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UN partially resumes work on Afghan border with Iran

UN partially resumes work on Afghan border with Iran

Bangladesh signs letter of intent to buy Eurofighter Typhoon jets

Bangladesh signs letter of intent to buy Eurofighter Typhoon jets

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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

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.
From too little to too much: Pakistan's gas oversupply explainedplay icon

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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UAE
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

Energy Minister Suhail al-Mazrouei says he agrees with Qatar's energy minister that global demand for natural gas is outstripping investment in production projects

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 leaders felicitate UAE on National Day

Pakistan leaders felicitate UAE on National Day

Pakistan
Pakistan central bank raises PKR 982B through T-bills auction

Pakistan central bank raises PKR 982B through T-bills auction

Yields for short-term one-month and three-month bills fall by upto 0.04 basis points

PSX announces list for top companies award for 2024

PSX announces list for top companies award for 2024

The list features 25 companies across several sectors

SNGPL to double RLNG rollout after strong demand in Pakistan

SNGPL to double RLNG rollout after strong demand in Pakistan

Utility plans 300,000 hookups in FY26 as costs run 30% below LPG

Business
US commits $1.25B for economic development in Balochistan

US commits $1.25B for economic development in Balochistan

US envoy calls financing package a “game-changer” for U.S. businesses and local communities

Lifestyle
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

Netflix to buy Warner Bros Discovery in $72 billion takeover

Netflix to buy Warner Bros Discovery in $72 billion takeover

Sports
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

Cambodia pulls team out of SEA Games in Thailand over border conflict

Cambodia pulls team out of SEA Games in Thailand over border conflict

Cambodia was ranked fourth in the medals table when it hosted the last Games in 2023

Liverpool edge Inter in Champions League as Chelsea lose in Italy

Liverpool edge Inter in Champions League as Chelsea lose in Italy

Chelsea fall 2-1 at Atalanta despite taking a first-half lead when Joao Pedro poked in a cross from Reece James

World
Trump calls media reports on his health 'seditious'

Trump calls media reports on his health 'seditious'

Trump claimed no president has worked harder and accused The New York Times of “seditious” and “treasonous” reporting

Lebanese foreign minister turns down invite to Tehran

Lebanese foreign minister turns down invite to Tehran

Youssef Raggi said he declined the Tehran visit due to current conditions but stressed it was not a rejection of dialogue

Thailand-Cambodia fighting rages on as Trump signals intent to intervene

Thailand-Cambodia fighting rages on as Trump signals intent to intervene

Clashes rage at more than a dozen locations along their 817-km (508-mile) border in some of the most intense fighting since a five-day battle in July

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

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

Markets

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

Pakistan Army raises concerns over Imran Khan’s statements

Pakistan Army raises concerns over Imran Khan’s statements

Kamran Khan says the army has twice in two months flagged PTI’s rhetoric as a national security threat

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