Peshawar Zalmi Beat Islamabad United to Reach PSL 11 Final
Peshawar Zalmi are through to the final, and they did it dominantly. The team defeated Islamabad United convincingly in the PSL 11 qualifier, securing a spot in the final after a strong all-round performance. The win marks Zalmi’s return to the final stage
Putin Backs Iran, Praises ‘Resistance’ to US in Talks with Araghchi
President Vladimir Putin has praised the Iranian people for their resistance to US pressure, calling their stance “courageous” during a meeting with Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. The remarks came as diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran remain stalled, adding another layer
SBP Raises Policy Rate by 100bps to 11.5% Amid Rising Inflation Risks
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has raised the policy rate by 100 basis points to 11.5%, marking the first increase in nearly three years and signaling a move back toward tighter monetary policy. The decision was announced after the Monetary Policy Committee
Twin Cities Reopen After 12-Day Lockdown, Normal Life Gradually Returns
After nearly two weeks of disruption, things are finally starting to move again. Islamabad and Rawalpindi have partially reopened following a 12-day lockdown, with major roads and public routes now accessible to residents. The restrictions were initially imposed due to heightened security arrangements
TECNO CAMON 50 Series Wins Red Dot & MUSE Design Awards 2026 for Innovative Smartphone Design
The TECNO CAMON 50 Series has received global recognition for its design excellence, securing top honours at two internationally respected design competitions in 2026. These achievements reflect TECNO’s continued focus on blending refined aesthetics with intelligent functionality, while strengthening the brand’s position in the design-led
Pakistan Returns Final $1 Billion Deposit to UAE, SBP Confirms
Pakistan has completed another major external repayment. The country has returned the final $1 billion deposit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), with the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) confirming the transaction as part of ongoing debt obligations. This marks the completion of
Apple Names New CEO as Tim Cook Steps Down After 15 Years
Apple is making its biggest leadership move in over a decade. The company has confirmed that Tim Cook will step down as CEO after 15 years, with senior executive John Ternus set to take over the role. Cook will remain part of Apple
Iran Still Non-Committal on US Talks as Trump Maintains Tough Stance
The next round of US-Iran talks remains uncertain. Iran has said it has yet to decide whether to join negotiations with the United States in Islamabad, even as Washington continues to push for another round of dialogue. The lack of clarity comes at
Trump Sends Negotiators to Islamabad for Round 2 of US-Iran Talks
The US is preparing for another attempt at diplomacy. President Donald Trump has confirmed that a new delegation of US negotiators is being sent to Islamabad for a second round of talks with Iran, following the failure of earlier negotiations. The move signals
Lahore’s First Night Run for Autism Draws More Than 1,500 People to Champion Neurodiversity
[Lahore, Pakistan – 19th April, 2026] Lahore witnessed a powerful show of unity as over 1500 participants gathered at Park Avenue for the inaugural Run for Inclusion (R4I) – the city’s first-ever night run dedicated to advancing awareness for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).