Pakistan keeps fuel prices unchanged, increases subsidy to PKR 125 billion
The prime minister ‘rejected’ a proposal to raise the petrol price by PKR 93 per liter and diesel by PKR 203.
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Spotlight
Karachi’s BRT Red Line project plagued by delays, rising costs
Karachi’s 23-km BRT Red Line is just 37% complete, costs $600M, and faces delays to December 2027 amid disputes and mismanagement
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Pakistan pushes for talks as US, Iran, Israel tensions rise
Kamran Khan says Pakistan plays a key role in back-channel talks on Middle East conflict
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Is Modi’s ‘hugging diplomacy’ failing against Pakistan’s influence?
In this episode, The Blue Newsroom with Amber Shamsi examines criticism of India’s diplomacy, Pakistan’s rising role as a US–Iran interlocutor, and the broader regional implications
Mar 26, 2026
Mar 26, 2026
Shorts
UAE intercepts missiles, UAVs in latest Iranian attack
Since the start of the recent Iranian attacks, UAE defenses have engaged a total of 378 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,835 UAVs
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UAE willing to join international force to reopen Strait of Hormuz, FT reports
Report says UAE and Bahrain are working on a UNSC resolution to authorize a future task force, though Russia and China may oppose
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Pakistan expands Roshan Digital Account to foreign investors
Foreign nationals and firms can now invest through Pakistan’s RDA platform
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Pakistan's weekly inflation up 8.2%, highest since Nov 2024
The year-on-year increase comes on the back of higher fuel, gas prices
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Acting vs tailoring: Khush Naseebi stars test their skills in a Darzi Speed Challenge
From quick stitching tasks to rapid fashion questions, cast has to prove if they can actually survive in a tailor’s shop before Eid
Mar 21, 2026
Mar 21, 2026
Lahore to host National Women's T20 Tournament
Five teams will compete in the 17-day tournament, with Stars, Challengers, Conquerors, Invincibles and Strikers all in contention
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Fakhar, Raza star as Qalandars fly-high in HBL PSL 2026 opener
Chasing 200, Hyderabad Kingsmen were bundled out for 130, with all Qalandars’ bowlers contributing after a brilliant batting performance
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Asian Cup 2027 draw postponed amid Middle East war
No new date was immediately set by the Asian Football Confederation, which has also seen regional club competitions disrupted following the US and Israeli war on Iran.
Mar 26, 2026
Mar 26, 2026
Iran's Gulf islands: are they in Trump's crosshairs?
Iran warns the United States about attempting to seize any of its strategic islands in the Gulf -- a move that President Donald Trump is reported to be mulling
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