At a moment when the world stood on the edge of yet another devastating war, Pakistan did what few nations could it stepped in quietly, decisively, and effectively to pull the region back from the brink. Less than two hours before a looming American deadline that threatened to unleash unprecedented […]
Author: Muhammad Nasir Butt
Pakistan to repay $2bn UAE loan by end of April
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has decided to repay a $2 billion loan to the United Arab Emirates by the end of April, sources said on Friday. According to officials, the amount, which had been placed as a safe deposit in Pakistan’s account, will be returned to Abu Dhabi later this month. Sources […]
How War is Crippling Lebanon’s Healthcare System
The ongoing escalation between Israel and Hezbollah has pushed Lebanon’s already fragile healthcare system to the brink of collapse, raising serious humanitarian concerns across the region. Over the past month, intensified Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon have not only targeted military positions but have also severely impacted medical infrastructure. According […]
Pakistan intensifies diplomatic efforts to ease US-Iran tensions: FO
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan remains in close contact with the United States leadership and is actively engaged in continuous diplomatic consultations aimed at reducing tensions and paving the way for meaningful negotiations, the Foreign Office said. “Pakistan is actively working to create a conducive environment for de-escalation and dialogue,” Foreign Office spokesperson […]
Tulsi Gabbard Calls Pakistani Missiles a ‘Threat’ But Who Is She?
ISLAMABAD: Tulsi Gabbard, who recently described Pakistani missile capabilities as a “significant threat” to the United States, has once again come into global focus amid rising geopolitical tensions. Her statement has sparked debate not only over strategic security concerns but also over her own unique background — one that is […]
NADRA cancels 4.2 million CNICs of deceased persons after nationwide data reconciliation
ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has cancelled around 4.2 million Computerised National Identity Card (CNICs) of deceased individuals after completing a nationwide reconciliation process between civil registration records and the national citizen database. According to the authority, the exercise was carried out under the National Database and […]
HEC makes AI course mandatory for undergraduate programmes across Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Chairman of the Higher Education Commission, Prof. Dr. Niaz Ahmad Akhtar, on Wednesday announced a series of major reforms aimed at modernising Pakistan’s higher education sector and aligning it with national priorities and global trends. Addressing a media briefing in Islamabad, the HEC chairman said the commission has introduced […]
From Tehran to Torkham: Why Doctrine Not Missiles Will Decide the Fate of Wars in Our Region
As missiles fly over Iran and the spectre of a wider Middle Eastern war looms, Pakistan is not merely an observer of history, it is simultaneously managing a live conflict on its own western frontier. The recent Pakistan–Afghanistan tensions have reinforced a hard-learned national lesson: in the 21st century, wars […]
From Gaza to Kabul: How Modi’s Israel Visit Reshapes Pakistan’s Geopolitical Environment
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Israel and his address to the Knesset represent far more than a ceremonial diplomatic engagement; they signal a deepening strategic alignment that carries direct implications for Pakistan’s security environment, regional diplomacy and narrative space. At a time when Israel faces growing international criticism […]
ICT police arrest bank robbers, impersonation gang; recover gold, millions in cash
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Islamabad Muhammad Jawad Tariq on Monday said the capital police had achieved major successes against organised crime in 2026, including busting a bank robbery gang, arresting members of a TCS impersonation gang and solving a blind murder case. Addressing a press conference alongside senior officers, […]









