7 h. ago President urges intensified efforts to safeguard minority rights

President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday urged intensified efforts to safeguard minority rights, promote religious tolerance, and ensure the restoration of worship places unlawfully occupied, reaffirming that minorities are an integral part of Pakistan’s social and national fabric. He made these remarks during a meeting at Aiwan-e-Sadr with Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith […]

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8 h. ago Exporters urge policy support to capitalise on US tariff cut

Pakistan’s exporters are set to gain a competitive edge in the US market after the government successfully negotiated to get reciprocal tariff reduced from 29% to 19%, the lowest in the region providing Pakistan an opportunity to boost exports to the United States. The breakthrough was discussed in a meeting on ‘US Reciprocal Tariffs’ chaired […]

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10 h. ago PHC halts appointments of new NA, Senate opposition leaders till 15th

PHC bench issues notices to ECP, other respondents while hearing Omar Ayub and Shibli Faraz’s pleas against de-notification PESHAWAR: The Peshawar High Court (PHC) on Tuesday issued a stay order, halting the appointments of new opposition leaders in the National Assembly and the Senate following the disqualification and removal of PTI’s Omar Ayub and Shibli […]

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17 h. ago Indian opposition holds another protest over ‘Vote Chori’ in Bihar

NEW DELHI: Indian opposition lawmakers staged yet another protest in the Parliament House complex today, marking the 15th consecutive day of agitation against the Election Commission’s voter roll revision in Bihar. Many of the protesting MPs wore white T-shirts featuring the image of a “124-year-old first-time voter”, Minta Devi, whose name reportedly appeared on the […]

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17 h. ago First Lady advocates for equal access to Breast Cancer Care across Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – First Lady of Pakistan Aseefa Bhutto Zardari urged united effort among government bodies, healthcare professionals, media, and communities to

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21 h. 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 […]

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34 h. ago Learning from global case studies: Policy recommendations for overcoming Pakistan’s smog crisis

Pollution in Pakistan is not a new phenomenon. It has been there in other countries around the world. There are instances of its occurrence in London, also which started in the 18th century. London smog was notorious, as the coal which was used to burn had high amounts of Sulfur. However, no concrete action was […]

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34 h. ago India’s missing friends: Why the World didn’t back ‘Operation Sindoor’

By: Sadaf Nadeem History shows that since 1947, whenever the Indian government has faced internal chaos, administrative failures, or especially rising unrest in Kashmir, it has relied on a familiar tactic: deflect blame onto Pakistan and stir up nationalist sentiment. Mr. Mohammad Kunhi’s opinion piece, provocatively titled “India’s Missing Friends During Op Sindoor” is just […]

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36 h. ago China urges Philippines to stop provocations in South China Sea

BEIJING: China on Monday called on the Philippines to immediately cease its infringement and provocative actions near Huangyan Dao, reaffirming China’s firm stance on safeguarding its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian condemned the intrusion by multiple Philippine Coast Guard vessels, official ships, and fishing boats into China’s territorial waters on […]

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43 h. ago Celebrities must promote safety, Shahnila Akram urges Hania Amir

Shahnila Akram, wife of former cricket captain Wasim Akram, strongly reacted to actress Hania Amir’s recent motorcycle video. She stressed the importance of road safety and wearing helmets to protect lives. Her message aimed to raise awareness about responsible behavior on the roads. Sharing a screenshot of Hania Amir’s video on her Instagram story, Shahnila […]

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54 h. ago Journalists gain insight into national security and media dynamics at 15th national media workshop

Omay Aimen The 15th National Media Workshop (15th NMW), organized by the National Defence University (NDU) in collaboration with the

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55 h. ago Capital mosque relocated lawfully; propaganda baseless: authorities

Following the relocation of Madni Masjid in Islamabad, authorities have urged people not to pay heed to baseless propaganda aimed at inciting religious sentiments of the public. According to reports, the demolition of the said mosque and its adjoining seminary (madrassah) on Murree Road was carried out strictly in accordance with law, Islamic principles and […]

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58 h. ago Business community hails proposal to revive sick industrial units, urge reforms

The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry’s (FPCCI) Businessmen Panel (BMP) Chairman Mian Anjum Nisar has welcomed the government’s proposal to introduce a credit scheme for the revival of sick industrial units but cautioned that without practical, on-ground reforms, such initiatives will remain confined to paperwork. He urged the government to link the […]

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4 d. ago PM Shehbaz slams Israeli cabinet’s Gaza takeover plan as ‘dangerous escalation’

Premier says military operations expansion will only worsen the already existing humanitarian crisis Reiterates Pakistan’s unwavering support for legitimate rights of Palestinian and establishment of sovereign State of Palestine Calls upon international community to intervene urgently to bring an immediate halt to Israel’s unwarranted aggression ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday blasted the Israeli […]

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5 d. ago Uzbekistan envoy urges Pak, Uzbek business community to benefit from new agreement

ISLAMABAD: Uzbekistan Ambassador Mr Alisher Tukhtaev on Thursday urged business communities of Pakistan and Uzbekistan to take benefit from the recent agreement signed between the two countries and take bilateral trade to new heights. “We have set an ambitious but achievable target, to increase the volume of bilateral trade to $2 billion in the coming […]

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5 d. ago Trump urges all Middle East nations to join Abraham Accords for regional peace

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said on Thursday it was important that Middle Eastern countries join the Abraham Accords, which aim to normalize diplomatic ties with Israel, saying it will ensure peace in the region. “Now that the nuclear arsenal being ‘created’ by Iran has been totally OBLITERATED, it is very important to me that […]

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5 d. ago Trump slams Intel’s new boss as “highly conflicted,” urges immediate resignation

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump on Thursday demanded the immediate resignation of Intel’s new CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, calling him “highly conflicted” due to his ties to Chinese firms and raising doubts about the future of the American chip icon. A change in leadership could pile pressure on the company as it pushes through a major […]

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5 d. ago Wasim Akram calls for Babar Azam’s return to T20 squad for Asia Cup 2025

LAHORE: Former Pakistan cricketer Wasim Akram has urged for the inclusion of Babar Azam in the national T20 squad ahead of the Asia Cup 2025. Akram emphasized the need for an experienced player in the batting lineup, especially with major tournaments like the Asia Cup and World Cup on the horizon. Babar Azam’s last T20 […]

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6 d. ago Imran urges nationwide strike for ‘achieving true freedom’ on August 14: Aleema

PTI founder satisfied with recent protests, especially in KP and Punjab, comparing current repression to even more severe than past dictators Declares no new candidates would be nominated to replace PTI leaders who were disqualified Reiterates opposition to operations in KP, emphasizing actions against their own people only fuel resentment, Aleema states Urges PTI leaders […]

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6 d. ago Yousaf Rizvi Clarifies: “Thailand Open for Tourism, Situation Stable Despite Border Tensions”

Islamabad – Yousaf Rizvi, President of Friends of Thailand Pakistan and Vice Chairman of the Travel Agents Association of Pakistan (TAAP), has issued a clarification regarding the current situation between Thailand and Cambodia, urging the public to rely on verified facts and maintain confidence in Thailand as a safe and welcoming destination. Speaking in a […]

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