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PPP's Amjad Hussain elected Gilgit-Baltistan chief minister unopposed

PPP's Amjad Hussain elected Gilgit-Baltistan chief minister unopposed

PPP wins Gilgit-Baltistan as Amjad Hussain Advocate is elected chief minister unopposed, with all key assembly posts also filled without a contest in the 33-member house.

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Pakistan, Qatar mediation helps shape 60-day Iran-US deal roadmapplay icon

Pakistan, Qatar mediation helps shape 60-day Iran-US deal roadmap

Kamran Khan calls it a key diplomatic breakthrough, noting Pakistan’s facilitation in narrowing Washington-Tehran differences

From career-ending injury to marathon history: Faisal Shafi’s extraordinary journey

From career-ending injury to marathon history: Faisal Shafi’s extraordinary journey

Pakistan’s first runner to complete all eight World Marathon Majors is now chasing an even bigger dream — the coveted 9-Star medal.

Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline revival could save Pakistan over $1 billion a year, ease inflation

Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline revival could save Pakistan over $1 billion a year, ease inflation

Sanctions relief could unlock cheaper energy, cut power costs and strengthen supply security, Analysts say

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UAE
Fresh graduates face shrinking entry-level job opportunities in UAE

Fresh graduates face shrinking entry-level job opportunities in UAE

AI, automation and employer demand for immediate productivity are reducing entry-level jobs in the UAE, making it harder for graduates to land their first role

UAE calls for Euro-Mediterranean and Gulf AI center to boost cooperation

UAE calls for Euro-Mediterranean and Gulf AI center to boost cooperation

UAE proposes a Euro-Mediterranean and Gulf AI center to boost cooperation in research, investment and governance

Dubai humanitarian hub chief hopes US-Iran deal will lower aid costs

Dubai humanitarian hub chief hopes US-Iran deal will lower aid costs

UAE explores AI-driven center to predict humanitarian crises

UAE explores AI-driven center to predict humanitarian crises

UAE sets minimum social media age at 15 for children

UAE sets minimum social media age at 15 for children

Pakistan
Iranian president to visit Pakistan on Tuesday as regional diplomacy gathers pace

Iranian president to visit Pakistan on Tuesday as regional diplomacy gathers pace

Iran's Pezeshkian visits Pakistan Tuesday "to boost trade and energy ties" as US-Iran diplomacy gathers pace in the region

Pakistan court sentences BYC leader Mahrang Baloch to life over 'killing of security official'

Pakistan court sentences BYC leader Mahrang Baloch to life over 'killing of security official'

An anti-terrorism court in Quetta sentenced Baloch rights activist Mahrang Baloch to life imprisonment over the killing of a security official during 2024 protests

Pakistan will keep backing US-Iran dialogue, PM Sharif says after Swiss talks

Pakistan will keep backing US-Iran dialogue, PM Sharif says after Swiss talks

PM Shehbaz Sharif welcomed the first High-Level Committee meeting under the Islamabad MoU in Switzerland, where negotiators agreed on a 60-day roadmap to a final deal

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SECP approves Khudmukhtar Khatoon digital financing scheme for women entrepreneurs

SECP approves Khudmukhtar Khatoon digital financing scheme for women entrepreneurs

SECP has approved Khudmukhtar Khatoon, a Shariah-compliant digital financing scheme offering women entrepreneurs up to Rs 1.5 million

Lifestyle
Mehwish Hayat gets her kicks in Pakistan's first zombie thriller

Mehwish Hayat gets her kicks in Pakistan's first zombie thriller

From Zumba routines to viral outbreaks, the Zombeid star on the role that pushed her to her limits.

Dominating Dananeer: How ‘Mera Lyari’ Became a One Woman Showplay icon

Dominating Dananeer: How ‘Mera Lyari’ Became a One Woman Show

Pakistan’s latest sports drama serves up raw talent and fierce street football but struggles to cross the finish line.

Jaafar Jackson: The Hollywood star who found inspiration in Pakistan

Jaafar Jackson: The Hollywood star who found inspiration in Pakistan

Exploring the 2020 Cultural Visit of the Man Now Bringing Michael Jackson Back to Life

Sports
Yamal kickstarts Spain's World Cup bid as Cape Verde stun Uruguay

Yamal kickstarts Spain's World Cup bid as Cape Verde stun Uruguay

Lamine Yamal starred as Spain thrashed Saudi Arabia 4-0, while Cape Verde earned a stunning 2-2 draw with Uruguay to keep their World Cup dream alive

PCB's new central contracts explained: Salaries, categories and match fees

PCB's new central contracts explained: Salaries, categories and match fees

The PCB has overhauled its central contracts with five format-based tracks, new salaries and revised NOC rules

Mexico become first team to reach knockout stage, Canada secure historic first World Cup win

Mexico become first team to reach knockout stage, Canada secure historic first World Cup win

Mexico qualified first for the World Cup last 32 after beating South Korea 1-0, while Canada recorded their maiden World Cup victory with a 6-0 rout of Qatar

World
Lebanese president discusses Israel ceasefire with US, Qatari officials

Lebanese president discusses Israel ceasefire with US, Qatari officials

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun spoke with JD Vance and Qatar's PM about consolidating a ceasefire and forming a de-confliction cell with Israel

Iran says held 'brief discussion' with US on nuclear issue

Iran says held 'brief discussion' with US on nuclear issue

Iran says nuclear talks with the US have not formally begun despite a brief exchange in Switzerland, as negotiators agree a 60-day roadmap to end the war

Starmer resigns as UK prime minister after fewer than two years in office

Starmer resigns as UK prime minister after fewer than two years in office

Keir Starmer announced his resignation outside 10 Downing Street on Monday, saying Labour's leadership contest will launch in July and conclude in September