This week in Pakistan
Pakistan's diplomatic efforts were prominent this week, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressing hope for "Islamabad Talks 2.0" and the Chief of Defence Forces reporting "encouraging progress" in mediating between the US and Iran. Domestically, security concerns persisted following a train blast in Quetta and operations against terrorists in North Waziristan, alongside government plans for a new security force for water projects. The Pakistan Stock Exchange saw a significant surge, fueled by hopes of a US-Iran deal and falling oil prices, while the PTI party denounced alleged crackdowns on nationwide protests.
About Pakistan
Pakistan, a South Asian nation, boasts a diverse geography ranging from the towering peaks of the Himalayas and Karakoram to vast deserts, alongside a rich cultural heritage evident in its Mughal architecture and ancient civilizations. While its media landscape is vibrant, it operates under significant influence from the military and intelligence establishment, leading to censorship and threats for journalists, particularly concerning security-related topics. This dynamic shapes the country's news coverage, often requiring careful navigation of information.
Visiting Pakistan
Media landscape
Pakistan's media environment is dynamic but classified as authoritarian, with the military and intelligence agencies exercising significant influence. Journalists frequently face threats and censorship, especially when reporting on security issues.
When consuming news from Pakistan, be aware that coverage, particularly on sensitive topics, may be influenced by state actors; consulting both Urdu and English-language outlets can offer varied perspectives.
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Federal govt extends closing times for markets, restaurants under austerity measures
- Pakistan's federal government has extended market and restaurant operating hours as part of austerity measures. - The decision aims to manage the economic impact of the Middle East war and a global …
Bangladesh Elected UN General Assembly President in Close Vote
- Bangladesh's Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman was elected president of the UN General Assembly for the 81st session. - Rahman secured 99 votes, defeating Cyprus's candidate Andreas S. Kakouris who r…
PTI leaders expelled from Gilgit-Baltistan, decry ‘lack of level playing field’
- Four PTI leaders were expelled from Gilgit-Baltistan, and local leaders were detained ahead of Sunday's general elections. - PTI claims they were prevented from campaigning and campaigning was restr…
Security forces kill 17 terrorists in Balochistan after Quetta train bombing
- Security forces killed 17 terrorists in Balochistan during intelligence-based operations following a train bombing. - The operations targeted terrorist locations in Mastung, Nushki, Khuzdar, and Kec…
Pakistan, 7 Muslim nations condemn Israeli incursions into Al-Aqsa Mosque
- Pakistan and seven other Muslim nations condemned Israeli incursions into Al-Aqsa Mosque, demanding an immediate halt. - The joint statement criticized the actions as violations of international law…
Iran willing to negotiate aspects of nuclear program, US says
- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated Iran has agreed to limited negotiations on its nuclear program. - Iran has shown interest in discussing previously off-limits aspects of its nuclear activiti…
Imran’s sister says only acceptable ‘deal’ is restoration of judiciary, free and fair elections
- Aleema Khan, sister of former PM Imran Khan, stated that restoring the judiciary and holding fair elections are the only acceptable outcomes. - She spoke to media outside Adiala Jail after being den…
WHO drastically cuts suspected Ebola cases in central Africa
- The World Health Organization (WHO) significantly reduced its estimate of suspected Ebola cases in central Africa. - Suspected cases dropped from over 900 to 116, with 330 cases now confirmed. - The…
Security Forces Thwart Suicide Attack on Military Post in North Waziristan
- Security forces in North Waziristan, Pakistan, thwarted a suicide attack by the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Terrorists attempted to use an explosives-laden vehicle, but security forces …
Pakistan Approves Nationwide Track and Trace System to Combat Fake Medicines
- Pakistan's federal cabinet has approved a nationwide Track and Trace system for pharmaceutical products to combat counterfeit medicines. - The system will enable digital tracking and verification of…
Nawaz arrives in GB to meet PML-N ticket holders ahead of elections
- Former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif visited Gilgit-Baltistan to engage with PML-N ticket holders ahead of the June 7 elections. - The elections were delayed by four months due to harsh winter conditi…
India, US Close to Signing First Phase of Trade Deal
- India and the United States are nearing the finalization of the first phase of a trade deal, with approximately 99% of issues settled. - A US delegation is in New Delhi for three days of talks to co…
Russian drones, missiles strike Ukraine in major attack; 10 dead, dozens wounded
- Russian drones and missiles struck Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv and Dnipro, early Tuesday. - At least 10 people were killed and about 100 wounded in the attacks. - Authorities stated the strikes…
Trump loses his temper with Netanyahu in expletive-laden call on Israel's escalation in Lebanon: report
- Donald Trump reportedly had an expletive-laden phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding escalation in Lebanon. - Trump allegedly called Netanyahu "crazy" and accused him o…
Woman gave birth in Karachi JPMC washroom, inquiry report confirms
- An inquiry committee confirmed that a pregnant woman gave birth in a Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC) washroom due to negligence by hospital staff. - The committee found that the woman was …
No relief in sight as power outages continue to disrupt Karachi’s water supply for third straight day
- Karachi is facing a severe water shortage for the third consecutive day due to power outages disrupting key pumping stations. - A fault in K-Electric's main cable at the Hub Pumping Station suspende…
'The bridge between confrontation and peace': Pakistan calls for stronger mediation efforts to prevent conflicts
- Pakistan urged restraint and diplomacy to resolve the Middle East crisis, emphasizing mediation as the only sustainable path. - Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad highlighted Pakistan's efforts to facil…
Mixed messaging
- Recent U.S. strikes on Iranian targets have increased uncertainty in the Middle East. - Washington states the attacks were defensive responses to Iranian actions. - The article questions the U.S. st…
Back to the people: Pakistan's politics resurfaces amid economic woes and upcoming polls
- Pakistani politics is drawing attention as economic woes and upcoming elections in Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir highlight government challenges. - The elections in Gilgit-Baltistan are schedule…
Senate panel alarmed by widespread internet degradation, fuel theft at telecom sites
- Pakistan's Senate subcommittee is concerned about widespread internet degradation and fuel theft from telecom sites. - Over 9,200 theft incidents have impacted 16% of the country's cellular infrastr…
Father can’t escape child support duties, LHC judge rules
- The Lahore High Court ruled a father cannot legally evade his ongoing obligation to support his minor child through private settlements. - Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani dismissed a father's petition,…
Pakistan's farmers fear budget as policy experiments harm sector
- Pakistani farmers face growing fears and fading hopes ahead of the next budget due to the government's inconsistent agricultural policies. - Deregulation of inputs has increased production costs, wh…
BUDGET 2026-27: IMF-mandated curbs squeeze development spending
- Pakistan's government unveiled a record Rs4.715 trillion development plan for 2026-27, with significant increases in provincial and state-owned entity allocations. - Federal Public Sector Developmen…
PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif to visit Gilgit-Baltistan ahead of June 7 polls
- PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif will visit Gilgit-Baltistan on Tuesday to meet party ticket holders ahead of the June 7 elections. - The PTI alleges systematic pre-poll rigging and state-backed repressio…
'In everybody’s interest': EU's top diplomat says bloc seeks stability in Middle East
- The EU seeks stability in the Middle East and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, which is crucial for global trade, according to top diplomat Kaja Kallas. - Kallas, visiting Pakistan for a strateg…
PM Shehbaz Sharif Assures Business Leaders of Budget Focus on Industrial Growth
- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif assured businessmen that the upcoming federal budget will prioritize industrial growth. - The government plans a Rs3.5 trillion development program with targets for eco…
ECP Demands Delimitation Documents in 3 Days, Cites Lapsed Deadline
- The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has ordered the interior ministry and Islamabad commissioner to provide pending delimitation documents within three days. - The ECP warned that a previous 1…
Generational Divide Emerges in Views on AI Romance, Survey Finds
- A survey across six major economies reveals a generational divide in attitudes toward AI romantic companionship. - Younger adults (18-24) are significantly more optimistic about AI improving human h…
Pakistan sets 4% growth target for next fiscal year; inflation at 8.2%
- Pakistan's Annual Plan Coordination Committee (APCC) has set a 4% economic growth target for the next fiscal year (FY2026-27). - The target is higher than the current year's projected 3.7% growth, w…
Malaysia bars under-16s from signing up for social media
- Malaysia has banned individuals under 16 from creating social media accounts to protect minors from online harm. - Social media platforms must now verify users' ages against government records, with…
IHC adjourns hearing on lawyers' sentence suspension pleas despite SC deadline
- The Islamabad High Court (IHC) adjourned a hearing on sentence suspension pleas for lawyers Imaan Mazari-Hazir and Hadi Ali Chattha, failing to meet a Supreme Court deadline. - The adjournment occur…
Petrol gets cheaper, why doesn’t life?
- Pakistan's government reduced petrol and diesel prices by Rs22 per liter, lowering petrol to approximately Rs381.78. - Despite the reduction, public reaction was skeptical, as other essential costs …
Punjab deploys 6,000 police to Gilgit-Baltistan amid rigging allegations
- Punjab is deploying 6,000 police personnel to Gilgit-Baltistan for election duty on June 7. - The move comes as the PTI alleges systematic pre-poll rigging by the federal government. - PTI claims th…
Sharjeel Memon Criticises Irsa's 'Unjust Reduction' of Sindh's Water Share, Urges Centre to Take Notice
- Sindh's Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon criticized the Indus River Systems Authority (Irsa) for unjustly reducing the province's water share. - Irsa stated it is adjusting excessive use and equa…
Pakistan: Minister confirms action over Lesco corruption complaint
- Pakistan's Power Minister Awais Leghari confirmed "strict action" against a Lesco line superintendent following a corruption complaint by Defence Minister Khawaja Asif. - Asif alleged Lesco employee…
MNA Ali Musa Gilani denies UAE deportation reports as 'fake news'
- MNA Ali Musa Gilani denied reports of his deportation from the UAE, calling them "fake news" and stating he traveled and returned on schedule. - He urged action against the user who spread the claim…
After the AI binge, companies balk at soaring bills
- Companies are beginning to re-evaluate their extensive use of artificial intelligence due to rapidly increasing costs. - Initially, AI companies offered low prices to attract users, a period describ…
Mayor Wahab says construction work near Karachi's Hill Park halted; MQM-P demands probe into 'NOC'
- Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab announced that construction near Hill Park has been halted. - The Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) has demanded an investigation into the issuance of a No-Object…
FIA offloaded nearly 39,800 passengers in 2025 to curb human smuggling, official says
- Pakistan's Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) prevented nearly 39,800 passengers from traveling in 2025 to combat human smuggling and irregular migration. - An official stated that passenger offload…
Trump claims Iran agreed to no nuclear weapons amid reports of 'tougher' terms
- U.S. President Donald Trump claims Iran has agreed not to develop nuclear weapons. - Reports suggest Trump sent a tougher peace proposal to Tehran, potentially extending negotiations. - Despite clai…
Pakistani Historians' Counter-Narratives Reshape National Identity
- Pakistani historians who challenged the state's post-1971 national narrative are now influencing the country's evolving identity. - These historians faced censorship and exile for their work, which …
Senate chairman Gilani voices concern over India’s actions on IWT
- Pakistan's Senate Chairman Yousaf Raza Gilani expressed concern over India's unilateral actions concerning the Indus Waters Treaty. - He warned that using water as a coercive tool threatens regional…
Turkiye links Israel’s inclusion in regional bloc to Palestinian statehood
- Turkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated Israel could join a regional bloc if it recognizes a Palestinian state based on 1967 borders. - He suggested the platform could include Pakistan, Turkiy…
Centre-JAAC talks end without success; June 9 strike to go ahead
- Talks between the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) and a federal ministerial team in Pakistan-administered Kashmir concluded without a resolution, leading the JAAC to proceed with i…
WHO chief visits epicentre of Ebola outbreak in DR Congo
- The head of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, visited the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to address the Ebola outbreak. - The outbreak has spread to three eastern DRC pr…
KP CM Afridi urges GB chief justice to ensure transparency amid 'alarming' electoral environment
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi urged the Gilgit-Baltistan chief justice to ensure electoral transparency. - Afridi cited an "alarming" deterioration in the electoral environment, wi…
Suspected robber dies by suicide to avoid arrest in Karachi: police
- A suspected robber died by suicide early Saturday morning in Karachi to avoid arrest. - The suspect entered a travel agency office with the intent to rob and shot himself when police arrived. - Poli…
US, South Korea in talks over commander's remarks that drew sharp criticism from China
- South Korea and the United States are discussing remarks made by the commander of US Forces Korea (USFK), which China criticized as hostile. - Commander Xavier Brunson described South Korea as a "da…
Some Respite for Citizens as Heavy Rain Lashes Parts of Lahore
- Heavy rainfall has hit several parts of Lahore, Pakistan, with Nishtar Town recording the highest precipitation. - Authorities are working to drain rainwater from low-lying areas and major roads to …
Pakistanis who made it to Forbes '30 Under 30' Asia list
- Seven Pakistanis have been recognized on the Forbes '30 Under 30' Asia list for their achievements in fields ranging from technology to media. - Syed Ismail cofounded Karachi-based Saraaf to digitiz…
'Fully fit to carry out all duties': Presidential physician says Trump 'in excellent health' but should lose weight
- President Donald Trump's physician stated he is in "excellent health" following a routine medical check. - The doctor advised Trump to lose weight and provided counseling on diet and increased physi…
Women Dominating Drug Trafficking in Faisalabad, Police Launch Major Operation
- Faisalabad police are launching a major operation against drug cartels after arresting 80 women and 20 men involved in trafficking. - Women traffickers are reportedly dominating the drug trade, usin…
UK to Deploy AI Age Estimation Tool at Borders Amid Migrant Concerns
- The UK will deploy an AI age estimation tool at its borders starting next year to identify adult migrants posing as minors. - The technology analyzes facial photographs to estimate a person's age, a…
Pakistan Slashes Petrol, Diesel Prices by Rs22 Per Liter
- The government reduced petrol and high-speed diesel prices by Rs22 per liter each. - This follows a previous reduction last week, bringing HSD to around Rs380 and petrol to Rs381 per liter. - Prime …
Ahead of Australia series, Shaheen hopeful Babar's form from PSL will continue
- Pakistan's ODI captain Shaheen Shah Afridi expressed hope that Babar Azam will maintain his Pakistan Super League form in the upcoming series against Australia. - Afridi addressed player form, team …
PTI claims MNA Junaid Akbar, other party leaders arrested in GB
- The PTI alleges that its president in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, MNA Junaid Akbar, and five other party leaders were arrested in Gilgit-Baltistan. - The party claims the leaders were detained at a checkpoi…
Blue Origin rocket explodes on launchpad in a setback for bid to catch Musk's SpaceX
- Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin experienced a major setback when its uncrewed New Glenn rocket exploded during a test fire on a Florida launchpad. - The rocket was being prepared for its fourth launch, inte…
IHC to hear lawyers' sentence suspension pleas in social media case on June 1
- The Islamabad High Court set June 1 to hear appeals from lawyers Imaan Zainab Mazari-Hazir and Hadi Ali Chattha seeking to suspend their sentences in a social media posts case. - The Supreme Court p…
Pakistan's Healthcare System Strained by Shrinking Foreign Aid
- Pakistan's healthcare system faces severe strain due to global cuts in aid, impacting essential programs. - Health workers report a sharp increase in costs for services like IUD insertions, making t…
China leaders skip Singapore defence summit headlined by US
- China's defense minister will skip Singapore's Shangri-La Dialogue for the second consecutive year, signaling the country's growing assertiveness. - The absence means no meeting with U.S. Defense Se…
Plot to Kill Cuba: Speculation Mounts Over U.S. Intentions
- The article speculates on Donald Trump's potential motives for avoiding his son's wedding, including a possible invasion of Cuba. - It references past U.S. attempts to destabilize Cuba and suggests …
Drying Ponds Force Cholistanis to Opt for 'Seasonal Migration'
- Residents of Pakistan's Cholistan desert are facing an acute water shortage as about one-third of the region's 2,000 water ponds have dried up due to intense heat. - The lack of water is forcing man…
Pakistan: 'Culture of silence' blamed for surge in violence against women
- Human rights advocates in Sukkur, Pakistan, demand an overhaul of the justice system to address the surge in violence against women. - Speakers at a seminar highlighted that existing laws are underm…
Pakistan Cyber Crime Agency Arrests 11 for Online Anti-State Propaganda
- Pakistan's National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) arrested 11 individuals in Punjab for allegedly spreading anti-state propaganda online. - The suspects are accused of running campaigns a…
Pakistan Records New Maximum Temperature of 51.5C in Dadu Amidst Global Warming Concerns
- Dadu, Pakistan, recorded a new maximum temperature of 51.5 degrees Celsius, setting a new record. - Temperatures across Pakistan are expected to remain significantly above normal during the summer, …
Pakistan and China Agree to Deepen Military Cooperation
- China and Pakistan have pledged to deepen their military cooperation and strategic coordination. - The Chinese Defense Ministry described the bilateral relationship as an "enduring iron-clad friends…
Justice Babar Sattar decides to retain official residence in Islamabad
- Justice Babar Sattar, recently transferred from the Islamabad High Court to the Peshawar High Court, will retain his official residence in Islamabad. - He has formally requested to keep his allotted…
PM Shehbaz: Youm-i-Takbeer symbolizes Pakistan's strength, sovereignty, and national unity
- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif commemorated Youm-i-Takbeer as a symbol of Pakistan's strength and sovereignty. - The day marks Pakistan's 1998 nuclear tests, which established strategic balance in So…
Pressure politics
- The Abraham Accords, normalizing Arab-Israeli ties without resolving the Palestinian issue, are being pushed for expansion by former US President Trump. - Critics argue this move is dangerous, drive…
Viral fame spares ‘Donald Trump’ buffalo from Eid sacrifice in Bangladesh
- A rare albino buffalo in Bangladesh, nicknamed "Donald Trump," was spared from ritual slaughter due to a last-minute government intervention. - The animal was sold for sacrifice before authorities i…
Zelensky asked Trump for air defence munitions: AFP
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has requested more Patriot air defense munitions from the United States to counter Russian ballistic missiles. - The appeal highlights Ukraine's significant re…
India orders demolition of illegal buildings near Pakistan border
- India has ordered the demolition of illegal buildings within 15 kilometers of its border with Pakistan. - Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized a zero-tolerance policy against unauthorized construction…
'US-Iran peace deal could benefit entire region,' PM tells Pezeshkian in Eid call
- Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, expressing hope for a US-Iran peace deal. - Sharif believes such a deal would unlock Iran's economic potential…
Trump calls full cabinet meeting amid negotiation slowdown with Iran
- President Donald Trump will convene a full cabinet meeting Wednesday amid rising Middle East tensions and stalled negotiations with Iran. - The meeting, moved from Camp David to the White House due …
CDF Munir spends Eidul Azha with frontline troops in Zhob, says brutal acts cannot weaken nation’s resolve
- Pakistan's Chief of Defence Forces, Asim Munir, visited frontline troops in Zhob during Eidul Azha. - He stated that brutal acts of terrorism cannot break the nation's or armed forces' resolve. - Mu…
Haj pilgrims stone the devil in final ritual
- Muslim pilgrims performed the symbolic stoning of the devil ritual near Makkah, a key part of the annual Haj pilgrimage. - Over 1.7 million people are participating in this year's Haj, which is bein…
FM Dar assures UN chief of Pakistan's 'continued engagement and dialogue' to restore peace in region
- Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met with UN Secretary-General António Guterres in New York. - They discussed regional developments, including the Middle East situatio…
Armed forces reaffirm commitment to peace and national unity on Eidul Azha
- Pakistan's military leadership extended Eidul Azha greetings, reaffirming their commitment to national unity and peace. - The armed forces paid tribute to martyrs and security personnel, acknowledgi…
Internet partially restored in Iran after months-long shutdown
- Iranian authorities partially restored internet connectivity on Tuesday after an nearly three-month shutdown. - The shutdown, imposed after the US-Israel invasion on Feb 28, left Iranians largely cu…
New airline South Air operates trial flight to Gwadar
- Private airline South Air operated a trial flight from Karachi to the New Gwadar International Airport, enhancing air connectivity in the region. - The new airport, part of the China-Pakistan Econom…
Iran vows not to let aggression go unanswered after US violates truce
- Iran accused the US of violating a ceasefire with overnight strikes on missile sites and mine-laying boats. - The US Central Command stated the strikes were in self-defense against Iranian threats. …
Pakistan ministry registers cloud providers to bolster data security
- Pakistan's Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication is registering cloud service providers to ensure data security and meet standards under the Pakistan Cloud First Policy. - Strict …
SOCIETY: DANCES WITH THE GORILLA
- A performer in a gorilla costume has become a viral sensation at various events, from TikTok weddings to elite university functions in Pakistan. - The 'dancing gorilla' phenomenon blurs lines betwee…
DPM Dar arrives in New York to attend high-level UNSC debate
- Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in New York to attend a UN Security Council debate. - The debate, convened under China's presidency, focuses on upholding the UN Charter …
PM Shehbaz hails 'finest hour' of Pak-China friendship
- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif declared the current moment the "finest hour" of Pakistan-China friendship during a ceremony in Beijing. - He addressed the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties, highlig…
Araghchi to miss UN debate after US denies visa
- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will miss a UN Security Council debate after the U.S. denied him a visa. - The debate, convened by China, focuses on strengthening the UN-centered internationa…
In pictures: Saudi security personnel on alert as pilgrims pour into Makkah for Haj
- Over 1.5 million Muslim pilgrims have arrived in Mina, Saudi Arabia, for the annual Haj pilgrimage. - Security personnel are on high alert as pilgrims gather in the tent city of Mina. - This year's …
Trump demands widespread sign-up to Abraham Accords as part of Iran peace deal
- Donald Trump demanded that Middle Eastern nations sign onto the Abraham Accords as part of any Iran peace deal. - He listed Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Pakistan, and others as countries expected to join. -…
WHO: Ebola Epidemic Outpacing Response Efforts Amid Rising Deaths
- The WHO reports 220 suspected Ebola deaths, with the epidemic outpacing response efforts. - The outbreak, a rare Bundibugyo strain, is declared a public health emergency of international concern. - …
Amid Mideast conflict, Indian finance minister calls for focus on '3Fs' — fuel, fertiliser and forex
- India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged a focus on fuel, fertilizer, and foreign exchange amid the Gulf crisis. - Prime Minister Narendra Modi's plea to conserve foreign exchange is crucia…
Travis Head and his wife suffer online abuse after cricketer's spat with India's Kohli during IPL match
- Australian cricketer Travis Head and his wife Jessica are facing online abuse following a verbal altercation with India's Virat Kohli during an IPL match. - The incident occurred during a T20 match,…
Pakistan stocks surge on hopes of US-Iran deal, falling oil prices
- The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) opened the week with a significant gain, with the KSE-100 index rising 2,800 points intraday. - Market optimism is linked to hopes of a US-Iran deal to open the Str…
Murad asks contractors to increase manpower for ‘timely completion’ of Karachi's Red Line project
- Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah is personally overseeing Karachi's infrastructure projects, including the BRT Red Line bus system. - He visited the BRT Red Line site and ordered contractors to increas…
Pakistan to form Wapda Security Force for water projects after attacks
- Pakistan's government plans to establish a dedicated "Wapda Security Force" to protect water infrastructure projects and associated workers, especially Chinese nationals. - The move follows deadly t…
PM hopes to host Islamabad Talks 2.0 ‘very soon’
- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed hope for a new round of US-Iran peace talks to be held in Islamabad soon. - Insiders suggest the PM received "serious indications" for delegation-level talks …
PTI confirms meeting with Interior Minister on KP terrorism, Imran Khan's access
- Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) confirmed a meeting between party leaders and the Interior Minister regarding terrorism in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. - The discussion focused on controlling terrorism, parti…
India raises visa concerns with U.S. amid broad strategic alignment
- India expressed concerns to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio regarding U.S. visa restrictions impacting legitimate travelers. - Rubio stated that the U.S. and India are strategically aligned on m…
Pakistan Forces Kill 11 Terrorists in North Waziristan Operation
- Pakistani security forces killed 11 terrorists in North Waziristan over the past 48 hours. - The operation, part of a broader counter-terrorism campaign, involved intense exchanges of fire. - Weapon…
Pakistan, China to boost cooperation in agri, IT, SEZs, minerals
- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted agriculture, IT, special economic zones, and mines and minerals as key areas for Pakistan-China cooperation. - He urged for improved per-acre yields, high-q…
Heatstroke Claims 16 Lives in Southern India Amid Climbing Temperatures
- At least 16 people have died from heatstroke in southern India this summer amid a severe heatwave. - Temperatures in several Indian cities have exceeded 45 degrees Celsius. - Climate change is inten…
