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Governor Kundi blames ‘barrage of statements’ by KP govt for Tirah exodus

Encourages CM Afridi to hold dialogue with Centre; Tallal Chaudhry alleges PTI concocting false narrative to hide corruption in Rs4bn Tirah funds.

Updated 28 Jan, 2026 05:11pm

Trump threatens Iran over nuclear talks, says ‘time is running out’

Says “a massive armada is heading to Iran"; remarks come after Iran’s top diplomat said the country would not come to the table under the shadow of military action.

Published 28 Jan, 2026 06:57pm

PTI demands meeting between Imran and his family amid reports of ex-premier being taken to hospital

PTI's Barrister Gohar says family has not been taken on board; calls on govt to not deny meetings until Feb 8.

Updated 28 Jan, 2026 07:33pm

Islamabad court issues non-bailable arrest warrant for KP CM Sohail Afridi in cybercrime case

Afridi has been accused of making misleading statements against state institutions and tarnishing their reputation.

Updated 28 Jan, 2026 05:41pm

Sharjeel hopeful construction of main BRT corridor on Karachi’s University Road will be complete by March

Sindh senior minister says condition of the main thoroughfare and its adjoining routes is now “far better than before”.

Updated 28 Jan, 2026 06:09pm

Sindh High Court dismisses plea seeking student union elections at Karachi University

Imposes a Rs10,000 fine on the petitioner for frivolous litigation.

Published 28 Jan, 2026 06:38pm

PM Shehbaz reaffirms resolve to eradicate polio in Pakistan

Gates Foundation official appreciates premier's personal attention to polio eradication and the effective measures taken in this regard.

Published 28 Jan, 2026 05:29pm

Man killed in IED blast in Bajaur

DSP says the IED was planted by unidentified miscreants; operation under way to find those involved in the incident.

Published 28 Jan, 2026 04:30pm

Australian squad arrives in Lahore for T20I series ahead of ICC World Cup

“Looking forward to the challenge” of playing in Pakistan, the tour is important for World Cup preparations, says Marsh.

Published 28 Jan, 2026 03:37pm

Mineral sector transformation cannot happen without strategic partners: planning minister

Ahsan Iqbal calls China’s role “central,” highlights Pakistan’s aim to “move decisively, beyond extraction.”

Published 28 Jan, 2026 01:44pm

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

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Why Tiger Downtown Ajman Is redefining resort-style living in the UAE

Planned as a $10 billion lagoon community in Al Alia, the development is conceived as a full urban district.

King Salman Gate brings a new era of development to Makkah for Pakistani pilgrims

Announced in October 2025, King Salman Gate will enhance the arrival and stay experience for the approximately 170,000 Pakistani pilgrims who visit Makkah each year.

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‘Mother of all deals’: India, EU finalise landmark trade deal, PM Modi says

This agreement will bring major opportunities for the 1.4 billion people of India and the millions of people in Europe, says Indian PM.

World , Updated 27 Jan, 2026 01:59pm

‘Mother of all deals’: India, EU finalise landmark trade deal, PM Modi says

UK’s ex-chancellor sparks controversy by ‘opposing entry of his own parents’

In revealing Sunday Times interview, Sajid Javid says he "wouldn’t allow his unskilled father or his non-English speaking mother entry" into UK under current rules.

Newspaper , Updated 27 Jan, 2026 07:50am

UK’s ex-chancellor sparks controversy by ‘opposing entry of his own parents’

Rashid Latif on T20 World Cup squad: Too many spin-bowling all-rounders, wicket-keepers disrupt team balance

In Haris Rauf's absence, Shaheen will need to take wickets in the early overs and the death overs, which will be challenging for him, says former Test captain.

T20 Worldcup 2026 , Updated 27 Jan, 2026 11:42am

BYD launches two electric SUVs

BYD-MMC building country's first nationwide NEV charging corridor.

Newspaper , Published 27 Jan, 2026 07:02am

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’

Putting money first, cricket last

Pakistan should participate in the World T20; but it should also support Bangladesh‘s cause, and continue to point out the hypocrisy in the treatment that it receives, versus what India gets.

Newspaper , Updated 27 Jan, 2026 10:21am

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.

World , Published 26 Jan, 2026 07:10pm

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

Be at the table, or on the menu

Holding the BRICS presidency for 2026, Modi is required to host a summit of its increasingly powerful and influential leaders in New Delhi around August.

Newspaper , Updated 27 Jan, 2026 09:19am

Tirah displacement

Neither the KP administration nor the centre is ready to take ownership for the evacuation and displacement.

Newspaper , Updated 27 Jan, 2026 08:49am

CM Murad opens Rs6.1bn Korangi causeway bridge for traffic

Built over Malir river, the project connects Korangi and Landhi industrial areas with Karachi’s East and South districts.

Pakistan , Updated 27 Jan, 2026 08:44am

CM Murad opens Rs6.1bn Korangi causeway bridge for traffic

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".

T20 Worldcup 2026 , Updated 26 Jan, 2026 09:35pm

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

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Newspaper , Published 27 Jan, 2026 07:37am

No question of military operation in Tirah: defence minister

Says migration is a routine practice in Tirah; says no operation has been carried out in Tirah in years; KP CM condemns planned military operation, decries "injustice" against people of KP.

Pakistan , Updated 27 Jan, 2026 09:59pm

No question of military operation in Tirah: defence minister

Atomic scientists set ‘Doomsday Clock’ closer to midnight than ever

The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists have set the clock to 85 seconds before midnight, the theoretical point of annihilation, four seconds closer than it was set last year.

World , Published 27 Jan, 2026 08:39pm

Atomic scientists set ‘Doomsday Clock’ closer to midnight than ever

Justice, Pakistan-style

Is justice a promise the state intends to honour?

Newspaper , Published 27 Jan, 2026 07:38am

LHC upholds order restraining Meesha Shafi from making sexual harassment claims against Ali Zafar

The court has restrained Shafi until the conclusion of the defamation suit filed against her by Zafar.

Pakistan , Published 28 Jan, 2026 12:12am

LHC upholds order restraining Meesha Shafi from making sexual harassment claims against Ali Zafar

2 killed, 10 injured in accident on Islamabad-Peshawar Motorway

Traffic on the M-1 was disrupted following the incident; five of the injured in critical condition.

Pakistan , Published 27 Jan, 2026 09:28am

2 killed, 10 injured in accident on Islamabad-Peshawar Motorway

Pakistan’s Babar problem — and why it’s not just about strike rate

There had been doubts around Babar’s place in Pakistan’s side for next month’s T20 World Cup.

Sport , Published 27 Jan, 2026 06:53pm

PTI says Imran suffering from ailment that could permanently damage his eyesight if not treated promptly

Demands Imran be allowed meeting with his family, medical treatment at a hospital of his own choice; Aleema questions who is behind reports about Imran's health.

Pakistan , Updated 27 Jan, 2026 10:29pm

PTI says Imran suffering from ailment that could permanently damage his eyesight if not treated promptly

Overstayed welcome

IT is about time the three gentlemen took their leave. The five-year terms of the chief election commissioner and ...

Newspaper , Published 27 Jan, 2026 07:35am

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’

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.

World , Updated 26 Jan, 2026 11:27pm

President Zardari arrives in UAE for 4-day official visit

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.

World , Published 26 Jan, 2026 11:06pm

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

President Zardari, UAE counterpart discuss way to further deepen ties

“The leaders discussed ways to further deepen the longstanding and brotherly relations between Pakistan and the UAE,” statement says.

Pakistan , Updated 27 Jan, 2026 11:47pm

President Zardari, UAE counterpart discuss way to further deepen ties

Industry slams SBP’s ‘penal’ rate policy

Leaders criticise central bank for ignoring calls for a single-digit rate to revive economy.

Newspaper , Updated 27 Jan, 2026 07:28am

Industry slams SBP’s ‘penal’ rate policy

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