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Location of Iran-US Memorandum Signing ChangedPublished on: June 17, 2026 2:47 AM

Pakistan, June 17 -- The location for the signing of the memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States has been changed. The ceremony, which was earlier planned to be held in Geneva, ... Read More


G7 pledges stronger air defence support and sanctions on RussiaPublished on: June 17, 2026 2:46 PM

EVIAN, June 17 -- Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) have pledged to strengthen Ukraine's air defences and intensify economic pressure on Russia, including new sanctions targeting its oil and gas sect... Read More


Five-Year-Old Boy Dies After Falling Into Open Manhole in Lahore's Sundar AreaPublished on: June 17, 2026 2:05 AM

Pakistan, June 17 -- A tragic incident occurred in Lahore's Sundar area where a five-year-old boy lost his life after falling into an open manhole outside his home. The Sundar open manhole tragedy has... Read More


Pakistani sailors held by Somali pirates appeal for urgent rescuePublished on: June 17, 2026 1:26 PM

MOGADISHU/ISLAMABAD, June 17 -- Pakistani crew members held hostage aboard a hijacked cargo vessel have issued an urgent appeal for help, as their captivity off the Somali coast enters its 57th day am... Read More


Pakistan could gain most if Iran oil exports resume: officialPublished on: June 17, 2026 1:13 PM

ISLAMABAD, June 17 -- Pakistan would be among the biggest beneficiaries if Iran is allowed to re-enter global energy markets and resume oil and gas exports, according to a senior government adviser. ... Read More


China urges stronger Global South voice at UNPublished on: June 17, 2026 12:57 PM

BEIJING, June 17 -- China has called for greater representation of developing nations at the United Nations, arguing that emerging economies and countries from the Global South remain underrepresented... Read More


Pakistan facilitates return of 30 Iranian sailors and fishermenPublished on: June 17, 2026 12:44 PM

ISLAMABAD, June 17 -- Pakistan has announced that it is facilitating the repatriation of 30 Iranian nationals, including fishermen and crew members rescued or detained in separate maritime incidents, ... Read More


FIR Registered Against Two Officials in Karachi Yellow Line BRT Corruption CasePublished on: June 17, 2026 12:41 AM

Pakistan, June 17 -- Authorities have registered a case against two former officials of the Karachi Yellow Line BRT project over alleged financial irregularities. The Karachi Yellow Line BRT corruptio... Read More


Electricity tariffs may rise by Rs0.82 per unit in PakistanPublished on: June 17, 2026 12:29 PM

ISLAMABAD, June 17 -- Electricity consumers across Pakistan may face another increase in power tariffs as the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) considers a request for a fuel cost a... Read More


Rs16 Billion Plot Scam Uncovered in Lyari Expressway Resettlement ProjectPublished on: June 17, 2026 12:26 AM

Pakistan, June 17 -- New revelations have emerged from an investigation into the Lyari Expressway Resettlement Project, where authorities have uncovered a major Lyari Expressway plot scam involving la... Read More