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Pakistan’s former spy chief sentenced to 14 years by military court

Pakistan’s former spy chief sentenced to 14 years by military court

ISPR says court found Faiz Hameed guilty of political involvement, secrecy law violations, misuse of authority and causing wrongful loss

Pakistan car sales dip 11% in Nov after four months of growth

Pakistan car sales dip 11% in Nov after four months of growth

Bangladesh to hold national election on February 12

Bangladesh to hold national election on February 12

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Corporate earnings of OGDC, LUCK, and ILPplay icon

Corporate earnings of OGDC, LUCK, and ILP

Watch the full analysis in this video

Pakistan’s cybercrime scandal: Ducky Bhai, NCCIA & the deep systemplay icon

Pakistan’s cybercrime scandal: Ducky Bhai, NCCIA & the deep system

What began as a gambling probe has widened into claims of bribery, torture, and influence within cybercrime agencies

From brinkmanship to partnership: Pakistan-Iran ties deepen after 2024 crisisplay icon

From brinkmanship to partnership: Pakistan-Iran ties deepen after 2024 crisis

Trade targets, border security and regional politics now define Pakistan-Iran ties, according to Kamran Khan

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UAE
UAE-EU free trade talks advancing rapidly, UAE state minister says

UAE-EU free trade talks advancing rapidly, UAE state minister says

EU is the UAE's second-largest trading partner, accounting for 8.3% of UAE's total non-oil trade

UAE, Russia launch inaugural business forum in Dubai

UAE, Russia launch inaugural business forum in Dubai

Forum gathers top executives, investors, officials and tech firms from both countries

UAE aims to boost LNG exports as global demand outpaces supply, minister says

UAE aims to boost LNG exports as global demand outpaces supply, minister says

UAE sees strong rise in skilled women and leaders in private sector

UAE sees strong rise in skilled women and leaders in private sector

Dubai SME partners with Google to boost digital capabilities of Emirati businesses

Dubai SME partners with Google to boost digital capabilities of Emirati businesses

Pakistan
Aligning Pakistan’s energy policy with economic and climate realities

Aligning Pakistan’s energy policy with economic and climate realities

Pakistan’s energy landscape is undergoing a significant transition, and policy decisions must keep pace with economic pressures and climate considerations

Pakistan adds facial recognition to currency-exchange checks

Pakistan adds facial recognition to currency-exchange checks

New dual-biometric requirement begins Jan. 1, 2026 amid efforts to curb illicit flows and protect the rupee

Pakistan warns UN Security Council of rising cross-border terror threats from Afghanistan

Pakistan warns UN Security Council of rising cross-border terror threats from Afghanistan

Pakistan’s UN envoy says four years after the Taliban takeover, regional security has sharply deteriorated

Business
Pak-Qatar Family Takaful launches IPO book building to raise PKR 1.1 billion

Pak-Qatar Family Takaful launches IPO book building to raise PKR 1.1 billion

Country’s first IPO by a dedicated family takaful firm opens Dec. 11 as institutional demand builds

Lifestyle
Pakistani dramas are speaking Arabic, and the Middle East is obsessed

Pakistani dramas are speaking Arabic, and the Middle East is obsessed

How Urdu storytelling, short formats, and emotional depth are unlocking a brand-new global audience

  • Pakistani dramas are blowing up in the Middle East through Arabic dubbing.
  • The short, fast-paced format makes them super bingeable.
  • Universal themes help them connect instantly with Arab audiences.
Meesha Shafi makes powerful return to Lahore stage

Meesha Shafi makes powerful return to Lahore stage

Meesha Shafi’s first full solo show at Lahore’s Alhamra marked a powerful homecoming and a milestone for live music

Aik Aur Pakeezah: A drama that mirrors the silent struggles of Pakistani womenplay icon

Aik Aur Pakeezah: A drama that mirrors the silent struggles of Pakistani women

From cyber harassment to legal failure, the drama tells a survivor’s harrowing journey for justice

Sports
Hay fifty on debut helps put New Zealand on top in West Indies Test

Hay fifty on debut helps put New Zealand on top in West Indies Test

At stumps, the Windies are 32-2 in their second innings, still trailing by 41 runs

'Grateful' Alonso feels Real Madrid stars' support amid slump

'Grateful' Alonso feels Real Madrid stars' support amid slump

Real Madrid faced a disappointing 2-1 UEFA Champions League defeat at home against Manchester City on Wednesday

Sabalenka says women facing transgender athletes not fair

Sabalenka says women facing transgender athletes not fair

Transgender advocacy groups say excluding trans athletes amounts to discrimination

World
At least 30 killed in Myanmar after junta airstrike hits hospital, witnesses report

At least 30 killed in Myanmar after junta airstrike hits hospital, witnesses report

The hospital in Rakhine's Mrauk U township was struck late on Wednesday by bombs dropped by a military aircraft

UK court orders retired major Adil Raja to pay £50,000 in libel damages to Rashid Naseer

UK court orders retired major Adil Raja to pay £50,000 in libel damages to Rashid Naseer

Raja made a series of defamatory June 2022 claims against Naseer that the Court found had no lawful defense

US seized 'very large' tanker near Venezuela, Trump says

US seized 'very large' tanker near Venezuela, Trump says

Venezuela’s foreign ministry condemned the seizure

Sci-Tech
Oil-rich UAE turns to AI to grease economy

Oil-rich UAE turns to AI to grease economy

Abu Dhabi is building a vast AI hub in the desert, aiming to cement its role as a major global tech player

Microsoft announces $17.5B investment in India, its 'largest ever' in Asia

Microsoft announces $17.5B investment in India, its 'largest ever' in Asia

Australia social media ban set to take effect, sparking a global crackdown

Australia social media ban set to take effect, sparking a global crackdown

After fine against X, Musk says EU 'should be abolished'

After fine against X, Musk says EU 'should be abolished'

X hit with $140 million EU fine for breaching content rules

X hit with $140 million EU fine for breaching content rules

Videos
Videos

From too little to too much: Pakistan's gas oversupply explained

This explainer breaks down how the country went from LNG shortages and desperate negotiations to a rare gas oversupply crisis

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Pakistan’s economy shows stability in data but stagnation on ground

Despite better inflation and reserves, Kamran Khan says country's economy remains stuck in low growth amid rising taxes and debt

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Pakistan eyes economic lift with Reko Diq mining project

Kamran Khan highlights unprecedented progress, with US EXIM approving $1.25B in funding for the project

PSX registers modest 408-point rise

PSX registers modest 408-point rise

It was a mixed week at the Pakistan Stock Exchange

Is Punjab really protecting women? Hina Butt on reforms, challenges and reality

Is Punjab really protecting women? Hina Butt on reforms, challenges and reality

Hina Pervaiz Butt answers tough questions on Punjab’s women protection system and survivor privacy concerns

From roadside dhaba to fine dining: The inspiring story of Café Imran

From roadside dhaba to fine dining: The inspiring story of Café Imran

About 70 km from Karachi, Café Imran is now one of the region’s most popular dining destinations

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