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2 killed, 2 injured due to falling debris as drone downed over Aramco facility in Saudi Arabia: ministry

Energy ministry says deceased identified as Filipino and Nepalese nationals; one Pakistani and one Indian injured.

Updated 22 Oct, 2026 12:27am

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".

Updated 22 Oct, 2026 06:03am

Govt reduces petrol price by Rs2.71 per litre, ups high-speed diesel rate by Re0.31

Following the revision, petrol will retail at Rs379.31 per litre while HSD will cost Rs390.11 per litre.

Published 21 Oct, 2026 11:16pm

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".

Updated 22 Oct, 2026 12:09am

Suspect should not be deprived of bail in case of 'reasonable doubt' over involvement, SC rules

Justice Mazhar regrets that the petitioner, who was earlier granted bail, was still behind bars due to prosecution's "callous conduct”.

Published 21 Oct, 2026 08:01pm

Government websites go dark after AI-discovered flaw sparks security scramble

Dutch government takes public-facing websites for Port of Rotterdam, government portal Overheid.nl and the national football association KNVB offline.

Published 21 Oct, 2026 09:58pm

ATC appoints state counsel for Imaan, Hadi in security breach case

Advocate Taimur Janjua had previously also been appointed to represent the couple in the social media posts case, and Imaan and Hadi had objected to his appointment.

Published 21 Oct, 2026 06:28pm

LHC moved for release of Imran's sisters as 30-day detention period ends

Plea says detention of Imran's sisters against the law and fundamental rights of the individuals".

Published 21 Oct, 2026 09:45pm

Apple will have limited iPhone Duo units available in stores on Friday

Online order pickup and limited walk-in purchases will be available in the United States, Australia, Canada, Mexico and much of the UK and Europe.

Published 21 Oct, 2026 07:54pm

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.

Published 21 Oct, 2026 07:03pm

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LHC moved for release of Imran's sisters as 30-day detention period ends

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Govt slashes petrol price by Rs5.16 per litre, high-speed diesel rate by Rs7.69

Following the revision, petrol will retail at Rs381.14 per litre while HSD will cost Rs389.27 per litre.

Business , Published 19 Oct, 2026 11:53pm

Govt slashes petrol price by Rs5.16 per litre, high-speed diesel rate by Rs7.69

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

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

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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

CDF Munir, new Saudi envoy express satisfaction at progress made under Makkah defence pact: ISPR

Underscore importance of strengthening defence collaboration, institutional linkages and strategic coordination, ISPR says.

Pakistan , Updated 19 Oct, 2026 08:46pm

CDF Munir, new Saudi envoy express satisfaction at progress made under Makkah defence pact: ISPR

Senate approves bill seeking blue passports for ex-lawmakers with incomplete term

Bill seeking the issuance of blue passports to dependent children of ex-members of Parliament withdrawn.

Pakistan , Updated 20 Oct, 2026 08:56am

Senate approves bill seeking blue passports for ex-lawmakers with incomplete term

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

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PM warns against resistance to FBR reforms

Warning comes during a weekly briefing on tax reforms, following a call for a pen-down strike by the Inland Revenue Officers Association.

Business , Published 20 Oct, 2026 06:57am

PM warns against resistance to FBR reforms

Judicial commission points finger at police’s ‘epic failure’, says Mir Raza was murdered

Commission's report backs family's request to form JIT, with officers from ISI, IB, NCCIA integrated in the team.

Pakistan , Updated 20 Oct, 2026 10:53pm

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Newspaper , Updated 20 Oct, 2026 09:07am

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Newspaper , Updated 20 Oct, 2026 08:39am

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Newspaper , Updated 20 Oct, 2026 05:13pm

CDF Munir to visit Tehran today

Scheduled visit follows earlier talks between Field Marshal Munir and Iranian leaders in the summer that focused on measures to prevent further escalation.

Pakistan , Published 20 Oct, 2026 06:57am

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

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Newspaper , 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

Defamation tribunal orders Punjab Assembly opposition leader to pay Rs3m to Azma Bokhari

Tribunal dismisses the minister’s claim for special and punitive damages; PTI says Punjab govt “unwilling to tolerate even political criticism and dissent”.

Pakistan , Updated 20 Oct, 2026 05:36pm

Defamation tribunal orders Punjab Assembly opposition leader to pay Rs3m to Azma Bokhari

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

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Alberta votes to remain part of Canada

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World , Published 20 Oct, 2026 11:45am

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

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

PHC issues notices in petitions challenging governor’s rule, emergency in KP; hearing adjourned till Nov 10

A two-member bench takes up pleas filed by Gohar, others; lawyers argue that the provincial assembly’s approval was not sought for the Oct 11 measures.

Pakistan , Updated 20 Oct, 2026 01:36pm