The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers gathered in Istanbul on Saturday, with member states unanimously denouncing Israel’s military actions in Gaza and Iran. The ministers demanded an immediate ceasefire and stressed the need for diplomatic solutions to de-escalate tensions. OIC Chairperson Hissein Brahim Taha, in his opening remarks, warned that the […]
Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Pakistan has ordered oil marketing companies to maintain a minimum 20-day fuel reserve and expedite imports of 140 million litres of petrol. The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) has issued directives to ensure compliance, while a vessel originally scheduled for July 6 will now arrive by June 26, carrying 70 million litres. […]
The FIH Nations Cup has reached its thrilling climax as Pakistan prepares to face New Zealand in the final today in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The Green Shirts secured their spot after a nail-biting semi-final against France, winning 3-2 in a penalty shootout following a 3-3 draw in regulation time. New Zealand, meanwhile, advanced after defeating […]
Karachi – Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah honored the 72nd birth anniversary of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, describing her as not just a political leader but an ideology, a struggle, and a symbol of hope for the oppressed. In a message issued from the CM House, he emphasized that Bhutto’s legacy transcends politics, […]
Singer and activist Meesha Shafi has won a defamation case against New Vision TV (NVTV), the UK-based broadcaster of ARY Network. The channel issued an on-air apology, acknowledging that its December 2020 report created a “misunderstanding” and expressed regret for any distress caused to Shafi. The settlement came after a UK High Court ruled in 2023 that NVTV’s broadcast falsely accused Shafi of deliberately […]
ISLAMABAD: Amid reports that the purported talks between the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and establishment hit a snag, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Khan on Saturday said his party was ready for establishing serious and result-oriented contacts for the country’s sake. Admitting that some individuals from the government and their own party’s ranks had been becoming hurdle […]
Pakistan has categorically rejected Indian media reports claiming that Islamabad sought a ceasefire following last month’s military confrontation. The Foreign Office (FO) stated that Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar never made such claims, emphasizing that Pakistan acted in self-defense after India’s unprovoked missile strikes. The FO’s statement came in response to misleading narratives suggesting Pakistan had requested an end to hostilities. […]
India’s Home Minister Amit Shah has declared that the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan will never be restored, asserting that water previously allocated to Pakistan will be diverted for India’s domestic use. The treaty, signed in 1960, governs the shared Indus river system and is crucial for 80% of Pakistan’s agricultural water supply. India suspended its […]
The federal government has relaxed restrictions on the import of used vehicles, allowing commercial imports of cars up to five years old, compared to the previous three-year limit. However, under the Baggage Scheme, overseas Pakistanis can still import three-year-old vehicles. The decision was confirmed during a Senate Standing Committee on Finance meeting, where Commerce Secretary Jawad Paul clarified that the […]
In a major relief for the salaried class, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced a significant reduction in income tax rates for individuals earning up to Rs1.2 million annually. The tax rate will now drop from 5% to just 1%, a move directed by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to alleviate financial burdens amid rising inflation. Aurangzeb […]
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