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Pakistan, WB, IsDB pledge deeper cooperation for power sector reformsPublished on: January 20, 2026 10:07 AM

Pakistan, Jan. 20 -- Federal Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari on Monday held meetings with senior delegations of the World Bank and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) to discuss str... Read More


Rupee gains three paisa against dollarPublished on: January 20, 2026 10:06 AM

Pakistan, Jan. 20 -- The Rupee on Monday appreciated by 3 paisa against the US Dollar in interbank trading and closed at Rs 279.92 compared to the previous day's closing at Rs 279.95. According to the... Read More


Lavrov: Greenland not Denmark's natural territoryPublished on: January 20, 2026 10:00 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 20 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Greenland is not a natural part of Denmark, amid growing U.S. interest. He emphasized that Russia has no plans to claim the island. U.S... Read More


Iran to restore internet 'gradually' after blackoutPublished on: January 20, 2026 9:59 AM

TEHRAN, Jan. 20 -- Iran will begin restoring internet access this week following an 11-day nationwide shutdown imposed during deadly anti-government protests, a senior official announced on Monday, as... Read More


US invites global powers to join Gaza 'Board of Peace'Published on: January 20, 2026 9:55 AM

MOSCOW, Jan. 20 -- The United States has extended invitations to Russia, Israel and Poland to join a proposed "Board of Peace", an international body that aims to resolve conflicts and oversee post-wa... Read More


PSL 11 to adopt auction model for first time to boost player earningsPublished on: January 20, 2026 9:54 AM

Pakistan, Jan. 20 -- In a landmark shift after a decade, the Pakistan Super League (PSL) has announced it will adopt a player auction model for its eleventh edition, replacing the traditional draft sy... Read More


Chris Taylor debuts in Pakistan's President's TrophyPublished on: January 20, 2026 9:53 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 20 -- West Indies umpire Christopher Mark Taylor will officiate three matches of the President's Trophy Grade-I 2025-26. His participation comes through the ICC's Umpire Exchange Progra... Read More


Why the US pulled back from planned Iran strikes?Published on: January 20, 2026 9:52 AM

WASHINGTON, Jan. 20 -- The United States came close to launching military strikes against Iran amid escalating unrest, but ultimately stepped back due to operational constraints, diplomatic signals an... Read More


Pakistan beat Scotland to register maiden win in U19 World Cup 2026Published on: January 20, 2026 9:52 AM

Pakistan, Jan. 20 -- Pakistan have registered their first win in the ongoing ICC Men's U19 World Cup 2026 after defeating Scotland by six wickets on Monday at Takashinga Sports Club, Highfield. Chasi... Read More


Trump threatens Macron with wine tariffsPublished on: January 20, 2026 9:51 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 20 -- U.S. President Donald Trump posted a private message from French President Emmanuel Macron and threatened 200% tariffs on French wine and champagne. Trump criticized Macron for op... Read More