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Decoding Makkah Alliance: Reorienting defence alliances
- By News desk
- October 3, 2026
Amna Tauhidi, From Riyadh THE drastic shifts in the security architecture of the Middle East, particularly the outbreak of Israel-Iran-US war, October 7, and diminishing…

Houthis crossing red lines
- By News desk
- October 3, 2026
THE very use of Houthis against Saudi Arabia raises several questions about intents and designs of their backers but the proxy group has crossed all…

Day of older persons
- By News desk
- October 3, 2026
THERE were mixed feelings among senior citizens of Pakistan as the world observed the 36th International Day of Older Persons on October 01 October 1,…

Policy continuity essential for Pakistan’s progress: Azma
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- October 3, 2026
Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari has stressed the need for continuity of policies to ensure Pakistan’s progress and development. In a statement, she said…

CM: Afghan soil is being used for terrorism against Pakistan
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- October 3, 2026
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has said that our neighbouring country Afghanistan’s soil is being used for terrorism against Pakistan. Addressing a delegation…

Gilani urges stronger Pakistan, Australia parliamentary coop
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- October 3, 2026
Senate Chairman Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has called for deeper Pakistan-Australia cooperation through expanded parliamentary exchanges, trade and investment, education, defence cooperation and people-to-people contacts.…

More than 6 nations keen on joining Makkah defence pact: Dar
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- October 3, 2026
Says emergency meeting under Makkah pact to be held next week; We are ‘bound’ to defend Saudi Arabia, notes UN Charter allows such alliances to…

Punjab launches Rs5b interest-free scheme for value-added pink salt products
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- October 2, 2026
Chief Minister of Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Thursday launched the province’s first Pink Salt Value Addition Financing Scheme and distributed cheques among 10 businesspersons…

Ebhraheen Faisal Malik begin life’s new journey
- By News desk
- October 2, 2026
Senate Chairman, Governor and business, diplomat fraternity gathered at Malik family wedding Prominent political leaders, senior government officials, diplomats, business executives, media representatives and distinguished…

The Decline of Public Libraries: A Loss for Pakistani Students
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- October 2, 2026
Ali Arif Piracha In an age dominated by smartphones, social media, and instant access to information, public libraries are often treated as outdated institutions. In…







