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Become world’s best-performing driven by high hopes ahead of new govt

Pakistan is obligated to repay $77 billion over the next three years

Elections held at height of political instability, nosediving economy and simmering security situation

More equitable mechanisms must be created to move the world toward a net-zero future

Earnest call to reimagine Islamabad’s urban landscape in face of rising environmental , daily commutation challenges

Post elections important issue facing new government will be reviving Pakistan’s economy, raising living standards

People of Kashmir have fought through years of oppression, barbarity and negation of their identity

Global media closely cover general elections, focusing on security, candidates, and mobile service suspension

Kakar praises institutions’ resolve in the aftermath of the recent terrorist incidents

Move attributed to maintaining ’law and order’; condemned by rights groups and parties

Grants bail to an accused charged with distributing proscribed religious book

Case dismissed after plea withdrawn by lawyer for PTI-backed candidate for PP-11

Petitioner contends that interim govt does not have mandate to take such decisions

ECC directed of finance and maritime affairs ministries to explore further avenues of investment

PPP chief says his party is manages economy better than others

Shah Mehmood Qureshi, Sheikh Rasheed unable to vote

ECP would use EMS for transmission of election results

In a surprising twist, influential PML-N leader helps locate young PTI supporter in time of need amid crackdown

PPP, PML-N complete pre-poll consultation, final decisions after vote results

Farmers expressed optimism that the rain would serve as tonic for the crops

The workers were later dispersed by intruding on the heavy contingent of the police

The road to elections has been riddled with challenges, with echoes of the past haunting the present

LSM sector growth, exchange rate improvement key to boosting economy

Funds will go through a tax-neutral finance hub in Gujarat

Strategy aims to maintain policy rate amidst IMF concerns

Target climate, economy and social welfare to boost partnership

KSE-100 index gains 344.85 points, settles at 64,143.87

Tensions rise over concerns on water shares as Centre pushes controversial proposal

With fresh uptick, currency has cumulatively risen 9.93%, or Rs27.76, in past five months

Decides to negotiate with hydel, gas-based IPPs to save costs for consumers

Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan can cooperate in many areas including agriculture, industry, energy, and tourism

CCoP increases Privatisation Commission budget by Rs2.2b or 175%

Gallup survey shows 99% of people think present caretaker government is corrupt

Pakistan’s economy is in dire straits, with overburdened, bleeding population, it needs urgent surgical repair

Law of Return basically says that any Jew has right to relocate to Israel and acquire Israeli citizenship

Distinctive feature of Feb 8 2024 elections is sizable number of Independent candidates, contesting for PTI

Magnitude of tariff increases, with 35.13% rise for SNGPL consumers, 8.57% increase for SSGC consumers

Selection of PCB chief should be in free, fair elections organised by board, with no political interference

PPP chief says his party is manages economy better than others

The helicopter carrying the two-time president of Chile crashed in the waters of Lake Ranco, cause not determined

Rights groups claim that election authorities have ignored the plight of voters with mobility issues and the elderly

JCB bulldozer-led demolitions have left at least 617 individuals homeless or deprived of their means of livelihood

Residents of Chitral feel that they never get to see any of the money the government earns from allowing Markhor hunts

Unknown assailants fled the scene following retaliatory firing by Hamdullah's guards

Cop's young son was carrying grenade in his hand when it went off accidentally

Normal operations would resume on Friday, says FO spokesperson

IPSOS says 77% in rural, 74% in urban areas ready to accept results, signaling optimism for democracy's continuity

At least 174 people were rescued and rushed to hospitals; compensation for the families of the deceased announced

Riyadh urges UNSC members to recognise Palestinian state on 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as capital

Resistance group's counterproposal envisages three phases of truce, each lasting 45 days

Father of one of hostages says he was going from place to place in distress in search of his son's safe recovery

Araghchi thanks Pakistan for its constructive role, mediation efforts between the parties

Dar says Pakistan expresses its appreciation to US, Iran and remains committed to facilitating dialogue and diplomacy

Report highlights use of legal and institutional mechanisms to curb dissent, including cybercrime and anti-terror laws

CM Murad expresses deep sorrow over deaths, urges citizens to avoid unnecessary outdoor activity

Patients across major cities struggle as drug prices surge under weak oversight and global supply pressures

US Chargé d’Affaires welcomes Pakistani delegates, calling summit a premier event promoting foreign investment in US

Court directs investors to seek redress from the appropriate forum

Analysis found mismatched audio and video, with unsynced lip movements and facial expressions in clip

Court disposes of their applications for suspension of sentence, declaring them infructuous

Sindh CM says Pakistan 'does not want war' but will never compromise on its defence

No immediate reports of damage or casualties have been confirmed

May, 2025 judgment explicitly directed govt and Parliament to address this deficiency

Will take up petition for Bushra's treatment under personal physician

Says those controlling jail meetings hold key to easing tensions

Brent crude futures were up $1.22, or 1.1%, to $109.39 a barrel at ​0909 GMT after settling down $2.23 on Friday

Hopes of US–Iran peace pact, stable oil prices keep market in green territory

Import dependence, global shocks push Pakistan to explore low-carbon alternatives

Telecom, banking success shows identity linking can fix utility recoveries

From drones, data to rural e-commerce, China is turning innovation into income

Taxes on inputs for export goods do not generate sustainable revenue; they merely reduce export volumes

Gap between what is said, meant and heard can carry profound consequences

Only 18% of country's 58,423 cell sites were fiberised as of June 2025

Seven OPEC+ members approve 188,000 bpd hike for June but increase remains symbolic until strait reopens

Multi-sector delegation of importers to arrive in third week of May

Virtual meeting focuses on AI-driven threats, REITs reform to formalise real estate investment

Highlights agriculture, IT, textiles, real estate, oil and gas sector among others

Both sides focused on a wide range of areas of mutual interest aimed at enhancing bilateral economic engagements

SSGC petition includes Rs312b interest on GDS receivables, Rs16b Balochistan shortfall

Cabinet clears donkey meat export within hours of shutdown announcement

No suspects were in custody following the ​shooting just after 9​pm at a party at Arcadia ‌Lake

Iran warns US Navy to stay clear of Hormuz after Trump says US to help stranded ships

Air traffic returns to normal ​after precautionary measures introduced at start of US-Iran war, were lifted

Rodent-borne virus strikes expedition ship off Cape Verde, leaving three dead and three ill aboard MV Hondius

Giuliani, 81, garnered acclaim for ​his response to September 11, 2001, al ​Qaeda attack

West Bengal seen as crucial contest between Modi's BJP, Mamata Banerjee's TMC

King urged the importance of NATO and called for a 'just and lasting peace' in Ukraine

Israel saying it had removed some 175 activists -- two of whom were taken to Israel for questioning

Comes just weeks after Trump's extraordinary criticism of Pope Leo XIV over the Catholic leader's anti-war rhetoric

Small boats attacked ship about 11 nautical miles west of Sirik, near the Strait of Hormuz

Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson says 'at this stage, we do not have nuclear negotiations'

Plan includes $50b for Pan Asia Power Grid initiative and $20b for tech and digital projects

Coast Guard says ship, with unclear destination with no cargo and on EU and UK sanctions lists

First Leo-US cabinet meeting in nearly a year set for Thursday, source says amid criticism from Trump

Three killed in airstrike on Safad al-Battikh, Lebanon, state news agency reports

Mike Smith eyes record as oldest Kentucky Derby winner at 59 with contender So Happy at Churchill Downs

World number 23 beat Andreeva 6-3, 7-5

Lewandowski and Torres strike late to secure a 2–1 win at Osasuna

Goals from both sides end in a 2–2 draw in Paris

Arteta's side demolished Fulham with a three-goal first half blitz

Draw helps Inter extend a nine-point lead

Batting first, Kingsmen are bowled out for 129; Samad’s 48 and Hardie’s 58 seal win with 28 balls to spare

Jordan Spieth, Alex Smalley and Nick Taylor shared second

The former Formula One driver lost both legs in an accident

The victory helped them occupy the last safe space in Serie A

Their 3-1 victory secured them a spot in the next season

Hyderabad captain Labuschagne burst into tears after qualifying for PSL 11 final

Pistons recovered from the brink of elimination against Orlando

The second seed dispatched promising Belgian Alexander Blockx 6-2, 7-5

The 26-year-old Briton outpaced Italian teenager Kimi Antonelli