Tag: Pakistan
27 May 2026
Dar warns UNSC over Middle East tensions
He added that Pakistan had made its best efforts to ensure "that a durable solution is found, which leads to peace and stability in the region and maritime routes remain open to everyone".
24 May 2026
Two Pakistani astronauts undergoing training in China
As per the arrangement, one Pakistani astronaut will be working as payload specialists for short space missions.
23 May 2026
Ebola threat: Pakistan tightens airport health screening
Despite the heightened security, federal health officials have stressed that the current outbreak remains strictly confined to the African continent.
22 May 2026
FCC suspends subsidy payment to petroleum firm
It emerged that the SHC had earlier asked the government to pay subsidies worth billions of rupees to a private company within a week.
22 May 2026
Qatar-based British-Pakistani scientist develops AI eye scan for early dementia diagnosis
He added that diabetic neuropathy could also be detected up to five years earlier, allowing treatment to begin sooner.
20 May 2026
Balochistan transporters suspend mineral loading over security, extortion concerns
Eight trucks were burned and the others damaged their tires.
19 May 2026
PDMA forecasts rain, dust-thunderstorms in Punjab districts until Saturday
Strong winds and lightning may cause damages to fragile structures like electricity poles, hoardings and solar panels, the advisory further mentioned.
16 May 2026
Government reduces petrol and diesel prices by Rs5 per litre
According to the Petroleum Division, the price of petrol has been reduced to Rs409.78 per litre following the latest revision.
10 May 2026
Using Strait of Hormuz as 'pressure tool' will deepen crisis, Qatari PM tells Iran
Sheikh Mohammed, who serves as the foreign minister as well, emphasized his country's “full support for mediation efforts to resolve the crisis between Iran and the US by peaceful means.”
9 May 2026
Govt hikes petrol price by Rs14.92, high-speed diesel by Rs15
Petrol rate will be raised to Rs414.78 while the rate of HSD will go up to Rs414.58.
8 May 2026
IMF approves $1.2b tranche for Pakistan amid reform commitments
The funds are expected to be dispersed early next week and would increase the reserves of the central bank to above $17 billion.
7 May 2026
Iran thanks Pakistan for repatriating nationals from seized vessels, praises diplomatic support
The sentiments were conveyed in a phone conversation between the country’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi.
6 May 2026
Defence minister announces rehabilitation of DIK airport after 'years of neglect'
Says PAA, MoD continuing their efforts to restore and rehabilitate dysfunctional airports around the country.
6 May 2026
Khawaja Asif warns of stronger response to any future aggression
The defense minister asserted that the whole nation is united with the armed forces and supports them like a steel wall.
5 May 2026
FM Dar hopeful of progress in US‑Iran talks, urges peaceful settlement through negotiations
Expressing thanks to both sides, he said it was necessary to complete the task with dignity since it was required by the region.