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IMF targets dubbed ‘new’ benchmarks do not represent ‘imposition of abrupt conditions’: finance ministry

"The measures referenced are part of a phased, medium-term reform agenda agreed with the IMF," ministry says.

Published 14 Dec, 2025 01:18pm

NOCs to Binance, HTX not ‘blanket approvals’ but first step under supervised entry framework: Bilal bin Saqib

Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority chairperson says terms development “first practical step” that reflects “new mindset”.

Updated 14 Dec, 2025 01:23pm

SC overturns DNA test order, says paternity challenges cause ‘humiliation, severe psychological stigma’

Warns against judicial intrusion into sanctity of family life and women’s reputation.

Updated 14 Dec, 2025 08:53am

Three boys martyred in KP’s Bannu as quadcopter crashes

Afghan girl killed in Lower South Waziristan IED blast.

Updated 14 Dec, 2025 07:23am

Police hunt for gunman who killed 2 Brown University students, injured 9 people in US

Individual responsible "still at large", says Rhode Island mayor.

Updated 14 Dec, 2025 08:56am

IHC’s Justice Jahangiri likely to appear as defendant in his own court in degree case

Lawyers expected to attend proceedings to express solidarity with him.

Published 14 Dec, 2025 07:41am

Karachi Cotton Exchange building ‘vacated’ by FIA, ETPB; agencies claim premises had been illegally occupied

Allege that association had been keeping multiple tenants inside the building and charging them rent without lawful authority; KCA terms operation "illegal".

Updated 14 Dec, 2025 10:38am

40pc tax returns show nil income in tax year 2025: sources

Zero income with lavish lifestyle exposes weak enforcement as millions stay on the rolls without paying a rupee.

Published 14 Dec, 2025 10:24am

‘Decisive’ action against Tirah terrorists on the cards

Security officials, elders discussing mechanism for families’ relocation.

Updated 14 Dec, 2025 11:12am

Sindh court exonerates ex-minister Dr Asim from Rs459.5bn corruption charges

Judge asks ACE Sindh to file report on Rs3bn money laundering allegations in relevant court; NAB transferred graft.

Updated 14 Dec, 2025 11:29am

Timeline: Former ISI Chief Faiz Hameed Was Sentenced to 14 Years

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How Faiz’s hubris came undone with failure of TTP ‘resettlement project’

Whether the pursuit of peace with the TTP was his own brainchild or an assignment given to him by his then-boss Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa, it’s hard to tell.

Newspaper , Updated 12 Dec, 2025 09:39pm

How Faiz’s hubris came undone with failure of TTP ‘resettlement project’

UN expert decries Imran’s detention, calls on authorities to ensure compliance with international standards

PM's aide says Imran being kept "according to prison rules and jail manual”, being provided facilities “greater than his rights” as a B-class prisoner.

World , Updated 13 Dec, 2025 12:44pm

UN expert decries Imran’s detention, calls on authorities to ensure compliance with international standards

Pakistan summons Norwegian envoy over ‘unwarranted’ presence at court hearing

Ministry informs Norwegian diplomat that his presence breached "diplomatic protocol and relevant international law".

Pakistan , Updated 11 Dec, 2025 09:20pm

Pakistan summons Norwegian envoy over ‘unwarranted’ presence at court hearing

Ex-spymaster Faiz Hameed sentenced to 14 years under Army Act, involvement in political agitation being dealt with separately: ISPR

ISPR says Hameed tried on four charges related to engaging in political activities, violation of Official Secret Act, misuse of authority and govt resources and causing wrongful loss to persons.

Pakistan , Updated 11 Dec, 2025 04:59pm

Ex-spymaster Faiz Hameed sentenced to 14 years under Army Act, involvement in political agitation being dealt with separately: ISPR

New provinces?

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Newspaper , Updated 12 Dec, 2025 09:22am

RT India deletes X post about PM ‘waiting to meet’ Putin, says it ‘may have been misrepresentation of events’

According to Indian media, the original post stated that PM Shehbaz waited for Putin for 40 minutes before “growing tired and gate-crashing” the Russian leader’s meeting with Erdogan.

Pakistan , Updated 13 Dec, 2025 08:33pm

RT India deletes X post about PM ‘waiting to meet’ Putin, says it ‘may have been misrepresentation of events’

Absence of political trust between India and US highlighted at Congress hearing

Democratic congresswoman cautions that Trump risks becoming “the president who lost India”.

World , Published 12 Dec, 2025 12:22pm

Absence of political trust between India and US highlighted at Congress hearing

‘Fomenting political agitation’: what’s next for embattled former spymaster?

This is certainly not the first time that Hameed has been accused of political maneuvering, both pre and post-retirement.

Newspaper , Updated 12 Dec, 2025 12:23pm

‘Fomenting political agitation’: what’s next for embattled former spymaster?

Pakistan to allow Binance to explore ‘tokenisation’ of up to $2bn of assets

"Binance and/or its affiliates may provide technical expertise, advisory support, training and capacity building," finance ministry says.

Tech , Published 12 Dec, 2025 07:05pm

Pakistan to allow Binance to explore ‘tokenisation’ of up to $2bn of assets

Timeline of Faiz Hameed’s arrest and trial

In Nov 2023, Supreme Court said allegations of an “extremely serious nature” against the ex-spymaster “cannot be left unattended”.

Pakistan , Updated 11 Dec, 2025 04:03pm

Timeline of Faiz Hameed’s arrest and trial

Bilawal responds to Punjab CM Maryam’s ‘warm welcome’, thanks her for ‘positive gesture’

“Punjab is your home, and you will always find a place of respect here,” Maryam says to Bilawal on X.

Pakistan , Updated 12 Dec, 2025 03:06pm

Bilawal responds to Punjab CM Maryam’s ‘warm welcome’, thanks her for ‘positive gesture’

Rainfall, snow expected in KP, GB, and Balochistan over weekend

Met Office says a shallow western disturbance is likely to approach western parts on night of Dec 12.

Pakistan , Published 12 Dec, 2025 03:50pm

Rainfall, snow expected in KP, GB, and Balochistan over weekend

PM calls on world to urge Kabul to rein in terrorists operating from Afghan soil

PM holds meetings with Turkish and Iranian presidents on sidelines of international forum in Ashgabat, stresses need for Afghan Taliban to address Pakistan's security concerns.

, Updated 12 Dec, 2025 06:55pm

PM calls on world to urge Kabul to rein in terrorists operating from Afghan soil

Trump launches gold card for expedited visas with a $1m price tag

“Basically, it’s a Green Card, but much better," says Trump.

Newspaper , Updated 12 Dec, 2025 08:10am

Trump launches gold card for expedited visas with a $1m price tag

US approves sale of tech worth $686m for Pakistan’s F-16 fighter jets

The package includes Link–16 systems, cryptographic equipment, avionics updates, training, and comprehensive logistical support.

World , Updated 11 Dec, 2025 07:29am

US approves sale of tech worth $686m for Pakistan’s F-16 fighter jets

‘Just the beginning’: Journalists, politicians react to Faiz Hameed’s sentencing

“He set a precedent for manipulating the judiciary,” says senior journalist Shahzeb Khanzada.

Pakistan , Updated 11 Dec, 2025 09:22pm

‘Just the beginning’: Journalists, politicians react to Faiz Hameed’s sentencing

Combating extremism

IN dealing with extremism, the state has a patchy record. While many valuable lives — of security personnel and...

Newspaper , Published 12 Dec, 2025 05:58am

5 cops injured in late-night terrorist attack on police checkpost in Bannu

According to a police statement, Fitna al Khawarij terrorists attacked the post on Thursday night.

Pakistan , Updated 12 Dec, 2025 12:41pm

5 cops injured in late-night terrorist attack on police checkpost in Bannu

Work at home

Karachi’s women have played a notable role in forming the HBWWF.

Newspaper , Published 12 Dec, 2025 05:58am

Afghan clerics adopt resolution to ‘rein in militancy abroad’

The resolution, adopted by leading Afghan clerics, pledges that their country’s soil will not be used against other countries.

Newspaper , Updated 12 Dec, 2025 07:55am

Afghan clerics adopt resolution to ‘rein in militancy abroad’

Beyond the verdict

The high-profile case had shone a spotlight on deep-rooted tensions within Pakistan’s civil-military dynamics.

Newspaper , Updated 13 Dec, 2025 08:59am

Husband can’t face rape charge before divorce finalised: LHC

Justice Tariq Saleem Sheikh observes that although Islamic law recognises multiple forms of Talaq, Pakistani law mandates a specific legal mechanism.

Pakistan , Published 13 Dec, 2025 05:43am

Husband can’t face rape charge before divorce finalised: LHC

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Newspaper , Updated 12 Dec, 2025 09:46am

Govt agrees to new IMF targets after missing about a dozen

Additional taxes, spending cuts planned to offset revenue shortfalls; govt commits to raising federal excise duty on fertilisers, pesticides.

Newspaper , Updated 12 Dec, 2025 08:06am

Govt agrees to new IMF targets after missing about a dozen

Bangladesh open to joining bloc with Pakistan, sans India

Dhaka's foreign adviser says it is possible for Bangladesh strategically but not for Nepal, Bhutan to join grouping excluding India.

World , Published 11 Dec, 2025 07:23am

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IMF targets dubbed ‘new’ benchmarks do not represent ‘imposition of abrupt conditions’: finance ministry

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Seed watchdog cutbacks spark yield fears

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