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Gulf fears Iran US talks may strengthen Hormuz leveragePublished on: April 21, 2026 5:12 PM

Pakistan, April 21 -- Gulf states are increasingly concerned that ongoing diplomacy between the United States and Iran may end up reinforcing Tehran's strategic control over the Strait of Hormuz rathe... Read More


Gold slips by Rs1,000 per tola in PakistanPublished on: April 21, 2026 5:01 PM

Pakistan, April 21 -- Gold prices in Pakistan fell on Tuesday in line with a decline in the international market. The per tola price dropped by Rs1,000, reflecting weaker global demand trends. The dec... Read More


Pakistan plans new Eurobond issue amid rising investor confidencePublished on: April 21, 2026 5:00 PM

Pakistan, April 21 -- Pakistan is preparing to issue additional Eurobonds worth $250 million as the government continues expanding its presence in international financial markets. Officials say the mo... Read More


Pro government rallies held in Iran as tensions risePublished on: April 21, 2026 5:00 PM

Pakistan, April 21 -- Large-scale rallies in support of the government have been reported across Iran as the deadline of the current ceasefire approaches, according to Iranian media reports. Demonstra... Read More


US optimistic on Iran talks as ceasefire deadline approachesPublished on: April 21, 2026 4:49 PM

Pakistan, April 21 -- The United States has expressed cautious optimism that renewed negotiations with Iran could take place soon in Pakistan, although uncertainty remains as the current ceasefire per... Read More


Israel continues strikes in southern Lebanon despite ceasefirePublished on: April 21, 2026 4:45 PM

Pakistan, April 21 -- Despite a declared ceasefire, Israel military operations have reportedly continued in southern Lebanon, where several residential homes and buildings have been destroyed using ex... Read More


Pakistani tech firm expands satellite internet services across AfricaPublished on: April 21, 2026 4:41 PM

Pakistan, April 21 -- Pakistan's technology sector has achieved a significant milestone as a local company successfully launched a satellite connectivity project in Africa. The initiative highlights t... Read More


Shipping companies warned over fake Strait of Hormuz scam messagesPublished on: April 21, 2026 4:30 PM

Pakistan, April 21 -- A Greek maritime security company has issued a warning about fraudulent messages being sent to shipping companies in the name of safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The co... Read More


China backs Pakistan diplomatic mediation effortsPublished on: April 21, 2026 4:27 PM

Pakistan, April 21 -- China on Tuesday backed Pakistan's diplomatic efforts to facilitate engagement between the United States and Iran. The support highlights growing regional cooperation to sustain ... Read More


Pakistan budget plan promises relief for salaried classPublished on: April 21, 2026 4:24 PM

Pakistan, April 21 -- Pakistan is preparing to present its federal budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year in the first week of June, as key economic decisions gradually take shape. The government plans to... Read More