Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to continue ceasefire in Istanbul talks
ISTANBUL: After a series of talks in Istanbul, Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to extend the ceasefire, which was the result of their last talks. The discussions held from October 25 to 30, 2025, were mediated by Turkey and Qatar. The meetings mainly revolved around the negotiation and supplementing of the
18 terrorists linked to Fitna al Hindustan killed in Balochistan operations: ISPR
RAWALPINDI: Eighteen terrorists belonging to the Indian proxy outfit Fitna al Hindustan were killed in two separate intelligence-based operations (IBOs) in Balochistan, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Thursday. According to the military’s media wing, the first operation was conducted in the Chiltan Mountains area of Quetta district on
Distribution of 100,000 laptops under PM Youth Program begins today
ISLAMABAD: The distribution of 100,000 laptops to talented and deserving students across Pakistan under the Prime Minister’s Youth Program will begin today (Thursday). A special ceremony will be held at the Jinnah Convention Center in Islamabad to mark the launch. According to details, online applications were invited for the PM
Petroleum prices likely to increase across Pakistan from November 1
ISLAMABAD: After November 1, 2025, petroleum products in Pakistan will not be as affordable as before, as per the information obtained from the sources. The price of fuel might be increased by PKR 1.48 per liter. While a high-speed diesel price may be increased by PKR 1.38 per liter. The
Taliban diplomat urges fresh Pakistan-Afghanistan talks after Istanbul deadlock
DOHA: Afghan Taliban’s Qatar-based ambassador, Suhail Shaheen, has called for a new round of talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan after the unproductive negotiations in Istanbul, Turkey. The second round of talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan was held over four days in Istanbul but no breakthrough was achieved. Pakistan brought up
7 Indian-backed Khawarij killed, 6 soldiers including captain martyred in security forces operation
Security Forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in the general area Dogar, Kurram District, on the reported presence of Khwarij belonging to Indian Proxy, Fitna al Khwarij. During the conduct of operation, seven Indian sponsored khwarij were sent to hell due to effective engagement by their own troops. However, during the
Govt releases Rs2.43 billion for IT and Telecom projects under PSDP 2025–26 in Q1
ISLAMABAD: (APP) The federal government has allocated over Rs 2.43 billion for projects under the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) as part of the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025-26. According to PSDP data, Rs 111.77 million of the authorised
ATC orders blocking of Imran Khan’s sister’s passport and NIC
RAWALPINDI: The Rawalpindi Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on Wednesday ordered to block the passport and national identity card (NIC) of the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s sister, Aleema Khanum, over non-appearance in the court. The ATC Rawalpindi issued the order while hearing a case on Wednesday. Following her repeated absence
Pakistan receives first-ever crude oil shipment from the United States
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan recently marked a significant milestone by receiving its first shipment of United States crude oil, which docked at Cnergyico’s offshore terminal in Balochistan. The cargo was transported by the Suezmax vessel MT Pegasus. Earlier this month, reports indicated that Cnergyico planned to import 1 million barrels of oil
Final decision to send Pakistani troops to Gaza is pending, Khawaja Asif
ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has confirmed that the possible deployment of Pakistani troops in Gaza is being considered, but no final decision has been taken yet. He clarified that the matter is “in process” and before any decision is taken, Parliament, allies, and relevant institutions will be taken into
