Sindh govt forms JIT on Karachi incident; crowd outside Lahore's US Consulate dispersed; Section 144 imposed in Islamabad; curfew in Skardu after protests in GB.

Info ministry says 331 Taliban combatants killed, 104 posts destroyed so far.

Although economic concerns rem­ain the most worrying, their intensity has fallen sha­rply across all indicators since the first quarter of 2024.

Civil Defence official testifies power shutdown, closed exits and lack of emergency lighting hampered evacuation.

Dismissing the petition, the court observes that in case of further delay, the accused may be provided legal representation at state expense.

High alert declared in capital as officials fear surge in militant activities.

Energy secretary concedes no formal mechanism devised yet for specific utilisation of royalties from Thar coal.

Managements of bus terminals have been asked to obtain security-related NOCs.

A police officer said that no leave will be granted till further notice, only in case of a special emergency situation.

Top officials reticent about move; press used to print gazette notifications, patwaris’ registers; machines lie abandoned.

The action came on the heels of border clashes between the two countries.

Farmers fear serious financial problems over delayed action.

Airspace shut over Iran, Iraq, Israel, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar and Jordan; Emirates, Etihad, Qatar Airways, 24 other airlines ground flights.

MPA Waqas Mahmood says HRCP’s report on CCD encounters deserves serious parliamentary consideration.

The Speaker is required to perform the functions of the president and ensure that an election to the office is held within 30 days of the vacancy.

CJP says separate petitions must for case transfer, urgent hearing.

Raisani opposes inclusion of Kachhi district in Sibi division and Mastung in Quetta division.

According to results announced by the election board, Babar Murtaza secured 6,234 votes to win the presidential slot.

Directs the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to take all necessary steps to ensure the safe repatriation of Pakistanis in Iran.

Bodies taken into custody, moved to Turbat District Hospital.

Plant to process water from the Malir River basin and will include a 22-kilometre interceptor for sewage collection.

"Karachi has been placed on high alert following increased military tensions between Pakistan and Afghan Taliban forces near the Pak-Afghan border," advisory says.

Urges all sides to refrain from actions that may undermine the security and territorial integrity of other countries; PM Shehbaz speaks to Saudi crown prince, UAE president.

"The claim was widely amplified by Indian media and Afghan propaganda outlets,” it says.

Qatar, Saudi Arabia lead diplomatic scramble; Iran offers to facilitate talks.

“In view of the prevailing sensitive national situation, PTA urges all citizens to be responsible while using social media and digital platforms,” PTA says.

FBR remains fully committed to facilitating taxpayers and addressing all genuine concerns on a priority basis, says chairman Langrial.

Rights activists granted bail by anti-terrorism court in two other cases.

LHC says absence of record undermines transparency; law officer hints at review mechanism for offloading.

A total of 7,866 candidates in two aborted elections collectively paid Rs37.74m in nomination fees

Police say suspect had allegedly raped a five-year-old girl when she was coming back to her home after purchasing candies.

Residents say it lacks warning signs, reflective markers, and proper barricading.

Strict security arrangements were also made during Friday prayers on the orders of the CPO.

Locals demand probe into irregularities in royalty payments.

Afridi reviews Pak-Afghan tensions, law and order situation in province.

Records 11pc YoY rise to Rs8.121tr; income, sales tax collection falls.

Remittances likely to decline during Ramazan.

Foreign investors seek ‘super tax’ abolition.

Companies remain cautiously optimistic for 2026, focusing on brand investment, operational efficiency.

After the increase, the price of petrol has jumped from Rs258.17 to Rs266.17 per litre while high-speed diesel's price now stands at Rs280.86.

High costs, energy tariffs choke growth.

The benchmark KSE-100 index fell 831 points, or 0.49 per cent, to close at 168,062 after a volatile, range-bound session.

The prolonged upward trend has been largely driven by sharp increases in the prices of vegetables and other perishable items.

Finance ministry cites uncertainty, commodity price volatility; projects inflation at 6-7pc in February.

Approves Rs6.61bn for Thar Coal Rail Link.

Official sources say benchmark crude prices have slightly moved up this week, therefore, the prices of all petroleum products were inching up.

The bill states that “whoever, willfully, provides an unlicenced virtual asset service shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term up to five years, or with fine up to Rs50 million, or both”.

Engro Holdings (ENGROH) released its results for the fourth quarter of 2025 on Friday. The results were better than expected due to lower than expected Effective Tax Rate (ETR), according to analysts.

The conflict is likely to exacerbate volatility across global markets, which have already swung wildly this year owing to Trump's tariffs and a sharp tech selloff.

Uncertainty over US tariff policies and tensions between the US and Iran boost the metal’s safe-haven appeal.

EFERT saw earnings drop 19pc compared with last year, to Rs8.4bn in 4Q2025, mainly due to lower gross margins and adjustments for the super tax, according to Topline Securities.

Industrialists claim tariff relief has eroded; govt insists Rs15bn ‘free’ working capital is being recovered.

Local firms get exploration rights; investment of Rs8.66bn on cards.

Planning minister advocates measures to incentivise poverty reduction, sustainability, population stabilisation; Punjab minister for protecting rights of smaller provinces.

Investors fear US-Iran conflict may trigger sharp correction in emirate’s property prices.

United Bank Ltd records highest ever profit-after-tax of Rs130bn.

Upon completion of the transaction, Fauji Cement and Kapco will acquire control of ACPL.

KCCI president says objective of proposed amendment to ensure parity and consistency.

Judgement observes Section 175 can be invoked for enforcement of any provision of tax ordinance.

Opposition leaders warn that "criminal negligence" with Imran’s health will further aggravate country’s political crisis.

Market shrugs off selling pressure over the last few sessions to recover some lost ground in Thursday trading.

Iran and the US are scheduled to hold the latest round of talks in Geneva on Thursday aimed at resolving their longstanding nuclear dispute and averting US strikes on Iran following a large-scale military buildup.

Currency rates on February 26 indicate the rupee remains within February’s observed ranges against major global and regional currencies.

Seek review of HS code for range-extended electric vehicles.

Profit after tax increased 220pc, translating into earnings per share of Rs40.4 compared to Rs12.6 a year earlier.

Orders recovery action; notes Karachi, Lahore, Quetta top zones with least recoveries.

Minister stresses need for structural reforms, competitiveness.

Nepra report highlights crippling T&D losses and unpaid bills.

Textile and clothing drive growth in North American trade.

The mission will remain in Karachi this week and begin policy discussions with the federal and provincial governments on Monday.

State media says attack that claimed Khamenei's life "occurred in the early hours of Saturday"; 40 days of mourning and seven days of public holidays announced in Iran.

Ambassador Ahmad made clear that Pakistan’s concern extends beyond any single capital.

Court upends the promise of a 1980 law that says refugees “be given a chance at a new beginning in safety”.

The star had been cla­­­ssif­ied as an extreme red supergiant but rapidly bec­ame a yellow hypergiant.

Zelensky says will issue fresh directives to Ukraine’s negotiating team at the talks.

28 injured as hospitals launch emergency blood donation drive.

The plant will convert advanced semiconductor wafers from Micron’s global network into finished memory and storage products.

The words “free Palestine” and “stop the genocide” were among the words sprayed on the statue.

"They cannot have nuclear weapons, and we’re not thrilled with the way they’re negotiating,” Trump tells reporters.

Urges all sides to refrain from actions that may undermine the security and territorial integrity of other countries; PM Shehbaz speaks to Saudi crown prince, UAE president.

Qatar, Saudi Arabia lead diplomatic scramble; Iran offers to facilitate talks.

CEO Sam Altman says the Pentagon shared its principles for human responsibility over weapon systems and for having no mass US surveillance.

Kyiv says the pipeline was shut down after being damaged during a Russian attack near the Ukrainian city of Brody on January 27.

Juan Carlos, who abdicated in favour of his son Felipe IV in 2014, left Spain in 2020 to live in the United Arab Emirates after a financial scandal tarnished his reputation.

“States must investigate all alleged crimes, protect survivors, and ensure justice without fear or favour,” says UN chief.

Israel’s Supreme Court freezes ban on foreign aid organisations in enclave.

“These threats do not change our position: we cannot in good conscience accede to their request,” Anthropic chief executive Dario Amodei says in a statement.

During his rule spanning more than three decades, Khamenei worked with six elected presidents, shaping domestic policy and guiding foreign relations.

We are only here because he hid it from everyone so well for so long,” he says.

Councillor Hannah Spencer wins on the back of unique campaign which used Urdu and Bangla to spread her message.

Report sent to members of the International Atomic Energy Agency ahead of a quarterly meeting next week of its 35-country board.

Abbas Araghchi tells his Egyptian counterpart that “success in this path requires seriousness and realism from the other side".

Germany deports 20 convicted criminals to Afghanistan.

Beneath the chandeliers, faith leaders spoke of shared ancestry, moral responsibility, and humility.

Dar calls on the international community to "act decisively" in halting the violations being committed by Israel, and "uphold international law".

Claims DOJ unlawfully hid files to shield Trump; Hillary Clinton dares GOP panel to make Trump testify under oath.

Far-right minister Smotrich vows to encourage ‘emigration’ from Palestinian territories.

Says her remarks were taken out of context and misconstrued.

Sea crossings such as the perilous journey across the Mediterranean Sea from Africa to Europe remain among the deadliest routes for migrants, the report says.

"Taliban regime forces are being delivered punishment in Chitral, Khyber, Mohmand, Kurram and Bajaur sectors”, says information ministry.

Says Tel Aviv and New Delhi agree there is “no place for terrorism in the world”; holds "fruitful" talks with president.

Ahead of the talks, Iran’s president insisted the country was not “at all” seeking a nuclear weapon.

Over 90 states — including the 8-nation Muslim bloc — and EU have slammed Tel Aviv’s move to declare large areas of West Bank as "state land".

Gerald Brown accused of having “conspired with foreign nationals to provide combat aircraft training to pilots in the Chinese Air Force”.

Under pressure from the “Japanese first” Sanseito party, the right-wing Takaichi has vowed tougher measures on immigration.

Although Sunday's clash is nominally a Super Eights game, it is in reality a straight shootout.

Pakistan fail to reach semi-final; it’s time to get rid of deadwood.

The 2024 runners-up have already secured a semi-final place ahead of their match in New Delhi on Sunday.

“We are out of the semis due to our failure in decision-making in pressure situations," he says; adds that he will not make an immediate call on whether to stand down as captain.

Defeat deals another blow to the Hammers’ hopes of survival as they remain two points adrift of safety.

The result left New Zealand with four points, with England already through with six.

The former cricketer says he is responding because his son is old enough to read the gossip.

Celtic bowed out of Europe after losing 4-2 on aggregate to Stuttgart despite a 1-0 away win in the second leg of their knockout phase play-off tie.

Aprilia’s Bezzecchi roared round the Buriram course in 1 min 28.526 sec to top the timesheets, 0.421 sec in front of Ducati’s second-placed Marquez.

New Zealand have to wait on the outcome of Saturday’s clash between Sri Lanka and Pakistan in Kandy to know if they have qualified for the semis.

India batter Tilak Varma remains cautious of his team’s plans against the West Indies.

Vinicius scored the winning goal in a 2-1 victory on the night to secure a 3-1 aggregate success for Real in the play-off tie in Madrid.

Cricket has yet to resume in Afghanistan due to the political situation and the national side play their home fixtures in the United Arab Emirates.

The former world number one boasts 22 career titles but has never won the same tournament twice.

“Most teams have moved on with the times playing T20 cricket, but we have stagnated and made little progress," former captain Marvan Atapattu says.

A win for New Zealand in Friday's Super Eights clash in Colombo will see them top Group 2 and join the already-qualified England in the final four.

“We are committed to taking Pakistan hockey to new heights,” Mohyuddin says.

“The four matches that we’ve played here, conditions have played very differently throughout the game" he says.

Having already beaten Inter at home 3-1, the Scandinavians edged the Italians 2-1 at the iconic San Siro on Tuesday to reach the last 16 of the Champions League.

Black Caps secure 61-run win against co-hosts.

Mexico is one of the three host countries for the World Cup, along with the United States and Canada.

“But I think you pick a squad of 15, knowing that you could potentially be in both countries on slightly slower wickets, on some flat ones as well.” he says.

Sesko started the move that led to the winning goal as all of United’s 200 million ($270 million) trio of attacking signings last summer combined to great effect.

France enjoyed their best ever Winter Games haul in Milano-Cortina. Their 23 medals included eight golds.

"We need to beat Sri Lanka in our last match on Saturday and then hope other results go our way," he says.

"I calmly await this trial, which will allow the truth to come out publicly," Moroccan footballer says.

They might just spend the night figuring out how Usman Tariq managed to drop Jacob Bethell's catch.

ECB asks franchises to be wary of discrimination.

The Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen? The Pindiz? The Sialkot Stallionz? What is going on?

“Hopefully we could turn the sea of blue that we’re used to when we play against India into some black shirts as well.” says Mitchell.

South Africa are currently in third place in the standings after sharing a series 1-1 in Pakistan and beating India 2-0 in India.

Secure a colossal 107-run victory, with Shimron Hetmyer blasting 85 off 34 balls.

“What we saw in the Sri Lanka-England game was that the ball was gripping and England struggled against spin,” says Sahibzada Farhan.

India came into the T20 World Cup as hot favourites on home soil but were thrashed by 76 runs in their first Super Eight match against South Africa.

They head home to a significant pile-on from former Australian greats and an acerbic media who expected more.