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Pakistan and Qatar agree to expand security partnership and regional cooperation

The ministers also discussed regional peace and stability, including Qatar's role in diplomatic efforts to ease tensions between Iran and the U.S.

UN warns world must slash emissions to avert 2.8°C warming

Current policies could lead to 2.8°C of warming this century, requiring a 69% emissions cut by 2040 and 320 billion tonnes of CO2 removed from the air.

Pakistan net foreign direct investment falls to $1.67 billion in FY26

The decline occurs as FDI has remained below 1% of gross domestic product since 2010, with the power sector attracting 52.7% of net FDI.

Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa reports 1,510 dengue cases in October

The province recorded 4,091 infections this year as health officials track 144 active cases across multiple districts.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa faces teacher pay crisis despite historical infrastructure growth

The province struggles to meet payroll obligations while security experts warn of escalating terrorism and the need for police reform.

Patakha Pictures marks five years of female filmmaker mentorship programme

The initiative has funded over 75 filmmakers whose works have won more than 22 awards and screened at over 100 festivals worldwide.

Supreme Court orders government departments to avoid unnecessary litigation in service matters

Sarfraz Bugti calls for administrative overhaul and new provinces in Balochistan

The Balochistan Chief Minister argues that the current governance model fails to manage the province's vast geography and resource distribution.

Pakistan warns space weaponisation has moved from theory to active deployment

Islamabad is urging a legally binding treaty to prevent an orbital arms race as orbital weapons were officially acknowledged last month.

Pakistan warns UN Security Council over Serbia-Kosovo tensions and hydro resource issues

Pakistan urged the EU-facilitated dialogue as the only path to peace following a period of heightened rhetoric and eroded trust in the region.

Starbucks China to require purchases for cafe seating from October 2026

The move follows a shift in the company's global strategy to prioritise paying customers over those using the space for free.

US Embassy accuses Canada of election meddling ahead of November midterms

The embassy cited meetings with Democrats and calls for retaliatory tariffs against the US as evidence of the interference.

Israeli forces detain 53 Palestinians in East Jerusalem

Detainees allege the use of American-made electroshock weapons during torture, amid a broader UN report on systemic abuse in Israeli facilities.

Hal Rogers seeks 24th term as longest-serving member of US House

The 88-year-old Kentucky representative seeks re-election as the average age of House members rises to 58.

Mashreq Bank Pakistan launches NEO BIZ digital banking service for SMEs

The platform targets a sector that contributes nearly 40% to the GDP and employs over 80% of the non-agricultural workforce.

Pakistan considers $2 billion gas import to meet winter demand

The government may prioritize residential consumers by cutting supplies to the industrial, power, and fertiliser sectors as demand nearly doubles.

Slow Horses Season 6 finale Judgement Day streams on Apple TV

The season concludes with a high-stakes pursuit involving Russian sleeper agents and a shocking poisoning that leaves a lead character collapsed.

KSE-100 index rises 0.47 percent to settle at 165,930.99

The rise followed renewed institutional buying and the prime minister's approval of a draft auto policy aimed at boosting exports to $6 billion.

Samsung Odyssey G80HF monitor launches for $599.99 at Amazon and B&H Photo

The new display offers high-speed refresh rates and 5K resolution, positioning it as a competitive alternative to premium Mini LED screens.

Google launches Gemini AI assistant for Apple CarPlay drivers

The expansion allows drivers to use conversational navigation and personal data across multiple platforms, following a year-long wait for CarPlay users.

Apple launches iPhone Duo featuring dual displays and passport-like shape

The new foldable device introduces a 7.6-inch inner screen and a nano-texture matte coating to compete with other foldable smartphones.

Poco launches X8s smartphone in Vietnam with 100W fast charging

The new device joins a growing lineup of X8 series models, offering high-end display specs and a large battery for early adopters.

General Motors to halve vehicle development times using artificial intelligence

The new compute platform will debut in the 2028 Cadillac Escalade IQ and features 40 percent fewer internal parts than current hardware.

Spotify launches native in-car app for select Audi models

The new software allows users to stream music directly from vehicle hardware without needing to tether a smartphone via Bluetooth or cables.