Pakistan says US plan to deport Afghans via Pakistan is under consideration
Islamabad says a US proposal to deport Afghans via Pakistan is under consideration, as the Foreign Office also covers pilgrim visas, an LNG vessel and the SCO.
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Spotlight
Pakistan warns of AI-driven cyberattacks on banks, critical infrastructure
National CERT warns of AI-driven cyberattacks on Pakistan's banks and critical infrastructure, urging institutions to strengthen their digital defenses.
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Pakistan's external debt nearly doubles to USD 135.1 billion over decade
World Bank data show China remains Pakistan's largest bilateral creditor, while new borrowing from private lenders carries significantly higher interest rates
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One Constitution Avenue spared, Nasla Tower razed: Pakistan's two faces of justice
Kamran Khan questions unequal treatment as Islamabad buyers get refunds with profit while Karachi families remain uncompensated
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Shorts
ADNOC signs LNG supply deal with India’s Gujarat Energy for up to 4 million tons
ADNOC signed a 10-year LNG supply deal with Gujarat Energy for up to 4 million tons from 2028, the first sale from XRG’s international portfolio.
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Abu Dhabi clean energy generation rises over 1,000 percent since 2020
Abu Dhabi clean energy generation grew by more than 1,000 percent between 2020 and 2025, and now supplies almost 46 percent of the emirate’s power.
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Pakistan targets 100% digital payments as PM seeks roadmap
PM Shehbaz Sharif directs authorities to set clear timelines for a cashless economy, with most government departments expected to complete digitization by December
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Jazz records 650 Mbps peak speed in PTA network assessment
Telecom operator posts strong voice and data performance across Islamabad and Rawalpindi, supported by ongoing network upgrades
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Surtaal Music Academy: Meet the young voices of androon Lahore
From learning the fundamentals of singing to performing in front of audiences at the Pakistan Super League, these young artists are already taking their first steps towards bigger stages
Oct 30, 2026
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Pakistan beat UAE by nine wickets in U19 Asia Cup 2026
A magnificent unbeaten century from opener Usman Khan helped Pakistan chase down a target of 225 with 12.3 overs to spare
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Sri Lanka beat Patrons XI by 142 runs in three-day practice match
Set a target of 254, Patrons XI were bowled out for 111 runs
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India edge Pakistan 3-2 in SAFF Championship clash in Dhaka
Pakistan score twice in stoppage time but fall short after India build a three-goal first-half lead
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Saudi Arabia denies Houthi $51bn demand to end hostilities, calls WSJ report 'pure fabrication'
Saudi Arabia denies Houthi $51bn demand, calling a Wall Street Journal report 'pure fabrication' as renewed fighting with Yemen's rebels continues.
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