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Trump says Iran ‘wants to negotiate’ and meeting ‘being set up’

“We may have to act before a meeting,” Trump said, adding that he would "talk to Musk about restoring internet" access in Iran.

Updated 12 Jan, 2026 09:52am

PM-appointed panel proposes urgent reforms to avert another IMF loan

Seeks tariff overhaul to lift exports beyond $60bn in three years; highlights cross-cutting barriers across 20 export products.

Published 12 Jan, 2026 07:23am

Afridi, ex-ministers identified in May 9 Radio Pakistan attack clips

Punjab forensic report calls videos genuine, profile photos matched.

Updated 12 Jan, 2026 07:49am

Opposition leader’s appointment awaited as National Assembly session summoned

With the summoning of the assembly, Speaker Sadiq is expected to ask opposition to follow process for appointing a new leader.

Updated 12 Jan, 2026 07:36am

Bannu CTD kills two terrorists in IBO

Weapons and ammunition recovered from slain terrorists; police repel attack on checkpost.

Published 12 Jan, 2026 09:51am

ADB warns $360m loan for highway project risks lapsing

Significant delay in utilising the loan is mainly due to the failure of the Tranche III road project to begin.

Updated 12 Jan, 2026 07:58am

Istehkam Pakistan Party demands 16 smaller provinces in place of 4

Parties must show magnanimity to back the proposal, says Federal Communications Minister Abdul Aleem Khan.

Updated 12 Jan, 2026 08:09am

Efforts on to improve pressure, resume normal gas supply: SSGC

“Once normal supply levels resume, pressure tightness is anticipated to ease, restoring full service to households across Sindh and Balochistan,” SSGC says.

Updated 12 Jan, 2026 09:15am

Healthcare workers, officials slam Punjab’s wearable cams plan

Concerns raised over patient confidentiality; medics say decision taken without stakeholders’ consultation.

Updated 12 Jan, 2026 08:27am

Punjab set to launch construction of 37,000 houses

41 govt-owned sites identified across province for the WB-funded hybrid project.

Updated 12 Jan, 2026 09:37am

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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How corporate action is shaping gender inclusion in Pakistan

Women are central to Pakistan’s economy yet real inclusion depends on recognising protecting and elevating their work.

Dun & Bradstreet Pakistan and Gallup Pakistan issue the 19th edition of Pakistan Consumer Confidence Index (CCI)

Consumer confidence declined in the first quarter of FY2025–26 but remained significantly higher than a year earlier, reflecting cautious optimism amid economic pressures.

Consent on trial: How Pakistan’s courts are failing rape survivors

‘Deal very likely’: Turkiye seeks to join Pakistan-Saudi mutual defence pact, report says

Changing dynamics and the fallout from regional conflicts are prompting countries to develop new mechanisms for identifying friends and foes, according to a Bloomberg report.

World , Updated 10 Jan, 2026 07:37am

‘Deal very likely’: Turkiye seeks to join Pakistan-Saudi mutual defence pact, report says

Interior minister orders strict screening of travel documents at airports

Mohsin Naqvi's order has come amid complaints of arbitrary offloading at airports despite travelers carrying valid documents.

Pakistan , Published 09 Jan, 2026 10:55pm

Interior minister orders strict screening of travel documents at airports

Iraqi air chief praises PAF’s professionalism, expresses ‘keen interest’ in JF-17 Thunder jets

According to ISPR, Pakistan and Iraq agreed to pursue joint exercises and training initiatives to strengthen interoperability.

Pakistan , Updated 10 Jan, 2026 06:11pm

Iraqi air chief praises PAF’s professionalism, expresses ‘keen interest’ in JF-17 Thunder jets

Cold weather prompts Punjab, Sindh to change school schedules

Punjab decides to extend winter vacations till January 19; Sindh changes school timings until Jan 26.

Pakistan , Updated 10 Jan, 2026 10:16pm

Cold weather prompts Punjab, Sindh to change school schedules

Iran authorities signal intensified crackdown as unrest grows

Pahlavi says he is “preparing to return” at a time that he believes is “very near”, internet has been shut down for more than 36 hours.

World , Updated 10 Jan, 2026 11:50pm

Iran authorities signal intensified crackdown as unrest grows

Anti-terrorism fight

The choice is not between talking and striking, but between a clear strategy and a costly stalemate that drains lives, resources and political focus year after year.

Newspaper , Updated 10 Jan, 2026 09:14am

‘Workers with 14.5 years of service entitled to pension’

Upholds rounding-off principle under Employees’ Old-Age Benefits Act; dismisses five appeals filed by EOBI against LHC judgements.

Newspaper , Published 10 Jan, 2026 05:18am

Punjab schools and colleges will open from Jan 12, says education minister

Education minister rebuffs claims of extending winter holidays, urging the public to “avoid fake news”.

Pakistan , Updated 09 Jan, 2026 11:30pm

Punjab schools and colleges will open from Jan 12, says education minister

‘Battle-tested’: Pakistan arms exports surge after May conflict with India

Pakistan develops a wide variety of hardware, including aircraft, tanks and weapons systems for both.

World , Published 10 Jan, 2026 07:38pm

‘Battle-tested’: Pakistan arms exports surge after May conflict with India

Pakistan Navy successfully tests surface-to-air-missile at sea

ISPR says missile “successfully engaged and neutralised an aerial target, demonstrating Pakistan Navy’s robust air defence capabilities”.

Pakistan , Updated 10 Jan, 2026 04:10pm

Pakistan Navy successfully tests surface-to-air-missile at sea

Spotlight on Pak-India conflict again as Trump continues to make case for Nobel Peace Prize

“I can’t think of anybody in history that should get the Nobel prize more than me," he says.

Pakistan , Updated 10 Jan, 2026 12:39pm

Spotlight on Pak-India conflict again as Trump continues to make case for Nobel Peace Prize

Direct Bangladesh-Pakistan flights to resume after 14 years

Biman Bangladesh Airlines is scheduled to fly its first Dhaka-Karachi flight on January 29.

World , Published 08 Jan, 2026 01:05pm

Direct Bangladesh-Pakistan flights to resume after 14 years

SOE losses triple despite reforms

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb cites power sector drag in FY25 performance.

Newspaper , Updated 10 Jan, 2026 07:48am

India-US trade deal stalled after Modi did not call Trump, says US commerce secretary

"They were uncomfortable doing it,” says US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick.

World , Updated 10 Jan, 2026 12:04am

India-US trade deal stalled after Modi did not call Trump, says US commerce secretary

How Cuba was blindsided by audacious US operation to capture Nicolas Maduro

Fearful of betrayal by dissenters within Venezuela’s ranks, the leftist Maduro sourced his security detail in communist-ruled Cuba.

World , Published 10 Jan, 2026 12:44pm

How Cuba was blindsided by audacious US operation to capture Nicolas Maduro

2-week-long Pakistan, US joint military exercise commences

ISPR says exercise will focus on the “counterterrorism domain, involving professional contingents from the armies of Pakistan and the US”.

Pakistan , Updated 10 Jan, 2026 04:34pm

2-week-long Pakistan, US joint military exercise commences

Noor Zaman gives former world champion a run for his money before exiting Karachi Open

Pakistan's squash star remained unbeaten throughout the tournament before being eliminated in the Karachi Open quarterfinals.

Sport , Published 09 Jan, 2026 06:58pm

Noor Zaman gives former world champion a run for his money before exiting Karachi Open

IWT: the legal response

Regardless of India’s political characterisation of it, the Indus Waters Treaty remains legally binding.

Newspaper , Updated 10 Jan, 2026 09:21am

When might becomes right

When powerful states openly disregard international law, they do more than break rules — they teach.

Newspaper , Updated 10 Jan, 2026 09:29am

Pound of flesh

The cuddly US that indulged Europe’s domestic spending has gone.

Newspaper , Published 10 Jan, 2026 05:19am

Two new dams planned to ease water shortage in twin cities

Dotara and Shahdara dams to be completed by December 2027, feasibility and funding to be fast-tracked.

Newspaper , Updated 10 Jan, 2026 09:33am

Two new dams planned to ease water shortage in twin cities

Historic Rs1.85bn bid buys Sialkot as new PSL franchise, Hyderabad snapped up for Rs1.75bn

OZ Developers win bid for Sialkot moments after FKS group snaps up Hyderabad for Rs1.75bn.

Sport , Updated 09 Jan, 2026 08:57am

Historic Rs1.85bn bid buys Sialkot as new PSL franchise, Hyderabad snapped up for Rs1.75bn

Govt appoints Dr Kabir Ahmed Sidhu as new SECP chairman

Under his leadership, the Competition Commission of Pakistan launched a renewed crackdown on cartels, market abuse and reduced its court case backlog by 70pc.

Business , Published 10 Jan, 2026 04:21pm

Govt appoints Dr Kabir Ahmed Sidhu as new SECP chairman

Troubling events

Given the actors involved and the global forces seeking an opening, Pakistan must remain wary of how things unfold in Iran.

Newspaper , Updated 11 Jan, 2026 09:43am

Can the US put a price tag on Greenland?

Discussion of hypothetical sale of an autonomous territory such as Greenland rapidly encounters imponderables such as how a meaningful price tag could even be established.

World , Published 09 Jan, 2026 12:45pm