Saudi Arabia has welcomed the recent ceasefire agreement between Pakistan and Afghanistan, expressing strong support for all diplomatic initiatives aimed at ensuring peace and stability in the region. The ceasefire announcement follows a week of intense border clashes—the most severe between the two countries since the Taliban takeover of Kabul in 2021. The conflict, marked […]
CM Maryam Nawaz Approves Establishment of Punjab Heritage Tourism Authority
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has given formal approval for the establishment of the Punjab Heritage Tourism Authority, a major step toward promoting cultural preservation and tourism development across the province. According to reports from 24NewsHD, following the Chief Minister’s approval, the summary will now be forwarded to the provincial cabinet for final endorsement. […]
Saudi Arabia in Talks with US for Defence Pact: Report
Saudi Arabia is reportedly engaged in high-level discussions with the United States to finalise a defence pact that could be signed during Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s upcoming visit to the White House next month, according to a report by the Financial Times. Citing individuals familiar with the matter, the report states that both sides […]
Trump Says He Averted Pakistan-India War Using Trade and Tariff Threats
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that his administration helped de-escalate a potential war between Pakistan and India by using trade leverage and tariff threats as diplomatic tools. Speaking from his Oval Office after a dinner event, Trump said that his tough stance on trade was instrumental in preventing what he described as a […]
Pakistan, IMF Reach Staff-Level Agreement Worth $3.3 Billion Under EFF and RSF
Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have reached a staff-level agreement under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF), a major step signaling renewed confidence in Pakistan’s economic management and reform progress. The agreement covers the second review of the EFF and the first review of the RSF, with […]
Pakistan’s domestic debt surpasses Rs54 trillion amid soaring interest payments
Pakistan’s domestic debt has hit an all-time high, crossing Rs54.47 trillion as of June 2025, reflecting a massive increase of over Rs28 trillion within just five years. The surge underscores the country’s growing reliance on internal borrowing to bridge fiscal gaps and finance its expanding budgetary needs. According to official data released by the Ministry […]
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly to elect new Chief Minister today
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly is set to elect its new Chief Minister today, marking a significant moment in the province’s political landscape. The session, scheduled for Monday morning, will see four candidates competing for the top post in what is expected to be a closely contested election. The ruling Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has nominated Sohail […]
Nobel Committee Explains Why Donald Trump Missed Out on 2025 Peace Prize
The Norwegian Nobel Committee has clarified its decision to exclude U.S. President Donald Trump from this year’s Nobel Peace Prize, emphasizing that the award is determined strictly on merit and free from political influence or media pressure. In an official statement, the committee reaffirmed that the Nobel Peace Prize selection process is guided by Alfred […]
UK Ex-PM Rishi Sunak Lands Senior Roles at Microsoft and Anthropic
Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has officially taken up two high-profile advisory roles at leading US technology firms Microsoft and Anthropic, marking his entry into the global tech and artificial intelligence sectors after his political career. According to documents released by the Advisory Committee on Business Appointments (ACOBA), Sunak will serve as a part-time […]
Broadcast Details Announced for Pakistan–South Africa Series
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially revealed the broadcast arrangements for the upcoming Pakistan vs South Africa Test series, assuring fans a world-class viewing experience marked by advanced production quality, international accessibility, and a distinguished commentary lineup. The highly anticipated tour begins with a two-match Test series starting on October 12 in Karachi, followed […]