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PPP chairman defends imposition of governor’s rule in KP; urges opposition to take part in proposed electoral reforms committee.

Updated 06 Nov, 2026 09:29pm

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Houthis claim strikes on market in Yemen’s Taiz province kill 20

Iran's Araghchi discusses regional de-escalation with Tunisia, Iraq.

Updated 06 Nov, 2026 09:11pm

Newsroom bomb threats follow escalating European flight hoaxes

Danish police investigate threats directed at air traffic at Copenhagen airport; immediate assessment indicates no danger to passengers.

Updated 06 Nov, 2026 09:34pm

Makkah Defence Alliance secretary general to assume duties in Riyadh soon: FO

Pakistan will continue its efforts to facilitate dialogue in the conflict involving Iran and the United States, spokesperson says.

Updated 06 Nov, 2026 06:24pm

Meghan Markle's estranged father arrested for child pornography possession: US authorities

Thomas Markle is accused of possessing child sexual abuse material, including photographs depicting himself with minor girls.

Updated 06 Nov, 2026 10:12pm

Turkish vessel to arrive in Karachi between Nov 17-20 to begin offshore oil, gas exploration

Petroleum Division says development marks the revival of Pakistan’s offshore exploration efforts after nearly two decades.

Updated 06 Nov, 2026 08:06pm

Usman Khan’s unbeaten century powers Pakistan to emphatic win over UAE in U-19 Asia Cup

Usman leads chase with an unbeaten 139 off 120 balls, hitting 21 fours and a six.

Published 06 Nov, 2026 07:56pm

Imaan, Hadi move IHC against conviction in security breach case

Move applications seeking suspension of their sentences and release on bail pending appeal; over 20 rights groups call for Imaan and Hadi's release.

Updated 06 Nov, 2026 06:20pm

Elon Musk's futuristic Cybertruck rolls toward exit

Tesla will stop building the truck at its Texas factory around the middle of 2027 to free up space for its Cybercab robotaxi, Musk says.

Published 06 Nov, 2026 08:07pm

PM seeks roadmap for ‘100pc’ digital payments system, stresses countrywide internet access

Meeting on cashless economy informed that payments in “most institutions” would be fully digitised by Dec; campaign ordered to encourage payments of electricity, gas bills via QR codes.

Published 06 Nov, 2026 05:39pm

Pakistan Wins Tri-Nation Series as Fakhar Zaman and Arafat Minhas Shine

Brazil’s Amazon Strategy: What Can Pakistan Learn About Forest Conservation?

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?

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Asif sees attempt to set ground for 'alternative arrangement' in Punjab amid Maryam-Salik row

Punjab CM directs DCs to highlight govt initiatives at colleges, varsities

LHC CJ shows displeasure over cops making TikTok videos about missing girls

Shafay standing by Salik, says his brother never named CM Maryam, could be referring to systematic corruption

Sahiwal police register 14-year-old girl's rape case after months

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Editorial: As Trump’s hold on Congress weakens, Pakistan should move from personal to institutional US ties

Trumpism will survive the midterm loss, and elections alone will not bring structural change, in the US or beyond

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Pakistan Wins Tri-Nation Series as Fakhar Zaman and Arafat Minhas Shine

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Pakistan’s first locally assembled electric SUV - JAECOO J5 BEV launched at Rs5,999,000 and Rs6,699,000

Its introduction reflects the growing shift towards electric mobility and brings a locally assembled, fully electric SUV to Pakistani customers.

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No makeup, no filters: What’s Zoya Nasir hinting at?

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The key is understanding which fats to choose and what to look for in the cooking oil we use every day.

Metros

Asif sees attempt to set ground for 'alternative arrangement' in Punjab amid Maryam-Salik row

Punjab CM directs DCs to highlight govt initiatives at colleges, varsities

LHC CJ shows displeasure over cops making TikTok videos about missing girls

Shafay standing by Salik, says his brother never named CM Maryam, could be referring to systematic corruption

Sahiwal police register 14-year-old girl's rape case after months

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

Trump faces new political reality as Democrats vow investigations

It will be the first time that Trump, a Republican who also held the White House from 2017 to 2021, has had to contend with a Democratic-controlled Congress in both chambers.

World , Updated 05 Nov, 2026 05:00pm

Trump faces new political reality as Democrats vow investigations

Petrol price slashed by Rs9.41 per litre, high-speed diesel by Rs5.56

Following the revision, petrol will retail at Rs352.59 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs382.25.

Business , Published 05 Nov, 2026 10:49pm

Petrol price slashed by Rs9.41 per litre, high-speed diesel by Rs5.56

FCC bars PHC from hearing cases related to PTI workers' preventive detention

Takes up pleas against grant of interim bail to detainees by PHC.

Pakistan , Updated 05 Nov, 2026 06:35pm

FCC bars PHC from hearing cases related to PTI workers' preventive detention

Riyadh rolls over $3bn as prospects of $10bn US facility wane

Finance minister says proposed US facility not essential, would provide additional support if secured; Saudi facility extended for "reasonable period".

Newspaper , Published 05 Nov, 2026 07:00am

Riyadh rolls over $3bn as prospects of $10bn US facility wane

Democratic takeover of US Congress: What happens next

Emboldened by victories deep in traditional Republican territory, the party is promising swift action on living costs and the war in Iran, while signalling that investigations of alleged abuses and corruption will be a major priority.

World , Published 04 Nov, 2026 12:33pm

Democratic takeover of US Congress: What happens next

Turning of the American tide

What looks clever in one season reads very differently at a hearing in the next.

Newspaper , Updated 05 Nov, 2026 01:16pm

CDF visits SSG headquarters, stresses operational readiness for tackling security threats: ISPR

ISPR says CDF Munir briefed on SSG's “specialised training, operational preparedness and mission-oriented readiness”.

Pakistan , Updated 05 Nov, 2026 07:43pm

CDF visits SSG headquarters, stresses operational readiness for tackling security threats: ISPR

Blue wave

While Trump does not usually learn from his errors, perhaps seeing the response of the American voters he may attempt a wiser course.

Newspaper , Updated 05 Nov, 2026 01:14pm

Petrol price dropped by Rs7.06 per litre, high-speed diesel by Rs3.71

Following the revision, petrol will retail at Rs362.00 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs387.81.

Business , Updated 04 Nov, 2026 11:23pm

Petrol price dropped by Rs7.06 per litre, high-speed diesel by Rs3.71

Govt announces public holiday on Nov 9 for Iqbal Day

Notification issued by Cabinet Division says Nov 9 shall be a public holiday throughout the country.

Pakistan , Updated 05 Nov, 2026 07:53pm

Govt announces public holiday on Nov 9 for Iqbal Day

US Vice President JD Vance says Iran war is 'the reason we lost' midterms

Vance, a longtime vocal critic of US foreign interventionism, has reportedly been sceptical behind the scenes about the war on Iran.

World , Updated 05 Nov, 2026 01:49am

US Vice President JD Vance says Iran war is 'the reason we lost' midterms

'We did it!': Democrat El-Sayed hails US Senate win, becomes first Muslim elected to upper chamber of Congress

Addressing US Vice President Vance, El-Sayed says in his victory speech: “You're constitutionally obligated to swear me in in January".

World , Updated 04 Nov, 2026 07:02pm

'We did it!': Democrat El-Sayed hails US Senate win, becomes first Muslim elected to upper chamber of Congress

New LPG policy

If the policy is enforced effectively, it could potentially help end shortages and slash prices. But the question remains whether it will.

Newspaper , Updated 05 Nov, 2026 04:26pm

Pakistan go down to India despite late onslaught in SAFF Championship opener

Trailing 3-0 at half-time, Pakistan mounted a spirited fightback, with Najeebullah and Alamgir finding the net in injury time to give the Shaheens hope of an unlikely comeback.

Sport , Published 05 Nov, 2026 05:42pm

Pakistan go down to India despite late onslaught in SAFF Championship opener

Rizwan stages resounding comeback in domestic cricket after England tour controversy

Wicketkeeper-batter finishes the day unbeaten on 200 off 252 balls, hitting 35 fours and one six.

Sport , Published 04 Nov, 2026 09:33pm

Rizwan stages resounding comeback in domestic cricket after England tour controversy

Pakistan successfully tests its first indigenously developed air-to-air missile Fa’az: ISPR

Military's media wing says Fa'az is equipped with a state-of-the-art terminal guidance system and can engage enemy targets at longer ranges.

Pakistan , Updated 04 Nov, 2026 01:29am

Pakistan successfully tests its first indigenously developed air-to-air missile Fa’az: ISPR

Number of blue passports brought down to 49,000 from 74,000, DG says

Senate deputy chairman lauds promotion of using technology to facilitate public.

Pakistan , Updated 05 Nov, 2026 08:22am

Number of blue passports brought down to 49,000 from 74,000, DG says

Pakistan's Maliha Ali topples Russia's Drozdova at MMA world championships

Maliha secured the first two rounds using strong cage control and ground strikes, and managed to fend off a late takedown attempt in the match.

Sport , Published 04 Nov, 2026 12:01pm

Pakistan's Maliha Ali topples Russia's Drozdova at MMA world championships

Refinery audit may cut prices by Rs40-50/litre

Sector earns Rs32.2bn in July-Sept, almost 20 times higher than Rs1.6bn a year ago.

Newspaper , Published 04 Nov, 2026 07:00am

Refinery audit may cut prices by Rs40-50/litre

Gadi Eisenkot tipped to seek Israel government with backing of Arab lists

Arab-majority lists won an unprecedented 19 seats in the election, making them potential kingmakers if Eisenkot’s opposition chooses to work with them.

World , Published 05 Nov, 2026 10:03pm

Gadi Eisenkot tipped to seek Israel government with backing of Arab lists

Khamenei sees little chance of US policy shift after polls

Iran’s chief negotiator says Americans have voted against war

Newspaper , Published 05 Nov, 2026 07:00am

Khamenei sees little chance of US policy shift after polls

Official says 273 arrested in NCCIA raid on 'illegal' call centre on Karachi's Sharea Faisal

Agency claims raid part of a major operation against an alleged international fraud network; suspects' relatives stage protest on main artery, hampering traffic.

Pakistan , Updated 05 Nov, 2026 11:17pm

Official says 273 arrested in NCCIA raid on 'illegal' call centre on Karachi's Sharea Faisal

Punjab CM launches development projects worth Rs23bn in Attock

Agri Mall, land record centre, model children’s home, Fatehjang Special Education Centre and road schemes inaugurated.

Pakistan , Published 04 Nov, 2026 07:01am

Punjab CM launches development projects worth Rs23bn in Attock

Country’s external debt nearly doubles in a decade

World Bank’s global debt report shows figure climbed from $68.7bn in 2015 to $135.1bn in 2025; China remains Pakistan’s largest single creditor.

Newspaper , Published 06 Nov, 2026 06:58am

Country’s external debt nearly doubles in a decade

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Reviewing ties

With the Democrats clawing back power in Congress, changes in America’s approach to global engagement are likely to occur.

Genuine engagement

THE PTI-led opposition alliance TTAP appears to have finally brought an initially reluctant Maulana Fazlur Rahman on...

Human bondage

Law enforcement and political quarters are notorious for protecting the perpetrators, instead of ensuring legal implementation. Systemic coercion will keep Pakistan from becoming a humane state.