Qatar, Saudi Arabia lead diplomatic scramble; Iran offers to facilitate talks.

FBR remains fully committed to facilitating taxpayers and addressing all genuine concerns on a priority basis, says chairman Langrial.

Rights activists granted bail by anti-terrorism court in two other cases.

LHC says absence of record undermines transparency; law officer hints at review mechanism for offloading.

A total of 7,866 candidates in two aborted elections collectively paid Rs37.74m in nomination fees

Police say suspect had allegedly raped a five-year-old girl when she was coming back to her home after purchasing candies.

Residents say it lacks warning signs, reflective markers, and proper barricading.

Strict security arrangements were also made during Friday prayers on the orders of the CPO.

Locals demand probe into irregularities in royalty payments.

Afridi reviews Pak-Afghan tensions, law and order situation in province.

Survey finds around 40pc of faculty and administrative positions in higher educational institutions are currently vacant.

According to official data, the year 2026 has already seen multiple earthquakes, with magnitudes reaching up to 5.6 on the Richter scale.

Directs Balochistan government to submit its response next week.

Urges power centres in both states to prioritise public opinion in policymaking.

A case has been registered against the arrested suspect under the Drugs Act, 1976, and further investigation is underway.

Bugti describes irrigation as a pillar of agricultural development and economic stability.

Lahore shockingly listed with only nine ventilators, reveals a report filed before the Lahore High Court.

Huge quantity of hashish recovered from the arrested policemen.

Experts warn unregulated funds being channelled through anonymous collection boxes undermine NAP objectives.

Says political differences can be addressed at appropriate time and forum.

Recovered property, situated in the prestigious Clifton Block-I and Block-II areas, has a market valuation of approximately Rs423.5 billion.

Seeks "apology" from diplomat; asks govt to honour its commitment to display warnings on ultra-processed foods.

“The actions of the Afghan Taliban regime and Fitna al khwarij against Pakistan are unacceptable,” he says.

According to DG ISPR, Afghan forces attempted to use “rudimentary drones” to attack areas like Swabi and Abbottabad.

Says Pakistan reserves the right to “take all appropriate actions in its self-defence and to protect its citizens in accordance with international law".

Order issued by judicial magistrate says the allegations require serious judicial consideration and cannot be brushed aside.

In meeting with PM Shehbaz, Chinese ambassador reiterates Beijing's support for Pakistan’s sovereignty, territorial integrity.

"Let it be known that our choice is absolutely clear; it will always be Pakistan over everything," he says.

Resolution says that any attempt to challenge the sovereignty, territorial integrity, or national security of Pakistan would be met with a firm, proportionate, and decisive response.

Afghan Charlie Post and Afghan Babri Post in the Angoor Adda sector were completely destroyed during the fighting, security sources say.

CJP directs PTI counsel Khosa to meet SC registrar; Barrister Gohar meets CJP Afridi, seeking Imran's transfer, a source says.

Govt claims "heavy losses inflicted" on Taliban units that attacked positions in Chitral, Khyber, Mohmand, Kurram and Bajaur.

Development comes a day after the electoral watchdog declared Zehri the winner of PB-21.

Judgement observes Section 175 can be invoked for enforcement of any provision of tax ordinance.

Dar calls on the international community to "act decisively" in halting the violations being committed by Israel, and "uphold international law".

High costs, energy tariffs choke growth.

The benchmark KSE-100 index fell 831 points, or 0.49 per cent, to close at 168,062 after a volatile, range-bound session.

The prolonged upward trend has been largely driven by sharp increases in the prices of vegetables and other perishable items.

Finance ministry cites uncertainty, commodity price volatility; projects inflation at 6-7pc in February.

Approves Rs6.61bn for Thar Coal Rail Link.

Official sources say benchmark crude prices have slightly moved up this week, therefore, the prices of all petroleum products were inching up.

The bill states that “whoever, willfully, provides an unlicenced virtual asset service shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term up to five years, or with fine up to Rs50 million, or both”.

Engro Holdings (ENGROH) released its results for the fourth quarter of 2025 on Friday. The results were better than expected due to lower than expected Effective Tax Rate (ETR), according to analysts.

Uncertainty over US tariff policies and tensions between the US and Iran boost the metal’s safe-haven appeal.

EFERT saw earnings drop 19pc compared with last year, to Rs8.4bn in 4Q2025, mainly due to lower gross margins and adjustments for the super tax, according to Topline Securities.

Industrialists claim tariff relief has eroded; govt insists Rs15bn ‘free’ working capital is being recovered.

Local firms get exploration rights; investment of Rs8.66bn on cards.

Planning minister advocates measures to incentivise poverty reduction, sustainability, population stabilisation; Punjab minister for protecting rights of smaller provinces.

Investors fear US-Iran conflict may trigger sharp correction in emirate’s property prices.

United Bank Ltd records highest ever profit-after-tax of Rs130bn.

Upon completion of the transaction, Fauji Cement and Kapco will acquire control of ACPL.

KCCI president says objective of proposed amendment to ensure parity and consistency.

Judgement observes Section 175 can be invoked for enforcement of any provision of tax ordinance.

Opposition leaders warn that "criminal negligence" with Imran’s health will further aggravate country’s political crisis.

Market shrugs off selling pressure over the last few sessions to recover some lost ground in Thursday trading.

Iran and the US are scheduled to hold the latest round of talks in Geneva on Thursday aimed at resolving their longstanding nuclear dispute and averting US strikes on Iran following a large-scale military buildup.

Currency rates on February 26 indicate the rupee remains within February’s observed ranges against major global and regional currencies.

Seek review of HS code for range-extended electric vehicles.

Profit after tax increased 220pc, translating into earnings per share of Rs40.4 compared to Rs12.6 a year earlier.

Orders recovery action; notes Karachi, Lahore, Quetta top zones with least recoveries.

Minister stresses need for structural reforms, competitiveness.

Nepra report highlights crippling T&D losses and unpaid bills.

Textile and clothing drive growth in North American trade.

The mission will remain in Karachi this week and begin policy discussions with the federal and provincial governments on Monday.

“My entire team and I are united on this that we must reduce taxes immediately,” he says; slams sugar, cement, tobacco industries for not paying indirect taxes.

Despite early gains, Pakistan's benchmark index grappled with significant volatility on account of weak investor sentiment and futures rollover pressure.

Power minister sees milestone in Pakistan’s transition to competitive market.

Move aimed at transparency and efficiency in Haj operations, adherence to global standards.

The group loss was primarily driven by accelerated expected credit loss provisioning at Ubank following revisions to the Prudential Regulations.

Approves Rs4,150 per 40kg reserve price for 500,000 tonnes.

"They cannot have nuclear weapons, and we’re not thrilled with the way they’re negotiating,” Trump tells reporters.

Qatar, Saudi Arabia lead diplomatic scramble; Iran offers to facilitate talks.

CEO Sam Altman says the Pentagon shared its principles for human responsibility over weapon systems and for having no mass US surveillance.

Kyiv says the pipeline was shut down after being damaged during a Russian attack near the Ukrainian city of Brody on January 27.

Juan Carlos, who abdicated in favour of his son Felipe IV in 2014, left Spain in 2020 to live in the United Arab Emirates after a financial scandal tarnished his reputation.

“States must investigate all alleged crimes, protect survivors, and ensure justice without fear or favour,” says UN chief.

Israel’s Supreme Court freezes ban on foreign aid organisations in enclave.

“These threats do not change our position: we cannot in good conscience accede to their request,” Anthropic chief executive Dario Amodei says in a statement.

We are only here because he hid it from everyone so well for so long,” he says.

Councillor Hannah Spencer wins on the back of unique campaign which used Urdu and Bangla to spread her message.

Report sent to members of the International Atomic Energy Agency ahead of a quarterly meeting next week of its 35-country board.

Abbas Araghchi tells his Egyptian counterpart that “success in this path requires seriousness and realism from the other side".

Germany deports 20 convicted criminals to Afghanistan.

Beneath the chandeliers, faith leaders spoke of shared ancestry, moral responsibility, and humility.

Dar calls on the international community to "act decisively" in halting the violations being committed by Israel, and "uphold international law".

Claims DOJ unlawfully hid files to shield Trump; Hillary Clinton dares GOP panel to make Trump testify under oath.

Far-right minister Smotrich vows to encourage ‘emigration’ from Palestinian territories.

Says her remarks were taken out of context and misconstrued.

Sea crossings such as the perilous journey across the Mediterranean Sea from Africa to Europe remain among the deadliest routes for migrants, the report says.

"Taliban regime forces are being delivered punishment in Chitral, Khyber, Mohmand, Kurram and Bajaur sectors”, says information ministry.

Says Tel Aviv and New Delhi agree there is “no place for terrorism in the world”; holds "fruitful" talks with president.

Ahead of the talks, Iran’s president insisted the country was not “at all” seeking a nuclear weapon.

Over 90 states — including the 8-nation Muslim bloc — and EU have slammed Tel Aviv’s move to declare large areas of West Bank as "state land".

Gerald Brown accused of having “conspired with foreign nationals to provide combat aircraft training to pilots in the Chinese Air Force”.

Under pressure from the “Japanese first” Sanseito party, the right-wing Takaichi has vowed tougher measures on immigration.

Minister rejects calls for a blanket cut in aid, arguing that UK assistance to Pakistan served British interests in areas such as climate cooperation and counter-terrorism.

NPR report says key records were catalogued but never released; include over 50 pages of FBI interviews with a female victim.

UN has documented 86 instances of violence from Feb 3 to 16, leading to displacement of 146 Palestinians.

“I did have affairs, one with a Russian bridge player who met me at bridge events, and one with a Russian nuclear physicist who I met through business activities,” he says.

It appears to signal an aim to begin reconstruction without waiting for Israel to withdraw from Gaza.

Travis Ridout, a political science professor at Washington State University, says book tours “give potential candidates a way to cam­­p­aign without really admitting that they are campaigning.”

“We want Chinese investment in Germany,” says Merz.

Catholic church has accused successive governments of failing to identify the masterminds.

US Vice President Vance warns Iran to take US threats of military action "seriously".

He will also hold bilateral meetings with his counterparts from OIC member states, FO says.

The result left New Zealand with four points, with England already through with six.

Celtic bowed out of Europe after losing 4-2 on aggregate to Stuttgart despite a 1-0 away win in the second leg of their knockout phase play-off tie.

Aprilia’s Bezzecchi roared round the Buriram course in 1 min 28.526 sec to top the timesheets, 0.421 sec in front of Ducati’s second-placed Marquez.

New Zealand have to wait on the outcome of Saturday’s clash between Sri Lanka and Pakistan in Kandy to know if they have qualified for the semis.

India batter Tilak Varma remains cautious of his team’s plans against the West Indies.

Vinicius scored the winning goal in a 2-1 victory on the night to secure a 3-1 aggregate success for Real in the play-off tie in Madrid.

Cricket has yet to resume in Afghanistan due to the political situation and the national side play their home fixtures in the United Arab Emirates.

The former world number one boasts 22 career titles but has never won the same tournament twice.

“Most teams have moved on with the times playing T20 cricket, but we have stagnated and made little progress," former captain Marvan Atapattu says.

A win for New Zealand in Friday's Super Eights clash in Colombo will see them top Group 2 and join the already-qualified England in the final four.

“We are committed to taking Pakistan hockey to new heights,” Mohyuddin says.

“The four matches that we’ve played here, conditions have played very differently throughout the game" he says.

Having already beaten Inter at home 3-1, the Scandinavians edged the Italians 2-1 at the iconic San Siro on Tuesday to reach the last 16 of the Champions League.

Black Caps secure 61-run win against co-hosts.

Mexico is one of the three host countries for the World Cup, along with the United States and Canada.

“But I think you pick a squad of 15, knowing that you could potentially be in both countries on slightly slower wickets, on some flat ones as well.” he says.

Sesko started the move that led to the winning goal as all of United’s 200 million ($270 million) trio of attacking signings last summer combined to great effect.

France enjoyed their best ever Winter Games haul in Milano-Cortina. Their 23 medals included eight golds.

"We need to beat Sri Lanka in our last match on Saturday and then hope other results go our way," he says.

"I calmly await this trial, which will allow the truth to come out publicly," Moroccan footballer says.

They might just spend the night figuring out how Usman Tariq managed to drop Jacob Bethell's catch.

ECB asks franchises to be wary of discrimination.

The Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen? The Pindiz? The Sialkot Stallionz? What is going on?

“Hopefully we could turn the sea of blue that we’re used to when we play against India into some black shirts as well.” says Mitchell.

South Africa are currently in third place in the standings after sharing a series 1-1 in Pakistan and beating India 2-0 in India.

Secure a colossal 107-run victory, with Shimron Hetmyer blasting 85 off 34 balls.

“What we saw in the Sri Lanka-England game was that the ball was gripping and England struggled against spin,” says Sahibzada Farhan.

India came into the T20 World Cup as hot favourites on home soil but were thrashed by 76 runs in their first Super Eight match against South Africa.

They head home to a significant pile-on from former Australian greats and an acerbic media who expected more.

“If you take the logistics that comes into it, trying to give the fans who travel an opportunity to plan ahead, that’s the big thing for most people,” he says.

Mac Allister had a goal ruled out when he charged down Ola Aina’s clearance in the closing stages.

Proteas crush the hosts with a 76-run victory in Ahmedabad as Marco Jansen takes four wickets.

The team was prevented from taking part in today’s competition after one athlete provided false information to officials to let teammate Ward Fawarseh compete in his place.

Dasun Shanaka fights a lone battle for Sri Lanka, scoring 30 off 24, as English bowler Will Jacks takes three wickets.

The two unbeaten teams are familiar foes and both came through their T20 World Cup groups with perfect four-out-of-four records ahead of the clash in Ahmedabad.