66 m. ago Pakistan’s policy on Palestine consistent and principled: Rizwan Saeed Sheikh

Islamabad is under no pressure from Washington to recognise Israel, Pakistan’s Ambassador to the US Rizwan Saeed Sheikh has said during an informal media briefing at a luncheon hosted by prominent Pakistani-American community leader Dr Rao Kamran Ali at his residence in Dallas. Addressing the gathering, the ambassador spoke on a range of national and […]

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1 hour ago President, PM and Bilawal reaffirm support on Kashmir Martyrs’ Day

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday reiterated Pakistan’s political, diplomatic and moral support for the Kashmiri people. In their separate messages on the occasion of Kashmir Martyrs’ Day being observed today, they said the day serves as a reminder of the inherited resilience, resistance against brutal forces, and unwavering determination […]

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5 h. ago US not pressuring Pakistan to recognize Israel, says Ambassador Sheikh

Amb Rizwan Saeed Sh says, ‘Our policy towards Israel is consistent with Quaid-e-Azam’s ideology,’ reaffirms Pakistan’s position on Israel remains unchanged Says Pakistan’s approach to the issue is based on longstanding principles and not influenced by external pressure Affirms Pakistan has ample electricity reserves to support ventures like cryptocurrency mining WASHINGTON: Pakistan’s Ambassador to the […]

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6 h. ago Naqvi slams India’s ‘jingoism’ for closing door to peace opened by President Trump

Interior Minister pays tribute to 22 Kashmiris martyred on July 13, 1931, during peaceful protest against Dogra regime ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi criticised India for rejecting US President Donald Trump’s offer to mediate on the Kashmir issue, calling the refusal evidence of New Delhi’s “warlike mindset.” In a statement marking Kashmir Martyrs’ Day, Naqvi […]

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7 h. ago Macron to unveil major defence plans amid Russia and US security fears

France’s defence chief says Russia now views France as its “main adversary in Europe” amid rising security tensions PARIS: French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to announce major new defense targets on Sunday, citing heightened security threats from Russia and growing uncertainty over US support for Europe’s defense. Élysée officials said that despite France’s budgetary […]

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9 h. ago PM, President reaffirm unwavering support for Kashmiris’ right to self

Premier Shehbaz says Pakistan will continue to extend its political, diplomatic and moral support to people of Kashmir President Zardari appeals to int’l community to take notice of Indian state terrorism and grave human rights violations in IIOJK ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday reiterated Pakistan’s political, moral, […]

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9 h. ago Iran envoy hails Pakistan’s unwavering support amid Israel confrontation

Amb Moghadam says Pakistan’s principled stance has strengthened foundation for greater regional cooperation ISLAMABAD: In a powerful reaffirmation of regional ties, Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, has lauded Pakistan’s unwavering support during Iran’s recent confrontation with Israel, calling it a reflection of deep-rooted fraternal bonds that continue to unite the two neighboring countries. […]

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12 h. ago Aliya Hamza voices frustration over PTI leadership’s key meeting snub

In a surprising public move, PTI Punjab Chief Organiser Aliya Hamza slammed her party’s central leadership for excluding her from a crucial political strategy meeting. She took to social media platform X to voice her disappointment. Aliya said she was completely unaware of the protest plan announced by PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief […]

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13 h. ago Police recover devices in Humaira Asghar case, fresh leads emerge

Investigators probing the mysterious death of actress and model Humaira Asghar have recovered important digital evidence from her electronic devices. Police confirmed the retrieval of data from three mobile phones, a tablet, and a laptop. Passwords for the devices were found in a personal diary belonging to the late actress, and the data is now […]

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13 h. ago IMF praises Pakistan’s strong economic reforms under $7 billion programme

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has praised Pakistan for making “strong” progress in its economic reforms under the ongoing $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF). IMF’s Resident Representative for Pakistan, Mahir Binici, shared these remarks during a guest lecture at the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) in Islamabad on Sunday. Binici noted that early policy […]

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13 h. ago Rs616 billion spent to keep struggling state enterprises afloat

The government of Pakistan provided a massive Rs616 billion in financial support to loss-making state-owned enterprises (SOEs) during the first half of the 2024–25 fiscal year, according to the Ministry of Finance. This amount included Rs113 billion in grants, Rs333 billion in subsidies—mostly for the power sector—Rs92 billion in loans, and Rs77.5 billion in equity […]

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14 h. ago CM Gandapur urges state institutions to stay out of politics

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has sharply criticized state institutions for becoming involved in political matters, emphasizing that their role should not be to support or topple governments. In a press conference in Lahore, Gandapur said that running a government or interfering in political affairs goes beyond the constitutional mandate of state institutions. […]

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15 h. ago Auto industry urged to rethink pricing, real benefits for consumers

LAHORE – As Pakistan unveils the New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025–30, stakeholders have raised the issue of the pricing

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15 h. ago Gaza ceasefire talks stall amid deadly shooting at aid distribution

Efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza are facing significant setbacks as negotiators remain divided over the scope of Israel’s withdrawal from the region. Indirect talks, aimed at reaching a 60-day ceasefire, have stalled, with Palestinian and Israeli sources pointing to differing demands over territorial control. The United States has backed the proposal, hoping for […]

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16 h. ago UK police arrest dozens supporting banned Palestinian protest group

British police have arrested over 80 individuals across the UK for supporting Palestine Action, a pro-Palestinian protest group banned earlier this month under anti-terrorism laws. On Saturday alone, at least 41 people were detained in London, with 16 others arrested in Manchester. The arrests came after protesters gathered to demonstrate their support for the group, […]

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16 h. ago Residents protest forced eviction after Kharadar building declared unsafe

Residents of Hajra Manzil, a six-story building in Kharadar, Karachi, are protesting after being forcibly evicted when the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) declared their building unsafe. The eviction follows a city-wide crackdown on unsafe buildings after the tragic collapse of a building in Lyari’s Baghdadi area, which claimed 27 lives. The residents of Hajra […]

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17 h. ago Tuba Anwar creates celeb whatsApp group to tackle loneliness and mental health

LAHORE – Actress Tuba Anwar has revealed the formation of a WhatsApp group to provide emotional support for the entertainment industry, aiming to combat loneliness and enhance mental well-being. The initiative was inspired by growing concerns over the mental health of those working in showbiz, particularly after the tragic death of actress Humaira Ali, who […]

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26 h. ago 3mn Afghans likely to return this year after Pakistan, Iran introduce new policies

Three million Afghans could return to their country this year, a UN refugee official said Friday, warning that the repatriation flow is placing intense pressure on an already major humanitarian crisis. Iran and Pakistan have introduced new policies affecting displaced Afghans, with Tehran already having given four million “illegal” Afghans until July 6 to leave […]

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28 h. ago Pak, OIC & Israel: Pragmatic diplomacy or political tightrope?

“Pakistan must balance its unwavering support for Palestine with the pragmatic demands of a changing Middle East, where quiet diplomacy

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33 h. ago Launch of riot management police brings a new dimension to modern governance: CM Maryam

First batch of Riot Management Police includes 5,000 personnel, out of which 3,000 completed training LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has established Pakistan’s first-ever dedicated Riot Management Police Force, marking a major milestone in law enforcement and crowd control in the province. The new force has been created within the Punjab Police framework to […]

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