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Pakistan proposes new rules to define active taxpayer status for AJK, Gilgit-Baltistan residents

Pakistan proposes new rules to define active taxpayer status for AJK, Gilgit-Baltistan residents

Draft amendments aim to tighten verification, prevent misuse and improve coordination between federal and regional tax authorities

Countdown to disclosure: Epstein deadline tests US transparency

Countdown to disclosure: Epstein deadline tests US transparency

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Chaudhary Aslam’s Widow Responds to Dhurandhar Portrayal

Chaudhary Aslam’s Widow Responds to Dhurandhar Portrayal

Noreen Aslam expresses satisfaction with Sanjay Dutt’s depiction, raises concerns over broader narrative and other characters

Noreen Aslam is satisfied with Sanjay Dutt’s portrayal of Chaudhary Aslam.

She objects to exaggerated and inaccurate storytelling around real events and criminals.

Certain dialogues and framing were hurtful and unnecessary.

Low-risk investing in Pakistan: How to grow your money safelyplay icon

Low-risk investing in Pakistan: How to grow your money safely

Imtiaz Gadar, CEO of Al Meezan Investment, breaks down how to understand your risk tolerance and whether you should manage your money yourself or outsource it to professionals.

PSX closes at record high of 169,865 pointsplay icon

PSX closes at record high of 169,865 points

A wave of positive developments kept the Pakistan Stock Exchange buoyant this week

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UAE
Pakistan’s deputy PM to attend UAE summit on regional peace, economic cooperation

Pakistan’s deputy PM to attend UAE summit on regional peace, economic cooperation

Dar will meet global leaders to discuss regional stability, sustainable development, and economic partnerships

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

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

Pakistan
Pakistan consumer confidence slips in FY26's first quarter amid inflation, job concerns

Pakistan consumer confidence slips in FY26's first quarter amid inflation, job concerns

Dun & Bradstreet-Gallup index falls 10.2% quarter-on-quarter but remains higher than a year earlier

Pakistan may reduce diesel price by up to PKR 13 per liter for next fortnight

Pakistan may reduce diesel price by up to PKR 13 per liter for next fortnight

Petrol seen falling marginally as government weighs higher petroleum levy to curb circular debt

Pakistani forces kill 13 militants in northwest border operations

Pakistani forces kill 13 militants in northwest border operations

Raids targeted hideouts in Mohmand and Bannu districts

Business
PIBT wins approval to handle copper-gold exports, signs Reko Diq logistics deal

PIBT wins approval to handle copper-gold exports, signs Reko Diq logistics deal

Port Qasim agreement expands terminal’s rights to manage minerals

Lifestyle
Pakistani filmmaker files police case after armed men storm set, actress held hostage

Pakistani filmmaker files police case after armed men storm set, actress held hostage

Sangeeta urges Punjab authorities for urgent action, asking, 'If this can happen to senior artists, who is safe?'

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

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

Sports
India fans throw objects onto field after Messi makes brief visit

India fans throw objects onto field after Messi makes brief visit

Fans at Kolkata’s Salt Lake stadium hurled seats and objects onto the field after a 20-minute appearance

Messi to unveil 21-metre statue of himself on India 'GOAT' tour

Messi to unveil 21-metre statue of himself on India 'GOAT' tour

The 38-year-old Argentina and Inter Miami superstar will unveil the monument virtually rather than in person for security reasons

Duffy takes 5-38 as NZ thrash West Indies for 1-0 Test series lead

Duffy takes 5-38 as NZ thrash West Indies for 1-0 Test series lead

After winning the second Test in Wellington, New Zealand lead the three-match series 1-0, with the last game to be played from December 18

World
Person held over US university shooting to be released

Person held over US university shooting to be released

Officials said they'd continue to pursue a suspect but provided few details on how the investigation has progressed

Bystander who tackled armed man at Bondi Beach shooting hailed as hero

Bystander who tackled armed man at Bondi Beach shooting hailed as hero

Twelve people were killed at a Jewish holiday event at Bondi Beach before an unnamed man wrestled a rifle from one of the shooters

Hamas says Israel's killing of senior commander threatens ceasefire

Hamas says Israel's killing of senior commander threatens ceasefire

Thousands of Hamas supporters held funeral procession in Gaza City carrying coffins draped in green flags

Sci-Tech
Why X is back in Pakistan’s crosshairs

Why X is back in Pakistan’s crosshairs

Authorities may block X amid probing Imran Khan posts, warning of Brazil-style curbs

US launches pact for AI supply chains to face China

US launches pact for AI supply chains to face China

Washington signs a new supply-chain pact with allies to counter China’s control of critical AI minerals

Oil-rich UAE turns to AI to grease economy

Oil-rich UAE turns to AI to grease economy

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

Videos
Videos

From power to mystery: The rise and disappearance of MQM’s Hammad Siddiqui

From Baldia Town Factory Fire, where 259 innocent lives were lost, to the Imran Farooq murder case, Hammad Siddiqui’s name has repeatedly appeared in some of Pakistan’s most high-profile investigations

Videos

What really happened in Karachi’s Qasba Colony massacre of 1986

Amid ethnic tensions, armed attack in Qasba Colony and Aligarh left dozens dead and scarred Karachi.

Videos

Inside Pakistan’s power s​truggles and governance challenges

MNA Qasim Gillani offers a candid take on Pakistan’s politics, governance and leadership.

Trump adviser predicts more Muslim states will join Abraham Accords

Trump adviser predicts more Muslim states will join Abraham Accords

Kamran Khan says momentum behind the Abraham Accords grows as more Muslim states weigh formal ties with Israel

Pakistan’s energy sector burdened by soaring circular debt

Pakistan’s energy sector burdened by soaring circular debt

Kamran Khan says Pakistan faces an LNG oversupply crisis as circular debt pressures continue mounting

Corporate earnings of OGDC, LUCK, and ILP

Corporate earnings of OGDC, LUCK, and ILP

Watch the full analysis in this video

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