3 h. ago 3mn Afghans likely to return this year after Pakistan, Iran introduce new policies

Three million Afghans could return to their country this year, a UN refugee official said Friday, warning that the repatriation flow is placing intense pressure on an already major humanitarian crisis. Iran and Pakistan have introduced new policies affecting displaced Afghans, with Tehran already having given four million “illegal” Afghans until July 6 to leave […]

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4 h. ago Turkish president hails the start of disarmament by Kurdish separatists

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday hailed start of a disarmament process by militant Kurdish separatists as the end of a “painful chapter” in Türkiye’s troubled history. Erdogan told a meeting of his ruling AKP party in Ankara that the more than 40-year-old “scourge of terrorism” for which the Kurdistan Workers’ Party – or […]

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5 h. ago Pak, OIC & Israel: Pragmatic diplomacy or political tightrope?

“Pakistan must balance its unwavering support for Palestine with the pragmatic demands of a changing Middle East, where quiet diplomacy

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6 h. ago £190 Million Scandal: Shehzad Akbar Emerges as the Central Figure

The £190 million corruption scandal has unraveled with damning revelations implicating former Chairman of the Asset Recovery Unit (ARU) and ex-Adviser to the Prime Minister on Accountability, Mirza Shehzad Akbar, as the principal architect of a highly organized and unlawful scheme. This is not mere negligence— it is betrayal. And the time has come for […]

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7 h. ago SJC dismisses 19 complaints against judges, puts five on hold

Council rejects proposal to make public names of judges against whom complaints had been disposed ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC), convened with Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Justice Yahya Afridi in the chair on Saturday, discussed 24 complaints against judges under Article 209 of the constitution, rejecting 19 of them while putting five others […]

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8 h. ago PM reaffirms commitment to structural reforms to achieve economic prosperity

We have a long and thorny journey and face mountain-like impediments: PM Shehbaz Says Pakistan avoided default through IMF deal efforts, noting FBR digitization helped revenue jumped from Rs12b to Rs50b Pakistan responded India’s uncalled-for aggression with full might and taught the enemy a lesson: PM ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday reaffirmed his […]

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10 h. ago ‘26 suspended MPAs’ issue’: Govt, PTI backing to negotiating table as PA speaker forms committee

Second round of talks between govt, opposition scheduled for Sunday at Punjab Assembly Both sides are expected to finalise recommendations for the negotiation framework   LAHORE: Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan on Saturday constituted an eight-member negotiation committee to address the issue of references filed against suspended Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) members. The nomination […]

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10 h. ago Launch of riot management police brings a new dimension to modern governance: CM Maryam

First batch of Riot Management Police includes 5,000 personnel, out of which 3,000 completed training LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has established Pakistan’s first-ever dedicated Riot Management Police Force, marking a major milestone in law enforcement and crowd control in the province. The new force has been created within the Punjab Police framework to […]

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11 h. ago Toyota Yaris, Corolla New Prices in Pakistan from July 2025 after More Taxes

ISLAMABAD – Bad news for Corolla and Yaris buyers in Pakistan. If you are also planning to buy new ride of

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11 h. ago Pakistan, Azerbaijan to deepen legal and judicial cooperation

ISLAMABAD: Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar, Federal Minister for Law and Justice, undertook an official visit to Baku, Azerbaijan, aimed at strengthening bilateral ties in the legal and judicial sectors. A key highlight of the visit was the signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation between the Ministry of Law and Justice of Pakistan and the Ministry […]

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13 h. ago PCB sets stage for big PSL changes with asset valuation drive

LAHORE, July 12 — The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has launched a detailed valuation of Pakistan Super League (PSL) assets, a move aimed at paving the way for key commercial decisions before the next season. According to sources, this evaluation will include the financial worth of all six PSL franchises, along with the league’s commercial […]

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13 h. ago Wholesalers warn: Sugar prices could drop to Rs150 if crackdown begins

KARACHI – July 12, 2025: The Wholesale Grocers Association has raised alarms over artificial inflation in Pakistan’s sugar market, claiming that 2.6 million tonnes of sugar are currently being illegally hoarded. According to Association Chairman Abdul Rauf Ibrahim, if the government initiates a serious crackdown on the sugar mafia, wholesale prices could drop dramatically to […]

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14 h. ago PM Shehbaz: Fired corrupt officers despite countrywide pressure

ISLAMABAD, July 12 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif revealed on Friday that he dismissed several corrupt and incompetent officers from top government posts despite receiving “calls from across the country” requesting favors. Speaking to students at the Uraan Pakistan Summer Internship Program, he emphasized that his government would not tolerate corruption, no matter the pressure. […]

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14 h. ago Aurat march slams Jami’s conviction, calls defamation laws a threat to survivors

Aurat March has strongly condemned the conviction of filmmaker Jamshed Mahmood, also known as Jami, under Pakistan’s criminal defamation laws. In a statement shared on Instagram, the women’s rights group called the laws a “powerful tool to silence survivors of sexual violence and their allies.” The group further said, “Jami’s conviction under these unjust laws […]

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14 h. ago Pakistan delays satellite internet launch to tighten security controls

ISLAMABAD, July 12 — Pakistan has delayed the launch of satellite-based internet services, including those from Starlink and OneWeb, as the government drafts a stricter licensing framework. The move follows rising regional tensions and aims to ensure foreign-operated systems comply with national security standards. Until new regulations are finalized, all foreign satellite providers must reapply […]

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14 h. ago Syed Mohammed Ahmed leads call for reform in showbiz payments

Veteran actor Syed Mohammed Ahmed has openly criticised the growing problem of delayed payments in Pakistan’s entertainment industry. In a recent video shared on Instagram, he voiced the emotional and financial pressure actors face while waiting months to be paid for their work. He said most production houses treat actors unfairly, often forcing them to […]

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15 h. ago “Serve or step aside”: PM Shehbaz sends strong message on governance

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Friday that failure to serve the nation will not go unaccounted for. He made these remarks while addressing students selected for the Uraan Pakistan summer scholars program in Islamabad. The PM praised the initiative, calling it a great step to connect with youth across the country. He shared his […]

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15 h. ago Gold ends week strong, jumping Rs3,400 per Tola in Pakistan; See New Price List

KARACHI – Gold ended week on strong note in Pakistan, witnessing total gain of Rs3,400 per tola over last two

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15 h. ago Hydel profit dispute threatens KP’s budget — CM urges PM to act now

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has asked Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to resolve the long-standing Net Hydel Profit (NHP) dispute. The disagreement is between KP province, other provinces, and Wapda, Pakistan’s water and power authority. Gandapur emphasized the urgent need to clear Rs75 billion in overdue payments to KP. Gandapur reminded the Prime […]

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16 h. ago Gold prices continue climb, gain Rs1,100 per tola in Pakistan

Gold prices in Pakistan rose again on Saturday, reflecting the global market’s upward trend. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), the price of gold per tola increased by Rs1,100, reaching Rs358,100. The price of 10 grams of gold also saw an increase. It climbed by Rs944, settling at Rs307,013. This marks […]

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