Pakistan's role in US-Iran diplomacy: Dar meets American envoy in Islamabad
Pakistan's FM Ishaq Dar tells US envoy Natalie Baker that Islamabad relayed Iran's counter-proposal to Washington, as Trump rejects the offer and oil prices surge.
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Global prices or tax: Who to blame for Pakistan's fuel hike?
Analysts say the ex-refinery price of diesel nearly doubled since March 1, but government could have cut the tax to ease the burden
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Inside the newsroom: Four generations of journalists reflect on Pakistan-India conflict coverage
From breaking news pressure to misinformation battles, journalists share how they experienced the 2025 Pakistan-India escalation across television and digital media generations.
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World Bank stops Karachi’s $256 million K-IV water project
World Bank inspectors ordered parts of Karachi’s K-IV pipeline removed over engineering concerns
May 10, 2026
May 10, 2026
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Dubai unveils AI-powered smart bus station with 24/7 digital services
Dubai's RTA has opened its first AI-powered smart bus station at Mall of the Emirates, offering 24/7 digital services, real-time updates, and solar energy systems
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Non-oil sector drives balanced growth in GCC economies: GCC-Stat
GCC economies grew 5.2% in real GDP in Q3 2025, with the non-oil sector accounting for 78% of nominal GDP, GCC-Stat data shows
May 10, 2026
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Gwadar Port Authority pushes transshipment hub plans amid Strait of Hormuz crisis
GPA chairman meets logistics, shipping companies in Karachi; discusses transshipment, feeder services
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SECP approves five securities brokers to open Islamic brokerage windows
Move expands access to Shariah-compliant stocks, sukuk and ETFs under dedicated trading systems
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Jaafar Jackson: The Hollywood star who found inspiration in Pakistan
Exploring the 2020 Cultural Visit of the Man Now Bringing Michael Jackson Back to Life
Invited by Zeeshaan Shah in 2020, Jaafar visited Pakistan to promote its heritage and positive global image.
Long before his film debut, Jaafar bonded with Karachi’s youth through an iconic dance performance at Lyari University.
Now leading the record-breaking Michael biopic, Jaafar’s journey from a guest in Pakistan to a Hollywood icon has come full circle.
May 04, 2026
May 04, 2026
Australia name limited-overs squads for Pakistan and Bangladesh series
Australia name squads for Pakistan and Bangladesh tours, with Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood all absent. Three uncapped players earn first call-ups
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Mehidy takes five wickets as Bangladesh lead Pakistan in rain-hit first Test
Mehidy Hasan Miraz claimed 5-102 as Bangladesh dismissed Pakistan for 386, taking a 27-run first-innings lead in the Dhaka Test
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Azan Awais and Mohammad Abbas put Pakistan in control on Day 2 against Bangladesh
Debutant Azan is unbeaten on 85 as Pakistan reached 179-1 on Day 2 of the first Test against Bangladesh in Dhaka
May 09, 2026
May 09, 2026
Trump rejects Iran peace terms as oil prices surge and Tehran warns of new attacks
Trump called Iran's peace counterproposal 'totally unacceptable', sending oil prices above $100
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