GDP growth revised down to 3.65pc as country falls short of target

Industrial, services sector slowdown drags down economic growth in FY26; per capita income "lowest in region"; economy reaches $450.4bn.

Published 20 Oct, 2026 06:57am

Houthis inflict major losses on Yemeni forces

At least 53 killed, 200 wounded in attack on govt forces’ training camp in Shabwa.

Updated 20 Oct, 2026 07:37am

Govt unveils hi-tech system to manage loadshedding

Asset Performance Management System pilot project to be launched from Lahore, Kasur.

Updated 20 Oct, 2026 07:43am

CDF Munir to visit Tehran today

Scheduled visit follows earlier talks between Field Marshal Munir and Iranian leaders in the summer that focused on measures to prevent further escalation.

Published 20 Oct, 2026 06:57am

Govt slashes petrol price by Rs5.16 per litre, high-speed diesel rate by Rs7.69

Following the revision, petrol will retail at Rs381.14 per litre while HSD will cost Rs389.27 per litre.

Published 19 Oct, 2026 11:53pm

CDF Munir, new Saudi envoy express satisfaction at progress made under Makkah defence pact: ISPR

Underscore importance of strengthening defence collaboration, institutional linkages and strategic coordination, ISPR says.

Updated 19 Oct, 2026 08:46pm

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Iranian navy claims US forces hit Konarak naval base, wounded two personnel.

Updated 20 Oct, 2026 12:08am

Senate approves bill seeking blue passports for ex-lawmakers with incomplete term

Bill seeking the issuance of blue passports to dependent children of ex-members of Parliament withdrawn.

Updated 19 Oct, 2026 11:14pm

In NA, Achakzai demands to know Sohail Afridi’s whereabouts

Opposition chief whip Amir Dogar seeks production orders for six "missing" MNAs.

Updated 20 Oct, 2026 12:42am

'We never gave up': Naqvi highlights Pakistan's peace efforts in US-Iran war at Qatar forum

Minister recalls Qatari PM and CDF Munir worked for “more than 16 hours without a single break” during the Switzerland talks.

Updated 19 Oct, 2026 07:18pm

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Pakistan suspends Iran trade corridors over 'security, smuggling concerns'

Shahid Rind refutes "rumours" regarding the temporary closure; Iran foreign ministry cites "technical issues".

Pakistan , Updated 18 Oct, 2026 12:57pm

Pakistan suspends Iran trade corridors over 'security, smuggling concerns'

One in three adults in Pakistan lives with psychological disorder: study

Experts term findings of first national mental health survey "most reliable".

Pakistan , Updated 18 Oct, 2026 12:19pm

One in three adults in Pakistan lives with psychological disorder: study

Bilawal says KP governor's rule could end if opposition engages with Centre on counterterrorism

PPP chief says new provinces could be created in accordance with the Constitution and law, their creation is "not possible without the president's signature".

Pakistan , Updated 18 Oct, 2026 11:08pm

Bilawal says KP governor's rule could end if opposition engages with Centre on counterterrorism

Indian airlines barred from using Pakistani airspace until Nov 24 as ban extended

Airspace will not available for Indian registered aircraft until 4:59am on Nov 24, Notam says.

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Indian airlines barred from using Pakistani airspace until Nov 24 as ban extended

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Tensions over headscarves, Israel test Azerbaijan-Turkiye ties

Public tensions have become evident in what has traditionally been a very close relationship between two nations whose bond is characterised by the slogan: One nation, two states.

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State of denial

If the Taliban regime commits to preventing groups based on its soil from attacking neighbouring states, the process of normalisation and regional integration of Afghanistan can begin.

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PM Shehbaz reaffirms support for Saudi Arabia in meeting with new envoy

The prime minister strongly condemned the Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia and thanked the Saudi leadership for its longstanding economic and financial support to Pakistan.

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PM Shehbaz reaffirms support for Saudi Arabia in meeting with new envoy

Two moments of madness cost Sri Lanka as Pakistan win tri-series opener after Salman Ali Agha century

Sri Lanka were cruising before Janith Liyanage and Dasun Shanaka initiated the visitors' unravelling after Salman's 107 had lifted Pakistan to 305.

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Two moments of madness cost Sri Lanka as Pakistan win tri-series opener after Salman Ali Agha century

Karachi judicial magistrate extends physical remand of anchorperson Iqrarul Hassan by 2 days

Magistrate also dismisses plea seeking discharge from case; notes investigation still pending.

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Karachi judicial magistrate extends physical remand of anchorperson Iqrarul Hassan by 2 days

First Pakistani astronaut to undertake space mission from China on Nov 25: Ahsan Iqbal

Planning minister says the country is also aiming to achieve a lunar landing by 2035.

Pakistan , Updated 18 Oct, 2026 04:01pm

First Pakistani astronaut to undertake space mission from China on Nov 25: Ahsan Iqbal

Construction of underpass in front of Rawalpindi's Armed Forces Institute of Cardiology begins

A senior official of the district administration told Dawn proposal had been sent to the government to start work on the underpass to cater to the traffic rush on the main square.

Pakistan , Updated 18 Oct, 2026 09:25am

Construction of underpass in front of Rawalpindi's Armed Forces Institute of Cardiology begins

Centre was compelled to impose emergency in KP, PM reiterates

Premier says federal govt “made many efforts” but was met with “threats and long marches every other day in response”.

Pakistan , Published 17 Oct, 2026 06:09pm

Centre was compelled to impose emergency in KP, PM reiterates

PM Shehbaz inaugurates Daanish School in Islamabad, stresses equal academic opportunities

Premier says concept introduced not only to match the quality and level of Aitchison College and other schools but to excel.

Pakistan , Updated 18 Oct, 2026 04:03pm

PM Shehbaz inaugurates Daanish School in Islamabad, stresses equal academic opportunities

Four soldiers dead, dozens injured in fire at Canada military base

Wainwright’s health-care facilities “completely overwhelmed” by the number of patients requiring care.

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Indian actor Tiger Shroff remains unhurt in shooting incident in Mumbai

Actor's driver, bystander injured, says official.

World , Updated 19 Oct, 2026 12:54am

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What is holding up the US-India trade deal?

Trump’s tariff blitz, friction over energy imports and Washington’s warmer ties with Pakistan have made it harder for negotiators to clinch an agreement.

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