Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban have reportedly agreed to resume their stalled peace talks in Istanbul following a request from the host countries, according to diplomatic sources on Thursday. The Pakistani delegation, which was preparing to return home, will now remain in Istanbul for renewed discussions aimed at giving peace another chance through sustained diplomatic engagement. The dialogue is expected to focus on Pakistan’s core security demand that Afghanistan take verifiable and effective action against terrorist groups operating from its soil. Islamabad has repeatedly urged the Afghan authorities to ensure that Afghan territory is not used for terrorism against Pakistan.…
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Saif Ullah is a Pakistani journalist and political commentator known for his bold, pro-Pakistan perspective on national and regional affairs. His work focuses on defense, governance, and accountability, reflecting a strong commitment to Pakistan’s integrity and sovereignty.
Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam has retained his fourth position in the latest ICC ODI rankings, as announced by the International Cricket Council (ICC). According to the updated list, India’s Rohit Sharma has overtaken teammate Shubman Gill to claim the top position, while Afghanistan’s Ibrahim Zadran remains in second place. Gill, after a two-place drop, now holds the third position. Among other Pakistani players, Mohammad Rizwan has climbed one spot to 24th, while Fakhar Zaman remains steady at 27th. In the bowlers’ category, there have been no changes in the top three positions. Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan continues to lead, followed…
Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori has issued the Sindh Agricultural Income Tax (Amendment) Ordinance 2025, providing significant relief to farmers across the province on agricultural income taxation. Under the new ordinance, farmers will receive substantial tax concessions aimed at supporting the agricultural sector and easing their financial burden. The amendment also sets November 15, 2025, as the final date for submitting agricultural income tax payments. Governor Tessori expressed optimism that this initiative will promote agricultural growth in Sindh and offer real financial support to the farming community. He noted that the move aligns with the provincial government’s broader agenda to…
Pakistan Railways has decided to outsource several passenger trains under a new operational framework aimed at improving efficiency and revenue generation. According to an official advertisement released by the department, 11 trains will be offered through an open auction instead of the previous bidding system. The trains to be outsourced include Hazara Express, Bahauddin Zakariya Express, Millat Express, Badar Express, Ghouri Express, Rawal Express, Thal Express, Mohenjo Daro Passenger, Fareed Express, Mianwali Express, and Faiz Ahmad Faiz Passenger Train. Railway authorities announced that the open auction will take place on November 20, allowing private operators to participate in a transparent…
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif issued a blunt warning to the Afghan Taliban, saying Pakistan will not tolerate cross-border militancy and that Islamabad is ready to respond decisively to any threat from Afghan soil. Pakistan Will Not Tolerate Cross-Border Militancy, Asif wrote in a strongly worded tweet, adding that Pakistan accepted an offer to mediate peace talks at the request of “brotherly countries” and in the interest of regional stability, but recent “toxic” statements by some Afghan officials show growing divisions and duplicity within Taliban ranks. Asif stressed that Pakistan’s preference remains diplomatic engagement, yet he left no doubt about Islamabad’s…
The Punjab Mines and Minerals Bill 2025 was presented in the Punjab Assembly on Tuesday, setting out a new and comprehensive legal framework to regulate the province’s mining industry and eliminate illegal extraction activities. The Punjab Mines and Minerals Bill 2025 aims to ensure transparency, sustainable development, and stronger enforcement across the mining sector. According to the proposed legislation, a Licensing Authority will be established to oversee the issuance, suspension, and termination of mining licenses in Punjab. The bill also proposes the formation of a dedicated Mining and Minerals Force tasked with preventing illegal mining operations across the province. Headed…
US President Donald Trump has once again praised Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir, calling them “great people” who helped end the brief Pakistan-India conflict earlier this year. During his address at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Gyeongju, South Korea, Trump repeated his admiration for both leaders, describing Field Marshal Asim Munir as a “great fighter” and crediting him alongside PM Shehbaz Sharif for restoring peace in South Asia. Trump Praises Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir for Ending Pakistan-India Conflict during his remarks at the luncheon, saying…
The Pakistan’s Ministry of Information exposes Indian propaganda on Gaza troop deployment, rejecting false claims circulated by Indian media that Pakistan had agreed to send troops to Gaza and recognise Israel. The ministry clarified that the reports were entirely fabricated, with no basis in reality, and were part of India’s ongoing misinformation campaign against Pakistan. According to the ministry, the Indian outlet First Post published a baseless story alleging that Pakistan’s military leadership had signed an agreement with the CIA and Mossad to send 20,000 Pakistani soldiers to Gaza. Information Minister Attaullah Tarar categorically denied the report, stating that Pakistan…
The Pakistani Rupee hits six-month high against Dollar as the local currency continued to gain strength in both the interbank and open markets. The improvement came amid rising optimism over Pakistan’s economic stability, expectations of the IMF Executive Board’s approval for a $1.2 billion tranche in December, and the agreement with the UAE to boost bilateral trade to $20 billion. The decline in global crude oil prices has also supported the rupee’s upward momentum. In the interbank market, the US dollar fell below Rs281, marking its lowest level in six months, while in the open market, the dollar slipped to…
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi was once again denied permission to meet the incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan at Adiala Jail, intensifying rifts within the party’s leadership as the formation of the provincial cabinet remains stalled. Accompanied by PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Khan and Secretary General Salman Akram Raja, Afridi arrived at Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi on Tuesday. However, he was turned back without being granted access to the former prime minister. In contrast, Khan’s sister Uzma Khan was permitted to meet him. Speaking to reporters outside the facility, Afridi lamented that he was being “denied consultation”…
