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Pakistan, India exchange lists of nuclear installations in continuation of annual practice: FO

FO also says that under the Indus Waters Treaty, India cannot not misuse its restricted allowance for unilaterally building any hydroelectric projects on the western rivers.

Updated 01 Jan, 2026 05:26pm

Around 40 killed, 100 injured in explosion in Swiss ski resort bar, police say

The cause of the blast remains unclear but authorities say it appeared to be an accident.

Updated 01 Jan, 2026 05:58pm

446 lawmakers fail to submit asset statements; ECP issues revised deadline

ECP directs lawmakers to comply by January 15; lawmakers who fail to do so will face suspension.

Published 01 Jan, 2026 04:55pm

CPI inflation slows to 5.6pc year-on-year in December

Non-food inflation remained elevated in both urban and rural areas in December.

Published 01 Jan, 2026 04:47pm

128 journalists killed worldwide in 2025: press group

More than half of the media workers lost their lives in the Middle East; journalists were also killed in Yemen, Ukraine, Sudan, Peru, India and elsewhere.

Published 01 Jan, 2026 05:04pm

Zohran Mamdani sworn in as New York’s first Muslim mayor

“This is truly the honour and the privilege of a lifetime,” he says; takes oath with his hand on the Holy Quran.

Updated 01 Jan, 2026 12:51pm

‘Are you ready?’: KP CM Sohail Afridi says he will visit Karachi on January 9

Says he will come bearing "Imran's message".

Updated 01 Jan, 2026 02:25pm

PTI seeks disqualification of Senator Saifullah Abro for voting in favour of 27th Amendment

Submits reference to Senate chairperson, cites Article 63-A that deals with disqualification on grounds of defection.

Updated 01 Jan, 2026 04:27pm

We envision a promising future for Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, says PM Shehbaz after phone call with MBS

Calls phone call with Saudi crown prince "warm and most cordial".

Updated 01 Jan, 2026 11:21am

CJP Afridi says judiciary to pursue ‘meaningful reforms’ in 2026 to improve accessibility, strengthen transparency

"Justice must be accessible in practice, not merely in principle," he says.

Published 01 Jan, 2026 12:40pm

Giuffre Family Demands Answers Over Heavily Redacted Epstein Documents

Mercosur Leaders Meet in Brazil Ahead of EU Trade Deal Signing

Cambodian Students Struggle to Attend School Amid Ongoing Border Clashes

US, Jordanian Forces Launch Airstrikes on ISIS Targets in Syria

Funeral Held for 5 Palestinians Killed in Israeli Attack on Gaza School Shelter

Elise Stefanik exits politics, drops New York governor bid in surprise move

Taiwan stabbing: President Lai vows full probe after 3 killed in Taipei rampage

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Afghanistan bears heavier economic cost as Pakistan trade suspension bites harder

Trade data shows that export losses for Afghanistan have reached around 10 per cent since October 10, compared with about 0.6pc for Pakistan due to the suspension of bilateral trade, placing Kabul at a clear disadvantage.

Pakistan , Updated 31 Dec, 2025 09:28am

Pakistan to enter 2026 as fifth-most populous country

UNFPA calls for a shift in how population is reflected in national planning and financing, particularly in the NFC formula.

Newspaper , Updated 31 Dec, 2025 07:32am

Pakistan to enter 2026 as fifth-most populous country

NA Speaker Sadiq, Indian FM Jaishankar shake hands in Dhaka in first high-level contact since May conflict

Statement says Jaishankar approached Sadiq personally for a handshake; both officials were attending former Bangladeshi prime minister Khaleda Zia’s funeral.

World , Updated 31 Dec, 2025 06:36pm

NA Speaker Sadiq, Indian FM Jaishankar shake hands in Dhaka in first high-level contact since May conflict

Double-decker buses introduced in Karachi, to be available to the public from tomorrow

"They will be available to the public from tomorrow, and today, they will be tested [on the city's roads],” Sindh minister says; buses to run between Zainab Market and Model Colony; one-way ticket to cost Rs80-120.

Pakistan , Updated 31 Dec, 2025 05:20pm

Double-decker buses introduced in Karachi, to be available to the public from tomorrow

Malicious intent

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Newspaper , Updated 31 Dec, 2025 09:16am

Azma Bokhari stages walkout from Punjab Assembly in solidarity with journalists over ‘ill-treatment’ during KP CM visit

Minister says she is being accused of "planting journalists" during KP CM's visit; intends to file a defamation suit.

Pakistan , Published 30 Dec, 2025 04:54pm

Azma Bokhari stages walkout from Punjab Assembly in solidarity with journalists over ‘ill-treatment’ during KP CM visit

PM Shehbaz meets UAE president in Rahim Yar Khan, pledges to ‘elevate’ bilateral ties

PM, Emirati president discuss ways to enhance cooperation in a wide range of sectors, such as IT, energy, minerals and defence cooperation.

Pakistan , Updated 30 Dec, 2025 09:51pm

PM Shehbaz meets UAE president in Rahim Yar Khan, pledges to ‘elevate’ bilateral ties

Bangladesh mourns ex-PM Khaleda Zia with state funeral

Thousands of security officers lined the streets as her body was carried through the streets of Dhaka; former premier interred alongside her late husband.

World , Updated 31 Dec, 2025 05:26pm

Bangladesh mourns ex-PM Khaleda Zia with state funeral

UAE says it is withdrawing its remaining forces in Yemen ‘voluntarily’ after tensions flare with Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia says the separatist STC is “a threat to the Kingdom's national security, as well as to security and stability in the Republic of Yemen and the region”.

World , Updated 31 Dec, 2025 12:20am

UAE says it is withdrawing its remaining forces in Yemen ‘voluntarily’ after tensions flare with Saudi Arabia

Petrol price slashed by Rs10.28, diesel by Rs8.57 for next fortnight

New ex-depot prices of petrol and diesel at Rs253.17 per litre and Rs257.08 per litre, respectively.

Pakistan , Updated 01 Jan, 2026 07:49am

Petrol price slashed by Rs10.28, diesel by Rs8.57 for next fortnight

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Newspaper , Published 31 Dec, 2025 05:37am

Rules amended to legally recognise facial, iris scans as biometric identities

From Jan 20, 2026, Nadra will start issuing facial recognition-based biometric verification certificates at all its registration centres.

Pakistan , Published 31 Dec, 2025 01:56pm

Rules amended to legally recognise facial, iris scans as biometric identities

CDF Munir warns of ‘firm and decisive’ response if Pakistan’s territorial integrity is violated

CDF highlights continued efforts of Indian sponsored proxies to “propagate violence and disrupt development” in Balochistan.

Pakistan , Published 31 Dec, 2025 07:21pm

CDF Munir warns of ‘firm and decisive’ response if Pakistan’s territorial integrity is violated

US warns Indians of ‘significant criminal penalties’ for illegal migration

"The Trump Administration is committed to ending illegal immigration to the United States and protecting our nation’s borders and our citizens,” embassy says.

World , Published 30 Dec, 2025 06:25pm

US warns Indians of ‘significant criminal penalties’ for illegal migration

Lahore DC gives formal go-ahead for 3-day Basant celebrations

Notification prohibits manufacture, trade, storage or sale of kite flying materials without registrating with DC office.

Pakistan , Updated 29 Dec, 2025 06:04pm

Lahore DC gives formal go-ahead for 3-day Basant celebrations

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Newspaper , Updated 31 Dec, 2025 09:26am

A timeline of key moments in Saudi-UAE relations

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Newspaper , Updated 31 Dec, 2025 09:34am

First winter rain drenches parts of Karachi

Showers reported in almost all parts of the metropolis; PMD spokesperson says Karachi’s temperature could go into the single digits in the coming days.

Pakistan , Updated 31 Dec, 2025 12:47pm

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Lawyers booked for ‘assaulting SHO’ after case registered against roughing up of YouTuber Rajab Butt in Karachi

Complainant alleges the lawyers verbally abused him, also kicked and punched him.

Pakistan , Updated 31 Dec, 2025 01:04pm

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Arif Habib sees PIA privatisation creating more jobs in airline

Says number of airline staff is "reasonable"; confirms Fauji Fertiliser to be a shareholder of PIA.

Pakistan , Published 30 Dec, 2025 01:11pm

Arif Habib sees PIA privatisation creating more jobs in airline

PTI founder Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi challenge Toshakhana 2 verdict in IHC

Appeals claim that NAB deliberately chose to bifurcate the prosecution, saying the Toshakhana 2 conviction was the fourth prosecution in the Toshakhana case and constitutes double jeopardy.

Pakistan , Updated 29 Dec, 2025 07:00pm

PTI founder Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi challenge Toshakhana 2 verdict in IHC

Connection between BRT Orange and Green lines inaugurated in Karachi

Sindh minister Sharjeel Memon says commuters can now travel from Orangi to Numaish in one fare; double-deckers to hit Karachi roads today.

Pakistan , Updated 31 Dec, 2025 08:46am

Connection between BRT Orange and Green lines inaugurated in Karachi

In tit-for-tat move, Mali and Burkina say they are restricting entry for US nationals

In separate statements, the countries say they are imposing “equivalent measures” on US citizens.

World , Published 31 Dec, 2025 02:06pm

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