Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has described the upcoming US–Iran negotiations in Islamabad as a “make-or-break” moment, highlighting Pakistan’s growing role in global diplomacy and peacebuilding. In a televised address, the prime minister urged the nation to pray for the success of these high-stakes talks, which aim to transform a fragile ceasefire into a lasting peace…
The Faisalabad Development Authority (FDA) has intensified its crackdown on illegal housing schemes by demolishing an unauthorized project known as “Grand City” located on Narwala Road. The action was taken after authorities discovered that the scheme was being developed without fulfilling the required legal formalities. According to an FDA spokesperson, the enforcement operation was conducted…
Pakistan women’s football team made history with a stunning 8-0 victory over the Turks and Caicos Islands Women’s Football Team in their opening match of the FIFA Series in Abidjan. This remarkable result marks the biggest win in Pakistan women’s football history, surpassing their previous 7-0 victory against Maldives in 2022. The team delivered a…
Veteran politician Sardar Zulfiqar Ali Khosa has passed away in Lahore at the age of 90, his family confirmed. According to family sources, Khosa had been undergoing medical treatment at a hospital in Lahore for some time before his death. His passing marks the end of a long and influential political career spanning several decades….
More than 10,600 Pakistanis have returned to the country from Iran amid rising regional tensions and growing security concerns. According to official data, all arrivals were recorded at the Taftan Border Crossing, the primary land route connecting Pakistan with Iran. The movement took place between February 28 and April 8, 2026, reflecting a significant increase…
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have emphasized the need for full enforcement of the Constitution of Pakistan 1973 to ensure a strong democratic system and national unity. In their messages on Constitution Day, both leaders described the Constitution as the foundation of Pakistan’s political and legal framework. President Zardari stated that…
A resolution has been submitted in the Punjab Assembly calling for Pakistan’s top civil and military leadership to be nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. The resolution was presented by PML-N lawmaker Rana Muhammad Arshad, who praised the leadership for their diplomatic efforts during the recent Middle East tensions involving Iran, Israel, and the United…
Islamabad has taken centre stage in global diplomacy as it hosts high-stakes talks between the United States and Iran, following a fragile ceasefire that ended weeks of intense conflict. Senior delegations from both sides have arrived, highlighting the significance of the dialogue. The US delegation is led by Vice President JD Vance, while Iran’s team…
Pakistan’s workers’ remittances recorded a 5% year-on-year decline in March 2026, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan, highlighting emerging external risks despite overall resilience. Remittances stood at $3.83 billion in March, compared to $4.05 billion in the same month last year. However, inflows increased by 17% on a month-on-month basis, largely…
The government has decided to secure a $1 billion budget support loan from the Asian Development Bank to strengthen policies aimed at tackling climate-related disasters, while deferring a separate $40 million project backed by the World Bank due to concerns over high costs. The decision was taken during a meeting of the Central Development Working…
