ISLAMABAD: The opposition Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party on Friday lambasted Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for attending the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace, renewing its objections to Islamabad’s decision to join the body without broader consultations, while a senior figure from coalition partner called for parliamentary scrutiny of a recent US deal on a landmark New York hotel.
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IMF sees economic stability in Pakistan before key review talks
KARACHI: Pakistan’s efforts to overhaul its economy under a $7 billion bailout from the International Monetary Fund have delivered tangible gains, stabilising growth and restoring investor confidence after years of turmoil, a senior IMF official said.
Security forces kill four militants in northwest operation amid rising attacks
ISLAMABAD: The security forces killed four militants linked to an Indian-backed group in an overnight operation in the northwestern district of Lakki Marwat, the military said on Thursday, amid a surge in attacks in the restive Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
Pakistan signs deal with US to revamp NYC’s Roosevelt Hotel
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the US have inked a memorandum of understanding to jointly pursue the redevelopment of New York’s historic Roosevelt Hotel, a move that could unlock significant value from one of Islamabad’s most prized overseas assets while bolstering bilateral economic relations.
Trump praises Sharif, credits self with halting India-Pakistan clash at peace board launch
ISLAMABAD: US President Donald Trump praised Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the country’s top military leader during the inaugural meeting of his newly formed Board of Peace in Washington on Thursday, crediting himself with averting a full-scale war between Pakistan and India last year.
Pakistan issues strong demarche to Afghanistan over deadly Bajaur attack, warns of strikes
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan summoned Afghanistan’s deputy head of mission and issued a strong demarche over a deadly terrorist attack in the northwestern Bajaur district that killed 11 soldiers, accusing the Taliban government in Kabul of failing to curb militants operating from its soil, the foreign ministry said on Thursday.
Pakistan hockey chief quits over funding row after players wash dishes on Australia tour
LAHORE: Pakistan’s hockey federation president resigned on Thursday, blaming mismanagement by the state sports board for a funding crisis that marred the national team’s participation in an elite international league and forced players to wash dishes during a tour of Australia.
PTI says government silence deepens concern over Imran Khan’s health
ISLAMABAD: The opposition Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party on Thursday renewed demands for transparency over the health of its jailed founder Imran Khan, accusing the government of fostering public unease through its silence on the former prime minister’s deteriorating eyesight.
At least 16 killed in Karachi building collapse after gas explosion
KARACHI: At least 16 people, including eight children, were killed and 14 others injured when a gas explosion caused part of a residential building to collapse in Pakistan’s southern port city of Karachi early on Thursday, officials said.
Farhan’s unbeaten hundred powers Pakistan into Super Eights with rout of Namibia
COLOMBO: Pakistan sealed their place in the Super Eights of the T20 World Cup with a commanding 102-run victory over Namibia in Colombo, Sahibzada Farhan’s unbeaten century ensuring they bounced back from defeat to India and avoided the threat of early elimination.