Hajj 2026: Over 103,000 intending pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia
- 18-May-2026
Pakistan’s Hajj flight operation from various domestic cities to Saudi Arabia has entered its final phase. Over a one-month period, approximately 87% of pilgrims under the government scheme have arrived in the Kingdom via 388 flights. The remaining 13% of pilgrims are scheduled to arrive within the next 96 hours, ahead of the Hajj rituals […]
Gold prices in Pakistan — May 18, 2026
- 18-May-2026
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan registered an increase on Monday, May 18, 2026, in line with an upward trend in the international bullion market amid ongoing global economic uncertainty. According to rates issued by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of 24-karat gold per tola increased by Rs900 to Rs477,162, compared […]
US stopped ‘Project Freedom’ at Pakistan’s request, says Marco Rubio
- 18-May-2026
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that ‘Project Freedom’ was paused following a request from Pakistan, which indicated that suspending the initiative could help pave the way for an agreement. This he said during an interview with NBC. The US Secretary of State stated that the decision to stop Project Freedom was taken […]
NADRA record shows living citizen as deceased: How can the record be corrected?
- 18-May-2026
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) is the only authorised institution responsible for issuing identity documents to Pakistanis living both within the country and abroad. A resident of Hyderabad complained that he had been declared deceased in NADRA’s records despite being alive. Questions were raised regarding how such an error occurs and what steps […]
Strait of Hormuz open for trade, not for militarisation, says Iran's Mohsen Rezaei
- 18-May-2026
Mohsen Rezaei, a member of Tehran’s Expediency Council and former IRGC commander, has stated that the Strait of Hormuz remains open for trade, but not for military build-up or the spread of instability in the region, Iranian media reported. The former chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said that, at one time, the United […]
Eid Al Adha 2026 announcement made in Turkey and Tunisia
- 17-May-2026
The crescent moon marking the beginning of Dhu Al Hijjah has been confirmed in both Tunisia and Turkey, with the two countries announcing Monday, 18 May as the first day of the Islamic month and Wednesday, 27 May as the expected date for Eid Al Adha 2026. Tunisia confirms start of Dhu Al Hijjah Tunisia […]
Bahrain reaffirms nationalisation policy with stricter compliance
- 17-May-2026
Ministry of Labour in Bahrain has reiterated that the employment of Bahraini nationals remains compulsory across all companies and institutions operating within the Kingdom. Sector-specific quotas continue to apply, reflecting the requirements of different industries and the availability of qualified Bahraini talent. In a written response to Member of Parliament Munir Sarour, Bahrain Labour Minister […]
Charlie Evans joins Hulu’s Paradise Season 2
- 17-May-2026
Charlie Evans has joined the cast of Paradise for its second season, taking on a central role that deepens the show’s political and emotional storyline. The Australian actor and musician plays Jeremy Bradford, the troubled son of a murdered United States president, in the post-apocalyptic thriller available on Hulu and Disney platforms. The new season […]
"Hindutva-driven": Pakistan army rejects Indian military chief's provocative remarks
- 17-May-2026
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Army has reacted strongly to recent remarks made by the Indian military chief, describing the statement as provocative, irresponsible and a threat to regional peace, ARY News reported on Sunday, quoting Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). In a statement issued by the media wing of the armed forces, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) criticised […]
Anmol Pinky: Karachi court remands alleged drug queenpin into police custody till May 22
- 16-May-2026
Anmol Pinky: Karachi court decision- May 16, 2026