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Trump’s threat to strike Iran raises public concerns, congressional questions

Further attacks could increase pressure on Iran but might prolong the conflict without securing a political settlement.

Published 24 Oct, 2026 11:06am

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Iran says US military not allowed to enter Gulf 'under any circumstances'

Saudi-led coalition intercepts ballistic missile launched towards Riyadh.

Updated 24 Oct, 2026 11:10am

Pakistan denounces ‘heinous’ church attack in Jordan, reiterates condemnation of terrorism

Gunmen killed at least seven people and wounded dozens at a church in southern Jordan on Friday.

Published 24 Oct, 2026 10:57am

Israel launches major West Bank operation after soldiers killed

The Israeli military would apply a model used in northern West Bank refugee camps, where a January 2025 operation forcibly displaced thousands, according to the UN.

Published 24 Oct, 2026 10:33am

Haris Rauf calls for middle-over breakthroughs as ODI scores soar

In the span of the last three years, which included Pakistan’s dismal 2023 World Cup campaign in India, the national side’s bowlers have struggled to strike as often as they would have liked in the middle overs.

Published 24 Oct, 2026 12:00pm

France to deploy 70,000 police for fresh weekend protests

About 20 percent more members of the security forces will be deployed this weekend following questions over police preparedness and intelligence gathering ahead of last week's violence.

Published 24 Oct, 2026 09:33am

Fire breaks out at Hitler's mountain retreat, suspect detained: police

Around 200 firefighters were deployed to tackle the blaze at the Nazi dictator's remote Kehlsteinhaus residence, on the peak of Obersalzberg in southern Germany.

Published 24 Oct, 2026 10:19am

Fuel dealers urge consumers to avoid ‘panic buying’

PPDA chairman says pricing remains an issue; JI demands meeting with PM "this week" to resolve levy issue.

Updated 24 Oct, 2026 06:57am

Man held for torturing female scooty rider in Lahore

The footage showed the suspect overtook the scooty rider on the busy road, placed his bike in front of her two wheeler and subjected her to brutal torture in the presence of several passersby.

Updated 24 Oct, 2026 09:12am

Govt raises high-speed diesel rate by Rs1.91 per litre; petrol price unchanged at Rs377.71

Following the revision, HSD will cost Rs393.66 per litre.

Published 23 Oct, 2026 11:32pm

Pakistan Cricket: Is Arafat Minhas the Future of the ODI Team?

COP31 in Antalya: Will the World Finally Address Air Pollution?

Can Pakistani Women Still Get Justice for Workplace Harassment?

Can AI Change How Pakistanis Invest?

Inside Pakistan’s Pizza Industry

El Niño & Pakistan’s Smog: What’s the Real Connection?

Babar Azam at 32: Is He One of Pakistan’s Greatest Ever?

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Man held for torturing female scooty rider in Lahore

Naqvi highlights staff shortage at NCCIA

‘Illegal appointment and promotion’: PU suspends two senior faculty members on Punjab Assembly body’s direction

Lahore Cantt railway station gets new computerised signalling system

Lahore DC gives formal go-ahead for 3-day Basant festivities in March 2027, outlines conditions and restrictions

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Nishat Group and LUXEED sign strategic MoU to bring Premium New Energy Vehicles to Pakistan

Pakistan’s diversified business group joins hands with LUXEED, with the backing of Chery Group, to build a premium new energy ecosystem for Pakistani customers

A deeper connection to Madinah: Knowledge economic city makes its Pakistan debut at the Saudi-Pakistan Real Estate Expo

KEC will present its full masterplan and Al Alyaa residential community, introducing a connected lifestyle destination in a city cherished by generations of Pakistani families.

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Metros

Man held for torturing female scooty rider in Lahore

Naqvi highlights staff shortage at NCCIA

‘Illegal appointment and promotion’: PU suspends two senior faculty members on Punjab Assembly body’s direction

Lahore Cantt railway station gets new computerised signalling system

Lahore DC gives formal go-ahead for 3-day Basant festivities in March 2027, outlines conditions and restrictions

Maldives president, CDF Munir stress importance of strengthening defence cooperation

20 MoUs signed; PM Shehbaz vows to strengthen Maldives ties for "all time to come".

Pakistan , Updated 22 Oct, 2026 08:42am

Maldives president, CDF Munir stress importance of strengthening defence cooperation

Pakistan, Qatar, Turkiye and Indonesia sign 'Badr' defence cooperation pact

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, who was present at the signing, says "memorandum reflects Islamabad’s shared commitment to contributing to regional peace and stability".

Pakistan , Updated 22 Oct, 2026 07:18am

Pakistan, Qatar, Turkiye and Indonesia sign 'Badr' defence cooperation pact

Profit rates on National Savings schemes increased from Oct 21

The profit rates on Behbood Savings Certificates, Pensioners’ Benefit Accounts and Shuhada Family Welfare Accounts have been raised to 12.96pc from 12.72pc.

Business , Published 21 Oct, 2026 11:22am

Profit rates on National Savings schemes increased from Oct 21

Makkah pact clarity

Fresh aggression can kick off a firestorm that will be in no one’s control, hence it is best to abandon such reckless plans.

Newspaper , Updated 22 Oct, 2026 08:48am

CDF Munir-Pezeshkian meeting raises peace hopes

Tehran says acceptance of its 7-point proposal can be starting point for renewed talks with US.

World , Published 21 Oct, 2026 07:01am

CDF Munir-Pezeshkian meeting raises peace hopes

Draft auto policy revs up hopes for cheaper vehicles

PHEVs may see price reductions of over 20pc under proposed tax changes; petrol, hybrid vehicles may become around 8-10pc.

Business , Published 22 Oct, 2026 05:41am

Draft auto policy revs up hopes for cheaper vehicles

‘Hit them hard’: CDF Munir vows to continue campaign against Indian-sponsored terrorist outfits

In visit to the Peshawar Corps Headquarters, CDF briefed on security situation in KP, ongoing counterterrorism operations and border management measures.

Pakistan , Updated 23 Oct, 2026 01:42pm

‘Hit them hard’: CDF Munir vows to continue campaign against Indian-sponsored terrorist outfits

PTI leadership ‘turns on itself’ after protest debacle

Raja "rebukes" move by KP lawmakers to nominate Gandapur as interim KP president.

Pakistan , Updated 22 Oct, 2026 07:34am

PTI leadership ‘turns on itself’ after protest debacle

Punjab MPA Hina Parvez Butt defends deleted X post on alleged CCD encounter amid criticism

Says the post was meant to express the “feelings of an ordinary citizen”; she did not "blame" the Punjab chief minister or talk about any institution.

Pakistan , Updated 22 Oct, 2026 08:45pm

Punjab MPA Hina Parvez Butt defends deleted X post on alleged CCD encounter amid criticism

IMF says Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan GDP to contract 1.3pc in 2026

Forecasts a sharp drop in economic output, followed by a rebound to 6.6pc growth next year.

Business , Updated 22 Oct, 2026 06:07pm

IMF says Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan GDP to contract 1.3pc in 2026

Karachi judicial magistrate rejects bail plea of anchorperson Iqrarul Hassan

Hassan was arrested last week for allegedly disseminating anti-state, false and defamatory content through his official social media accounts.

Pakistan , Published 22 Oct, 2026 02:20pm

Karachi judicial magistrate rejects bail plea of anchorperson Iqrarul Hassan

PM vows to bring back progress to KP, assails PTI's 'callousness' during its tenures

PM Shehbaz chairs apex committee meeting in Peshawar, with CDF Munir, Kundi, federal ministers in attendance; Centre vows Rs160bn uplift funds, full support for counterterror fight.

Pakistan , Updated 22 Oct, 2026 10:07pm

PM vows to bring back progress to KP, assails PTI's 'callousness' during its tenures

‘Letting roots of Pak-India conflict fester invites more danger’

Ex-CJCSC warns against ignoring Kashmir dispute, Indus treaty suspension.

Newspaper , Updated 22 Oct, 2026 07:45am

‘Letting roots of Pak-India conflict fester invites more danger’

Govt reduces petrol price by Rs1.60 per litre, raises high-speed diesel rate by Rs1.64

Following the revision, petrol will retail at Rs377.71 per litre while HSD will cost Rs391.75 per litre.

Business , Published 22 Oct, 2026 10:49pm

Govt reduces petrol price by Rs1.60 per litre, raises high-speed diesel rate by Rs1.64

Peshawar High Court bars arrest of KP Assembly deputy speaker

Court also allows Suriya Bibi to retain official residence, suspends order to vacate it.

Pakistan , Updated 23 Oct, 2026 07:27am

Peshawar High Court bars arrest of KP Assembly deputy speaker

PHC orders provisional de-sealing of KP Assembly deputy speaker's official residence

Restrains law enforcement agencies from arresting Suriya Bibi till further orders.

Pakistan , Published 21 Oct, 2026 08:17pm

PHC orders provisional de-sealing of KP Assembly deputy speaker's official residence

Nuclear uncertainty

With matters frozen in the political and diplomatic spheres, it will take military-to-military engagement to prevent miscalculation in the strategic sphere.

Newspaper , Updated 23 Oct, 2026 08:27am