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China draws ‘red lines’ as Trump claims Xi’s support on Iran

• Chinese president tells Trump mishandling of Taiwan could spark conflict • Calls it ‘most important issue’ in China-US relations

Published 15 May, 2026 07:02am

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PPP ‘unaware’ of govt plans for fresh legislation

ISLAMABAD: Amid reports that the government is planning to introduce a fresh constitutional amendment, PPP leader...

Published 15 May, 2026 07:02am

FO waiting to see how India reacts to ‘pro-dialogue chorus’

• RSS leader, ex-army chief’s remarks termed ‘positive’; spokesperson parries queries about ‘backchannel talks’ • Says Somali

Published 15 May, 2026 07:02am

Imran’s sister challenges his ‘solitary confinement’

ISLAMABAD: Aleema Khan, sister of PTI founder Imran Khan, filed a writ petition in the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on...

Published 15 May, 2026 07:02am

Brics overshadowed by Iran-UAE spat

• Tehran presses bloc to condemn ‘illegal expansionism’ by US, Israel • Row comes after Israel-UAE claims over Netanyahu’s wartime

Published 15 May, 2026 07:02am

PM pledges economic stability despite war shocks

• Urges national efforts to shore up economy • Cabinet body formed to look into wheat trade issues; accountability

Published 15 May, 2026 07:02am

Trade & war loom over superpower summit

• Trump lands in Beijing to warm welcome, will meet Chinese counterpart today • Iran war, tensions over tariffs, minerals and

Published 14 May, 2026 07:11am

IMF funds arrive as govt opens pre-budget talks

Both sides exchanges views on maintaining reform momentum, preserving macroeconomic stability and advancing structural reforms to promote investment, productivity and export-led growth. write it correltyin presne ttensse

Updated 14 May, 2026 07:54am

Major among five troops martyred in Barkhan

QUETTA: Five security personnel, including an army major, embraced martyrdom in an exchange of fire with terrorists...

Published 14 May, 2026 07:11am

IHC rules against top bureaucrats’ supersession

ISLAMABAD: The Islam­abad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday set aside the supersession and deferment of dozens of top...

Published 14 May, 2026 07:11am

Centre, KP on ‘same page’ on terrorism: Asif

• Accuses Afghan Taliban of acting as ‘proxy of Hindutva’ and India • Warns Kabul of response similar to actions against Delhi

Published 14 May, 2026 07:11am

FO gives CBS reality check on ‘parked Iran jets’ claim

ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office on Tuesday rejected as “misleading and sensationalised” a report by an American...

Published 13 May, 2026 05:42am

Iran war costs soar past $29bn as truce teeters

Before taking off on long-awaited China trip, Trump vows to "win peacefully or otherwise"; Tehran expands Hormuz control as EU mulls post-war naval mission.

Updated 13 May, 2026 07:29am

Med students going abroad advised to register with PMDC

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) on Tuesday announced that students intending to pursue...

Published 13 May, 2026 05:42am

Two policemen among nine slain in Lakki Marwat blast

At least 33 injured as explosives planted in a rickshaw rip through busy marketplace

Published 13 May, 2026 05:42am

Fuel levy yields lowest fiscal deficit in nearly three decades

Gap shrinks to Rs856bn, or 0.7pc of GDP, during July-March; provincial surpluses, higher PDL collections, lower debt servicing drive improvement.

Updated 13 May, 2026 07:10am

PM orders uninterrupted supply of fertiliser to safeguard food security

Asks ministries to explore alternative fertiliser imports from Central Asia; says waste-to-energy projects can reduce fuel imports, carbon footprint.

Updated 13 May, 2026 07:18am

Pakistan pushes diplomatic track as US, Iran hit ‘stall’-mate

Trump says ceasefire is on "life support" and hints at restarting Hormuz operation; Iranian foreign ministry says many concerned states have reached out and says Islamabad still "official mediator".

Updated 12 May, 2026 07:31am

Shepherd lays down his life ‘averting suicide attack’

JAND (Attock): In a remarkable act of courage, a shepherd laid down his life while averting a suicide attack on the...

Updated 12 May, 2026 11:52am

PM extends conservation, austerity steps till June 13

National Assembly officials say that once budget debate begins, no further legislation can be introduced until the process has ended.

Updated 12 May, 2026 07:58am

Peshawar court acquits 74 PTI activists in May 2023 violence case

The prosecution's entire case rests upon bald and unsubstantiated allegations, judge rules.

Updated 12 May, 2026 10:41am

Govt dusts off oil refining policy as Hormuz disruptions bite

Petroleum minister says removing bottlenecks crucial to implementing long-delayed policy; terms local refineries "critical national assets".

Updated 12 May, 2026 07:16am

NA unanimously lauds ‘befitting response’ to India

Lower house pays tribute to armed forces for defeating ‘numerically superior enemy’ in May 2025 conflict

Published 12 May, 2026 06:34am

‘Marka-i-Haq to shine through history’

• ‘Youm-i-Bunyanum Marsoos’ to be celebrated every year • PM Shehbaz flays India over failure to provide evidence linking Pakistan

Published 11 May, 2026 07:30am

Iran keeps US waiting for a response

Iranian side questions seriousness of American diplomacy amid naval flare-ups; CIA report claims Tehran can withstand blockade for months.

Updated 10 May, 2026 07:24am

Cotton stocks at ‘lowest ebb’ ahead of ginning season

It is perhaps the first time in the country’s history that cotton inventories have dropped to such critically low levels ahead of the new crop season.

Published 11 May, 2026 07:30am

Trump rejects ‘unacceptable’ Iranian terms for ending war

Iran conveyed response via Pakistani mediators; Officials say Tehran wants to focus on ending hostilities, leaving "contentious" matters for later.

Updated 11 May, 2026 10:24am

Suicide attack on Bannu police post claims 15 lives

• Three cops injured; terrorists attack checkpoint with explosives-laden vehicle, heavy arms, drones • PM, president vow to...

Published 11 May, 2026 07:30am

Analysis: No war, but no peace either

Pakistan-India ties still trapped by Delhi’s intransigence, US failure to create political process after ceasefire.

Updated 10 May, 2026 06:44pm

‘Marka-i-Haq’ anniversary to be marked with aplomb

RAWALPINDI: Pak­is­tan’s military leadership will convene at General Headquarters (GHQ) on Sunday morning to ...

Published 10 May, 2026 07:01am

Budget may include income tax relief amid salary, pension freeze

Informed sources say Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has expressed a desire to lower tax rates and, if possible, raise the taxable income threshold for the salaried class.

Published 11 May, 2026 07:18am

JCP likely to finalise panel to interview candidates

Proposals expected to be placed before full commission at its next meeting, likely to be held next week.

Updated 10 May, 2026 07:38am

Better to err in acquittal than in conviction: Supreme Court

Court rules abscondence alone cannot be treated as proof of guilt; acquits murder convict after 20 years.

Updated 10 May, 2026 07:41am

US awaits Iran reply even as navies clash in Hormuz

Araghchi rues American "military adventures" whenever diplomatic solution is on the table.

Updated 09 May, 2026 07:11am

Fuel prices raised again by around Rs15

Petrol to be sold at Rs414.78 per litre, diesel rises to Rs414.78 per litre

Published 09 May, 2026 05:56am