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Saad Rafique backs call for political dialogue

The premier will lead Pakistan's delegation and present Islamabad's stance on key regional and global challenges

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Met Dept expects heavy rain across province while also issuing a monsoon alert for parts of Sindh

Committee also passes unanimous resolution calling for every possible effort to secure Imran Khan's release

Visit marks the first by a serving PAF chief in over a decade, serves as a strategic milestone for Pak-US defence ties

Profit on the Shuhada Family Welfare Account has been reduced by 24 basis points

Her release comes two days after the LHC ordered it in a case involving unrest and anti-state sloganeering charges

Discussions highlighted desire to institutionalise and strengthen the formal relationship between the PAF and the SAAF

K-P CM says PTI plans to launch nationwide movement after Muharram and will intensify its efforts

Facility is free of charge and provided through an automated temporary mobile registration system

Second Secretary at Pakistan Mission rejects India's claim on Kashmir, citing its role in terror attacks in Pakistan

Court sentenced her in absentia, the first verdict since she was ousted from power in a student-led uprising last year

One bus struck the rear of another, blocking the lane and backing up traffic for several blocks

Italy issued red alerts for 18 cities, while in Germany temperatures were forecast to peak at 40 degrees Celsius

Previous cancellation of PTI candidates’ return on reserved seats rendered void

Artisans are crafting sacred items like Alam, Tazia, which carry powerful spiritual meaning in Muharram rituals

The Serbian great will face Britain's Dan Evans in second round on July 3

At least 16 people were injured in a blast on Nawagai Road in Khar Tehsil, targeting a government vehicle

Urges Hamas to accept deal, release of half of the hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners

Indian users can now view social media accounts of Ahad Raza Mir, Yumna Zaidi, among others

Quad unequivocally condemns all acts of terrorism and violent extremism in all its forms and manifestations: statement

Indian media reports suggest Asia Cup 2025 to begin September 4-5 and conclude on September 21

Inter Miami are in talks to extend Lionel Messi’s contract beyond 2025, with both sides optimistic about a deal

KSE-100 index gains 2,145 points on robust investor interest, driven by banking sector

Any future IAEA access to Iranian nuclear sites will need approval from National Security Council

Urges India to hold talks for lasting peace, stressing need to resolve the Kashmir as per people's aspirations

Trent Alexander-Arnold registers first assist for Real Madrid as Gonzalo Garcia seals 1–0 win over Juventus

Other Central Asian countries have introduced similar laws in recent years

The all-rounder bagged a five-wicket haul in SA’s 328-run victory

The visitors bid to level the series against England

The Brazilian side through to the Club World Cup quarter-finals

He was defeated by France’s Benjamin Bonzi 7-6 (7/2), 3-6, 7-6 (7/3), 6-2

The Serbian still dreams of ending his career as the most successful player in tennis history

Marcos Leonardo scored in an eventful extra-time for the Saudi club

National girls netball team registers narrow 49-39 win

The series will take place in Darwin from 14 to 24 August

These sessions will be led by PSL Chief Executive Officer Salman Naseer

Indian proxy attackers torch govt offices, two banks in city centre

The unilateral determination made without such consultation may lack legal validity, he pointed out

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PBS data puts average inflation at 3.3% in rural areas and 5.3% in urban centres

JCP approves Justice Rozi, Justice Attique and Justice Junaid as chief justices of BHC, PHC and SHC

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Moscow has expanded its economic and diplomatic ties with the Islamist group

Defence lawyer Amir Hossain said Hasina has denied all charges

US president escalates feud with Musk

Bush, Obama deplore cost in lives

Greece adopted the legislation last year in an effort to curb soaring tourist numbers

Tens of thousands of people have died in Europe during past heatwaves

Bench remarked that the tanker system should be shut down and water supplied through lines

Meeting focuses on security, tourism ahead of polls

Court-approved amalgamations to be exempt under new government notification

PTI leader appears before judge; proceedings as proclaimed offender dropped, hearing set for April 6

Mazari and Chattha have challenged the January 24 conviction verdict before the high court

Suspect 'Badshah', carrying Rs1 million bounty, held injured in operation

Justice Muneeb Akhtar issues three-page ruling overturing SHC order, says identity card is basic necessity

Justice SM Atiq Shah passed the orders on the written applications

Committee decides to streamline transfer procedures, establish district-level labs, enhance prison facilities

Second armed attack by bandits in less than two weeks after having confronted martyrdom of three officials on Feb 9

Sindhi nationalist leaders accused Tessori following recent event attended by MQM-P leadership

Project aims to utilise indigenous coal reserves to strengthen country's fertiliser security, add value to resources

Conflict claimed 17 lives, injured 20 people; settled for Rs76.4 million with penalties imposed on both sides by jirga

CCTV footage shows 3.47am blast during sehri in Soldier Bazaar's Gul Rahna Colony

SHC grants bail to four political activists in case relating to alleged rioting, possession of illegal weapons

International gold gains $71 per ounce, boosting local prices

Court-approved amalgamations to be exempt under new government notification

Commerce minister, secretary removed as new EDF law curbs bureaucracy's role

Nearly half of industrial consumers availed surplus electricity package in Dec-Jan

South Asia needs to act strategically as global race for critical minerals intensifies

Baragzai X-01 well produces 225 bpd of oil, 1.01 mmscfd of gas

JEC meeting backs reactivation of Joint Business Council, wider sectoral cooperation

Executive stresses regulation, planning and lower interest rates to stabilise real estate

Index jumps as tomato prices surge 85%, energy tariffs bite

Gold hits Rs526,462/tola tracking a global rally on US data, Iran tension

Regulatory hurdles limiting rural broadband potential, industrial IoT expansion

Fund cites strong fiscal performance and first current account surplus in 14 years ahead of review talks on Feb 25

Benchmark index closes at 173,170 after hitting intraday high of 174,148

New development well successfully tested in the C-Sands of the Lower Goru Formation

KCCI says over 2,000 claims assessed; payments likely before 20th Ramazan

Trump on Thursday gave Tehran a deadline of 10 to 15 days to make a deal

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Ruling setback for US president's economic agenda; Trump imposes 10% extra global tariff on partners

Rubio thanks Pakistan's support for Gaza peace

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Calls on Washington to press Modi for State Dept-monitored referendum in 'Indian-occupied Punjab'

Britain to work with US on trade deal impact; Canada says ruling confirms tariffs were 'unjustified'

Power was briefly cut in parts of the capital

Trump also told stories in which he portrayed himself as having coerced leaders into doing what he wanted

'I am considering it,' Trump says; Iranian FM says 'a fast deal is something that both sides are interested in'

He has not been charged with any offence

Acwa will build two solar power plants in the provinces of Sivas and Karaman with combined capacity of 2,000 megawatts

Trump says FIFA will raise $75 million for soccer projects in Gaza, including 50 mini-pitches and 20,000-seat stadium

Pledges were announced during the first meeting of the Board of Peace in Washington

'The most inclusive sport in the country is not one that allows this to happen,' says former England captain

Trump says FIFA will raise $75 million for soccer projects in Gaza, including 50 mini-pitches and 20,000-seat stadium

Alysa Liu claims Olympic gold in Milan despite saying she was not focused on medals

A franchise is considering ₨4.5 billion annually for PSL broadcast rights

He will be in action against Los Angeles FC in the season opener

They have bounced back in style and after a remarkable winning run

Jannik Sinner stunned by Jakub Mensik

She booked a place in the semi-finals of a WTA 1000 event

The Gunners are set to face Spurs to extend Premier League

Robert Kovac’s side is facing an injury crisis in defence

The board also rejected claims that it was responsible for handling operational arrangements for international events

He has accumulated 10,986 runs and claimed 196 wickets in the format

A formal investigation has been initiated at the federal level to determine accountability

They finished their group campaign with a stunning six-wicket win

UEFA is currently probing racism allegations leveled by forward Vinicius

The British record signing has been sidelined since mid-December