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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is accelerating preparations for the nationwide launch of 5G internet services, with officials expecting the rollout to begin by mid-August this year. However, the limited availability of 5G-compatible mobile phones and…

GILGIT: The caretaker government of Gilgit-Baltistan has intensified preparations for the upcoming General Elections 2026, with senior officials reviewing security, administrative, and logistical arrangements during a high-level meeting…

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is expected to secure approval for the next tranche of its International Monetary Fund (IMF) loan program during the IMF Executive Board meeting scheduled for May 8, according to official sources. The Executive Board is…

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan’s armed forces have warned that any future aggression or hostile action against the country will receive a “stronger and more decisive response” than before, according to a statement issued on the first anniversary of…

WASHINGTON: The United States Department of State has announced the phased closure of the US Consulate in Peshawar, according to an official statement. The statement said diplomatic engagement with Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province…

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released its annual T20 team rankings, with the top positions largely remaining unchanged across both men’s and women’s categories. In the men’s T20 rankings, world champions India continue to…

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has expressed hope that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran will become permanent, stating that Pakistan is actively working toward that goal. Speaking at an…

ISLAMABAD: In response to the continued spread of the poliovirus, the government of Pakistan has decided to further strengthen its anti-polio efforts with a nationwide vaccination campaign. According to the National Emergency Operations…

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Ombudsman has taken notice of public complaints against Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, a major public sector hospital in Islamabad. According to sources, a special inspection team has been formed and is…

NEW DELHI: Muslim candidates from the Indian National Congress and its allies secured major victories in recent state assembly elections across India, delivering a significant setback to the Bharatiya Janata Party. According to Indian…