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Trump says Maduro captured after ‘large-scale’ strikes; US court indicts Venezuelan president on drug, weapon charges

Caracas demands proof of life, calls for emergency UN Security Council session.

Updated 03 Jan, 2026 08:32pm

FM Dar speaks with Saudi counterpart, discusses ‘recent situation’ in region

Foreign Office expresses support for "unity and territorial integrity" of Yemen, urges all stakeholders in Yemen to “engage in good faith toward a negotiated political solution.

Published 03 Jan, 2026 07:37pm

Pakistan witnesses first supermoon of 2026

A spokesperson from SUPARCO said that the Quadrantids meteor shower will also be at its peak during this period.

Published 03 Jan, 2026 08:33pm

Pakistan rejects Indian FM Jaishankar’s ‘irresponsible assertions’ following ‘bad neighbours’ jibe

"Once again, India seeks to deflect attention from its own troubling record as a neighbour that promotes terrorism and contributes to regional instability," FO says.

Updated 03 Jan, 2026 01:12pm

Pakistan Air Force successfully tests indigenously developed air-launched cruise missile

Missile capable of engaging enemy land and sea targets with high precision at a range of 600 kilometres, carrying a conventional warhead, ISPR says.

Updated 03 Jan, 2026 01:57pm

Dar arives in Beijing to co-chair strategic dialogue with China

Received by China's special representative on Afghanistan; FO says dialogue to review "full spectrum of bilateral cooperation".

Updated 03 Jan, 2026 06:13pm

Fresh talks on Gaza stabilisation force to focus on mandate as Pakistan maintains caution

Diplomatic source says countries that have expressed the willingness to join the force will not be part of a mission whose primary focus is disarming Palestinian resistance groups.

Updated 03 Jan, 2026 01:11pm

Signs of torture found on 4 bodies recovered from pit in Karachi’s Mai Kolachi

Police surgeon says victims between 10 to 40 years of age; bodies around four to five days old.

Updated 03 Jan, 2026 01:32pm

Man killed, 2 cops among 3 injured in terrorist attack on police post in Bajaur

Police spokesperson says terrorists used both heavy and light weapons in the attack; injured in stable condition.

Published 03 Jan, 2026 01:46pm

BCCI instructs Kolkata Knight Riders to release Bangladesh’s Mustafizur after pressure from BJP

Development comes after BJP leader Sangeet Som’s criticed Bollywood star Shahrukh Khan for inducting Mustafizur in his franchise.

Updated 03 Jan, 2026 02:46pm

Giuffre Family Demands Answers Over Heavily Redacted Epstein Documents

Mercosur Leaders Meet in Brazil Ahead of EU Trade Deal Signing

Cambodian Students Struggle to Attend School Amid Ongoing Border Clashes

US, Jordanian Forces Launch Airstrikes on ISIS Targets in Syria

Funeral Held for 5 Palestinians Killed in Israeli Attack on Gaza School Shelter

Elise Stefanik exits politics, drops New York governor bid in surprise move

Taiwan stabbing: President Lai vows full probe after 3 killed in Taipei rampage

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Consumer confidence declined in the first quarter of FY2025–26 but remained significantly higher than a year earlier, reflecting cautious optimism amid economic pressures.

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Afghanistan bears heavier economic cost as Pakistan trade suspension bites harder

Islamabad ATC hands double life sentences to YouTuber Adil Raja, 6 others for ‘waging war against Pakistan’

Journalists Wajahat Saeed Khan, Sabir Shakir and Shaheen Sehbai, anchorperson Haider Raza Mehdi and analyst Moeed Pirzada among those sentenced in May 9-related cases.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Jan, 2026 08:07pm

Islamabad ATC hands double life sentences to YouTuber Adil Raja, 6 others for ‘waging war against Pakistan’

Punjab bar suspends licence of lawyer representing TikToker Rajab Butt

The committee referred the matter to the disciplinary committee of the council for further proceedings regarding the permanent cancellation of the licence.

Pakistan , Published 01 Jan, 2026 09:02pm

Punjab bar suspends licence of lawyer representing TikToker Rajab Butt

Regional Tension: The End Of Strategic Restraint

IN 2025, Pakistan witnessed an unprecedented and unfamiliar foreign policy landscape. Its main features were the...

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Just a handshake

It was, doubtless, a significant moment which invited attention across three countries.

Newspaper , Updated 02 Jan, 2026 09:01am

Mamdani’s letter to jailed student leader Umar Khalid riles BJP

Party warns NYC mayor against "interfering" in New Delhi’s internal affairs; stays silent on US lawmakers’ letter pushing for bail, fair trial for incarcerated activist.

Newspaper , Updated 03 Jan, 2026 07:47am

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Confidence-building measures between ‘five’ big players can improve political situation, says Sanaullah

PM's adviser links the success of measures to shutting down social media accounts propagating a hate campaign against the institutions.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Jan, 2026 07:35am

Confidence-building measures between ‘five’ big players can improve political situation, says Sanaullah

Pakistan, 7 other Muslim-majority nations express ‘deepest concern’ over deteriorating humanitarian conditions in Gaza

Call on the international community to "pressure Israel, as the occupying power, to immediately lift constraints on the entry and distribution of essential supplies" to Gaza.

World , Published 02 Jan, 2026 04:25pm

Pakistan, 7 other Muslim-majority nations express ‘deepest concern’ over deteriorating humanitarian conditions in Gaza

Australia’s Usman Khawaja to retire after Ashes finale, slams ‘racial stereotyping’

The 39-year-old will pad up for the last time, should he be selected, when the Test gets under way in Sydney on Sunday.

Sport , Published 02 Jan, 2026 11:57am

Australia’s Usman Khawaja to retire after Ashes finale, slams ‘racial stereotyping’

Iranian official reacts to Trump’s statement on protests, warns US interference ‘would mean destabilising region’

Trump has said if Iran "violently kills" peaceful protesters, US will come to their rescue.

World , Updated 03 Jan, 2026 07:33am

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The 2025 amendments cross into full Orwell territory: undefined offences of ‘fake’ or ‘false’ information, and a ban on ‘aspersions’ against the state, are now the new normal.

Blogs , Updated 02 Jan, 2026 11:58am

‘Spectrum-starved country’: IT minister says govt to auction 600 MHz spectrum next month

Khawaja says spectrum available for Pakistan's telecom industry is extremely limited; the upcoming auction will improve internet speeds and facilitate the rollout of 5G in the country.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Jan, 2026 06:36pm

‘Spectrum-starved country’: IT minister says govt to auction 600 MHz spectrum next month

Nur Khan’s daughter dies in US road accident

Dr Qureshi died at the scene when her car reportedly collided with an obstruction and caught fire, says officials.

Newspaper , Updated 03 Jan, 2026 09:12am

Nur Khan’s daughter dies in US road accident

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Newspaper , Updated 03 Jan, 2026 08:54am

Bhir Mound dig yields yet more ancient artefacts

Sixth century BC lapis lazuli, rare bronze coins bearing image of Emperor Vasudeva recovered.

Newspaper , Updated 02 Jan, 2026 08:47am

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Ticket row turns violent at New Year concert in Islamabad housing society

Tickets were allegedly sold beyond the venue’s capacity and adequate arrangements for spectators were not made.

Newspaper , Published 02 Jan, 2026 06:55am

Ticket row turns violent at New Year concert in Islamabad housing society

Pakistan rejects Indian FM Jaishankar’s ‘irresponsible assertions’ following ‘bad neighbours’ jibe

"Once again, India seeks to deflect attention from its own troubling record as a neighbour that promotes terrorism and contributes to regional instability," FO says.

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The year ahead

Three alarm bells in particular are sounding off: resurgent terrorism, economic fragility, and a steady squeeze on fundamental rights.

Newspaper , Updated 01 Jan, 2026 09:41am

214 FIA officers punished in four months for human trafficking, graft

Officials ranging from constables to deputy directors found guilty in 214 departmental inquiries.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Jan, 2026 09:34am

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Ex-Imran aide Shahzad Akbar says UK residence subjected to ‘deliberate, targeted’ attack

Says perpetrators “criminally damaged the property and attempted to set it on fire, placing lives at immediate risk”.

Pakistan , Updated 02 Jan, 2026 07:08pm

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Country witnessed 34pc increase in terrorism in 2025

Pak Institute for Peace Studies report counts 699 terrorist attacks in outgoing year.

Newspaper , Updated 02 Jan, 2026 07:58am

Country witnessed 34pc increase in terrorism in 2025

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Newspaper , Updated 02 Jan, 2026 09:09am

Set to boost running culture, Karachi Marathon returns with growing participation

The event, scheduled to be held on Sunday, features the full and half marathon races as well as a five-kilometre run.

Sport , Published 01 Jan, 2026 10:24pm

Set to boost running culture, Karachi Marathon returns with growing participation

Afghanistan bears heavier economic cost as Pakistan trade suspension bites harder

Trade data shows that export losses for Afghanistan have reached around 10 per cent since October 10, compared with about 0.6pc for Pakistan due to the suspension of bilateral trade, placing Kabul at a clear disadvantage.

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