 billion relief for Gul Plaza victims, distributes Rs511M cheques
KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah announced a Rs7 billion relief package for Gul Plaza fire victims, with Rs5.6 billion secured and Rs511 million...
PSL 11: Islamabad United qualifies for playoffs after defeating Hyderabad
KARACHI: In PSL 11, Islamabad United secured their spot in the playoffs by defeating Hyderabad Kings in a one-sided match by 8 wickets. The match,...
Iranian delegation’s arrival boosts PSX Index
KARACHI: Following reports of an Iranian delegation visiting Pakistan for the second round of negotiations between the US and Iran, the Pakistan Stock Exchange’s (PSX)...
From energy shortage to sustainable power: The growth of wind energy in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has long grappled with an energy crisis that hampers economic development, industrial growth, and social welfare. Chronic electricity shortages, high fuel import costs,...
Hira Khan responds to critics over marriage, freedom, and happiness
WEB DESK: Popular actress Hira Khan has addressed recent criticism surrounding her personal life with a heartfelt message on social media. Taking to Instagram, she...
U.S. Military Officer Arrested for Betting Millions Using Confidential Venezuela Info
WEB DESK: U.S. military personnel involved in using secret information related to an operation against Venezuela’s President has been arrested, authorities announced. According to the...
DeepSeek launches new AI model after over a year
BEIJING: Chinese artificial intelligence company DeepSeek announced the launch of its latest AI model on Friday, more than a year after gaining global attention with...
KP Police to introduce updated uniforms for field officers
PESHAWAR: The police force in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is set to undergo a uniform update for officers working in the field. The Central Police Office has...
CJP Afridi rejects IHC CJ’s Judges’ transfer meeting request
ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan, Yahya Afridi, has refused a plea from Islamabad High Court (IHC) Chief Justice Sarfraz Dogar to hold a Judicial Commission...
Gold price drops by Rs2900 per tola
KARACHI: Gold price continued decline in both international and local markets on Friday. In the global market, the price of gold per ounce dropped by...
Araqchi Likely in Islamabad Tonight as Pakistan Pushes Fresh Iran-US Ceasefire Diplomacy
ISLAMABAD: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi is expected to arrive in Islamabad late Friday with a delegation as Pakistan intensifies diplomatic efforts aimed at advancing...
Hormuz tensions push global oil prices higher amid supply fears
WEB DESK: Global oil prices surged sharply as rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz fueled concerns over disruptions to energy supplies, sending Brent crude...
Treaty undermined or strategic pressure? Rethinking India’s Indus waters approach
WEB DESK: India’s move to place the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) in suspension under security justifications raises serious legal and strategic concerns, as the treaty...
PM Shehbaz unveils electric bikes scheme for govt employees
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced a proposal to provide electric motorcycles to government employees up to BPS-16 through easy installment plans, as part...
Security forces eliminates 22 militants in Khyber operation
PESHAWAR: Pakistan’s security forces killed 22 militants linked to Fitna al Hindustan during an intelligence-based operation in Khyber district, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said...