Iran receives first revenue from Strait of Hormuz tolls: official
Tasnim news agency says the first Strait of Hormuz toll revenue has been deposited into central bank
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Spotlight
Trump looks for way out on war, but Iran may not oblige
Opposed to intervention, Trump faces political fallout as Iran asserts control over the Strait of Hormuz, driving up oil and US fuel prices ahead of elections
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Trump signals fresh US-Iran talks as Hormuz blockade stalls peace
Kamran Khan highlights Trump extending ceasefire while Iran demands blockade be lifted first
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Why Afghanistan’s flag keeps changing
Afghanistan’s flag has repeatedly changed with its shifting political regimes, reflecting the country’s evolving identity and power struggles
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Shorts
UAE, Syria presidents discuss ties, regional security in Abu Dhabi talks
Both sides review Middle East developments and their impact on regional stability, global security, maritime routes, and the global economy
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UAE orders banks to stop using WhatsApp for financial services
Banks face sanctions if they fail to end messaging app use by April 30
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Pakistan minister, US envoy discuss next phase of Iran talks and regional stability
Mohsin Naqvi welcomes US ceasefire extension initiative, calling it a positive step and expressing hope for further diplomatic progress
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Corporate earnings of EFERT, SAZEW & UBL
EFERT reported a 60% QoQ decline in earnings, primarily due to lower sales volumes
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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.
Apr 12, 2026
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Trump envoy wants Italy to replace Iran at World Cup: report
Italy missed out on the World Cup for the third successive time after losing a penalty shootout to Bosnia and Herzegovina in their qualifying playoff final
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AI table tennis robot can beat 'elite' players, Sony says
Previous table tennis playing robots could hold rallies, but never went beyond the amateur level, Sony AI said
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Usman’s trailblazing 101 powers Kingsmen to sensational win over Sultans
Usman Khan was adjudged Player of the Match for his blistering 101-run knock off just 47 balls, which included 10 sixes and five fours
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Israeli airstrike kills journalist Amal Khalil in south Lebanon
Officials say rescuers recover the body of journalist Amal Khalil, killed in a hostile airstrike on a house in al-Tiri
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