2 h. ago Peshawar’s plum growers face losses as heatwave ravages orchards

Plum growers in Peshawar are grappling with catastrophic losses after an unseasonal April heatwave ravaged orchards, decimating nearly 90% of the fruit crop. The extreme temperatures, compounded by erratic rains and hailstorms, have left farmers in despair, with many forced to abandon their generational livelihood. According to plum growers in the provincial metropolis, the loss […]

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3 h. ago US encourages Pakistan to continue playing its role in peace efforts with Iran

PM Shehbaz, Secretary of State Rubio discuss Pak-US ties, India ceasefire, and the ME situation in phone call Premier reaffirms Pakistan’s willingness for talks with India on all outstanding issues, including Kashmir, IWT and counter-terrorism Pakistan and the US needed to work together to advance mutually beneficial cooperation across a wide range of areas: PM […]

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3 h. ago PM meets Maulana Fazl, enquires about well being of his younger son

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif Friday visited President of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F) Maulana Fazlur Rehman at his residence and inquired about well being of his younger son, Asjad Mehmood. He expressed his grave concern over the attack on Asjad Mehmood and the failed attempt to kidnap him. The prime minister ordered legal action against […]

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4 h. ago WAPDA chairman Lt Gen (R) Sajjad Ghani resigns citing personal reasons

Lt Gen (Retired) Sajjad Ghani has resigned from his position as Chairman of the Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA). He stepped down citing personal reasons, according to official sources. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif acknowledged his services and praised his leadership during a critical time in the energy sector. The Prime Minister has forwarded the […]

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6 h. ago Chinese commerce minister, EU trade commissioner discuss EV, trade

BEIJING: Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao talked with EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic on Thursday via video link, the Ministry of Commerce said in a post on Friday. The two sides conducted in-depth and professional exchanges on areas of China-EU economic and trade cooperation, including trade remedy cases such as the […]

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6 h. ago US imposes sanctions on 20 entities over supplying sensitive machinery to Iran

The Trump administration has imposed new sanctions on at least 20 entities, five individuals, and three vessels accused of supplying sensitive machinery to Iran. According to The Guardian, two of the sanctioned companies are based in Hong Kong. The U.S. Treasury Department announced the action on Friday through its Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). […]

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7 h. ago PM Shehbaz reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to fighting terrorism in call with US Secy Rubio

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio shared views on wide range of bilateral,

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8 h. ago Israel on high alert as Iran launches missile strikes in retaliation

Iran has once again fired missiles at Israel in response to recent Israeli military actions, targeting major cities including Haifa and Tel Aviv. According to media reports, at least two people have been injured in the missile attacks, marking an escalation in the ongoing conflict between the two nations. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have […]

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9 h. ago Iran’s internet blackout fuels fear and misinformation amid war with Israel

As the Iran-Israel war enters its second week, most Iranians remain cut off from both the world and each other due to a near-total internet blackout. Since the conflict began on June 13, the public has struggled to access vital information, leaving families unable to confirm the safety of loved ones and unsure about where […]

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12 h. ago PM Shehbaz orders crackdown on sugar hoarders and price fixers to control market

The federal government has launched a strict crackdown on sugar hoarders and price manipulators to stop artificial inflation in the market. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif gave the green signal during a high-level meeting aimed at protecting consumers from rising sugar prices. According to official sources, PM Shehbaz summoned another urgent meeting today to monitor the […]

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12 h. ago Pakistan seeks stronger energy and mining ties with Russia at St. Petersburg forum

Pakistan actively pushed for stronger ties with Russia in energy, trade, investment, and mining at the 2025 St. Petersburg Economic Forum. Federal Energy Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik led the Pakistani delegation and met key Russian officials to discuss expanding cooperation. During a meeting with Russian Energy Minister Sergei Tsivilev, who also chairs the Pakistan-Russia Inter-Governmental […]

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12 h. ago Russian drone strikes devastate Odesa and Kharkiv, killing one and injuring dozens

Russian drone attacks on Ukraine’s Black Sea city of Odesa overnight left one person dead and at least 14 others injured, local officials confirmed on Friday. The strikes caused significant damage to high-rise buildings, railway lines, and other key infrastructure in the city. Odesa, a major port vital for Ukraine’s trade, has faced frequent drone […]

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12 h. ago Grief in showbiz: Veteran actress Ayesha Khan passes away at 76

Pakistan’s entertainment industry is mourning the loss of senior television actress Ayesha Khan, who passed away at the age of 76. Her body was found in her apartment late last night, prompting an outpouring of grief from fellow actors and fans. Police confirmed they discovered her lifeless body in a flat and initially shifted it […]

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14 h. ago PM Shehbaz directs to acquire ships on lease to enhance fleet of PNSC

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday directed the authorities concerned to acquire ships on lease to enhance fleet

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14 h. ago PM Shehbaz orders leasing of ships to cut $4 billion sea trade loss

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has instructed the Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) to lease additional ships in order to strengthen its fleet and reduce heavy sea trade losses. During a high-level meeting on Friday, the prime minister reviewed the current operations of PNSC. The session was attended by Economic Affairs Minister Ahsan Iqbal, […]

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15 h. ago Iran launches missile strike on Israeli tech park, 7 injured and heavy damage reported

TEL AVIV – Iran launched another missile attack on Israel early Friday, striking the city of Beersheba and causing significant damage near a major technology park. According to Israeli media, at least seven people were injured, and multiple vehicles caught fire near Microsoft’s office. The missile landed close to residential buildings, sparking fires and damaging […]

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24 h. ago May 9 riots: LHC seeks final arguments in Imran’s bail pleas

The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Thursday heard bail petitions filed by former prime minister Imran Khan in eight different cases related to the May 9 riots. A two-member bench, led by Justice Shehbaz Rizvi, presided over the proceedings during which the prosecution concluded its arguments. The government lawyer submitted detailed records of co-accused individuals […]

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25 h. ago Love, loss and the twang of the dhunki: Amir Khusrau — a life in verse and vignette

This is the 13th article in a special series by Ally Adnan that brings to life memorable incidents from the rich and fascinating life of Hazrat Amir Khusrau, whose timeless legacy continues to inspire the world. One day, Amir Khusrau and his disciples were walking through a market in Delhi when they heard a peculiar […]

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26 h. ago Trump says to mull ‘US attack’ as Netanyahu seeks support amid escalated week

Tel Aviv is capable of striking all of Iran’s nuclear facilities but all help is welcome: Israeli PM Israel, Iran trade strikes as air war escalates with no end in sight Iran strikes Israeli defence sites in Haifa, stock exchange in Tel Aviv with missiles and drones as Israel targets Iranian nuclear sites Khamenei says […]

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26 h. ago LHC adjourns Imran Khan’s bail plea for final arguments till June 23

Two-member bench hears bail petition of PTI founding chairman in eight cases related to May 9 riots LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Thursday heard bail petitions filed by former prime minister Imran Khan in eight different cases of May 9, 2023 riots. A two-member bench, led by Justice Shehbaz Rizvi, presided over the […]

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