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Donald Trump delays signing new sanctions and tariffs against Russia

The president argues that immediate punitive measures could jeopardize ongoing efforts to broker a peace deal in Ukraine.

Kleber Mendonça Filho to patron 9th Atlas Workshops for African cinema

The professional platform will select 30 projects from hundreds of submissions to support the development of Moroccan, Arab and African film industries.

Pakistan revises fiscal year 2025-26 economic growth down to 3.65 percent

The downward revision follows a sharp slowdown in the final quarter of the fiscal year, where growth dropped to 2 percent.

Babar Azam surpasses 16,000 international cricket runs milestone

The Pakistani batter joins an elite group of high-scoring legends as he continues his prolific run in the opening ODI tri-series against Sri Lanka.

CDA orders recovery of 898 kanals of land in Islamabad

The move follows a National Accountability Bureau complaint regarding illegal encroachment on a site originally designated for a landfill.

Pakistan electricity generation rises 5 percent in September 2026

The average fuel cost of power generation climbed 32 percent to Rs. 9.4 per unit in September 2026.

National Bank of Pakistan updates exchange rates for major global currencies

The Treasury Management Division released new buying and selling prices for the US Dollar, Euro, and several other international currencies.

US issues security alert for Americans in Middle East amid Houthi attacks

The alert warns of potential flight cancellations and travel disruptions as Egypt prepares to provide military support to Saudi Arabia.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to visit Tehran on Monday

PTA fines cellular company Rs77.8 million over fraudulent SIM card activity

The fine follows a scheme where a branch service officer accessed 30 accounts and shared customer details with a friend under pressure.

Arsenal climb to second place after beating Nottingham Forest 1-0

The Gunners remain three points behind league leaders Manchester City despite a heavy financial irregularity verdict against the champions.

Drake equation approaches 65th anniversary as scientists reflect on SETI origins

Drake originally sketched the formula to spark discussion at the first scientific conference on the search for extraterrestrial intelligence.

Brazilian bricklayer travels 2,000 km to meet AI-generated woman

The man sold his belongings to reach the location, only to discover the persona was a digital fabrication with 300,000 followers.

Paradise Lost sells to 118 countries ahead of US premiere

The film follows a mother searching for her son who disappeared nine years prior and has already secured sold-out screenings in major festivals.

Islamabad Traffic Police to launch online driving licence services 19 October

The digital shift aims to eliminate physical visits to police offices by delivering renewed and duplicate licences directly to residents' homes.

Pakistan Establishment Division mandates degree verification and financial surety for returning officers

The new rules aim to ensure civil servants repay state costs and maintain active service after completing foreign scholarships or local studies.

Pakistan cricket board employee dies from electric shock before tri-series

The death occurred while the national team prepares for an ODI tri-series against Sri Lanka and England starting in Rawalpindi.

Pakistan reports $18 billion trade data discrepancy to IMF

The gap emerged from inconsistent reporting systems between 2020 and 2025, prompting a government investigation into bilateral trade figures.

World Food Programme to cut Gaza aid as funding falls short

The cuts will reduce daily hot meals from 250,000 to 150,000 and leave families near the Yellow Line with food every other day instead of daily.

Resident Evil leads mainland China box office during weekend frame

The film topped the weekend charts as the total box office for the period reached $26.7 million, trailing the same period in 2025 by 29.2 percent.

Theft of cables and equipment leaves 33 Karachi traffic signals dysfunctional

The city has 94 total signals, and more than Rs10 million in contractor payments remain outstanding despite a Rs100 million government release.

Funding shortage delays restoration of Lahore's Walled City

The Walled City of Lahore Authority is requesting billions of rupees to complete infrastructure projects and underground parking plazas.

Lahore Zoo launches animal adoption scheme to raise funds and awareness

Adopters can choose terms from one month to one year and receive certificates while zoo staff remain responsible for all animal care.

Supreme Court allows convict to file petition without surrendering to police

The ruling clarifies that convicts may approach the court directly for appeals if they surrender to the bench rather than to jail authorities.