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Melbourne faces blistering 45degC heatwavePublished on: January 27, 2026 8:15 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 27 -- A severe heatwave swept across southeast Australia on Tuesday, raising bushfire risks and prompting mass evacuations. Melbourne could reach 45degC, its hottest day in 17 years. Hu... Read More


US warns South Korea with looming 25% tariffsPublished on: January 27, 2026 6:45 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 27 -- South Korea quickly reassured the United States after President Donald Trump threatened to raise tariffs on imports. Trump accused Seoul of delaying implementation of a major trad... Read More


Parliament clears way for super taxPublished on: January 27, 2026 6:30 PM

ISLAMABAD, Jan. 27 -- The Federal Shariat Court has upheld Section 4B of the Income Tax Ordinance, allowing Parliament to levy super tax. The decision clears objections to the case and enables the gov... Read More


Shehbaz meets Myanmar minister, vows stronger tiesPublished on: January 27, 2026 6:15 PM

ISLAMABAD, Jan. 27 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Myanmar's Foreign Minister Than Swe to strengthen bilateral relations. Both leaders agreed to enhance trade, education, and cultural cooperation... Read More


Khawaja Asif defends routine Tirah movementPublished on: January 27, 2026 6:00 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 27 -- Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said the current displacement in Tirah Valley is part of routine seasonal migration. He dismissed claims of a military operation, stressing the movem... Read More


Azerbaijan thwarts embassy attack linked to ISIS-KPublished on: January 27, 2026 5:43 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 27 -- Azerbaijani authorities have arrested three men accused of planning an attack on a foreign embassy in Baku, allegedly under the direction of Islamic State Khorasan (ISIS-K). Secur... Read More


Pakistan prepares for 3rd IMF review, $1bn tranche expectedPublished on: January 27, 2026 5:32 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 27 -- Pakistan has started preparations for the third economic review with the International Monetary Fund, aiming to secure the next $1 billion tranche and provide relief to the public... Read More


World Bank warns Pakistan: Act for faster growthPublished on: January 27, 2026 5:30 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 27 -- The World Bank has recommended key reforms to boost Pakistan's economic growth and ensure long-term stability. Its report highlights tax collection, irrigation, and energy subsidi... Read More


Punjab police push for bulletproof vehicles for ATC judgesPublished on: January 27, 2026 5:23 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 27 -- Punjab Police have submitted a formal proposal to the chief minister seeking new bulletproof vehicles for Anti-Terrorism Court judges, aiming to strengthen security for officials ... Read More


Starmer seeks China ties amid US tensionsPublished on: January 27, 2026 5:15 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 27 -- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is visiting China for the first time in eight years to mend relations. He hopes to boost trade and reduce Britain's reliance on an unpredictabl... Read More