Global crude prices cross $100-per-barrel mark
Global crude oil prices surged above the key $100-a-barrel mark for the first time since May, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, concerns over the Strait of Hormuz. According to international media reports, Brent crude, the global benchmark, rose by more than 6% on Thursday, crossing the
Chief Justice of Pakistan condemns Mastung attack, postpones judicial conference
ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Yahya Afridi has expressed profound grief and sorrow over the martyrdom of District and Sessions Judge Abdul Hakeem Kakar and his gunman in a deadly attack in Balochistan’s Mastung district, issuing a condolence message on behalf of the country’s judiciary. In his statement, the
Fuel Prices Increase for Fourth Consecutive Day
ISLAMABAD: Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) once again jacked up petroleum prices, pushing petrol and diesel rates higher from July 24, 2026, amid the revised petroleum pricing mechanism. The authority revised the ex-depot prices of petroleum products following the government’s updated pricing formula. The price of petrol has been
Tank: Suicide Attack Foiled, Bomber, Accomplice Killed
TANK: Security forces and police jointly thwarted an alleged suicide attack attempt on the Manjikhel police post; a suicide bomber was killed along with his companion here on Thursday. According to sources, a vehicle loaded with explosives drove at high speed towards the wall of the police post, but the
Visa Fee Waived for Pakistanis: Which Country Is It?
ISLAMABAD: The Sri Lankan government has waived visa fees for Pakistani citizens, while online visa applications are processed within 48 hours. As per media reports, the Sri Lankan Consul General Sanjeeva Patiwala said that ending visa fees for Pakistanis increased the number of Pakistani tourists visiting Sri Lanka. In 2026,
ECP Opposes KP’s Local Govt Act Amendment
ISLAMABAD: Rejecting the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government’s amendment to the Local Government Act, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Thursday termed the amendments contrary to the law. In a letter to the KP Chief Secretary, the Chief Election Commissioner said that under the new amendment, the population of the village
Field Marshal Vows to Continue Anti-Khawarij Operations in Balochistan
RAWALPINDI: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Thursday vowed that targeted operations against Fitna al Khawarij and Fitna al Hindustan would continue with full resolve until the menace of terrorism and its abettors are eliminated from Pakistan. He lauded the people of Balochistan for their support and cooperation with security
High-Level Moot Recommends New Provinces
ISLAMABAD: To cope with the prevailing security problems and administrative issues being faced by the country, a high-level moot on Thursday called for more provinces in the country. The demand came from a high-level security meeting that said it is the need of the hour for a stable and peaceful
KP Appoints 10 New Law Officers
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government on Thursday appointed 10 new law officers in the Advocate General’s Office to make legal affairs more effective and strengthen the prosecution of government cases. An official notification issued here said that Alam Khan Andinzai, Sehrish Munawar and Saif-ur-Rehman have been appointed as Additional Advocate General,
Internet Starts Returning to AJK’s Mirpur
MIRPUR: The internet service started resuming in Mirpur division and its adjoining areas in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) on Thursday after a 45-day disruption. The suspension of internet service in Mirpur division affected residents, businesses and routine communication in the area. The restoration comes as AJK prepares for the
