ISLAMABAD: Defense Minister Khawaja Asif stated that the current Afghan government maintains a close friendship with India and functions as a proxy against Pakistan. Speaking to a private television channel, the Defense Minister detailed his past official meetings with former Afghan President Hamid Karzai, Taliban founder Mullah Omar, and his son, Mullah Yaqoob. Reflecting on […]
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CHAGAI: Security forces foiled a major terrorism plot by recovering a massive cache of weapons and explosives during a targeted operation near Dalbandin. Acting on verified intelligence, security forces launched an Intelligence-Based Operation (IBO) in the Gerdi Jungle area of Chagai district. During the sweep, forces uncovered a large hidden stockpile of arms and ammunition,
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ISLAMABAD: Electricity prices are expected to drop by Rs. 1.93 per unit under the upcoming quarterly tariff adjustment. While a separate monthly fuel cost adjustment for April indicates a potential hike of Rs. 1.73 per unit, the combined effect of both adjustments in June will still result in a net relief of 20 paisa per
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ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted rain and hailstorms across the country’s upper regions over the next few days, while warning of a severe heatwave in southern areas. According to the PMD, rain and hailstorms are expected in various parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, and Islamabad from today until May 23. Similar weather
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ISLAMABAD: Gold prices witnessed an upward trend in bullion markets across the country today. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association (APSGJA), the price of 24-karat gold rose by Rs. 900 per tola, bringing the new rate to Rs. 477,162. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold increased by Rs. 772
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ISLAMABAD: The Government of Pakistan has announced a major relaxation in business operating hours. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has exempted commercial centers across the country from the mandatory closing times until May 31. According to a notification issued by the Cabinet Division, all markets, departmental stores, and shopping malls nationwide will be allowed to remain
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ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund has asked Pakistan to withdraw all exemptions and concessions on sales tax as budget negotiations with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) enter the final phase, sources said on Monday. According to officials, the IMF mission has demanded the complete removal of all sales tax exemptions. Detailed talks on the issue are
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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday met Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf at the Prime Minister House. According to sources, the two sides discussed the country’s current security situation and key professional matters related to the Pakistan Navy. The prime minister praised the navy’s performance and its role in national defence.
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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Monday condemned a recent drone strike near the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant and urged all parties involved in the US-Iran conflict to exercise maximum restraint amid rising regional tensions. The Abu Dhabi Media Office said the strike on Sunday caused a fire in an electrical generator located outside the plant’s inner perimeter.
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WASHINGTON: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that “Project Freedom” was halted at Pakistan’s request. According to reports, Rubio said Pakistan conveyed that suspending the project in the Strait of Hormuz could help enable an agreement with Iran. He added that the United States paused the initiative to allow space for diplomacy. He also
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