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Cabinet ratifies landmark Pakistan-Saudi Arabia defence pact

PM Shehbaz vows swift reforms, honours martyrs, and calls for decisive action against terrorism

High-level Saudi delegation arrives in Karachi to explore investment opportunities

Sindh CM invites Saudi investors to key sectors; Governor Tesori highlights brotherly Pakistan–Saudi ties

CM Maryam unveils interest-free loans up to Rs30 million for farmers

Launches Hi-Tech Farm Mechanisation Programme to usher in an agricultural revolution in Punjab

Pakistan

Imran Khan directs PTI lawmakers in Punjab to resign from assembly committees: Barrister Gohar

PTI founder reiterates resolve to ‘neither bow down nor let the nation bow,’ says Gohar after meeting in Adiala Jail

Pakistan

UK court rules against YouTuber Adil Raja in defamation case filed by ex-ISI officer

London High Court declares Raja’s allegations ‘false and baseless’; orders damages, apology, and publication of verdict summary online

Pakistan

Confusion surrounds Gandapur’s resignation as Governor House, PTI issue conflicting claims

Governor denies receiving resignation; PTI shares copy showing it was submitted late Thursday night

Pakistan

Bomb blast damages railway track near Dera Murad Jamali

Explosion partially destroys bridge and track; gatekeeper missing as security forces launch investigation

Pakistan

Google offers free one-year Gemini AI Pro plan to students in Pakistan

Eligible students aged 18 and above can now access Google’s most advanced AI tools — free for a year

Pakistan

Funeral of Major Sibtain Haider held at Chaklala Garrison

PM Shehbaz, Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir attend funeral prayers

Pakistan

Former senator Mushtaq returns home after release from Israeli custody

Warm welcome at Islamabad Airport as ex-JI senator arrives safely following diplomatic efforts led by Pakistan and Jordan.

Pakistan

Japan provides grant assistance to two NGOs for development projects in Sindh

Muhammadi Foundation, Benazir Bhutto High School to benefit from nearly $100,000 grant

Pakistan

ECP declares PTI, Sunni Ittehad Council MPs as independents

New party positions issued for National and provincial assemblies after Supreme Court ruling

Pakistan

NEPRA fines K-Electric Rs25 million over 2023 blackout

Regulator says power utility failed to meet operational duties

Pakistan

Political manoeuvring begins in KP after Gandapur’s resignation

Opposition eyes alliance with independents as numbers game tightens

Pakistan

Pakistan, IMF agree to continue policy talks for staff-level deal

Fund acknowledges progress in fiscal discipline, energy and climate reforms

Pakistan

President, PM praise security forces over successful operation against terrorists in DI Khan

Zardari, Shehbaz pay tribute to Major Sibtain Haider for supreme sacrifice

Pakistan

KP political scene heats up as Gandapur resigns, opposition moves to devise strategy

Opposition parties meet today to consider joint CM candidate amid shifting alliances

Pakistan

Army major martyred as forces eliminate seven India-backed militants

Troops neutralise India-backed Fitna Al Khawarij cell in DI Khan operation

Pakistan

PM Shehbaz hails Gaza peace deal as ‘historic opportunity’ for lasting peace

Praises President Trump’s role and mediation efforts of Qatar, Egypt and Turkiye

Pakistan

PPP decides to part ways with Azad Kashmir coalition govt

Bilawal Bhutto to lead crucial party meeting today on next steps

Pakistan

PM Shehbaz: Pak-Saudi defence pact rooted in brotherhood and mutual trust

Premier hosts luncheon for visiting Saudi delegation led by Prince Mansour, vows stronger economic and defence cooperation