3 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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22 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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25 h. ago Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s debt soars to Rs 723 billion, driven by foreign loans

PESHAWAR – Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s debt has surged by Rs 43.59 billion over the past year, reaching a projected total of Rs 723.13 billion by July 1, 2025. According to official figures, the province began the current fiscal year with Rs 679.54 billion in debt. Interestingly, KP remains free from domestic borrowing. The entire debt burden […]

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42 h. ago Pakistan urges UNSC to stop Israeli aggression, supports Iran’s right to self

UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan has called on the UN Security Council to immediately halt Israel’s “unjustified and illegitimate aggression” against Iran. The appeal was made during an emergency session convened after Israel’s deadly air strikes against Iranian targets, with Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, condemning Israel’s actions and urging accountability. Addressing […]

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63 h. ago ETHNIC VENOM ENDANGERING NATIONAL INTEGRITY NEXUS OF ETNHIC SPOILERS AND INDIAN BACKED KHWARIJ

Security challenges for Pakistan are rapidly evolving and getting more complicated. Wider cross-border support to terrorists and anti-state anarchists has multiplied the threats to national integrity of Pakistan. Fusion between banned groups like TTP, ISKP, BLA and their supports like BYC, PTM and NDM is too obvious to deny. Ironically, all ethnically motivated pressure groups […]

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68 h. ago Pakistan supports Iran, Palestine against Israel: Atta Tarar

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information and broadcasting Attaullah Tarar said on Saturday that Pakistan took a clear and strong stance at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) against Israel’s unprovoked attack on Iran, expressing full support for the Iranian people. Speaking in the National Assembly, he said that the UNSC held a special meeting earlier […]

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2 d. ago Pakistan urges UNSC to stop Israeli ‘aggression’ against Iran

NEW YORK: Pakistan has called on the UN Security Council, which met in emergency session hours after Israel’s deadly air strikes against targets in Iran, to stop “this aggression immediately” and hold the aggressor accountable. “This Council must deny Israel the free hand and the impunity with which it continues to operate in defiance of […]

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3 d. ago Pakistan condemns Israeli attack on Iran at UN security council

Pakistan has strongly condemned Israel’s military strikes on Iran, calling them illegal and dangerous. At the UN Security Council, Pakistan’s Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad said the attack violated Iran’s sovereignty and the UN Charter. He described the strikes as unjustified aggression and a threat to regional peace. Pakistan expressed full support for Iran and extended […]

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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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6 d. ago Pakistan warns of ‘act of war’ if India builds storage dams on Indus River

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Climate Change Musadik Malik accused India of manipulating the flow of the Indus River system to disrupt Pakistan’s crop patterns and food security. In an interview with Bloomberg on Monday, Malik stated that India had been holding and releasing water, creating conditions that prevent water from reaching Pakistan when needed for […]

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1 week ago ‘Battle for justice’: PM warns India against water aggression

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday condemned India’s unilateral suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), calling it a “blatant violation” and an act of “water aggression” that will receive a resolute response. Chairing a high-level meeting on water security, Sharif warned that any threat to Pakistan’s water rights would be met under national security […]

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1 week ago PM Shehbaz Sharif orders united response against India’s IWT water violation

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned India’s unilateral suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), describing it as a “blatant violation” and an act of “water aggression.” Speaking at a high-level meeting on water security, Sharif emphasized that Pakistan would respond resolutely to protect its water rights under decisions made at the National Security Committee (NSC) […]

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1 week ago BISP, WB discuss data sensitization, social protection reforms

In a bid to enhance transparency, data security, and the effectiveness of social protection systems in Pakistan, the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) and the World Bank have agreed to deepen their collaboration, focusing on responsible data sharing, cybersecurity, and key reforms in social welfare delivery. In this regard, Chairperson BISP, Senator Rubina Khalid, held […]

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1 week ago Pakistan vows to revert to UNSC after US vetoes Gaza ceasefire resolution

UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan told the UN Security Council that the entire world community is on the side of Palestinians after the United States became the only member to oppose a draft resolution seeking an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, and pledged to return to the 15-member body so that it shoulders its responsibility to restore peace […]

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1 week ago ‘Future of Takaful in Pakistan – A Diagnostic Study’ published

ISLAMABAD – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has published a study titled “Future of Takaful in Pakistan

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1 week ago Pakistan urges UN to act on India tensions, calls for revival of Indus waters treaty

Bilawal warns UNSC of rising unilateralism, urges peaceful resolution of Kashmir dispute NEW YORK — Pakistan has urged the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to take urgent steps toward de-escalation and peaceful conflict resolution in South Asia, particularly in light of India’s recent military actions. The call came during a meeting between Pakistan’s parliamentary delegation, […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan ramps up crackdown on illegal foreigners, power theft, and street begging

  In a major move to strengthen internal security, Pakistan has decided to intensify its crackdown on undocumented foreigners, electricity theft, and organized street begging. The decision was made during a high-level security meeting chaired by Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, according to state broadcaster PTV. The meeting, held under the Counter-Terrorism Committee and the […]

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2 w. ago SECP releases concept paper to regulate algorithmic trading in Pakistan

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has unveiled a new Concept Paper titled “Regulating Algorithmic Trading in Pakistan”, marking a significant step towards fostering innovation in financial markets while ensuring investor protection and market integrity. This initiative comes as algorithmic trading gains global prominence for its ability to increase speed and efficiency in […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan’s First Professionally Run Sports Management Organization Secures Sports TV Channel

ISLAMABAD: In a ceremony held at its headquarters, Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) issued sports satellite tv channel license to Strawberry Sports Management, country’s first professionally run sports management organization. The organization secured the sports satellite tv channel license through a competitive bidding process. Chairman PEMRA, Mr. Saleem Baig Mirza, shared, ”We are delighted […]

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2 w. ago COAS vows not to accept India’s hegemony, calls water Pakistan’s red line

ISLAMABAD: Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir reaffirmed Pakistan’s firm stance against Indian dominance in South Asia, emphasizing that Islamabad will never accept Indian hegemony. Speaking at ‘Hilal Talks’ with academics and vice chancellors, he highlighted Kashmir and water security as key national issues. He described water as Pakistan’s “red line,” warning against […]

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