Gold holds steady at Rs523,762 per tola in Pakistan on Feb 17

ISLAMABAD — The gold rate in Pakistan today, February 17, 2026, remained unchanged in the local bullion market, with 24-karat gold priced at Rs523,762 per tola. According to market data,…

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T20 World Cup: Australia face elimination threat after Sri Lanka defeat

Australia’s chances of reaching the Super Eights of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup have narrowed significantly after an eight-wicket defeat to Sri Lanka, leaving their qualification dependent on other…

Hasnain Ali Mughal

Three militants killed, three CTD officials martyred in operation in Shangla’s Kabalgram

Shangla: Three suspected militants were killed during a targeted counterterrorism operation in Kabalgram area of Shangla district, while three officials of the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) embraced martyrdom, officials said…

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Over 100 enterprises now operating in Pakistan’s olive sector

ISLAMABAD, Feb 17 (ABC): More than 100 enterprises are operating across Pakistan’s olive sector, reflecting the rapid expansion of plantations, growing private participation, and rising domestic and global demand, head…

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Opposition Sit-In Enters Fourth Day Over Imran Khan’s Health

ISLAMABAD — The opposition alliance’s sit-in over concerns about PTI founder Imran Khan’s health entered its fourth day on Monday, as authorities reopened roads leading to Parliament House early in…

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PM Shehbaz Sharif seeks deeper economic cooperation during Austria visit

VIENNA — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday called for enhanced economic cooperation between Pakistan and Austria, highlighting collaboration in trade, skilled labour mobility and joint efforts to curb illegal…

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Three police personnel martyred in Shangla search operation; militants killed in retaliatory fire

SHANGLA — Three police personnel were martyred when militants opened fire on a police team during a search and clearance operation in Shangla on Monday, officials said. Security forces returned…

Aftab Hussain

Fasset partners with Habib Rafiq Limited to launch digital investment platform in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD — Fasset, an American-founded digital banking and investment platform, has announced plans to enter the Pakistani market through a strategic partnership with Habib Rafiq Limited (HRL), aiming to expand…

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Watershed

In the history of the subcontinent, the year 1971 drew a line that not only split a country into two parts but also created a miles-long gulf between hearts. But…

M.R. Malik

Westminster International School concludes five-day Phoenix Fest and Mavericks 2026 in Islamabad

ISLAMABAD — Westminster International School Bahria Campus concluded Phoenix Fest and Mavericks 2026, a five-day interschool festival that brought together more than 40 schools and over 2,500 students from across…

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