6 h. ago US vows to bolster Pakistan ties in congratulatory message on I

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has extended felicitations on Independence Day of Pakistan. In a message, Rubio appreciated Islamabad’s engagement on counterterrorism and trade. He also reiterated President Donald Trump’s intention to explore “new areas of economic cooperation in critical minerals and hydrocarbons” between the two countries. “On behalf of the United States, […]

Other

8 h. ago Trump asked Norwegian minister about Nobel Prize, newspaper says

When US President Donald Trump called Norway’s finance minister last month to discuss trade tariffs, he also asked about the Nobel Peace Prize, Norwegian business daily Dagens Naeringsliv reported on Thursday. Several countries including Israel, Pakistan and Cambodia have nominated Trump for brokering peace agreements or ceasefires, and he has said he deserves the Norwegian-bestowed […]

Other

18 h. ago UK ready to increase pressure on Russia, says PM Keir Starmer

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he is ready to increase pressure on Russia in the Ukraine conflict. He made this statement ahead of a key meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at 10 Downing Street. The meeting focused on finding ways to support Ukraine and end the ongoing war. Starmer emphasized the urgency of […]

Other

20 h. ago India and China move to resume border trade after five years

India and China are in talks to resume border trade after a five-year halt, officials from both sides confirmed. While the trade volume has been small, restarting it carries strong symbolic importance for their tense relationship. Both are major economic powers competing for influence in South Asia. The talks come amid ongoing global trade disruptions […]

Other

21 h. ago Pakistan proposes global plastic credit fund at stalled UN talks

At a major UN summit in Geneva, Pakistan proposed a global system to trade plastic credits and fund cleanup efforts. Climate Change Minister Dr. Musadik Malik introduced the idea during the fifth round of negotiations for a global plastic pollution treaty. His proposal called for a “global plastic fund” that allows polluting nations to compensate […]

Other

25 h. ago Zardari, Shehbaz urge unity and justice on 78th Independence day

Pakistan marked its 78th Independence Day with calls for unity and justice. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif delivered separate messages to the nation. Both leaders urged the people to rise above divisions and work for equality and service to all. They paid tribute to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Allama Iqbal, and […]

Other

45 h. ago Finance Minister Aurangzeb signals further cuts in policy rate as inflation drops

ISLAMABAD – Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has announced that the government will not impose additional burdens on the salaried

Other

57 h. ago Tally rises to 50 as three more terrorists killed in Zhob sanitization op: ISPR

Weapons, ammunition and explosives also recovered from the area following earlier anti-infiltration operations RAWALPINDI: Security forces killed neutralized three more terrorists during a sanitization operation on the night of August 10 and 11 in the general area of Sambaza along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border in Balochistan’s Zhob, said a statement by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) […]

Other

62 h. ago Prince Andrew’s role in the monarchy questioned as new revelations spark legal debate

Prince Andrew, Duke of York, is facing a growing storm of legal and public challenges that threaten his place within the royal family. Following new revelations in Andrew Lownie’s biography, The Rise and Fall of the House of York, the Duke’s role in the monarchy has been questioned, reigniting media scrutiny and legal debates. A […]

Other

65 h. ago Justice won’t bend to protests: Law minister warns May 9 offenders

ISLAMABAD – Federal Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar said on Monday that those behind the May 9 violence must face justice, no matter their political influence. He warned that protest or pressure campaigns cannot undo a lawful court conviction. Speaking in the Senate during a heated session, Tarar said Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is now dealing […]

Other

2 d. ago Dengue cases rise in Rawalpindi, health officials urge caution

Six new dengue cases were reported in Rawalpindi, raising the total number of patients in Rawalpindi and nearby Murree to 58. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely as the number of infections rises. So far this year, health officials have screened 4,475 people for dengue in the region. Out of the total cases, 30 […]

Other

3 d. ago Pakistan gets offers in 100,000 metric tons white sugar tender

The lowest price offered in the international tender from Pakistan to buy 100,000 metric tons of sugar on Monday was believed to be $539 a metric ton cost and freight included (c&f), European traders said in initial assessments. Offers in the tender from the state trading agency Trading Corporation of Pakistan (TCP) are still being […]

Other

3 d. ago Petrol Prices expected to come down in Pakistan from August 16; full details here

ISLAMABAD – A sigh of relief for inflation-weary Pakistanis as prices of Petrol and diesel are expected to come down

Other

3 d. ago Pakistan appoints maritime law consultant for new gulf ferry service

Pakistan’s Ministry of Maritime Affairs has approved the first ferry service license for Sea Keepers International, a UK-based ferry operator. The service will connect Pakistan with Iran and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. On August 5, Sea Keepers International officially received permission to start operating ferry routes. This new service is expected to boost trade, […]

Other

4 d. ago Tarar blasts opposition over ‘misleading’ remarks about economy

Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar on Sunday said the opposition is perturbed by the economic progress achieved by the country under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The minister, in a news statement, rejected the press conference held by opposition leader Asad Qaiser as misleading and contrary to the facts. […]

Other

4 d. ago Tarar slams opposition for misleading claims on national economy

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar on Sunday criticised the opposition, claiming that they are unsettled by the economic progress made under Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s leadership. In a statement issued on Sunday, Tarar rejected the opposition leader Asad Qaiser’s press conference as misleading and out of touch with the reality of […]

Other

5 d. ago Flood alert issued for River Sutlej amid rising water levels

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab issued a flood alert for the River Sutlej and its adjoining streams, warning of a possible rise in water levels due to upcoming monsoon rains. According to a PDMA spokesperson, water levels in the River Sutlej may increase starting from August 13, as fresh monsoon activity is expected […]

Other

5 d. ago SCCI, PBCS inks MoU to work for strengthening trade, business cooperation

Sarhad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) and Pakistan Business Council Sharjah (PBCS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly work for strengthening bilateral trade, investment and business cooperation. The MoU signing ceremony was held at chamber house here on Saturday and attended by SCCI President Fazal Moqeem Khan and PBCS Vice Chairman […]

Other

5 d. ago Kazakhstan ready to investment in construction of new trade corridors via China to CASs: Envoy

Yerzhan Kistafin meets Pakistan’s Communications Minister, says Kazakh President to visit Pakistan in November ISLAMABAD: Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to Pakistan H.E. Yerzhan Kistafin on Saturday expressed his country’s readiness to provide full investment for the construction of new trade corridors through China to Central Asian States (CASs), according to the Associated Press of Pakistan (APP). The […]

Other

5 d. ago Modi’s superpower strategy backfires amid Trump, Xi tensions

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s efforts to strengthen ties with the US and China have hit a dead end, according to a report by The New York Times. Despite India’s growing economy and global ambitions, tensions with both powers have exposed the country’s diplomatic limits. The report traces the fallout from key moments in Modi’s […]

Other