Pakistan to continue ‘sincere efforts’ for peace, PM tells Pezeshkian after setback in US-Iran talks

Welcomes Iran’s engagement in Islamabad talks, reaffirms support for sustained dialogue and diplomacy PM Shehbaz (right) holds talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian (left) on US-Iran ceasefire Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday told Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian that Pakistan would continue its “sincere and serious” efforts for peace in the region after the latest…

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Power Division urges Nepra to scrap fees for solar users below 25 kilowatts

Asks to review its regulations, seeking the removal of fees exemption from licensing requirements Solar panel. Photo: ANADOLU AGENCY ISLAMABAD: The Power Division on Sunday formally asked Nepra to review its regulations, seeking the removal of fees and a licensing exemption for solar consumers with systems under 25 kilowatts (kW), following a directive from Energy Minister…

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US mulls releasing $20b in frozen Iranian assets in lieu of its enriched uranium stockpile: Report

Trump maintains US will ‘get’ Iran’s enriched uranium without sending any money to Tehran A satellite overview shows the Fordow Fuel Enrichment Facility, along with damage from airstrikes, amid the Iran-Israel conflict, near Qom, Iran, June 24, 2025. Maxar Photo: REUTERS The United States is considering releasing $20 billion in frozen Iranian assets in exchange…

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President reiterates nuclear safety pledge

. ISLAMABAD/LAHORE: President Asif Ali Zardari has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of nuclear safety and security. In a message on International Chernobyl Disaster Remembrance Day observed on April 26, the president stressed that Pakistan supports international efforts that promote responsible conduct, strengthen safeguards and reduce the risk of incidents like Chernobyl…

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First phase of HingIaj road construction completed

A Reuters file image. QUETTA: The first construction phase of Hinglaj Mandir Link Road project has been successfully completed with the special funds from Balochistan Chief Minister Jam Kamal. The Hindu community of Lasbela has expressed gratitude to the government of Balochistan, according to official sources, as 90% of technical work of the temple stands…

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10 die as gunmen storm Chagai mining site

QUETTA: Armed men stormed a copper and gold mining site in Balochistan’s Chagai district on Wednesday, killing at least 10 people, including a foreign worker, and torching machinery after a fierce exchange of fire with guards posted at the site, local officials said on Thursday. Although there has been no formal confirmation from the Balochistan…

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Can solar save textile industry?

Policy tweaks, particularly shift to net billing, impeding further solar adoption APTMA has been constantly blaming the FBR for its lack of commitment in implementing the agreement it signed with the textile industry regarding the resumption of zero-rated tax regime. PHOTO: FILE FAISALABAD: Pakistan’s textile sector, the backbone of its export economy, is once again…

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FO in touch with Somalia over hijack standoff

Families of the crew members expressed deep concern over the safety of their loved ones ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office on Thursday said that it was in contact with the Somali government over the hostage crisis involving Pakistani sailors aboard a hijacked oil tanker, adding that it believed the crew members were safe. During his weekly…

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