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Punjab Chief Minister to open Rawalpindi Ring Road on 28 October

The Rs50.4 billion infrastructure project aims to ease traffic flow by connecting the motorway route to the city via a 38.3-kilometre main route.

Pakistan and European Union agree to strengthen counterterrorism cooperation

The 10th round of bilateral talks focused on addressing militant presence in Afghanistan and countering the exploitation of cyberspace by terror groups.

Brent crude hits $112 a barrel as Middle East tensions escalate

Global markets tumbled as regional instability and drone strikes on oil infrastructure drove energy prices to a five-month peak.

Storm Adam floods kill at least seven people across France and Spain

The storm also killed three people in eastern Spain, where the government approved a 23.5 million euro aid package for reconstruction.

Meezan Bank records Rs 73.94 billion profit for nine months

The Islamic bank saw a 7 percent rise in annual profit growth as deposits surged to Rs 3.93 trillion during the first three quarters of 2026.

Pakistan government orders civil servants to disclose foreign citizenship and travel documents

Officials face disciplinary action for misconduct if they fail to declare foreign ties or provide false information within the 90-day deadline.

Nayib Bukele launches military operation to rescue missing air force personnel in Haiti

The mission follows an ambush on a UN-approved gang suppression unit as criminal groups maintain control over 85% of the Haitian capital.

President Asif Ali Zardari to visit Germany to boost trade cooperation

The trip marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties and aims to connect Pakistani businesses with European markets.

Opposition leader proposes parliament venue for meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif

The proposal follows a dispute over meeting locations as the government seeks to discuss counterterrorism with political stakeholders.

Lahore High Court summons officials over continued detention of three sisters

The court's intervention follows a petition alleging that the sisters were held illegally after their 30-day detention period expired.

World Bank acknowledges Pakistan's macroeconomic stability and fiscal discipline progress

The report suggests that accelerated structural reforms could help the nation achieve annual growth rates of up to 6.9 percent.

China records 29.9 billion yuan in natural disaster losses in 2026

While financial losses fell slightly from last year, the number of fatalities and missing persons rose significantly due to extreme weather events.

Pakistan could triple national incomes by 2050 through structural reforms

Upgrading policies and institutions could support annual growth of 6.2 to 6.9 percent, potentially reaching Vietnam’s current income level by 2050.

Australian police investigate Married at First Sight over inappropriate content sharing

The probe follows a formal complaint by a male cast member and allegations that producers shared private information with a participant.

Pakistan proposes Auto Policy 2026-31 to lower vehicle prices and taxes

The plan also includes cutting tariffs on localized parts to 15% by 2031 to protect local manufacturers from lost revenue on imports.

Pakistan warns against extra-territorial assassinations under counterterrorism pretext

Muhammad Jawad Ajmal urged the UN to distinguish between terrorism and legitimate resistance against foreign occupation in Kashmir and Palestine.

Muhammad Ali proposes TRUST framework to drive Pakistan's economic growth

The plan advocates for private sector management of energy and a broader tax base to prevent future economic crises.

Indonesia’s JAFF Market to host third Producers Exchange in November

Selected producers will receive four nights of lodging in Yogyakarta to help create films that reach audiences across Australia and Indonesia.

Pakistan delays $2 billion liquefied natural gas import decision

The delay affects a proposal for 22 cargoes to meet winter demand, which is projected to nearly double to 1,600 million cubic feet per day.

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 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.

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