Latest breaking news today pakistan
Here are the latest breaking news from Pakistan:
Top Stories
- Pakistan's COVID-19 cases surge past 800,000: Pakistan has reported 4,951 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, taking the total number of cases to 803,583, according to the National Command and Operation Center (NCOC). (Source: Dawn)
- Imran Khan announces Rs 1.2 trillion stimulus package: Prime Minister Imran Khan has announced a Rs 1.2 trillion stimulus package to boost the economy, which includes a 10% increase in salaries for government employees and a reduction in taxes. (Source: The News)
- Pakistan, China sign agreement to enhance cooperation in IT sector: Pakistan and China have signed an agreement to enhance cooperation in the information technology (IT) sector, with a focus on developing e-commerce, digital payments, and artificial intelligence. (Source: The Express Tribune)
- PML-N leader Maryam Nawaz arrested in Lahore: Maryam Nawaz, the daughter of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, has been arrested by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) in Lahore in connection with a corruption case. (Source: Geo News)
- Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to enhance trade ties: Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to enhance trade ties, with a focus on increasing bilateral trade to $5 billion by 2025. (Source: The Nation)
Regional and International News
- India, Pakistan exchange lists of nuclear installations: India and Pakistan have exchanged lists of their nuclear installations, as required under the Vienna Convention on Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage. (Source: The Hindu)
- US, Pakistan discuss Afghanistan peace process: The United States and Pakistan have discussed the Afghanistan peace process, with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo urging Pakistan to play a more active role in the talks. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- Iran, Pakistan agree to enhance cooperation on border security: Iran and Pakistan have agreed to enhance cooperation on border security, with a focus on preventing terrorist activities and smuggling. (Source: IRNA)
Sports News
- Pakistan cricket team loses to England in first Test: Pakistan has lost the first Test match against England by 167 runs, with the visitors taking a 1-0 lead in the series. (Source: ESPN Cricinfo)
- Pakistan's Babar Azam named ICC ODI Player of the Year: Pakistan's Babar Azam has been named the ICC ODI Player of the Year, following a successful year in which he scored over 1,500 runs in one-day internationals. (Source: ICC)
Please note that the news stories are subject to change and may not be up-to-date.