Highlights need to take decisions related to national security with national consensus.

Public anger grows over timing, scale of increase in petrol, diesel rates.

Move aimed at "safeguarding the integrity of the national database and preventing any potential misuse or fraudulent activity arising from identity records remaining active after death".

Demands Imran’s release through due judicial process, expresses concern over his health condition in jail.

Observes accrued rights of dependants cannot be taken away, as Sindh govt cites Islamabad GPO case ruling.

MPAs to take 25pc voluntary cut; four-day work week, work-from-home policy introduced for govt offices.

Fafen report reveals they account for 48pc of plenary agenda despite holding less than 22pc of seats.

The chairman called for Diamer-Bhasha Dam project’s timely completion.

Chances of sighting the Shawwal crescent on the evening of March 19 are low, Suparco says.

Mosharraf Zaidi says Saudi Arabia has already made arrangements to support Pakistan's oil supply chain stability.

Only 20 per cent of staff will perform their duties in person, while the remaining 80pc will work virtually from home through a rotational roster.

A strict monitoring and checking system was established at the entrance and exit routes of the procession.

Imran's lawyer highlights difficulties he faced in obtaining his client's power of attorney; NAB prosecutor urges court to decide on maintainability of acquittal pleas.

Highway reopenes for traffic after around 24 hours but possibility of more rockfalls and landslides not ruled out.

Dar-led panel to review, report progress; Friday declared additional weekly holiday.

Petition before IHC relates to appeal against conviction in Toshakhana case.

All five said to be labourers from Sindh; investigation underway.

Aleema links international situation with ex-premier’s conviction; PTI rejects PM’s austerity measures as "cosmetic, eyewash".

Performance review of graft watchdog deferred; meeting may now be held after Eid.

Embassy shifted 150km from Tehran; Airfare surge raises concern among lawmakers.

These investments will stimula­te industrial activities in the province and generate significant employment opportunities for the people.

Hospitals directed to promptly isolate suspected patients.

All centres dealing with thalassaemia to ensure that 10pc of their budget is spent on developing facilities for prenatal diagnosis.

Besides installation of 20 new tubewells, work underway to ensure water supply from Rawal, Khanpur dams.

Senator raises concern over registration of FIRs against journalists and the public.

Bill to go to President House for approval of President before becoming law.

Says executing sole surviving parent would create "judiciary-sponsored orphanhood".

Suggest opening institutes for three or four days a week; say online classes didn’t prove effective during Covid-19 pandemic.

CM Maryam directed that the CCD be equipped with modern forensic capabilities, advanced investigative skills and modern technology.

They warned if the three months’ pending payments are not released before Eid, they will stage protest demonstrations against the authorities.

The petitioner argued that the price hike was unjustified since the country has enough petroleum reserves.

After detailed deliberations, the committee unanimously recommended both bills.

The commission also recorded the statement of noted architect and town planner Arif Hasan.

The social and political circles questiones as to who is patronising the placer gold mining despite a ban on it by the government under Section 144.

Closure of educational institutions on Fridays, Saturdays notified for two months.

Mission says Pakistani authorities made "good progress" in implementing climate resilience agenda; aims to conclude talks in coming days.

Petroline ramps up activity to bypass Hormuz blockage.

Outlook for inflation and global economic gro­wth amid increasing geopolitical turmoil remains volatile.

Say sector remains highly compliant and continues to bear high costs of doing business despite structural constraints.

Farid Ahmad Tarar appointed new chairman of CCP.

Public anger grows over timing, scale of increase in petrol, diesel rates.

SBP issues circular to authorised forex dealers for immediate compliance.

Aurangzeb says a “strong and well-functioning capital market was vital for sustainable economic development”.

Session remained volatile, with KSE-100 index fluctuating between an intraday high of 158,624.51 points and a low of 155,652.35 points.

“There is no petrol at the depot for the past four days,” says one tanker driver.

Analysts say markets are expected to keep their focus on developments in the Middle East as investors gauge how long energy prices may stay elevated.

Bullion, traditionally viewed as a safe-haven asset, has risen more than 20pc so far this year.

Auto sector expert says parts manufacturers struggling with increased costs, price adjustments needed across the board.

July-February inflows rise 10.5pc to $26.5bn.

US president calls Brownsville refinery "historic $300 billion dollar deal"; it will be the first refinery built on Gulf of Mexico since 1970s.

Market reacting to possibility that Strait of Hormuz could reopen, says Lipow Oil Associates founder.

Jet fuel rates go up to $150-200 from $85-90 per barrel; Iran war sparks fears of deep travel slump, widespread grounding of planes.

Aims to meet structural benchmark by end of this month.

These investments will stimula­te industrial activities in the province and generate significant employment opportunities for the people.

Commends economic team for restructuring Pak­istan Revenue Automation Ltd (PRAL).

A vessel, bringing petrol for the state-owned Pakistan State Oil, is expected to arrive after March 16.

Finance minister says better connectivity to help country in "seamless transition" while navigating current oil crisis.

Pakistan’s benchmark index staged a strong rebound on Tuesday, surging 9,696.98 points, or 6.62 per cent, a day after the market suffered its second-largest single-day decline in history, wiping out over Rs1.09 trillion in investor value.

Easing from a potential war-driven surge in inflation would likely reduce the chances of central banks raising interest rates which is a positive for non-yielding gold.

US president calls Mojtaba’s appointment "bad idea"; says war could be "over soon".

Senator Saifullah Abro, expresses serious concern over the 20pc price hike and questioned the rationale behind the move.

“Currently, only 274 megahertz (MHz) spectrum is running the whole system in the country, leading to network issues,” says Shaza Fatima.

Slight increase in exports to eastern and southern Europe.

Leaders say affordable financing is critical for industrial survival.

Rana Tanveer Hus­sain states that agricultural productivity and food security will remain safeguarded despite external challenges.

The country possesses adequate reserves of both ghee and edible oil, which are sufficient to cater to national consumption requirements.

Monetary Policy Committee says macroeconomic outlook has become “quite uncertain following the outbreak of the war in the Middle East”.

The war in the Middle East seems to be settling into a gruelling stalemate. The outcome will now be decided by who has the stomach to carry on like this and who asks for a ceasefire first.

Pakistan’s benchmark index tumbled more than 6pc on Monday to close in the red on account of rising geopolitical tensions and surging oil prices.

According to analysts, the situation appears to be deteriorating further as upstream oil production has started to shut down, with producers facing storage constraints.

Pakistan among 13 nations that vote in favour of the resolution, notes that it is “not immune from these attacks”; US vetoes Russia's resolution calling for de-escalation in the Middle East.

Petroline ramps up activity to bypass Hormuz blockage.

Iranian president acknowledges proposals by Pakistan, Russia to de-escalate: PM’s aide says Islamabad continues to stand by Riyadh ‘no matter what’.

US warns of Iranian plans to mine waters of the strait, claims destroying 16 minelayers.

Govt releases "first tranche" of documents; more files withheld due to police probe.

Jet fuel prices nearly double, pushing carriers towards financial dilemma.

Beijing warns its excessive use could plunge world into a Terminator-like dystopian future.

President Donald Trump said the US, a founding member of the IEA and the world’s top oil consumer and producer, will contribute “a little bit”.

NYT reports that US Central Command officers created the target coordinates for the strike using outdated data provided by the Defence Intelligence Agency.

Police say they are not ruling out suspects' links to “criminal networks”.

Defence ministry spokesperson says such choices not only erode ethical restraints and accountability in wars, but also risk technological runaway.

Driver taken into custody and is being interviewed by the Secret Service.

State television had called the new supreme leader a “wounded veteran of the Ramazan war” without giving details.

Senator Chris Murphy claims neither Iranian regime change, nor destroying N-weapons among Trump's listed war goals.

Mosharraf Zaidi says Saudi Arabia has already made arrangements to support Pakistan's oil supply chain stability.

Munitions expenditure reach $5.6 billion to $6bn in just the opening days of the conflict, multiple news outlets report.

US president calls Brownsville refinery "historic $300 billion dollar deal"; it will be the first refinery built on Gulf of Mexico since 1970s.

Energy secretary claims US Navy escorted ship through ‘troubled waters’, later deletes X post.

India tightens gas supplies over Mideast war.

France is hosting the second world nuclear energy summit on Tuesday, where world leaders will meet to discuss and promote nuclear power.

Copenhagen says Scandinavian country’s position on export control is "in accordance with applicable EU and international law obligations".

Trump’s crackdown on pro-Palestinian protests and immigration drove Islamophobia to record high in 2023, says CAIR.

Jet fuel rates go up to $150-200 from $85-90 per barrel; Iran war sparks fears of deep travel slump, widespread grounding of planes.

Embassy shifted 150km from Tehran; Airfare surge raises concern among lawmakers.

Fresh Israeli strikes hit Beirut’s southern suburbs.

PM congratulates Mojtaba Khamenei on his appointment as the new supreme leader, offers condolences on "martyrdom of his father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other family members”.

UNSC asked to evaluate usefulness of funding to Afghanistan "in light of the Taliban's intransigence".

A total of 486 people have been killed in the war so far, according to WHO; FO says Israel’s recent actions could "further exacerbate the ongoing security situation".

The videos were circulated through the suspects’ social media accounts, “contributing to misleading public opinion and spreading fear among citizens" police statement says.

Dar reaffirms Pakistan’s solidarity with Bahrain and its people; the two underscore the need for efforts for peace and stability.

There is no truth to these reports, and Pakistan has not sent any such delegation to Kabul, the sources say.

Ambassador Ahmad says India has “always played the role of a spoiler in Afghanistan".

US president calls Mojtaba’s appointment "bad idea"; says war could be "over soon".

Hamas confirms talks ‘frozen’; meeting with Egyptian, Qatari and Turkish mediators cancelled.

Says mission would be aimed at escorting container ships and tankers in order to gradually reopen the strait.

He is now only the second Bangladeshi bowler to take a 5-wicket haul against Pakistan in ODIs after Mustafizur Rahman's 5-75 during the 2019 World Cup.

"Considering that this corrupt regime has assassinated our leader, under no circumstances can we participate in the World Cup," says the sports minister.

Cricket West Indies has called the uncertainty “increasingly distressing”; Michael Vaughan also criticised the situation.

Seven members of Iran’s visiting women’s football team claimed asylum after they were branded “traitors” at home over a pre-match protest.

Their preparations for the tournament will kick off with the three-match One-day International series against Bangladesh.

All the West Indies and South African players have been booked on individual commercial airline flights.

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A total of 44 matches will be played across six venues, with Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium hosting the final on May 3.

Says tour offers valuable opportunity to test the younger players in challenging conditions.

West Indies coach and South African players Quinton de Kock and David Miller have accused the ICC of leaving them stranded.

A deep run in the Champions League would be a major boost for Slot, who has come under fire from frustrated fans during Liverpool’s slump.

Voronchikhina’s exploits have brought her to the attention of foreign media at the Games.

Finishes as the tournament’s third-highest run-scorer with 321 runs.

“Though Pakistan were patchy in the tournament, Sahibzada Farhan was consistently brilliant,” ICC says.

India's T20 victory is the first time a team have won the title on home soil.

Team secures place in the upcoming hockey World Cup after eight years; performance "significant step towards promoting hockey' in Pakistan, says premier.

Southampton join a powerful-looking quartet already through to the last eight with Arsenal, Manchester City, Chelsea and Liverpool in the hat for the quarter-finals.

England earned their first penalty corner just 49 seconds after the start at the Suez Canal Authority Hockey Stadium.

Farhan hit an unbeaten half-century while Mohammad Akhlaq also scored a fifty as they lifted Lahore Whites from early troubles.

Pacer Jasprit Bumrah grabs four wickets to dismantle Black Caps' batting line-up.

The match drew 619 million views on streaming platform JioHotstar, according to the company, including a 65 million peak at the same time.

Official tickets, starting at 2,000 Indian rupees, sold out within minutes on BookMyShow, prompting thousands of fans turning to unofficial routes.

PSG will have to pick themselves up as they host Chelsea on Wednesday as they continue their defence of the Champions League title.

Russia was banned from the 2018 Games due to a doping scandal, although some athletes were permitted to compete under neutral colours.

“It’s going to be obviously a challenge where everyone knows we’re probably not the favourites," says captain Mitchell Santner.

“We want to be very relaxed, be in the present, not think about what will happen in the final," he says ahead of match with NZ.

New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final against the most expensively assembled cricket nation on the planet is not a sporting achievement. It is a personality type.

A succession of precise yorkers and length balls yielded just six runs and England were behind the chase.

“It was a ridiculous knock. He should be extremely proud of what he’s done tonight and this whole winter,” he says.

Sarr also had a goal ruled out for a marginal offside shortly before Solanke’s opener.

Pakistan were trailing 3-1 in the third quarter before they smashed three goals in the last nine minutes of the final quarter to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat.

“I think if we play our best cricket, we can beat anybody," says New Zealand's Finn Allen.

European football body fines Spanish club 15,000 euros “for the racist and/or discriminatory behaviour of its supporters”.

New Zealand opener Finn Allen hit the fastest-ever T20 World Cup century in 33 balls to send his team through to the final in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

Following the IPC’s announcement, several countries, including Ukraine, said they would boycott Friday’s opening ceremony in Verona as a result.