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 […]
Turkiye launches internet crackdown ahead of funerals for shooting victims – World

Turkiye cracked down on Thursday on social media posts praising two school shootings in two days, which have left the country reeling, ordering dozens of arrests ahead of funerals for the victims, who were mostly children. Authorities said 83 people had been detained, hundreds of accounts blocked and groups shut down after praise for the […]
No date set for second round of US-Iran talks, FO says – World

No dates have been decided for the second round of talks between the United States and Iran, FO spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said on Thursday. “Nuclear issues are among the subjects being discussed by the countries,” he said while responding to a question during his weekly briefing. “We will not comment on the positions of Tehran […]
ECP directs MQM-P to hold intra-party elections by October 15 – Pakistan

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Thursday directed the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) to hold intra-party elections by October 15. According to a statement issued by the ECP, a three-member bench headed by Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja gave MQM-P until October to hold intra-party elections. Barrister Farogh Naseem appeared on behalf of […]
FINDING A FUEL WE CAN AFFORD – Newspaper

The numbers tell us that a cheaper, cleaner future is within reach, if the state chooses to act before the next hit. On the morning of March 13, 2026, Ahmed, a delivery rider in Lahore, pulled into a petrol station on Multan Road and watched the attendant reset the pump. The price had jumped again. […]
Pete Hegseth says US forces ready to restart combat if Iran doesn’t agree a deal

US military forces are mounting a blockade on all ships seeking to enter or leave Iran US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth. PHOTO: REUTERS/ File US forces in the Middle East are postured to restart combat operations immediately if Iran doesn’t agree to a peace deal, top American military officials said on Thursday. As part […]
Alcaraz withdraws from Barcelona Open

BARCELONA: World number two Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the Barcelona Open after damaging his right wrist, tournament organisers said on Wednesday.The Spaniard picked up the injury during a 6-4 6-2 first-round win over Otto Virtanen.Alcaraz, the top seed, was scheduled to face Czech Tomas Machac in the second round.“After the tests, we’ve realised that […]
Pakistan Navy successfully test fires locally developed anti-ship ballistic missile: ISPR – Pakistan

The Pakistan Navy has successfully fired a locally developed anti-ship ballistic missile to engage targets at an extended range, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement on Thursday. “In a resolute display of preparedness and precision-strike capability, Pakistan Navy successfully conducted a live weapon firing of an indigenously developed ship-launched anti-ship missile, accurately […]
Pakistan Navy successfully test fires locally developed extended-range anti-ship missile: ISPR – Pakistan

The Pakistan Navy has successfully fired a locally developed anti-ship missile to engage targets at an extended range, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement on Thursday. “In a resolute display of preparedness and precision-strike capability, Pakistan Navy successfully conducted a live weapon firing of an indigenously developed ship-launched anti-ship missile, accurately engaging […]