Friday, October 9th, 2026
Govt cuts petrol price by Re0.66, raises diesel by Re0.52 per litre
ISLAMABAD: The federal government on Friday slashed the price of petrol by Re0.66 per litre and increased high-speed diesel (HSD) rate by Re0.52 per litre, following changes in international oil prices. After the latest revision, petrol will be available at Rs398.30 per litre, while the price of HSD has been fixed at Rs396.24 per litre. According to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division, the revised prices will remain effective till October 12. Ogra has also begun publishing daily petroleum prices on its website to improve transparency and allow changesRead More
UAE says Omani flydubai co-pilot planned suicide attack on Tel Aviv flight
DUBAI, OCT 9: An Omani flydubai co-pilot had planned to seize a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight and crash it into a terminal at Israel’s Ben Gurion airport on September 30 in a suicide attack inspired by the September 11, 2001 attacks before he was thwarted by his fellow pilot, the UAE attorney general said on Friday, according to the state news agency.
First T20I: Farhan, Sadaqat power Pakistan to four-wicket win over Sri Lanka
RAWALPINDI, OCT 9: Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka by four wickets in the first T20I, with captain Sahibzada Farhan’s 89 and Maaz Sadaqat’s half-century powering the hosts to a successful chase of 183 at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Friday. Chasing a target of 183 runs, Pakistan got off to a blistering start as openers Sahibzada Farhan and Fakhar Zaman smashed 54 runs in the first five overs. With Pakistan at 54-1, Farhan was joined by Maaz Sadaqat after Fakhar (21 off 13 balls) was dismissed by Eshan Malinga. The pair addedRead More
Pakistan Post committed to delivering modern, reliable postal services: PMG Faisal Gondal
RAWALPINDI, Oct 09 (DNA):Pakistan Post plays a pivotal role in socio-economic development, public service delivery, and fostering domestic and international connectivity, Postmaster General (PMG) Northern Punjab Circle Rawalpindi Faisal Tahsin Gondal said on Friday. Addressing a ceremony held at the Rawalpindi General Post Office (GPO) to mark World Post Day, PMG emphasized that Pakistan Post remains committed to upgrading its operational infrastructure, integrating digital technology, and offering reliable services tailored to modern consumer demands. Hosted by Chief Postmaster Rawalpindi GPO Asma Noreen, the ceremony commenced with a flag-hoisting ritualRead More
KP reviews return plan for displaced families, Rescue 1122 projects in merged districts
PESHAWAR, Oct 09 (DNA):The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has reviewed arrangements for the return of temporarily displaced persons (TDPs) to merged districts and progress on Rescue 1122 sub-station projects under the stabilisation plan. The review took place at a meeting chaired by Secretary Relief, Rehabilitation and Settlement Sohail Khan, attended by the PDMA director general, representatives of SPO and SOG, and officials of the Relief Department, said a press release. The Director Planning and representatives of district administrations participated online. The meeting discussed proposals to increase the return grant forRead More
Udara’s 90 powers Sri Lanka to 182-8 against Pakistan in first T20I
RAWALPINDI, OCT 9: Lahiru Udara smashed 90 to help Sri Lanka post a competitive total and set Pakistan a 180-run target in the first T20I at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Friday. Batting first after winning the toss, the visitors made a shaky start, losing two wickets for just 18 runs in the fourth over. Naseem Shah struck in the opening over, dismissing Kusal Mendis for just one run. Kamil Mishara also fell cheaply, scoring six runs before debutant Muhammad Imran sent him back to the pavilion. Opener Lahiru Udara andRead More