Iran rejects talks with US amid threats as regional tensions rise
Iran has ruled out negotiations with the United States, saying talks cannot take place in an atmosphere of military threats, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Wednesday, as tensions escalate…
IMF urges Pakistan to bridge revenue gap through full recovery of super tax
The International Monetary Fund has urged Pakistan to cover its revenue shortfall by ensuring full recovery of the super tax, following a recent court ruling that cleared legal hurdles to…
Trump warns Iran time is running out on nuclear talks, signals possible escalation
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday warned Iran that “time is running out” to reach an agreement on its nuclear programme, raising the possibility of further military action after Tehran…
Minister urges opposition to focus on solutions rather than rhetoric
Islamabad: Information and Broadcasting Minister Attaullah Tarar on Wednesday urged the opposition to move beyond criticism and political point-scoring and instead present practical solutions to national challenges. Speaking at the…
Govt taking practical steps to eradicate polio from Pakistan, says PM Shehbaz Sharif
The federal government is taking practical steps under a comprehensive national strategy to eradicate polio from Pakistan at the earliest, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif said on Wednesday. The prime…
Pakistanis can travel to these European countries in 2026 without a Schengen visa
For Pakistani passport holders, travel to Europe has traditionally been constrained by strict Schengen visa requirements. In 2026, however, electronic visas and simplified entry systems are making short-term travel to…
NAB recovers Rs. 4.05 billion in Kohistan mega scam through record plea bargain
The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has recovered Rs. 4.05 billion in what officials described as the largest single cash recovery in the bureau’s history, following the approval of a plea…
AB de Villiers praises Lahore Qalandars and calls franchise a source of pride
Former South African captain AB de Villiers has praised Lahore Qalandars, calling it a source of pride to have represented the franchise during his playing career. In a special message,…
Digitalization, crypto and rethinking Pakistan’s identity architecture
Pakistan’s telecom sector has been a cornerstone of digital expansion. Mobile connectivity widened access, reduced transaction costs, and enabled the rise of branchless banking and mobile wallets. As digital services…
The Debt Trap of Wealthy Economies and the Rising Threat of Global Economic Instability
The global economy is currently standing at a highly precarious juncture, where states long regarded as prosperous are increasingly buckling under the weight of the very financial burdens they themselves…
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