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Prince William joins Greg James on Comic Relief bike ride
https://www.nation.com.pk/18-Mar-2026/prince-william-joins-greg-james-comic-relief-bike-ride
Published: March 17, 2026 19:00
LONDON - The Prince of Wales surprised Radio 1’s Greg James by joining the presenter during his 630-mile tandem bike ride challenge.
New Zealand thump South Africa in Hamilton to make series 1-1
https://www.nation.com.pk/18-Mar-2026/new-zealand-thump-south-africa-hamilton-make-series-1-1
Published: March 17, 2026 19:00
HAMILTON - New Zealand produced a commanding all-round performance to defeat South Africa by 68 runs in the second T20 International at Seddon Park on Tuesday, leveling the five-match series at 1-1.
Focus must remain on Ukraine despite Iran war, PM says
https://www.nation.com.pk/18-Mar-2026/focus-must-remain-ukraine-despite-iran-war-pm-says
Published: March 17, 2026 19:00
LONDON - Sir Keir Starmer has said “the focus must remain on Ukraine” despite the Iran war, as he meets President Volodymyr Zelensky in Downing Street.
Trump upset as US allies shun call for help in Strait of Hormuz
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Mar-2026/trump-upset-us-allies-shun-call-help-strait-hormuz
Published: March 17, 2026 05:21
US president reiterates unhappiness with UK for lack of assistance in Iran war Says US does not know if Iran’s supreme leader is dead or not Israel would not use a nuclear weapon in war with Iran: Trump Iran warns of imminent attacks on US-linked…
Sinner triumphs over Medvedev to secure first Indian Wells title
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Mar-2026/sinner-triumphs-medvedev-secure-first-indian-wells-title
Published: March 17, 2026 03:38
INDIAN WELLS - Jannik Sinner claimed his maiden Indian Wells title, defeating Daniil Medvedev 7-6(6) 7-6(4) in a polished display of hard-court excellence under the California desert sun.
South Africa rejects US pressure to distance itself from Iran
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Mar-2026/south-africa-rejects-us-pressure-distance-iran
Published: March 16, 2026 19:00
JOHANNSESBURG - South Africa has no reason to cut ties with Iran, its director general of foreign affairs said, after the new U.
Bullah’ trailer ignites buzz, sets stage for explosive Eid release
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Mar-2026/bullah-trailer-ignites-buzz-sets-stage-explosive-eid-release
Published: March 16, 2026 19:00
ISLAMABAD - The official trailer of the upcoming Pakistani film Bullah has received an overwhelming response from audiences, generating significant excitement ahead of its expected release on Eid-ul-Fitr.
Bangladesh seal ODI series despite Salman Ali Agha’s fighting ton
https://www.nation.com.pk/16-Mar-2026/bangladesh-seal-odi-series-despite-salman-ali-agha-s-fighting-ton
Published: March 15, 2026 19:00
MIRPUR - Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by 11 runs in a thrilling third and final ODI at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium on Sunday to clinch the three-match series 2-1.
William shares unseen photo of Princess Diana for Mother’s Day
https://www.nation.com.pk/16-Mar-2026/william-shares-unseen-photo-princess-diana-mother-s-day
Published: March 15, 2026 19:00
LONDON - Prince William has paid tribute to his late mother, Princess Diana, by sharing a photograph of the two together to mark Mother’s Day.
Trump threatens more strikes on Iran oil hub as Hormuz crisis deepens
https://www.nation.com.pk/16-Mar-2026/trump-threatens-strikes-iran-oil-hub-hormuz-crisis-deepens
Published: March 15, 2026 19:00
Says US not ready to end war Trump pressures allies to secure oil chokepoint Tehran launches fresh missile barrages at Israel, US bases as war enters third week Iran urges other nations not to escalate Mideast conflict Alerts region to US-Israel…
Zelenskiy says Ukraine wants money, technology in return for Middle East drone help
https://www.nation.com.pk/16-Mar-2026/zelenskiy-says-ukraine-wants-money-technology-return-middle-east-drone-help
Published: March 15, 2026 19:00
KYIV - Ukraine wants money and technology in return for helping Middle Eastern nations that have sought its expertise as they defend against Iranian kamikaze drones, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said, after Kyiv sent specialists to the region.
Trump vows to open Strait of Hormuz as Iran threatens ports
https://www.nation.com.pk/15-Mar-2026/trump-vows-open-strait-hormuz-iran-threatens-ports
Published: March 14, 2026 19:00
Trump urges other nations to send warships to Mideast as war rages on US Embassy in Baghdad struck by two drones Some oil-loading operations suspended after fire at key UAE oil hub Iran issues fresh warning to UAE residents Two injured after…
Pakistan team selection a joint process, not one person’s decision: Selectors
https://www.nation.com.pk/15-Mar-2026/pakistan-team-selection-joint-process-one-person-s-decision-selectors
Published: March 14, 2026 19:00
LAHORE - Members of the national selection committee have clarified that the selection of Pakistan cricket team is a collective process involving consultation between selectors, the head coach and the captain, rather than the decision of any single…
Chinese national arrested over attempt to smuggle 2,000 queen ants from Kenya
https://www.nation.com.pk/15-Mar-2026/chinese-national-arrested-attempt-smuggle-2-000-queen-ants-kenya
Published: March 14, 2026 19:00
NAIROBI - A Chinese national has been arrested in Kenya’s main airport accused of attempting to smuggle more than 2,000 queen garden ants out of the country.
Unanimous vote in risk assessment clears way for 4 astronauts to launch on moon mission
https://www.nation.com.pk/14-Mar-2026/unanimous-vote-risk-assessment-clears-way-4-astronauts-launch-moon-mission
Published: March 13, 2026 19:00
HOUSTON - NASA has finished a crucial risk assessment ahead of its upcoming lunar flyby mission, and during a news conference Thursday, the agency revealed a new target launch date and discussed how officials evaluated the dangers the mission’s…
Russia names great-granddaughter of Soviet leader Khrushchev as ‘foreign agent’
https://www.nation.com.pk/14-Mar-2026/russia-names-great-granddaughter-soviet-leader-khrushchev-foreign-agent
Published: March 13, 2026 19:00
LONDON - US academic Nina Khrushcheva, the great-granddaughter of a former Soviet leader, was designated by Russia on Friday as a “foreign agent” - a term with connotations of spying that Moscow applies to people it views as engaged in anti-Russian…
Trump admits Iran regime overthrow a ‘very big hurdle’
https://www.nation.com.pk/14-Mar-2026/trump-admits-iran-regime-overthrow-big-hurdle
Published: March 13, 2026 19:00
US president urges Iranians to rise up against regime Warns US will hit Iran very hard in coming days Mojtaba Khamenei is ‘damaged, but probably alive in some form’ All six US crew members confirmed dead in refueling plane crash in Iraq Trump says…
Maaz Sadaqat stars as Pakistan beat Bangladesh to level ODI series
https://www.nation.com.pk/14-Mar-2026/maaz-sadaqat-stars-pakistan-beat-bangladesh-level-odi-series
Published: March 13, 2026 19:00
MIRPUR - An outstanding all-round performance from Maaz Sadaqat powered Pakistan national cricket team to a convincing 128-run victory over the Bangladesh national cricket team in the rain-affected second One-Day International at the Sher-e-Bangla…
Iran’s new leader vows to keep up attacks on Gulf Arab countries
https://www.nation.com.pk/13-Mar-2026/iran-s-new-leader-vows-keep-attacks-gulf-arab-countries
Published: March 13, 2026 05:34
Khamenei says Iran will keep blocking the Strait of Hormuz shipping channel Iraq shuts down oil port operations after deadly attacks on two foreign oil tankers UAE says it intercepted 10 missiles, 26 drones launched by Iran US says approximately…
NASA spacecraft makes an uncontrolled plunge back to Earth
https://www.nation.com.pk/13-Mar-2026/nasa-spacecraft-makes-uncontrolled-plunge-back-earth
Published: March 12, 2026 19:00
HOUSTON - A large space probe plummeted into Earth’s atmosphere early Wednesday — years earlier than expected.
UK PM says Mandelson appointment was mistake as No 10 denies cover-up
https://www.nation.com.pk/13-Mar-2026/uk-pm-says-mandelson-appointment-mistake-10-denies-cover-up
Published: March 12, 2026 19:00
LONDON - Sir Keir Starmer has said he made a mistake in making Lord Mandelson US ambassador, as Downing Street denied claims of a “cover-up” in the release of documents relating to the appointment.
Pakistan look to bounce back as Bangladesh eye series victory
https://www.nation.com.pk/13-Mar-2026/pakistan-look-bounce-back-bangladesh-eye-series-victory
Published: March 12, 2026 19:00
LAHORE - Pakistan face a must-win situation as they prepare to take on Bangladesh in the second One-Day International (ODI) at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur.
32 nations to release emergency oil reserves after ships attacked
https://www.nation.com.pk/12-Mar-2026/32-nations-release-emergency-oil-reserves-ships-attacked
Published: March 12, 2026 06:40
Three ships hit near the Strait of Hormuz, US destroyed the Iranian mine-laying boats Trump says nothing left to target in Iran, US not finished yet Iranian official says Mojtaba Khamenei lightly wounded Operation will continue without any time…
Bangladesh thrash Pakistan by eight wickets in low-scoring first ODI
https://www.nation.com.pk/12-Mar-2026/bangladesh-thrash-pakistan-eight-wickets-low-scoring-first-odi
Published: March 11, 2026 19:00
MIRPUR - Bangladesh delivered a dominant performance to defeat Pakistan by eight wickets in the first match of the three-match ODI series at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium on Wednesday.
Oil prices tumble as Trump signals Iran war may end soon
https://www.nation.com.pk/11-Mar-2026/oil-prices-tumble-trump-signals-iran-war-may-end-soon
Published: March 10, 2026 19:00
US escalates strikes on Iran Pentagon says most intense day of US strikes on Iran still underway Tehran vows ‘eye for an eye’ retaliation, launches missile, drone attacks on Israel, US bases Threatens to block Gulf oil exports Israel FM says not…
Pakistan eye winning start against Bangladesh in ODI series opener
https://www.nation.com.pk/11-Mar-2026/pakistan-eye-winning-start-bangladesh-odi-series-opener
Published: March 10, 2026 19:00
LAHORE - Pakistan will take on Bangladesh in the opening match of a three-match One-Day International (ODI) series today (Wednesday) at the iconic Shere Bangla National Cricket Stadium.
Pakistani envoy says Chinese AI can benefit developing world
https://www.nation.com.pk/10-Mar-2026/pakistani-envoy-says-chinese-ai-can-benefit-developing-world
Published: March 9, 2026 19:00
BEIJING - Pakistan’s Ambassador to China Khalil Hashmi said that Chinese Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other technologies, made available at scale and competitive prices, could bring broad benefits to developing countries.
Pakistan’s fresh faces ready for Bangladesh test, says Hesson
https://www.nation.com.pk/10-Mar-2026/pakistan-s-fresh-faces-ready-bangladesh-test-says-hesson
Published: March 9, 2026 19:00
MIRPUR - Pakistan’s white-ball head coach Mike Hesson has expressed strong confidence in the national team’s revamped ODI squad, backing several emerging players to step up in the upcoming series against Bangladesh national cricket team.
Govt shuts schools, cuts expenditures in major austerity drive amid global fuel crisis
https://www.nation.com.pk/10-Mar-2026/govt-shuts-schools-cuts-expenditures-major-austerity-drive-amid-global-fuel-crisis
Published: March 9, 2026 19:00
Shehbaz Sharif reveals 14-point austerity plan Announces four-day work week to offset impact of Middle East war Schools will remain closed from end of this week for next two weeks Govt to reduce 20pc expenditure except salaries No cabinet members…
Iran nears new leader as Israeli strikes intensify
https://www.nation.com.pk/09-Mar-2026/iran-nears-new-leader-israeli-strikes-intensify
Published: March 8, 2026 19:00
Israel attacks major fuel storage facilities near Tehran Vows to kill any new leader, promises ‘surprises’ Iran says attack poisoning civilians, calls it a war crime Iranian drones strike Gulf states Bahrain desalination plant hit, fire engulfs…
India crush Kiwis to capture record third T20 World Cup title
https://www.nation.com.pk/09-Mar-2026/india-crush-kiwis-capture-record-third-t20-world-cup-title
Published: March 8, 2026 19:00
AHMEDABAD - A dazzling batting display led by Sanju Samson and a devastating bowling spell from Jasprit Bumrah steered India to a commanding 96-run victory over New Zealand in the final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 in Ahmedabad on Sunday.
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and Netflix part ways
https://www.nation.com.pk/09-Mar-2026/meghan-duchess-sussex-netflix-part-ways
Published: March 8, 2026 19:00
LONDON - Meghan Markle and Netflix are ending their partnership on her lifestyle brand.
UN chief warns ME situation spinning out of control
https://www.nation.com.pk/09-Mar-2026/un-chief-warns-situation-spinning-control
Published: March 8, 2026 19:00
UNITED NATIONS - The escalating war in the Middle East, now in its 8th day, has heightened growing concerns about further civilian suffering and displacement in the region and far beyond, according to UN agencies said.
Russian strike on Kharkiv apartment block kills ten, several others injured
https://www.nation.com.pk/08-Mar-2026/russian-strike-kharkiv-apartment-block-kills-ten-several-others-injured
Published: March 7, 2026 19:00
KHARKIV - At least ten people including children have been killed and several others injured after a Russian airstrike hit an apartment block in Kharkiv, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has said.
Tensions rise between Iran, GCC countries
https://www.nation.com.pk/08-Mar-2026/tensions-rise-iran-gcc-countries
Published: March 7, 2026 19:00
Iranian president calls US sites in Gulf nations legitimate targets More blasts reported across the Middle East as war rages on Trump signals he will escalate war with Iran, Tehran mulls new US targets Iranian drone attack suspends flights at Dubai…
Canada’s PM calls for Andrew to be removed from line of succession
https://www.nation.com.pk/08-Mar-2026/canada-s-pm-calls-andrew-removed-line-succession
Published: March 7, 2026 19:00
TOKYO - Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney has called for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to be removed from the royal line of succession.
India take on formidable New Zealand in T20 World Cup finale
https://www.nation.com.pk/08-Mar-2026/india-take-formidable-new-zealand-t20-world-cup-finale
Published: March 7, 2026 19:00
LAHORE - Defending champions India will take on the resilient New Zealand team in the grand finale of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup today (Sunday) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Rs55 fuel shock: Country braces for energy crunch as Mideast burns
https://www.nation.com.pk/07-Mar-2026/rs55-fuel-shock-country-braces-energy-crunch-mideast-burns
Published: March 6, 2026 19:00
Petroleum minister says govt took difficult decision after sharp prices surge in global oil markets PM Shehbaz orders strict action against hoarders of petroleum products No shortage of petroleum products: Malik Aqeel.
Pakistan storm into Hockey World Cup 2026 after eight-year absence
https://www.nation.com.pk/07-Mar-2026/pakistan-storm-hockey-world-cup-2026-eight-year-absence
Published: March 6, 2026 19:00
LAHORE - Pakistan’s national hockey team produced a remarkable comeback to defeat Japan 4–3 in the semifinal of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers in Ismailia on Friday, securing qualification for the global tournament after an eight-year absence.
China on the eve of commercial spaceflights taking off
https://www.nation.com.pk/07-Mar-2026/china-eve-commercial-spaceflights-taking
Published: March 6, 2026 19:00
BEIJING - The year 2026 might be monumental for China’s commercial space sector as industry players anticipate key breakthroughs in recoverable rockets, according to China Economic Net (CEN).
India edge England in run-fest to reach T20 World Cup final
https://www.nation.com.pk/06-Mar-2026/india-edge-england-run-fest-reach-t20-world-cup-final
Published: March 5, 2026 19:00
MUMBAI - A blistering knock from Sanju Samson and a disciplined bowling display guided India national cricket team to a thrilling seven-run victory over England national cricket team in the second semi-final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at…
Sharmeen’s SOC Films and Legal Aid Society launch child marriage awareness campaign
https://www.nation.com.pk/06-Mar-2026/sharmeen-s-soc-films-legal-aid-society-launch-child-marriage-awareness-campaign
Published: March 5, 2026 19:00
KARACHI - SOC Films, with two-time Academy Award-winning filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy at the helm, and the Legal Aid Society (LAS) have formally signed a two-year agreement to launch a comprehensive child marriage awareness and advocacy campaign,…
US-Israeli strikes on Iran intensify
https://www.nation.com.pk/05-Mar-2026/us-israeli-strikes-iran-intensify
Published: March 4, 2026 19:00
US claims it struck or sunk more than 20 Iranian ships Sri Lanka’s navy recovers 87 bodies from Iranian warship Turkey says NATO shot down an Iranian missile that was traveling toward its airspace Iranian retaliatory strikes continue with drone and…
New Zealand crush South Africa to reach T20 World Cup 2026 final
https://www.nation.com.pk/05-Mar-2026/new-zealand-crush-south-africa-reach-t20-world-cup-2026-final
Published: March 4, 2026 19:00
KOLKATA - A breathtaking century by Finn Allen powered New Zealand national cricket team to a commanding nine-wicket victory over South Africa national cricket team in the first semi-final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the iconic Eden Gardens on…
Noah Wyle sweeps awards after Golden Globe win, shines at Actor Awards
https://www.nation.com.pk/05-Mar-2026/noah-wyle-sweeps-awards-golden-globe-win-shines-actor-awards
Published: March 4, 2026 19:00
Los Angeles - Noah Wyle has made history with a remarkable sweep of the television industry’s top accolades.
PSL 11 sees major shift as Sialkot Stallionz rebranded Multan Sultans
https://www.nation.com.pk/04-Mar-2026/psl-11-sees-major-shift-sialkot-stallionz-rebranded-multan-sultans
Published: March 3, 2026 19:00
LAHORE - The franchise, formerly known as Sialkot Stallions, has now officially rebranded itself to Multan Sultans after CD Ventures acquired a majority stake in the team ahead of the 11th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL).
War spirals in Middle East; chaos spreads, death toll grows
https://www.nation.com.pk/03-Mar-2026/war-spirals-middle-east-chaos-spreads-death-toll-grows
Published: March 2, 2026 19:00
US president warns Iran the big one is coming soon Trump says war to last four to five weeks Says he won’t rule out American boots on ground in Iran Iran claims 560 US troops casualties; US disputes US military confirms 4 troops killed, several…
Arsenal edge Chelsea to stay in title control as Man United climb to third
https://www.nation.com.pk/03-Mar-2026/arsenal-edge-chelsea-stay-title-control-man-united-climb-third
Published: March 2, 2026 19:00
LONDON - Arsenal kept their Premier League title destiny firmly in their own hands after grinding out a tense 2-1 London derby win over Chelsea, once again relying on their deadly efficiency from set-pieces.
1,700-year-old megastructure history almost forgot
https://www.nation.com.pk/02-Mar-2026/1-700-year-old-megastructure-history-almost-forgot
Published: March 1, 2026 19:00
COLOMBO - In our roundup of travel stories this week: a man recreates his father’s round-the-world bicycle trip, a luxury yacht that turned out to be a mold-covered wreck, plus the ancient Roman city 10 times the size of Disneyland.
Unbeaten South Africa outclass Zimbabwe to cap Super 8s in style
https://www.nation.com.pk/02-Mar-2026/unbeaten-south-africa-outclass-zimbabwe-cap-super-8s-style
Published: March 1, 2026 19:00
DELHI - South Africa completed the Super Eights stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 unbeaten, defeating Zimbabwe by five wickets in a competitive encounter at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday.
China Manned Space Agency confirms Pakistani astronaut for 2026 flight
https://www.nation.com.pk/01-Mar-2026/china-manned-space-agency-confirms-pakistani-astronaut-2026-flight
Published: February 28, 2026 19:00
ISLAMABAD - A Pakistani astronaut will join a short-term mission aboard the China Space Station in 2026 as a payload specialist, conducting scientific experiments on behalf of Pakistan, according to a statement issued on Friday by the China Manned Space…
Pakistan exit T20 World Cup despite thrilling win over Sri Lanka
https://www.nation.com.pk/01-Mar-2026/pakistan-exit-t20-world-cup-despite-thrilling-win-sri-lanka
Published: February 28, 2026 19:00
PALLEKELE - Former champions Pakistan ended their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup campaign on a bittersweet note, clinching a nail-biting five-run victory over co-hosts Sri Lanka national cricket team at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Saturday.
WORLD AT WAR
https://www.nation.com.pk/01-Mar-2026/world-war
Published: February 28, 2026 19:00
US-ISRAEL BLITZ IRAN n Middle East region on fire as Tehran hits back hard Trump calls for regime change in Iran Iran’s judiciary says 85 dead after attack on a girls’ school.
Pakistan Army kills hundreds of Afghan Taliban as Operation Ghazab lil Haq continues
https://www.nation.com.pk/28-Feb-2026/pakistan-army-kills-hundreds-afghan-taliban-operation-ghazab-lil-haq-continues
Published: February 27, 2026 19:00
Pakistan conducts air strikes at 22 locations in Kandahar, Paktia, Nangarhar, Khost, Paktika Lt-Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry says 115 tanks, armoured vehicles, 73 posts of Afghan Taliban regime completely destroyed, 18 posts captured Pakistan Armed Forces…
England beat NZ in Super Eights thriller as Pakistan stay in contention
https://www.nation.com.pk/28-Feb-2026/england-beat-nz-super-eights-thriller-pakistan-stay-contention
Published: February 27, 2026 19:00
COLOMBO - England held their nerve in a tense Super Eights clash of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, defeating New Zealand by four wickets at the R.
‘I saw nothing, I did nothing wrong,’ Bill Clinton says as he testifies about Jeffery Epstein
https://www.nation.com.pk/28-Feb-2026/saw-nothing-nothing-wrong-bill-clinton-says-testifies-jeffery-epstein
Published: February 27, 2026 19:00
WASHINGTON - Former US President Bill Clinton says he “saw nothing, I did nothing wrong,” in his opening statement to US lawmakers about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.