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Yemen's Houthi rebels claim attack on Aramco facility after fire, smoke seen in Riyadh

Houthis warn of "reciprocal response" to Saudi strikes; Iranian rial at new low.

2026-10-04T00:17:56+05:00

'Grave provocation': Pakistan condemns Houthi attack on power facility in Madina

Islamabad hints at cautious shift on US sanctions against Iran

Trump calls Iran’s Hormuz offer ‘not enough’

12:17am

Iraqi oil transport firm says it shipped 2 million barrels of crude through Strait of Hormuz
12:01am

Yemen's Houthis claim attack on Aramco facility in Riyadh
Oct 03, Sat
11:00pm

Iranian rial at new low, as central bank sells dollars to support currency
10:40pm

WATCH: Iranian air defence interepts hostile aircraft over Qeshm Island
10:32pm

Flights between Iran and Iraq to resume on Sunday: Iranian media
9:37pm

Houthi health ministry claims 72 killed in Saudi attacks
9:32pm

Houthis warn of 'reciprocal response' to Saudi strikes: Iranian state media
9:27pm

Oil tanker explodes in Strait of Hormuz, Iranian state broadcaster reports
9:17pm

SEE: Satellite imagery shows Saudi Aramco oil tanks ablaze at Riyadh facility
9:03pm

Qatar, Abu Dhabi F1 Grands Prix to go ahead despite Mideast tensions

Official outcome awaited as govt-opposition talks bleed into the night

Flurry of activity continues at Parliament House past midnight; KP CM remains adamant on Oct 4 march, lays out journey plan.

Updated 04 Oct, 2026 02:23am

Bilawal says Centre was ready to impose emergency in KP but PPP sought 'political solution'

Urges PTI to cancel march, acknowledge "success" of its protest as capital has remained barricaded.

Updated 04 Oct, 2026 01:27am

Local automakers voice concerns as imports of used cars surge in Sept

On the other hand, importers claim that easing of regulations will bring competition in the auto sector.

Published 03 Oct, 2026 10:45pm

Efforts underway to repatriate remains of 3 Pakistanis killed while recovering hijacked tanker from Somali pirates: PMO

Ethiopian Airlines reviewing necessary arrangements to repatriate bodies from Addis Ababa to Karachi, statement says.

Published 03 Oct, 2026 08:41pm

Tennessee prison chief who oversaw botched execution resigns: governor

The failed execution of convicted murderer Christa Pike is the second in the southern US state this year.

Published 04 Oct, 2026 12:01am

Trump shares Republican senator's phone number in feud over daylight saving bill

The dispute centres on the Sunshine Protection Act, which would make daylight saving time permanent and end the twice-yearly practice of changing clocks by one hour.

Published 03 Oct, 2026 10:29pm

Fatima Sana joins Perth Scorchers for Women’s Big Bash League

The 24-year-old all-rounder will be available for the Scorchers’ first eight matches of WBBL 12, which begins on Oct 29.

Published 03 Oct, 2026 08:14pm

UAE investigators say flydubai co-pilot was planning 'terrorist act'

UAE attorney general says co-pilot attacked the captain with the emergency axe; UAE's Sheikh Hamdan visits Indian pilot; Netanyahu invites him to Israel.

Updated 03 Oct, 2026 11:20pm

Pakistan summons Indian envoy over killing of 2 civilians by border troops

FO says the incident constitutes a serious violation of fundamental human rights and raises concerns over the protection of civilian life under international law.

Updated 03 Oct, 2026 10:57pm

Manchester City Facing Punishment Over Premier League Charges

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Lahore magistrate sends female suspect to jail on judicial remand in Azeri woman's rape case

‘PUBG-linked’ bank robber arrested from home in Lahore

56 Pakistani varsities feature in THE World University Rankings

Govts should be allowed to complete their terms: CM Maryam

Terrorists attack two check posts with drones in Dera Ghazi Khan

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Putting better health in more hands: Reckitt Pakistan unveils Saaf Sehatmand Pakistan in partnership with Aga Khan Foundation

Powered by Dettol and Harpic, the flagship platform begins in schools to provide safe drinking water, rehabilitated toilets, handwashing facilities and hygiene education.

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The milestone highlighted the structural evolution of the company's local procurement model.

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Lahore magistrate sends female suspect to jail on judicial remand in Azeri woman's rape case

‘PUBG-linked’ bank robber arrested from home in Lahore

56 Pakistani varsities feature in THE World University Rankings

Govts should be allowed to complete their terms: CM Maryam

Terrorists attack two check posts with drones in Dera Ghazi Khan

Pakistani national charged with defrauding US Postal Service of $126m

Counterfeit postage labels allowed customers to ship packages at rates "far below legitimate USPS prices", US Attorney's Office says.

Press Release , Published 02 Oct, 2026 10:28pm

Pakistani national charged with defrauding US Postal Service of $126m

‘Why the need for all this drama’: DG ISPR lampoons India's 'neutralised Pakistani terrorist' claims, presents him before media

DG ISPR refutes India's claim that a Pakistan Army trooper was killed in occupied Kashmir "encounter"; warns of "very harsh retribution" if New Delhi attempts to ignite conflict.

Pakistan , Updated 01 Oct, 2026 10:00pm

‘Why the need for all this drama’: DG ISPR lampoons India's 'neutralised Pakistani terrorist' claims, presents him before media

PM Shehbaz urges shift from economic stabilisation to growth, job creation and export promotion

PM Shehbaz says reforms and macroeconomic stability are the result of political and military leadership working in harmony.

Pakistan , Published 01 Oct, 2026 04:41pm

PM Shehbaz urges shift from economic stabilisation to growth, job creation and export promotion

Fighting Pakistan go down to Vietnam in final ASEAN Cup match

Pakistan needed a victory against Vietnam to have any chance of reaching the bronze-medal match.

Sport , Published 02 Oct, 2026 05:26pm

Fighting Pakistan go down to Vietnam in final ASEAN Cup match

Hasan Nawaz's fighting 96 against India in vain as Pakistan settle for Asian Games cricket silver

Hasan struck five fours and seven sixes in his 51-ball innings before being caught behind off Shivam Dube from the final ball of the match.

Sport , Updated 03 Oct, 2026 08:12pm

Hasan Nawaz's fighting 96 against India in vain as Pakistan settle for Asian Games cricket silver

Govt raises petrol price by Rs3.26 per litre, reduces high-speed diesel rate by Rs1.01 per litre

Following the revision, petrol will retail at Rs390.66 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs399.34 per litre.

Business , Published 01 Oct, 2026 10:51pm

Govt raises petrol price by Rs3.26 per litre, reduces high-speed diesel rate by Rs1.01 per litre

PM Shehbaz met Trump at reception banquet on UNGA sidelines

Photographs released by White House and shared by PID show the prime minister and US president smiling and shaking hands.

World , Updated 02 Oct, 2026 12:31am

PM Shehbaz met Trump at reception banquet on UNGA sidelines

Risks ahead

To think that the government would rather push out an elected government than grant a single prisoner some facilities does not square up rationally.

Newspaper , Updated 02 Oct, 2026 08:57am

Some institutions have become hurdles to performance: Naqvi

Revives earlier call for "system reset", seeks support from business community.

Pakistan , Updated 03 Oct, 2026 07:11am

Some institutions have become hurdles to performance: Naqvi

'Grave provocation': Pakistan condemns Houthi attack on power facility in Madina

“Pakistan stands firmly with Saudi Arabia in its efforts to safeguard the Two Holy Mosques, protect its people and ensure the safety of pilgrims,” FO says.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Oct, 2026 10:40am

'Grave provocation': Pakistan condemns Houthi attack on power facility in Madina

Cristiano Ronaldo leaves Portugal training camp after coach says he is dropped

Portugal coach had said that Ronaldo would not start Thursday’s Nations League clash away to Denmark.

Sport , Published 01 Oct, 2026 03:44am

Cristiano Ronaldo leaves Portugal training camp after coach says he is dropped

Capt Safdar moves Judicial Commission of Pakistan over Bhoon’s law degree

Cmplaint alleges that the law degree on the basis of which Bhoon entered the legal profession “may not be genuine and may be fake".

Pakistan , Updated 02 Oct, 2026 08:29am

Capt Safdar moves Judicial Commission of Pakistan over Bhoon’s law degree

PTI to begin march from south KP tomorrow

Shaukat Yousafzai says CM Afridi will lead procession; says success of govt-opposition talks depends on government’s attitude.

Pakistan , Updated 03 Oct, 2026 07:16am

PTI to begin march from south KP tomorrow

Capital Development Authority plans to launch major commercial area on G.T. Road

Sources say that under the direction of the CDA Chairman Sohail Ashraf, CDA teams are working on the project.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Oct, 2026 09:45am

Capital Development Authority plans to launch major commercial area on G.T. Road

Govt raises petrol price by Rs2.10 per litre, high-speed diesel by Re0.30 per litre

Following the revision, petrol will retail at Rs392.76 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs399.64 per litre.

Business , Published 02 Oct, 2026 11:11pm

Govt raises petrol price by Rs2.10 per litre, high-speed diesel by Re0.30 per litre

‘China model’ fallacies

The Chinese state mainly acts as a facilitator for development in any way it can. In Pakistan, it’s the opposite.

Newspaper , Updated 02 Oct, 2026 09:21am

Saudi-led coalition says Houthis attacked power station in Madina

Houthi military source denies accusation.

World , Published 01 Oct, 2026 11:20pm

Saudi-led coalition says Houthis attacked power station in Madina

First round of talks between govt, opposition end as PTI’s Oct 4 protest looms over Islamabad

Both sides agree to continue talks on Saturday; Bilawal "pleased" at govt's decision to engage with opposition.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Oct, 2026 08:22pm

First round of talks between govt, opposition end as PTI’s Oct 4 protest looms over Islamabad

Army's top brass warns of 'decisive force' against any 'May 9-like situation'

Corps Commanders' Conference reaffirms Pakistan's right to self-defence; notes need for “targeted action” against terrorism emanating from Afghanistan.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Oct, 2026 08:56pm

Army's top brass warns of 'decisive force' against any 'May 9-like situation'

Islamabad hints at cautious shift on US sanctions against Iran

FO reiterates commitment to strategic ties with Washington, rules-based international system.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Oct, 2026 07:22am

UAE investigators say flydubai co-pilot was planning 'terrorist act'

UAE attorney general says co-pilot attacked the captain with the emergency axe; UAE's Sheikh Hamdan visits Indian pilot; Netanyahu invites him to Israel.

World , Updated 03 Oct, 2026 11:20pm

2 civilians martyred in firing by Indian forces near Kasur border: state media

According to security sources, another civilian has been injured; none of them had attempted to cross the border.

Pakistan , Published 02 Oct, 2026 07:45pm

2 civilians martyred in firing by Indian forces near Kasur border: state media

Exit from Iraq

AMERICAN and British troops have once again shipped out of Iraq. On Wednesday, the foreign forces left the Arab...

Newspaper , Published 02 Oct, 2026 07:15am

Lahore ranked as the most polluted city in the world, again

Followed closely by Dhaka; CM Maryam says government making efforts to address environmental issues.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Oct, 2026 02:57pm

Lahore ranked as the most polluted city in the world, again

New islands appear after Indonesia's Anak Krakatau volcano erupts

The islands were spotted in satellite images of the water-filled caldera in which Anak Krakatau stands.

World , Published 02 Oct, 2026 01:03pm

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Talks, at last

The government’s constant threats to suspend KP’s elected dispensation over a political protest have escalated hostilities considerably. In that context, both sides did well to start talking.