Iran FM Araghchi likely to visit Islamabad tonight amid push for US-Iran talks
US technical teams already in capital as Islamabad ramps up mediation efforts amid fragile regional ceasefire
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Will gold hit $6,000 by end of 2026?
Central banks hold about $5 trillion in gold, highlighting rising demand for the metal as a safe-haven amid global uncertainty
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Trump shifts Iran conflict to economic blockade
Kamran Khan says Trump ended open war but is using a naval blockade to force Iran into a deal
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Are Iranian memes actually funnier than Pakistani memes?
Digital propaganda evolves from film reels to AI memes, reshaping how nations compete for influence globally
Apr 23, 2026
Apr 23, 2026
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Pakistan repays $3.45B UAE deposits as reserves hold steady
SBP completes ADFD settlement while Saudi, IMF inflows support outlook
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US-Iran war raises credit risks for emerging markets, Fitch says
Energy prices, funding conditions and supply chains seen as key transmission channels
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Pakistan forces kill 22 militants in northwest operation, child killed in crossfire
Security officials say weapons and ammunition are recovered from militants killed in the operation, who are accused of multiple attacks in the region
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NBP profit soars as bank dismisses pension risk concerns
Earnings surge 220% while dividend awaits cabinet approval
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The Melody Falls Silent: Legendary Singer Asha Bhosle Passes Away at 92
India loses its most versatile voice as the iconic playback singer succumbs to multi-organ failure in Mumbai, leaving behind an unmatched legacy of over 12,000 songs.
Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle passed away at age 92 in Mumbai due to multi-organ failure.
She leaves behind an unmatched eight-decade career, having recorded over 12,000 songs across more than 20 languages.
Her last rites will be performed with full state honors at Shivaji Park in Mumbai.
Apr 12, 2026
Apr 12, 2026
Warner, Khushdil’s late blitz steers Karachi past Lahore in HBL PSL El Clasico
Khushdil Shah was adjudged the player of the match for his 14-ball 44 that helped Karachi chase down 200 in 18.4 overs
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Rawalpindiz beat United to end eight-match losing streak
After outclassing Islamabad United by six wickets, the Rawalpindiz have finally registered their first-ever HBL PSL win
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Trump envoy wants Italy to replace Iran at World Cup: report
Italy missed out on the World Cup for the third successive time after losing a penalty shootout to Bosnia and Herzegovina in their qualifying playoff final
Apr 23, 2026
Apr 23, 2026
Trump rules out striking Iran with nuclear weapon
Trump questions the need for nuclear weapons, saying conventional force has already 'decimated the enemy'
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