29 h. ago Aaqib Javed: We haven’t finalized white or red ball specialists yet

Lahore – Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) High Performance Director and Selection Committee Member Aaqib Javed said on Monday that no final decision has been made about which players will specialize in white-ball or red-ball cricket. He shared these views during a press briefing at the launch of a Skills Development Camp in Lahore. He stressed […]

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30 h. ago Pakistan denies nuclear assurance claims to Iran, slams foreign propaganda

Credible security sources have denied reports claiming Pakistan gave Iran any nuclear assurance in case of an Israeli attack. These claims were circulated by some foreign media outlets. Officials said no such commitment was made by Pakistan. They called the reports completely false and misleading. Security sources said the claims were part of a propaganda […]

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5 d. ago Bilawal Bhutto calls for dialogue with India on Kashmir, water, and terrorism Issues

Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, head of Pakistan’s parliamentary delegation, said Pakistan is ready to hold talks with India. He wants to resolve Kashmir, terrorism, and water disputes peacefully. Bilawal called India’s unilateral moves on the Indus Waters Treaty a clear violation of international law. He urged dialogue as the best way forward. After meeting the European […]

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5 d. ago SBP’s monetary policy committee to decide interest rate on june 16

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced that its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) will meet on Monday, June 16, 2025. The purpose of the meeting is to review the economic situation and decide whether to change the policy interest rate. The SBP will issue the official statement through a press release on the same day. […]

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6 d. ago Bilawal alleges India ‘sabotaging Trump’s peace efforts on Kashmir’

LONDON: Former foreign minister and PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Wednesday condemned India for attempting to “sabotage President Donald Trump’s peace efforts” in South Asia, stressing that Pakistan remains committed to resolving all issues, including Kashmir, through dialogue. Speaking to the media in London, Bilawal’s remarks came against the backdrop of the ongoing India-Pakistan […]

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6 d. ago US CENTCOM commander calls Pakistan an exceptional counterterrorism partner

General Michael Erik Kurilla, commander of US Central Command (CENTCOM), praised Pakistan as a vital partner in the global fight against terrorism. Speaking before the US Senate Armed Services Committee, he emphasized Pakistan’s crucial role in combating ISIS-Khorasan, one of the world’s most active terrorist groups. General Kurilla said Pakistan has emerged as an exceptional […]

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6 d. ago Trump’s nominee for South Asia backs Pakistan ties, emphasizes peace with India

WASHINGTON: Paul Kapur, nominated by President Donald Trump as the next US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia, has expressed strong support for enhancing cooperation with Pakistan in security, trade, and investment sectors. In his Senate confirmation hearing on Wednesday, Kapur outlined his commitment to fostering peace and stability in South Asia, […]

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8 d. ago India blocks Sikh pilgrims from attending Guru Arjan Dev Ji anniversary in Pakistan

LAHORE: India has barred Sikh pilgrims from travelling to Pakistan to attend the annual martyrdom anniversary of Guru Arjan Dev Ji, drawing criticism from religious leaders and interfaith groups for undermining religious harmony. Despite the restriction, Pakistan’s Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB) and Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (PSGPC) hosted a symbolic reception at the […]

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8 d. ago President Zardari warns hindutva ideology threatens peace across south asia

ISLAMABAD – President Asif Ali Zardari on Monday raised alarm over the growing influence of the Hindutva ideology in India, warning that it poses serious risks to peace and stability across the entire South Asian region. He expressed grave concern over increasing intolerance and violence against minorities—particularly Muslims and Christians—in India under the ruling nationalist […]

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9 d. ago Prime minister Shehbaz Sharif calls turkish president to extend Eid

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a cordial telephonic conversation with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, extending warm Eid-ul-Adha greetings and best wishes to him, his family, and the people of Türkiye. The leaders reaffirmed their deep-rooted fraternal ties and expressed a strong commitment to further enhancing cooperation between Pakistan and Türkiye in all areas of […]

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1 week ago Bilawal offers peace talks with India at neutral venue, thanks Trump for ceasefire

WASHINGTON – Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has announced that Pakistan is ready to hold peace talks with India at a neutral location. In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), Bilawal emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to achieving lasting peace in South Asia and welcomed international support for this cause. Bilawal thanked former U.S. […]

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1 week ago Pakistan and Saudi Arabia pledge to boost trade and investment cooperation

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong commitment to strengthening economic ties with Saudi Arabia, following his meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during his recent official visit. The meeting took place on the blessed occasion of Eid ul Adha and focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, and development. […]

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1 week ago Bilawal calls on US lawmakers to back Pakistan’s peace efforts

In a series of high-level meetings with members of the US House Foreign Affairs Committee, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman and former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari cautioned against India’s increasingly aggressive posture, warning it could destabilise the entire South Asian region. Leading a multi-party Pakistani delegation to Washington, Bilawal urged American lawmakers to back […]

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1 week ago Panel formed to investigate railway bridge collapse at Khanewal Station

Pakistan Railways has established an inquiry committee to investigate the recent collapse of a passenger bridge at Khanewal Station. The committee, which includes the Railways Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Inspector General of Police (IG), and the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) of Lahore, has been tasked with determining the cause of the incident and […]

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1 week ago Bilawal urges U.S. to help prevent war with India, calls for peace talks

Former Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari met with senior officials of the Trump administration in Washington. He presented Pakistan’s concerns about Indian aggression and praised the U.S. for helping achieve a recent ceasefire. During the meeting with Under Secretary of State Allison Hooker, Bilawal thanked President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio for […]

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1 week ago Commerce ministry distances itself from smuggling role, calls for joint national effort

The Ministry of Commerce (MoC) has stated that it does not handle or maintain data related to smuggling and illegal trade in Pakistan. During a Senate sub-committee meeting, the ministry instead recommended a “Whole-of-Government” approach to effectively tackle the issue, emphasizing that it requires collaboration across multiple government departments. Additional Secretary for Trade Policy, Salman […]

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1 week ago Appointment to key UN bodies validates global trust in Pakistan’s counterterrorism credentials: PM Shehbaz

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said that Pakistan’s recent appointment to key UN committees reaffirmed the international community’s trust in the country’s counterterrorism credentials. In a post on X, the prime minister said the appointments were a “matter of great pride.” He added, “These key appointments validate the international community’s confidence and trust […]

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1 week ago Pakistan employed full spectrum of power against India: Gen Sahar

CJCSC says it was a synergetic effect as JF-17, J-10C and PL-15 missiles played a critical role in achieving operational success CJCSC reaffirms Sino-Pak friendship as ‘higher than mountains, deeper than oceans, and stronger than steel’ RAWALPINDI: Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza has said that Pakistan employed the full […]

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1 week ago Bilawal to U.S.: Peace in south asia needs dialogue, not intimidation

A high-level delegation led by PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari met with members of the US Congress in Washington. The team stressed the urgent need for dialogue between Pakistan and India to bring lasting peace to the region. They emphasized that the Kashmir dispute remains an unfinished agenda of the United Nations. Bilawal highlighted that […]

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1 week ago Pakistan, US entering a ‘new era’ of cooperation, understanding: PM

Premier Shehbaz lauds President Trump, saying Mr Trump proved, beyond any doubt, he is a man of peace, advocating for trade and investment Mentions shared democratic values between two nations, citing wisdom of US founding fathers and their alignment with ideals of Pakistan’s founder Congratulates American people on its 249th Independence Day, expressing Pakistan’s commitment […]

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