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‘Have no illusions’: Kundi tells Afghan Taliban Pakistan will not tolerate attacks after Angoor Adda firing

Cross-border firing from the Afghan side killed one and left five of a family injured.

Published 28 Oct, 2026 11:16am

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Egypt, Saudi foreign ministers discuss containing regional crisis

Iran says Trump’s remarks on Islamabad MoU expose "hollowness"of US diplomacy.

Updated 28 Oct, 2026 11:36am

Lahore again ranks world’s most polluted major city as smog worsens

An EPA spokesperson said easterly winds were pushing polluted air from India into Lahore, worsening smog across central Punjab.

Published 28 Oct, 2026 11:53am

Netanyahu, rival Eisenkot both vow to form government after inconclusive Israeli election

The strongest gains came from Arab Israeli parties whose voters turned out in soaring numbers against Netanyahu.

Updated 28 Oct, 2026 10:46am

US costs of Iran war rise to over $47bn, according to Pentagon estimate

More than $6bn would be needed to replace military equipment and so-called “platform losses”.

Published 28 Oct, 2026 10:14am

Cyclone Arnab lashes India coast, no deaths reported

Around 50,000 people were told to move to safer areas in Andhra Pradesh and another 48,000 in neighbouring Odisha state.

Published 28 Oct, 2026 11:10am

Govt cuts petrol price by Rs3.19 per litre, ups high-speed diesel rate by Rs2.25

Following the revision, petrol will retail at Rs376.06 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs398.07 per litre.

Published 27 Oct, 2026 11:26pm

PTI parliamentary party meeting sees heated arguments, most lawmakers oppose further talks

Several members also express dissatisfaction with the party leadership’s handling of the prevailing challenges.

Published 28 Oct, 2026 08:33am

Judge recuses himself from bail plea of suspect in Azeri woman's rape case

Without naming anyone, Punjab CM said last week that in a recent rape case, a suspect’s wealthy family had allegedly offered money to the victim in exchange for withdrawing her allegations.

Updated 28 Oct, 2026 12:26pm

Lahore High Court rules against divorce-linked Quran oath

Says divorce clause renders special oath offer unlawful; sets aside order refusing withdrawal of special oath offer.

Updated 28 Oct, 2026 10:34am

Pakistan Is Attracting More Transshipment Cargo — Can It Last?

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?

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Lahore again ranks world’s most polluted major city as smog worsens

CM Maryam concerned at grant of bail to offender in girl’s torture case

Judge recuses himself from bail plea of suspect in Azeri woman's rape case

Online bike rider held for harassing female passenger in Lahore

Lahore High Court rules against divorce-linked Quran oath

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From opening an account to sending money home, Mashreq Pakistan Account offers a seamless digital experience. No branch visits or paperwork, just everyday banking back home made easy.

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

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Metros

Lahore again ranks world’s most polluted major city as smog worsens

CM Maryam concerned at grant of bail to offender in girl’s torture case

Judge recuses himself from bail plea of suspect in Azeri woman's rape case

Online bike rider held for harassing female passenger in Lahore

Lahore High Court rules against divorce-linked Quran oath

Pezeshkian urges 'regional unity' in meeting with Makkah pact countries in Tehran

Iran's security chief notes "very positive atmosphere”; Tehran says countries agreed to continue talks after "first meeting".

World , Updated 27 Oct, 2026 12:17am

Pezeshkian urges 'regional unity' in meeting with Makkah pact countries in Tehran

Saim Ayub released from Pakistan tri-series squad to work on batting form, Sahibzada Farhan named replacement

The PCB said the decision was taken after Saim spoke to head coach Mike Hesson, with the team management and national selection committee agreeing to his request.

Sport , Published 26 Oct, 2026 11:38am

Saim Ayub released from Pakistan tri-series squad to work on batting form, Sahibzada Farhan named replacement

Former army chief Abdul Waheed Kakar passes away in Rawalpindi

CDF and all ranks of the Pakistan Army “express deep sorrow” over his demise, says ISPR; PM, president also express sorrow at the passing of the former army chief.

Pakistan , Updated 26 Oct, 2026 07:54pm

Former army chief Abdul Waheed Kakar passes away in Rawalpindi

Jhang DC removed over use of Pera vehicle for 'non-serious purposes' in jeep rally: CM Maryam

Chief minister terms such use of authority's resources a "serious breach of administrative discipline and a violation of established policy".

Pakistan , Published 25 Oct, 2026 07:42pm

Jhang DC removed over use of Pera vehicle for 'non-serious purposes' in jeep rally: CM Maryam

Remembering former army chief Gen Abdul Waheed Kakar

Gen Kakar assumed command of the army on Jan 12, 1993, following the sudden death of his predecessor, Asif Nawaz Janjua.

Pakistan , Published 26 Oct, 2026 07:29pm

Remembering former army chief Gen Abdul Waheed Kakar

Makkah pact allies move from defence to diplomacy

Pakistan’s army chief, Saudi defence minister, Turkish spymaster meet top Iranian officials; both sides agreeing to continue dialogue on regional peace and security.

Newspaper , Updated 27 Oct, 2026 07:51am

Makkah pact allies move from defence to diplomacy

Season of protests

Governments have been put on notice that misrule and ignoring public needs will have consequences.

Newspaper , Updated 26 Oct, 2026 09:11am

Microsoft offers voluntary exit packages to 60,000 staff

Around 27pc of Microsoft's workforce is eligible for the new buyout offer; Netflix to reportedly cut around 1,000 jobs.

Tech , Updated 26 Oct, 2026 11:24pm

Microsoft offers voluntary exit packages to 60,000 staff

Students across country to get 500,000 Chromebooks over 2 years, announces PM Shehbaz

Prime Minister's Youth Chromebook Scheme launched; premier notes seminary students also included, devices with MiFi internet connectivity will benefit families.

Pakistan , Updated 25 Oct, 2026 09:32pm

Students across country to get 500,000 Chromebooks over 2 years, announces PM Shehbaz

Wheat price dilemma

A price no buyer is obliged or financially equipped to pay is only a number. Growers seem to have grasped this before the government did.

Newspaper , Updated 26 Oct, 2026 08:56am

Pakistan’s food supply fails own dietary guidelines: FAO

Report identifies persistent shortages in several nutritious food groups, particularly vegetables, roots and tubers, fruits, and legumes and pulses.

Pakistan , Published 26 Oct, 2026 06:06am

Pakistan’s food supply fails own dietary guidelines: FAO

Pakistan’s global role

There are a series of judgement calls that observers make about the state’s position in the world order.

Newspaper , Updated 26 Oct, 2026 09:20am

Lucky Group, Qatar Energy consortium quits Port Qasim LNG terminal plan over 'policy changes'

Energas cites changes in Pakistan's energy policy and longstanding unresolved policy and fiscal matters with the govt as reasons for the decision.

Pakistan , Updated 26 Oct, 2026 07:53pm

Lucky Group, Qatar Energy consortium quits Port Qasim LNG terminal plan over 'policy changes'

AI agenda

How will Pakistan fund investment into AI?

Newspaper , Published 26 Oct, 2026 06:08am

Indian Punjab CM wants to attend Lahore moot

Bhagwant Mann says World Punjabi Conference organisers invited him; doubts BJP-led government will let him visit.

Newspaper , Updated 25 Oct, 2026 08:00am

Indian Punjab CM wants to attend Lahore moot

Bestway launches Geely Auto in Pakistan

Bestway Automotive, Geely’s sole authorised distributor, will handle sales and after-sales service.

Newspaper , Updated 25 Oct, 2026 09:12am

Regional trade deficit widens sharply

Gap with nine neighbours rises 26.6pc to $4.97bn in July-September.

Newspaper , Updated 27 Oct, 2026 07:36am

Govt moves to establish new ‘umbrella’ privatisation entity

Proposed legislation aims to merge Public-Private Partnership Authority and Privatisation Commission.

Newspaper , Published 26 Oct, 2026 06:05am

Govt moves to establish new ‘umbrella’ privatisation entity

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Newspaper , Published 26 Oct, 2026 06:08am

CDA, contractor settle rebate issue ahead of stadium groundbreaking

Civic agency secures a rebate of Rs400 million.

Newspaper , Published 26 Oct, 2026 06:07am

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Netanyahu denies reports of clash with Israeli army chief over Iran-linked operation ahead of election

Report by Israeli television channel cites military concerns that political leadership could exploit tensions with Iran for electoral gain before the Oct 27 parliamentary vote.

World , Updated 26 Oct, 2026 02:51pm

Netanyahu denies reports of clash with Israeli army chief over Iran-linked operation ahead of election

Shadab Khan's maiden ODI century steers Pakistan into tri-series final after thrilling chase against England

Fortune favours the brave, and on Sunday it favoured Shadab Khan just when he seemed to have been abandoned by it.

Sport , Updated 26 Oct, 2026 12:36pm

Shadab Khan's maiden ODI century steers Pakistan into tri-series final after thrilling chase against England

Senate blocks move to withdraw diplomatic passport privileges from state ministers, advisers

PPP stages walkout after exchange of hot words with PML-N senator over consumer protection bill; House removes loophole in plastic cover ban.

Pakistan , Updated 27 Oct, 2026 01:41am

Senate blocks move to withdraw diplomatic passport privileges from state ministers, advisers

LHC disposes of petition seeking release of Imran's sisters after govt extends detention

An assistant advocate general of Punjab submitted a report on behalf of the home secretary, stating that the detention period had been extended on Oct 7.

Pakistan , Updated 26 Oct, 2026 05:03pm

LHC disposes of petition seeking release of Imran's sisters after govt extends detention

Central bank raises policy rate by 50 basis points to 12pc

Says decision necessary to keep inflation expectations anchored, contain second-round effects of ongoing supply shock and bring inflation within the target range of 5-7pc.

Pakistan , Updated 26 Oct, 2026 05:20pm