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KARACHI: Due to rising tensions in the Middle East related to the ongoing war involving Iran, United States and Israel, a total of 104 flights from Pakistan to Middle Eastern destinations were cancelled in the last 24 hours. Flight…

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed that all Pakistani embassies in Gulf countries remain fully operational and readily accessible at all times to provide comprehensive assistance to Pakistani citizens living abroad. He…

MOSCOW: Russia has expressed concern over the ongoing situation between Pakistan and Afghanistan, urging both countries to resolve their issues through dialogue. The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement today…

WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that he should personally be involved in the appointment of Iran’s next leader following the tenure of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In an interview with a U.S. media outlet,…

LAHORE: For the first time in Pakistan’s 77-year history, the process of manufacturing a 100% locally-made car has begun. The electric vehicle (EV) is expected to be priced significantly lower than comparable cars in the market.…

MUMBAI: In the second semi-final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, India defeated England by 7 runs to secure a spot in the final. Chasing India’s total of 254, England managed 246 runs in their 20 overs, falling just short of the target.…

PESHAWAR: A meeting of parliamentarians from the Malakand region was held at the Chief Minister’s House in Peshawar on Thursday to review development projects and discuss future initiatives for the area. The meeting was chaired by Khyber…

TEHRAN: Iran has retaliated against the U.S. for destroying it's warship near Sri Lanka a day earlier by striking an American an American tanker in the northern part of the Persian Gulf. An official statement said the vessel was hit by a…

DUBAI: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Federal Authority for Identity has announced that visa overstay fines will be waived for individuals affected by airspace closures and flight suspensions. Authorities stated that this decision applies…

KARACHI: The Pakistan stock market witnessed a strong rally on the fourth day of the trading week, with the 100-Index recovering to 159,000 points. The market opened with a significant surge, adding over 3,000 points, after closing at…