TODAY’S PAPER | April 18, 2026 | EPAPER

Trump says more direct talks likely this weekend, but diplomats doubt Islamabad logistics will allow it

Iran reimposes control over Strait of Hormuz as ships report gunfire
Sikh pilgrims head home after Vaisakhi festival praising Pakistani hospitality
Sindh to expand pink scooter scheme for women to Hyderabad
BISE Rawalpindi issues revised schedule for postponed matric exams

CDF Munir concludes Iran visit, urges de-escalation and dialogue for peace in Mideast

ISPR says discussions with Iranian leadership focus on fostering sustainable peace, long-term stability in region

Sikh pilgrims head home after Vaisakhi festival praising Pakistani hospitality

2,238 pilgrims joined rites at key gurdwaras, praying for peace, harmony and Pakistan-India ties

Barrister Aqeel Malik says US-Iran deal near, calls coming week ‘significant’ for Pakistan

Says progress has been significant, and both sides have developed an understanding

Pakistan kicks off pre-Hajj operation as flights depart from Karachi, Lahore

PIA to formally launch its Pre-Hajj Operation 2026 on Sunday (tomorrow)

Pakistan escorted Iranian negotiators home

AWACS, fighter jets deployed in high-stakes mission

Pakistan's peace efforts and regional situation focus of attention in PM Shehbaz's tri-nation visit

PM Shehbaz says he departs the city of Antalya with 'cherished memories'

Backchannels bring Iran-US talks back on track

Delegations expected in Islamabad for 'crucial' round

Govt mops up Rs180b via petroleum levy in 6 weeks

Imported fuel drives bulk of levy revenue

Power tariff may rise by 26 paisa per unit

Generation mix shows that 23.55% of electricity was produced from hydel sources, while 16.76% came from local coal

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