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Naqvi suggests referendum as 'solution' to debate on new administrative units

Interior minister contends he and Bilawal "nearly on the same page" on the need for a reset after PPP chairman calls for "political reset"; says corruption exists across country.

Published 12 Nov, 2026 06:14pm

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Top IRGC commander says no threats, sanctions can stop Iran from growing stronger

Israeli defence minister says no need for opposition approval to launch strikes.

Updated 12 Nov, 2026 06:19pm

At COP31, PM Shehbaz calls for grant-based finance, resilience funding for climate-vulnerable countries

PM Shehbaz highlights Pakistan’s clean energy efforts, but warns that "national effort cannot replace a fair and just global response".

Updated 12 Nov, 2026 06:11pm

Imran’s sisters Uzma, Noreen released from jail after extended detention orders withdrawn, says lawyer

Dr Uzma Khan and Noreen Niazi were detained in September ahead of PTI's protest call.

Updated 12 Nov, 2026 04:22pm

PTI lawmaker moves FCC seeking immediate release of Sohail Afridi, other party workers

Plea calls on respondents to disclose the whereabouts of party workers and leaders taken into custody following the imposition of governor's rule and emergency.

Updated 12 Nov, 2026 06:05pm

'Significant evidence' of placer gold in Punjab rivers, says CM Maryam at minerals investment forum

Describes Pakistan as a “pot of gold”; Balochistan, Sindh CMs and KP governor also attend summit.

Updated 12 Nov, 2026 03:22pm

Pakistan-Sri Lanka Test hit by bad weather after Saqib Khan's heroics

Pakistan, who conceded a slender first innings lead of 12 runs, were 57-1 when bad light and then rain stopped play 45 minutes into the second session.

Updated 12 Nov, 2026 04:37pm

Two policemen, including ASI, martyred in attack on patrolling party in Swabi: DPO

Terrorists attack DI Khan police station with explosive-laden vehicle; no casualties reported.

Published 12 Nov, 2026 03:26pm

China's Xi says Taiwan 'reunification' must happen as history cannot be stopped

Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council says neither the government nor Taiwan’s people can accept “one country, two systems”.

Published 12 Nov, 2026 04:15pm

US marine guard appears to rebuke Hegseth's delegation at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

“All visitors will maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times,” the guard shouted after laughter was heard.

Published 12 Nov, 2026 11:10am

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Imran’s sisters Uzma, Noreen released from jail after extended detention orders withdrawn, says lawyer

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Naqvi suggests referendum as 'solution' to debate on new administrative units

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Govt slashes petrol price by Rs8 per litre, high-speed diesel by Rs7 in another reduction

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