Trump sending VP Vance to Pakistan for Iran talks as ceasefire diplomacy intensifies
White House says U.S. delegation to begin Islamabad talks Saturday amid regional tensions
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Spotlight
Global focus shifts to Islamabad as US, Iran pause hostilities
Kamran Khan notes Iran celebrates as Trump halts military action, credits Pakistani leaders
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Pakistan’s diplomacy pulls world back from brink as Trump halts Iran strike
Islamabad brokers two-week truce after threats of devastating attacks shake markets and raise fears of wider war
Pakistan brokers two-week ceasefire between US and Iran
Trump halts strike hours after warning of civilization’s destruction
Strait of Hormuz reopening eases global energy crisis fears
Oil prices post biggest drop since 1991 Gulf War on truce news
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Pakistan’s 2026 energy crisis: Smart lockdowns or economic strain?
In this episode of The Blue Newsroom, Amber Shamsi explores Pakistan’s energy crisis, inflation, smart lockdowns, digital subsidies and their impact on citizens
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Shorts
Abu Dhabi police arrest more than 350 over footage, disinformation
This was the latest batch of arrests announced by the emirate as Gulf countries crack down on footage and posts related to Iran's attacks
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Iran hits Gulf states after attacks on oil facilities
Strikes on Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates came as two ships passed through the Strait of Hormuz after Iran agreed to temporarily reopen the strategic waterway
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Pakistan worker remittances fall 5% to $3.8 billion in March
Cumulative nine-month inflows cross $30 billion in FY26; inflows from Saudi Arabia, UAE dip by up to 7%
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PSX up 9% after highest-ever rally following US-Iran ceasefire
Analysts say market reaction reflects a shift from fear to optimism as investors reassess the risk of a broader regional conflict
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Pakistan Idol Season 2 on hold amid tensions, dispute settled
Photographer Ahsan Qureshy retains official role as The Merchant Holdings (Private) Limited confirms amicable resolution amid ongoing uncertainty.
Dispute between Ahsan Qureshy and MHL resolved through mutual understanding
Qureshy continues as official photographer for Pakistan Idol
Season 2 finale still delayed due to prevailing national and regional tensions
Apr 04, 2026
Apr 04, 2026
All-round Iftikhar leaves Hyderabad scratching for first HBL PSL win
Peshawar Zalmi sit fourth on the PSL 2026 points table with two wins and a no-result from three matches, while Hyderabad Kingsmen have lost all four games
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Interim chief Tamim vows to repair Bangladesh cricket's reputation
An interim board was appointed, led by the 37-year-old former captain Tamim, who retired from international cricket in 2023
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Decisive Sultans thrash stumbling Rawalpindiz in one-sided showdown
The Rawalpindiz are in second-last position on the HBL PSL 2026 points table with four straight losses, while the Sultans top the table with eight points from five matches
Apr 06, 2026
Apr 06, 2026
Bangladesh FM in India, most senior visit since 2024 uprising
Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman is taking part in a 'goodwill visit', Bangladesh's state news agency BSS says
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