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World urges de-escalation as Iran’s response to US-Israel strikes throws Middle East in chaos

UNSC convenes emergency meeting; person killed in UAE identified as Pakistani national; Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar intercept missiles; flights to region cancelled.

Updated 28 Feb, 2026 08:54pm

World holds breath as US, Israel strike Iran

Stance on Iran

‘Bombing a sovereign country is not preemptive’: Politicians, analysts react as US and Israel strike Iran

Pak vs SL T20 World Cup: Defiant Sri Lanka put paid to Pakistan’s semi-final hopes, almost clinch stunning victory

Pakistan lose a spot in the T20 World Cup semi-finals, and almost their final game, to a scrappy Sri Lanka side; knocks by openers Fakhar and Farhan stand out as only bright spots.

Updated 28 Feb, 2026 10:21pm

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Operation Ghazab lil-Haq: Info minister says 352 Afghan Taliban operatives killed, 130 checkposts destroyed

Says 26 checkposts have been captured; 171 tanks and armoured vehicles destroyed.

Updated 28 Feb, 2026 09:18pm

Pakistan regrets outbreak of hostilities in Middle East

Urges all sides to refrain from actions that may undermine the security and territorial integrity of other countries; PM Shehbaz speaks to Saudi crown prince, UAE president.

Updated 28 Feb, 2026 10:17pm

Police issue public safety advisory as Karachi placed on high alert amid Pak-Afghan tensions

"Karachi has been placed on high alert following increased military tensions between Pakistan and Afghan Taliban forces near the Pak-Afghan border," advisory says.

Published 28 Feb, 2026 09:52pm

Information ministry rubbishes claim about Pakistani jet being shot down in Afghanistan’s Nangarhar

"The claim was widely amplified by Indian media and Afghan propaganda outlets,” it says.

Published 28 Feb, 2026 06:14pm

PIA suspends operations to Gulf countries following strikes on Iran by Israel, US

Flights to UAE, Bahrain, Doha, and Kuwait suspended; flights to Saudi Arabia to continue but routes changed.

Published 28 Feb, 2026 05:06pm

UK man charged with criminal damage after pro-Palestinian graffiti on Churchill statue

The words “free Palestine” and “stop the genocide” were among the words sprayed on the statue.

Published 28 Feb, 2026 06:57pm

PTA urges citizens to avoid sharing ‘unverified, inflammatory’ information amid heightened geopolitical tensions

“In view of the prevailing sensitive national situation, PTA urges all citizens to be responsible while using social media and digital platforms,” PTA says.

Published 28 Feb, 2026 03:15pm

Trump directs US agencies to toss Anthropic’s AI as Pentagon calls startup a supply risk

CEO Sam Altman says the Pentagon shared its principles for human responsibility over weapon systems and for having no mass US surveillance.

Published 28 Feb, 2026 10:58am

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One man’s trash is another man’s treasure — Pakistani sculptor turns scrap into colossal metal artworks

Artist Ehtisham Jadoon's work primarily focuses on crafting giants, beasts and powerful forms, which he describes as a reflection of aggression.

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One man’s trash is another man’s treasure — Pakistani sculptor turns scrap into colossal metal artworks

United States, Israel commence strikes against Iran

Trump confirms "major combat operations" in Iran; Israel declares "state of emergency"; FO issues travel advisory for Pakistanis in Iran; Tel Aviv strikes Lebanon too.

, Updated 28 Feb, 2026 01:14pm

United States, Israel commence strikes against Iran

T20 World Cup: Ahmed, Jacks blast England to thrilling win over New Zealand, keeping Pakistan’s slender hopes alive

New Zealand have to wait on the outcome of Saturday’s clash between Sri Lanka and Pakistan in Kandy to know if they have qualified for the semis.

Sport , Published 27 Feb, 2026 10:44pm

T20 World Cup: Ahmed, Jacks blast England to thrilling win over New Zealand, keeping Pakistan’s slender hopes alive

Where do Pakistan, Afghanistan go from here

Kabul needs to address the question of armed groups operating from its soil; Islamabad must convert its battlefield advantage into diplomatic leverage.

Pakistan , Published 27 Feb, 2026 03:07pm

Where do Pakistan, Afghanistan go from here

A collective effort

CONSIDERING the relentless wave of terrorist attacks Pakistan has been facing over the past few weeks, the...

Newspaper , Updated 27 Feb, 2026 08:57am

Taliban now ‘amenable to talks’ as world urges de-escalation

Qatar, Saudi Arabia lead diplomatic scramble; Iran offers to facilitate talks.

Pakistan , Updated 28 Feb, 2026 07:39am

Taliban now ‘amenable to talks’ as world urges de-escalation

India thrash Zimbabwe in T20 World Cup; South Africa reserve spot in semi-finals

India posted a mammoth 256-4 and then restricted Zimbabwe to 184-6.

T20 Worldcup 2026 , Updated 27 Feb, 2026 03:40am

India thrash Zimbabwe in T20 World Cup; South Africa reserve spot in semi-finals

Forces repel ‘miscalculated’ attacks by Afghan Taliban

Govt claims "heavy losses inflicted" on Taliban units that attacked positions in Chitral, Khyber, Mohmand, Kurram and Bajaur.

Pakistan , Updated 27 Feb, 2026 09:54am

Forces repel ‘miscalculated’ attacks by Afghan Taliban

Fact check: Viral visuals of Pakistani F-16 jet allegedly shot down by Afghan forces are doctored

Multiple Indian and Afghan users on social media platform X shared visuals on February 27, claiming that Afghan forces shot down a Pakistani F-16 fighter jet.

Pakistan , Updated 27 Feb, 2026 05:23pm

Fact check: Viral visuals of Pakistani F-16 jet allegedly shot down by Afghan forces are doctored

Punjab CM launches e-taxi scheme, says initiative part of efforts for establishing ‘e-mobility ecosystem’

1,100 taxis to be provided at subsidised rates under the scheme; 30pc quota reserved for women.

Pakistan , Published 26 Feb, 2026 04:36pm

Punjab CM launches e-taxi scheme, says initiative part of efforts for establishing ‘e-mobility ecosystem’

‘Long live Pakistan’: Politicians united in response to unprovoked Afghan Taliban aggression

"Those who mistake our peace for weakness will face a strong response — and no one will be beyond reach," says President Zardari.

Pakistan , Updated 27 Feb, 2026 12:56pm

DG ISPR tells Afghan Taliban regime to choose between terrorist organisations and Pakistan

"Let it be known that our choice is absolutely clear; it will always be Pakistan over everything," he says.

Pakistan , Updated 27 Feb, 2026 09:06pm

DG ISPR tells Afghan Taliban regime to choose between terrorist organisations and Pakistan

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AS Pakistan contends with frequent acts of terrorism — many traced to the banned TTP based in Afghanistan — it ...

Newspaper , Updated 20 Feb, 2026 08:54am

Tax authorities can raid without notice, FCC rules

Judgement observes Section 175 can be invoked for enforcement of any provision of tax ordinance.

Pakistan , Published 27 Feb, 2026 07:29am

Tax authorities can raid without notice, FCC rules

PM Shehbaz visits GHQ, given detailed briefing on situation between Pakistan and Afghanistan

“The actions of the Afghan Taliban regime and Fitna al khwarij against Pakistan are unacceptable,” he says.

Pakistan , Published 27 Feb, 2026 05:53pm

PM Shehbaz visits GHQ, given detailed briefing on situation between Pakistan and Afghanistan

Fighting along Angoor Adda, Landi Kotal border areas stops; armed forces capture several Afghan checkposts

Afghan Charlie Post and Afghan Babri Post in the Angoor Adda sector were completely destroyed during the fighting, security sources say.

Pakistan , Updated 27 Feb, 2026 01:09pm

Fighting along Angoor Adda, Landi Kotal border areas stops; armed forces capture several Afghan checkposts

E-visas introduced for Pakistanis travelling to UK

Applicants can now hold on to their passports after providing their biometrics.

Pakistan , Published 25 Feb, 2026 05:40pm

E-visas introduced for Pakistanis travelling to UK

Calls for heads to roll after feeble Sri Lanka T20 World Cup exit

“Most teams have moved on with the times playing T20 cricket, but we have stagnated and made little progress," former captain Marvan Atapattu says.

Sport , Published 26 Feb, 2026 08:47pm

Calls for heads to roll after feeble Sri Lanka T20 World Cup exit

44 Afghan Taliban operatives killed, 2 Pakistan security personnel martyred during ongoing border clashes: Attaullah Tarar

"Taliban regime forces are being delivered punishment in Chitral, Khyber, Mohmand, Kurram and Bajaur sectors”, says information ministry.

World , Updated 27 Feb, 2026 01:25am

44 Afghan Taliban operatives killed, 2 Pakistan security personnel martyred during ongoing border clashes: Attaullah Tarar

Afghan hostilities

The need is for an immediate ceasefire and substantive negotiations, with the onus on the Taliban to rein in cross-border attacks.

Newspaper , Updated 28 Feb, 2026 09:23am

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Much of our religious discourse has been outsourced to translations.

Newspaper , Published 27 Feb, 2026 08:16am

Islamabad High Court forges ahead with plea to ban Imran’s X account

Sessions court grants pre-arrest bail to PTI founder in six cases and to Bushra Bibi in one case.

Pakistan , Updated 25 Feb, 2026 08:21am

Islamabad High Court forges ahead with plea to ban Imran’s X account

T20 World Cup: India aim for ‘fearless cricket’ ahead of West Indies showdown

India batter Tilak Varma remains cautious of his team’s plans against the West Indies.

Sport , Published 27 Feb, 2026 07:38pm

T20 World Cup: India aim for ‘fearless cricket’ ahead of West Indies showdown

Airport mess

THE chaos at the country’s major airports seems to be subsiding, with some order gradually restored after the...

Newspaper , Published 26 Feb, 2026 07:32am

Govt amends identity card rules, introduces QR codes as legal security and verification feature

Under the changes, the suspension of CNIC’s will put on hold all linked services.

Pakistan , Published 24 Feb, 2026 08:44pm

Govt amends identity card rules, introduces QR codes as legal security and verification feature

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