Islamabad — In a significant policy decision, Pakistan has agreed to facilitate Iran by allowing transit trade through Pakistani territory to third countries, marking a major step toward enhancing regional trade connectivity.The Ministry of Commerce has officially issued the “Goods Transit Through Pakistan Order 2026” notification in this regard. According to the notification, the federal…
Islamabad — Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday visited Speaker House to offer his condolences to National Assembly Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan and Minister of State Malik Rasheed Ahmad Khan on the sad demise of their loved ones.The Prime Minister expressed heartfelt grief and sorrow over the passing of Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad…
Bogotá — Special ReportA deadly terrorist explosion rocked Colombia on Sunday, killing at least 14 people including children, in what authorities are calling one of the most horrific attacks in recent months. Several others sustained critical injuries and are currently receiving treatment at local hospitals.The powerful blast caused widespread destruction in the targeted area, leaving…
ISLAMABAD (Diplomatic Desk) — A significant development has emerged in the ongoing diplomatic process between the United States and Iran, as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is set to return to Islamabad this evening for a fresh round of bilateral meetings with Pakistan’s top leadership.According to diplomatic sources, the visit comes at a critical juncture…
PESHAWAR (Special Report) — Khyber Pakhtunkhwa witnessed 475 terrorist incidents over the past three months, claiming the lives of 138 civilians, according to figures released by provincial police and security forces. Counter-terrorism operations conducted across 14 districts of the province resulted in the killing of 85 militants.Law enforcement agencies registered cases against 1,427 suspects in…
GAZA (International Desk) — As relentless Israeli bombardment continues to devastate Gaza, children are not only suffering physical injuries — many are now losing their ability to speak entirely. Medical experts warn that the condition is as much a result of severe psychological trauma as it is of physical harm.Recent field reports have documented hundreds…
By Muhammad ShahzadLahore, PakistanLAHORE: The Punjab Assembly Secretariat has saved Rs. 770 million (Rs. 77 crore) under an austerity drive and surrendered the amount to the national exchequer, officials said.The savings were achieved following directives from Speaker Punjab Assembly Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan, in line with the cost-cutting policies of the federal and provincial governments.According…
By Farzana ChaudhryLahore, PakistanLAHORE: Women are increasingly making their mark in the field of journalism by fully utilizing their talents, a development widely regarded as commendable, said Chairman Pakistan Media Writers Club, Iftikhar Khan.He expressed these views while presiding over a ceremony titled “Successful Women,” organized by the Pakistan Media Writers Club in collaboration with…
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Timberwolves lost starters Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo to injuries in the first half of Saturday night’s Game 4 against the Denver Nuggets. Edwards was helped to the locker room late in the first half after appearing to hyperextend his left knee. The Wolves ruled out Edwards for the rest of…
