Maryam warns influential offenders will not escape the law in Punjab
Maryam Nawaz said she is ready to face lawsuits to protect the public and warned influential offenders in Punjab will not escape the law, regardless of status
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Spotlight
Prudence, not panic: Reading the SBP’s 50bps policy rate hike
With $21.5 billion in reserves and an IMF deal in place, Pakistan’s rate hike aims to contain inflation amid a global energy shock
The decision should be assessed against the information available at the time, not judged in hindsight.
Healthier reserves have given Pakistan more room to manage economic pressures.
Policymakers must avoid mistaking stability for stagnation and focus on the rupee’s economic value rather than symbolism.
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Pakistan faces $21.5 billion in external debt repayments in FY27
SBP governor says around USD 10 billion in obligations is expected to be managed through rollovers and refinancing, with USD 5.5 billion still to be repaid
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Iran Security Chief reports positive diplomatic talks with Mecca Pact countries in Tehran
Iran’s Mecca Defence Pact talks with Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey aim to ease regional tensions, strengthen security and advance cooperation.
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Sheikh Mohammed urges UAE to raise national flag on Flag Day, Nov. 3
UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai wants people across the seven emirates to share a moment of national pride
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Dubai World Trade Centre bridge opens Oct. 30, cutting commute from 6 minutes to 1
Dubai’s final World Trade Centre bridge opens Oct. 30, cutting travel time from six minutes to one between Al Majlis and 2nd December streets.
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FIA tells Lahore court missing TLP leaders Saad and Anas Rizvi not in its custody
Lahore High Court adjourned the case on missing TLP leaders Saad and Anas Rizvi until November 3 after the interior ministry failed to submit its report
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Global aid shortfall could reach $179 billion by 2028, SIPRI warns
The global aid shortfall could hit $179 billion by 2028, SIPRI warns, as record military spending of $2.9 trillion coincides with deep aid cuts.
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Tiger Shroff shooting: Three suspects held after Mumbai attack, police say
Three suspects detained in Rajasthan after gunmen opened fire as he left a Mumbai event. Police say the Bollywood actor is safe.
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Sri Lanka bowl out Pakistan for 110 in tri-series clash
Sri Lanka's left-arm pacer Dilshan Madushanka led the charge with a five-wicket haul
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Pakistan announce squad for U19 Asia Cup 2026 in Oman
Pakistan will enter the eight-team competition under captain Farhan Yousuf, with India, Nepal and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) joining them in Group A
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Harry Kane beats Mbappe and Yamal to win 2026 Ballon d’Or
Kane’s triumph makes him the first Englishman to receive football’s most prestigious individual award since Michael Owen won it in 2001
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India evacuates thousands as Cyclone Arnab approaches eastern coast
India has begun evacuating tens of thousands as very severe Cyclone Arnab nears Andhra Pradesh and Odisha, with landfall forecast by Wednesday morning
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