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Law minister stresses need for caution when discussing Pakistan’s foreign policy amid tensions in Middle East

“As a nation, we must keep in mind that when expressing our views, we have to keep the constitution and Pakistan’s foreign policy under consideration,” says minister.

Published 10 Mar, 2026 01:56pm

Pakistan to implement four-day work week under ‘war austerity plan’

PM defends "difficult decision" on fuel prices, says global oil market "not in Pakistan’s hands".

Updated 10 Mar, 2026 09:00am

PPP slams govt in NA over increase in petroleum prices

Asks govt to explain who benefitted from the move.

Updated 10 Mar, 2026 08:22am

Branded Content

Fatima Fertilizer launches Sarsabz Tabeer: Seeds of Change campaign on International Women’s Day to celebrate women in agriculture

The campaign recognizes the resilience, strength and unwavering dedication of women working across the agricultural value chain.

Women in Thar: Breaking barriers, transforming lives

Thar Foundation has enabled hundreds of women to step into roles that once seemed unimaginable.

ParkView City homebuyers can now avail UBL Home Financing

The initiative enables aspiring homeowners to purchase property through formal banking channels instead of paying the full amount upfront.

In phone call with Bahrain’s FM, Dar reiterates Pakistan’s call for de-escalation in Iran war

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

Published 10 Mar, 2026 12:54pm

TTAP expects Pakistan to act as nuclear power for Mideast peace

Opposition leaders criticise petrol price hike, court rulings and ‘Board of Peace’ plan.

Updated 10 Mar, 2026 08:27am

US alerts staff, citizens in Pakistan of ‘danger from protests’

Washington pulls all personnel from Riyadh embassy; asks citizens to leave southern Turkiye.

Updated 10 Mar, 2026 08:39am

Govt to keep check on undue inventory gains by oil companies: Aurangzeb

Says price adjustment necessary to prevent depletion of petroleum stocks.

Updated 10 Mar, 2026 09:53am

Released Aurat March participants demand probe into police action

Talal Chaudhry justifies arrests, says deliberate attempt was made to create a law and order situation.

Updated 10 Mar, 2026 09:49am

Pakistan’s arms imports ‘grow 66pc with Chinese help’

Stockholm-based SIPRI says global arms transfers rise nearly 10pc, fuelled by conflicts.

Published 10 Mar, 2026 07:01am

CDA plans crackdown on encroachments along storm drains ahead of monsoon

Civic body chief say pre-emptive measures should be proposed in light of last year’s experience.

Published 10 Mar, 2026 07:02am

For Pakistan, the US-Iran conflict poses a set of challenges that will not be easy to manage

Past attempts to suppress energy prices through subsidies offered temporary relief but worsened fiscal imbalances

Iftar, Sehri timings for Ramazan 20/21

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Netizens roll their eyes at PM’s Women’s Day message after Aurat March participants arrested in Islamabad

From Mahira Khan to Iqra Aziz, Pakistani celebrities prove they’re girls’ girls this Women’s Day

The Aurat March will be held on May 10 in Karachi

Pakistanis rage over price hikes and govt fuel allowances on X after Rs55 ‘petrol bomb’ hits

You can’t have an authentic Arabic meal without these two dips on your table

Arooj Aftab features alongside Arctic Monkeys, Olivia Rodrigo on album to benefit kids affected by war

This Pakistani says he was ‘enjoying the explosions when made to leave Iran’ and X is both amused and worried

X is worried about PM Shehbaz Sharif spending too much time on his phone

Meet the Parsi cousin of biryani — Niloufer Mavalvala’s Murghi no Palau

Jarri Masood Zaidi appointed CEO of Karachi’s National Academy of Performing Arts

Ramazan dramas are proof Pakistani TV can do joy — so why only one month a year?

Trying three iftar buffets in Islamabad to see what all the fuss is about

Sindh

Karachi citizens brace for price shock as milk rates set to cross Rs300

Dairy farmers claim prices of electricity, medicines, gas, livestock fodder and other essential inputs are rising following petrol price hike.

Updated 10 Mar, 2026 09:22am

Rescue 1122, not local govts, commands operations in cases of emergency, Judicial Commission told

Local bodies may provide logistical support to SERS under 2023 law, says advocate general.

Updated 10 Mar, 2026 09:25am

Murad orders foolproof security in Sindh for Youm-i-Ali, Al Quds Day

Plans for enhanced surveillance, traffic and rescue operations finalised; schools to be closed tomorrow.

Updated 10 Mar, 2026 09:28am

Punjab

LHC issues notices to Centre, Ogra on plea against oil price hike

Judge seeks details of the mechanism used to determine petroleum prices.

Published 10 Mar, 2026 09:32am

Seven held for power theft in Punjab; 12 illegal meters removed

Teams recovers Rs165,000 as detection bills on the spot.

Updated 10 Mar, 2026 09:38am

Punjab Assembly opposition leader flays government ‘for failure to manage’ petrol supply

Regrets that ‘Form-47 government’ has nothing to do with the people’s interest.

Updated 10 Mar, 2026 09:41am

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Civilian killed, policeman injured in Lakki gun attack

The deceased was later identified as Tehseenullah, a resident of Paharkhel Thall.

Updated 10 Mar, 2026 09:41am

KP transporters jack up intercity fares by 20pc on their own

Oil dealers claim price surge provided Rs152bn benefit to companies ‘overnight’.

Updated 10 Mar, 2026 09:38am

Two selection boards established in KP for promotion of govt officials

Govt notifies new rules; mandatory training courses introduced for higher promotions.

Updated 10 Mar, 2026 09:45am

Balochistan

Security plan finalised for Youm-i-Ali procession in Quetta

All entry and exit points along the procession route to be sealed.

Updated 10 Mar, 2026 08:33am

Tree-plantation drive launched in Balochistan

Forests secretary thanks media for spreading awareness among masses about importance of trees.

Updated 10 Mar, 2026 08:55am

Governor urges restoring ex-Fata, Balochistan’s medical seats

Says number of seats should be increased in line with growing population.

Published 10 Mar, 2026 07:01am

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