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Iran says MoU text in ‘final stages’, final decision to be 'made internally'

Hezbollah claims more attacks on Israeli forces in southern Lebanon; DPM Dar welcomes "encouraging progress" towards US-Iran deal in call with Swiss FM.

2026-06-12T23:14:15+05:00

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

Alarm and scepticism follow Trump’s Kharg Island threat

Pakistan’s vital US-Iran peace efforts

Govt slashes petrol price by Rs4, diesel by Rs2

The Petroleum Division’s press release notifying the decrease said the new prices would be effective from June 13.

Published 12 Jun, 2026 11:18pm

Govt unveils Rs18.8tr budget for FY2026-27; GDP growth targeted at 4pc

Average inflation expected to be 8.2pc; finance minister says large chunk of budgeted expenditures to be allocated for markup payments.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 09:47pm

Bilawal welcomes invitation to form PPP govt in GB, expresses gratitude to PM Shehbaz

Party chairman says posts of GB governor and deputy parliamentary speaker will go to PML-N.

Published 12 Jun, 2026 11:06pm

PM Shehbaz stresses importance of 'strong security' ahead of budget presentation

Says meeting has a one-point agenda pertaining to budget.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 07:47pm

MQM-P delegation calls on PM Shehbaz ahead of budget; party leader says Rs20bn allocation sought for Karachi projects

Aminul Haque says matter of a “special development package” for Sindh's urban areas was raised during the meeting.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 04:50pm

PTI rejects federal budget for FY2026-27, terms it an 'exercise in elite self-preservation'

“Beyond a few minor measures, the proposed budget offers nothing substantive for the common citizen or small businesses," Sheikh Waqas Akram says.

Published 12 Jun, 2026 10:45pm

Former senator Taj Afridi dies in M-1 motorway crash

Senate Chairman Yousaf Raza Gilani expresses deep grief over the former senator's demise and extends heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family.

Updated 12 Jun, 2026 06:00pm

Meta's social networks down for thousands of users

Company spokesperson says they are working on fixing issues with Instagram, Facebook access

Published 12 Jun, 2026 08:28pm

Supreme Court to lift austerity measures from June 15

NJPMC allows district judiciary to revert to a six-day working week.

Published 12 Jun, 2026 07:37pm

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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

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Punjab launches e-bike sharing initiative for Lahore

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Three die as heavy rain breaks heatwave across Punjab

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Income tax may fall for some salaried segments

Those earning between Rs230,000-Rs341,000 per month likely to get some relief; maximum tax rate expected to be lowered from 35pc to 30pc.

Newspaper , Published 11 Jun, 2026 07:06am

Income tax may fall for some salaried segments

India nears completion of strategic Himalayan tunnel near China border

The project is part of a broader network of four major tunnels, including the 6.5-kilometre Sonamarg tunnel.

World , Updated 09 Jun, 2026 10:24pm

India nears completion of strategic Himalayan tunnel near China border

Karachi sizzles as feels-like temperature climbs to 54°C

Jacobabad becomes hottest place with 49.5°C; weatherman says no chances of rain in coming days in the city.

Pakistan , Updated 11 Jun, 2026 09:07am

Karachi sizzles as feels-like temperature climbs to 54°C

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.

Pakistan , Published 11 Jun, 2026 12:38pm

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

Pakistan down Afghanistan to win a trophy after 74 years

The triumph also marks the first time in Pakistan’s history that the men’s national team has won a tournament final outright.

Newspaper , Updated 11 Jun, 2026 09:21am

Pakistan down Afghanistan to win a trophy after 74 years

What’s eating Pakistan’s mangoes?

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

Pakistan , Updated 08 Jun, 2026 03:48pm

India ‘actively working’ to deprive Pakistan of water

Indian water minister says working to ensure "not a single drop of water" flows downstream.

Newspaper , Updated 11 Jun, 2026 07:47am

India ‘actively working’ to deprive Pakistan of water

Economy grows 3.7pc in FY26 — fastest in four years, but short of target

PES 2025-26 reports "historic" primary surplus and multi-year-high reserves; on flipside, poverty climbed to 28.9pc in 2024-25 and April inflation hit 10.9pc.

Pakistan , Updated 11 Jun, 2026 10:38pm

Economy grows 3.7pc in FY26 — fastest in four years, but short of target

BUDGET 2026-27: NEC trims uplift plans; Punjab takes biggest hit

Overall development outlay slashed by 25pc to Rs3.218tr; no new projects except for interior, defence ministries; federal PSDP reduced to Rs1tr.

Newspaper , Updated 11 Jun, 2026 08:40am

BUDGET 2026-27: NEC trims uplift plans; Punjab takes biggest hit

PMD forecasts dust and windstorms, thunderstorms across most parts of the country from June 11–13

Punjab PDMA issues advisory, directs deployment of additional staff and resources to high-risk areas.

Pakistan , Published 10 Jun, 2026 06:38pm

PMD forecasts dust and windstorms, thunderstorms across most parts of the country from June 11–13

$4.5bn refinery planned in Hub

Project to create 2,000 jobs, strengthen energy security.

Business , Updated 11 Jun, 2026 07:38am

No survivors as Pakistan Army Mi-17 helicopter crashes near Muzaffarabad: ISPR

ISPR says a board of inquiry has been ordered to ascertain the exact technical cause of the accident; President, PM express condolences.

Pakistan , Updated 10 Jun, 2026 09:59pm

No survivors as Pakistan Army Mi-17 helicopter crashes near Muzaffarabad: ISPR

Any attempt to block water will have 'far-reaching consequences', warns FO after Indian minister's remarks

“Pakistan firmly rejects any notion that water can be treated as a political tool or instrument of coercion or a weapon,” says FO.

Pakistan , Updated 11 Jun, 2026 11:17pm

Any attempt to block water will have 'far-reaching consequences', warns FO after Indian minister's remarks

Smuggled dinosaur fossils return to Mongolia after two decades

French agencies confiscated the fossils a decade ago to be returned to Mongolia.

World , Published 11 Jun, 2026 07:01pm

Smuggled dinosaur fossils return to Mongolia after two decades

Cracks in the edifice

One has never seen the political class of this country as out of ideas as they are now.

Newspaper , Updated 11 Jun, 2026 08:58am

FCC questions SC judgment ordering demolition of restaurants in Margalla Hills National Park

Justice Rizvi says detailed order to be issued if SC judgment overturned; proceedings adjourned until second week of July.

Pakistan , Published 11 Jun, 2026 06:16pm

FCC questions SC judgment ordering demolition of restaurants in Margalla Hills National Park

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Newspaper , Updated 11 Jun, 2026 01:14pm

First Hangor-class submarine arrives at Karachi Port

The submarine is equipped with advanced combat systems, modern sensors, Air Independent Propulsion technology and enhanced stealth features.

Pakistan , Published 11 Jun, 2026 11:09pm

First Hangor-class submarine arrives at Karachi Port

Finance Minister Aurangzeb to present budget for FY2026-27 on June 12

Adviser to minister says Pakistan Economic Survey FY 2025-26 to be launched on Thursday.

Pakistan , Updated 10 Jun, 2026 09:32pm

Finance Minister Aurangzeb to present budget for FY2026-27 on June 12

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Newspaper , Updated 11 Jun, 2026 09:06am

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

IRGC says it struck US targets on bases in Kuwait and Bahrain; Iran says Strait of Hormuz "completely closed".

World , Published 11 Jun, 2026 10:17am

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

A few good men

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Newspaper , Published 11 Jun, 2026 07:08am

GB polls’ aftermath

The new administration must address the region’s issues proactively.

Newspaper , Updated 11 Jun, 2026 08:49am

PPP, PML-N delegations discuss formula to form GB govt at Gilgit huddle

PPP claims “major breakthrough” in the process; central leadership of both sides to review proposals.

Pakistan , Published 11 Jun, 2026 11:27am

PPP, PML-N delegations discuss formula to form GB govt at Gilgit huddle

Peace in retreat

THE ceasefire announced in April was supposed to create space for negotiations. Instead, it has been repeatedly...

Newspaper , Published 11 Jun, 2026 07:08am

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'Systemic anti-Palestinian racism': BDS condemns Tribeca Festival for platforming Israel

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Durre Nayab Updated 12 Jun, 2026 10:56am

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