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June 8, 2026
Attia Naveed
Latest, World

Iran Signals New Transit Fees for Ships Using Strait of Hormuz

The issue of Strait of Hormuz transit fees has moved into the spotlight after Iran indicated that vessels using the strategic waterway could face new charges under a future...

June 8, 2026
Attia Naveed
Latest, World

Israel Strikes Iranian Petrochemical Plant as Regional Tensions Rise

The latest Israel-Iran tensions escalated on Monday after Israel confirmed strikes on an Iranian petrochemical facility and other military targets. The attacks came despite reports that U.S. President Donald...

June 8, 2026
Attia Naveed
Latest, Pakistan

Punjab Requests Army and Rangers Support for Muharram Security

The Punjab government has sought the deployment of Pakistan Army and Rangers personnel to strengthen Muharram security in Punjab ahead of the upcoming religious observances. The request reflects heightened...

June 8, 2026
Attia Naveed
Latest, Pakistan

Karachi Heatwave Intensifies as Temperature Expected to Reach 42°C

The Karachi heatwave is expected to intensify this week as the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) warned that temperatures in the city could climb between 39°C and 42°C from June...

June 8, 2026
Attia Naveed
Latest, World

Israel-Iran Strikes Raise Fears of Wider Regional War

The Israel-Iran conflict intensified on Monday as both countries exchanged retaliatory strikes, increasing concerns about a broader Middle East war. Fresh missile attacks and military operations shattered hopes that...

June 8, 2026
Zain Ul Abideen
Latest, World

Iraq and Syria Close Airspace as Iran-Israel Tensions Escalate

Rising tensions between Iran and Israel have prompted Iraq and Syria to close their airspace, leading to widespread disruptions in regional air traffic. The move comes after recent military...

June 8, 2026
Zain Ul Abideen
Gilgit Baltistan Election, Latest

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Congratulates PPP and Winning Candidates on Gilgit-Baltistan Election

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has congratulated the people of Gilgit-Baltistan on the successful conduct of peaceful, transparent, and politically vibrant elections. He described the electoral process as a positive...

June 8, 2026
Zain Ul Abideen
Latest, Sports

Shaheen Afridi Unlikely to Be Considered for Pakistan Test Team Selection

Pakistan ODI captain Shaheen Shah Afridi is reportedly set to remain out of Pakistan’s Test cricket plans after being excluded from the national red-ball training camp. The decision reflects...

June 8, 2026
Zain Ul Abideen
Latest, World

Iran Announces ‘Operation Nasr’ Against Israel

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced the launch of a military campaign against Israel, naming it “Operation Nasr.” Iranian officials stated that the operation was initiated in...

June 8, 2026
Zain Ul Abideen
Budget 2026-2027, Latest

Pakistan Awaits IMF Approval for Tax Relief and Revenue Measures in Budget 2026-27

Islamabad: The federal government is awaiting approval from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on a series of proposed tax measures and relief initiatives before finalizing the Budget 2026-27. Discussions...