Latest - May 5, 2026

World

PM Shehbaz condemns drone, missile attacks in UAE

“It is absolutely essential that the ceasefire be upheld and respected, to allow necessary diplomatic space for dialogue leading to enduring peace and stability in the region,” he says. Updated 05 May, 2026 01:29pm
Business

Exports rebound over 14pc in April

Trade analysts say the persistent rise in imports, driven by demand for energy and industrial inputs, continues to outpace export earnings, keeping pressure on the external account. Updated 05 May, 2026 08:24am
World

Requiem for Stalin’s spirit

Stalin had little clue that Indian comrades would one day shore up Hindu nationalism, hitching their anti-Congressism with Hindutva forces. Updated 05 May, 2026 08:39am
World

Missiles fly as Hormuz tensions come to a head

US says destroyed "several Iranian boats" after Iran claims strike on warship in Hormuz; Trump warns Iranian forces will be "blown off the face of earth" if they try to intercept US vessels. Published 05 May, 2026 07:18am
World

Ukraine and Russia declare separate truces

Zelensky said that having a ceasefire so Moscow could mark the celebration was "not serious", and that Russia was afraid Ukrainian drones would "buzz over Red Square". Published 05 May, 2026 01:23am