4 h. ago Pakistan urges global community to hold Israel accountable for Iran aggression

Strongly condemning the unjustified and illegitimate aggression by Israel against Iran, Pakistan on Thursday urged the international community and the United Nations to bear the responsibility to uphold international law, stop this aggression immediately, and hold the aggressor accountable for its actions. “The Israeli military strikes violate the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iran and […]

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8 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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9 h. ago Pakistan issues travel advisory for Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, and Syria

ISLAMABAD – The Government of Pakistan has issued an official travel advisory urging citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, and Syria due to the evolving security situation in the region. In a statement released on Thursday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs advised Pakistani nationals currently residing in these countries to remain extremely […]

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9 h. ago Pakistan goes electric: New EV policy aims to transform transport by 2030

ISLAMABAD — The Government of Pakistan has unveiled the National Electric Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025–30, aiming to transform the country’s transport sector with clean, affordable, and energy-efficient mobility solutions. The policy sets a bold target: 30% of all new vehicles sold by 2030 will be electric. Addressing a press conference, Haroon Akhtar Khan, Special Assistant […]

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34 h. ago Dar directs urgent evacuation of Pakistanis stranded in Iran, Iraq

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has ordered the swift evacuation of all Pakistani nationals currently stranded in Iran and Iraq. He chaired a high-level meeting to assess ongoing efforts and instructed officials to accelerate the repatriation process. Dar expressed satisfaction with the steps taken so far but emphasized the need for urgency. […]

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37 h. ago Pakistan reaches nations hockey cup semifinal despite loss to New Zealand

KUALA LUMPUR – Pakistan has qualified for the semifinals of the Nations Hockey Cup in Malaysia, thanks to a better goal average — even after losing to New Zealand. Earlier today, Pakistan faced a tough match against New Zealand, who narrowly defeated them by 4-3. With this win, New Zealand secured their spot in the […]

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41 h. ago PIA rescues 107 stranded Pakistanis from Iran amid regional tensions

ISLAMABAD – A special Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight successfully brought home 107 Pakistani nationals stranded in Iran due to regional instability and the closure of Iranian airspace. The special flight PK-9552 landed in Islamabad early Tuesday morning, arriving from Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. The passengers had earlier traveled overland from Iran to Ashgabat after air routes […]

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41 h. ago Pakistan begins action to block over 4.9 million mobile SIMs linked to expired CNICs

ISLAMABAD — The government of Pakistan has started the process of blocking more than 4.9 million mobile SIM cards issued against expired or invalid Computerized National Identity Cards (CNICs). The Ministry of Interior directed the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) to take action following recommendations from NADRA. According to officials, SIMs registered with canceled, expired, or […]

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43 h. ago Pakistan slams Gaza crisis as ‘collapse of humanity’ at UN session

At the United Nations General Assembly, Pakistan strongly condemned the ongoing crisis in Gaza, calling it a “stain on the conscience of humanity.” Pakistan’s UN Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad highlighted the shocking death toll of over 55,000 people — including 18,000 children and 28,000 women — and described the destruction of homes, hospitals, and schools […]

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54 h. ago SC declines request to enforce PTI’s allocation of reserved seats

The Constitutional Bench of the Supreme Court of Pakistan has rejected the request to enforce its decision regarding the allocation of seats to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for 39 members of the National Assembly. During the hearing, Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar remarked, “Has the Election Commission declared all 39 members as belonging to PTI?” Advocate Faisal […]

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55 h. ago Field Marshal lauds expats significant role as Pakistan’s Ambassadors

Gen Munir receives a warm reception and welcome from overseas Pakistanis in Washington COAS acknowledges overseas Pakistanis’ contributions to national economy and global reputation WASHINGTON: Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Tuesday expressed his deep appreciation for the vital and most significant role being played by overseas Pakistanis for being ambassadors […]

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59 h. ago 20 Muslim nations condemn Israel’s aggression against Iran, call for immediate ceasefire

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan, along with 19 other Muslim-majority nations, has condemned Israel’s escalating military actions against Iran, calling for an immediate ceasefire and a return to diplomatic dialogue. In a joint statement issued on June 13, 2025, the Foreign Ministers of Algeria, Bahrain, Brunei, Chad, Comoros, Djibouti, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Libya, Mauritania, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi […]

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61 h. ago Dar rejects false claims of nuclear threat to Israel, warns against any aggression

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar strongly rejected claims that Pakistan threatened to launch a nuclear strike on Israel if an attack occurred on Iran. Dar described the reports as “fake news” and dismissed them as baseless misinformation. Speaking in the Senate, Dar clarified that Pakistan’s nuclear program is solely for national defense and not […]

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63 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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66 h. ago PM Shehbaz orders Reko Diq to be linked with railway network by 2028

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to connect the Reko Diq mining site in Balochistan to Pakistan’s national railway network by the year 2028. The move aims to boost regional development and improve cargo transportation across the country. During a high-level meeting chaired by the Prime Minister, officials presented a detailed briefing […]

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66 h. ago Pakistan joins China’s GDI to speed up progress on sustainable development goals

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan has officially aligned itself with China’s Global Development Initiative (GDI) to accelerate its progress toward achieving the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With strong bilateral ties and ongoing cooperation under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), Pakistan is in a strategic position to embed GDI into its national development agenda. The Global Development […]

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66 h. ago PM Shehbaz highlights blue economy as key to Pakistan’s growth

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has stressed the vital role of the blue economy in Pakistan’s development, calling it a major force for national and regional economic progress. While speaking at the soft launch of the second International Maritime Expo and Conference in Islamabad, the prime minister stated that Pakistan must fully explore its […]

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67 h. ago Pakistan’s nuclear policy aims for defence, not regional dominance: Khawaja Asif

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has clarified that Pakistan’s nuclear program is strictly for defence and national security, not for asserting dominance in the region. He made the remarks through a post on social media platform X, stressing that the country’s capabilities are aimed at deterring threats, not provoking them. He further stated that Pakistan respects […]

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69 h. ago COAS, overseas Pakistanis in US pledge to work together for national progress

RAWALPINDI – Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and and the overseas Pakistanis pledged to work together

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3 d. ago 350 Pakistani pilgrims and students return from Iran amid regional tensions

Amid rising regional tensions, 350 Pakistani nationals—mostly pilgrims—have returned from Iran via the Taftan border, according to official sources. The group also included 45 students. Authorities confirmed that the returning individuals will now be transported to Quetta as part of coordinated repatriation efforts. This is part of Pakistan’s ongoing initiative to ensure the safe return […]

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