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‘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.

Updated 31 Oct, 2026 04:55pm

Syria weighing whether to join Makkah pact: foreign minister

Asaad al-Shaibani condemns attacks on Gulf states, denounces repeated Israeli attacks on Syrian territory.

Published 31 Oct, 2026 04:49pm

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Iranian supreme leader orders military response without 'geographic limits' to new threats

“If the enemies once again launch military or terrorist attacks, it is the armed forces of the Islamic Republic and the Iranian nation that will determine the time and conditions for ending them,” he says.

Updated 31 Oct, 2026 04:01pm

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.

Published 31 Oct, 2026 03:49pm

Pakistan’s Punjab records 4.2 times more crop-fire detections than Indian Punjab: report

Between October 1 and 29, Okara recorded the highest number of fire spots, at 2,144, followed by Gujranwala with 1,011 and Nankana Sahib with 1,003.

Updated 31 Oct, 2026 04:57pm

AI-based attendance system leads to dismissal of 72 doctors in Balochistan

The total number of employees dismissed from the Health Department has now reached 200.

Published 31 Oct, 2026 04:58pm

UK PM 'open' to slavery apology but not reparations

"I do not think that British people today can be held liable for historical wrongs, however heinous, that happened in a different age under different laws and in which they played no personal part," Andy Burnham says.

Published 31 Oct, 2026 04:31pm

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.

Updated 31 Oct, 2026 02:18pm

Gen Z protests reach Germany as over 160,000 expected at Halloween rallies

The group says it opposes compulsory military service and wants greater investment in education as many young Germans struggle with rising costs.

Published 31 Oct, 2026 10:46am

Singapore FM’s visit focused on enhancing cooperation in trade, infrastructure and digital technologies: FO

Two sides reviewed the entire spectrum of bilateral ties and exchanged views on regional and international developments, FO says.

Published 31 Oct, 2026 01:37pm

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

Pakistan’s Punjab records 4.2 times more crop-fire detections than Indian Punjab: report

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

LHC orders abolition of ‘parchi’ system at hospitals

CM Maryam launches Rs2 trillion PIVOT initiative to boost industry, exports

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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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NEVO Hunter: The world’s first REEV 4x4 Truck - Now made in Pakistan

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

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

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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

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

Pakistan, China sign agreement to operationalise green channel at Sost-Khunjerab border

The arrangement also provides for enhanced information sharing and the exchange of risk alerts between the two customs administrations.

Business , Published 29 Oct, 2026 03:42pm

Pakistan, China sign agreement to operationalise green channel at Sost-Khunjerab border

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

Lawmakers voice alarm over KP situation, seek electoral reforms

Achakzai questions govt’s handling of Tehran diplomacy, Afghanistan ties; Senate resolution seeks coordinated national action to curb population growth.

Newspaper , Updated 30 Oct, 2026 08:29am

Lawmakers voice alarm over KP situation, seek electoral reforms

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

'Not related to defence': Govt responds to Fazl's remarks about Makkah pact countries' meeting in Tehran

Defence minister says he was "not needed in Tehran"; Naqvi explains PM had tasked him with peace efforts; JUI-F’s Murtaza alleges "programme to sling mud" at Fazl.

Pakistan , Updated 30 Oct, 2026 01:04am

'Not related to defence': Govt responds to Fazl's remarks about Makkah pact countries' meeting in Tehran

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New provinces to carry heavy cost

Think tank puts annual recurring bill at Rs47-57bn for two provinces and up to Rs730bn if 30 divisional units were to upgrade to provincial status.

Newspaper , Published 30 Oct, 2026 06:58am

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

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

'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

Pakistan, Turkiye shall 'continue to champion dialogue, diplomacy' alongside bolstering defences: PM Shehbaz

Premier attends event marking Turkiye's 103rd national day; terms Makkah defence pact "important milestone" in Pak-Turk ties.

Pakistan , Published 29 Oct, 2026 11:33pm

Pakistan, Turkiye shall 'continue to champion dialogue, diplomacy' alongside bolstering defences: PM Shehbaz

Nuclear jingoism

The world indulges India through nuclear exceptionalism.

Newspaper , Updated 30 Oct, 2026 09:17am

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia agree to boost cooperation in oil, refineries and minerals

Saudi Arabia announces immediate launch of same-day visa processing for Pakistani citizens at its embassy in Islamabad.

Pakistan , Published 30 Oct, 2026 04:29pm

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia agree to boost cooperation in oil, refineries and minerals

High-speed diesel price crosses Rs400 with Re0.85 increase; no change in petrol rate

Petrol to continue retailing at Rs377.91 per litre, according to notification from Petroleum Division.

Business , Published 29 Oct, 2026 11:43pm

High-speed diesel price crosses Rs400 with Re0.85 increase; no change in petrol rate

IRIS access alone is not legal service, LHC rules

Judge observes that Income Tax Rules limit an electronic address to a fax number or an email address and requires confirmation of transmission.

Newspaper , Published 30 Oct, 2026 06:58am

IRIS access alone is not legal service, LHC rules

Pakistan 'overperformer' in innovation, climbs 4 ranks globally in 2026: report

Report highlights Pakistan’s strengths are concentrated in digital economy, particularly mobile app creation, ICT services exports, high-tech imports, and software spending.

Pakistan , Updated 30 Oct, 2026 02:08am

Pakistan 'overperformer' in innovation, climbs 4 ranks globally in 2026: report

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Newspaper , Published 30 Oct, 2026 07:14am

ATC sentences Imaan, Hadi to 10 years in security breach case

Judge says the objective of the accused was to “compromise the security arrangements through pressuring security officials”.

Pakistan , Updated 29 Oct, 2026 08:43pm

ATC sentences Imaan, Hadi to 10 years in security breach case

Afghanistan's Rashid Khan becomes first men's player to claim 200 T20I wickets

Rashid achieved the feat in his 120th T20 international, with the 28-year-old boasting an average of 13.96 and an economy rate of 6.13.

Sport , Published 30 Oct, 2026 12:02am

Afghanistan's Rashid Khan becomes first men's player to claim 200 T20I wickets

Quintessential capitalism

Subsidies have built giants, and an emerging economy needs them more, not less.

Newspaper , Updated 30 Oct, 2026 08:59am

Trump at odds with reports of Vance’s letter to Iran

US president says outreach focused on medical supplies, not peace talks; Tehran confirms receiving vice president’s letter, no response yet.

World , Updated 30 Oct, 2026 07:45am

Trump at odds with reports of Vance’s letter to Iran

'You are disgusting': Trump lashes out at reporter as he cancels weekend rallies ahead of midterm polls

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World , Published 30 Oct, 2026 11:28am

'You are disgusting': Trump lashes out at reporter as he cancels weekend rallies ahead of midterm polls

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