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Jason Holder smashed a four on the final ball to give West Indies a dramatic two-wicket victory over Pakistan on Saturday, lifting the hosts level in their T20 international series. On the same night he took four wickets to reach a West Indies T20I record 81 for his career — breaking Dwayne Bravo’s old mark of 78 — Holder went 16 not out and West Indies ended a horrid losing streak with zero balls to spare. Pakistan, which won Thursday’s opener by 14 runs, will try to bounce back in Sunday’s series-deciding T20 match under the lights at Lauderhill, Florida. West Indies, set 134 to win, was on the brink of a seventh consecutive T20 defeat after having been swept 5-0 last month by visiting Australia. Gudakesh Motie led West Indies with 28 runs but went down on the first ball of the 17th over, run out by Mohammed Haris with the hosts on 96 for six. Haris caught Keacy Carty for a duck three balls later but Holder swatted a six to end the 18th over, West Indies still needing 24 to win. Romario Shepherd smashed a s...

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s value-added textile sector has raised alarms over the United States’ recent imposition of a 19 per cent tariff on Pakistani exports, warning that it could neutralise any potential gains in market access. The new tariff, added on top of existing duties, is seen as significantly higher than expected, undermining hopes for improved trade relations and market share, particularly in comparison to regional competitors such as Vietnam and Bangladesh. Industry leaders argue that the new tariff structure, combined with rising domestic production costs, makes it increasingly difficult to compete. One exporter noted that the higher tariffs, along with Pakistan’s growing production costs, could result in a decline in export volumes. “The deal is neutral at best,” the exporter said, pointing out that regional players like Vietnam and Bangladesh, with their lower production costs, remain better positioned. Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) President Jawed Bilwani told Dawn that Pakistan’...

ISLAMABAD - Aleema Khan, the sister of incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan, on Saturday clarified that Imran’s sons have applied both for their national identity cards for overseas Pakistanis (Nicops) as well as visas to visit Pakistan.

ISLAMABAD - Pakistan and Iran on Saturday reaffirmed commitment to strengthen bilateral ties and promote peace and stability in the region.

ISLAMABAD - Pakistan and the World Health Organization have agreed to accelerate fight against Hepatitis C.

ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced a minority registration drive across Pakistan to promote equal rights and citizenship for the minorities. The campaign will be operational from August 4 to August 11, 2025, according with National Minorities Day, and focuses on facilitating the issuance and renewal of identity documents for individuals […]

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif held a meeting with his Iranian counterpart, Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh, to discuss opportunities for the advancement of Pakistan-Iran defence cooperation, ARY News reported. The meeting, held in Islamabad, highlighted both nations’ mutual commitment to enhancing regional peace and stability. According to the official statement of the Ministry […]

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast another spell of moonsoon rain-wind/thundershowers expected to impact large parts of the country starting August 4. According to the PMD, weak monsoon currents are currently affecting the upper and central parts of the country, with intensity likely to increase by August 4, 2025. Additionally, a westerly wave […]

ISLAMABAD: Romania on Saturday proposed offering Pakistan a direct trade corridor into Europe through its Constanța Port, aiming to enhance bilateral trade and regional connectivity. Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan and Romanian Ambassador Dan Stoenescu held a constructive meeting in Islamabad, focusing on enhancing bilateral cooperation in trade, logistics, defence, energy, and culture. […]

Pakistan and China have reiterated their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations during a meeting between Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal and Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong in Beijing on Saturday.

In a symbolic gesture of cultural diplomacy and shared heritage, Pakistan presented a finely crafted replica of the iconic Fasting Buddha sculpture to Thailand during a special ceremony held at the National Museum in Bangkok on July 31, 2025.

The federal government of Pakistan has decided to resume the deportation of illegal foreign nationals, including Afghan citizens, following the expiration of their legal residency documents.

Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan have agreed to promote bilateral cooperation in cryptocurrency, blockchain technology and digital finance, state-run Pakistan Television (PTV) reported on Saturday. The Pakistani government has lately seemed willing to fast-track the adoption of crypto currencies for banks, foreign exchange comp­anies and gold trading. In March, the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) was launched, which was a government-backed initiative to regulate, foster, and integrate blockchain and cryptocurrency innovations into the country’s financial and economic framework. “A high-level video conference was held between Minister of State for Crypto and Blockchain Bilal bin Saqib and Director of the National Investment Agency of Kyrgyzstan Farukht Aminov,” acccording to PTV. “Both sides emphasised the development of virtual assets, technology exchange, and cooperation in regulatory frameworks,” it added. The Kyrgyz director highlighted the importance of exchanging information, experiences and best global practices. ...

ISLAMABAD - Pakistan yesterday reiterated its firm support for a peaceful resolution of Ukraine conflict.

ISLAMABAD - Iranian President Dr Masoud Pezeshkian will undertake his first official visit to Pakistan from today, signalling renewed momentum in bilateral ties between the two neighbouring nations.

The United States (US) Consulate in Karachi has advised its diplomatic staff and citizens in the city to exercise caution. A spokesperson for the US Consulate said that citizens should avoid visiting crowded places and making unnecessary trips. “The U.S. Consulate General Karachi received a report of a threat directed at high-end hotels in Karachi.  […]

BEIJING: Pakistan’s exports of industrial salt to China increased markedly in the initial half of 2025, highlighting the strengthening trade relations between the two nations. According to the General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China (GACC), industrial salt exports from Pakistan have surged, totalling $3.74 million between January and June 2025, marking […]

Pakistan has reported its 11th polio case of the year in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, after a 10-month-old boy from Union Council Mullazai in Tank district tested positive for the virus.

Pakistan, Afghanistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will participate in a tri-series of Twenty20 international matches to tune up for next month’s Asia Cup, followed by the Twenty20 World Cup next year, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said on Friday. “The tri-series will feature teams from Pakistan, Afghanistan and the UAE from 29 August to 7 September at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium,” the PCB said in a press release. The T20I tournament will serve as a “launching pad” for the teams to prepare for the Asian Cricket Council’s T20 Asia Cup, scheduled to take place in the UAE from September 9-28, it added. According to the schedule, the opening match of the tri-series tournament will be played between Afghanistan and Pakistan on August 29. Each team will play the others twice, giving all sides at least four matches before the top two teams qualify for the final, scheduled on September 7. India and Sri Lanka will co-host the Twenty20 World Cup in February-March next year. Tournament schedule (all matches at ...

The Foreign Office on Friday confirmed that Iranian President Dr Masoud Pezeshkian will pay a state visit to Pakistan over the weekend. Iran’s IRNA news agency had reported on Wednesday that the Iranian president’s political adviser, Mehdi Sanai, had said Pezeshkian was due to visit Pakistan on Saturday for a two-day trip with discussions with “cultural and commercial elites” on the agenda. In a statement today, the FO confirmed the development, saying the Iranian president “will pay a state visit to Pakistan on August 2-3, 2025” at Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s invitation. Dr Pezeshkian will be accompanied by a high-level delegation, including Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, senior ministers and other high-ranking officials. The FO said Dr Pezeshkian will meet President Zardari and also hold delegation-level talks with PM Shehbaz. “This marks Dr Pezeshkian’s first official visit to Pakistan as president of Iran. It may be recalled that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif last visited Iran on May 26, 202...