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Pakistan's interior minister arrives in Tehran amid ongoing Hormuz talks

Pakistan's interior minister arrives in Tehran amid ongoing Hormuz talks

Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi arrived in Tehran on Tuesday as diplomatic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz gain momentum

Lebanon formally abolishes death penalty in Mideast first

Lebanon formally abolishes death penalty in Mideast first

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Makkah pact sparks debate in India over Pakistan’s growing regional roleplay icon

Makkah pact sparks debate in India over Pakistan’s growing regional role

Kamran Khan says the pact prompts India to reassess its regional strategy as Pakistan deepens ties with key Middle Eastern powers

Pakistan celebrates freedom as 10 families await return of loved onesplay icon

Pakistan celebrates freedom as 10 families await return of loved ones

As Independence Day approaches, 10 Pakistani families still await the safe return of loved ones held by Somali pirates

Pakistan-Saudi-Turkey defense pact could reshape Muslim world's security orderplay icon

Pakistan-Saudi-Turkey defense pact could reshape Muslim world's security order

Kamran Khan says the agreement brings together three major military, economic and geopolitical powers amid growing regional uncertainty

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UAE
UAE extradites suspected cartel boss Kinahan to Ireland

UAE extradites suspected cartel boss Kinahan to Ireland

The UAE extradited alleged cartel boss Daniel Kinahan to Ireland to face trial, ending years of legal battles over his extradition.

UAE urges residents to verify messages before sharing

UAE urges residents to verify messages before sharing

UAE's TDRA urges residents to verify messages before sharing, warning that forwarding fake content can carry legal liability

ADNOC Distribution posts record first-half profit as fuel volumes hit new high

ADNOC Distribution posts record first-half profit as fuel volumes hit new high

Dubai holiday rental revenue falls 46.5%, but returns beat long-term rentals

Dubai holiday rental revenue falls 46.5%, but returns beat long-term rentals

Dubai's Centre for Harboring supports nearly 11,700 residency violators in 2026

Dubai's Centre for Harboring supports nearly 11,700 residency violators in 2026

Pakistan
SBP sees gradual recovery for Pakistan as external pressures ease

SBP sees gradual recovery for Pakistan as external pressures ease

Lower inflation, gradual economic recovery and stronger reserves improve the outlook, but Middle East conflict, climate shocks, global tariffs and slow reforms remain key risks

Zardari approves additional judges appointments to high courts

Zardari approves additional judges appointments to high courts

President Zardari approved additional judges' appointments to five high courts, ending a days-long delay that had disrupted Pakistan's judiciary

Pakistan inflation to remain elevated before easing in second half of FY27

Pakistan inflation to remain elevated before easing in second half of FY27

State Bank of Pakistan sees growth at 3.5%-4.5% as higher energy costs and Middle East supply disruptions weigh on economic activity

Business
Oil prices rise further as hopes for Hormuz deal fade

Oil prices rise further as hopes for Hormuz deal fade

Crude climbs further as US-Iran talks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz stall, reviving inflation fears and bets on a Fed rate hike

Lifestyle
The Unstoppable Atif Aslam: A 20-Year Legacy and a Brand New Chapter

The Unstoppable Atif Aslam: A 20-Year Legacy and a Brand New Chapter

As Subah Aye Na drops on July 31, Spotify celebrates the artist’s staggering 8 billion streams and a trans-generational appeal that defies borders.

Atif Aslam has amassed nearly 8 billion Spotify streams with listeners across 184 countries.

96% of his Spotify streams over the past year came from outside Pakistan, highlighting his worldwide appeal.

His eight-track album Subah Aye Na arrives on July 31, marking the next chapter in his musical journey.

Trailer for ‘I Play Rocky’ offers look at Sylvester Stallone’s rise from hardship to Hollywood fame

Trailer for ‘I Play Rocky’ offers look at Sylvester Stallone’s rise from hardship to Hollywood fame

Anthony Ippolito stars as a young Stallone in a film focused on persistence before Hollywood fame

Log off and look up: How Hirani’s Pritam and Pedro hacks into modern parenting

Log off and look up: How Hirani’s Pritam and Pedro hacks into modern parenting

The legendary director’s streaming debut tackles the dark web of social media and dangerous online games, proving his heart is in the right place, even if the pacing belongs in a feature film.

Sports
Trump defends Infantino as FIFA president, warns against his removal

Trump defends Infantino as FIFA president, warns against his removal

Trump's support comes despite growing opposition to Infantino from several major football bodies.

Pakistan begin England Test preparations as hosts face injury concerns

Pakistan begin England Test preparations as hosts face injury concerns

Before the series begins, Pakistan will also play a four-day warm-up fixture against a Select XI from August 12 to 15.

West Indies face another World Cup qualifying hurdle after Afghanistan seal automatic spot

West Indies face another World Cup qualifying hurdle after Afghanistan seal automatic spot

The two-time ODI World Cup champions have failed to secure automatic qualification for the 2027 tournament.

World
UNESCO report says 2.4 million girls banned from Afghan schools since 2021

UNESCO report says 2.4 million girls banned from Afghan schools since 2021

UNESCO report states 2.4 million girls have been banned from Afghan schools since the Taliban's return, warning the exclusion harms the national economy

Typhoon Dolphin floods central China, puts Beijing on alert for heavy rain

Typhoon Dolphin floods central China, puts Beijing on alert for heavy rain

Typhoon Dolphin has flooded streets in central China's Hubei province as Beijing braces for over a third of its annual rainfall

3 crew members killed in attack on commercial ship near Red Sea gateway: report

3 crew members killed in attack on commercial ship near Red Sea gateway: report

Two Pakistanis are reported among 3 crew killed in an attack on a ship near Yemen's Bab al-Mandeb Strait