Pakistan awards 23 offshore oil blocks to local and foreign firms, including Turkiye’s TPAO, in its first major exploration round in 18 years.

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif rejects claims Pakistan’s Gaza peace force would disarm Hamas, calling the spokesperson’s remarks inappropriate.

FIA drops Rs16bn corruption case against ex-FBR chief Shabbar Zaidi, citing lack of evidence; the case is classified as C-Class and discharged.

Lahore court extends remand of six NCCIA officials accused of extortion, bribery, and misuse of power in a corruption case tied to YouTuber Ducky Bhai.

Pakistan begins nationwide smart meter rollout to cut costs, improve billing accuracy, and modernize the power grid under energy reform plans.

Pakistan hopes for a positive outcome in Kabul talks, urging Afghan Taliban to act against terrorists and ensure lasting regional peace.

DG ISPR Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry warned any external aggression will be met with a strong response, briefing Abbottabad students on border tensions and counter‑terrorism.

Pakistan Stock Exchange rebounds over 3,000 points as ceasefire continuation with Afghanistan and end of futures rollover week boost investor confidence.

Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban agreed in Istanbul to extend the ceasefire, establishing a joint monitoring system for violations, with Turkiye and Qatar mediating peace efforts.

Field Marshal Asim Munir said Pakistan seeks peace with Afghanistan but will not tolerate terrorism from Afghan soil, vowing to eradicate militancy nationwide.

PM Shehbaz launched the Youth Laptop Scheme 2025, announcing 100,000 merit-based laptops and AI training in partnership with Saudi Arabia for Pakistani youth.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, following instructions from imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan, announced a new 13-member provincial cabinet comprising 10 ministers, two advisors, and one special assistant.

Pakistan seeks peace with Afghanistan but warns against cross-border terrorism, says COAS Field Marshal Asim Munir during his Peshawar visit.

Missing NCCIA deputy director Muhammad Usman found in FIA custody, accused of corruption, extortion, and abuse of power in a bribery case.

KP CM Sohail Afridi denied a fourth meeting with jailed PTI founder Imran Khan despite a court order, vows contempt action against Adiala jail.

PTI-backed Khurram Zeeshan wins KP Senate seat after Shibli Faraz’s ouster, strengthening PTI’s position amid ongoing political challenges.

Afghanistan and Pakistan restart Istanbul peace talks mediated by Turkey and Qatar to ease border clashes and reduce militant tensions.

Security forces kill top TTP commander, stop Afghan infiltration; 18 militants slain in Balochistan counterterror ops, says ISPR.

Peshawar CM Sohail Afridi calls civilian deaths in security ops war crimes, pledges law to curb collateral damage in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban, at Qatar and Türkiye’s request, agreed to extend Istanbul talks; Islamabad demands verifiable action against cross‑border militant groups.

PM Shehbaz praised Turkiye’s steadfast support for Pakistan, hailing Erdoğan’s leadership and calling Pakistan–Turkiye “two bodies, one soul” at Turkiye’s Republic Day event.

Pakistan’s forces killed 18 terrorists linked to the Indian-backed militants in group in Quetta and Kech IBOs under the Azm-e-Istehkam campaign, seizing arms and explosives.

Six Pakistan Army personnel, including Captain Noman Saleem, were martyred and seven militants killed in an IBO against terrorists in Kurram district, ISPR said.

JUI-F backs PTI nominee Mehmood Khan Achakzai for opposition leader in the National Assembly after Asad Qaiser’s team meets Maulana Fazlur Rehman.

Pakistan receives its first U.S. crude oil shipment at Cnergyico’s offshore terminal, boosting energy diversification and trade ties with Washington.

Islamabad court issues arrest warrant for ex-KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur in liquor and arms case after he repeatedly failed to appear in ongoing proceedings.

Iran offered to mediate between Pakistan and Afghanistan after Istanbul talks failed, as both sides discuss regional security, bilateral ties, and reducing tensions.

The UN’s Green Climate Fund approved $250M via ADB to help Pakistan and other countries tackle climate risks, improve water management, and support 13M people.

Talks between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban in Istanbul collapsed after Kabul refused to act against the TTP, deepening cross-border tensions and regional strain.

Pakistan’s defence minister Khawaja Asif accuses India of fuelling a proxy campaign via Kabul after talks with Taliban collapsed, warns of severe retaliation.