US Central Command says 10 vessels are turned around, no ships break through since start of blockade A vessel at the Strait of Hormuz, off the coast of Oman’s Musandam province. PHOTO: REUTERS A second US-sanctioned supertanker has entered the Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz, shipping data showed, despite a US blockade on vessels visiting…
Pakistan Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb speaks during an interview at the International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group’s annual spring meetings in Washington DC, US, April 13, 2026, PHOTO: REUTERS ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb has expressed optimism about Pakistan’s external sector outlook and reiterated the government’s focus on enhancing competitiveness, deepening investment…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Photo: Reuters ISLAMABAD’: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has constituted a National Coordination and Management Council (NCMC) to deal with the aftermath of the Middle East war on the nation’s economy and its internal security, in a move that will also ensure faster decision making during uncertain times. The council was established…
. KARACHI: A police constable was killed after being struck by a speeding car while signaling it to stop near Maymar Morr on the SITE Superhighway. Police later chased the vehicle and arrested two suspects allegedly involved in smuggling. The suspects – identified as Agha Jan and Naseem – were transporting a large quantity of…
FO says visit reflects Pakistans ‘continued commitment to constructive diplomacy, multilateral cooperation’ Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will undertake official visits to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Turkiye from April 15 (today) to 18, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said on Wednesday. The visit came three days after the US and Iran were unable to reach…
LAHORE: The second day of the Pakistan Chemical Forum Expo 2026 at the Expo Centre Lahore witnessed remarkable activity and overwhelming participation from both local and international stakeholders. The atmosphere remained vibrant with business engagements, while strong international interest added significant value to the exhibition. Hundreds of stalls set up across various halls showcased a…
US former vice president has said restrictions on dissent, such as preventing peaceful protests, weaken democracy. US democratic presidential nominee and former US Vice President Joe Biden has asked Delhi to take all necessary steps to restore rights of all the people of Kashmir. PHOTO: FILE MUZAFFARABAD: While welcoming US Democratic presidential nominee and former…
Tarbela discharge rises from 8,000 to 30,000 cusecs, while Mangla releases around 15,000 cusecs View of the Sukkur Barrage formerly known as the Lloyd Barrage, as flood water passes through, following monsoon rains and rising levels of Indus River in Sukkur, Sindh province. Photo: REUTERS ISLAMABAD: The Indus River System Authority (IRSA) has increased water…
Offers technical assistance for AMI meters, battery storage studies as minister seeks NGC restructuring support A worker walks past inside the Asian Development Bank (ADB) headquarters in Manila. Photo: Reuters/ File ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Power Division Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari held a meeting with Asian Development Bank (ADB) Country Director Emma Xiaoqin Fan…
Meeting comes after Trump extended ceasefire last night at the request of PM Shehbaz and CDF Munir Iranian Ambassador Reza Amiri Moghadam with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on April 22, 2026. Photo: PMO/X Iranian Ambassador Reza Amiri Moghadam called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday and discussed the ongoing regional situation following the extension…