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BARCELONA: World number two Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the Barcelona Open after damaging his right wrist, tournament organisers said on Wednesday.The Spaniard picked up the injury during a 6-4 6-2 first-round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 […]
IMF managing director meets Aurangzeb, hails Pakistan’s reform progress, macroeconomic stability – Business
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has commended Pakistan’s “continued progress on economic reforms” under the Fund’s programme and the resulting macroeconomic stability. She met with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on the sidelines of the IMF–World Bank Spring Meetings 2026 in Washington, where the finance czar had arrived on Monday. During his visit, […]
PM Shehbaz concludes visit to Saudi Arabia, to head to Doha: PMO – Pakistan
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has concluded his official visit to Saudi Arabia and will now head to Qatar’s capital Doha, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said on Thursday. In a statement posted to social media, the PMO said that PM Shehbaz will hold a bilateral meeting in Doha with the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim […]
3 abducted polio workers recovered in Bannu after joint efforts of police, jirga – Pakistan
BANNU: Three polio workers abducted by militants on Wednesday have been safely recovered through coordinated efforts by the police and local jirga elders, police said. Under the leadership of the Bannu district police officer (DPO), the police initiated immediate action following the incident. A comprehensive strategy was adopted by taking local jirga elders into confidence. […]
PM Shehbaz expresses solidarity with Qatari amir, urges de-escalation, dialogue for regional peace
Both review bilateral relations, reaffirm commitment to strengthen cooperation in areas including security, defence Qatari Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Sultan bin Saad Al-Muraikhi receives Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at Doha Airport. PHOTO: PMO/X Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday expressed solidarity with Qatar and urged de-escalation and dialogue for peace in the Middle […]
Pakistan, Turkiye commando exercise Jinnah-XIII concludes in Ankara, Isparta
ISPR says primary aim of exercise was to refine drills, procedures, techniques related to counterterrorism operations Pakistan, Turkiye Joint Commando and Special Forces Exercise Jinnah-XIII. PHOTO: Screengrab The Pakistan–Turkiye Joint Commando and Special Forces Exercise Jinnah-XIII was successfully conducted in Turkiye on Thursday, focusing on counterterrorism operations, the military’s media wing said in a statement […]