Pakistan's capital holds its breath with US-Iran talks in limbo
Growing number of Islamabad residents are weary of the mounting personal and economic costs imposed by stringent security measures
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Spotlight
Trump's messaging on Iran grows increasingly erratic
Twice in recent days, White House has been forced to correct statements made by US president during calls
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Are memes the new battlefield? Inside Iran’s digital influence strategy
Amber Shamsi explores propaganda’s shift from cinema reels to AI-driven social media, contrasting Pakistan’s memes with Iran’s digital strategy
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Pakistan pushes mediation as US-Iran talks hinge on Hormuz blockade
Kamran Khan highlights rising confusion as ceasefire deadline approaches with no final agreement
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Shorts
OIC reaffirms solidarity with UAE after foiled security threat plot
OIC General Secretariat says it supports all measures taken by UAE to safeguard its sovereignty, territorial integrity and internal stability
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Dubai financial center says it will become world’s first AI-native hub
Dubai-based financial hub says plan would move beyond limited AI pilot projects by integrating technology into core operations of center
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Pakistan's Attock Refinery shuts unit as Islamabad road closures halt tanker movement
The refinery's motor spirit and high-speed diesel stocks have risen significantly as product dispatches came to an abrupt halt.
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Pakistan freelancers boost earnings to $856M amid connectivity challenges
Strong global demand drives growth despite outages and slow internet
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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.
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Nawaz faces PCB probe following positive test for recreational drug use
The positive result stems from testing conducted during this year’s T20 World Cup in Sri Lanka
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Curacao, tiny island with big dreams of World Cup glory
The qualification is expected to give tourism on the paradisical island of white sand beaches, which received 1.5 million visitors last year, a boost
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Rawalpindiz falter for eighth successive time as Sultans script six-wicket victory
Multan Sultans now have 12 points after winning six of their eight matches, sitting second on the PSL 2026 points table
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London hosts military talks on France and UK's Hormuz mission
British minister says focus is on turning consensus into a plan to protect Strait navigation and secure a lasting ceasefire
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