Goldsmith family’s assault on Pakistan’s national interests

There is no room for leniency and leverage for nefarious elements, which compromise national interests Sons of PTI founder Imran Khan, Kasim Khan and Sulaiman Khan. Photo: X/ File Respect, honour, and prestige of one’s homeland and its national interests, especially the interests which are directly linked to the sovereignty, image, and standing of a … Read more

Pakistan emerging as key diplomatic player amid high-level regional visits

Arrival of Saudi, Turkish and Egyptian FMs signals growing global relevance, say experts From left to right: Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud and Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. Photo: File Pakistan is increasingly being viewed as a key diplomatic player as the … Read more

Raja Nasir Abbas proposes national government for consensus

Urges parties to unite under national government, stresses constitutional supremacy Leader of the Opposition in the Senate and Tehreek –e-Tahaffuz-e ain Pakistan deputy chief Allama Raja Nasir Abbas. SCREENGRAB Leader of the Opposition in the Senate Allama Raja Nasir Abbas on Saturday proposed the formation of a national government to steer the country out of ongoing … Read more

Basant turns deadly once again

After the 21-year ban ended, elites celebrated in style, while grieving families remained in misery Liberty Roundabout beautifully decorated with a huge kite model ahead of the upcoming Basant festival in the provincial capital. PHOTO: APP LAHORE: Once a symbol of culture and community, Basant now feels like a kitsch spectacle for the elite. Amid … Read more

Qatari prime minister praises Pakistan’s efforts for peace through talks in Mideast in call with Dar

Both sides discuss prevailing regional, international developments and emphasise importance of urgent de-escalation Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani. Photos: File Qatar’s premier on Saturday commended Pakistan for its efforts to promote peace through dialogue and diplomacy in the Middle East during a call with … Read more

Zalmi sink Pindiz in high-scoring PSL11 tie

Peshawar Zalmi started their Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 campaign with a thrilling five-wicket win over RawalPindiz in a high-scoring contest at Gaddafi Stadium on Saturday. Chasing a daunting 215-run target, Peshawar Zalmi rode on collective batting efforts to reach 216/5 on the first ball of the final over in this Pakistan Super League 2025 … Read more

Allegations against ex-captain land Shehzad in trouble

Investigation initiated under cybercrime law; he has been summoned for questioning Former Pakistani cricketer Ahmed Shehzad. Photo: Screengrab KARACHI: Former Pakistan cricketer Ahmed Shehzad has come under legal scrutiny after making allegations against a former national team captain, with authorities initiating an investigation under the country’s cybercrime laws, officials and sources said. Shehzad, who has … Read more

Ukraine, UAE agree to cooperate on defence, Zelenskiy says

Leaders discuss security developments, military escalation, impact on international navigation, economy Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, meets with Volodymyr Zelenskiy, President of Ukraine, in the United Arab Emirates in this undated handout picture released March 28, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Saturday he had … Read more

AI deepfakes blur reality in 2026 US midterm campaigns

Realistic videos, among “deepfake” advertisements that campaigns are deploying ahead of November’s elections As the video opens, Democratic Texas State Representative James Talarico appears to stand in front of a Texas flag, beaming. “Radicalised white men are the greatest domestic terrorist threat in our country,” the US Senate candidate seems to say into the camera. … Read more