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Rising UAE visa rejections leave Pakistani travellers in limbo

Travel agents say first-time and single-entry visa applications for Dubai now face rejection rates of 70 to 80 per cent, while applicants with family ties in the UAE have a better chance of approval.

Published 28 Nov, 2025 10:20am

FO says use of drones in attack on Chinese workers in Tajikistan underlines ‘gravity of threat emanating from Afghanistan’

According to Tajik authorities, three Chinese workers in Tajikistan were killed in an attack launched from Afghanistan near the border.

Published 28 Nov, 2025 07:45am

Trump says US will ‘permanently pause’ migration from ‘all third world countries’

"This is necessary because unchecked migration has weakened American society and strained its resources," he says.

Published 28 Nov, 2025 11:37am

KP CM Afridi stages overnight sit-in after being denied meeting with Imran for eighth time

Says he will now approach the IHC chief justice, seeking implementation of orders for arranging meeting with Imran.

Updated 28 Nov, 2025 11:00am

Plea seeks return of military trial appeals to Supreme Court

LHCBA petition wants ICAs "restored to their original forum"; says 27th Amendment "unlawful, undermining judiciary".

Updated 28 Nov, 2025 07:25am

Indian delegation pulls out of Oxford Union debate in ‘collective retreat’, Pakistan’s UK mission says

Sources familiar with matter say last-minute shift “very bizarre”.

Updated 28 Nov, 2025 07:46am

Federal Constitutional Court moved against 27th Amendment, very law that created it

First time FCC has been approached to strike down the law; fresh petition argues that 27th Amendment was allegedly passed by a “puppet regime”.

Published 28 Nov, 2025 07:40am

Amid exit speculations, 3 IHC judges ‘pack up’ chambers

Insiders say Justices Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri, Babar Sattar and Sardar Ejaz Ishaq Khan have moved out their personal belongings.

Updated 28 Nov, 2025 08:17am

Gen Mirza bows out as last CJCSC; chief of defence forces yet to be notified

Gen Mirza has retired as the 18th and final occupant of the CJCSC office; COAS Field Marshal Asim Munir set to assume role of first chief of defence forces.

Updated 28 Nov, 2025 07:19am

Pakistan’s fuel oil exports scale fresh high in 2025

According to traders, Pak-Arab Refinery is the leading fuel oil exporter.

Updated 28 Nov, 2025 10:39am

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Nawaz calls for accountability for ‘those who brought Imran’ to power, terms them bigger ‘criminals’

Former premier says Pakistan cannot make decisions independently due to its reliance on the IMF.

Pakistan , Updated 26 Nov, 2025 08:38pm

Nawaz calls for accountability for ‘those who brought Imran’ to power, terms them bigger ‘criminals’

Pakistan’s population crisis: Nation expanding faster than survival capacity

Already home to over 241.5m people, the country is projected to cross 300m by 2030 and approach 400m by 2050.

Pakistan , Updated 24 Nov, 2025 07:23pm

Pakistan’s population crisis: Nation expanding faster than survival capacity

IMF slams fiscal mismanagement

Calls for immediate steps to combat corruption and inefficiencies.

Newspaper , Updated 26 Nov, 2025 07:31am

Special ceremony held in honour of country’s last CJCSC at Joint Staff Headquarters

Gen Mirza pays tribute to sacrifices of armed forces, highlights importance of defence for national security in farewell address.

Pakistan , Updated 27 Nov, 2025 02:28pm

Special ceremony held in honour of country’s last CJCSC at Joint Staff Headquarters

‘Justice has been served’, says Arshad Nadeem’s coach Salman Butt after PSB declares lifetime ban ‘illegal’

PSB says there is no provision authorising a lifetime ban upon an individual coach.

Sport , Updated 25 Nov, 2025 05:20pm

‘Justice has been served’, says Arshad Nadeem’s coach Salman Butt after PSB declares lifetime ban ‘illegal’

In additional note, Justice Najafi says Noor Mukadam case direct result of ‘vice’ known as ‘living relationship’

Says engaging in such a relationship a “direct revolt against Almighty Allah".

Pakistan , Updated 26 Nov, 2025 07:39pm

In additional note, Justice Najafi says Noor Mukadam case direct result of ‘vice’ known as ‘living relationship’

Ali Tareen bows out as Multan Sultans owner after franchise denied renewal

The PSL outfit was not approached by the PCB for the renewal agreement unlike the other five teams.

Sport , Updated 25 Nov, 2025 09:10pm

Ali Tareen bows out as Multan Sultans owner after franchise denied renewal

The Malala paradox

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Newspaper , Updated 26 Nov, 2025 08:54am

PTI demands clarification from govt regarding ‘rumours’ about Imran’s health

“A formal and transparent statement should be issued on behalf of the state regarding the health, security and current status of Imran,” party says.

Pakistan , Updated 27 Nov, 2025 02:32pm

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Pakistan seeks to buy 100,000 tonnes of rice for supply to Bangladesh

Trading Corporation of Pakistan seeks price offers by Nov 28; move regarded as bringing Pakistani rice into Dhaka's imports.

Pakistan , Updated 24 Nov, 2025 09:47pm

Pakistan seeks to buy 100,000 tonnes of rice for supply to Bangladesh

Australian govt app allows visa applicants to submit passport, biometric details on phone

Applicant's mobile device requires location access and near-field communication to be enabled, with permission for the Immi App to use the phone's camera.

Pakistan , Published 25 Nov, 2025 09:52pm

Australian govt app allows visa applicants to submit passport, biometric details on phone

Pakistan is writing off Afghan Taliban, with no positive expectations left: Khawaja Asif

"We have a disciplined force that has traditions and a code of conduct; we are not a ragtag group like the Taliban," he says.

Pakistan , Updated 26 Nov, 2025 09:33am

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Professionalism of armed forces during Marka-i-Haq enhanced Pakistan’s global stature, says COAS Munir

“Our greatest strength lies in national unity, and together, we shall defeat the nefarious designs of our foes,” he says.

Pakistan , Updated 26 Nov, 2025 11:51am

Professionalism of armed forces during Marka-i-Haq enhanced Pakistan’s global stature, says COAS Munir

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Pakistan Navy successfully tests indigenously-developed anti-ship ballistic missile: ISPR

Military media affairs wing says missile equipped with state-of-the-art guidance and advanced manoeuvrability.

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FO voices ‘grave concern’ over UN report on human rights violations in occupied Kashmir

Calls on India to unconditionally release arbitrarily detained individuals in the occupied region.

Pakistan , Published 26 Nov, 2025 02:49pm

FO voices ‘grave concern’ over UN report on human rights violations in occupied Kashmir

‘Integral, inalienable part of India’: New Delhi responds to Beijing’s claim over Arunachal Pradesh

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World , Published 26 Nov, 2025 12:23pm

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‘Women deserve justice, not judgment’: Journalists, lawyers criticise judge’s remarks in Noor Mukadam case

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Pakistan , Published 26 Nov, 2025 07:19pm

‘Women deserve justice, not judgment’: Journalists, lawyers criticise judge’s remarks in Noor Mukadam case

Hardening rhetoric

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Newspaper , Updated 27 Nov, 2025 08:46am

PTI decides to establish ‘chain of command’ within party amid criticism from leaders

PTI leaders say move will increase likelihood of differences between party members.

Pakistan , Published 26 Nov, 2025 08:49pm

PTI decides to establish ‘chain of command’ within party amid criticism from leaders

Chicken rates fall significantly in Karachi amid border closure with Afghanistan

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Pakistan , Updated 24 Nov, 2025 08:23am

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Peshawar FC bombing

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Newspaper , Updated 26 Nov, 2025 08:28am

2 National Guard soldiers shot near White House; Trump terms incident ‘act of terror’

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World , Updated 27 Nov, 2025 02:28pm

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Jinnah’s federal court was a bridge. The 27th Amendment burns it

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