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Iran says no final decision made on deal that Trump hopes could be signed soon

Egypt urges US, Iran to seize "available opportunity" for deal; oil prices drop after Trump's remarks.

2026-06-12T11:42:33+05:00

Trump unveils ‘great’ Iran deal, signing expected in Europe

Alarm and scepticism follow Trump’s Kharg Island threat

US, Iran hit each other again as hopes for quick peace deal fade

Provinces’ development freeze to persist beyond next fiscal year: Aurangzeb

Economic Survey shows major targets missed as Aurangzeb claims resilience amid three major shocks; finmin says budget to offer incentives for agriculture, housing.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 09:04am

JAAC protesters in AJK's Poonch district disperse on fears of major crackdown

Divisional commissioner says DCs ordered to raid houses of activists wanted under any FIRs.

Published 12 Jun, 2026 11:27am

Poverty surges 7pc in 6 years, pushing 27m people into financial distress

Rural poverty increased from 28.2pc to 36.2pc, while urban poverty increased from 11pc to 17.4pc over the same period.

Published 12 Jun, 2026 10:40am

Bangladesh, India to coordinate patrols on border, share intelligence amid migrant tensions

Two sides reaffirm commitment to maintaining peace, tranquillity and stability along the India-Bangladesh border.

Published 12 Jun, 2026 11:45am

2 policemen martyred in separate 'targeted attacks' in Bannu

Police launch search operations to arrest the perpetrators.

Published 12 Jun, 2026 09:40am

Pakistan records its second-warmest year in 65 years in 2025

Rapid warming spikes sharply up north; AJK, GB, KP record highest annual temperatures in 65 years.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 08:42am

2025 floods hit agriculture hardest with Rs430bn losses: Pakistan Economic Survey

The disaster caused Rs822bn losses across the country, displaced 4m people.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 10:27am

Cash-starved govt doles out Rs2.35tr in tax exemptions

Economic Survey reports a rare decline in concessions after seven years’ increases.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 09:30am

CM Murad approaches PM Shehbaz for restoration of curtailed water supplies

Writes to premier over filling of dams in Punjab while water crisis in Sindh deepening.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 09:14am

Inside South Asia’s Growing Surveillance Network

World Cup 2026 Preview Ep. 5

Why Electric Bikes Make Economic Sense in Pakistan

Paraguay World Cup 2026 Preview: The Dark Horse Nobody Wants to Face

Austria World Cup 2026 Preview: Can Rangnick's Side Surprise the Giants

Pakistan Budget 2026-27: More Taxes, Less Growth?

Arsenal Lose UCL Final To PSG

Local News

Three die as heavy rain breaks heatwave across Punjab

2025 floods hit agriculture hardest with Rs430bn losses: Pakistan Economic Survey

Punjab Assembly minority caucus reviews Christian Marriage Bill

Aitchison College dedicates classroom to Indian Punjab ex-CM Harcharan Brar

Punjab launches e-bike sharing initiative for Lahore

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Pakistani, French short films play at Pakistan Embassy event in Washington DC

Retail, petroleum sectors remain outside tax net as revenue pressures mount

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Pakistan passed at diplomacy, let’s get the degrees rolling now

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World Cup 2026 Preview Ep. 5

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The Palms at Silk Gardens introduces a new family address in Karachi

The Palms places families at the heart of its vision, offering thoughtfully planned 2 and 3-bedroom units in a secure, peaceful and community-led environment.

K&N's SmartCooking Recipes: Pancake Sliders

Fun and tasty pancake sliders layered with crispy nuggets, fried egg, fresh salad and creamy sauces for a playful twist on a classic snack.

Airlink launches Hisense in Pakistan, ushering in a new era for consumer electronics nationwide

Airlink Communication Limited, Pakistan’s leading technology manufacturer and distributor, has formally launched Hisense in Pakistan,

Local News

Three die as heavy rain breaks heatwave across Punjab

2025 floods hit agriculture hardest with Rs430bn losses: Pakistan Economic Survey

Punjab Assembly minority caucus reviews Christian Marriage Bill

Aitchison College dedicates classroom to Indian Punjab ex-CM Harcharan Brar

Punjab launches e-bike sharing initiative for Lahore

WRONGFULLY IMPRISONED IN THE ‘LAND OF THE FREE’

What’s eating Pakistan’s mangoes?

We’re farming more land, but the harvest is shrinking.

Pakistan , Updated 08 Jun, 2026 03:48pm

Lebanese army commander calls on CDF Munir, discusses regional security environment

Two also exchange views on matters of mutual interest, defence cooperation and prospects for enhancing bilateral military relations.

Pakistan , Published 09 Jun, 2026 10:02am

Lebanese army commander calls on CDF Munir, discusses regional security environment

AJK flare-up

The situation started deteriorating after a trader affiliated with the JAAC was reportedly shot in an altercation with law-enforcers.

Newspaper , Updated 09 Jun, 2026 08:52am

BUDGET 2026-27: Budget timing in doubt after NEC meeting put off again

Centre, provinces struggle to reach consensus over fiscal space; KP says demand could push provinces into deficit.

Newspaper , Updated 09 Jun, 2026 07:16am

BUDGET 2026-27: Budget timing in doubt after NEC meeting put off again

US helicopter crew who went down in Strait of Hormuz rescued by drone

Trump says pilots are fine; tells reporters he could have “an idea” for an Iran deal within a few days.

World , Updated 09 Jun, 2026 05:25pm

US helicopter crew who went down in Strait of Hormuz rescued by drone

OPINION

Pakistan’s AI checklist

If AI is to be embedded into governance, we cannot rely entirely on foreign models.

Asad Baig

Is K-IV a pipe dream?

Zofeen T. Ebrahim

Drugs and teens

Kishwar Enam

Missing middle

Zafar Masud S . Sohail Naqvi

Regulation and deregulation

Ishrat Husain

EDITORIAL

A difficult story

Unless productivity becomes the dominant target of economic policy, Pakistan will continue to oscillate between crises and fragile recovery.

Rough waters

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Politicised football

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Pakistan’s human capital future

The benefits of investing in childcare, however, extend far beyond supporting working parents.

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Just don’t object

The West is bent on intimidating those who stand up for rights.

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The party minted into an untested force after a senior judge insulted unemployed youth as cockroaches.

BUSINESS

Provinces’ development freeze to persist beyond next fiscal year: Aurangzeb

Poverty surges 7pc in 6 years, pushing 27m people into financial distress

Digital economy grows in FY2025-26 as IT sector posts gains

2025 floods hit agriculture hardest with Rs430bn losses: Pakistan Economic Survey

Cash-starved govt doles out Rs2.35tr in tax exemptions

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SPORT

Anthony Gordon stars as England beat Costa Rica 3–0 in World Cup warm-up in Orlando

FIFA chief defends ticket prices, brushes off visa issues

Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 to kick off 2026 FIFA World Cup

Wimbledon announces record 20pc rise in prize money

Bangladesh clinch ODI series against Australia for first time

Lutkenhaus confirms emergence at Oslo Diamond League

WORLD

Trump unveils ‘great’ Iran deal, signing expected in Europe

Bangladesh, India to coordinate patrols on border, share intelligence amid migrant tensions

British defence minister quits, says Starmer not spending enough

‘Racist thuggery’ slammed after second night of Northern Ireland unrest

World’s first gig work treaty heads towards ILO approval

Man convicted in France after pit bull killed pregnant girlfriend

Pakistani, French short films play at Pakistan Embassy event in Washington DC

Anwar Iqbal Published 12 Jun, 2026 11:29am

'From up here, you can barely hear kids scream': People are disgusted by Gwyneth Paltrow's Israeli property ad

The actor received severe backlash for promoting apartments near Tel Aviv.

Images Staff Published 11 Jun, 2026 03:17pm

Pakistanis rejoice as national football team wins its first tournament in 74 years

Pakistan beat Afghanistan 2-0 on Wednesday to win the Diamond Jubilee International Football Tournament.

Images Staff Published 11 Jun, 2026 12:59pm

Pakistan's young population could power its economy. The Economic Survey shows why it won't

Durre Nayab Updated 12 Jun, 2026 10:56am

Pakistan passed at diplomacy, let’s get the degrees rolling now

Mid-tier foreign universities are rushing into Pakistan under new HEC rules, but the real opportunity lies in our own classrooms.

Magnus Marsden Published 11 Jun, 2026 12:38pm

What’s eating Pakistan’s mangoes?

We’re farming more land, but the harvest is shrinking.

Alefia T. Hussain Updated 08 Jun, 2026 03:48pm

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