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Senate chairman issues production orders of PTI’s Ejaz Chaudhry, Aon Abbas for Saturday

"If a production order is not enforced, it ruins the environment in parliament," Yousaf Raza Gilani says.

Published 07 Mar, 2025 10:43pm

Afghan Citizen Card holders ‘advised’ by govt to leave country by March 31

Interior ministry says deportations of illegal foreigners and ACC holders will commence from April 1.

Published 07 Mar, 2025 10:07pm

Trump says he wrote to Iran urging nuclear talks

"I hope ... to negotiate because if we have to go in militarily, it’s going to be a terrible thing for them," says US president; Iran says no talks with US under "maximum pressure" policy.

Updated 07 Mar, 2025 08:56pm

US cancels $400m in grants, contracts to Columbia University over antisemitism allegations

Yemen's Houthis give Israel four-day deadline to lift Gaza aid blockage.

Updated 07 Mar, 2025 11:08pm

Portfolios assigned to new cabinet inductees

Pervez Khattak appointed interior aide, Shaza Fatima appointed federal minister for IT, Mustafa Kamal appointed minister for national health services.

Updated 07 Mar, 2025 06:51pm

Trump threatens new Russia sanctions over Ukraine attacks

“To Russia and Ukraine, get to the table right now, before it is too late,” US president says on social media.

Published 07 Mar, 2025 09:10pm

Police take 25 Ahmadis into ‘protective custody’ as mob gathers at worship place in Karachi’s Surjani Town

Ahmadi community spokesperson criticises police move, says it is "grave violation of human rights and Pakistan’s Constitution".

Updated 07 Mar, 2025 09:50pm

Man allegedly guns down mother, 2 siblings in KP’s Nowshera: police

Rescue 1122 official says suspect allegedly carried out the shooting after an argument with his family.

Published 07 Mar, 2025 11:51pm

LHC issues notices on PTI’s plea against Punjab govt’s promotional supplement

Plea says, "dynasty and clan of Sharif family promoted through wastage of public funds and taxpayers’ money".

Updated 07 Mar, 2025 05:22pm

HRCP concerned over FIR lodged against students protesting canals project

Deplores use of disproportionate force; calls for FIR to be withdrawn against students, those still in custody to be released.

Published 07 Mar, 2025 05:23pm

Trump Names 13-Year-Old Cancer Patient an Honorary Secret Service Agent

Trump Escalates Trade Dispute with Canada & Mexico

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Pakistan awaits official word on possible US travel ban

Rubio announces visa restrictions on those facilitating illegal immigration; ambassador Rizwan Shaikh says nothing official yet.

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New Trump travel ban could bar Afghans, Pakistanis soon: report

Three sources say Pakistan to also be recommended for inclusion in govt review of countries’ security and vetting risks.

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Pakistan rises to second in Global Terrorism Index

TTP emerges as one of fastest-growing terror groups globally, responsible for 52pc of deaths in 2024.

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Deli Boys is a show about two Pakistani brothers, but Tan France says it’s not just for brown people

The Queer Eye star makes his scripted TV debut in Hulu’s new comedy-drama and promises it’s a must-watch for everyone.

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Why the Trumpian chainsaw to the global order may be an opportunity for Pakistan

Washington’s chainsaw to the old order may look terrifying from the outside, but if Pakistan uses this as the impetus to unleash its own process of creative destruction, the country can find its footing in a rapidly changing global landscape.

Uzair M. Younus Published 03 Mar, 2025 10:16am

Exodus from Pakistan: Why are thousands risking everything to escape?

A country's failure to provide hope and opportunity has turned migration into a desperate escape, forcing its people into perilous journeys only to face rejection, tragedy, or death.

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