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Pakistan successfully tests launch of extended-range Fatah-IV cruise missile: ISPR

"The weapon system is capable of engaging targets at extended ranges with high precision and lethality," ISPR says.

Updated 06 Oct, 2026 09:31pm

Petrol price up by Rs1.19 per litre, high-speed diesel's down by Rs1.91 in latest revision

Following the revision, petrol will retail at Rs394.83 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs395.85 per litre.

Published 06 Oct, 2026 10:57pm

PTI long march: CM Afridi-led convoy camps in Mattani for the night, heads to Khyber next

Afridi criticises Centre's counterterrorism policy; KP governor warns PTI long march won’t be allowed beyond Attock.

Updated 07 Oct, 2026 12:54am

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Iran's interior minister discusses regional developments with Qatari emir, appreciates mediators' role

Saudi, Kuwaiti cabinets condemn Houthi attacks on Makkah and Madina.

Updated 07 Oct, 2026 12:10am

PTI says Imran's cousin Qasim Zaman taken into custody after Rawalpindi DC orders detention under MPO

PTI lawyer says Qasim Zaman reached a checkpoint near the Adiala jail and informed the authorities that he was there to meet Imran but was taken into custody.

Updated 06 Oct, 2026 11:19pm

Dar warns of 'serious implications' for regional peace, security if Pakistan deprived of water share under IWT

At water symposium, deputy premier says there should be “no misunderstanding” about Pakistan’s resolve to safeguard rights and interests under IWT.

Updated 07 Oct, 2026 12:15am

PM Shehbaz says law took its course in AJK after 'unfortunate events' in recent months

Administers oath to four members elected to AJK Council.

Published 06 Oct, 2026 08:23pm

UN chief hails Pakistan's 'pivotal role' in US-Iran conflict, calls for 'return to diplomacy'

"I want to send a loud and clear message to all parties: end the conflict, return to diplomacy and restore navigational rights in accordance with international law," he says.

Updated 07 Oct, 2026 12:14am

PM Shehbaz urges PTI to call off long march, resolve issues through dialogue

Says PTI were bent on ensuring the talks do not succeed; Tallal Chaudhry says talks conditional on PTI calling off march.

Updated 06 Oct, 2026 07:09pm

Germany arrests ex-spy chief on suspicion of giving secrets to foreign powers

August Hanning is accused of espionage, treason and working for foreign intelligence services.

Published 06 Oct, 2026 07:35pm

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Punjab extends ban on gatherings until Oct 15, citing ‘threats of terrorist activity’

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Pakistan, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia agree to rapid force deployment in the kingdom under Makkah pact

Khawaja Asif says only Saudi forces are involved in combat operations against Houthis at present, Pakistani and Turkish forces playing supportive roles.

Pakistan , Updated 06 Oct, 2026 12:13am

Pakistan, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia agree to rapid force deployment in the kingdom under Makkah pact

'We are not yes-men': CM Afridi launches PTI long march to Islamabad, convoy enters Karak district

Supporters to stay overnight in Karak city; KP CM addresses thousands at Lakki Marwat's Gandi Chowk; Gandapur convoy returns to DI Khan.

Pakistan , Updated 04 Oct, 2026 11:05pm

'We are not yes-men': CM Afridi launches PTI long march to Islamabad, convoy enters Karak district

PTI long march: KP CM's convoy halts in Kohat for the night, heads for Peshawar on Tuesday

Sohail Afridi says this is a long struggle, but "T20 match" begins Oct 8 onwards.

Pakistan , Updated 05 Oct, 2026 10:15pm

PTI long march: KP CM's convoy halts in Kohat for the night, heads for Peshawar on Tuesday

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Newspaper , Updated 05 Oct, 2026 09:05am

After breakdown of talks with govt, PTI says reconciliation not possible without including Imran

“Imran Khan is very important for us and we had every right to seek his opinion, but it was not allowed,” Salman Akram Raja says; KP Assembly speaker says will summon meeting of special committee on security.

Pakistan , Updated 05 Oct, 2026 10:52pm

After breakdown of talks with govt, PTI says reconciliation not possible without including Imran

Ghauri Town residents trapped in years-long CDA-developer dispute

Civic agency always advises citizens not to invest in illegal schemes, says CDA officer.

Pakistan , Published 05 Oct, 2026 05:16am

Ghauri Town residents trapped in years-long CDA-developer dispute

After the talks

Considering how close they came to a solution, govt and opposition teams should reconvene to give the talks another chance.

Newspaper , Updated 05 Oct, 2026 02:36pm

Naqvi, Kundi mull governor’s rule

A government source tells Dawn that the government was seriously considering the imposition of the governor’s rule in KP.

Newspaper , Updated 05 Oct, 2026 07:29am

After hours of negotiations, second round of govt-opposition talks ends in a 'deadlock'

Allama Raja Nasir says deadlock over meetings with Imran, on how to address terrorism in KP; Gohar Khan says PTI's long march "intact".

, Updated 04 Oct, 2026 06:40am

After hours of negotiations, second round of govt-opposition talks ends in a 'deadlock'

Pakistan opposes new permanent Security Council members

Asim Iftikhar says Islamabad backs more elected seats on UNSC.

Pakistan , Updated 06 Oct, 2026 07:49am

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Child safety online

Pakistani children are spending more of their lives online, but the safeguards around them are not keeping pace.

Newspaper , Updated 05 Oct, 2026 04:00pm

Moscow moot ends sans joint statement

Pakistan-Afghanistan disagreement cited as main reason; Islamabad maintains cross-border terror attacks rose despite peace talks with Taliban.

World , Updated 06 Oct, 2026 07:34am

Pochettino says tried to sign world-class David ahead of US-Canada clash

David has started the season in blistering form with Atletico Madrid, which he joined on loan last month after a difficult spell at Juventus.

Sport , Published 06 Oct, 2026 03:27am

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Sahibzada Farhan to lead Pakistan T20I side against Sri Lanka; Shaheen Afridi retains ODI captaincy

The T20Is will be played on Oct 9, 11 and 13 before Pakistan host England and Sri Lanka in a seven-match ODI tri-series.

Sport , Published 05 Oct, 2026 08:28pm

Sahibzada Farhan to lead Pakistan T20I side against Sri Lanka; Shaheen Afridi retains ODI captaincy

Rising public debt

Pakistan’s public debt has surged by 76pc to Rs86.7tr in four years, according to a new government report.

Newspaper , Published 05 Oct, 2026 05:16am

How to go solar in Pakistan: Dawn’s 8-step guide to beating the bill

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Naqvi says talks with opposition have collapsed, accuses KP CM of 'sabotaging' negotiations

Interior minister meets Shehbaz, KP governor; CM Afridi shares demands he presented; PPP says KP govt "began dictating terms" to PTI team.

Pakistan , Updated 05 Oct, 2026 12:14am

Naqvi says talks with opposition have collapsed, accuses KP CM of 'sabotaging' negotiations

Nuclear power output rises 4pc to record high

Solar generation reaches 36.3 TWh, surpassing nuclear production for first time.

Business , Published 05 Oct, 2026 05:15am

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IMF talks likely to clear way for $1.2bn disbursement

Informed sources said two sides were now finalising the Memorandum of Economic and Fiscal Policies (MEFP).

Pakistan , Updated 06 Oct, 2026 07:22am

IMF talks likely to clear way for $1.2bn disbursement

Pakistani national charged with defrauding US Postal Service of $126m

Counterfeit postage labels allowed customers to ship packages at rates "far below legitimate USPS prices", US Attorney's Office says.

Press Release , Published 02 Oct, 2026 10:28pm

Pakistani national charged with defrauding US Postal Service of $126m

Upper parts of country likely to see rainy, windy conditions from Oct 6-7

Met Office also forecasts isolated hailstorms; spell to begin tonight in KP under westerly wave.

Pakistan , Published 05 Oct, 2026 08:06pm

Upper parts of country likely to see rainy, windy conditions from Oct 6-7

Pakistan’s Russian dilemma

Russia is likely to remain cautious about deepening its cooperation with Pakistan.

Newspaper , Updated 04 Oct, 2026 09:07am

Good to see a 'real fight': Fans react to Pak-India clash at Asian Games

Fans were particularly relieved that Pakistan showed some semblance of a competition.

Sport , Published 03 Oct, 2026 06:20pm

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