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US calls off Pakistan trip as Iran replies to proposals

Trump says his envoys will not travel to Islamabad to ‘talk about nothing’, says new proposal from Tehran offers ‘a

Published 26 Apr, 2026 05:02am

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Hormuz stays flashpoint amid reopening move

Iran asks US to lift blockade, warns of response if ‘piracy’ continues

Published 26 Apr, 2026 05:02am

Zardari reaches China to discuss trade, CPEC

ISLAMABAD: Presi­dent Asif Ali Zardari arr­ived in China on Saturday for discussions focused on economic and trade...

Published 26 Apr, 2026 05:02am

Pakistan launches indigenous satellite, boosts space capabilities

EO-3 equipped with advanced imaging capabilities

Published 26 Apr, 2026 05:02am

Can diplomacy survive Trump’s shifting messaging?

US president’s decision to cancel envoys’ trip does not formally end diplomatic track, but it significantly alters its momentum

Published 26 Apr, 2026 05:02am

Lessons in mediation

From the UN chief to the Kremlin, Islamabad’s efforts to mediate between the US and Iran have won it universal acclaim. Although experts agree Pakistan is best-positioned for this role, lasting outcomes are not reached overnight and require structured engagement.

Updated 25 Apr, 2026 07:34am

Pentagon claims full Hormuz blockade as world feels fuel crunch

US Gen Caine claims 34 ships turned around, but Hapag-Lloyd says one ship made it thru strait.

Updated 25 Apr, 2026 07:53am

Surprise fuel hike adds to burden on consumers

Petrol, diesel prices raised by Rs27 per litre.

Updated 25 Apr, 2026 07:24am

22 terrorists killed in Khyber IBO, says ISPR

ISLAMABAD: Security forces killed 22 terrorists in a joint intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Khy­ber...

Published 25 Apr, 2026 05:42am

Araghchi’s Islamabad visit ‘bodes well’ for US dialogue

Iranian foreign minister arrives in capital late on Friday, set to visit Oman, Russia next; White House says Kushner, Witkoff set to travel to Pakistan.

Updated 25 Apr, 2026 09:19am

Pakistan among top 10 countries facing acute food crisis

Multi-agency report says over 9m Pakistanis face "crisis"conditions; another 1.7 million in the more severe "emergency"category.

Updated 25 Apr, 2026 07:49am

Trump rules out N-option amid Hormuz struggle

US president says in no hurry to end war, claims "total control"over strait, orders navy to destroy all mine-laying vessels.

Updated 24 Apr, 2026 07:16am

Football fans not enthused by suggestion of Iran-Italy swap

The plan seems to be an effort to repair ties bet­ween Trump and Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni after the two fell out amid the US president’s attacks against Pope Leo XIV.

Updated 24 Apr, 2026 07:29am

Naqvi, Baker discuss Iran talks prospects

ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and US Charge d’Affaires Natalie Baker met on Thursday to discuss the...

Published 24 Apr, 2026 05:03am

CJP Afridi openly opposes Judicial Commission of Pakistan meeting for judges’ transfer

In letter to commission, Justice Afridi warns move will set "undesirable and potentially far-reaching precedent".

Updated 24 Apr, 2026 07:23am

PM calls for gradual shift to electric vehicles

Directs inclusion of EV buses, bikes in govt fleet; calls for local manufacturing of batteries

Published 24 Apr, 2026 05:03am

iPhones, Androids set to get costlier after new valuation

FBR increases customs values for 62 older, used handset models

Published 24 Apr, 2026 05:03am

US optimistic about Iran talks ‘this week’

Trump says resumption of negotiations in Islamabad possible within "36 to 72 hours"; appreciates Tehran for stopping "executions" of detained women.

Published 23 Apr, 2026 07:26am

Despite snags, Pakistan works to keep channels open

PM meets Iranian ambassador, hopes both sides will ink peace deal for permanent end to conflict.

Published 23 Apr, 2026 07:14am

‘Strict security’ triggers food, fuel shortages in twin cities

Fuel supply to Islamabad, Peshawar airports likely to be affected; Goods transporters want district authorities to reopen roads.

Updated 23 Apr, 2026 07:46am

Tarar slams India over failure to back Pahalgam claims

ISLAMABAD: Infor­mation Minister Attaullah Tarar said on Wednesday that even a year on, India had failed to provide...

Published 23 Apr, 2026 07:21am

Govt orders probe into costly off-grid power purchases by Discos

Distribution companies were buying electricity from small producers and captive power plants thru bilateral contracts at rates...

Published 23 Apr, 2026 07:19am

Two Pakistani astronauts picked for space mission

• One of them will join Chinese programme as payload specialist after advanced training; will become first foreign astronaut to...

Published 23 Apr, 2026 07:10am

Trump extends ceasefire on Pakistan’s request

US president to hold off attacks till Iranian leadership comes up with ‘unified proposal’, blockade to continue

Published 22 Apr, 2026 05:50am

Aleema Khan looks to mend fences, denies seeking party position

Criticises PTI leadership, including Salman Akram Raja, over their failure to secure Imran’s release.

Updated 22 Apr, 2026 07:48am

FO slams storming of Al Aqsa compound

ISLAMABAD: Pakis­tan on Tuesday condem­ned in “strongest terms” the storm­ing of the Al Aqsa Mosque compound...

Published 22 Apr, 2026 05:50am

Govt invites bids from financiers as it eyes more borrowing

Seeks proposals from global consortiums to act as underwriters, lead managers, book runners.

Updated 22 Apr, 2026 07:30am

ECP suspends Senate by-poll on seat won by Murad Saeed

Case re-listed for hearing on May 7

Published 22 Apr, 2026 05:50am

World urges restraint as US, Iran stick to guns

US Senate to vote again on resolution seeking to limit president’s war powers.

Updated 22 Apr, 2026 07:38am

Azeris ready to supply LNG to Pakistan amid crunch

State firm SOCAR says 2025 framework allows fast-track purchases

Published 22 Apr, 2026 05:50am

Diplomatic flurry as US-Iran truce deadline nears

A US team heading to Islamabad today; Iran also "considering" sending negotiators.

Updated 21 Apr, 2026 03:40pm

Polio drive falls short of 45m target by 300,000

ISLAMABAD: This year’s second nationwide polio campaign has missed its vaccination target of 45 million children ...

Published 21 Apr, 2026 07:10am

Islamabad readies for possible Trump visit

ISLAMABAD: Despite the uncertainty surrounding planned US-Iran talks in Islamabad, government circles are quietly...

Published 21 Apr, 2026 07:10am

Subsidy burden, oil surge will weigh on economic growth

Minister says Rs173bn taken from PSDP to finance fuel subsidies

Published 21 Apr, 2026 07:10am

‘More than 16,000 lives lost in over 350 disasters in 2025’

Pakistan experienced massive floods due to monsoon, causing over 1,000 deaths and affecting 6.9m people, says Cred data.

Updated 21 Apr, 2026 10:56am