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US seeks to extend Iran blockade beyond the seaPublished on: November 8, 2026 5:17 AM

Pakistan, Nov. 8 -- After a months-long naval blockade on Iran, the US military is setting up a task force to bolster Washington's efforts to restrict Tehran's movement of advanced weapons systems and... Read More


Power tariff up by Rs 2.37 per unit despite IMF nod for consumer subsidyPublished on: November 8, 2026 5:12 AM

Pakistan, Nov. 8 -- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has agreed to extend electricity subsidies for protected consumers using up to 200 units per month for another six months, sources said on Sat... Read More


PM Shehbaz clears policy to drive auto localisation, cut pricesPublished on: November 8, 2026 5:11 AM

Pakistan, Nov. 8 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved the final draft of Pakistan's Automotive Industry Policy, paving the way for its submission to the Federal Cabinet for consideration and ... Read More


Saudi Arabia briefly issues threat alerts for two citiesPublished on: November 8, 2026 5:05 AM

Pakistan, Nov. 8 -- Brief alerts were issued in Saudi Arabia's southwestern cities of Jizan and Najran to warn of a "potential danger," the Saudi Civil Defence announced on Saturday. "The danger has ... Read More


Trump makes hardliner Miller his chief of staff after midterm routPublished on: November 8, 2026 5:05 AM

Pakistan, Nov. 8 -- US President Donald Trump named longtime aide Stephen Miller as his chief of staff, giving the architect of some of his toughest domestic policies one of the most powerful jobs in ... Read More


Sindh CM declares Thar calamity-hit district, orders emergency measuresPublished on: November 8, 2026 5:02 AM

Pakistan, Nov. 8 -- Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has decided to declare Tharparkar a drought-affected district following a comprehensive review of the prevailing drought situation and seve... Read More


After midterm defeat, Vance tries to build his own 2028 brandPublished on: November 8, 2026 5:01 AM

Pakistan, Nov. 8 -- Late in his blitz to salvage Republicans' midterm fortunes, Vice President JD Vance shifted strategy. He talked less about President Donald Trump and more about the issues that def... Read More


Bilawal calls on govt, Opposition to keep talks alive, draws red line on terrorismPublished on: November 8, 2026 4:56 AM

Pakistan, Nov. 8 -- Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari he urged the federal government to keep its doors open for talks with the opposition, give up its habit of picking figh... Read More


Punjab CM launches electric sweeper truckPublished on: November 8, 2026 4:54 AM

Pakistan, Nov. 8 -- Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Saturday inaugurated Pakistan's first fully electric mechanical sweeper truck for road cleaning and washing, introducing an environment... Read More


PIC seeks disclosure of travel allowances, perks and expenses of NA panelsPublished on: November 8, 2026 4:52 AM

Pakistan, Nov. 8 -- The Pakistan Information Commission (PIC) has directed the National Assembly Secretariat to provide detailed information regarding expenditures, travel allowances, perks and privil... Read More