UAE leaves OPEC and OPEC+ in major blow to oil producers' group
The move will weaken the group amid the Iran war and US pressure on Gulf oil producers
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Spotlight
UAE’s exit from OPEC sparks global oil shock
Kamran Khan says UAE’s exit, amid Strait of Hormuz tensions disrupting Gulf oil exports, challenges the bloc’s cohesion and leadership
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Gulf conflict: How US and China gain while Pakistan bears the cost
Evolving US-Israel-Iran conflict is reshaping geopolitics while driving up energy prices and straining economies like Pakistan
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Pakistan mediation shows progress in Iran-US tensions
Kamran Khan highlights new diplomatic movement as Islamabad helps bridge Iran-US tensions
Apr 27, 2026
Apr 27, 2026
Shorts
Iran needs 'credible guarantees' against attacks before Gulf can be stable, envoy says
Iran's UN envoy complains that countries only criticized Iran and not a naval blockade declared by the United States
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UAE slams Gulf allies as ‘weakest historically’ in response to Iran attacks
Presidential advisor Anwar Gargash says GCC's response to Iranian missile and drone strikes was the weakest in the bloc's history, surprising even him
Apr 27, 2026
Apr 27, 2026
Arif Habib consortium moves to acquire 100% stake in PIA
The Arif Habib-led consortium is set to complete its PIA takeover by end of April, adding the remaining 25% stake for PKR 45 billion to its existing 75% holding
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FPCCI urges PM to suspend furnace oil levies as RLNG crisis drives electricity costs
FPCCI has written to PM Shehbaz urging emergency relief on furnace oil levies as Pakistan's electricity crisis deepens amid RLNG supply disruptions
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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
Babar Azam’s ton powers Peshawar Zalmi into HBL PSL 2026 final
Babar Azam scored a stunning 103 to lead Peshawar Zalmi into the HBL PSL 2026 final after a dominant win over Islamabad United in Karachi
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Team-first Kane propelling Bayern to glory as PSG showdown looms
Harry Kane's team-first approach is driving Bayern Munich's Champions League charge as a semi-final against holders PSG looms in Paris on Tuesday
Apr 27, 2026
Apr 27, 2026
United outclass Sultans to finish second on HBL PSL 2026 points table
Islamabad United will meet the table toppers Peshawar Zalmi in the Qualifier on Tuesday at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi
Apr 26, 2026
Apr 26, 2026
Bangladesh starts fueling its first nuclear power station at Rooppur
Bangladesh has begun loading uranium fuel at the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant, a key step toward first power generation by August and full output by late 2027
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