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Iran says possible to resume negotiating process, exchange of messages ongoing via mediators

Baqaei says Iran is considering a two-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz if the US agrees to its conditions.

Updated 02 Nov, 2026 02:29pm

US-backed consortium proposes $4.4bn LNG project for Pakistan

Proposal envisages four tanks holding 560,000 cubic metres at Port Qasim in first phase of the plan that also includes a 1,100km upcountry gas pipeline.

Published 02 Nov, 2026 07:28am

Lahore's air quality index crosses 530 as pollution reaches hazardous levels

The worsening air quality comes amid a sharp increase in agricultural fire detections across Punjab.

Published 02 Nov, 2026 11:39am

LHC seeks report from Punjab Home Department on extended detention of Imran's sisters

Petitioner's counsel contends extension of detention is unlawful.

Updated 02 Nov, 2026 12:48pm

Pakistan assumes chairmanship of SCO Interbank Consortium for 2026-27

HBL Chairman Sultan Ali Allana takes over the role; ministry reaffirms commitment to stronger economic ties, cross-border trade and regional integration among SCO members.

Published 02 Nov, 2026 12:25pm

US midterms: Michigan Democrat's endorsement of Republican ruffles critical Senate race

Michigan Democrat Haley Stevens, who lost the Senate primary to Abdul El-Sayed in a bitterly ‌contested race, publicly backs Republican Mike Rogers.

Updated 02 Nov, 2026 01:16pm

Nine people dead in Learjet crash in south Florida, officials say

Videos on social media show the jet slamming into the ground next to a road and exploding.

Updated 02 Nov, 2026 10:46am

Pakistan outperforms Vietnam in rice exports

Basmati exports absorb shock waves of the US-Iran conflict, sea route disruptions.

Published 02 Nov, 2026 06:06am

Production at Reko Diq project could be delayed by two years to 2030

Iran situation, along with persistent security challenges in Balochistan, has reportedly pushed investors to adjust the 2028 timeline.

Published 02 Nov, 2026 09:23am

Governor Kundi says Centre failing to give KP support it deserves

Says collective efforts needed to restore province’s positive image.

Updated 02 Nov, 2026 10:44am

Can Pakistan’s Judicial Independence Survive the 27th Amendment?

Pakistan Is Attracting More Transshipment Cargo — Can It Last?

Pakistan Cricket: Is Arafat Minhas the Future of the ODI Team?

COP31 in Antalya: Will the World Finally Address Air Pollution?

Can Pakistani Women Still Get Justice for Workplace Harassment?

Can AI Change How Pakistanis Invest?

Inside Pakistan’s Pizza Industry

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Lahore's air quality index crosses 530 as pollution reaches hazardous levels

LHC seeks report from Punjab Home Department on extended detention of Imran's sisters

Factory worker dies, eight injured in gas cylinder blast in Lahore's Gulberg

M-4 lanes to be expanded within months: Aleem

Mobile phone shop owner hospitalised after ‘police torture’ in Kasur

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Ignite’s National Incubation Centers win prestigious International Award in London

Global recognition underscores Pakistan’s growing innovation ecosystem and its commitment to technology-led economic development.

Tetra Pak and WWF-Pakistan recognise Lahore school for carton recycling achievement

As the Central Region winner, the school received furniture made from recycled Tetra Pak cartons, showing students how used packaging can be turned into useful products.

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Lahore's air quality index crosses 530 as pollution reaches hazardous levels

LHC seeks report from Punjab Home Department on extended detention of Imran's sisters

Factory worker dies, eight injured in gas cylinder blast in Lahore's Gulberg

M-4 lanes to be expanded within months: Aleem

Mobile phone shop owner hospitalised after ‘police torture’ in Kasur

Pakistani three-wheelers go international as automotive manufacturer opens plant in Philippines

Sazgar is introducing its passenger, commercial three-wheelers and electric vehicles in the Southeast Asian country.

Pakistan , Published 30 Oct, 2026 09:12pm

Pakistani three-wheelers go international as automotive manufacturer opens plant in Philippines

CDA directs removal of 'unauthorised' construction at JUI-F chief's residence in Islamabad

Directs that the mentioned violations should be removed within 15 days.

Pakistan , Published 31 Oct, 2026 12:08am

CDA directs removal of 'unauthorised' construction at JUI-F chief's residence in Islamabad

‘Very little, if anything, done for KP’: PM Shehbaz rails against PTI’s governance in province

Premier says federal government was compelled to impose an emergency and governor’s rule in the province as it had no other option.

Pakistan , Updated 01 Nov, 2026 12:56am

‘Very little, if anything, done for KP’: PM Shehbaz rails against PTI’s governance in province

Capt Safdar's remarks about women suffering from illness draw criticism, including from CM Maryam

"Some battles are fought in silence and some wounds are invisible,” the Punjab chief minister says; top lawyers’ bodies condemn remarks about Asma Jahangir.

Pakistan , Updated 31 Oct, 2026 05:53pm

Capt Safdar's remarks about women suffering from illness draw criticism, including from CM Maryam

Netanyahu's bloc finishes ahead in Israel election, but well short of majority

Netanyahu's coalition of right-wing and far-right parties wins 53 of the Knesset's 120 seats; opposition bloc secures 48 seats.

World , Updated 30 Oct, 2026 03:53pm

Netanyahu's bloc finishes ahead in Israel election, but well short of majority

DG ISPR says Pakistan 'cautiously optimistic' on US-Iran mediation

Says Makkah defence pact does not bar new members; adds that Pakistan is committed to defending Saudi Arabia.

Pakistan , Published 30 Oct, 2026 11:19pm

DG ISPR says Pakistan 'cautiously optimistic' on US-Iran mediation

US hears Pakistan’s concerns over terrorism from Afghanistan, would play ‘productive role’ if there is one: Rubio

"We're against terrorism no matter where it emanates from and who it targets," US secretary of state says.

World , Updated 01 Nov, 2026 07:03pm

US hears Pakistan’s concerns over terrorism from Afghanistan, would play ‘productive role’ if there is one: Rubio

CDF Munir, Singapore's FM discuss regional security and bilateral cooperation

PM admires Singapore’s "remarkable economic transformation"; Dar, Singpore's foreign minister discuss possible resumption of direct Pakistan-Singapore flights.

Pakistan , Updated 30 Oct, 2026 07:14pm

CDF Munir, Singapore's FM discuss regional security and bilateral cooperation

China green channel

The green channel is a useful step, given Pakistan identifies which agricultural products it can export, meets Chinese quality standards, and builds dependable supply chains.

Newspaper , Updated 31 Oct, 2026 06:11pm

Excessive punishment

It is unfortunate to see her and her husband punished so harshly for acts that seem downright frivolous compared to the violence actual terrorists routinely perpetrate.

Newspaper , Updated 31 Oct, 2026 08:33am

LPG price twice the official rate in open market

Ogra notifies about Rs15 per kg increase in gas price; LPG selling for up to Rs630 per kg in open market while company-operated franchises are charging up to Rs400 per kg.

Newspaper , Updated 01 Nov, 2026 07:27am

LPG price twice the official rate in open market

PM Shehbaz forms body to review proposed LPG policy reforms

Policy seeks to shift LPG imports and pricing from Ogra to SOEs, which will adopt import-parity rates based on Saudi Aramco prices and actual import costs.

Business , Updated 31 Oct, 2026 07:38am

PM Shehbaz forms body to review proposed LPG policy reforms

The AI paradox

The people sounding the alarm are the same ones writing the code.

Newspaper , Published 31 Oct, 2026 04:18am

Fakhar Zaman and Arafat Minhas lead Pakistan to tri-series glory

For Fakhar Zaman, this was an innings that answered the questions swirling around his place in the side.

Sport , Updated 31 Oct, 2026 09:51pm

Fakhar Zaman and Arafat Minhas lead Pakistan to tri-series glory

Court grants bail to anchorperson Iqrarul Hassan, lawyer confirms

NCCIA tells the court that no further investigation involving Hassan is required.

Pakistan , Published 31 Oct, 2026 02:02pm

Court grants bail to anchorperson Iqrarul Hassan, lawyer confirms

Pakistan’s reforms deficit

Reform is often treated as an event rather than a sustained process.

Newspaper , Updated 31 Oct, 2026 08:42am

Commuters risk life and limb as poles not removed from middle of road in Hyderabad

CM Murad says carriageway carpeted and opened to force Hesco into relocating transmission lines.

Pakistan , Updated 31 Oct, 2026 08:59am

Commuters risk life and limb as poles not removed from middle of road in Hyderabad

1 dead, over 13 injured during stampede at TikToker's mehndi ceremony in Sialkot

TikTok influencer, known as “Mr Pattlo”, was also holding a prize-distribution event at a cricket ground.

Pakistan , Updated 31 Oct, 2026 10:42pm

1 dead, over 13 injured during stampede at TikToker's mehndi ceremony in Sialkot

'I will never go back to sea': 11 fishermen released from Indian captivity reunite with families in Karachi

Fishermen brought to Karachi via Edhi ambulance after being handed over through the Wagah Border two months ago.

Pakistan , Published 30 Oct, 2026 06:29pm

'I will never go back to sea': 11 fishermen released from Indian captivity reunite with families in Karachi

Prime suspect in Gujranwala bride's murder killed in alleged exchange of fire, claims CCD

CCD spokesperson claims that the suspects had been constantly changing locations before their arrest the previous night.

Pakistan , Updated 31 Oct, 2026 02:18pm

Prime suspect in Gujranwala bride's murder killed in alleged exchange of fire, claims CCD

In the rent-a-loan business, you can pay but you can never leave

How private moneylenders trap the poor

Prism , Updated 31 Oct, 2026 05:20pm

In the rent-a-loan business, you can pay but you can never leave

PIA resumes direct flights to China

PIA will operate weekly flights between Islamabad and Beijing every Friday.

Pakistan , Published 01 Nov, 2026 06:28am

The cost of injustice

Diseased societies produce diseased people.

Newspaper , Updated 31 Oct, 2026 08:47am

Cost of provinces

Political parties demanding new provinces must explain how they intend to pay for them and what improvements citizens can expect.

Newspaper , Updated 01 Nov, 2026 07:42am

Disrupted LPG supply

Blaming the Iran border closure is but an attempt to cover up the ministry’s failure to do its basic duty.

Newspaper , Updated 30 Oct, 2026 04:17pm

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