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Karachi faces possible power cuts as US-Iran conflict disrupts gas supplies

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Pakistan says troop deployments under Makkah pact to depend on Saudi security needs

Islamabad confirms it deployed troops under bilateral defense pact with the Kingdom last year
It says Makkah alliance troops will not cross borders, confirms government is fully on board

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Karachi faces possible power cuts as US-Iran conflict disrupts gas supplies

K-Electric warns of evening power cuts, says daytime supply largely stable
Pakistan explores alternative LNG sources as Qatari shipments remain disrupted

By Ismail Dilawar · 9 October 2026

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Gulf investors take 60% share of foreign inflows into Pakistan government debt

Share rises from 56% last fiscal year as UAE buying of longer-term bonds jumps amid US-Iran war
Analyst says move into longer-term debt may signal greater commitment, warns flows can reverse quickly

By Ismail Dilawar · 9 October 2026

Pakistan presses ahead with fuel subsidy scheme despite IMF call to phase it out

By Arab News Pakistan · 9 October 2026

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Sahibzada Farhan leads Pakistan to T20 win over Sri Lanka

By AFP · 9 October 2026

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Pakistan’s ailing elephant Madhubala loses over 200kg as vets plan treatment

Foreign vets plan hydrotherapy, dietary changes to help restore elephant’s muscle strength
Veterinarian says Madhubala is not close to death but warns her condition remains serious

By Sibte Hassan · 9 October 2026

Pakistan, Türkiye sign pact to combat organized crime, militant violence

By Arab News Pakistan · 9 October 2026

Saudi Arabia leads as Pakistan remittances rise 14% to $10.9 billion in first quarter

By Ismail Dilawar · 9 October 2026

Saudi Arabia will not allow Yemen to become launchpad for attacks on Kingdom: UN envoy

Alwasil reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s right to defend its territory and deter further attacks
“Saudi Arabia has always placed peace above all other options,” he said, accusing the Houthis of rejecting diplomatic initiatives and choosing military escalation

By Arab News · 10 October 2026

5 Jubail schools join UNESCO ASPnet

By SPA · 10 October 2026

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Breast cancer awareness scheme offers 600 free mammograms in Saudi Arabia

By Rahaf Jambi · 10 October 2026

Saudi weekly consumer spending surges 23% to $4.4bn on education outlays

Saudi Arabia's consumer spending surged 23.4% to SR16.51 billion ($4.4 billion) for the week ending October 3, primarily driven by a 142.8% increase in education-related expenditures due to the new academic year. Other sectors also saw growth, with food and beverage spending up 41% and transportation by 27.8%, while spending in hotels declined by 9.8%.
Saudi Arabia's consumer spending surged 23.4% to SR16.51 billion ($4.4 billion) for the week ending October 3, primarily driven by a 142.8% increase in education-related expenditures due to the new academic year. Other sectors also saw growth, with food and beverage spending up 41% and transportation by 27.8%, while spending in hotels declined by 9.8%.

By Miguel Hadchity · 9 October 2026

Central Riyadh flexible office occupancy nears 90% as international firms drive demand: JLL

By Arab News · 9 October 2026

Saudi Arabia’s construction activity expands for 5th month in September

By Arab News · 9 October 2026

‘Great future’ — Saudi cricket official sets out vision for game across the Kingdom

Cricket in Saudi Arabia is entering a more structured phase with a focus on improving standards, Iqbal Sikander tells Arab News
The former Pakistan international joined SACF as general manager of cricket in January

By Rashid Hassan · 9 October 2026

MENA Golf Tour confirms Cairo start of 2026-27 season

By Ali Khaled · 9 October 2026

Dubai Basketball lose first home game of the season against Crvena Zvezda

By Ali Khaled · 9 October 2026

Islamabad Talks

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UN chief hopeful of US, Iran return to Pakistan-brokered peace deal

The deal sought to halt military operations and create a pathway toward a broader US-Iran settlement
Efforts at UN gathering of world leaders in New York offer some optimism of progress toward a solution

By Iqra Hussain · 26 September 2026

Pakistan calls claims army chief recently visited Iran as Trump envoy ‘factually incorrect’

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Pakistan urges dialogue, de-escalation in talks with Iran as fighting with US intensifies

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Highlights from new-media showcase ‘Continuum ’26’ in Diriyah

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