Power minister reiterates govt’s apology for power cuts arising from ‘out of control’ situation – Pakistan
Power Minister Awais Leghari on Thursday reiterated the government’s apology for excessive loadshedding, explaining that the external factor of the fuel supply crisis due to the Middle East war was one of the main reasons. Addressing a press conference in Islamabad, Leghari reiterated the apology for higher than promised “load management”, which the government had […]
Iran’s envoy says any future US talks to be held only in Pakistan
Ambassador cites Islamabad’s neutrality after hosting highest-level talks since 1979 Iranian Envoy to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam – Photo Courtesy: Pakistan TV Digital/YouTube Iran’s envoy to Pakistan on Thursday said that any second round of talks with the United States would be held only in Islamabad, saying Pakistan was a “credible and neutral facilitator”. Pakistan took […]
Gaza’s war amputees short of prostheses under Israeli restrictions – World
“I am not asking for the luxuries of life, I am asking for a limb so I can regain my humanity,” a 40-year-old former office worker says. Fourteen-year-old Fadel al-Naji used to be a keen footballer but is now largely confined to his home in Gaza City since both legs were severed in an Israeli […]
Current account posts surplus of $1.07bn in March – Business
Pakistan recorded a sizable current account surplus in March, it emerged on Wednesday. In a post on social media platform X, the State Bank of Pakistan said, “Current account balance recorded a surplus of $1,070 million in Mar 2026 compared to a surplus of $231 million in Feb 2026.” Adviser to the Finance Minister Khurram […]
Saudi Arabia extends $8b support to Pakistan amid UAE debt repayment
A picture showing $100 bills. SOURCE: REUTERS Saudi Arabia on Thursday announced a $3 billion additional deposit to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and extended an existing $5b deposit, in a move aimed at supporting the country’s economy. According to the state news agency SPA, the financial support is intended to enhance Pakistan’s economic stability […]
PM Shehbaz meets Qatar emir, stresses importance of de-escalation, dialogue amid regional situation – Pakistan
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday met with Qatar’s Emir Tamim bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani and According to the Foreign Office (FO), the prime minister, accompanied by a high-level delegation, is undertaking official visits to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkiye from April 15 to 18. The meeting with the Qatari emir took place […]
PM Shehbaz arrives in Doha on 2nd leg of tri-nation visit – Pakistan
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday arrived in Qatar’s capital Doha, embarking on the second leg of his tri-nation visit after concluding his trip to Saudi Arabia. According to the Foreign Office (FO), the prime minister, accompanied by a high-level delegation, is undertaking official visits to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkiye from April 15 to […]
India plans parliament expansion for women; opposition cries foul – World
India’s government was seeking to expand the size of parliament by two-fifths to increase the representation of women lawmakers, but opposition parties have cried foul, saying it would benefit the ruling party. “We’re set to take historic steps to empower women,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, ahead of the special sitting of parliament on Thursday, […]
AJK police arrest suspected RAW agent in Rawalakot – Pakistan
Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) police claimed on Thursday that they had arrested a suspected agent of India’s Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) in Rawalakot, who had been blackmailed into working for the foreign intelligence agency. According to AJK Inspector General of Police (IGP) Liaqat Ali Malik, one suspect had been arrested who had allegedly […]
Kingsmen extend winning streak in PSL
Perera, Irfan and Labuschagne guided their side to a five-wicket win over Rawalpindiz Hyderabad Kingsmen celebrate a five-wicket win over Rawalpindiz after successfully chasing 121 in a low-scoring PSL 2026 clash. Photo: PSL/FILE Hyderabad Kingsmen continued their winning run in PSL 2026 with a five-wicket victory over Rawalpindiz on Thursday, chasing down a modest target […]