4 h. ago TLP leadership from central Punjab, Lahore severs ties with banned party

Ticket holders and office bearers of the Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) from central Punjab and Lahore on Tuesday announced that they were severing ties with the now-banned organisation, stating that they were “standing with the state”. On Friday, all election ticket holders of the TLP from south Punjab announced that they had left the party, accusing […]

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5 h. ago PIA operations ‘restored’ after strike causes delays to several int’l flights

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) on Tuesday said it has restored flight operations with some alternate arrangements after delays due to what it called a “strike” by the Society of Aircraft Engineers of Pakistan (SAEP). However, the SAEP stated there was no strike from their side and the engineers were only adhering to mandatory safety and […]

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6 h. ago Rabbani warns 27th Amendment would undo 18th, threaten federal unity

PPP stalwart cautions against ‘recentralisation’ of powers to Centre, saying proposed changes would roll back provincial autonomy gains Warns tampering with 18th Amendment could deepen national divides, calling move a financial burden that weakens participatory federalism ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) stalwart and former Senate chairman Raza Rabbani on Tuesday cautioned that the government’s proposed […]

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7 h. ago Ancient artefacts returned to Pakistan after years of diplomatic efforts

A collection of priceless ancient artefacts, which were recovered in Italy, has been returned to Pakistan following a lengthy effort to restore cultural items that were illegally removed from the country. The repatriation marks a significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between the two nations, according to the Pakistani Embassy in Rome. The artefacts, which […]

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8 h. ago Sanaullah says Constitution not ‘final word’, open to evolution

Adviser to PM stresses amendments part of democratic process, saying Constitution already amended 26 times Says 27th Amendment being needlessly sensationalized, reaffirming PML-N’s ‘no objection’ to 18th Amendment Calls for balanced fiscal framework between centre, provinces, stressing defense budget as a ‘shared responsibility’ of federation and provinces ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs Rana […]

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9 h. ago CM Maryam sets record with most development projects in Punjab’s history: Azma

Punjab information minister highlights Rs10b relief for flood victims, Rs100b for farmers Says 16 key projects to be shared publicly for transparency and accountability Warns of defamation action against those spreading false propaganda LAHORE: Punjab Minister for Information and Culture Azma Bukhari on Tuesday said that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif had emerged as the […]

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10 h. ago Chinese ambassador urges U.S. business community to seize opportunity for closer ties

WASHINGTON: The Chinese ambassador to the United States has praised the Busan Summit for recalibrating the direction of bilateral relations, and called on the American business community to seize the opportunity to boost bilateral ties. Ambassador Xie Feng made the remarks at the U.S.-China Business Council (USCBC) 2025 China Operations Conference & Dinner via video link […]

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10 h. ago China, Russia should create new cooperation growth points: Xi

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin on Tuesday in Beijing, calling for enhanced cooperation on multiple fronts and better synergy of development strategies. Xi said that since the beginning of this year, China and Russia have steadfastly navigated a turbulent external environment with great composure, aiming for higher-level and […]

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12 h. ago Experts urge unified action on water, food and climate crises

Experts at the Pakistan Water Week 2025 conference warned that Pakistan cannot achieve sustainable resilience unless water, food, and climate challenges are addressed through a single, integrated policy framework. They stressed that tackling these issues separately weakens national preparedness and called for stronger collaboration among governments, scientists, and communities. The event, themed “From Scarcity to […]

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13 h. ago Dar hails chromebook launch as breakthrough in digital Pakistan drive

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has termed the launch of Pakistan’s first Google Chromebook assembly line a “defining moment” in the country’s digital transformation, calling it a major milestone toward self-reliance in technology. Addressing the launch event titled Building the Digital Future, Together in Islamabad, he said that local production of Chromebooks would make digital […]

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13 h. ago Winter smog crisis deepens as pollution levels surge globally

As winter approaches, air quality is deteriorating sharply across major cities worldwide, triggering widespread health concerns. Experts warn that colder temperatures and stagnant weather patterns intensify air pollution, trapping harmful particles near the surface. This dangerous combination of seasonal science and human activity creates a toxic haze that poses severe risks to respiratory and cardiovascular […]

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14 h. ago Blue economy can unlock $100bn potential for Pakistan, says Aurangzeb

Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has called the blue economy a “game changer” for Pakistan’s growth. He said the maritime sector could generate $100 billion by 2047 if developed strategically. Speaking virtually at the Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference in Karachi, he stressed the need for policy continuity. He noted that the maritime sector […]

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14 h. ago Zardari calls for global equality, social integration and human rights

President Asif Ali Zardari has underscored the importance of social integration based on equality, solidarity, and respect for human rights, calling for collective global efforts to eradicate poverty and promote inclusive development. Addressing the World Summit for Social Development in Doha, the President highlighted that eradicating poverty in all its forms and promoting productive employment […]

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14 h. ago Buckingham Palace to host exhibition celebrating Queen Elizabeth II’s iconic style

LONDON – Buckingham Palace is set to celebrate the late Queen Elizabeth II’s fashion legacy with an unprecedented exhibition highlighting her timeless style and its impact on British culture. Titled “Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style,” the exhibition will feature around 200 items from the monarch’s wardrobe, half of which have never been displayed […]

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16 h. ago Ishaq Dar inaugurates Pakistan’s first Google Chromebook assembly line

ISLAMABAD – Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar on Tuesday inaugurated Pakistan’s first Google Chromebook assembly line, calling it a “historic milestone” that will accelerate the country’s digital transformation and expand access to affordable technology. Speaking at the launch ceremony in Islamabad, Dar said the initiative marks a new chapter in Pakistan’s partnership with Google, paving […]

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30 h. ago PPP submits resolution in PA seeking constitutional protection for LGs

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Parliamentary Leader Ahmad Kundi on,Monday submitted an important resolution in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly Secretariat seeking constitutional protection for the local government system in Pakistan. The resolution calls for an amendment to Article 140-A of the Constitution of Pakistan, recommending full political, administrative, and financial autonomy for local governments. According to […]

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31 h. ago Muslim nations condemn Israeli ceasefire violations, urge immediate withdrawal from Gaza

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and several other Muslim countries on Monday strongly condemned Israel’s violations of the fragile Gaza ceasefire and called for the immediate withdrawal of Israeli forces from the occupied Palestinian territory, according to the Foreign Office (FO). The ceasefire, signed on October 9 between Hamas and Israel, was part of a United States initiative […]

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33 h. ago China rejects Trump claim it is secretly testing nuclear weapons

BEIJING: China on Monday dismissed a claim by U.S. President Donald Trump that Beijing is secretly testing nuclear weapons, saying it remains committed to a self-defensive nuclear strategy and its pledge to halt nuclear testing. As a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council and a responsible nuclear-weapon state, China upholds its no-first-use nuclear […]

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39 h. ago King of Spain to visit China in first royal trip in 18 years

BEIJING — Spain’s King Felipe VI will make a state visit to China from November 10 to November 13, marking the first trip by a Spanish monarch in 18 years, the Chinese foreign ministry announced Monday. The visit comes as Spain aims to strengthen trade ties and attract Chinese investment. Mao Ning, spokesperson for China’s […]

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43 h. ago Pakistan Navy’s first Chinese submarine to enter service next year

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Navy expects to induct its first Chinese-designed Hangor-class submarine into active service next year, Admiral Naveed Ashraf revealed in an interview with China’s Global Times on Sunday. The deal, which will see eight submarines delivered by 2028, is reportedly worth up to $5 billion and aims to strengthen Pakistan’s maritime defense and […]

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