Seven militants killed, policeman martyred in Hangu joint operation
HANGU: At least seven militants were killed while a police officer embraced martyrdom during a major joint operation carried out by the Counter Terrorism Department...
PIA to ‘relocate’ finance, supply chain departments to Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) Islamabad administration has decided to shift its. In Finance and Supply Chain departments to Islamabad as part of an administrative...
PM Shehbaz praises Saudi support, underscores US–Iran peace efforts in meeting with MBS
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has commended Saudi Arabia’s continued economic backing and highlighted Pakistan’s role in easing regional tensions during a high-level meeting with...
Pakistan Navy showcases indigenous Anti-Ship missile strength
RAWALPINDI: The Pakistan Navy has successfully conducted a live firing of a locally developed ship-launched anti-ship missile, showcasing its growing precision-strike capability and operational readiness,...
Pakistan received $2bln from Saudi Arabia, Economic support deepens
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has received a fresh financial injection of $2 billion from Saudi Arabia, according to confirmation by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on...
SC directs PIA to clear 24-year pension dues of former employee
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ordered Pakistan International Airlines to release pension arrears covering 24 years to a retired employee. The directive came...
PM Shehbaz arrives in Saudi Arabia on regional diplomacy tour
RIYADH: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has landed in Riyadh as part of a four-day regional visit that also includes Qatar and Turkey from April 15...
Pakistani delegation arrives in Tehran as Islamabad continues US-Iran mediation efforts
ISLAMABAD/TEHRAN: A senior Pakistani delegation reached Tehran on Wednesday, as Pakistan maintains its role in facilitating diplomatic contacts between the United States and Iran. The...
Punjab govt grants underpasses worth Rs.3.08bn on GT road
LAHORE: The Punjab government has approved a major infrastructure project worth Rs3.08 billion for the construction of two underpasses along GT Road in Gujar Khan,...
US claims halt of Iran maritime trade amid mixed signals on peace talks
DUBAI/WASHINGTON: The United States announced on Wednesday that its forces have fully stopped maritime trade in and out of Iran, even as diplomatic efforts with...
Iran used Chinese spy satellite for surveillance of US bases in Middle East
BEIJING: Leaked documents cited by the Financial Times suggest that Iran may have relied on a Chinese-built reconnaissance satellite to monitor and potentially track US...
Balochistan announces wheat relief package with fuel subsidy for farmers
QUETTA: The Balochistan government has rolled out a wheat support initiative featuring a fuel subsidy for threshers, offering timely relief to farmers during the harvest...
Pakistan, oman move to deepen academic, research partnerships
WEB DESK: Pakistan and Oman have agreed to enhance cooperation in higher education and research, following high-level discussions held in Islamabad aimed at strengthening academic...
Qatar rules out mediator role in US-Iran talks, calls for lasting regional peace
DOHA: Qatar has stated that it is not acting as a mediator in the ongoing dialogue between the United States and Iran, emphasizing that there...
PSX jumps over 4,000 points as optimism grows around US-Iran talk
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed a strong rally on Wednesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index surging more than 4,000 points amid rising investor confidence...
Oil slips again as hopes rise for fresh US-Iran talks
ISLAMABAD: Global oil prices declined for a second straight session on Wednesday, as expectations of renewed diplomacy between the United States and Iran eased fears...
Trump signals Iran talks may return to Pakistan within 48 hours
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has indicated that stalled negotiations with Iran could resume in Pakistan within the next two days, raising hopes of renewed...
Saudi Arabia pledges fresh $3bn lifeline, extends $5bn support for Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has secured a major financial boost as Saudi Arabia committed an additional $3 billion in deposits, with funds expected to be released within...
Bring back $10 billion before budget, ‘easily achievable,’ Says Mohsin Naqvi.
KARACHI: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has urged Pakistan’s business community to repatriate a significant portion of their overseas wealth ahead of the upcoming federal...
“Shameful & Cheap!” Hina Parvez Butt erupts over Fiza Ali morning show controversy
LAHORE: Chairperson of the Punjab Women Protection Authority, Hina Parvez Butt, has strongly criticized a viral clip from a morning show hosted by Fiza Ali,...
PM Shehbaz to embark on key three-nation diplomatic tour amid regional tensions
ISLAMABAD: Shehbaz Sharif is expected to undertake an important three-country diplomatic visit as Pakistan steps up engagement amid rising tensions in the Middle East, according...
14th death anniversary of scholar Dr. Israr Ahmed observed
LAHORE: The 14th death anniversary of renowned Islamic scholar Dr. Israr Ahmed was observed on Sunday, paying tribute to his lifelong contributions to Islamic thought...
Farooq Sattar calls for release of Gul Plaza fire report, warns of legal action
KARACHI: Farooq Sattar has demanded that authorities make public the inquiry report into the deadly Gul Plaza fire, warning that his party will pursue legal...
Lahore Qalandars set for Global Super League return in Guyana
WEB DESK: Defending Pakistan Super League champions Lahore Qalandars are set to feature once again in the Global Super League, scheduled to take place in...
Ramsha Khan confirms Wed to Khushhal Khan, breaks silence on viral photos
KARACHI: Pakistani actress Ramsha Khan has confirmed her marriage to fellow actor Khushhal Khan, putting an end to days of speculation circulating on social media....
WhatsApp hacked? PTA shares easy steps to recover, stay secure
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has issued a helpful advisory guiding users on how to recover hacked WhatsApp accounts and improve digital safety. The authority reassured...
Pakistan raises alarm over Middle East crisis impact in Key IMF talks
ISLAMABAD: At the World Bank–IMF Spring Meetings 2026, Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb held high-level discussions with Jihad Azour of the International Monetary Fund, focusing...
Four killed in separate Karachi accidents, including two sisters, child
KARACHI: Karachi witnessed a series of tragic road accidents on Monday night that claimed four lives in three separate incidents, including two sisters and a...
Iran on the clock’: Vance says next move will decide fate of talks
WASHINGTON: US Vice President JD Vance has said that the next step in advancing peace negotiations now depends on Iran, following what he described as...
Pakistan pushes for new round of US–Iran talks in Islamabad as ceasefire deadline nears
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has proposed hosting a fresh round of negotiations between the United States and Iran in Islamabad within days, as efforts intensify to secure...
Israel’s next target? Ankara emerges as ‘New Enemy’
ISTANBUL: Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has accused Israel of attempting to cast Turkey as its next adversary, saying the Israeli leadership appears unable to...
Pakistan makes history with landmark diplomatic breakthrough
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan demonstrated a highly committed, sincere, and professional diplomatic effort, playing a key role in facilitating a ceasefire and bringing both sides to the...
Pakistan leads intensive diplomacy to broker ceasefire talks
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has played a pivotal role in facilitating ceasefire negotiations between two opposing sides, helping bring them face-to-face after decades of strained relations. The...
Pakistan launches Iran Transit Route, Sends First Meat Shipment to Central Asia
KARACHI: Pakistan has activated a new overland trade corridor through Iran, with the first export consignment successfully dispatched toward Tashkent, signaling a major boost to...
Medical lecturer held in Mirpurkhas student death case amid harassment allegations
MIRPURKHAS: A pharmacy lecturer has been taken into custody over his alleged involvement in the harassment and death of a female medical student in Mirpurkhas,...
Dar urges US-Iran ceasefire compliance as Islamabad talks wrap up
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has emphasized the urgent need for both the United States and Iran to honor the ceasefire, following the...
Islamabad talks end without deal: JD Vance returns to US with ‘Final Offer’ for Iran
ISLAMABAD: High-stakes negotiations between the United States and Iran concluded without a breakthrough after nearly 21 hours of talks in Islamabad, casting uncertainty over a...
US-Iran talks continues in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: In Islamabad, direct negotiations between US and Iranian representatives have begun, with Pakistan serving as a facilitator, according to The talks come amid ongoing...
PSL: Peshawar Zalmi defeats Lahore Qalandars by 76 runs
KARACHI: In the PSL match held in Karachi, Peshawar Zalmi secured a comprehensive victory over Lahore Qalandars by 76 runs. Peshawar Zalmi batted first and...
43rd memorial of renowned singer Ahmed Rushdi marked
KARACHI: The 43rd anniversary of the passing of legendary playback singer Ahmed Rushdi was commemorated today (Saturday). Born on April 24, 1934, in Hyderabad Deccan,...
PM Shehbaz meets JD Vance as Islamabad talks begin, expresses optimism for lasting peace
ISLAMABAD: As the dialogue sessions in Islamabad kicked off, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a meeting with U.S. Vice President JD Vance, the Prime Minister’s...
Genes may shape weight loss success, side effects of GLP-1 drugs, studies find
WEB DESK: New research suggests that a person’s genetic makeup could influence how well they respond to popular GLP-1 weight-loss medications and whether they experience...
Deal or strikes in 24 Hours’: Trump issues stark warning ahead of Islamabad talks
WASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD: Donald Trump has issued a sharp warning ahead of the high-stakes Islamabad negotiations, saying the United States is prepared to launch military action against...
Lebanon–Israel ceasefire talks set for tuesday in Washington
WASHINGTON: Ceasefire negotiations between Lebanon and Israel are scheduled to take place on Tuesday in Washington, D.C., marking a significant diplomatic step amid ongoing regional...
Pakistan urges ‘Constructive Engagement’ as US–Iran talks begin in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has called on the United States and Iran to approach ongoing negotiations in Islamabad with a spirit of cooperation, as both sides begin...
JD Vance becomes 5th US vice president to visit Pakistan amid High-Stakes Iran talks
ISLAMABAD: JD Vance has arrived in Islamabad, becoming only the fifth US vice president to visit Pakistan, as Washington ramps up diplomatic efforts to defuse...
US Vice President JD Vance lands in Islamabad for crucial Iran talks
ISLAMABAD: A high-level US delegation led by JD Vance has arrived in Islamabad to participate in critical negotiations with Iran, aimed at ending the ongoing...
High-Stakes US–Iran talks open in Islamabad, nuclear issue tops agenda
ISLAMABAD: Crucial negotiations between the United States and Iran have commenced in Islamabad, with a broad and contentious set of issues under discussion as both...
Iran-U.S. negotiations boost Asian markets, drive down oil prices
WEB DESK: The ongoing negotiations between Iran and the United States have positively influenced regional markets, leading to increased stability across Asian stock exchanges and...
Former governor Punjab Sardar Zulfikar Ali Khosa laid to rest in D.G.Khan
DERA GHAZI KAHN: Veteran Politician and Ex governor Punjab Sardar Zulfikar Ali Khosa breath his last in Lahore yesterday and laid to rest today in...