News Archives for Latest - 2026-05-27

South Asia

Viral fame spares ‘Donald Trump’ buffalo from Eid sacrifice in Bangladesh

Home minister orders the buffalo be spared, the buyer refunded, and the animal moved to the national zoo in Dhaka.

Published 27 May, 2026 11:50pm

Zelensky asked Trump for air defence munitions: AFP

Gulf war has complicated the process of sourcing ammunition for Ukraine's advanced air defence systems: official.

Published 27 May, 2026 11:24pm

South Asia

India orders demolition drive along Pakistan border

Indian home minister orders drive as part of efforts to address "trans-border crimes".

Updated 28 May, 2026 12:53am

Middle East

'US-Iran peace deal could benefit entire region,' PM tells Pezeshkian in Eid call

PM Shehbaz exchanges Eid greetings with Iranian president, Kuwaiti crown prince and Malaysian PM.

Published 27 May, 2026 10:52pm

Trump cabinet looks forward to progress on Iran deal in 'coming hours, days'

“They just want to make a deal. I dont think they have a choice,” Trump tells cabinet.

Updated 27 May, 2026 11:09pm

Middle East

Trump Board of Peace's official Gaza fund is empty

Money not yet deposited because fund designed for reconstruction and development phase, which has not yet been reached: source.

Published 27 May, 2026 07:39pm

South Asia

Hundreds flee India migrant crackdown towards Bangladesh

Migrants in holding centres to be handed over to India's BSF and returned to Bangladesh, says police officer.

Published 27 May, 2026 07:01pm

'Greetings after 88 days': Iranians reconnect after 'world's longest internet shutdown'

Netblocks director says process of restoration could take hours, days, or even weeks in provinces.

Published 27 May, 2026 06:50pm

South Asia

India seeks proposals for 5th generation combat jets: ANI

Push to locally manufacture combat aircraft aligns with Modi's ambition to ramp up domestic production and boost military might.

Published 27 May, 2026 06:33pm

PM Shehbaz extends Eid greetings to armed forces chiefs, pays tribute to on-duty personnel

CDF Munir and services chiefs reaffirm that armed forces are fully prepared at all times for defence and security of the country: PMO.

Published 27 May, 2026 05:42pm

This Eid, your favourite stars are wearing pastels

They're light, cool and absolutely necessary during in the heat.

Published 27 May, 2026 05:23pm

US envoy warns Spain to be 'very careful' in deepening ties with China

China has on numerous occasions denied Washington's accusations of unfair practices and espionage.

Published 27 May, 2026 05:21pm

Cricket

Marsh out of Pakistan ODIs, Inglis to captain Australia

Marsh joins regular 50-over captain Pat Cummins in missing the three-match series that starts on Saturday in Rawalpindi.

Published 27 May, 2026 03:50pm

No feasts, no joy: Gazans mark a dark Eid

In Gaza, livestock cannot enter from the outside, and only one quarter of the pre-war sheep population remains, or about 15,000 for the coastal territory's 2.1 million inhabitants.

Published 27 May, 2026 03:36pm

Balochistan

CDF Munir spends Eidul Azha with frontline troops in Zhob, says brutal acts cannot weaken nation’s resolve

Army chief vows that the armed forces would continue to pursue all facilitators, abettors and perpetrators of terrorism with full force, according to the ISPR.

Published 27 May, 2026 03:13pm

Haj pilgrims stone the devil in final ritual

From dawn, crowds of pilgrims gathered in the valley of Mina to throw pebbles at concrete pillars symbolising the devil.

Updated 27 May, 2026 02:16pm

In pictures: Muslims across the world celebrate Eidul Azha

Celebrated on the 10th of Zilhaj, Eidul Azha marks the culmination of Haj, one of the five pillars of Islam.

Published 27 May, 2026 12:52pm

Middle East

Israel claims it killed new Hamas armed wing chief in Gaza strike

Hamas has not yet confirmed the assassination; Israel claims the strike was carried out on Tuesday.

Published 27 May, 2026 11:49am

How to make some great momos at home

From Tibetan trade routes to the bustling streets of Kathmandu, the humble momo has travelled across borders and generations.

Published 27 May, 2026 11:30am

FM Dar assures UN chief of Pakistan's 'continued engagement and dialogue' to restore peace in region

Dar thanks Guterres for his “principled position and support” for Pakistan’s mediation efforts in the US-Iran war.

Updated 29 May, 2026 10:14am

Actor Mamya Shajaffar issues Rs1b counter-notice to Arslan Butt for 'defamation, harassment'

He had accused her of defamation over an interview in which she described a costar's behaviour as having made her 'uncomfortable'.

Published 27 May, 2026 11:17am

Chemical tank rupture in Washington state causes one death, multiple injuries

The injured, some critical, included eight employees of the facility as well as one firefighter.

Published 27 May, 2026 10:41am

Armed forces reaffirm commitment to peace and national unity on Eidul Azha

Armed forces acknowledge resilience of Pakistani people and sacrifices rendered by martyrs, armed forces personnel and law enforcement agencies.

Updated 27 May, 2026 04:15pm

Trump is once again mistaken in believing that escalating strikes will compel Iran to capitulate

Trump’s ever-shifting stance has clouded the prospects of a peace deal in the near future.

Published 27 May, 2026 09:16am

Editorial: For many Muslims across the world, Eid will pass not in celebration, but in grief and fear

Pakistan celebrates Eid while grappling with economic strain that continues to weigh heavily on ordinary households.

Published 27 May, 2026 09:03am

Structural barriers hindering cotton revival plan

Pakistan targets 9.64m bales for 2026-27, but shrinking acreage, sugarcane expansion, and import reliance cast doubts.

Published 27 May, 2026 08:28am

ICT

Over 2,000 workers, 200 vehicles mobilised for Eid cleanliness: Capital Development Authority

Capital admin constitutes special cleaning teams for designated points.

Updated 27 May, 2026 09:46am

ICT

Development work in Islamabad's E-12 sector finally comes under the radar

Over 4,000 allottees of this sector, launched in 1989, have been waiting to get possession of their plots for the last 37 years.

Updated 28 May, 2026 08:19am

ICT

Justice Babar Sattar decides to retain official residence in Islamabad

According to sources, the judge has written to the IHC administration seeking retention of the accommodation allotted to him.

Updated 28 May, 2026 08:30am

Pakistan plans oil reserves, storage push as Hormuz constraints expose vulnerabilities

Govt plans to cut reliance on Hormuz imports.

Published 27 May, 2026 08:14am

Tomato, onion and flour rates surge ahead of Eidul Azha

Wholesale prices lag retail hikes; traders blame low arrivals and transport priority for sacrificial animals.

Published 27 May, 2026 08:05am

Football

Guardiola saluted by Jordan at City farewell party

Jordan, one of the NBA’s all-time greats, was a surprise participant in the event, delivering a recorded video message saluting Guardiola.

Updated 27 May, 2026 10:07am

Continuation of ‘Urumqi process’ raises hopes for Pak-Afghan patch-up

Beijing’s envoy already laying groundwork to continue Islamabad-Kabul mediation efforts; Pakistani circles "fed up" by failure of bilateral efforts.

Published 27 May, 2026 07:45am

International

Russian call for diplomats to leave Kyiv draws Western backlash

UN chief "deeply concerned" by Moscow plan for strikes' EU says Kremlin bore ultimate responsibility for incidents.

Published 27 May, 2026 07:29am

International

US plans to cut bombers, warships for Nato in crisis

Alliance to beef up forces assigned to defend Baltics in war.

Updated 27 May, 2026 08:49am

Business

US strikes rattle energy markets

Brent crosses $100 mark as Tehran warns of retaliation.

Updated 27 May, 2026 08:18am

Business

Fast-Moving Consumer Goods sector faces tax strain

Withholding and advance tax system of FBR creating difficulties and administrative complications for the FMCGs.

Updated 27 May, 2026 08:21am

National

Jamaat, TTAP alliance oppose call to join Abraham Accords

JI's Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman says the Pakistani nation would never accept any move to grant legitimacy to Israel’s illegal occupation.

Updated 27 May, 2026 08:46am

National

President, PM stress care for underprivileged on Eidul Azha

Zardari insists true success lay in piety, service to humanity, compassion, and sincerity; Shehbaz says the spirit of sacrifice ensures lasting national cohesion.

Updated 27 May, 2026 01:00pm

KP & FATA