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ISLAMABAD: PTI and its leaders on Wednesday criticised the federal government for seeking a review of the SC order. In a post on X, PTI strongly denounced a joint press conference by Information Minister Attaullah Tarar and Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry, terming it “extremely regrettable, irresponsible and shameful”. The party said “turning … Read more

IMPROVED TIES: Pakistan-US relations have warmed in recent months, and the request for a $10 billion backup facility is seen in the context of enhanced diplomatic relations. PHOTO:FILE ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said on Wednesday that an under-discussion $10 billion facility by the United States would not be a loan but would be used … Read more

Diverse selection that includes pop, ballads, hip-hop reflects growing global reach of Pakistani music Spotify’s editorial team has highlighted 50 Pakistani songs that it says have stood out during the first half of 2026, reflecting the changing sounds and themes of the country’s music scene. The selection, titled “The Best Pakistani Songs of the Year … Read more

. The writer is an Adjunct Professor of Epidemiology at the University of Nebraska and has worked for the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. He can be reached at jasghar@gmail.com I was an avid reader and literally a bookworm while growing up. I would read every printed thing that came my way, including … Read more

Both victims found semi-naked; police suspect suffocation, wait for post-mortem findings A foul smell led to the discovery of two bodies found inside a car parked in a garage at Sea View Apartments near Nishan-e-Pakistan in Karachi’s Clifton, with police suspecting that the two men may have died of suffocation. The victims appeared to have … Read more

FO says Kashmir is an internationally recognised disputed territory awaiting final disposition Foreign Office. Photo: File Pakistan on Wednesday summoned the US charge d’affaires in Islamabad and lodged a “strong demarche” over US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor’s visit to Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) and his remarks describing the disputed territory as … Read more

KARACHI: India downed Pakistan 5-3 in a pulsating Group D clash at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen on Wednesday, knocking their arch-rivals out of the FIH Hockey World Cup after the Green-shirts suffered their second defeat of the tournament. Captain Harmanpreet Singh scored twice from penalty corners while Abhishek added two field goals as … Read more

Says PPP’s position regarding provinces is very clear, if there is consensus, a province should be formed Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari addresses a press conference at the Parliament House in Islamabad. SCREENGRAB Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Wednesday ruled out support for the government’s proposed legislation in the Senate … Read more

Party leaders accuse ministers of politicising founder’s basic right to medical treatment Former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan speaks with Reuters during an interview, in Lahore, Pakistan March 17, 2023. — REUTERS Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and its leaders on Wednesday criticised the federal government for seeking a review of the Supreme Court (SC) order directing … Read more

The Commonwealth Games bronze medallist was handed Rs2 million for her fine achievement Federal Minister Rana Sanaullah presents reward to Commonwealth Games medalist Fatima Zahra. Photo: Zulfiqar Baig ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s federal government has awarded boxer Fatima Zahra Rs2 million for winning a bronze medal at the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games. Prime Minister’s adviser on Inter-Provincial … Read more