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PM Sharif reaffirms determination to eradicate polio

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed his government’s determination to completely eradicate polio from Pakistan. Talking to President Global Development Gates Foundation Dr. Chris Elias in Islamabad, PM Shehbaz Sharif said the government is implementing a comprehensive strategy and taking practical actions with an effective team. The prime minister expressed deep gratitude for…

Pakistan, Turkiye agree to boost rice trade

ISLAMABAD:  Türkiye reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening economic ties with Pakistan. It was also agreed that technical delegations would meet to advance discussions on rice trade. Federal Minister of Pakistan for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan held a detailed meeting with the Turkish Ambassador to Pakistan, Dr Irfan Nezirolu, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA)…

Iran rejects talks with US in ‘atmosphere of threats’: foreign minister

PARIS: There can be no negotiations between Washington and Tehran if the United States makes threats against the Islamic republic, the Iranian foreign minister said Wednesday, with President Donald Trump refusing to rule out military action over Iran’s crackdown on protesters. “Conducting diplomacy through military threat cannot be effective or useful. If they want negotiations…

Silver Rate in Pakistan Today -January 28, 2026

Karachi, January 28, 2026 – Silver prices in Pakistan have continued their impressive upward trajectory, reaching new local highs amid a strong global precious metals rally. The chandi ka rate today stands at Rs. 11,640 per tola, reflecting a steady climb driven by international silver prices surging past $111 per ounce and strong correlated demand…

Gul Plaza’s illegal constructions flagged in 1992, documents reveal

KARACHI: Documents dating back to 1992 reveal that Gul Plaza’s administrative committee had warned authorities about widespread illegal constructions inside the shopping center, cautioning that such violations could eventually lead to a major tragedy. According to the documents obtained by Beyond the Time News, the committee formally informed the KMC Land Department and the Karachi…