Russia’s Deadly Missile Attack on Kyiv Exploits Ukraine’s Depleted Air Defenses
At least 17 people were killed, officials said, as the country runs desperately low on interceptor missiles that could fend off Russian bombardments.
Sajid Khan targets early West Indies collapse as Pakistan eye victory
Off-spinner Sajid Khan took four wickets to help Pakistan move towards victory in the second Test. Photo: PCB Pakistan spinner Sajid Khan said the team will look to continue their strong bowling performance on the fourth day of the second Test and aim to dismiss West Indies quickly after putting themselves in a strong position. … Read more
Pakistan, US make ‘significant’ progress on reciprocal trade framework
[ Virtual meeting between FinMin, US trade representative notes proposed framework advanced ‘significantly’ Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb speaks during a Reuters interview in Islamabad, Pakistan, June 15, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Pakistan and the United States made “significant” progress in negotiations on a reciprocal trade framework and are aiming to agree “at the earliest”, Pakistan’s Finance … Read more
PBCC enhances monthly honorarium for national players
Pakistan Blind Cricket Council (PBCC) on Tuesday announced an enhanced monthly honorarium for 18 national blind cricketers in recognition of their consistent performances in recent domestic competitions. The revised honorarium will remain effective for six months, from July to December 2026, under the PBCC’s Player Support Programme. The council said the increase across all categories … Read more
Pakistan name 20-man squad for FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026
PHF expresses confidence in team despite winless Pro League campaign ahead of tournament in Netherlands and Belgium ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) on Tuesday announced a 20-member squad for the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026, with the national side set to compete in the tournament to be held in the Netherlands and Belgium from … Read more
Govt reviews CPEC project options
[ SWIFT WORK: Planning minister said that hopefully a financing agreement would be reached during the technical group meeting. In case of delay, Pakistan may start implementing the project through its own resources due to the urgency of having an alternative road. PHOTO:FILE ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is set to request China to allow top local firms … Read more
LPG air-mix project causes loss of billions
[ ISLAMABAD: A public gas utility suffered losses of billions of rupees after the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) air-mix plant project was abandoned despite purchase of relevant equipment and goods. The previous government of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) in 2016 and 2018 decided to set up LPG air-mix plants in far-flung areas by providing a … Read more
‘Auto tax policy favours the rich’
[ LAHORE: The widening gap in Pakistan’s vehicle taxation policy has opened a new fault line within the country’s auto industry, as established local manufacturers question a tax structure that they say favours expensive imported and premium new energy vehicles while leaving middle-class consumers with a heavier tax burden. The rift has intensified after the … Read more
Trump says Strait of Hormuz to open ‘very soon,’ warns Iran of ‘very hard’ response if talks fail
‘They had an all-day negotiation today, and it looks like things are very good,’ US president says US President Donald Trump gestures as he participates in a bilateral meeting with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi (not pictured) in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, July 14, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS US … Read more
Pakistan, Iran eye $10b trade
[ Joint border markets, Gwadar port cooperation on agenda as neighbours revive economic ties Iranian and Pakistani national flags are displayed along a street ahead of the arrival of Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian in Islamabad, Pakistan, June 23, 2026— REUTERS ISLAMABAD/KARACHI: Pakistan and Iran have agreed to increase bilateral trade to $10 billion and expedite … Read more