18 terrorists killed in premature VBIED blast, security operation in Balochistan: ISPR
Says eight killed as VBIED detonated while being prepared by terrorists; 10 more killed during…
18 terrorists killed in premature VBIED blast, security operation in Balochistan: ISPR
Says eight killed as VBIED detonated while being prepared by terrorists; 10 more killed during clearance operation Eighteen terrorists affiliated with Fitna-al Hindustan were killed after a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device (VBIED) detonated prematurely while being prepared, followed by a joint clearance operation in Balochistan’s Surab district, the military’s media wing said on Wednesday. The…
California Senate passes resolution recognising Pakistan-US relations
Recognises contributions of the Pakistani-American community to US state’s economy, culture and social fabric California: Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh at State Senate of California during passage of historic resolution on Pakistan-US relations-11th August 2026. PHOTO: PAKISTANS EMBASSY WASHIGNTON DC California’s state Senate unanimously passed a resolution celebrating the enduring relationship between Pakistan and the United…
PSX gains 465 points as buying returns across key sectors
Exploration, banks, autos and energy stocks lead broad-based buying, geopolitical developments support sentiment As a result of extensive campaign and persistent follow-up, by the end of the deadline, PSX had received a total of 17 EOIs from foreign and local investors. — FILE PHOTO KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) closed the session on Wednesday…
Rybakina ousts Osaka to book Toronto semi-final spot
World number two Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan celebrates defeating Japan’s Naomi Osaka to reach the semi-finals of the WTA Toronto Masters. Photo: AFP MONTREAL: World number two Elena Rybakina came from a set down to defeat four-time Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka on Tuesday and reach the WTA Toronto Masters semi-finals, where she will face fourth-ranked Coco Gauff….
Makkah Agreement vision extends beyond Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan: Erdogan
Turkish president says pact built on principle of collective deterrence, open to all peace-seeking regional states Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Makkah, Saudi Arabia on August 7, 2026. Photo: X The vision in the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement “is not limited” to only…
Imran Khan was not recently taken to PIMS; viral image of him in hospital bed is AI-generated
Rumours circulated on social media about ex-PM’s blood pressure issues, that he was taken to hospital for treatment Fact check: Imran Khan was not recently taken to PIMS; viral image of him in hospital bed is AI-generated Multiple users, a majority of whom appear to be PTI supporters, based on their past posts, have been…
Gold prices continue upward trend as per tola rate rises by Rs4,200
Gold prices continued their upward trend in international and local markets on Wednesday, with the price of gold per tola increasing by Rs4,200. In the international bullion market, the price of gold increased by $42 per ounce, taking the global rate to a new level of $4,415 per ounce. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and…
Bangladesh get Das fitness boost for daunting Australia task
DARWIN: Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto Wednesday declared wicketkeeper Litton Das “100 percent fit” for the first Test against Australia while suggesting the tourists could play two spinners. Experienced wicketkeeper-batsman Das had been sidelined since June with a left calf injury and was initially ruled out of the opening Test of the two-match series. But…
Al-Ittihad book place in AFC Champions League
Netherlands international Steven Bergwijn scored twice inside the opening 38 minutes for Al-Ittihad. Photo: REUTERS ABU DHABI: Former champions, Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ittihad booked their place in the league phase of the Asian Champions League Elite on Tuesday with a 4-1 playoff win over Al-Jazira from the United Arab Emirates, while Uzbekistan’s Pakhtakor won 3-0 against…
PTI cannot distance itself from worker who attacked security forces: Talal Chaudhry
Minister says party must examine how supporters are trained, warning hatred & violence can have dangerous consequences Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry speaking at a press conference. SCREENGRAB Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry on Wednesday said Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leadership could not distance itself from a party worker who attacked security…
