Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has called for negotiations with Israel to resolve long-standing issues and avoid further war. His comments come after a US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took effect in Gaza, raising hopes for wider regional stability. Aoun said the time is right for dialogue, stressing that Lebanon cannot remain isolated from peace […]
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Hamas urges global watch on Israel after ceasefire
Hamas has called on U.S. President Donald Trump and international mediators to ensure Israel does not resume military action in Gaza. The appeal came shortly after Trump confirmed that the war in Gaza had officially ended. Hamas welcomed this statement but stressed the need for continued oversight to prevent future attacks. Speaking to AFP, Hamas […]
Pakistan’s textile exports jump 6.2% in Q1 FY26
Pakistan’s textile exports grew by 6.19% in the first quarter of FY2025-26, reaching $4.8 billion. This increase was recorded for the period from July to September 2025, compared to $4.52 billion during the same quarter last year, according to sources. Monthly exports also showed improvement, with September posting a 3.27% increase over August. Textile exports […]
Pakistan sends 100 tons of aid to Gaza via Egypt
Pakistan has dispatched its 24th relief shipment to Gaza, carrying 100 tons of humanitarian aid through Egypt. According to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), the aid was sent under the directive of Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar. The consignment was delivered in coordination with Alkhidmat Foundation and departed from Lahore’s Allama Iqbal International Airport. This […]
Protests spark tensions across Punjab, Islamabad on alert
Security in Islamabad remained tight on Monday amid fears of protests by a religious political party. Police deployed heavy contingents in sensitive areas and increased patrols. Authorities reassured citizens that no roads were blocked, though some areas faced slow traffic due to security barriers. Surveillance through Safe City cameras was also enhanced to detect any […]
South Africa stumbles to 216-6 after Pakistan’s 378
South Africa ended Day 2 of the first Test against Pakistan at 216 for 6 in Lahore. They are still 162 runs behind Pakistan’s first innings total of 378. The Proteas lost wickets regularly throughout the day and failed to build strong partnerships. Pakistan’s bowlers, especially Nauman Ali, kept tight control over the game. The […]
Russia protests US Tomahawk missiles for Ukraine
Russia strongly objects to the United States supplying Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov called the move a serious escalation. He said it dramatically raises tensions between the countries. Peskov warned that this supply could destabilize the ongoing conflict. The Tomahawk missile is a long-range weapon used by the US in past […]
Pakistan mourns cricket legend Wazir Mohammad
Former Pakistani Test cricketer Wazir Mohammad passed away on Monday in Birmingham. He was 95 years old. His nephew Shoaib Mohammad confirmed the news. The cricketing community mourned the loss of one of Pakistan’s earliest Test players. Wazir Mohammad played a vital role in Pakistan’s cricket history. He made his Test debut in 1952 during […]
Gold hits record high in Pakistan, jumps Rs5,500 per tola
Gold prices in Pakistan soared to an all-time high on Monday. The price per tola jumped by Rs5,500, reaching Rs428,200. This increase followed gains in the international market, reflecting strong global demand. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), 10 grams of gold sold for Rs367,112, rising by Rs4,715 in one day. […]
KP CM removed over ‘domestic dispute’, says Azma Bukhari
Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari launched a scathing attack on the recent leadership change in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), claiming that the former chief minister was removed not through a political process, but due to a domestic spat involving “two housewives.” Speaking to media in Lahore on Monday, Bukhari questioned the legitimacy of the newly elected […]