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TTAP chief Mahmood Khan Achakzai says at least 10,000 people should reach Adiala Jail next week or ‘forget about everything’
PTI Ends Sit-in near Adiala Jail on Assurances of Meeting Next Week
Mahmood Khan Achakzai says at least 10,000 people should reach venue next week or ‘forget about everything’
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January 7, 2026 at 6:38 AM
TTAP chief Mahmood Khan Achakzai says at least 10,000 people should reach Adiala Jail next week or ‘forget about everything’
KP chief minister will visit Karachi and Hyderabad, with plans to lead street protests throughout his tour
PTI Preps for Sohail Afridi’s Entry to Sindh
KP chief minister will visit Karachi and Hyderabad, with plans to lead street protests throughout his tour
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January 6, 2026 at 9:07 AM
KP chief minister will visit Karachi and Hyderabad, with plans to lead street protests throughout his tour
Officials say apprehended terrorists have said they are affiliated with the banned Balochistan Liberation Army
Sindh CTD Averts Major Terror Attack, Seizes Large Cache of Explosives
Officials say apprehended terrorists have said they are affiliated with the banned Balochistan Liberation Army
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January 5, 2026 at 11:56 AM
Officials say apprehended terrorists have said they are affiliated with the banned Balochistan Liberation Army
Notwithstanding government officials’ statements, existing laws make it very difficult for the imposition of a ban on Imran Khan’s party
Ban on PTI: Easier Said than Done
Notwithstanding government officials’ statements, existing laws make it very difficult for the imposition of a ban on Imran Khan’s party
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January 5, 2026 at 10:18 AM
Notwithstanding government officials’ statements, existing laws make it very difficult for the imposition of a ban on Imran Khan’s party
In 7th round of Foreign Ministers' Strategic Dialogue, Pakistan and China discussed CPEC, trade, cooperation, exchanges and events marking 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the neighboring nations
Pakistan, China Urge Strengthening of Global Counter-Terrorism Cooperation
7th round of Foreign Ministers' Strategic Dialogue discusses CPEC, trade, cooperation, exchanges and events marking 76h anniversary of diplomatic ties
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January 5, 2026 at 8:46 AM
In 7th round of Foreign Ministers' Strategic Dialogue, Pakistan and China discussed CPEC, trade, cooperation, exchanges and events marking 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the neighboring nations
Foreign Office says Islamabad is working to ensure safety and security of Pakistanis in Venezuela, as U.S. president hints at further military action if South American nation's interim administration does not cooperate with him
Islamabad Ensuring Safety, Security of Pakistanis in Venezuela: FO
U.S. president warns of further military action in South American nation if remaining administration doesn’t cooperate with him
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January 5, 2026 at 6:59 AM
Foreign Office says Islamabad is working to ensure safety and security of Pakistanis in Venezuela, as U.S. president hints at further military action if South American nation's interim administration does not cooperate with him
The I.T. minister has unveiled a series of reforms aimed at reducing internet disruptions, enabling competition and improving affordability
600MHz Spectrum Auction to Help Boost Internet Speeds: Khawaja
I.T. minister unveils series of reforms aimed at reducing disruptions, enabling competition and improving affordability
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January 3, 2026 at 7:03 AM
The I.T. minister has unveiled a series of reforms aimed at reducing internet disruptions, enabling competition and improving affordability
14th edition of the Lahore Literary Festival will take place Feb. 6-8, 2026 at the AlHamra on Mall Road
Fourteenth Edition of LLF Kicks Off Feb. 6-8, 2026
LLF returns for its 14th Edition on Feb. 6-8, 2026
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January 3, 2026 at 6:34 AM
14th edition of the Lahore Literary Festival will take place Feb. 6-8, 2026 at the AlHamra on Mall Road
Convicts Wajahat Saeed, Sabir Shakir, Moeed Peerzada, Adil Raja, Haider Mehdi, Shaheen Sehbai are all currently based abroad
Multiple Life Sentences Awarded to YouTubers for ‘Digital Terrorism’
Convicts Wajahat Saeed, Sabir Shakir, Moeed Peerzada, Adil Raja, Haider Mehdi, Shaheen Sehbai are all currently based abroad
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January 2, 2026 at 10:18 AM
Convicts Wajahat Saeed, Sabir Shakir, Moeed Peerzada, Adil Raja, Haider Mehdi, Shaheen Sehbai are all currently based abroad
Household Integrated Economic Survey 2024-25 finds marginal reduction in number of out-of-school children, from 30% to 28%, and boost to national literacy from 60% to 63%
Nationwide Internet Use Spikes to 57%
Household Integrated Economic Survey 2024-25 finds marginal reduction in number of out-of-school children, from 30% to 28%
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January 2, 2026 at 8:45 AM
Household Integrated Economic Survey 2024-25 finds marginal reduction in number of out-of-school children, from 30% to 28%, and boost to national literacy from 60% to 63%
Foreign Office spokesperson calls on India to respond to formal queries over proposed Dulhasti Stage-II hydropower project on Chenab River
Pakistan, India Share Lists of Nuclear Installations, Prisoners
Foreign Office spokesperson calls on India to respond to formal queries over proposed Dulhasti Stage-II hydropower project on Chenab River
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January 2, 2026 at 8:16 AM
Foreign Office spokesperson calls on India to respond to formal queries over proposed Dulhasti Stage-II hydropower project on Chenab River
Shehbaz Sharif congratulates nation on OGDCL’s discovery of new oil and gas reserves in Kohat
P.M. Calls for Prioritizing Local Exploration to Reduce Fuel Import Bill
Shehbaz Sharif congratulates nation on OGDCL’s discovery of new oil and gas reserves in Kohat
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January 2, 2026 at 6:33 AM
Shehbaz Sharif congratulates nation on OGDCL’s discovery of new oil and gas reserves in Kohat
In statement, Foreign Office has reiterated Pakistan's support for Yemen’s unity and territorial integrity and welcomed efforts to de-escalate tensions
Pakistan Expresses ‘Complete Solidarity’ with Saudi Arabia
Foreign Office reiterates support for Yemen’s unity and territorial integrity, welcomes efforts to de-escalate tensions
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January 1, 2026 at 8:43 AM
In statement, Foreign Office has reiterated Pakistan's support for Yemen’s unity and territorial integrity and welcomed efforts to de-escalate tensions
Until Jan. 15, petrol will cost Rs. 253.17/liter and high-speed diesel Rs. 257.09/liter
Prices of Petroleum Products Slashed for Next Fortnight
Petrol to now cost Rs. 253.17/liter, high-speed diesel Rs. 257.09/liter
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January 1, 2026 at 6:27 AM
Until Jan. 15, petrol will cost Rs. 253.17/liter and high-speed diesel Rs. 257.09/liter
Ruling declares ECP’s notification of PMLN leader’s victory in NA-130, Lahore, valid
Tribunal Dismisses Yasmin Rashid’s Petition against Nawaz Sharif’s NA-130 Win
Ruling states declares ECP’s notification of PMLN leader’s victory valid
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December 31, 2025 at 7:25 AM
Ruling declares ECP’s notification of PMLN leader’s victory in NA-130, Lahore, valid
After using water cannons to disperse the sit-in, police briefly detained several opposition leaders and Imran Khan's sisters before releasing them at Chakri Interchange
Police Once Again Use Water Cannons to Disperse Adiala Sit-in
Imran Khan’s sisters, PTI workers briefly detained in late night police action
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December 31, 2025 at 6:54 AM
After using water cannons to disperse the sit-in, police briefly detained several opposition leaders and Imran Khan's sisters before releasing them at Chakri Interchange
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa chief minister says such actions undermine federal harmony and erode public trust in provincial institutions
Afridi Alleges ‘Ill-Treatment’ During Punjab Tour in Letter to Maryam
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa chief minister says such actions undermine federal harmony and erode public trust in provincial institutions
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December 30, 2025 at 9:04 AM
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa chief minister says such actions undermine federal harmony and erode public trust in provincial institutions
The BNP leader was Dhaka’s first woman prime minister and served three terms as premier
Bangladesh’s Khaleda Zia Dies, Aged 80
The BNP leader was Dhaka’s first woman prime minister
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December 30, 2025 at 6:21 AM
The BNP leader was Dhaka’s first woman prime minister and served three terms as premier
In notification, the Lahore deputy commissioner has formally designated Feb. 6-8, 2026 as the dates for Basant in the Punjab capital, outlining series of measures aimed at ensuring the kite-flying event proceeds in a safe manner
Lahore Administration Issues Notification for Basant
Kite-flying event to proceed under strict regulations on Feb. 6-8, 2026 within jurisdiction of Lahore district
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December 29, 2025 at 10:40 AM
In notification, the Lahore deputy commissioner has formally designated Feb. 6-8, 2026 as the dates for Basant in the Punjab capital, outlining series of measures aimed at ensuring the kite-flying event proceeds in a safe manner
PPP senator has criticized India for approving new hydroelectric project on Chenab River in violation of Indus Waters Treaty
Weaponizing Water Risks Inflaming Tensions, Warns Sherry
PPP senator criticizes India for approving new hydroelectric project on Chenab River in violation of Indus Waters Treaty
thestandard.com.pk
December 29, 2025 at 9:27 AM
PPP senator has criticized India for approving new hydroelectric project on Chenab River in violation of Indus Waters Treaty
Advising the PTI to end policy of 'political extremism,' PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has emphasized need for electoral reforms prior to any new elections
Electoral Reforms Necessary before New Elections: Bilawal
PPP chairman urges PTI to end policy of political extremism and return to democratic politics
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December 29, 2025 at 7:53 AM
Advising the PTI to end policy of 'political extremism,' PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has emphasized need for electoral reforms prior to any new elections
During interaction with journalists in Lahore, C.M. Sohail Afridi claims PTI's resistance will pave way for reconciliation
KP C.M. Says He Will Next Proceed to Karachi for ‘Street Movement’
Sohail Afridi claims party’s resistance will pave way for reconciliation
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December 29, 2025 at 6:58 AM
During interaction with journalists in Lahore, C.M. Sohail Afridi claims PTI's resistance will pave way for reconciliation
The 71-year-old, who passed away on Dec. 27, had a storied career, both nationally and at international financial institutions
Shamshad Akhtar: A Steady Hand in Turbulent Times
The 71-year-old had a storied career, both nationally and at international financial institutions
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December 27, 2025 at 11:14 AM
The 71-year-old, who passed away on Dec. 27, had a storied career, both nationally and at international financial institutions
British High Commission says foreign government should provide ‘relevant material to U.K. police liaison’ for further inquiry
Pakistan Issues Demarche to U.K. over Alleged Threats to Field Marshal at PTI Protest
British High Commission says foreign government should provide ‘relevant material to U.K. police liaison’ for further inquiry
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December 27, 2025 at 6:57 AM
British High Commission says foreign government should provide ‘relevant material to U.K. police liaison’ for further inquiry
KP chief minister commences three-day visit to Punjab capital in line with directions of PTI founder Imran Khan, who has backed launch of new street movement
PTI Ramps up Efforts for Another Street Movement in Lahore
KP chief minister commences three-day visit to Punjab capital in line with directions of PTI founder
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December 26, 2025 at 9:05 AM
KP chief minister commences three-day visit to Punjab capital in line with directions of PTI founder Imran Khan, who has backed launch of new street movement