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‘Hit them hard’: CDF Munir vows to continue campaign against Indian-sponsored terrorist outfits

In visit to the Peshawar Corps Headquarters, CDF briefed on security situation in KP, ongoing counterterrorism operations and border management measures.

Updated 23 Oct, 2026 12:21pm

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Trump says US has knocked 'the hell out' of Iran, signals possible resumption of military action

Saudi-led coalition says intercepted Houthi missile launched towards Riyadh.

Updated 23 Oct, 2026 11:01am

DPM Dar departs for Istanbul ahead of R-4 bloc, European E3 diplomats’ meetings

The R-4 bloc’s meeting with the United Kingdom, France and Germany will be the first such meeting in this format, the FO says.

Updated 23 Oct, 2026 11:08am

Lahore tops global pollution ranking as air quality turns ‘hazardous’

IQAir recommends avoiding outdoor exercise, closing windows to keep outdoor air out, wearing a mask outdoors and installing an air purifier indoors.

Published 23 Oct, 2026 12:14pm

China orders 'all-out' rescue after Tibet quake kills 16

President Zardari, PM Shehbaz reaffirm Pakistan's solidarity with China in separate statements.

Published 23 Oct, 2026 11:05am

PCB opens direct signings window for PSL teams, announces pre-season roadmap

The player-movement cycle has begun with immediate effect, with the Player Auction scheduled for Jan 23 next year.

Published 23 Oct, 2026 10:44am

Taiwan shuts down ahead of Typhoon Champi, nearly 1,000 flights cancelled

One person was killed and 171 were injured in Taiwan, where the government said 2,639 people had been evacuated from mountainous areas.

Published 23 Oct, 2026 12:32pm

Peshawar High Court bars arrest of KP Assembly deputy speaker

Court also allows Suriya Bibi to retain official residence, suspends order to vacate it.

Updated 23 Oct, 2026 07:27am

ATC indicts PAF officer’s murderer, summons witnesses

Proceedings adjourned until November 2; PAF Group Captain was martyred in Islamabad in a bid to save a woman as the suspect was trying to take her away “forcefully” in July.

Updated 23 Oct, 2026 09:20am

Houthi attacks on Saudi sites claim four more lives

Rebels claim targeting Saudi defence ministry, Aramco installations, Dammam airport.

Published 23 Oct, 2026 07:05am

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

El Niño & Pakistan’s Smog: What’s the Real Connection?

Babar Azam at 32: Is He One of Pakistan’s Greatest Ever?

75 Years of Pakistan-Germany Ties: What Comes Next?

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Lahore tops global pollution ranking as air quality turns ‘hazardous’

Delayed filing of ownership statements: Lahore High Court annuls SECP penalties on mill directors

In-custody suspect killed in ‘encounter’ in Lahore

Vehari police book alleged rapists of woman, recover her three kidnapped kids

Faisalabad rickshaw drivers protest against LPG overcharging

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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

El Niño & Pakistan’s Smog: What’s the Real Connection?

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75 Years of Pakistan-Germany Ties: What Comes Next?

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Nishat Group and LUXEED sign strategic MoU to bring Premium New Energy Vehicles to Pakistan

Pakistan’s diversified business group joins hands with LUXEED, with the backing of Chery Group, to build a premium new energy ecosystem for Pakistani customers

A deeper connection to Madinah: Knowledge economic city makes its Pakistan debut at the Saudi-Pakistan Real Estate Expo

KEC will present its full masterplan and Al Alyaa residential community, introducing a connected lifestyle destination in a city cherished by generations of Pakistani families.

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Metros

Lahore tops global pollution ranking as air quality turns ‘hazardous’

Delayed filing of ownership statements: Lahore High Court annuls SECP penalties on mill directors

In-custody suspect killed in ‘encounter’ in Lahore

Vehari police book alleged rapists of woman, recover her three kidnapped kids

Faisalabad rickshaw drivers protest against LPG overcharging

Pakistan, Qatar, Turkiye and Indonesia sign 'Badr' defence cooperation pact

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, who was present at the signing, says "memorandum reflects Islamabad’s shared commitment to contributing to regional peace and stability".

Pakistan , Updated 22 Oct, 2026 07:18am

Pakistan, Qatar, Turkiye and Indonesia sign 'Badr' defence cooperation pact

Maldives president, CDF Munir stress importance of strengthening defence cooperation

20 MoUs signed; PM Shehbaz vows to strengthen Maldives ties for "all time to come".

Pakistan , Updated 22 Oct, 2026 08:42am

Maldives president, CDF Munir stress importance of strengthening defence cooperation

CDF Munir-Pezeshkian meeting raises peace hopes

Tehran says acceptance of its 7-point proposal can be starting point for renewed talks with US.

World , Published 21 Oct, 2026 07:01am

CDF Munir-Pezeshkian meeting raises peace hopes

Man accused of running over Multan teenager killed in alleged CCD encounter

Suspect allegedly escaped from police custody while on a three-day physical remand.

Pakistan , Updated 21 Oct, 2026 08:47pm

Man accused of running over Multan teenager killed in alleged CCD encounter

Profit rates on National Savings schemes increased from Oct 21

The profit rates on Behbood Savings Certificates, Pensioners’ Benefit Accounts and Shuhada Family Welfare Accounts have been raised to 12.96pc from 12.72pc.

Business , Published 21 Oct, 2026 11:22am

Profit rates on National Savings schemes increased from Oct 21

Real FBR reform

REFORM of the FBR has always been easier to promise than to deliver. Since the late 1990s, governments have tried...

Newspaper , Published 21 Oct, 2026 07:04am

Maldives president arrives in Pakistan for three-day visit

The visit marks the first by a Maldivian president to Pakistan in 11 years, and comes as both nations celebrate the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties in 1966.

Pakistan , Updated 20 Oct, 2026 11:56pm

Maldives president arrives in Pakistan for three-day visit

Makkah pact clarity

Fresh aggression can kick off a firestorm that will be in no one’s control, hence it is best to abandon such reckless plans.

Newspaper , Updated 22 Oct, 2026 08:48am

A rubber-stamp parliament

The ruling coalition is bound to pay a heavy political price for its undemocratic actions.

Newspaper , Updated 21 Oct, 2026 08:37am

Pakistan warns India against attempt to alter strategic balance

NCA adviser Khalid Kidwai reminds India of Pakistan’s Full Spectrum Deterrence policy; says Pakistan never has and never will accept strategic imbalances to be induced in South Asia.

World , Updated 21 Oct, 2026 07:53am

Pakistan warns India against attempt to alter strategic balance

Draft auto policy sent to cabinet

PM ‘okays’ five-year roadmap; policy targets $6bn exports, tariff cuts by 2031; proposes 1pc sales tax on EVs.

Business , Published 21 Oct, 2026 07:04am

Main suspect accused of visa fraud in student's suicide case killed in firing by accomplices: police

Police spokesperson says other cops present at the site of the incident remained safe “due to bulletproof jackets and protective measures”.

Pakistan , Updated 21 Oct, 2026 03:23am

Main suspect accused of visa fraud in student's suicide case killed in firing by accomplices: police

PHC orders provisional de-sealing of KP Assembly deputy speaker's official residence

Restrains law enforcement agencies from arresting Suriya Bibi till further orders.

Pakistan , Published 21 Oct, 2026 08:17pm

PHC orders provisional de-sealing of KP Assembly deputy speaker's official residence

Text of the Makkah defence agreement

This agreement has been signed in three original copies in the Turkish, Arabic, and English languages, each text being equally authentic.

World , Updated 21 Oct, 2026 07:45am

‘Where are the courts?’: Killing of Multan suspect in alleged CCD encounter sparks concern among lawyers, journalists

Lawyers and journalists voice concerns over extrajudicial killings, criticise MPA for "celebrating" the death.

Pakistan , Updated 21 Oct, 2026 05:58pm

‘Where are the courts?’: Killing of Multan suspect in alleged CCD encounter sparks concern among lawyers, journalists

Missing lawmakers

Some lawmakers have reportedly been in detention since before Oct 11.

Newspaper , Updated 21 Oct, 2026 08:32am

Pakistani national who allegedly defrauded US Postal Service of $126m arrested in Lahore: NCCIA

Suspect accused of selling more than 5m counterfeit stamps online; total value of transactions estimated at approximately Rs35bn.

Pakistan , Updated 20 Oct, 2026 11:36pm

Pakistani national who allegedly defrauded US Postal Service of $126m arrested in Lahore: NCCIA

‘Letting roots of Pak-India conflict fester invites more danger’

Ex-CJCSC warns against ignoring Kashmir dispute, Indus treaty suspension.

Newspaper , Updated 22 Oct, 2026 07:45am

‘Letting roots of Pak-India conflict fester invites more danger’

PTI leadership ‘turns on itself’ after protest debacle

Raja "rebukes" move by KP lawmakers to nominate Gandapur as interim KP president.

Pakistan , Updated 22 Oct, 2026 07:34am

PTI leadership ‘turns on itself’ after protest debacle

Makkah alliance binds partners to decade-long pact

Turkiye seeks parliamentary nod for defence agreement; officials say Ankara’s support may be limited to provision of weapons, equipment and intelligence sharing.

World , Updated 21 Oct, 2026 07:35am

Makkah alliance binds partners to decade-long pact

Peshawar High Court hears petitions against governor’s rule today

Barrister Gohar seeks permission to file amended petition to also challenge parliamentary resolutions endorsing the government's move.

Pakistan , Updated 20 Oct, 2026 09:43am

Peshawar High Court hears petitions against governor’s rule today

Pakistani who allegedly defrauded US Postal Service remanded in NCCIA Lahore's custody

Magistrate grants cybercrime agency 5-day physical remand of the suspect, who is accused of selling fake US postage labels.

Pakistan , Published 21 Oct, 2026 07:03pm

Pakistani who allegedly defrauded US Postal Service remanded in NCCIA Lahore's custody

Draft auto policy revs up hopes for cheaper vehicles

PHEVs may see price reductions of over 20pc under proposed tax changes; petrol, hybrid vehicles may become around 8-10pc.

Business , Published 22 Oct, 2026 05:41am

Draft auto policy revs up hopes for cheaper vehicles

PM Shehbaz ready to build consensus on counterterrorism if opposition willing to: Sanaullah

Speaking in the Senate, the PML-N leader urges opposition to “set other demands aside”.

Pakistan , Updated 20 Oct, 2026 04:32pm

PM Shehbaz ready to build consensus on counterterrorism if opposition willing to: Sanaullah

IMF urges Pakistan to move beyond fiscal targets

Jihad Azour calls for broader, more predictable tax system.

Business , Published 21 Oct, 2026 07:04am

IMF urges Pakistan to move beyond fiscal targets

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Nuclear uncertainty

With matters frozen in the political and diplomatic spheres, it will take military-to-military engagement to prevent miscalculation in the strategic sphere.