84 m. ago Punjab MPAs suspension: PTI to mobilise public against illegal, undemocratic move

LAHORE: As a fresh political storm brews in Punjab, PTI on Friday announced that it will challenge the suspension of 26 of its MPAs from the Punjab Assembly through legal channels and public mobilisation. The opposition party decried the speaker’s “unconstitutional and partisan” conduct, asserting it was left with no choice but to escalate both […]

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1 hour ago Pakistan, Poland eye deeper partnership after key talks in Warsaw

Pakistan and Poland have agreed to strengthen their bilateral relationship through high-level visits, parliamentary exchanges, and continued diplomatic dialogue. This understanding was reached during the 9th Round of Bilateral Political Consultations (BPC) held on July 4, 2025, in Warsaw. The meeting aimed to enhance cooperation across multiple sectors, marking a positive step in long-standing diplomatic […]

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4 h. ago OPEC+ speeds up oil production: 548,000 barrels per day added for august

OPEC+ has decided to increase oil production by 548,000 barrels per day (bpd) in August. The move comes after recent market disruptions caused by U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran. This is OPEC+’s first meeting since those events and reflects a major shift in their strategy. The group, which includes Saudi Arabia, Russia, and six […]

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4 h. ago Trump: Iran has not agreed to nuclear inspections or enrichment ban

US President Donald Trump stated that Iran has not accepted international nuclear inspections nor agreed to halt uranium enrichment. Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump claimed Iran’s nuclear programme had been “set back permanently” but warned it could restart operations at new locations. He added that Iran’s efforts to resume enrichment would be a serious […]

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5 h. ago A walk of unity: Pakistan, Türkiye & Azerbaijan leaders bond in Khankendi

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a warm and friendly meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev in Khankendi, Azerbaijan, on the sidelines of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) summit. Following the summit, the three leaders took a symbolic walk through the streets of Khankendi, surrounded by picturesque landscapes and deep-rooted […]

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6 h. ago Govt finalizes bold industrial policy to revive struggling sector

The Pakistani government has finalized a new industrial policy to rescue the declining manufacturing sector, which has been shrinking for years. The policy was approved during a high-level meeting of the Industrial Policy Committee, chaired by Special Assistant to the PM, Haroon Akhtar Khan, in Islamabad. Officials in the meeting showed concern that industry’s share […]

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7 h. ago Punjab unveils Rs52 billion package for farmers, youth, and roads

Punjab’s Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP) has approved nine major development projects worth more than Rs52.35 billion, aiming to support farmers, young graduates, and urban infrastructure. The second PDWP meeting for fiscal year 2025–26, chaired by Dr. Naeem Rauf, focused heavily on agriculture reforms and rural uplift. One of the biggest projects is the solarisation […]

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10 h. ago World bank injects $55M to digitally upgrade Pakistan’s power discos

The World Bank has approved an additional $55 million in financing to support Pakistan’s power sector reforms, specifically targeting Hyderabad Electric Supply Company (HESCO) and Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO). The funding is part of the Electricity Distribution Efficiency Improvement Project (EDEIP), designed to modernize outdated systems and enhance the operational and financial performance of […]

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10 h. ago UN nuclear inspectors exit Iran amid rising military tensions

Inspectors from the UN’s nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), have safely departed Iran and returned to Vienna, according to an official statement from the agency. The IAEA is now calling for the urgent restoration of monitoring and verification activities in Iran, which were halted after Iran formally suspended cooperation last Wednesday. The […]

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14 h. ago Punjab speaker files reference to disqualify 26 MPAs over misconduct

ISLAMABAD: Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Ahmad Khan filed a reference with the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Thursday, seeking the disqualification of 26 opposition lawmakers from the provincial assembly for allegedly violating the sanctity of the house. The lawmakers in question are members of the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC). Speaking to the media, Speaker […]

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17 h. ago No bar on extraditing ‘individuals of concern’ if India cooperates, says Bilawal

PPP Chairman and former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Friday said Pakistan had no objection to extraditing “individuals of concern” to India as a confidence-building measure, as long as New Delhi showed willingness to cooperate in the process. Ties between Pakistan and India have remained tense, further strained after New Delhi, without presenting evidence, […]

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18 h. ago Bilawal says ‘Islamabad may opt’ for extraditing ‘individuals of concern’ if India cooperates

PPP chairman expresses concern about India’s vow to pursue terrorists, calling it a ‘new abnormal’ ISLAMABAD: PPP Chairman and former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Friday said Pakistan had no objection to extraditing “individuals of concern” to India as a confidence-building measure (CBM), as long as New Delhi showed willingness to cooperate in the […]

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18 h. ago Pakistan, Azerbaijan agree to boost trade and investment cooperation

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday met with President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev on the sidelines of Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Summit in Khankendi, Azerbaijan. During the meeting, the two leaders agreed to enhance their cooperation in the fields of trade and investment while expressing satisfaction over the progress made regarding the investment prospects. Both […]

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18 h. ago Aleem meets CRBC chairman, discusses investment opportunities in M

Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan held a detailed meeting with Chairman of the China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC), Du Fei, during his official visit to Tianjin, focusing on expanding Chinese investment in Pakistan’s road infrastructure sector. The two sides discussed a range of issues including bilateral cooperation in road infrastructure development, particularly […]

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19 h. ago PPP Policy Board okays several projects to boost urban mobility

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah presided over the 47th meeting of the Public Private Partnership (PPP) Policy Board on Friday reviewed and approved several transformative infrastructure and development projects aimed at enhancing urban mobility, vocational education, recreational spaces, and road connectivity across the province. The meeting, held at CM House, was attended by […]

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19 h. ago Evolving global landscape warrants regional cooperation to confront challenges: PM

PM Shehbaz addresses ECO Summit, saying, ‘forces of instability and chaos continue to destabilise our region for geo-political agendas Condemns recent Indian aggression and New Delhi’s attempts to weaponise water by holding IWT in abeyance Reiterates India couldn’t be allowed to ‘pursue this dangerous path that will be regarded as an act of aggression by […]

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20 h. ago PM discusses regional developments with presidents of Türkiye, Iran and Uzbekistan

PM Shehbaz, President Erdogan emphasize importance of deepening cooperation in trade, defense, energy, connectivity, and investment sectors Premier reaffirms commitment to working closely with Iran for ‘peace in region through dialogue, diplomacy’ PM and Uzbek president agree to deepen robust partnership in all areas of mutual interest, especially in trade, connectivity, energy, culture and Trans-Afghan […]

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20 h. ago Pakistan sets bold industrial revival plan to boost exports and cut imports

ISLAMABAD – The government has finalized a new industrial policy to revive Pakistan’s struggling industrial sector. The Prime Minister’s Committee on Industrial Policy approved key reforms in a recent meeting chaired by SAPM Haroon Akhtar Khan. The policy focuses on increasing exports, reducing imports, and helping small businesses grow. Officials said the industry’s share in […]

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21 h. ago Pakistan, Azerbaijan ink $2 billion investment deal: PM Shehbaz

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has confirmed that Pakistan and Azerbaijan have signed a $2 billion investment agreement, aimed at boosting economic cooperation between the two countries. The announcement came during the PM’s official visit to Baku, where he met with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev. Speaking to the media, PM Shehbaz called his meeting with President […]

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22 h. ago Syria willing to work with US to restore 1974 truce deal with Israel

Syria has expressed readiness to cooperate with the United States to reinstate the 1974 disengagement agreement with Israel, according to a statement issued after a call between Syrian Foreign Minister Asad Al-Shibani and his American counterpart Marco Rubio. The development comes as Washington intensifies efforts to mediate peace between Syria and Israel. Last week, US […]

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