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...
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...
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...
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...
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...