Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has dismissed recent threats from the United States, asserting that such warnings will not yield results in Tehran’s dealings with Washington. Speaking during a live televised address marking Nowruz, the Persian New Year, Khamenei strongly rebuffed US President Donald Trump’s recent
Imran Khan’s release from detention could be possible if he offers a “wholehearted apology” for the violent events of May 9, 2023, according to Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs, Rana Sanaullah. These riots, which saw the vandalization of military installations following Khan’s arrest in a corruption
The martyrdom anniversary of Hazrat Ali ibne Abi Talib (A.S) is being observed with deep reverence and solemnity across Pakistan today. The day is marked by large-scale mourning processions in major cities, while stringent security protocols have been put in place to ensure the safety of participants. Central Processions
Pakistan’s weekly inflation, as measured by the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), has decreased by 0.35% for the week ending March 20, 2025. The decline is primarily attributed to a significant drop in vegetable prices, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). Price Drop in
A significant fire broke out at an electrical substation near London’s Heathrow Airport on Friday, forcing the airport to shut down for the entire day and causing widespread disruptions to global flight schedules. Heathrow, Europe’s busiest airport and the world’s fifth-busiest, is expected to remain closed until
A Pakistan Army captain was martyred during a successful counter-terrorism operation in Dera Ismail Khan, where security forces neutralized 10 terrorists, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). A Brave Sacrifice The operation, conducted on March 20, 2025, was based on actionable intelligence. During a fierce firefight with militants, Captain
At least 91 Palestinians were killed and dozens more injured in a series of Israeli airstrikes across Gaza on Thursday, following the Israeli military’s decision to end a two-month ceasefire. The resumption of airstrikes and ground operations has reignited violence in the region, causing widespread displacement and casualties. Resumption
In a significant policy shift, Pakistan is preparing to legalize cryptocurrency trading in a bid to attract international investment and strengthen its growing digital economy. This decision has attracted global attention, particularly as the country aims to create a comprehensive regulatory framework for digital assets. A New Vision for Crypto
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has once again excluded the petition for a meeting with former Prime Minister Imran Khan from its cause list, despite a prior court order. The petition, filed by Mashal Yousafzai, concerns the contempt of court over the non-inclusion of the meeting request, and it has
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, currently on an official four-day visit to Saudi Arabia, has engaged in high-level talks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS). The discussions, held on March 20, 2025, focused on strengthening bilateral relations between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, particularly in the areas of trade, security,
Pakistani actor Danish Taimoor has issued an apology after his remarks about polygamy during a recent Ramadan TV show triggered widespread backlash. Taimoor, who appeared alongside his wife, actress Ayeza Khan, made controversial comments regarding polygamy, stating that Islamic law permits men to marry up to four women. His remark,
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) reached an all-time high on Thursday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index surpassing the 119,000 mark for the first time in history. The index surged by 1,447.79 points, or 1.23%, touching an intraday high of 119,421.81, before closing at a
Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar assured the National Assembly on Wednesday that Pakistan is actively involved in “constructive” discussions with India, with the aim of resolving key bilateral issues, including the long-standing Kashmir dispute. Addressing members during a session, Dar highlighted that despite the challenges in the relationship between the two
On Tuesday, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) saw negative sentiment take hold, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index shedding over 700 points. By 10:25 AM, the index had fallen to 113,632.09, a decrease of 724.25 points or 0.63%. The market felt the impact of the State
The federal government is considering reducing petroleum prices in the upcoming second fortnightly review for March 2025, due to the ongoing decline in global oil prices. Sources suggest that petrol could become cheaper by Rs13 to Rs15 per litre, while high-speed diesel prices might drop by around Rs11 per litre.
U.S. and Ukrainian officials gathered in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday for critical talks aimed at repairing strained relations and determining whether Ukraine is prepared to make concessions in President Donald Trump’s push to swiftly end the war with Russia. This meeting comes after months of tensions, particularly following