8 h. ago US calls Pakistan’s Nobel nomination for Trump ‘win’ for Americans

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Monday called Pakistan’s nomination of US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize a “win” for the American people. Islamabad said last month it would recommend Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, an accolade that he has repeatedly said he craves, for his work in helping to […]

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9 h. ago Pakistan warns UN of Afghanistan becoming breeding ground for terror

Pakistan on Monday called on the international community to “speak with one voice” in order to hold the Taliban to their commitments, including not to allow the use of Afghan soil against any country and to ensure the shared goal of a stable and prosperous Afghanistan free from terrorism. “We continue to see attempts by […]

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9 h. ago Iran renews call for diplomacy, cites disruption by Israel war

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi reaffirmed the country’s commitment to diplomacy on Tuesday, stating that the progress toward a historic nuclear deal with the United States was disrupted by the recent Israel-Iran conflict. Araqchi highlighted that, prior to the outbreak of war, he and US special envoy Steve Witkoff were “on the cusp of a […]

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10 h. ago US recognises Pakistan’s Nobel Peace Prize nomination for Trump

Israeli PM Netanyahu nominates Trump as well for the coveted award WASHINGTON: The White House has responded to Pakistan’s Nobel nomination, with Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirming the recognition. Leavitt highlighted Pakistan’s acknowledgment of Trump’s decisive role in averting the nuclear threat, noting that the nomination reflects the president’s broader diplomatic successes worldwide. “This nomination […]

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12 h. ago Chinese premier calls for commitment to building open world economy

RIO DE JANEIRO: Chinese Premier Li Qiang has called for commitment to building an open world economy, and stressed the importance of opposing unilateralism and protectionism. When addressing the plenary sessions of the 17th BRICS Summit on Sunday and Monday, Li stressed the need to maintain stability and smoothness of industrial and supply chains. The […]

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17 h. ago Afghan nationals should return home, says defence Minister Khawaja Asif

ISLAMABAD – Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Monday called for the repatriation of Afghan citizens residing in Pakistan, stating that it is time for them to return to their homeland. He emphasized that Afghanistan is now a peaceful country and there is no longer a justification for large numbers of Afghans to remain in […]

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22 h. ago Netanyahu nominates Trump for nobel peace prize after Iran strike

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has officially nominated former U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. During a celebratory dinner at the White House, Netanyahu handed Trump the nomination letter, praising his role in leading joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities. Trump, visibly pleased, responded by saying, “Coming from you in particular, […]

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65 h. ago Furniture council calls for urgent digital shift to boost economy

Pakistan Furniture Council (PFC) CEO Mian Kashif Ashfaq has called on the government to prioritise digital transformation to create a transparent, accountable, and efficient economic system. While chairing a PFC Board of Directors meeting on Saturday, Ashfaq emphasised that adopting modern digital tools improves transparency in financial activities, reduces corruption, and simplifies business operations across […]

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66 h. ago Naumaan Ijaz slams rising electricity prices, urges end to ‘200 unit mafia’

  As power tariffs continue to rise in Pakistan, actor Naumaan Ijaz voiced strong disapproval over increasing electricity bills, calling for relief for ordinary citizens already burdened by inflation. Amid widespread complaints, Naumaan took to social media to express his frustration over the recent tariff changes announced by the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA). […]

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2 d. ago Khawaja Asif dismisses Indian allegations, says Pakistan won without Chinese or Turkish help

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif strongly rejected Indian claims that China and Turkiye helped Pakistan during the recent border conflict. He called the allegations a desperate excuse by India to cover its military and diplomatic defeat. Asif made it clear that Pakistan acted alone in the battlefield, relying entirely on its own military strength and strategy. […]

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3 d. ago Indians scared of a dimple girl? Bushra Ansari defends Hania Aamir

Veteran actress Bushra Ansari criticized India’s reaction to Hania Aamir’s casting in an Indian film, calling it childish. In her latest vlog, she expressed happiness over Pakistani actress Hania Aamir’s role in the Punjabi movie Sardaar Ji 3, alongside Indian star Diljit Dosanjh. The movie was also released in Pakistan, which she said made fans […]

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4 d. ago Justice Mansoor urges release of judicial commission meeting minutes

ISLAMABAD: Supreme Court’s senior puisne judge, Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah, has called on the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) to make public the minutes of all its meetings held under the tenure of Chief Justice Yahya Afridi. In a letter dated June 25 addressed to the JCP secretary, Justice Shah expressed concern over the […]

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5 d. ago House republicans push Trump’s $4.5 trillion bill to brink of approval

WASHINGTON – House Republicans are racing to pass President Donald Trump’s massive $4.5 trillion tax and spending bill by the July 4 deadline. The final push came after overnight talks led by GOP leaders and Trump himself to win over hesitant lawmakers. The House began final debates in the early hours of Thursday following a […]

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5 d. ago Pakistan urges urgent UN action to end gang violence in Haiti

Pakistan has called on the United Nations Security Council to take immediate and strong action to restore peace in Haiti, where gang violence has caused chaos and suffering. Speaking during a Council meeting, Pakistan’s UN envoy Asim Iftikhar Ahmad warned that Haiti’s streets have become battlegrounds and that time is running out. Ambassador Asim emphasized […]

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6 d. ago Ahsan Iqbal warns: Pakistan’s population headed for 386 million by 2050

ISLAMABAD – Federal Minister for Planning, Ahsan Iqbal, chaired a high-level meeting on population management, calling it a national emergency. He warned that Pakistan’s 2.55% population growth rate could push the population beyond 386 million by 2050. The Minister stressed that family size affects every aspect of life—health, education, and jobs—and urged national coordination to […]

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6 d. ago Wang Yi calls on China and EU to be pillars of stability in a turbulent world

BEIJING: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Wednesday met with European Council President Antonio Costa in Brussels, where he called on China and the European Union (EU) to remain pillars of stability amid growing global uncertainty. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, underlined that […]

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6 d. ago Pakistan calls on India to respect Indus waters treaty after global court ruling

Pakistan has urged India to immediately resume its commitments under the Indus Waters Treaty following a key ruling by the Court of Arbitration that backed Pakistan’s stance. The court clearly stated that India cannot legally suspend the treaty on its own. On Monday, Pakistan’s Foreign Office welcomed the court’s Supplemental Award, which affirmed that the […]

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6 d. ago Bilawal calls on world to support Pakistan in fight against terrorism

Pakistan People’s Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has urged the global community to stand with Pakistan in its ongoing battle against terrorism. Speaking at an international conference on Pakistan’s role in the global war on terror, he highlighted the country’s heavy sacrifices and steadfast resolve. Bilawal described terrorism as a global challenge that Pakistan has […]

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6 d. ago Pakistan assumes UN security council presidency, renews call for Kashmir resolution

Pakistan has officially taken over the presidency of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the month of July, with Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad calling for urgent attention to the Kashmir dispute. Speaking at a press conference in New York, he emphasized that the decades-old issue continues to fuel tensions between Pakistan and India and […]

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8 d. ago PTI urges govt to engage in meaningful dialogue beyond statements

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) senior leader Shibli Faraz on Monday called on the PML-N-led coalition government to move past mere statements and engage in serious dialogue to ease the growing political tensions in the country. His remarks were a direct response to the government’s recent offer of dialogue with the opposition, made by Prime Minister Shehbaz […]

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