71 m. ago Trump hosts Field Marshal Asim Munir in historic White House meeting

ISLAMABAD: US President Donald Trump hosted Field Marshal Asim Munir in an unprecedented meeting at the White House on Wednesday, praising the Pakistani military leader for playing a key role in averting a war between Pakistan and India. Trump commended Munir for his efforts to prevent further escalation of tensions between the two nuclear powers, […]

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1 hour ago State Bank of Pakistan’s foreign reserves increase by $46 million

KARACHI – Pakistan’s liquid foreign reserves stood at $17,004.5 million as of June 13, 2025. According to the data released

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2 h. ago Pakistan gaining global ground: Defence minister praises army chief’s US visit as diplomatic milestone

ISLAMABAD – Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has hailed Pakistan’s growing influence on military, economic, and diplomatic fronts, calling the recent visit of Pakistan’s Army Chief to the United States a major diplomatic breakthrough. Speaking to reporters at Parliament House, Asif said the historic meeting between Pakistan’s top military official and US President Donald Trump reflected […]

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2 h. ago Senate informed: 2,500 civil servants hold dual nationalities, bill still pending

ISLAMABAD – The Senate was informed on Wednesday that around 2,500 civil servants, including four federal secretaries, currently hold dual nationality. The revelation sparked debate during the ongoing budget session, highlighting national security and policy concerns. PML-N Senator Afnan Ullah Khan, who raised the issue, stated that he had submitted a bill to ban dual-national […]

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2 h. ago Shaheen Afridi joins Brisbane heat as no.1 overseas pick in BBL 15

Pakistan’s star fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi has officially joined Brisbane Heat as the top overseas Platinum pick in the BBL 15 Draft. The draft took place in Melbourne on Thursday. Six out of eight BBL franchises showed serious interest in Pakistani players, a sign of their growing value in global leagues. Shaheen will play […]

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3 h. ago PM Shehbaz urges swift finalization of national industrial policy to boost local manufacturing

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to quickly finalize the National Industrial Policy in consultation with all relevant stakeholders. Chairing a high-level meeting in Islamabad on Thursday, he emphasized the importance of resolving industrial sector challenges and speeding up local manufacturing growth. The Prime Minister said domestic industries are key to achieving export-led economic […]

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3 h. ago Inaugural Ivy Future of Pakistan Conference at Yale Explores Governance and Diplomacy

The Ivy Future of Pakistan Conference at Yale University united students from top Ivy League schools with global policy experts, officials, and diplomats to underscore Pakistan’s pivotal role in global diplomacy and the substantial contributions of its diaspora in the U.S. In his keynote address, Pakistan’s former Ambassador, Ali Jehangir Siddiqui, stressed the necessity for […]

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4 h. ago Pakistan urges UN and global community to stop Israeli aggression against Iran

Islamabad: Pakistan’s Foreign Office has strongly condemned what it called unprovoked and illegal Israeli aggression against Iran, urging the United Nations and the international community to take immediate action to stop it. Speaking at a weekly press briefing, Foreign Office spokesperson Shafqat Mahmood said that the Israeli military strikes are a direct violation of Iran’s […]

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4 h. ago Gold extends losses for 4th day in Pakistan, falls to Rs358,595 amid global dip

KARACHI – Gold prices declined in Pakistan on Thursday, extending losses to a fourth day amid sluggish demand in the

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5 h. ago Students are Pakistan’s first line of defense in information war, says DG ISPR

Karachi: Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR), Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif, has called students the frontline warriors in Pakistan’s ongoing information war. He made these remarks during a special session with students from the Saylani IT programme in Karachi on Thursday. The DG ISPR praised the students’ awareness and enthusiasm toward national security […]

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5 h. ago Syria makes first global bank transfer via SWIFT since civil war

DAMASCUS — In a major financial milestone, Syria successfully completed its first international bank transfer using the SWIFT system since the start of its civil war 14 years ago. The announcement was made on Thursday by Central Bank Governor Abdelkader Husriyeh. Speaking to Reuters in Damascus, Husriyeh confirmed that a direct commercial transaction took place […]

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5 h. ago Aseefa Zardari praises Bilawal for representing Pakistan during difficult times

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan People’s Party leader and First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari praised Bilawal Bhutto Zardari for representing Pakistan positively on the global stage during challenging times. She spoke during a National Assembly session, highlighting his efforts in showcasing the country’s image internationally. Aseefa began her speech by paying tribute to Pakistan’s armed forces for […]

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7 h. ago North Korea condemns Israeli strikes on Iran, warns US and Europe against fueling war

North Korea strongly condemned Israel’s recent strikes against Iran, calling them a “crime against humanity” and warning the United States and European powers to stop fueling the conflict. A spokesperson for North Korea’s foreign ministry expressed “serious concern” over Israel’s military actions and accused it of killing civilians. The statement, released by North Korea’s state-run […]

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7 h. ago Israeli attacks kill 140 in Gaza as global focus shifts to Iran conflict

Israeli gunfire and airstrikes killed at least 140 people across Gaza in the last 24 hours, local health officials reported. Many Palestinians feel their suffering is being overlooked as the world’s attention turns to the growing conflict between Israel and Iran. The Gaza health ministry confirmed that 40 people died on Wednesday due to Israeli […]

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8 h. ago Pakistan navy rescues injured Indian crew member in swift sea operation

The Pakistan Navy successfully carried out a rescue mission to save a seriously injured Indian crew member at sea, following an urgent medical assistance request. The operation was launched after the oil tanker MT High Leader reported the emergency involving the crewman. This prompt response highlights Pakistan Navy’s strong commitment to humanitarian efforts beyond borders. […]

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8 h. ago Trump welcomes Pakistan army chief, says he prevented war with India

Former US President Donald Trump hosted Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, at the White House in a rare and historic meeting that lasted over two hours. This marked the first time a US president has officially welcomed a Pakistani military leader at such a high level, signaling a fresh chapter in US-Pakistan relations. […]

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9 h. ago Minimum bank statement for Sweden Schengen visa in Pakistan [June 2025 Update]

ISLAMABAD – Bank statement is one of the most important documents when a Pakistani applies for short-term Schengen visa of

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20 h. ago Equal educational opportunities to underprivileged children top priority: PM

PM Shehbaz reviews progress on Daanish University; direction educational facilities in Daanish schools and university should be aligned with int’l standards Emphasizes children from underprivileged and marginalized communities possess immense potential and talent to prove themselves at global stage ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday directed that educational facilities in Daanish Schools and […]

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23 h. ago CM Maryam vows to transform major Punjab cities into global IT hubs

Punjab CM reviews progress on Nawaz Sharif IT City Project, stresses effective, swift steps for early completion of project LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Wednesday presided over a special meeting in which progress on the Nawaz Sharif IT City (NSIT) project was reviewed. On the occasion, Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz vowed to transform […]

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23 h. ago Dar directs urgent evacuation of Pakistanis stranded in Iran, Iraq

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has ordered the swift evacuation of all Pakistani nationals currently stranded in Iran and Iraq. He chaired a high-level meeting to assess ongoing efforts and instructed officials to accelerate the repatriation process. Dar expressed satisfaction with the steps taken so far but emphasized the need for urgency. […]

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