Trump says US-Iran talks could resume over the next two days, ‘we’re more inclined’ to go to Pakistan
US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that talks between Washington and Tehran could resume over the next two days and that “ we’re more inclined to go” to Pakistan, reported New York Post. “You should stay there, really, because something could be happening over the next two days, and we’re more inclined to go […]
IMF cuts 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1pc on Mideast war, warns world economy could be ‘thrown off course’ – Business
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) cut its 2026 global growth projection on Tuesday, warning that the world economy could be “thrown off course” by war in the Middle East — as the conflict roils commodity markets and sparks higher prices. The global economy is set to grow by 3.1 per cent this year, said the […]
IMF cuts 2026 global growth forecast on Mideast war – Business
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) cut its 2026 global growth projection on Tuesday, warning that the world economy could be “thrown off course” by war in the Middle East — as the conflict roils commodity markets and sparks higher prices. The global economy is set to grow by 3.1 per cent this year, said the […]
PM takes president into confidence on US-Iran talks, briefs him on upcoming visits to Saudi Arabia, Turkiye – Pakistan
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif briefed President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday about his upcoming visits to Saudi Arabia and Turkiye “for further engagement to promote peace efforts” and took him into confidence on “all aspects of the dialogue” between Iran and the United States, a statement issued by the President’s Secretariat said. Pakistan hosted direct […]
Naqvi calls on businessmen to bring back ‘20-30pc’ of wealth to Pakistan – Pakistan
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Tuesday called on the business community to bring back “20-30 per cent” of their wealth to Pakistan ahead of the upcoming budget. Speaking at a ceremony at the Federation House in Karachi, he said that the government would facilitate the business community but “at least give this one gesture over […]
UN chief urges respect for navigational rights, freedom in Strait of Hormuz
‘Peace agreements require persistent engagement and political will,’ says Antonio Guterres A vessel at the Strait of Hormuz, off the coast of Oman’s Musandam province. PHOTO: REUTERS United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned on Tuesday that respect for international law was eroding globally, particularly in the Middle East, cautioning that the consequences could deepen instability and […]
Imran’s sisters manage to reach Adiala jail but still denied meeting with ex-premier – Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: In a surprising turn of events, the sisters of incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan on Tuesday managed to make their way to Adiala jail but were still denied a meeting with their brother. The sisters were not allowed to enter the jail by the authorities, following which they returned to the checkpost where they […]
Alibaba-backed BNPL firm gets SECP licence
Koko Tech to tap in to consumer financing for youth, freelancers and small businesses ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has granted a licence to Koko Tech Pakistan (Private) Limited (KTPL) to operate a Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) business in Pakistan, according to an official statement issued on Tuesday. KTPL is owned by Alibaba.com Holdings, […]
Pope Leo issues warning on democracy after Trump criticism
Pope Leo XIV reacts as he speaks with the youth who helped him plant a tree during his visit to the archaeological site of Hippo Regius in Annaba, Algeria, April 14, 2026. PHOTO:REUTERS Pope Leo warned of the risk of democracies sliding into “majoritarian tyranny” on Tuesday, in a letter issued by the Vatican two […]
Bulls take charge as KSE-100 rallies 5,000 points – Business
The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s (PSX) benchmark index rallied over 5,000 points on Tuesday, a day after shedding more than 6,000 points. The KSE-100 index surged by 5,043.51 points, or 3.14 per cent, to close at 165,634.84 points, from the previous close of 160,591.33 points. The index recorded an intraday low of 165,763.81 points at around […]