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US imposes 50pc tariffs on some Canadian goods talks failedPublished on: August 22, 2026 11:56 AM

Pakistan, Aug. 22 -- The United States has imposed 50pc tariffs on some Canadian goods after trade talks failed. The new duties took effect shortly after midnight on Saturday. They cover about $20 bil... Read More


South Korea preparing to send its first trial container ship through Arctic routePublished on: August 22, 2026 11:51 AM

Pakistan, Aug. 22 -- South Korea is preparing to send its first trial container ship through the Arctic route. The voyage will test whether the northern sea route can support commercial shipping. The ... Read More


Dar meets Malaysian interior minister to boost tiesPublished on: August 21, 2026 11:34 PM

Pakistan, Aug. 22 -- Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met Malaysian Interior Minister Saifuddin Nasruddin Ismail in Islamabad on Friday. The meeting took place at Pakistan's Minist... Read More


FIFA punishes players after World Cup final clashPublished on: August 21, 2026 11:21 PM

Pakistan, Aug. 21 -- FIFA has punished Argentine and Spanish players after a violent clash following the 2026 World Cup final. The governing body announced bans and fines on August 21. The incident oc... Read More


Ilja Dragunov leaves WWE after unexpected career turnPublished on: August 21, 2026 11:11 AM

Pakistan, Aug. 21 -- Ilja Dragunov has left WWE after his contract expired, ending a surprising chapter in his wrestling career. The 32-year-old wrestler returned to action in October 2025 after missi... Read More


Eight Muslim states strongly condemn Israel's settlement planPublished on: August 21, 2026 10:51 PM

Pakistan, Aug. 21 -- Pakistan and seven other Muslim countries have strongly condemned Israel's settlement policies in the occupied Palestinian territories. The countries also rejected the E-1 settlem... Read More


Investors show strong interest in Gepco privatisationPublished on: August 21, 2026 10:34 PM

Pakistan, Aug. 21 -- Pakistan's Privatisation Commission has received 11 Expressions of Interest for Gepco proposed privatisation. The interested groups seek between 51 and 100 per cent ownership. The... Read More


US warns Iran of tougher sanctions as China urges diplomacyPublished on: August 21, 2026 10:34 AM

Pakistan, Aug. 21 -- The United States (US) has threatened Iran with tougher sanctions and continued economic pressure. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington would impose the toughest sanct... Read More


At least four labourers died in a blast in Mastung district: PolicePublished on: August 21, 2026 10:30 PM

Pakistan, Aug. 21 -- At least four labourers died in a blast in Mastung district, Balochistan, police said on Friday. Three other people also suffered injuries in the explosion. The incident happened ... Read More


Harvard agrees to $53m settlement over body parts theftPublished on: August 21, 2026 10:19 PM

Pakistan, Aug. 21 -- Harvard University has agreed to pay $53 million to settle lawsuits over stolen donated human remains. The settlement involves 47 families. Their loved ones had donated their bodi... Read More