Pakistan’s Role as Mediator in the U.S.–Iran Dialogue

Security sources have revealed that Pakistan is handling a highly complex issue involving the United States and Iran, where its role is that of a mediator. According to senior security officials, Field Marshal Asim Munir’s only interest in the U.S.–Iran agreement is peace and stability. The world is gradually realizing …

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Iran begin fraught FIFA World Cup with 2-2 New Zealand draw

Iran’s Fraught World Cup Start: A Geopolitical Tug-of-War on the Pitch Iran’s Fraught World Cup Start: A Geopolitical Tug-of-War on the Pitch The News: Iran’s World Cup Campaign Kicks Off Amidst Geopolitical Storm Iran’s much-anticipated FIFA World Cup campaign commenced with a tense 2-2 draw against tournament newcomers New Zealand, …

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Govt’s economic planning mindful of possible external and geopolitical risks, finmin tells UK MP

Pakistan’s Economic Resilience: Navigating Geopolitical Headwinds – An Analysis By [Your Name/Organization Name] The News: A Proactive Stance Amidst Global Uncertainty In a recent pivotal meeting in Islamabad, Pakistan’s Finance Minister, Muhammad Aurangzeb, conveyed to UK Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for MENAP, Hamish Falconer MP, that the government’s economic planning …

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Lawyers Imaan Mazari, Hadi Chattha awarded prestigious human rights prize for advocacy work

“`html Ludovic Trarieux Prize to Jailed Pakistani Lawyers: A Stark Reflection on Human Rights and Rule of Law Ludovic Trarieux Prize to Jailed Pakistani Lawyers: A Stark Reflection on Human Rights and Rule of Law The recent announcement of prominent Pakistani lawyers, Imaan Zainab Mazari-Hazir and Hadi Ali Chattha, as …

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Punjab finance minister presents ‘people-friendly’ budget in assembly

The Punjab Budget FY2026-27: Balancing Ambition with Economic Realities An in-depth look at Punjab’s new fiscal roadmap and its implications for the province and the nation. The News: Punjab Unveils Ambitious Rs5.9 Trillion Budget Punjab Finance Minister Mian Mujtabaur Rehman recently presented the provincial budget for fiscal year 2026-27, a …

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PM directs authorities to expedite work on 100MW solar power project in GB

“`html Pakistan’s Green Leap: PM Accelerates 100MW Solar Project in Gilgit-Baltistan Pakistan’s Green Leap: PM Accelerates 100MW Solar Project in Gilgit-Baltistan In a significant move towards bolstering energy security and promoting sustainable development, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has issued strong directives to expedite the 100MW solar power project in Gilgit-Baltistan …

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Pakistan’s economy has left the ICU, says Khawaja Asif

Pakistan’s Economic Resurgence: Hope or Hype After “ICU” Exit? Pakistan’s Economic Resurgence: Hope or Hype After “ICU” Exit? The News: A Glimmer of Hope from the National Assembly Pakistan’s Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif, recently offered a significantly optimistic outlook on the nation’s economic health, declaring its departure from the “intensive …

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Aurangzeb sees budget upside from US-Iran deal, but says ‘way too premature’ to revise projections

Pakistan’s Economic Outlook: Cautious Optimism Post US-Iran Deal – An Analysis Following a significant peace accord between the United States and Iran, Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has articulated a vision of potential economic uplift for the nation. While acknowledging the prospective upsides for Pakistan’s Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) budget, …

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Ewing Hall controversy deepens as govt denies reports of demolition

Ewing Hall Standoff: Heritage vs. Dues in Lahore’s Historic Heart Lahore, Pakistan – A tense dispute is unfolding around Ewing Hall, a century-old architectural gem in Lahore, pitting government authorities against the esteemed Forman Christian College University (FCCU). While the Lahore Heritage Areas Revival Board (LHAR) assures the public of …

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PSX rallies by over 4,000 points after US, Iran reach preliminary agreement

Pakistan’s Stock Market Soars: A Deeper Look into the US-Iran Agreement and Domestic Economic Stability What Happened The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a significant surge on Monday, with its benchmark KSE-100 index climbing by over 4,000 points, marking a 2.69 percent gain. This robust rally pushed the index to …

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