Islamabad — March 16, 2026Amid rising fuel prices triggered by the ongoing Middle East conflict, the Pakistani government has announced a substantial relief package for its low-income citizens, approving a Rs23 billion subsidy specifically targeting motorcycle and rickshaw owners across the country.Secretary Petroleum briefed the Senate Committee that the government has decided to allocate Rs23…
Washington / Beijing / Brussels — March 16, 2026The Iran war’s third week has opened a new diplomatic front, as President Trump escalates pressure on global allies to join a naval coalition to secure the Strait of Hormuz — only to face a wall of reluctance from Europe and a calculated dodge from China.Trump, writing…
Islamabad, March 16, 2026 – Amid high security alert in the federal capital due to the ongoing war situation between Iran and Israel, Islamabad Police has released its performance report for the last 24 hours.According to the report, comprehensive checking of 1,627 individuals and 5,417 vehicles and motorcycles was carried out in various zones of…
Islamabad, March 16, 2026 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif presided over an important review meeting to assess measures for economic stability and providing relief to the public in view of the ongoing global tensions.The Prime Minister stated that consultations are continuing for further steps to provide relief to the people in light of the…
Vatican City, March 16, 2026 – The head of the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV, has voiced deep concern over the ongoing conflict in the Middle East involving Iran, Israel and the United States. He has appealed to all parties to declare an immediate ceasefire and return to negotiations.In his address, Pope Leo XIV said, “It…
Tehran / Dubai — Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced on Sunday that it has launched a fresh wave of retaliatory strikes using hypersonic missiles and explosive drones against U.S. and Israeli-linked targets across the region.The operation reportedly involved around 10 Fattah and Qadr missiles aimed specifically at the U.S. Al-Dhafra Air Base in…
Canberra, Australia — Three additional members of Iran’s women’s national football team have decided to abandon their asylum claims in Australia and return to Iran, Australian authorities confirmed on Sunday.The development leaves only three players from the original group of seven who will remain in Australia. The seven athletes had sought sanctuary during the Women’s…
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan – March 15, 2026In a swift and timely operation, the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Immigration Wing foiled an attempt at illegal immigration through forged documents at Islamabad International Airport.During routine immigration clearance for PIA flight PK-781 bound for Canada, two foreign passengers — identified as Chunga Chaye (female) and Chonja Sun (male) —…
DHAKA, Bangladesh – March 15, 2026Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by 11 runs in the third and final One-Day International to win the three-match series on Saturday.Batting first, Bangladesh posted a solid total of 290 runs for 5 wickets in their full quota of 50 overs.Chasing a target of 291, Pakistan’s innings collapsed as the team was…
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan – March 15, 2026Pakistan’s armed forces have carried out fresh precision strikes under Operation Ghazab Lil Haq, destroying a tunnel and several high-value terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan’s Kandahar province, military and security sources confirmed on Saturday.In a separate action along the Pak-Afghan border in the Chitral sector, Pakistani troops completely demolished the Afghan…
