22 h. ago President Asif Ali Zardari praises Pakistan air force for strong defense against Indian aggression

ISLAMABAD — President Asif Ali Zardari visited the Air Headquarters (AHQ) to boost the morale of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) after its impressive role in defending the country’s airspace against recent Indian aggression. During the visit, the President expressed great satisfaction with the PAF’s combat readiness and unwavering commitment. Upon arrival, President Zardari was […]

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27 h. ago Saudi Riyal to Pak rupee buying, selling rates today – 18 June 2025

KARACHI – The Saudi Riyal (SAR) is being traded at Rs75.53 against Pakistani rupee in open market on Wednesday after

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37 h. ago Punjab Food Authority penalises food units for hygiene violations

MULTAN: The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) carried out inspections across Multan, Vehari, and Khanewal districts, targeting dairy shops, sweet and bakery production units, departmental stores, and other outlets to ensure compliance with hygiene and safety standards. As a result, six food units were shut down until improvements were made. The authorities confiscated a variety of […]

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38 h. ago Gandapur criticizes centre for ‘curtailing right to freedom of expression’ through Peca

CPNE delegation calls on KP CM, discusses key issues related to the newspaper industry, national politics and performance of provincial government PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur on Tuesday strongly criticized the federal government’s Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA), calling it an attack on freedom of the press and speech. “We […]

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40 h. ago Deputy Pak PM steps up regional diplomacy with Bangladesh, UAE amid Iran

ISLAMABAD – Deputy Prime Minister Senator Ishaq Dar held a meeting with Bangladesh’s High Commissioner to Pakistan, Iqbal Hossain Khan,

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41 h. ago Zardari and Shehbaz discuss economy and political climate in key meeting

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met to discuss Pakistan’s current political and economic situation. During the meeting, Shehbaz Sharif briefed the president on his recent visit to the United Arab Emirates and shared key developments. They also exchanged views on the upcoming federal budget. President Zardari stressed the importance of strengthening […]

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43 h. ago Asim Munir warns India: Talks on terrorism coming, big shifts ahead

Field Marshal General Asim Munir announced that Pakistan will soon hold talks with India on terrorism. Speaking in Washington D.C. to a large gathering of Pakistani-Americans, he said the world would witness major developments soon. He discussed national security, regional conflicts, and Operation Banyan Marsus. Munir also shared Pakistan’s firm and calculated response to Indian […]

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46 h. ago Bomb Threat Forces India’s IndiGo Flight To Emergency Land in Nagpur

A bomb threat forced an IndiGo flight, traveling from Muscat, Oman, to New Delhi, to make an emergency landing in Nagpur, Maharashtra, on Tuesday. The flight, which had a scheduled stopover in Kochi, was en route to the Indian capital when authorities acted on a bomb threat received at the Cochin International Airport Ltd. (CIAL). […]

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48 h. ago India to participate in Asia Cup 2025 amid strained ties with Pakistan

DUBAI – Amid strained ties between India and Pakistan, the Indian cricket team is expected to participate in the upcoming

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50 h. ago Pak rupee weakens against UAE Dirham today – AED to PKR on 17 June 2025

KARACHI – The UAE Dirham (AED) is being traded at Rs77.11 against Pakistani rupee in open market on Tuesday after

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51 h. ago Saudi Riyal to Pak rupee buying, selling rates today – 17 June 2025

KARACHI – The Saudi Riyal (SAR) is being traded at Rs75.45 against Pakistani rupee in open market on Tuesday after

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61 h. ago Operation rising lion: Israel’s strike on Tehran ignites a dangerous new Middle East War

At the heart of the complex and explosive politics of the Middle East lies the enduring enmity between Iran and Israel. On the dawn of June 13, 2025, Israel escalated this tension to an unprecedented height by launching extensive airstrikes on Iran’s capital Tehran and other crucial sites. This attack, dubbed “Operation Rising Lion,” targeted […]

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62 h. ago Asad Umar criticizes budget, urges all parties to unite for a way forward

ISLAMABAD: Former federal finance minister Asad Umar expressed deep concerns over the current political and economic situation in Pakistan, urging all political parties to unite and find a way forward to resolve the ongoing political crisis. Speaking to the media on Monday, Umar emphasized that the country is caught in a dangerous political quagmire, and […]

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62 h. ago Five militants linked to TTP killed in KP operations, weapons seized

RAWALPINDI: Security forces have killed five suspected terrorists affiliated with the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in two separate intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). The operations, conducted on June 15 and 16, targeted militants allegedly backed by Indian interests, according to a statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The first operation took place in […]

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66 h. ago Solidarity camp in Karachi backs international convoy to Gaza

KARACHI: A solidarity camp was held outside the Karachi Press Club to express support for the Global March to Gaza, drawing political, religious, and civil society leaders, alongside students and human rights activists. The event was jointly organized by Palestine Foundation Pakistan, Federal Urdu University, and think tank KAP. It voiced backing for the international […]

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2 d. ago ICC women’s world cup 2025: Pakistan to play all matches at neutral venue

The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 will start on September 30, with India as the host country. The opening match will be played in Bengaluru between India and Sri Lanka. However, due to political tensions, Pakistan’s women’s team will not play in India. Instead, all of Pakistan’s matches will be held in Colombo, Sri Lanka. […]

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2 d. ago PTI formally offers PPP to boycott budget vote under major political turn  

ISLAMABAD – A major political turn has emerged ahead of the federal budget for the fiscal year 2025–26, as Pakistan

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2 d. ago India moves students to safer areas in Iran after Israeli strikes

As deadly airstrikes continue in Iran, India has taken urgent steps to move its students to safer areas within the country. Israel launched multiple attacks across Iran on Friday, targeting even critical sites like oil refineries in Tehran. In response, Iran fired missiles at Israeli cities, sparking fears of a full-blown regional war. The Indian […]

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3 d. ago The sweetness of sugar: Amir Khusrau — a life in verse and vignette

This is the seventh article in a special series by Ally Adnan that brings to life memorable incidents from the rich and fascinating life of Hazrat Amir Khusrau, whose timeless legacy continues to inspire the world. Once, at a mehfil-e-sama at Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya’s khanaqah, Amir Khusrau recited a ghazal in the Sufi saint’s presence. […]

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3 d. ago Vawda and Maulana Fazl discuss political future, condemn security concerns

KARACHI: In a significant political meeting on Sunday, former federal minister Senator Faisal Vawda hosted Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman at his residence in Karachi. The two leaders discussed the country’s pressing political issues, with Vawda lauding Fazl as a vital mentor and emphasizing the need for his leadership to stabilize Pakistan. Vawda […]

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