8 h. ago PTI’s jailed leaders urge fresh elections amid national crisis

LAHORE – Five senior leaders of the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI), currently jailed in Kot Lakhpat Jail, have called for the immediate holding of fresh, free, and fair general elections in Pakistan. In an open letter released on Saturday, the PTI leaders highlighted the deteriorating security and political situation in key provinces, stressing that failing to […]

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3 d. ago Zelenskyy calls for urgent boost in defence funding amid Russian attacks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged leaders and businesses in Rome to increase defence investments as Russian attacks grow stronger. Speaking at the Ukraine Recovery Conference, he stressed that stopping Russian drones and missiles must be a top priority. He called for more supplies of air defence systems, interceptor drones, and missiles to protect the country. […]

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6 d. ago Pakistan’s cotton output crashes to 5.5 million bales, industry demands urgent reforms

Pakistan’s cotton production has plummeted from a peak of 15 million bales to just 5.5 million, sending shockwaves through the textile sector and pressuring the country’s foreign reserves. As local supply shrinks, the industry is increasingly relying on imported cotton, raising serious economic concerns. Industry leaders are urging federal and provincial governments to introduce crop […]

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6 d. ago Experts warn of national crisis as India’s water moves raise alarms

Water experts have raised serious concerns over India’s persistent water aggression, urging Pakistan to take urgent action to protect its precious water resources. They emphasized that water is not just a resource but the lifeline of the nation—and it must be defended with strong internal policies and long-term planning. According to experts, Pakistan’s internal weaknesses […]

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7 d. ago EV industry urges faster charging infrastructure and cost solutions

Electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers have voiced strong concerns about the lack of charging stations and high vehicle costs, warning that these issues are holding back Pakistan’s shift to clean energy. During a consultative meeting with the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, industry leaders emphasized the urgent need for action to boost EV adoption. […]

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1 week ago Russia calls on Azerbaijan to mend ties amid worsening diplomatic standoff

MOSCOW/BAKU – Russia on Wednesday urged Azerbaijan to repair strained diplomatic ties, warning that the current crisis could damage long-standing cooperation between the two nations if left unresolved. Tensions escalated after two ethnic Azerbaijanis died during police raids in Russia last week. In response, Baku arrested two Russian journalists and around 15 other Russian nationals […]

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1 week ago Barrister Saif slams Punjab CM’s opportunism on Swat incident as Opposition demands KP CM’s resignation

ISLAMABAD: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Adviser on Information, Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif, has strongly criticised Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz for politicising the recent Swat incident, urging the provincial leadership to focus on genuine relief efforts rather than using sensitive matters for political advantage. Speaking to the media in Islamabad on Sunday, Barrister Saif accused the Punjab […]

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2 w. ago Leaders extend Hijri new year greetings, urge unity and compassion

ISLAMABAD – President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended heartfelt greetings to the nation and the Muslim Ummah on the arrival of the new Islamic year 1447 Hijri. Both leaders prayed for peace, stability, and prosperity for Pakistan and the wider Muslim world. President Zardari highlighted the sacredness of the new month, […]

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2 w. ago Afghanistan Humanitarian Crisis Deepens As Millions Face Hunger, Education Bans

NEW YORK: Afghanistan is grappling with a severe humanitarian crisis, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported to the Security Council. Half of the Afghan populace requires humanitarian aid, struggling with hunger, displacement, and lack of access to basic necessities. This was informed in a briefing to the Security Council […]

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2 w. ago Fawad Chaudhry urges Imran Khan to empower local leaders, slams overseas PTI command

LAHORE – Former federal minister Fawad Chaudhry has called on PTI founder Imran Khan to bring forward real political leaders within the party who have stood firm during tough times. He criticized the overseas leadership for failing to lead effectively, especially in the wake of the May 9 incidents. Speaking to media outside the Anti-Terrorism […]

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3 w. ago Israel pushes for swift strike on Iran as U.S. leadership remains divided

Israel is pressing for immediate military action against Iran, warning the Trump administration that waiting two weeks could be too long. Sources familiar with high-level talks revealed that Israeli leaders expressed urgency during a tense phone call with U.S. officials on Thursday. They made it clear that Israel might act alone if the U.S. delays […]

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3 w. ago OIC foreign ministers condemn Israeli aggression, call for unity

ISTANBUL – Foreign ministers from more than 40 Islamic countries gathered in Istanbul on Saturday for a special session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). The urgent meeting was called to address rising violence in Gaza and Israel’s recent strikes on Iran. Leaders strongly condemned Israeli actions and urged immediate dialogue to restore peace […]

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3 w. ago Europe presses Iran to resume US nuclear talks amid war fears

GENEVA: European leaders urged Iran to keep diplomatic channels open with the United States to resolve tensions over its nuclear programme. The call came amid ongoing Israeli airstrikes on Iranian targets. After meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Geneva, the foreign ministers of Germany, France, Britain, and the EU said Iran showed willingness […]

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3 w. ago Pakistan slams Gaza crisis as ‘collapse of humanity’ at UN session

At the United Nations General Assembly, Pakistan strongly condemned the ongoing crisis in Gaza, calling it a “stain on the conscience of humanity.” Pakistan’s UN Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad highlighted the shocking death toll of over 55,000 people — including 18,000 children and 28,000 women — and described the destruction of homes, hospitals, and schools […]

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last month World leaders urge restraint after Israeli strikes kill top Iranian commanders

World leaders on Friday called for calm after Israel carried out extensive airstrikes on Iran, targeting over 100 sites including nuclear and military installations, and killing at least 20 senior commanders. Among those killed was Aerospace Force Commander Amir Ali Hajizadeh, according to two regional sources cited by Reuters. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian condemned the […]

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last month Global leaders urge restraint as Israel strikes Iran, world reacts with concern

Israel launched deadly airstrikes on Iran early Friday, targeting nuclear and military sites. Prime Minister Netanyahu claimed the attack aimed to stop Iran’s nuclear weapons program. Iran, however, maintains its nuclear work is peaceful. The strike killed at least six nuclear scientists and damaged buildings in Tehran. Israel has declared a state of emergency fearing […]

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