8 h. ago Former Minister Durrani, Senator Irfan Siddiqui agree to carry on dialogue for resolving political issues

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz Senior leader and Chairman of the Senate Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Senator Irfan Siddiqui, was called on by former Federal Minister for Information, Muhammad Ali Durrani here in Islamabad on Thursday. The two leaders held an in-depth discussion on the prevailing political situation in the country. Senator Durrani referred to […]

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9 h. ago Pakistan, EU agree to bolster security, counterterrorism cooperation

At 10th Political Dialogue, Pakistan, EU affirm their commitment to implementation of SEP signed in 2019 Both sides reaffirm aspiration to convene 7th Strategic Dialogue in 2025 to strengthen bilateral cooperation BRUSSELS/ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the European Union (EU) on Thursday agreed on bolstering cooperation in security and counter-terrorism, among other sectors, during a bilateral dialogue. […]

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13 h. ago EU, Pakistan boost ties at 10th political dialogue in Brussels

The 10th Political Dialogue between the European Union and Pakistan was held on July 17 in Brussels, where both sides discussed strengthening their bilateral relationship and regional cooperation. The EU was represented by Olof Skoog, while Pakistan’s delegation was led by Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch. This high-level meeting focused on important political, security, and multilateral […]

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18 h. ago Hajj, Umrah cost may decrease by Rs50,000 for Pakistani pilgrims

ISLAMABAD – Federal Minister for Religious Affairs, Sardar Muhammad Yousaf, has lauded the establishment of a $40 million fund by

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21 h. ago Dubai honours Pakistani man over exemplary politeness, respectful behavior

DUBAI – A Pakistani taxi driver, Falak Niaz Khan, has been recognized by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) for

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22 h. ago Canadian dollar strengthens against Pakistani rupee – 17 July 2025

LAHORE – The buying rate of Canadian has recorded an increase against Pakistani rupee in open market where it stood

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22 h. ago Passenger bus attack leaves 3 dead; army major martyred in IBO

A deadly attack targeted a passenger coach travelling from Karachi to Quetta near Niemurgh Cross in Kalat district, Balochistan, leaving at least three passengers dead and seven others injured, according to local police sources. Confirming the incident, spokesperson Shahid Rind stated that the injured had been shifted to the District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital in Kalat. […]

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23 h. ago Dirham stages recovery against Pakistani rupee – 17 July 2025

KARACHI – The buying rate of UAE Dirham (AED) registered significant recovery against Pakistani rupee in open market where it

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23 h. ago Pakistan rupee slides as Saudi Riyal sees gains – 17 July 2025

KARACHI – The buying rate of Saudi Riyal registered upward trend against Pakistani rupee in open market on Thursday as

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23 h. ago Major relief for Elahi as LHC suspends NAB’s decision in graft case

The Lahore High Court Rawalpindi Bench has granted major relief to former Punjab Chief Minister Chaudhry Parvez Elahi by suspending a decision made by the accountability court. The two-member bench, comprising Justice Shahram Sarwar and Justice Sajid Mehmood Sethi, issued a notice to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) while hearing Elahi’s writ petition. The bench […]

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35 h. ago President, PM condemn Kalat terror attack, vow justice for victims

ISLAMABAD, July 16 — President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Kalat, Balochistan, that claimed the lives of innocent passengers traveling from Karachi to Quetta. The attack was carried out by Indian-backed group “Fitna-ul-Hindustan”, according to official sources. In their statements, both leaders expressed deep grief and […]

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35 h. ago Israel strikes key Syrian institutions in Damascus attack as Druze clashes continue

DAMASCUS: An Israeli airstrike hit next to the presidential palace in Syria’s capital Damascus on Wednesday, according to a Reuters witness, after the Syrian defence ministry and military headquarters were also attacked. Earlier, Israeli strikes hit near the Syrian army and defence ministry headquarters in Damascus, the state-run Alekhbariya channel reported on Telegram, after Israel’s military said it […]

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36 h. ago Arshad Nadeem exposes unfulfilled promises of land prizes after Olympic victory

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Olympic gold medalist in javelin throw, Arshad Nadeem, has revealed that while he was awarded several cash prizes following his record-breaking victory at the 2024 Paris Olympics, the promised land plots have yet to materialize. Nadeem, who captured the nation’s heart with his Olympic record throw of 92.97 meters, making history as Pakistan’s […]

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37 h. ago LHC grants major relief to Parvez Elahi, suspends accountability court’s order

RAWALPINDI: The Lahore High Court Rawalpindi Bench on Wednesday granted significant relief to former Punjab Chief Minister Chaudhry Parvez Elahi by suspending a decision made by the accountability court in regard to the ongoing graft case against him. The two-member bench comprising Justice Shahram Sarwar and Justice Sajid Mehmood Sethi issued a notice to the […]

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37 h. ago Italian cricketer Zain Naqvi aims to face Pakistan in T20 world cup

Pakistani-origin Italian opener Zain Naqvi has expressed his strong desire to play against Pakistan in the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2026. In an exclusive interview with Geo News, Zain shared his journey from moving to Italy as a teenager to representing the country on the international cricket stage. Zain explained that when he moved […]

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37 h. ago Azma Bukhari calls out PTI founder over kids’ citizenship status

Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari spoke at a press conference in Lahore, criticizing the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). She questioned why the PTI founder, whose children reportedly hold British citizenship, has not arranged Pakistani citizenship for them yet. Bukhari pointed out that his children can visit him anytime since they have British nationality. She […]

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38 h. ago 3 killed, 7 wounded in brutal bus shooting in Balochistan’s Kalat

Three passengers were killed and seven others injured after gunmen opened fire on a passenger bus in Kalat, Balochistan, government officials confirmed. The bus was en route from Karachi to Quetta when the attack took place on Wednesday. The injured were rushed to the District Headquarters Hospital in Kalat, where an emergency was declared to […]

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38 h. ago Israeli airstrikes hit near Syrian presidential palace and military sites

Israeli airstrikes struck areas near the presidential palace in Damascus on Wednesday, causing tension to rise in the already fragile region. A Reuters witness confirmed seeing smoke rising from the area following the attack. The airstrike was one of several launched by Israel targeting strategic sites in Syria’s capital. According to Syrian state-run television, the […]

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39 h. ago UN expert slams US sanctions, calls them illegal and unprecedented

Francesca Albanese, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on Palestinian affairs, has strongly criticized the US sanctions placed against her, calling them a clear violation of her diplomatic immunity. While speaking in Bogotá, she said the move was not only unprecedented but also a serious attack on her mandate and independence. The US announced the sanctions […]

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40 h. ago Sardaar Ji 3 breaks records, becomes top Indian Punjabi film in Pakistan

Sardaar Ji 3 has officially become the highest-grossing Indian Punjabi film in Pakistan, crossing the Rs300 million mark at the local box office. According to an entertainment portal, the film earned over Rs310 million in Pakistan, overtaking Carry On Jatta 3. Starring Pakistani actress Hania Aamir and Indian superstar Diljit Dosanjh, the film also brought […]

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