President reaffirms role of Iqbal’s ideas in national life
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari reaffirmed the importance of bringing Iqbal’s ideas into national life and public conduct, saying true value of his concepts lies in their application in building a just and balanced society. In a message on Iqbal Day (21 April 2026), he said, “Today, we pay tribute to Allama Muhammad Iqbal, the […]
Pakistan secures $1bn from Saudi Arabia as second tranche of $3bn deposit
PSX opens strong as KSE-100 Index jumps over 2,000 points
KARACHI :The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX)’s benchmark index KSE-100 gained over 2,000 points during intraday trade on Tuesday, marking a recovery from yesterday’s losses. KSE-100 gained 2,161.14 points or 1.26 per cent to stand at 174,357.84 at 11:54am from the previous close of 172,196.70 points. Trading began on a positive note, with the index gaining […]
PSL 11: Two matches scheduled for today
KARACHI:Two matches are scheduled for today (Tuesday) in Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11. The first match will see Lahore Qalandars take on Quetta Gladiators at 2:30 PM at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The second match of the day will be played between Peshawar Zalmi and Multan Sultans at 7:00 PM at National Stadium in […]
88th death anniversary of Allama Iqbal being observed today
LAHORE : The nation is observing his 86th death anniversary of Allama Muhammad Iqbal today (Tuesday) across the country to acknowledge his struggle and services for a separate homeland for the Muslims of the Subcontinent. Allama Muhammad Iqbal was born in Sialkot on November 9, 1877. He is also recognised as national poet, and known […]
DPM emphasizes importance of continued dialogue
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar Monday spoke with Foreign Minister of Iran, Abbas Araghchi. DPM/FM emphasized the importance of continued dialogue and engagement at the earliest to resolve all pending issues, in order to promote regional peace and stability. Both agreed to remain closely engaged.
No plans to participate in second round of talks with US: Iran’s Foreign Ministry
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Ismail Baghaei said on Monday there are currently no plans to participate in a second round of talks with the United States. Speaking at a press conference in Tehran, Baghaei stated that Iran cannot trust the US and will continue to safeguard its national interests. He added that there is no intention, at […]
Iran vows to retaliate ‘soon’ after US forces seize commercial vessel
TEHRAN :- Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya military headquarters has confirmed an attack by the US military on a ship in the Gulf of Oman in a statement carried by the semi-official Tasnim news agency. Tehran vowed to retaliate “soon” against what it describes as “maritime piracy” following the seizure of the Iranian-flagged vessel. “The aggressive America, […]
Pope Leo again opposes attacks on Iran, urges peaceful resolution
VATICAN CITY: Spiritual leader of Catholics worldwide, Pope Leo, has once again opposed attacks on Iran and stressed the need for a peaceful resolution to the issue. According to a news agency, addressing global leaders, Pope Leo said that only a return to negotiations can bring an end to the war, warning that the lives […]
CM Bugti pays tribute to the slain Lady Constable Malik Naz
QUETTA:- Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti on Sunday paid tribute to the slain Lady Constable Malik Naz, saying her sacrifice will be remembered in golden words in the history of the province. In a statement on social media platform X, Sarfraz Bugti said that Malik Naz has embraced martyrdom in the fight against terrorism, […]