Deadlock continues in Govt-PTI talks over counterterrorism measures
ISLAMABAD: A major deadlock has emerged in ongoing talks between the government and Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) over measures to combat terrorism and action against militants, according to sources. Sources said the two sides remained divided over the implementation of practical measures against militants and terrorist elements, with concerns being raised
Result-Oriented Talks a Good Omen for Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Progress in talks between the government and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has been welcomed and termed as a good omen for the country, according to a statement issued on Saturday. The statement said the PTI had agreed to cooperate with the government on several key issues, including special administrative arrangements
Elon Musk’s 4-Word Comment Sparks Debate
NEW YORK: Elon Musk has once again declared that “Instagram is for girls”, turning a four-word post on X into another social media debate about gender stereotypes and the rivalry between two of the world’s biggest social platforms. The latest exchange began when Geiger Capital posted on X that it had
PTI Bows Down, Accepts All Govt’s Terms
ISLAMABAD: The PTI has reportedly agreed to cooperate with the federal government on counterterrorism efforts and accept its other conditions. The sources said the PTI would extend full support the federal government in dealing with terrorism. However, the PTI delegation during the meeting with the government expressed reservations over the
Reports of PTI Seeking Meeting With Imran Khan Are False
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has not demanded a meeting with party founder Imran Khan, contrary to reports circulating on social media, sources said, adding such reports are false and beyond the fact. The reports claiming that the PTI had asked the government to arrange a meeting with Imran Khan
Mardan to Host International AI Conference
MARDAN: The University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Mardan is set to host the second International Conference on the Evolution of Artificial Intelligence (ICEAI 2026) on October 13 and 14. The two-day conference will bring together researchers, academics, industry professionals, practitioners and policymakers to discuss the latest developments and future
Peshawar’s History to Come Alive After Dark
PESHAWAR: The University of Peshawar is organising the fourth chapter of its “Night Steps Through History” programme on October 13 to explore the city’s historical sites after dark. The event, titled “Discovering Peshawar After Dark,” is being organised by the university’s Department of Archaeology, Tourism and Hotel Management in collaboration
Gold Rate Today: Check the Latest Price in Pakistan
PESHAWAR: Gold prices fell sharply in Pakistan and the international market on Saturday as the price of 24-karat gold dropped by Rs4,300 per tola in the local market. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Association, the price of 24-karat gold fell to Rs436,336 per tola. The price of 10 grams
Pakistan Summons Indian Diplomat Over Fatal Border Shooting of Two Civilians
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Saturday summoned the Indian Chargé d’Affaires to register a strong protest over the killing of two Pakistani civilians by the Indian Border Security Force (BSF) along the International Border. According to an official press release issued by the Ministry, the incident occurred on
Iran has technological surprises in store for enemies: IRGC commander
A senior commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the country’s armed forces have made major advances in various technological fields and have “surprises” in store for their enemies. IRGC’s second-in-command Major General Mostafa Izadi said on Friday that the Iranian armed forces have made major strides in
