The federal government has reduced the price of petrol by Rs2.71 per litre while increasing the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) by 31 paisa, according to an official notification issued on Wednesday. The revised fuel prices will take effect from Thursday, October 22, bringing a slight reduction in petrol costs while diesel becomes marginally more…
Pakistan has stepped up diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions between Iran and the United States, as Iranian leaders have stressed that Washington must take concrete steps to rebuild Tehran’s trust before negotiations can resume. Field Marshal Asim Munir’s visit to Tehran comes amid wider international efforts to prevent renewed hostilities and revive diplomatic engagement. During…
The conflict between Iran, Israel and the United States has continued to escalate, with renewed strikes, military exchanges and diplomatic efforts shaping the latest developments in the region. The current crisis began with joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28, followed by the announcement of what the US described as “major combat operations.” According…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is expected to use the upcoming United Nations General Assembly session in New York to highlight Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts to help end the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran. The prime minister is scheduled to address the 81st session of the UN General Assembly on September 25. The escalating…
Pakistan’s inflation rate surged to 11.7 percent in May 2026, reaching its highest level in 22 months and raising concerns about the country’s economic outlook. According to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation increased from 10.9 percent in April to 11.7 percent in May on a…
Pakistan-mediated negotiations between Iran and the United States have reportedly shown major breakthrough signs as diplomatic efforts continue to de-escalate tensions and move toward a possible agreement after months of conflict. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the latest round of negotiations has resulted in “encouraging progress” toward a framework understanding between Iran and…
Ishaq Dar has announced that Pakistan is actively seeking assistance from Singapore to facilitate the repatriation of stranded seafarers amid escalating tensions in the Gulf region. According to the foreign minister, 11 Pakistani and 20 Iranian nationals were aboard vessels seized by United States authorities and are currently located near Singaporean waters. Pakistan has formally…
The United States has transferred the seized Iranian vessel M/V Touska along with 22 crew members to Pakistan for repatriation to Iran, marking a significant development amid ongoing maritime tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. According to US Central Command, the ship was intercepted near Iran’s Chabahar port after allegedly failing to comply with repeated…
Global oil prices surged sharply as Brent Crude climbed above $107 per barrel following a fresh setback in peace talks between the United States and Iran. The rise reflects growing uncertainty in global energy markets driven by escalating geopolitical tensions. WTI Crude also recorded a significant increase, highlighting the broader impact on international oil benchmarks….
United States President Donald Trump has once again praised Pakistan for its active role in supporting peace efforts between the United States and Iran. Speaking in an interview, Trump expressed “great respect for Pakistan,” calling its efforts “terrific” in facilitating dialogue and attempting to ease tensions. Trump emphasized that Iran could directly reach out to…
