Pakistan

Today marks a historic day for Pakistan as the National Stadium Karachi, one of the most iconic venues in the country, is officially set to be inaugurated. With a revamped infrastructure and enhanced facilities, the stadium is ready to make its mark on the international sports scene. To celebrate this momentous occasion, the public is invited to join the festivities …

Since reclaiming power in August 2021, the Taliban have begun a nuanced diplomatic journey, engaging with neighbouring powers such as China, Russia and Iran. Despite international isolation over human rights and terrorism concerns, the Taliban have leveraged Afghanistan’s strategic position and resources to further relationships centred on economic collaboration, border security and counterterrorism efforts. However, the sustainability of these alliances …

LAHORE: New Zealand veteran batter Kane Williamson praised Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam, placing him among the best batters in the world after leading his team into the tri-nation series final here at Gaddafi Stadium on Monday.Babar has been the mainstay of the Pakistan team for several years, consistently performing with his bat. However, in recent times, he has faced …

The Judicial Commission of Pakistan is set to hold a meeting on Monday to discuss the appointment of eight new judges to the Supreme Court of Pakistan. The appointment process has been controversial due to disagreements over the seniority of judges. The commission has called for the submission of names of senior judges from Pakistan’s five High Courts to assist …

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have joined forces to convene an emergency meeting of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to address the escalating situation in Gaza. This urgent gathering of foreign ministers aims to discuss the ongoing developments and potential solutions to the crisis ¹ .The move comes amid heightened tensions in the region, with US President Donald Trump’s recent …

President Asif Ali Zardari met with his Turkish counterpart, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, on Monday during a brief stopover at Istanbul Airport while en route to Portugal. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan warmly received President Zardari at the airport. During their meeting, Presidents Zardari and Erdoğan discussed bilateral relations and matters of mutual interest, while also exchanging courtesies. President Zardari is …

Pakistan faced a significant blow on Saturday as star fast bowler Haris Rauf was forced to limp off the field due to an ankle injury during the first ODI of the tri-nation series against New Zealand at Gaddafi Stadium.Rauf had left the field during the 38th over of New Zealand’s innings. Following medical assessments, he was diagnosed with a low-grade …

In a welcome respite from the economic headwinds that have been battering Pakistan, the country’s Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) has recorded its sixth consecutive weekly decline. This downward trend, driven primarily by a sustained drop in essential food prices, offers a glimmer of hope for a nation grappling with inflationary pressures._ The Key Drivers of the Decline_ A closer examination …

Pakistan Navy Launches Aman 2025: A Beacon of Maritime Cooperation The Pakistan Navy has proudly kicked off the ninth edition of its flagship multinational naval exercise, Aman 2025, in the port city of Karachi. This year’s iteration has brought together an unprecedented 60+ countries, solidifying Aman’s position as a premier platform for fostering global maritime cooperation.*Aman: A Symbol of Unity …