NATIONALIshaq Dar said it was imperative for the US and Iran to uphold their ceasefire commitments after nearly 21 hours of talks in Islamabad ended without an agreement. US Vice President JD Vance said Washington had presented its “final and best offer”.
BusinessPakistan’s services exports rose 18.38pc to $6.46 billion in July-February FY26, according to official data. Growth was led by telecommunications, computer and information services.
NATIONALFlight operations from Pakistan to Gulf countries have increased at major airports, including Lahore, Karachi and Islamabad. Officials said airlines have raised frequencies amid improving regional conditions and rising passenger demand.
NATIONALThe NDMA has forecast intermittent rain, thunderstorms, dust storms and strong winds in Punjab, KP, AJK and Gilgit-Baltistan from April 12 to 17. It said Sindh and Balochistan are likely to remain hot and dry with a moderate rise in temperatures.
PoliticsDifferences have emerged between PTI and TTAP over the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chief minister’s rally plan. TTAP says it was not formally consulted on recent political decisions, while concerns have also been raised over PTI’s internal coordination.
NATIONALPakistan Railways is relaunching its Safari Tourist Train on Sunday, with Hanif Abbasi set to inaugurate the service. The weekly train will run from Rawalpindi to Attock Khurd with upgraded coaches, added amenities and higher fares.
WorldLebanon’s Health Ministry says 2,020 people have been killed and 6,436 injured in Israeli attacks since March 2. The Lebanese presidency has also announced a first meeting with Israel on April 14 in Washington to seek a ceasefire.
CITYPrices of seven essential medicines, including insulin, have risen sharply in Peshawar. The insulin injection device price has increased from Rs2,200 to Rs4,720, raising concern among patients, pharmacists and doctors.
PoliticsKP Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi welcomed efforts to reduce US-Iran tensions and praised Pakistan’s role in promoting dialogue. He also accused the federal government of withholding funds owed to the province and criticised the continued detention of Imran Khan.
CITYPolice said a wanted suspect allegedly involved in 44 criminal cases was killed in an encounter in Sadar Jaranwala. The man was injured during an exchange of fire and died while being shifted to hospital, police said.
CITYPolice said a man identified as Abdul Razzaq, 40, was allegedly shot dead by his younger brother after a domestic dispute in Chak 250 TDA. The suspect fled, and an investigation is under way.
BusinessFinance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has departed for the US to attend the World Bank-IMF Spring Meetings 2026 in Washington. His visit also includes meetings with IMF, World Bank, US officials, investors and partner countries.
