October 13, 2026

Muneeza Khan

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Global Eyes on Islamabad: High-Level U.S. Delegation Arrives for Critical Peace Talks with Iran

ISLAMABAD — The federal capital has been turned into a high-security fortress as a top-tier U.S. delegation, including Vice President JD Vance and Jared Kushner, arrives for the second phase of peace negotiations with Iranian officials. The “Islamabad Dialogue” is being seen as the world’s last best hope to prevent a full-scale regional war. While […]

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PSX Bull Run 2026: Why the Pakistan Stock Exchange is Soaring to New All-Time Highs

KARACHI — The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continues its record-breaking streak, with the KSE-100 index soaring past the 173,000-point mark today. This massive gain of over 4,000 points in a single day reflects growing investor confidence following news of the Saudi cash inflows and the potential LNG deal with Qatar. Market analysts attribute this “bull

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Global Markets on Edge: Iran Vows Response After U.S. Navy Targets Cargo Ship in Hormuz

WASHINGTON / TEHRAN — Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have reached a new peak after a U.S. destroyer fired upon an Iranian-flagged cargo ship that reportedly tried to evade a naval blockade. Iran’s military has condemned the act as “armed piracy” and vowed a swift response, leading to a surge in global oil prices.

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Energy Relief: Pakistan and Qatar Move Closer to Major LNG Deal Amid Hormuz Tensions

ISLAMABAD / DOHA — Pakistan and Qatar are nearing a final deal to secure the country’s energy future. The agreement covers the supply of four additional LNG cargoes. This move comes as Hormuz tensions rise near a critical shipping route. The petroleum division faces urgent pressure to meet rising summer electricity demand. Amid ongoing standoffs

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Red Line BRT Project Completes Phase 1: A New Era of Commuting for Karachi

KARACHI — The long-awaited Red Line Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project has successfully completed its first phase of construction, marking a significant milestone in Karachi’s urban transport overhaul. The Sindh Government announced that the trial runs for the zero-emission bio-gas buses will begin next month, promising a faster and more affordable commute for over 300,000

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Historic Surge: Gold Prices Reach All-Time High in Pakistan Amid Global Market Volatility

KARACHI — Domestic gold prices in Pakistan have hit a record-breaking peak, crossing the PKR 300,000 per tola mark for the first time in history. The All-Pakistan Gems and Jewelers Association (APGJSA) reported a massive single-day jump, attributing the surge to a combination of rising international prices and the ongoing uncertainty in the Middle East.

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Tech Giant Google to Establish Regional Data Center in Pakistan: A $500 Million Milestone

ISLAMABAD / MOUNTAIN VIEW — In a groundbreaking move for Pakistan’s IT sector, Google has officially announced plans to establish its first large-scale regional data center in Islamabad. This $500 million investment is part of Google’s “Digital South Asia” initiative and aims to drastically reduce latency for local users while providing high-speed cloud infrastructure for

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Major Breakthrough: Trump Announces High-Level Talks Between Israel and Lebanon Leaders

WASHINGTON D.C. — President Donald Trump has announced a potential turning point in Middle Eastern geopolitics, revealing that the leaders of Israel and Lebanon are set to speak directly this Thursday. This announcement follows what sources in Islamabad describe as a “major breakthrough” during the recent round of mediated talks hosted in the Pakistani capital.

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IMF Issues Stern Advice: Islamabad Urged to Eliminate Fuel Subsidies for Fiscal Stability

WASHINGTON / ISLAMABAD — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a fresh set of recommendations in its Fiscal Monitor 2026 report, advising Pakistan to scrap its existing fuel subsidies. The Fund emphasized that the gradual elimination of these “burdensome” subsidies is critical for the country to maintain medium-term fiscal sustainability and expand its tax

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Saudi Arabia Injects $2 Billion into Pakistan’s State Bank to Stabilize PKR

ISLAMABAD — In a major development for Pakistan’s economy, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has officially confirmed the receipt of $2 billion from Saudi Arabia. This significant cash injection comes immediately following Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s high-level meeting with the Saudi leadership in Jeddah. The funds are aimed at stabilizing the national currency and

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