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'Fake and fabricated': Info ministry rejects NYT report claiming PAF jets being used against Yemen's Houthis

“Details of any deployment, if necessary, will be given by the authorities concerned,” the ministry says.

Published 08 Oct, 2026 06:25pm

Govt raises petrol price by Rs2.31 per litre, high-speed diesel rate by Re0.78 per litre

Following the revision, petrol will retail at Rs398.96 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs395.72 per litre.

Published 08 Oct, 2026 10:58pm

No stipulation in Makkah pact bars 'direct involvement' in case of threat to a member: Asif

“To defend one of the member countries, the remaining two would get involved as if they are defending themselves,” defence minister says.

Published 08 Oct, 2026 11:26pm

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Putin tells Pezeshkian will 'do everything' to help end Middle East conflict

Yemeni army says 1,729 operations carried out against Houthis.

Updated 09 Oct, 2026 12:11am

PTI's 'doors are open' to Fazl's offer to play a role in breaking deadlock with govt: Junaid Akbar

“Whatever role he wants to play in any purposeful dialogue that happens, our doors are open,” PTI leader says.

Updated 09 Oct, 2026 02:04am

Bahrain working to 'speed up' approval of Pak-GCC free trade pact, foreign minister says

FM Al Zayani describes ties with Pakistan as "very healthy and strong"; discusses Hormuz, Bab al Mandab crises with Dar; meets President Zardari, PM Shehbaz.

Updated 08 Oct, 2026 08:45pm

Afridi-led convoy enters Peshawar as PTI long march continues for 5th day

Mobile services reportedly non-functional in parts of city; PHC seeks CM Afridi's reply to contempt plea over using govt helicopter for long march.

Updated 08 Oct, 2026 09:26pm

WTO hikes global trade growth forecast, names Pakistan among nations gaining from disruptions amid ME conflict

Upgrades forecast for global merchandise trade volume growth to 3.9pc for 2026 and 4.1pc for 2027; notes Pakistan’s exports of sea freight transport services rose by 73pc year-on-year in first half of 2026.

Published 08 Oct, 2026 10:27pm

US freezes Microsoft, Adobe, Infosys green-card applications over alleged fraud

US Vice President Vance says nine universities, including Harvard, Yale and Stanford, to be investigated for allegedly bringing in international students to undercut American wages.

Updated 08 Oct, 2026 09:54pm

Pakistan seek to move beyond dependence on stars under Sahibzada Farhan's T20I captaincy

The three-match series against Sri Lanka, which begins under lights on Friday, is the first test of a renewed approach.

Published 08 Oct, 2026 07:34pm

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‘Illegal’ seizure of cash, vehicles: Order for probe against FIA officials upheld by LHC

Over 500 cases of missing girls pending, IGP tells court

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

Pakistan , Updated 06 Oct, 2026 09:31pm

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

Pakistan opposes new permanent Security Council members

Asim Iftikhar says Islamabad backs more elected seats on UNSC.

Pakistan , Updated 06 Oct, 2026 07:49am

Pakistan opposes new permanent Security Council members

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.

Pakistan , Updated 07 Oct, 2026 12:54am

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

FBR introduces rules for electronic scrutiny of taxpayers

Tax watchdog's use of AI for scrutiny of tax returns will allow it to detect factual and legal mistakes.

Pakistan , Published 07 Oct, 2026 07:01am

FBR introduces rules for electronic scrutiny of taxpayers

Saudi deployment

The country values its deep ties with Saudi Arabia and should do all it can to protect the kingdom from external aggression.

Newspaper , Updated 07 Oct, 2026 09:11am

DG ISPR says Pakistani troops present in Saudi Arabia 'for decades' across multiple domains

Says Makkah Defence Alliance between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye did not form in a "vacuum".

Pakistan , Updated 08 Oct, 2026 09:42am

DG ISPR says Pakistani troops present in Saudi Arabia 'for decades' across multiple domains

Pakistan drives regional rise in poverty levels

World Bank says 48pc of "extreme poor" from ME region are in Pakistan.

Newspaper , Updated 07 Oct, 2026 01:01pm

Pakistan drives regional rise in poverty levels

CDF Munir reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to international peace in meeting with UN chief

The two discussed the prevailing regional security environment and the UN’s role in promoting international peace and security, ISPR says.

Pakistan , Updated 07 Oct, 2026 10:15pm

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Cristiano Ronaldo opens door for Portugal return, apologises for walkout

Ronaldo said he would serve any “suspension that is imposed” on him and accepted he should be punished for his actions.

Sport , Published 07 Oct, 2026 04:06am

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Will not allow military operations, KP CM tells march participants in Khyber

PTI changes plan to reach Khairabad on Oct 8 and announce next steps, sets Peshawar as Thursday's destination.

Pakistan , Updated 08 Oct, 2026 12:02am

Will not allow military operations, KP CM tells march participants in Khyber

PPP stalwart Farooq Naek resigns from Judicial Commission of Pakistan

Says he has resigned due to "personal commitments"; calls it a “great honour and privilege” to serve as a member of the JCP.

Pakistan , Published 07 Oct, 2026 05:35pm

PPP stalwart Farooq Naek resigns from Judicial Commission of Pakistan

FBR allows late returns without surcharge

Waiver comes with a six-month restriction on acquiring ownership or beneficial interest in property.

Business , Updated 07 Oct, 2026 08:09am

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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

PTI cannot force govt to accept its demands by holding state 'hostage', says Sanaullah

Sanaullah says the government would not allow talks with the opposition to be used as a “tool” for political demands.

Pakistan , Updated 07 Oct, 2026 03:26pm

PTI cannot force govt to accept its demands by holding state 'hostage', says Sanaullah

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.

Pakistan , Updated 07 Oct, 2026 03:39am

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

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

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Sport , Published 06 Oct, 2026 03:27am

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Islamabad ATC indicts Imaan, Hadi in security breach case despite objection over incomplete legal formalities

Advocate Zainab Janjua contends that the couple was not allowed to meet their lawyers before indictment.

Pakistan , Published 07 Oct, 2026 12:03pm

Islamabad ATC indicts Imaan, Hadi in security breach case despite objection over incomplete legal formalities

Homes for humans

Urban planning involves tangible and intangible attributes.

Newspaper , Published 07 Oct, 2026 06:51am

3 killed in attacks on Saudi Arabia's King Khalid, Abha airports: civil aviation body

One Pakistani among 36 injured; Saudi-led coalition says it “destroyed the ballistic missile launch platform” used in the attack on Riyadh.

World , Published 08 Oct, 2026 01:30am

3 killed in attacks on Saudi Arabia's King Khalid, Abha airports: civil aviation body

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Newspaper , Published 07 Oct, 2026 06:46am

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.

World , Updated 07 Oct, 2026 12:15am

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

Commuters in Karachi reel from unauthorised bus fare hikes

Students, office-goers, domestic workers severely affected by rising travel costs.

Pakistan , Updated 07 Oct, 2026 10:19am

Commuters in Karachi reel from unauthorised bus fare hikes

Guterres lauds ‘pivotal role’ in US-Iran diplomacy

• UN chief urges end to conflict and a return to the table • Praises Pakistan for hosting refugees, peacekeeping role, climate

Newspaper , Published 07 Oct, 2026 07:01am

Guterres lauds ‘pivotal role’ in US-Iran diplomacy

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.

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