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Multi-state forum presses Afghanistan on terror support

Host Iran taps regional players as reliable actors, warns against prescriptions "imported" from foreign powers; Kabul regime declines invitation to attend.

Updated 15 Dec, 2025 07:33am

Washington, New Delhi press for UN terror designations

Jointly call on UN to impose fresh sanctions on affiliates of Islamic State group and Al Qaeda, as well as on Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammad and their alleged proxy networks.

Updated 15 Dec, 2025 08:03am

Pakistan Ulema Council urges Kabul to implement Afghan clerics’ resolution against militancy abroad

“It is now the responsibility of the Afghan interim government to ensure the implementation of the recent declaration issued by its scholars,” says PUC Chairman Hafiz Tahir Mahmood Ashrafi.

Updated 15 Dec, 2025 08:39am

PIA dispels ‘fake news’ of crew disappearance in Toronto

Says rumour was circulated by "certain anti-Pakistan quarters on social media".

Updated 15 Dec, 2025 07:16am

Police detain person of interest in Brown University shooting

'Shelter-in-place’ lifted as authorities cease search for suspects; 2 killed, 9 wounded in incident.

Updated 15 Dec, 2025 08:15am

Victory for medicinal plant highly prized for its resin

Gughar has now been listed in the Appendix II of Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Flora and Fauna.

Updated 15 Dec, 2025 09:04am

CTD official found shot dead in Panjgur

CTD official identified as Khalil Ahmed, who was kidnapped at gunpoint from the Tusp area of Panjgur.

Published 15 Dec, 2025 05:52am

Security forces kill 13 terrorists in two separate KP operations: ISPR

The operations were conducted in Mohmand and Bannu districts of the province, according to ISPR.

Updated 14 Dec, 2025 09:45pm

Suspect involved in Australia Bondi Beach shooting identified: police

Ten killed in incident, which took place at Jewish holiday event; police say IED found in car linked to a suspect.

Updated 14 Dec, 2025 10:02pm

PTI demands cessation of Imran’s ‘solitary confinement’ following UN expert’s report

“This matter is no longer just about a political prisoner but has become a test of the credibility of law, justice, and human rights in Pakistan," party says.

Published 14 Dec, 2025 08:36pm

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Fans vandalise India stadium after football star Messi’s abrupt exit

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World , Published 13 Dec, 2025 05:35pm

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Pakistan Army takes top spot with 353 medals as National Games closing ceremony held in Karachi

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Sport , Updated 13 Dec, 2025 07:08pm

Pakistan Army takes top spot with 353 medals as National Games closing ceremony held in Karachi

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Khawaja Asif holds ex-ISI chief Faiz Hameed responsible for Nawaz’s ouster, says more charges to come

"There are still other charges on which legal proceedings will be initiated soon," he says.

, Updated 13 Dec, 2025 02:55pm

Khawaja Asif holds ex-ISI chief Faiz Hameed responsible for Nawaz’s ouster, says more charges to come

Analysts say US package to keep Pakistan’s F-16s combat-ready through 2040

Describe networking capability as one of the most consequential elements of the deal.

Pakistan , Published 13 Dec, 2025 01:18pm

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Apex court overturns DNA test order to determine parentage

Says paternity challenges cause humiliation, stigma and harm to family honour.

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Husband can’t face rape charge before divorce finalised: LHC

Justice Tariq Saleem Sheikh observes that although Islamic law recognises multiple forms of Talaq, Pakistani law mandates a specific legal mechanism.

Pakistan , Published 13 Dec, 2025 05:43am

Husband can’t face rape charge before divorce finalised: LHC

100 bus stops being constructed for green bus project

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Explainer: Super flu in Pakistan ‘warrants caution but no need to panic’, say health experts

Surge in flu cases driven primarily by influenza A(H3N2) and an emerging subclade known as subclade K, according to WHO.

Pakistan , Updated 13 Dec, 2025 03:38pm

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Using official cavalcade, Punjab minister travels 700km to dine at a wedding

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CDF Field Marshal Munir says Pakistan Army fully focused on internal, external challenges

CDF Munir visits Gujranwala and Sialkot garrisons, briefed on formation’s operational readiness and key initiatives for strengthening combat preparedness, ISPR says.

Pakistan , Published 13 Dec, 2025 02:41pm

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Newspaper , Published 13 Dec, 2025 05:44am

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Newspaper , Updated 13 Dec, 2025 09:20am

Petroleum prices likely to see up to Rs12 per litre dip

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Newspaper , Updated 13 Dec, 2025 07:48am

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Three boys martyred in KP’s Bannu as quadcopter crashes

Afghan girl killed in Lower South Waziristan IED blast.

Pakistan , Updated 14 Dec, 2025 07:23am

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PM Shehbaz says economy ‘out of the woods’, key indicators show ‘wonderful’ performance

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Pakistan , Updated 13 Dec, 2025 08:31pm

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