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Climate Change

Pakistan’s energy intensity the highest in South Asia, warns World Bank

Pakistan’s suffers from inefficient industrial processes, rising costs, and heavy fossil fuel dependence; the World Bank warns that without integrated reforms in energy efficiency and decarbonisation supported by financing and policy clarity, Pakistan’s economic and climate goals are at risk.
Economy

SIFC celebrates two-year mark with PayPal debut for Pakistani freelancers

The SIFC has celebrated its second anniversary by enabling PayPal payments for freelancers, launching IT parks and E-Rozgar centres, securing global tech investments, and driving a digital transformation boosting exports and international competitiveness.
Economy

Pakistan Stock Exchange roars back as ceasefire, oil price drop boost confidence

The PSX rebounded sharply as news of a temporary ceasefire between Iran and Israel, along with falling oil prices, restored investor confidence. The KSE-100 Index jumped over 6,500 points in intraday trade, reversing steep losses from the previous session.
International

Donald Trump announces Iran-Israel ceasefire, ending 12-day flash war

Iran and Israel agree to a full ceasefire after twelve days of conflict. Trump announces phased truce, hails diplomatic victory.
International

ایران اور اسرائیل میں مکمل جنگ بندی، صدر ٹرمپ کا اہم اعلان

امریکی صدر ڈونلڈ ٹرمپ کیمطابق ایران اور اسرائیل کے درمیان مکمل جنگ بندی طے پا گئی ہے، جس سے 12 روزہ جنگ کا خاتمہ ہو گیا۔ ٹرمپ نے اس معاہدے کو مشرقِ وسطیٰ کے لیے ایک تاریخی کامیابی قرار دیا اور دونوں ممالک کو استقامت و تدبر پر مبارکباد دی۔
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ACROSS TT

Pakistan and Qatar deepen security ties as fragile US-Iran peace push gains ground

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Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and his Qatari counterpart agreed to deepen security cooperation in Doha this week, as Pakistan and Qatar push behind the scenes to salvage the Islamabad MoU and bring Washington and Tehran back to the table.

Kuwait ratifies defense pact with Pakistan

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Kuwait's Amir has formally ratified the defence cooperation agreement with Pakistan by decree, published in the official gazette. The agreement covers training, logistics, military intelligence, defence industries and a joint military committee.

India’s playbook for dissent has run out of pages

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A Chief Justice called unemployed youth cockroaches. An exam sat by 22 lakh students was leaked, and some of them killed themselves. India's government waited, then delegitimised, then used force, then blamed Pakistan. Each step has failed.

Security forces launch Mastung operation, 15 terrorists killed

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Security forces launched Operation Al Azm in Mastung's Tehsil Khad Kucha, killing 15 terrorists and wounding 12, according to security sources. Eight suspects were detained, one hideout destroyed and a large cache of weapons seized. No casualties were reported among security forces.

Pakistan backs Saudi Arabia after Houthi attacks on Red Sea oil tankers

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi oil tankers and reaffirmed Pakistan's full support for the Kingdom during a call with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Both leaders pledged closer cooperation to protect regional stability and vital maritime trade routes.

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