Pakistan increases fuel prices by PKR 19 for next week
The new prices will take effect from May 1
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Spotlight
Oil surge threatens Pakistan economy amid Iran talks deadlock
Kamran Khan warns oil surge may trigger inflation spike, higher import bill and pressure on Pakistan’s currency
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What's next for OPEC after the UAE's withdrawal?
While the United Arab Emirates is not the first country to leave OPEC, it is by far the biggest oil producer to do so
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Somali pirates hijack cargo vessel carrying Pakistani sailors, families fear for lives
Families say they are receiving distressing messages, including one from crew member Amin Bin Shams, raising fears over the hostages’ safety
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Shorts
UAE visitors can open digital bank accounts in minutes with new ‘Tourist Identity’ initiative
UAE's new Tourist Identity lets visitors open digital bank accounts instantly on arrival using biometrics, access debit cards and make cashless payments.
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UAE worker housing rules: MOHRE mandates free internet, 24-hour clinics and safer living conditions
New standards for worker housing to be effective April, 2026; employers to ensure accommodation meets minimum welfare standards across country
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PTCL denies reports of Etisalat exit as majority shareholder
Company calls reports of a potential change in shareholder’s investment ‘baseless’
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Pakistan sends first EPZA export consignment to Kyrgyzstan via land route
Pakistan has opened a new Central Asia trade corridor for Pakistani herbal and consumer goods
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The Melody Falls Silent: Legendary Singer Asha Bhosle Passes Away at 92
India loses its most versatile voice as the iconic playback singer succumbs to multi-organ failure in Mumbai, leaving behind an unmatched legacy of over 12,000 songs.
Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle passed away at age 92 in Mumbai due to multi-organ failure.
She leaves behind an unmatched eight-decade career, having recorded over 12,000 songs across more than 20 languages.
Her last rites will be performed with full state honors at Shivaji Park in Mumbai.
Apr 12, 2026
Apr 12, 2026
Pakistan U16 end UEFA campaign with 1–0 loss to Azerbaijan
Pakistan U16 lost 1–0 to Azerbaijan in their final UEFA Under-16 Development Tournament match in Kazakhstan, finishing bottom but earning valuable experience
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Clinical Hyderabad ends Multan’s HBL PSL 11 campaign
Hyderabad Kingsmen secure an 8-wicket victory on the back of 64 each from Usman Khan and Maaz Sadaqat
Apr 29, 2026
Apr 29, 2026
Omar Khalid makes NCAA history as first Pakistani golfer named to All-Conference Team
Pakistani golfer Omar Khalid earned NCAA All-Conference honors after a podium finish in Illinois, marking a historic milestone for Pakistan’s golf legacy
Apr 29, 2026
Apr 29, 2026
Press freedom hits 25-year low as RSF Index 2026 warns of global decline
RSF Press Freedom Index 2026 finds press freedom at its lowest level in 25 years, with the US dropping to 64th and over half the world rated 'difficult' or worse
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