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Pakistan reaffirms commitment to Saudi security at UN Security Council

Pakistan fully supports Saudi Arabia’s legitimate right to defend its people and protect its cities and vital infrastructure, the country's ambassador says.

Updated 10 Oct, 2026 01:41pm

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US envoy warns Yemen has returned to 'full-scale war', urge diplomacy

Israeli jets strike area between Lebanon’s Nabatieh al-Fawqa and Kfar Tebnit; Saudi-led coalition says destroyed more than 100 Houthi targets.

Updated 10 Oct, 2026 12:57pm

India's 'cockroach' movement chief detained ahead of major protest

"The dictator would rather shut down the entire national capital and inconvenience millions of citizens than allow a peaceful protest at a designated protest site," CJP chief Abhijeet Dipke says.

Updated 10 Oct, 2026 11:45am

Islamabad ATC disposes of plea to drop terrorism charges against Imaan, Hadi in security breach case

Jail authorities fail to produce accused in court, citing the Islamabad Police’s failure to provide security.

Updated 10 Oct, 2026 02:14pm

Trump sows doubt on plan to livestream US military execution

“If the execution is broadcast live, I'm not going to be watching it,” says Vice President JD Vance.

Published 10 Oct, 2026 11:04am

Supreme Court releases report documenting judicial, institutional reforms

The report documents the implementation of an 86-point Reform Action Plan, supported by a structured governance mechanism, dedicated working groups, and regular review of reform initiatives.

Published 10 Oct, 2026 12:29pm

Turkiye social media ban for under-15s takes effect Nov 1

The ban aims to protect children from digital risks such as screen addiction, sleep deprivation, bullying and eating disorders.

Published 10 Oct, 2026 01:53pm

World Economic Forum presents case for ‘administrative redesign’ in Pakistan

Forum notes that new units can do better only with capable institutions, transparent fiscal transfers.

Updated 10 Oct, 2026 07:23am

Dreamliners to join PIA fleet next month

The acquisition of modern aircraft reflects the new PIA administration’s commitment to providing modern facilities for passengers.

Published 10 Oct, 2026 04:44am

Remittances rise 14pc to $10.9bn in July-Sept

UK records the highest growth among major sources, with inflows rising 19.4pc; Saudi Arabia remains the largest source, contributing $2.686 billion.

Updated 10 Oct, 2026 07:50am

Pakistan Cricket in Crisis? Babar Out, Shadab Returns

Encounter Killings, Super Cops and Pakistan’s Police System

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Power outages spike in Lahore during nighttime

21 foreigners among 281 held in cybercrime cases in Lahore

Each district of Punjab to have a parks and horticulture authorities

UK, US varsity teachers demand Imaan, Hadi’s release

Man, son killed over water dispute in Faisalabad

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OMODA & JAECOO Nishat celebrates 15,000 units as JAECOO J7 marks first anniversary with a Special Beige Interior Edition

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Power outages spike in Lahore during nighttime

21 foreigners among 281 held in cybercrime cases in Lahore

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UK, US varsity teachers demand Imaan, Hadi’s release

Man, son killed over water dispute in Faisalabad

DG ISPR says Pakistani troops present in Saudi Arabia 'for decades' across multiple domains

Says Makkah Defence Alliance between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye did not form in a "vacuum".

Pakistan , Updated 08 Oct, 2026 09:42am

DG ISPR says Pakistani troops present in Saudi Arabia 'for decades' across multiple domains

'Fake and fabricated': Info ministry rejects NYT report claiming PAF jets being used against Yemen's Houthis

“Details of any deployment, if necessary, will be given by the authorities concerned,” the ministry says.

World , Published 08 Oct, 2026 06:25pm

'Fake and fabricated': Info ministry rejects NYT report claiming PAF jets being used against Yemen's Houthis

KP CM Afridi seeks law to impeach governor, rejects operations

KP CM tells chief secretary, police chief not to follow "unconstitutional" orders.

Pakistan , Updated 08 Oct, 2026 08:07am

KP CM Afridi seeks law to impeach governor, rejects operations

CDF Munir reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to international peace in meeting with UN chief

The two discussed the prevailing regional security environment and the UN’s role in promoting international peace and security, ISPR says.

Pakistan , Updated 07 Oct, 2026 10:15pm

CDF Munir reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to international peace in meeting with UN chief

Bahrain working to 'speed up' approval of Pak-GCC free trade pact, foreign minister says

FM Al Zayani describes ties with Pakistan as "very healthy and strong"; discusses Hormuz, Bab al Mandab crises with Dar; meets President Zardari, PM Shehbaz.

World , Updated 08 Oct, 2026 08:45pm

Bahrain working to 'speed up' approval of Pak-GCC free trade pact, foreign minister says

EXPLAINER-Makkah pact and defence of the Kingdom

Progress so far includes political commitment, the appointment of an institutional head and formation of the Riyadh secretariat.

Newspaper , Updated 08 Oct, 2026 08:34am

EXPLAINER-Makkah pact and defence of the Kingdom

Will not allow military operations, KP CM tells march participants in Khyber

PTI changes plan to reach Khairabad on Oct 8 and announce next steps, sets Peshawar as Thursday's destination.

Pakistan , Updated 08 Oct, 2026 12:02am

Will not allow military operations, KP CM tells march participants in Khyber

Saudis reel from attacks as allies debate ‘involvement’

Houthis fire missiles at Riyadh airport, airbases; kindergarten, clinic complex damaged by debris.

World , Published 09 Oct, 2026 07:04am

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US freezes Microsoft, Adobe, Infosys green-card applications over alleged fraud

US Vice President Vance says nine universities, including Harvard, Yale and Stanford, to be investigated for allegedly bringing in international students to undercut American wages.

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Afridi-led convoy enters Peshawar as PTI long march continues for 5th day

Mobile services reportedly non-functional in parts of city; PHC seeks CM Afridi's reply to contempt plea over using govt helicopter for long march.

Pakistan , Updated 08 Oct, 2026 09:26pm

Afridi-led convoy enters Peshawar as PTI long march continues for 5th day

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Newspaper , Updated 08 Oct, 2026 09:05am

Pakistan drives regional rise in poverty levels

World Bank says 48pc of "extreme poor" from ME region are in Pakistan.

Newspaper , Updated 07 Oct, 2026 01:01pm

Pakistan drives regional rise in poverty levels

Pakistan seek to move beyond dependence on stars under Sahibzada Farhan's T20I captaincy

The three-match series against Sri Lanka, which begins under lights on Friday, is the first test of a renewed approach.

Sport , Published 08 Oct, 2026 07:34pm

Pakistan seek to move beyond dependence on stars under Sahibzada Farhan's T20I captaincy

OMODA & JAECOO Nishat celebrates 15,000 units as JAECOO J7 marks first anniversary with a Special Beige Interior Edition

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Saudi deployment

The country values its deep ties with Saudi Arabia and should do all it can to protect the kingdom from external aggression.

Newspaper , Updated 07 Oct, 2026 09:11am

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Newspaper , Updated 08 Oct, 2026 09:23am

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PCB confirms window for HBL PSL 12

The March 18 - May 2 window was finalised following consultations with the owners and representatives of the eight franchises at a meeting of the PSL governing council in London on Sept 1, according to the PCB.

Sport , Published 08 Oct, 2026 09:06am