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KP CM pens letter to PM Shehbaz over Centre’s ‘persistent failure to release constitutionally guaranteed’ funds

Says failure has now translated into an "acute fiscal and governance crisis for the province”.

Updated 26 Jan, 2026 09:45pm

US deploys aircraft carrier to Middle Eastern waters as Iran warns against attack

Iran warns of “comprehensive and regret-inducing response to any aggression”; UAE says it will not allow attacks on Iran to be launched from its territory.

Published 26 Jan, 2026 11:06pm

President Zardari arrives in UAE for 4-day official visit

First Lady Aseefa Bhutto-Zardari and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi are accompanying the president on the trip.

Updated 26 Jan, 2026 11:27pm

Ahead of Basant, Punjab govt bans kites bearing images of political parties’ flags

“Only plain, uni-coloured or multi-coloured kites shall be allowed," Punjab Home dept says.

Published 26 Jan, 2026 10:29pm

T20 World Cup: Naqvi briefs PM Shehbaz on ‘ICC matter’, says final decision to come by Friday or Monday

Says PM Shehbaz has "directed that we resolve it while keeping all options on the table".

Updated 26 Jan, 2026 09:35pm

MNA Noor Alam Khan says bureaucrats should also be barred from holding dual nationality

“If dual nationality is to be allowed, then parliamentarians and military personnel should also be given this right,” he says.

Published 26 Jan, 2026 08:10pm

Saudi Arabia wants ‘strong, positive’ relationship with UAE: FM

Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan says Riyadh is “always keen” to have a “strong, positive relationship with the UAE”.

Published 26 Jan, 2026 08:34pm

Hours-long blockade of roads around Karachi Press Club amid protest against Imaan, Hadi’s conviction

Zulfikar Bhutto Junior and Sheema Kermani staged a sit-in at KPC Roundabout before they were allowed to go to the press club; journalist Fazil Jamili says "siege" of KPC is a "blatant assault on democratic freedoms".

Updated 26 Jan, 2026 11:48pm

Indonesia receives first Rafale advanced fighter jets from France, official says

Jakarta has placed orders for as many as 42 Rafales, says defence ministry official.

Published 26 Jan, 2026 07:10pm

SBP maintains policy rate at 10.5pc

Monetary Policy Committee notes inflation and current account broadly unchanged while economic growth has improved.

Updated 26 Jan, 2026 05:37pm

Giuffre Family Demands Answers Over Heavily Redacted Epstein Documents

Mercosur Leaders Meet in Brazil Ahead of EU Trade Deal Signing

Cambodian Students Struggle to Attend School Amid Ongoing Border Clashes

US, Jordanian Forces Launch Airstrikes on ISIS Targets in Syria

Funeral Held for 5 Palestinians Killed in Israeli Attack on Gaza School Shelter

Elise Stefanik exits politics, drops New York governor bid in surprise move

Taiwan stabbing: President Lai vows full probe after 3 killed in Taipei rampage

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Sky47’s newly launched infrastructure includes high-density cloud environments and AI-ready compute capabilities, positioning it as the largest cloud and AI farm in Pakistan.

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India afraid peace board may try to ‘resolve Kashmir’

Diplomats, press divided over New Delhi’s perceived reluctance to join Trump-led body.

Newspaper , Updated 26 Jan, 2026 04:19pm

India afraid peace board may try to ‘resolve Kashmir’

Babar, Shaheen to play for Pakistan in T20 World Cup; Haris Rauf left out

Aqib Javed says "we kept conditions in Sri Lanka in mind while selecting the squad”, govt will decide about Pakistan's participation in the World Cup.

Sport , Updated 26 Jan, 2026 11:43am

Babar, Shaheen to play for Pakistan in T20 World Cup; Haris Rauf left out

Airports outsourcing shifted to open bidding

Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi facilities up for grabs; Privatisation Commission assures domestic, foreign firms of level-playing field.

Newspaper , Updated 25 Jan, 2026 07:26am

Airports outsourcing shifted to open bidding

No dissent

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Newspaper , Updated 25 Jan, 2026 08:59am

Bangladesh absence from T20 World Cup a sad moment for the game: International Cricketers’ Association

Shahid Afridi, Mohammad Yousaf highlight "inconsistency" in ICC's standards, cite previous decisions of venues being changed.

Sport , Updated 25 Jan, 2026 03:08pm

Bangladesh absence from T20 World Cup a sad moment for the game: International Cricketers’ Association

Pakistan, Somalia abolish visas for diplomats

President Zardari meets Somali Interior Minister Ali Yousuf, reaffirming Islamabad’s commitment to stronger bilateral ties.

Newspaper , Published 25 Jan, 2026 07:27am

Pakistan, Somalia abolish visas for diplomats

The likely Lahore composition after split into two districts

Official says Lahore North to comprise Wagah, Ravi, Saddar, Shalimar, City and Cantt tehsils.

Pakistan , Updated 25 Jan, 2026 10:27am

The likely Lahore composition after split into two districts

Staying relevant

If Pakistan had a strong economy and stable systems, would it make the same choices?

Newspaper , Updated 25 Jan, 2026 09:18am

President Xi says India, China are ‘friends, partners’

Chinese president refers to China and India as the “dragon and the elephant dancing together".

World , Published 26 Jan, 2026 12:29pm

President Xi says India, China are ‘friends, partners’

American ‘armada’

If the US and other Western states are serious about resolving their differences with Iran, they must treat it with respect.

Newspaper , Updated 25 Jan, 2026 09:23am

EU council president arrives in India to seal trade pact

Antonio Costa and Ursula von der Leyen are chief guests for this year’s Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi.

World , Published 25 Jan, 2026 03:48pm

EU council president arrives in India to seal trade pact

Scotland to replace Bangladesh at T20 World Cup, ICC announces

Says decision made in the absence of “any credible or verifiable security threat” to the Bangladesh national team in India.

Sport , Updated 24 Jan, 2026 11:20pm

Scotland to replace Bangladesh at T20 World Cup, ICC announces

The least bad option

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Newspaper , Updated 25 Jan, 2026 09:34am

Day after dramatic arrest, Imaan and Hadi handed jail sentence in controversial social media posts case

Already imprisoned at Adiala jail, the duo have been sentenced to total of 17 years in prison on multiple offences under Peca.

Pakistan , Updated 24 Jan, 2026 09:16pm

Day after dramatic arrest, Imaan and Hadi handed jail sentence in controversial social media posts case

Armed forces, federal govt have not issued any orders for ‘depopulation’ of Tirah: information ministry

KP CM says ministry's statement will lead to "conflict between provincial government and institutions"; warns he will hold a jirga if an apology is not issued and statement is not withdrawn in two days.

Pakistan , Updated 25 Jan, 2026 11:32pm

Armed forces, federal govt have not issued any orders for ‘depopulation’ of Tirah: information ministry

Rawalpindi’s Ring Road project nears completion as revised cost awaits approval

With over 80pc work completed, authorities expect Rs53bn project to be finished by April or early May, pending nod from Punjab P&D Board.

Newspaper , Updated 25 Jan, 2026 10:55am

Rawalpindi’s Ring Road project nears completion as revised cost awaits approval

Pakistan, US to take joint action against fraudulent visa networks

US Charge de’ Affaires Natalie Baker calls on interior minister; Naqvi says zero-tolerance policy has been adopted against “agent mafia”.

Pakistan , Published 24 Jan, 2026 05:12pm

Pakistan, US to take joint action against fraudulent visa networks

Beyond extraction

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Newspaper , Updated 26 Jan, 2026 09:12am

Three charged in UK over attacks on Imran’s aide

Police say investigation remains ongoing and that detectives are keeping an open mind regarding motive.

Newspaper , Updated 25 Jan, 2026 01:15pm

Three charged in UK over attacks on Imran’s aide

QR codes made mandatory for retail outlets

Bilal Azhar Kayani says federal and provincial authorities working on legislation to support the initiative, which aims to strengthen “Cashless Pakistan” programme.

Newspaper , Published 25 Jan, 2026 06:02am

QR codes made mandatory for retail outlets

Board of contention

The second phase of Trump’s Gaza plan is mired in controversy and an uncertain future.

Newspaper , Updated 26 Jan, 2026 09:24am

Pakistani lawmakers press US counterparts on visa curbs

Mandviwalla, Hassan lead push to exit 75-nation restrictive list; express confidence hurdles will be resolved soon.

Newspaper , Updated 26 Jan, 2026 07:35am

Pakistani lawmakers press US counterparts on visa curbs

‘Legal system in Pakistan is dead’: Condemnations pour in after Imaan, Hadi sentenced in social media posts case

“This decision is contrary to the fundamental principles of judicial independence," says TTAP.

Pakistan , Updated 24 Jan, 2026 07:24pm

‘Legal system in Pakistan is dead’: Condemnations pour in after Imaan, Hadi sentenced in social media posts case

Mercury falls to ‘season’s lowest’ as cold wave grips Karachi

Below 8.5°C average minimum temperature in city, airport sees mercury drop to 6.2°C

Newspaper , Published 25 Jan, 2026 06:02am

Mercury falls to ‘season’s lowest’ as cold wave grips Karachi

Trade gap with nine neighbours widens 44.4pc in first half

Soaring deficit mainly due to a decline in Pakistan’s overall exports to regional countries.

Newspaper , Published 25 Jan, 2026 06:02am

Trade gap with nine neighbours widens 44.4pc in first half

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