Shakira’s Qatar concert delayed due to regional tensions
WEB DESK: Famous singer Shakira’s planned concert in Qatar has been postponed amidst escalating tensions in the Middle East. According to reports, the decision was...
Iran proposes six strategic conditions to prevent war
TEHRAN: Iran has presented six strategic conditions aimed at preventing the escalation of conflict, according to unnamed Iranian officials speaking to domestic media. Officials said...
LHC issues notices in case of alleged police encounters in Punjab
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Tuesday issued notices to concerned parties regarding a plea seeking to make the Federal Investigation Agency a party in...
Federal govt to consider weekly One-Day lockdown amid fuel crisis
ISLAMABAD: The federal government is set to convene a high-level meeting on Wednesday to finalise plans for a one-day nationwide lockdown each week, aimed at...
President honors heroes: military officers and soldiers receive top awards
ISLAMABAD: The President of Pakistan has been pleased to grant military awards to officers and soldiers of Pakistan Army, Navy and Air Force. According an...
Tensions surge as Iran energy sites attacked post Trump U-turn
TEHRAN: Tensions in the Middle East escalated again as Iran reported fresh strikes on its energy infrastructure, despite a recent shift in stance by Donald...
Storm warning! heavy rain, thunderstorms to hit Karachi, Sindh
KARACHI: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority has issued a weather alert warning of heavy rain and thunderstorms in Karachi and several districts across Sindh in...
PSX climbs sharply on cooling Middle East crisis
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange surged on Tuesday, with investor confidence strengthening amid expectations of easing tensions in the Middle East. The benchmark KSE-100 Index...
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...
Trump backed Iran strike after Netanyahu pushed for targeting Khamenei, sources reveal
WEB DESK: A high-stakes phone call between Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu just days before a major military operation against Iran played a critical role...
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...