Andrabi says considering India's "support and sponsorship" for terrorist groups operating from Afghan soil, their "frustration" is understandable.

With fresh price notification, Kerosene, commonly described as the poor man’s fuel, has become the most expensive consumer product at Rs358 per litre.

Alternatives, like electric stoves and LPG cylinders, prove expensive amid rising inflation.

External sector may face $12-14bn shock over next year, warns Hafiz Pasha; wx-SBP chief Ishrat insists daily fuel price adjustments may cut hoarding incentives.

Sheikh Waqas Akram says urgent diplomatic action was imperative to prevent the Muslim world from being dragged into another devastating war.

Over 1,000 uplift schemes to be completed before start of next year.

Detainees handed over to the relevant authorities for further interrogation.

Drone strike targets peace committee office in Tank.

Advocate Ali Ahmed Kakar contends that the policy deprives eligible children of federal employees belonging to Balochistan of their rightful admissions.

JUI-F leader, NP chief slam ‘sidelining’ of province’s "genuine leaders".

CM Bugti terms the alleged tree cutting a violation of environmental protection principles and contrary to government policies.

ANP lawmaker raises concern over possible misuse of the law.

“These false claims have no basis or foundation," says Information Minister Attaullah Tarar.

The Pakistan Airports Authority has cited "operational reasons" for the temporary suspension.

Drones were intercepted through ‘soft and hard kills’; attacks aimed at inducing fear, says the military’s media wing.

Minister says Hiace was seized despite showing "all official documents confirming that the vehicle belongs to the information department".

KP CM criticises the federal government’s conduct regarding PTI founder’s health, and what he termed "politically motivated cases".

The department says a westerly wave may reach the northwestern parts of the country on the evening of March 14 and likely to persist until the morning of March 16.

The court also extended the interim bail of former federal minister Azam Swati till April 3 in multiple cases of May 9 riots.

The commission urged the relevant authorities to ensure that all detained women were treated humanely and respectfully.

Over 3,500 police personnel deployed, major roads closed to prevent protests and maintain order.

“Promotion of tourism guarantees economic strength. A stronger economy will also generate new employment opportunities,” he says.

Asks petitioners to approach Nepra for redressal of grievances.

Mr Naqvi directed that the Red Zone be made fully operational in practical terms and instructed the authorities to devise an effective strategy in this regard.

Says lack of fire safety measures, disconnection of electricity and blocking of exits caused fatalities.

police says that the deceased was purchasing eatables when he was targeted.

The protesting women agreed to reopen the road after local police and administration officials promised them to push for the reopening of the BISP centre.

Ask govt to allow their children to continue medical education in Pakistan; Call on PMDC, HEC, health ministry to formulate special migration policy.

Mayor Wahab lays foundation stone of Rs1.6bn Pehlwan Goth road project.

Stresses transparency and high returns to workers on provident, pension and welfare funds.

Directs fresh recruitment within 60 days from existing candidate list.

“Preventing worshippers from offering congregational prayers at one of the most revered mosques in the valley constitutes a serious violation of religious freedom," FO says.

Pakistan’s ruling elite is mentally subservient to the United States and seeks “certificates from Washington” to justify oppression against their own people says Hafiz Naeemur Rehman.

The commissioner directed the DCs to form special mobile teams for checks and set up pickets.

Weapons and ammunition found in possession of slain terrorists, says CTD.

With fresh price notification, Kerosene, commonly described as the poor man’s fuel, has become the most expensive consumer product at Rs358 per litre.

External sector may face $12-14bn shock over next year, warns Hafiz Pasha; wx-SBP chief Ishrat insists daily fuel price adjustments may cut hoarding incentives.

Index loses 2.3pc as surging oil price and IMF review delay weigh sentiments.

Delay in Genco-NPPMC amalgamation hampering energy sector overhaul.

Industry leaders warn higher logistics costs threaten future imports and exports.

Delay affecting plant operations and preventing the timely completion of coal supply contracts.

Expresses serious concern over the proposed amendment to Section 30(3) of the Patents Ordinance 2000.

Exports shrink 34pc to $3.39bn.

Premier chairs virtual meeting; all savings to go to "public relief"; 4-day working week not applicable to Federal Board of Revenue, law enforcement agencies.

Sources say no date set for the cuts and magnitude not finalised; Meta official terms it "speculative reporting"; plan comes amid focus on generative AI.

Currently, the dealers’ margin comes to around Rs8.64 per litre on diesel and petrol.

Minister says Hiace was seized despite showing "all official documents confirming that the vehicle belongs to the information department".

LNG now accounts for about 10pc of electricity generation, mainly used to meet evening demand peaks and stabilise the grid, Leghari says.

Experts say T-bill returns may rise in the coming months as the conflict pushes inflation higher.

US issues 30-day licence for countries to buy Russian oil and petroleum products stranded at sea.

Reversal highlights the volatility facing one of the country’s most critical industries.

Oil companies' counsel says legislative action “manifestly arbitrary”, seeks to override a binding judicial interpretation.

Industry expected to remain stable, supported by strong urea demand and seasonal agricultural activities.

Says prices are not being increased to reduce the burden on the common man.

Investigations will focus on whether governments have failed to impose and effectively enforce bans on the importation of goods produced with forced labour.

IMO to weigh Hormuz threats at extraordinary session as US Navy "not ready to escort ships".

Brent futures for May rose $1.02, or 1 per cent, to $101.48 a barrel at 07:30 GMT, heading for a weekly increase of nearly 10pc.

Pakistan’s benchmark KSE-100 Index fell more than 500 points by midday on Friday, extending a week of volatile trading as rising oil prices and Middle East tensions weighed on investor sentiment.

Aurangzeb tells lawmakers he is engaged with IMF, friendly partners on reforms.

Prices unlikely to hit $200 a barrel, US energy secretary says.

State Bank has allowed import of crude oil, which means it will provide dollars and affect reserves.

Govt to establish AI Council to guide Pak AI policy and development, says IT minister.

Qatar's foreign trade minister holds virtual meeting with Commerce Minister Jam Kamal.

Sources say PM Shehbaz recently told a meeting that there would be no further hike in prices, at least in the near future.

Notification says holiday to be observed by all government offices, autonomous bodies, semi-autonomous bodies, corporations, corporations and local councils.

Regulatory authority increases RLNG price by 19.6pc for Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited and 22pc for Sui Southern Gas Company Limited.

Fuel surcharges on domestic flights raised by $20 and up to $100 on international flights, PIA spokesman says.

Pakistan’s KSE-100 index swung sharply on Thursday, falling 1,437.04 points after a volatile session marked by steep early losses, a brief recovery, and renewed pressure as oil prices surged above $100 a barrel and IMF talks remained unresolved.

Mission says Pakistani authorities made "good progress" in implementing climate resilience agenda; aims to conclude talks in coming days.

US dollar firmed 0.2pc, making dollar-priced bullion more expensive for holders of other currencies.

Under India’s chairmanship, the expanded bloc has remained silent; Pezeshkian, Araghchi urge Indian counterparts to spearhead a "strong and constructive" intervention.

"Energy dominance” policy aims to ensure that region has a “reliable, affordable and secure” energy supply that “can’t be interrupted by a terrorist regime,” says US Interior Secretary.

One killed in attack on village in occupied West Bank.

Main target was energy infrastructure outside the capital Kyiv, President Volodymyr Zelensky says.

The day began with “the Walk the Talk for Unity” at the Bridge of Remembrance in the city centre, organised by the Sakinah Community Trust.

US bombs Kharg Island, key to 90pc of oil exports; Tehran warns it will target any facility in region linked to US.

Death toll for paramedics this month rises to 31 after clinic bombing.

Pete Hegseth calls reporting "patently ridiculous"; Thompson says network will keep reporting "the truth".

Palestinian group affirms Tehran’s right to retaliate against "Zionist aggression"; calls for immediate international action to halt wider conflict.

Says he hopes China, France, Japan, South Korea, Britain and others will send ships to the area.

Activist says "commitment to Ladakh remains unchanged" but activisim will "require clarity, unity, and sincere dialogue".

Tesla is designing its fifth-generation artificial intelligence chip to power its autonomous ambitions.

Further use of force would only complicate the situation and intensify tensions, FM Wang says.

Trip scheduled for March 31 to April 2; US treasury secretary due to meet with Chinese vice premier in Paris this weekend.

Pyongyang recently dashed hopes of a diplomatic thaw with South Korea, describing its latest peace efforts as a “clumsy, deceptive farce”.

Sources say no date set for the cuts and magnitude not finalised; Meta official terms it "speculative reporting"; plan comes amid focus on generative AI.

Most of the displaced persons are reportedly fleeing from Tehran and other major urban areas towards the north of the country.

Cubans welcome news as a possible solution to power blackouts.

The new government now faces the task of fixing the Himalayan nation’s ailing economy.

Allied troops are learning to operate smoothly together in challenging conditions in the Arctic.

Court orders prompt handover of bodies to Iranian embassy following autopsies in Galle.

“The command investigation will take as long as necessary to address all the matters surrounding this incident,” says Pete Hegseth.

The deaths add to the seven US service members who have been ​killed as part of US attacks on Iran.

“These attacks are out of fear, out of desperation,” says Ali Larijani, secretary of the Supreme National Security Council.

State elections this year will be held in the southern states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu, both under opposition parties, as well as the smaller coastal territory of Puducherry.

Strikes against nuclear facilities carry huge environmental and safety risks for the local population and people all around the region, says Pakistan's envoy.

Assailant identified as Lebanese-born American immigrant who recently lost family members in Israeli strike.

IMO to weigh Hormuz threats at extraordinary session as US Navy "not ready to escort ships".

28 hurt in seafront attack targeting civilians, displaced families; death toll in Lebanon near 700.

Chinese foreign policy expert says law underlines a move towards assimilation.

Shah has been “unwell in jail”, according to family members.

Pentagon says "no chance" of renewed Anthropic negotiations.

Congress party questions "US permission" to buy Russian oil; Indian PM under fire over "silence" on Khamenei assassination.

Beijing denounces move as ‘political manipulation’.

“Nobody at the moment has been confirmed to be hurt except potentially the shooter,” says police.

"Agha threw his batting gloves and helmet to the ground in an inappropriate manner,” ICC says.

Next month’s Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Formula One Grands Prix are set to be cancelled due to the Middle East conflict.

Elliot Anderson’s curler forced another fine save from Olafsson before Midtjylland’s Philip Billing headed off the line to stop Pedro Bravo scoring an own goal.

“It was really difficult, I struggled with Cameron’s style,” Alcaraz says.

“The car has been feeling amazing,” said Russell, winner of the Australian season-opener last weekend.

Maaz Sadaqat emerges as the stand-out performer, blasting a rapid 75 for Pakistan before picking up three wickets.

The X account of Sunrisers Leeds was suspended overnight but is now back up and running again.

Shaheen has backed his young team to make a comeback despite the eight-wicket drubbing in the series opener.

Premier League leaders Arsenal snatched a 1-1 draw at Bayer Leverkusen to preserve their unbeaten record in Europe this season.

Alcaraz relied on a near-flawless service game to seize control of the match, racing through the opening set in just 37 minutes after breaking Ruud’s serve three times.

The unveiling ceremony was attended among others by PSL chief executive officer Salman Naseer and the representatives of the eight participating teams.

“I wore a cap, a mask, and a full-sleeved t-shirt,” the 32-year-old told the newspaper, says Shivam Dube.

Atletico Madrid piled more misery on Tottenham Hotspur by winning 5-2 on a nightmare evening for visiting goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky.

He is now only the second Bangladeshi bowler to take a 5-wicket haul against Pakistan in ODIs after Mustafizur Rahman's 5-75 during the 2019 World Cup.

"Considering that this corrupt regime has assassinated our leader, under no circumstances can we participate in the World Cup," says the sports minister.

Cricket West Indies has called the uncertainty “increasingly distressing”; Michael Vaughan also criticised the situation.

Seven members of Iran’s visiting women’s football team claimed asylum after they were branded “traitors” at home over a pre-match protest.

Their preparations for the tournament will kick off with the three-match One-day International series against Bangladesh.

All the West Indies and South African players have been booked on individual commercial airline flights.

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A total of 44 matches will be played across six venues, with Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium hosting the final on May 3.

Says tour offers valuable opportunity to test the younger players in challenging conditions.

West Indies coach and South African players Quinton de Kock and David Miller have accused the ICC of leaving them stranded.

A deep run in the Champions League would be a major boost for Slot, who has come under fire from frustrated fans during Liverpool’s slump.

Voronchikhina’s exploits have brought her to the attention of foreign media at the Games.

Finishes as the tournament’s third-highest run-scorer with 321 runs.

“Though Pakistan were patchy in the tournament, Sahibzada Farhan was consistently brilliant,” ICC says.

India's T20 victory is the first time a team have won the title on home soil.

Team secures place in the upcoming hockey World Cup after eight years; performance "significant step towards promoting hockey' in Pakistan, says premier.

Southampton join a powerful-looking quartet already through to the last eight with Arsenal, Manchester City, Chelsea and Liverpool in the hat for the quarter-finals.

England earned their first penalty corner just 49 seconds after the start at the Suez Canal Authority Hockey Stadium.

Farhan hit an unbeaten half-century while Mohammad Akhlaq also scored a fifty as they lifted Lahore Whites from early troubles.

Pacer Jasprit Bumrah grabs four wickets to dismantle Black Caps' batting line-up.

The match drew 619 million views on streaming platform JioHotstar, according to the company, including a 65 million peak at the same time.

Official tickets, starting at 2,000 Indian rupees, sold out within minutes on BookMyShow, prompting thousands of fans turning to unofficial routes.