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Pakistan, ADB sign $730 million financing for power grid, SOE reforms

Pakistan, ADB sign $730 million financing for power grid, SOE reforms

Both sides pledged to ensure the funds are used effectively and the projects are completed on time

China accuses US of trying to thwart improved China-India ties

China accuses US of trying to thwart improved China-India ties

Thailand says Hindu statue removed to control border area

Thailand says Hindu statue removed to control border area

Heavy rain, flash floods hit southern California

Heavy rain, flash floods hit southern California

Spotlight
Why Karachi’s businessmen fear a new wave of extortionplay icon

Why Karachi’s businessmen fear a new wave of extortion

In this episode of The Story Behind, we speak to ABAD Chairman Hassan Bakhshi about the rising extortion cases, the role of law enforcement, and the growing fears among Karachi’s businessmen

PIA privatization sets stage for structural reform and investor confidenceplay icon

PIA privatization sets stage for structural reform and investor confidence

Kamran Khan says 92.5% of PIA privatization proceeds will be reinvested in the airline

What’s driving investor interest in Pak-Qatar Family Takaful?play icon

What’s driving investor interest in Pak-Qatar Family Takaful?

Book-building portion was oversubscribed 3.2x, while retail demand reached 3.8x, highlighting growing confidence in Pakistan’s Takaful and insurance sector

Shorts
UAE
UAE partners with International Medical Corps UK to deliver urgent healthcare in Sudan

UAE partners with International Medical Corps UK to deliver urgent healthcare in Sudan

The initiative will deploy mobile health teams to cut illness and deaths in conflict-hit areas

Eight Abu Dhabi hospitals named among Middle East’s best in Newsweek rankings

Eight Abu Dhabi hospitals named among Middle East’s best in Newsweek rankings

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi topped Middle East rankings in cardiology, gastroenterology and neurology, and ranked second in oncology

UAE rolls out major climate and clean energy projects in 2025

UAE rolls out major climate and clean energy projects in 2025

UAE doctors roll out mobile medical services for communities

UAE doctors roll out mobile medical services for communities

UAE steps up tourism investment drive with investor-friendly reforms

UAE steps up tourism investment drive with investor-friendly reforms

Pakistan
UN expert decries detention of Pakistan ex-PM Khan's wife

UN expert decries detention of Pakistan ex-PM Khan's wife

UN torture rapporteur urges Pakistan to take immediate action

Pakistan says security forces kill 10 militants in separate operations

Pakistan says security forces kill 10 militants in separate operations

ISPR said eight Indian-backed militants were killed in Balochistan and two in KP’s Dera Ismail Khan in separate operations

Army chief lauds Pakistani Christians’ role in national security

Army chief lauds Pakistani Christians’ role in national security

COAS Munir reaffirms military’s commitment to protecting all citizens’ rights and security

Business
ICMA issues reform roadmap after IMF flags governance gaps in Pakistan

ICMA issues reform roadmap after IMF flags governance gaps in Pakistan

ICMA’s review moves from IMF diagnosis to execution, turning findings into time-bound actions for agencies

Lifestyle
From Mughal cure to comfort classic: The story of nihari

From Mughal cure to comfort classic: The story of nihari

Nihari began as medicine for Mughal laborers before evolving into one of South Asia’s favorite dishes

Life Pen Co. preserving Lahore’s lost writing culture

Life Pen Co. preserving Lahore’s lost writing culture

As fountain pens gave way to convenience, something intimate was lost. Life Pen Company, Lahore’s oldest pen shop, quietly preserves a fading connection between hand, ink, and thought.

Ibrar Shahid Quits Pakistan Idol Amid Controversy, Returns and Wildcards Shake the Competition

Ibrar Shahid Quits Pakistan Idol Amid Controversy, Returns and Wildcards Shake the Competition

Auto-Tune Allegations, Emotional Fallout, and Legal Warnings Add New Drama to the Idol Stage

Sports
England's dignity on the line in Boxing Day Ashes clash

England's dignity on the line in Boxing Day Ashes clash

Skipper Stokes determined to snap long winless streak in Australia

Sudan coach Appiah seeks to bring Africa Cup joy amid conflict

Sudan coach Appiah seeks to bring Africa Cup joy amid conflict

Sudan captain Bakhit Khamis said that while the situation at home was catastrophic, the side were happy to be in Morocco for the tournament

Stokes concerned for England player welfare amid media scrutiny

Stokes concerned for England player welfare amid media scrutiny

Stokes has been open about the mental health issues he has faced during his career and took a lengthy break from cricket in 2021 to focus on his well-being

World
Discovery of a million more potential Epstein documents delays further releases

Discovery of a million more potential Epstein documents delays further releases

The heavily redacted releases have angered Republicans and failed to quell a scandal ahead of the 2026 midterms

14 countries condemn Israel's expansion of West Bank settlements

14 countries condemn Israel's expansion of West Bank settlements

Several countries, including France, Germany and the UK, condemned Israel’s approval of 19 West Bank settlements

UK, Canada, Germany and others condemn Israel's West Bank settlement plan

UK, Canada, Germany and others condemn Israel's West Bank settlement plan

Israeli foreign minister rejects the statement by foreign countries, saying the decision aimed to help address security threats faced by Israel