World News

Lahore, Pakistan – February 8, 2026 — German Ambassador to Pakistan Ina Lepel has reaffirmed Germany’s strong commitment to supporting the growth and competitiveness of Pakistan’s apparel industry, while cautioning that the sector’s export performance has remained largely stagnant for over a decade.Speaking at an interactive session with senior representatives of Pakistan’s value-added apparel export…

Lahore, Pakistan –By Farzana choudhray.February 8, 2026 — Punjab Police have been placed on high alert and are actively performing security duties at churches and during Christian worship and prayer programs throughout the province, including in Lahore.Following direct instructions from Inspector General of Police Punjab, Rao Abdul Kareem, all Regional Police Officers (RPOs) and District…

Lahore, Pakistan –by Farzana choudhray February 8, 2026 — Secretary Auqaf and Chief Administrator Auqaf Punjab Dr. Ehsan Bhutta has described Sufi shrines as powerful symbols of faith, cultural heritage, and interfaith harmony, emphasizing that their preservation and modernization remain key priorities of the Punjab government.Speaking during an official visit to the shrine of renowned…

Tehran – February 8, 2026 — Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has firmly stated that Tehran will not compromise on its right to uranium enrichment during any negotiations with the United States, reiterating that the Islamic Republic remains unafraid of American military threats or troop deployments in the region.Addressing a public event in Tehran, FM…

Multan / Kathmandu – February 8, 2026 — Nepal’s spirited performance in their opening match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 against England has earned widespread praise from cricket legends around the world, with former South African fast bowler Dale Steyn going a step further by publicly offering his services to the Nepali…

Dubai / Lahore – February 8, 2026 — Following Sri Lanka, the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) has become the latest cricket authority to formally request the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to reconsider its decision to boycott the high-profile India vs Pakistan match scheduled for 15 February 2026 in the ongoing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.According…

Islamabad – February 8, 2026 — The Government of Pakistan has formally decided to participate in the inaugural meeting of the Gaza Board of Peace, an international initiative aimed at supporting ceasefire implementation, humanitarian relief, reconstruction planning, and long-term peace efforts in Gaza.According to official sources in Islamabad, Pakistan will be represented at a high…

Islamabad – February 8, 2026 — The Free and Fair Election Network (FAFEN) has warned that parliamentary oversight of the executive branch continues to be significantly weak in Pakistan, allowing executive dominance to persist unchecked.In a detailed statement released today, FAFEN highlighted that the standing committees of the National Assembly and Senate — which are…

Kathmandu / Multan – February 8, 2026 — England secured a hard-fought victory over Nepal in a high-scoring and dramatic T20 International match, defeating the home side by a narrow margin in what was described as a “nail-biting” contest.Nepal, batting first after winning the toss, posted a competitive total of 180/6 in their allotted 20…

Riyadh/Islamabad – February 8, 2026 — The World Bank Group has reiterated its firm commitment to Pakistan’s ambitious 10-year development program valued at $20 billion, emphasizing continued support for the country’s reform agenda and effective implementation of priority projects.The reaffirmation came during an important meeting in Saudi Arabia between Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Finance Muhammad…