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US Vice President JD Vance says Iran war is 'the reason we lost' midterms

Vance, a longtime vocal critic of US foreign interventionism, has reportedly been sceptical behind the scenes about the war on Iran.

Updated 05 Nov, 2026 01:49am

'United opposition' gathers at Fazl's Islamabad residence, vows stronger alliance

Meeting comprising key TTAP, PTI and JUI-F leaders decides to form committees to resolve differences; PTI alarmed over Imran’s reportedly high blood pressure.

Updated 05 Nov, 2026 01:34am

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Trump says ‘largely true’ Iran war caused midterms loss but he would do it again if ‘had to’

US president attributes electoral defeat to Iran war driving "the gasoline up a little bit short term"; Dar stresses dialogue in conversations with Iran envoy, Saudi FM.

Updated 05 Nov, 2026 12:10am

Petrol price dropped by Rs7.06 per litre, high-speed diesel by Rs3.71

Following the revision, petrol will retail at Rs362.00 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs387.81.

Updated 04 Nov, 2026 11:23pm

Govt says Islamabad's One Constitution Avenue to be turned into a five-star hotel

Ahsan Iqbal says the JIT has recommended the project be started anew and auctioned in a transparent manner; Mohsin Naqvi says government to make "rightful payments to occupants".

Updated 04 Nov, 2026 10:07pm

Israel president urges compromise after divisive election

Netanyahu's rival Eisenkot vows to "deepen" US-Israel partnership if he becomes PM, wins support from Arab-Israeli party.

Updated 05 Nov, 2026 01:44am

38 briefly detained in Karachi as police baton-charge protesters headed towards CM House

Police say protesters, mainly teachers making demands related to service structure, turned violent and pelted officials with stones.

Updated 04 Nov, 2026 11:10pm

ECP objects to retired SC judge's remarks about 2023 ruling on polls in Punjab and KP, reserved seats case

Says it is “unfortunate” that a retired judge is taking a position against the Constitution and the law.

Updated 04 Nov, 2026 08:00pm

Democrats win US Congress in midterm rout of Trump

Vote reflects deep anger over living costs, tariffs and Trump's war against Iran, which has sent fuel prices soaring and compounded dissatisfaction with an already deeply unpopular president.

Updated 04 Nov, 2026 08:37pm

Asif says Chaudhry Salik's remarks about corruption in Punjab 'beyond my understanding'

Marriyum Aurangzeb calls on the PML-Q minister to either fulfil his responsibilities or step down from his role.

Updated 04 Nov, 2026 09:42pm

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Asif says Chaudhry Salik's remarks about corruption in Punjab 'beyond my understanding'

Lahore basant preparations reviewed: Kite flying to be strictly restricted to designated areas

HEC can’t deal with employment matters of varsities: LHC

Changes to vagrancy law: Punjab Assembly body approves bill to raise child protection age limit from 14 to 16 years

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Sarsabz farmers claim all three provincial titles in Punjab's Wheat Yield Competition 2025-26

Sarsabz farmers secured first position in 39 out of 40 districts and claimed all three provincial positions.

Ignite’s National Incubation Centers win prestigious International Award in London

Global recognition underscores Pakistan’s growing innovation ecosystem and its commitment to technology-led economic development.

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Asif says Chaudhry Salik's remarks about corruption in Punjab 'beyond my understanding'

Lahore basant preparations reviewed: Kite flying to be strictly restricted to designated areas

HEC can’t deal with employment matters of varsities: LHC

Changes to vagrancy law: Punjab Assembly body approves bill to raise child protection age limit from 14 to 16 years

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US hears Pakistan’s concerns over terrorism from Afghanistan, would play ‘productive role’ if there is one: Rubio

"We're against terrorism no matter where it emanates from and who it targets," US secretary of state says.

World , Updated 01 Nov, 2026 07:03pm

US hears Pakistan’s concerns over terrorism from Afghanistan, would play ‘productive role’ if there is one: Rubio

Adrian Hamilton-Manns appointed new PIA chief executive officer

PIA says the appointment “marks a pivotal chapter” in the airline’s ongoing transformation.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Nov, 2026 08:59pm

Adrian Hamilton-Manns appointed new PIA chief executive officer

Govt slashes high-speed diesel price by Rs7.76 per litre, petrol by Rs3.40

Following the revision, petrol will retail at Rs374.51 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs395.20.

Business , Updated 03 Nov, 2026 12:43am

Govt slashes high-speed diesel price by Rs7.76 per litre, petrol by Rs3.40

Pakistan successfully tests its first indigenously developed air-to-air missile Fa’az: ISPR

Military's media wing says Fa'az is equipped with a state-of-the-art terminal guidance system and can engage enemy targets at longer ranges.

Pakistan , Updated 04 Nov, 2026 01:29am

Pakistan successfully tests its first indigenously developed air-to-air missile Fa’az: ISPR

PTI lawyer Salman Safdar says he met Imran, Bushra Bibi at Adiala jail

Counsel says meeting lasted 40 minutes and was “insufficient to cover all cases [and] legal matters”.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Nov, 2026 11:28pm

PTI lawyer Salman Safdar says he met Imran, Bushra Bibi at Adiala jail

Americans vote in midterm election seen as a referendum on Trump presidency

All 435 House seats and 35 of the 100 Senate seats at stake; Democrats need only three House gains and a net four seats in the Senate to wrest both chambers from Republican hands.

, Updated 04 Nov, 2026 12:40am

Americans vote in midterm election seen as a referendum on Trump presidency

Democrats win US Congress in midterm rout of Trump

Vote reflects deep anger over living costs, tariffs and Trump's war against Iran, which has sent fuel prices soaring and compounded dissatisfaction with an already deeply unpopular president.

World , Updated 04 Nov, 2026 08:37pm

Maaz Sadaqat, Hasan Nawaz named in Pakistan Shaheens squad for Rising Stars Asia Cup

Pakistan have been placed in Group ‘B’ alongside India A, Nepal and the United Arab Emirates, while Group ‘A’ comprises Afghanistan A, Bangladesh A, Hong Kong China and Sri Lanka A.

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Maaz Sadaqat, Hasan Nawaz named in Pakistan Shaheens squad for Rising Stars Asia Cup

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PIA's first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner arrives in Islamabad

PIA becomes the first Pakistani airline to have added a Boeing 787-9 to its fleet.

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PIA's first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner arrives in Islamabad

CM Maryam incensed at Chaudhry Salik's claims of corruption in Punjab, sends him Rs5bn defamation notice

In a TV interview, the federal minister said he regularly heard complaints of corruption in Punjab and called Pervez Elahi the best-ever chief minister of Punjab.

Pakistan , Updated 03 Nov, 2026 08:29pm

CM Maryam incensed at Chaudhry Salik's claims of corruption in Punjab, sends him Rs5bn defamation notice

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Newspaper , Published 03 Nov, 2026 07:35am

Police set up eight pickets for PAF base security in Rawalpindi

As part of the security plan, police mobile squads will patrol around Nur Khan PAF Base.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Nov, 2026 10:23am

Police set up eight pickets for PAF base security in Rawalpindi

'We made a deal months ago': Trump says US will stop $4 billion funding to Israel at end of 2026

Says left-wing politicians are using the US financial support to Israel as a talking point to criticise Republicans.

World , Published 03 Nov, 2026 07:12pm

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The American midterm elections as explained by a Pakistani journalist

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Govt weighs options to recover $800m from Etisalat

Cabinet asks attorney general’s office to prepare case for international arbitration.

Newspaper , Published 04 Nov, 2026 07:00am

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Soaring LPG prices force rickshaw drivers in Pakistan to cut meals

Thousands of drivers run their vehicles on LPG, which is sold in cylinders and mainly used for cooking and heating.

Pakistan , Published 03 Nov, 2026 05:48pm

Soaring LPG prices force rickshaw drivers in Pakistan to cut meals

Iran ready to reopen Hormuz in two days as Trump hints at deal

Tehran reports "intensive" US talks to avert war; draft deal circulates as negotiators leave Doha without breakthrough.

World , Updated 03 Nov, 2026 07:48am

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Rawalpindi Development Authority plans major road rehabilitation scheme

Work is expected to be complete in a year at a cost of Rs68.98 million, says official.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Nov, 2026 10:03am

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Is Rahul Gandhi ambitious?

Has anyone bothered to ask Rahul Gandhi if he was himself interested in the job that so many appear keen to award him?

Newspaper , Updated 03 Nov, 2026 12:53pm

Govt enlists oil refineries to shield citizens from global price hikes

Says they will bear a burden of Rs15bn for 30 days, which will allow petrol to be sold at Rs15 less than the global market.

Business , Updated 03 Nov, 2026 02:41pm

Govt enlists oil refineries to shield citizens from global price hikes

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Azma retorts as Salik remembers Parvez Elahi as ‘the best-ever CM’ in Punjab

PML-Q leader has also accused Punjab govt of discriminatory spending of public funds in districts.

Pakistan , Updated 03 Nov, 2026 09:56am

Azma retorts as Salik remembers Parvez Elahi as ‘the best-ever CM’ in Punjab

Foreign women rape case: Incomplete police report clears five suspects of sexual assault charges

Police charge three other suspects, who are allegedly low-paid employees of one of the prime suspects, with sexually assaulting the women.

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Doctors say there isn't enough research to support the claim that intravenous glutathione is an effective or safe skin lightening treatment.

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