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Pakistan steadily reducing dependence on imported fuel, says power ministerPublished on: May 14, 2026 3:05 AM

Pakistan, May 14 -- Federal Minister for Energy (Power Division), Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari, said on Wednesday that Pakistan was steadily reducing its dependence on imported fuel for electricity... Read More


Commerce minister assures unwavering support to Chinese investorsPublished on: May 14, 2026 3:04 AM

Pakistan, May 14 -- Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan on Wednesday assured full support to Chinese investors and highlighted Pakistan's export and manufacturing potential. The Commerce Min... Read More


Pakistan warns of 'open war' on Afghanistan as five troops martyredPublished on: May 14, 2026 2:58 AM

Pakistan, May 14 -- Defence Minister Khawaja Asif warned on Wednesday there would be an "open war" if Kabul did not stop militants from launching attacks on Pakistani territory, marking one of Islamab... Read More


IMF maintains oversight of budgetary planning as more funds land in SBPPublished on: May 14, 2026 2:57 AM

Pakistan, May 14 -- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) here on Wednesday acknowledged the positive progress made by Pakistan in maintaining macroeconomic stability despite a challenging global and ... Read More


'Economy expands to $452bn; GDP grows 3.99% in Q3 FY26'Published on: May 14, 2026 2:57 AM

Pakistan, May 14 -- Pakistan's economy grew by 3.99% year-on-year in the third quarter of fiscal year 2025-26, with industry emerging as the key driver, according to data released by the National Acco... Read More


Pakistan eyes shuttle diplomacy amid ongoing Mideast tensionsPublished on: May 14, 2026 2:57 AM

Pakistan, May 14 -- Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar is all set to travel to the United States where he will attend the UNSC debate under China's presidency. His US visit ... Read More


Trump arrives in Beijing for 'superpower' summit with XiPublished on: May 14, 2026 2:57 AM

Pakistan, May 14 -- United States President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing on Wednesday for meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Beginning the first visit to China by a US president in nearly... Read More


Punjab CM announces over 5,000 houses for labourersPublished on: May 14, 2026 2:50 AM

Pakistan, May 14 -- Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif announced that more than 5,000 labourers would be provided houses within the next three years, along with three-marla plots and loans for ... Read More


PM directs steps for SMEs, women entrepreneurs' access to easy loansPublished on: May 14, 2026 2:41 AM

Pakistan, May 14 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday directed that the commercial banks take steps to ensure the access of women entrepreneurs and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to easy... Read More


LHC seeks Punjab chief secretary's reply on raids at theatres, drama hallsPublished on: May 14, 2026 2:41 AM

Pakistan, May 14 -- The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Wednesday granted the Punjab Chief Secretary time till May 14 to submit a reply in a petition challenging raids conducted by Pera force and police on... Read More