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...
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...