Trump says US blockade of Iranian ports will 'remain' if no deal reached
US president tells reporters Iran is 'not going to impose tolls' on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz
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Spotlight
Is India facing a silent economic crisis?
India’s economy is hit by the US–Iran conflict, with markets shaken, billions wiped out, and Ambani-Adani swapping top positions amid investor jitters
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US-Iran peace deal near as Hormuz reopens, markets rally
Kamran Khan says fresh moves on Hormuz and Lebanon signal a US-Iran peace deal may be near
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Iranian currency: Opportunity or risky bet?
Expert breaks down the hype around Iranian rial, weighing its investment potential against its risks and volatility
Apr 17, 2026
Apr 17, 2026
Shorts
UAE economy extends strong momentum into early 2026 on broad-based growth
CBUAE data shows UAE banking sector expands in Feb 2026, with assets, credit, and deposits all rising
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Dubai says first flying taxi station completed
Located near the city’s international airport, the station will serve as the main Air Taxi hub and handle up to 170,000 passengers a year
Apr 17, 2026
Apr 17, 2026
Pakistan reduces diesel prices by PKR 32.12 per liter
PMO statement says decision is part of government’s broader effort to ease financial burden on public
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Pakistan collects over PKR 180B in petroleum levy in 6 weeks
PDL receipts cross PKR 1.23 trillion this fiscal year amid higher consumption and steady rates
Apr 17, 2026
Apr 17, 2026
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
Usman, Rossouw powers Gladiators to dominant win over subdued Qalandars
Following a six-wicket defeat to the Quetta Gladiators, Lahore Qalandars sit second-last on the points table with just two wins from six matches
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Nation’s Bank proudly welcomes Shahid Afridi as Sports Consultant
Afridi takes on new role with NBP, aiming to elevate sports and develop future athletes in Pakistan
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Judgement day for Man City and Arsenal in title showdown
Mikel Arteta's side travel to the Etihad Stadium on Sunday nursing a a six-point lead over second-placed City as they target a first English title since 2004
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Turkey says Israel using security as a pretext to acquire 'more land'
Hakan Fidan says Israel has created an international illusion of acting for its own security, but recent years show it is more than that
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