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‘Blatant disregard for international law’: Pakistan, 20 other nations reject Israel’s recognition of Somaliland

Joint statement by 21 countries and OIC also register their "full rejection of any potential link between such measure and any attempts to forcibly expel the Palestinian people out of their land”.

Updated 28 Dec, 2025 06:14pm

Sirajuddin Haqqani thanks JUI-F’s Fazl, other Pakistani ulema for ‘extending goodwill’ towards Afghanistan

JUI-F chief pushes for dialogue between Islamabad and Kabul during conference on Dec 23.

Published 29 Dec, 2025 12:11am

Security forces neutralise 4 terrorists in Balochistan’s Kalat: ISPR

Terrorists belonged to Fitna al Hindustan, says military's media wing.

Updated 28 Dec, 2025 07:29pm

Bilawal highlights significance of politics of reconciliation, calls for opposition to play ‘responsible’ role

Says govt also needs to take necessary steps and "President Zardari will have to play his role"; PPP chairperson also stresses "genuine political stability".

Updated 28 Dec, 2025 05:41pm

PICSS terms 2025 ‘deadliest’ for militants in Pakistan with 2,115 fatalities

A total of 664 security personnel and 580 civilians have also lost their lives in the counterterrorism battlefield, says the think tank.

Published 28 Dec, 2025 10:15pm

Pressure, intimidation and violence from multiple actors has erased space for press freedom in Balochistan: report

Aside from threats of physical violence, journalists are threatened by financial insecurity, intimidation by tribal leaders and gender dynamics, Freedom Network says.

Published 28 Dec, 2025 08:50pm

Man in Suriname stabs nine to death, including five children

Suspect arrested after being shot in the leg by police.

Published 28 Dec, 2025 11:14pm

Bodies of woman, 3 children found hanging in a house in Karachi’s Sohrab Goth: police

Woman's husband being questioned by police; Sindh home minister takes notice, seeks details from East SSP, orders transparent investigation.

Updated 28 Dec, 2025 08:57pm

Trump hails ‘very productive’ call with Russia’s Putin ahead of Zelensky meeting

Plans to discuss fate of contested Donbas region, Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant among other topics during meeting at Mar-a-Lago.

Updated 28 Dec, 2025 10:44pm

M-Tag mandatory for Islamabad entry starting January 1, 2026

DC Islamabad says 16 M-Tag facilitation points established at various locations across the city to expedite the registration process.

Updated 28 Dec, 2025 09:00pm

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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Former SBP governor Dr Shamshad Akhtar passes away

Akhtar took over as the 14th governor of SBP in 2006, becoming the first woman to hold the position; also served as caretaker finmin.

Pakistan , Updated 27 Dec, 2025 08:52pm

Former SBP governor Dr Shamshad Akhtar passes away

Afghan Taliban say doors open for talks to resolve issues

Taliban government continues to adhere to commitments made in the Doha Agreement to not allow Afghanistan’s soil to be used against any country, says Haqqani.

World , Updated 27 Dec, 2025 07:10am

Afghan Taliban say doors open for talks to resolve issues

Pakistan emerges as main recipient of Chinese combat aircraft

Pentagon report says Beijing has strengthened its position as major arms supplier.

Newspaper , Updated 26 Dec, 2025 08:48am

Pakistan emerges as main recipient of Chinese combat aircraft

‘Failed’ economic model

The staggering number of talented individuals leaving Pakistan would trouble any serious policymaker.

Newspaper , Updated 27 Dec, 2025 09:03am

Sikh bikers exempted from wearing helmets: Punjab CM

Sikh citizens get exemption from wearing helmets as turbans are part of their identity and religious belief, she says.

Pakistan , Updated 27 Dec, 2025 09:26am

Sikh bikers exempted from wearing helmets: Punjab CM

‘Blatant disregard for international law’: Pakistan, 20 other nations reject Israel’s recognition of Somaliland

Joint statement by 21 countries and OIC also register their "full rejection of any potential link between such measure and any attempts to forcibly expel the Palestinian people out of their land”.

World , Updated 28 Dec, 2025 06:14pm

PTI deletes X post of ‘provocative’ Bradford demonstration, says it does not endorse unlawful behaviour of any kind

"Independent citizens are also advised to measure their remarks to avoid any misunderstandings," it says.

Pakistan , Updated 27 Dec, 2025 01:57pm

PTI deletes X post of ‘provocative’ Bradford demonstration, says it does not endorse unlawful behaviour of any kind

Analysis: After years of drift, 2025 brings thaw in Pak-US ties

• Trump-Munir meeting reshapes diplomatic tone • Analysts caution against jumping to conclusions as ties rely on ‘personal relationship'

Newspaper , Updated 28 Dec, 2025 07:43am

Analysis: After years of drift, 2025 brings thaw in Pak-US ties

Pakistan, UAE hold ‘substantive talks’ during President Al Nahyan’s first official visit to Pakistan

Two leaders reiterate their determination to continue to work together to advance the shared objective of peace, stability, and sustainable development, according to a statement.

Pakistan , Updated 26 Dec, 2025 11:50pm

Pakistan, UAE hold ‘substantive talks’ during President Al Nahyan’s first official visit to Pakistan

Pakistan expresses full support for Saudi Arabia’s efforts for peace, stability in Yemen: FO

Also commends efforts of UAE; underscores need for upholding the unity and territorial integrity of Yemen.

World , Published 27 Dec, 2025 11:15am

Pakistan expresses full support for Saudi Arabia’s efforts for peace, stability in Yemen: FO

KP CM does not get ‘full Liberty’ in Lahore

PTI workers complain of harassment, arrests en route; engagements at Punjab Assembly marred by altercations, confrontations with journalists.

Pakistan , Updated 27 Dec, 2025 07:25am

KP CM does not get ‘full Liberty’ in Lahore

WHO KILLED BENAZIR BHUTTO?

December 27 marks a decade since one of the most traumatic events in Pakistan’s recent political history.

Newspaper , Updated 27 Dec, 2025 12:55pm

PCB shortlists 10 bidders for two new PSL franchises

The auction is slated for January 8 in Islamabad and comes after the PCB had received 12 proposals for the two teams.

Sport , Published 27 Dec, 2025 08:19pm

PCB shortlists 10 bidders for two new PSL franchises

Italy offers over 10,000 jobs to Pakistani workers

Pakistani workers to be provided employment in various sectors, including ship breaking, hospitality, healthcare and agriculture.

Newspaper , Published 28 Dec, 2025 05:04am

Italy offers over 10,000 jobs to Pakistani workers

KP CM Afridi doubts government’s talks offer, says efforts underway to start PTI street movement

Visits residences of Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Dr Yasmin Rashid, Ejaz Chaudhry, others.

Pakistan , Updated 27 Dec, 2025 10:58pm

KP CM Afridi doubts government’s talks offer, says efforts underway to start PTI street movement

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Newspaper , Published 27 Dec, 2025 06:28am

Pakistan summons UK high commissioner after ‘provocative’ Bradford demonstration

Statements made against military and civilian leadership at protest in Bradford; State ministers say “head of armed forces was threatened” while referring to a video from protest.

Pakistan , Updated 27 Dec, 2025 03:36am

Pakistan summons UK high commissioner after ‘provocative’ Bradford demonstration

LHC CJ overturns DC-led committees’ decisions on property possession in 10 Punjab districts

Says commissioners and DCs have no authority to remove or restore possessions of properties on their own.

Pakistan , Updated 26 Dec, 2025 09:23pm

LHC CJ overturns DC-led committees’ decisions on property possession in 10 Punjab districts

KP CM Afridi leads PTI rally at Lahore’s Liberty Chowk

CM welcomed by Punjab information minister but warned against property damage; markets shuttered in Gulberg area.

, Updated 27 Dec, 2025 08:17am

KP CM Afridi leads PTI rally at Lahore’s Liberty Chowk

Unequal women

Women’s identity in care work is entangled with gender, class, and religion.

Newspaper , Published 27 Dec, 2025 06:28am

Clear messaging

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Newspaper , Updated 27 Dec, 2025 08:45am

IMF sees Public Sector Development Programme shrinking as defence outlay to rise

Lender projects interest payments to ease through FY30 as policy rates fall; for the current year, the Fund has revised its estimate to 6.5pc of GDP from 6.7pc in view of lower policy rates.

Newspaper , Updated 27 Dec, 2025 11:24am

IMF sees Public Sector Development Programme shrinking as defence outlay to rise

Hamza Zahoor fires Pakistan U-19 to thrilling win over Afghanistan

Right-handed Hamza masterminds last-wicket stand of 29 runs, hitting the winning boundary with three balls to spare to seal a memorable chase.

Sport , Published 27 Dec, 2025 10:54pm

Hamza Zahoor fires Pakistan U-19 to thrilling win over Afghanistan

Hope we can avoid unnecessary politicisation: Ahsan Iqbal on speculation about disruption of his ARY News interview

During the interview, which was broadcast live, a man was suddenly heard saying, "Shut this", following which Iqbal's video call was disconnected.

Pakistan , Published 26 Dec, 2025 11:49am

Hope we can avoid unnecessary politicisation: Ahsan Iqbal on speculation about disruption of his ARY News interview

Israel becomes first country to formally recognise Somaliland as independent state

Netanyahu says Israel will seek immediate cooperation with Somaliland in agriculture, health, technology and economy; Somalia’s govt condemns Israel’s move as an “unlawful step”.

World , Published 27 Dec, 2025 11:36am

Israel becomes first country to formally recognise Somaliland as independent state

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Beneath the glossy-but-tired commercial surface of Pakistan's film industry, something promising is happening.

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Gen Z is stepping up to clean Karachi’s beaches

Over 3,000 volunteers showed up to clean Seaview Beach on Thursday as part of the Hammad Foundation's beach cleanup drive.

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Paradise lost: Kashmir, orientalism, and the politics of belonging

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Pakistan’s solar shift has a gender problem

Rapid household solarisation across the country is often celebrated as a quiet revolution. But beneath this hopeful imagery lies a harder, less comfortable question: who is this transition really empowering?

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The silent exclusion: When technology speaks every language but ours

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