ISLAMABAD: The government has extended the deadline for potential buyers to express interest in acquiring Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) to June 13, the Privatisation Ministry said in a statement on Tuesday, as it presses ahead with efforts to offload the long-struggling national flag carrier.
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Pakistan slams Modi’s ‘bullet or bread’ threat, accuses Indian PM of ‘reckless provocation’
ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office on Tuesday sharply condemned Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for what it called a “reckless provocation” after the Hindu nationalist leader urged Pakistanis to eradicate terrorism or face severe consequences.
Pakistan issues urgent alert after massive global data breach exposes 184 million credentials
ISLAMABAD: A sprawling global data breach exposing 184 million unique account credentials has triggered an urgent advisory from Pakistan’s National Cyber Emergency Response Team (NCERT), pressing citizens to change their social media passwords without delay.
Punjab braces for severe weather as authorities issue urgent alert
LAHORE: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) of Punjab issued a province-wide alert on Tuesday, warning of severe weather expected to batter the region with intense windstorms, thunderstorms, and heavy rainfall from May 27 to May 31.
Bilal Bin Saqib named blockchain adviser to PM Shehbaz
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has tapped Bilal Bin Saqib, the chief executive officer of the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC), as his special assistant on blockchain and cryptocurrency, granting him the status of a minister of state.
Qalandars steal PSL glory in jaw-dropping final-over thriller
LAHORE: Lahore Qalandars secured their third Pakistan Super League (PSL) title in four seasons, edging Quetta Gladiators by six wickets in a heart-stopping final on Sunday, chasing 202 with a ball to spare.
FM Aurangzeb promises bold budget reforms
ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said on Monday the government has planned a “strategic” budget for fiscal year 2025-2026, promising bold steps to reshape an economy battered by import reliance and fiscal instability.
Sharif extends olive branch to India over Kashmir, water disputes
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday expressed readiness to engage in talks with India to resolve longstanding disputes, including the contentious Kashmir issue and water security concerns, during a diplomatic visit to Iran amid tensions with its nuclear-armed neighbour.
PTI plans nationwide movement to protest Imran Khan’s imprisonment
ISLAMABAD: The opposition Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party planned to launch a nationwide movement to press for the release of its founder, former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who has been imprisoned for over two years.
Sharif, Erdogan reaffirm ties, discuss India clash in Ankara talks
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Sunday, reaffirming their nations’ close ties and tackling regional security concerns, including a recent military flare-up with India that nearly escalated into full-blown conflict.