60 m. ago Ishaq Dar calls for swift progress on industrial parks to boost investment

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar has urged authorities to accelerate the development of industrial parks. He emphasized that these parks must meet international standards to attract local and foreign investment. Dar made these comments while chairing a high-level committee meeting focused on the Karachi Industrial Park project at the Pakistan […]

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64 m. ago Pakistan showcases booming IT talent at U.S. tech conference

Pakistan wrapped up the final session of the “Pakistan-U.S. Tech Investment Conference 2025” in Washington, D.C., on Thursday. The event brought together IT companies, entrepreneurs, and business leaders from both countries. It followed similar sessions held earlier in Dallas and New York. These meetings focused on increasing U.S. investment in Pakistan’s growing tech sector. The […]

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66 m. ago Pakistan joins China & Bangladesh in new strategic dialogue platform

KUNMING, CHINA – In a landmark diplomatic development, Pakistan, China, and Bangladesh have agreed to launch a trilateral cooperation initiative aimed at deepening regional integration and promoting mutual development. The announcement came during the inaugural Vice Foreign Minister/Foreign Secretary-level meeting held on Thursday in Kunming, Yunnan Province, China. The three nations committed to pursuing joint […]

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78 m. ago Iranian foreign minister: Negotiations are meaningless until Israeli aggression stops

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi firmly stated that any negotiations would be meaningless as long as Israeli aggression continues unchecked. Speaking to reporters upon his arrival in Geneva for scheduled talks with European foreign ministers, Araghchi made it clear that Iran will not discuss its defensive missile program under any circumstances. He emphasized that Tehran […]

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3 h. ago Tensions rise as KP CM threatens assembly dissolution over federal plans

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has strongly warned the federal government against imposing an economic emergency in the province. He declared that if the federal government proceeds with such a move, the provincial assembly will be dissolved immediately. This stern warning signals rising tensions between the provincial government and the federation. The statement […]

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4 h. ago U.S. attack on Iran would expose China’s limited power in region, says NYT

A recent New York Times article argues that a U.S. military strike on Iran would highlight China’s limited power in the Middle East. Despite China’s growing global influence, it is unlikely to provide military support to Iran if such a conflict breaks out. According to the report, China may supply Iran with defensive equipment and […]

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5 h. ago Russian drone strikes devastate Odesa and Kharkiv, killing one and injuring dozens

Russian drone attacks on Ukraine’s Black Sea city of Odesa overnight left one person dead and at least 14 others injured, local officials confirmed on Friday. The strikes caused significant damage to high-rise buildings, railway lines, and other key infrastructure in the city. Odesa, a major port vital for Ukraine’s trade, has faced frequent drone […]

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5 h. ago Iran refuses to discuss missile program amid Israeli attacks, says talks with US off the table

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has firmly rejected any negotiations on the country’s missile program or defense capabilities, stating that these topics are completely off-limits in discussions with European representatives. In an interview with Iranian state TV IRIB on Friday, Araghchi made it clear that upcoming meetings in Geneva with officials from France, Germany, and […]

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6 h. ago Hezbollah declares full support for Iran, threatens action against Israeli strikes

Hezbollah has openly declared its support for Iran amid rising tensions in the Middle East, warning that it will not remain silent in the face of Israeli and American aggression. The announcement came from Hezbollah’s Secretary-General Naim Qassem on Thursday through a statement posted on Telegram. Qassem stated that Hezbollah and the Islamic Resistance are […]

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6 h. ago Textile exports grow 7.37% to $16.36 billion in first 11 months of FY 2024

Pakistan’s textile exports increased by 7.37% during the first eleven months of the current financial year, reaching $16.36 billion. This marks a significant rise compared to $15.24 billion in the same period last year, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The growth was driven by strong performance in key segments. Knitwear exports surged […]

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7 h. ago Pakistan’s national highway authority holds historic auction of 68 toll plazas

In a first-of-its-kind event, Pakistan’s National Highway Authority (NHA) successfully conducted the country’s inaugural public auction of 68 toll plazas. This milestone move opens new business opportunities for investors across the nation. The auction took place at Islamabad’s Jinnah Convention Centre under the guidance of Federal Minister for Communications, Abdul Aleem Khan. He stressed the […]

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7 h. ago Sindh healthcare commission launches online registration for clinics and hospitals

KARACHI – The Sindh Healthcare Commission (SHCC) has introduced an online system for registering and licensing clinics and private hospitals across Sindh. This new digital platform aims to make the registration process easier and faster for healthcare providers. SHCC signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Sindh Business One Stop Shop (SBOSS) under the […]

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7 h. ago Trump backs Israel’s strike on Iran despite ‘peacemaker’ claims

WASHINGTON – US President Donald Trump, once known for calling himself a peacemaker, has quietly supported Israel’s recent bombing campaign against Iran, signaling a major shift in his approach to Middle East conflicts. Though he initially favored diplomacy, growing pressure from allies and intelligence reports of an imminent Israeli strike pushed him toward military support. […]

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7 h. ago No more amnesty schemes as govt shifts focus to widening tax net: Finance Minister

ISLAMABAD – Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has made it clear that the upcoming federal budget will not include any tax amnesty schemes. He stated that the era of tax exemptions and reliefs for tax evaders is over, as the government now aims to expand the tax net and improve transparency in the system. During a […]

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7 h. ago Ishaq Dar to present Pakistan’s stance at 51st OIC foreign ministers’ meeting

ISLAMABAD – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar will represent Pakistan at the 51st session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers, set to take place in Türkiye on June 21-22, 2025. He will address key global and regional issues during the high-level session. During the plenary, Ishaq […]

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14 h. ago Netanyahu seeks support for Iran strikes as Trump mulls US attack within two weeks

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu  welcomed “all help” in destroying Iran’s nuclear sites, amidst continued Israeli air raids on Iran. Netanyahu emphasized that while Israel is capable of targeting all of Iran’s nuclear facilities, assistance would be appreciated. He also stated that US President Donald Trump would act in the best interests of the United […]

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15 h. ago Canada accuses India of foreign interference in intelligence report

TORONTO: Canada’s intelligence agency has accused India of perpetrating foreign interference in a report published Wednesday, highlighting transnational repression in its activities within Canada. The report was released shortly after Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks at the G7 summit in Alberta, Canada, where both sides agreed to […]

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18 h. ago Trump says to mull ‘US attack’ as Netanyahu seeks support amid escalated week

Tel Aviv is capable of striking all of Iran’s nuclear facilities but all help is welcome: Israeli PM Israel, Iran trade strikes as air war escalates with no end in sight Iran strikes Israeli defence sites in Haifa, stock exchange in Tel Aviv with missiles and drones as Israel targets Iranian nuclear sites Khamenei says […]

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18 h. ago Locals call for action against hotels ‘polluting’ Attabad Lake

Local social activists in Pakistan’s northern Hunza Valley are demanding strict action against hotels operating around Attabad Lake for failing to meet environmental standards, after a video by a foreign vlogger alleging untreated sewage discharge into the lake went viral on social media this week. Attabad Lake was formed in 2010 when a massive landslide […]

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20 h. ago Asian volleyball nations cup: Pakistan fights back to beat Chinese Taipei 3

MANILA — In a thrilling showdown at the Asian Volleyball Nations Cup, Pakistan edged past Chinese Taipei 3-2 after a fierce five-set battle. Pakistan started confidently, taking the first two sets 25-20 and 25-22 with solid attacks and smart plays. It looked like a straight-set victory, but Chinese Taipei turned the tables. They fought back […]

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