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Pakistan concedes vulnerability to global shocks, lacks "strategic oil reserves like India" to buffer soaring fuel prices

Islamabad, May 1 -- Pakistan has conceded its severe vulnerability to the current global oil shock, admitting that the nation lacks "strategic oil reserves like India", which have enabled New Delhi to... Read More


Small-cap stocks shine bright in April recovery rally, beat large and mid-caps - Check top winners

New Delhi, May 1 -- Small-cap stocks, a favourite segment among retail investors, showed remarkable resilience in April, outperforming their large- and mid-cap peers by a wide margin amid improving ma... Read More


Planned EU-Taliban talks on return of Afghan nationals spark backlash

France, May 1 -- The Belga news agency on 23 April reported a potential visit to Brussels by Taliban officials. It quoted "European officials" as saying "a mission in Brussels is expected before the ... Read More


Iran sends proposals via Pakistan mediationPublished on: May 1, 2026 7:00 PM

Pakistan, May 1 -- Iran has reportedly sent new proposals for negotiations through Pakistani mediators, according to Iranian media. The development highlights Pakistan's emerging role in facilitating ... Read More


Israel says it hit 40 Hezbollah sites in south Lebanon

Afghanistan, May 1 -- Israel said it struck 40 Hezbollah sites in Lebanon, as tensions persist despite ceasefire and concerns grow over regional security and civilians. Israel's military said it carr... Read More


Wall Street surges on strong earnings, Apple jumps over 4%, Estee Lauder soars 4.2%

New Delhi, May 1 -- Major US stock indices climbed on Friday, fueled by robust corporate earnings and declining crude oil prices, despite the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz. At 09:54 a.m. ET... Read More


Trump signals possible Iran escalation as tensions ripple across Middle East

Hyderabad, May 1 -- On Friday, May 1, as the conflict entered its third month - more than three weeks after a ceasefire took effect - US President Donald Trump signalled that Washington could consider... Read More


King Charles ends US visit, heads to BermudaPublished on: May 1, 2026 6:45 PM

Pakistan, May 1 -- King Charles concluded his four-day state visit to the United States with a brief farewell meeting at the White House. The trip aimed to strengthen transatlantic relations and mark ... Read More


Tiong says Malaysia's tourist arrivals continue to grow despite Middle East conflict

Kuala Lampur, May 1 -- KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 - Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said tourist arrivals in Malaysia continue to grow despite the Middle East conflict. Tiong s... Read More


UN expert urges release of detained journalists in Afghanistan

Afghanistan, May 1 -- A UN expert urged release of detained journalists in Afghanistan, warning press freedom has sharply declined under growing restrictions, threats and censorship. Richard Bennett ... Read More