A Taliban official said on Monday an extension would not be granted, though he said foreign forces had not sought one. Washington said negotiations were continuing.

Cricket in Afghanistan has been a symbol of unity in this conflict-ridden country. Unfortunately, with recent events unfolding, the fate of sports and entertainment is now uncertain.

The Taliban are currently working on forming a government, but two sources within the movement told AFP there would be no announcements on a cabinet until the last US soldier has left Afghanistan.

Pakistan's digitalization efforts take center-stage at SCO-China forum as it aims to digitalize its industrial base internationally, promote international exchanges and cooperation, and achieve mutual benefits.

The international brand Hugo Boss has opened their first Pakistani outlet in Centaurus Mall Islamabad. The brand claims that all products will be made in Pakistan and Pakistanis are excited about it.

Prime Minister Imran Khan has given Ramiz Raja green signal to head the Pakistan Cricket Board as chairman for the next three years. Netizens have given a mixed reaction on the selection.

UAE to provide travel visas to Pakistani passport holders on the condition that they undergo PCR test on arrival. The offer is also extended to India, Nepal, Nigeria, Sri Lanka and Uganda.

Pakistan the biggest winner and India a loser in Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan, admits Indian Foreign Secretary Shyam Saran. He also viewed the development as “humiliating” for the US.

Pakistan’s leadership has consistently made it clear that it has no favourites in Afghanistan and would work with any government in Kabul that has the support of the Afghan people.

Both countries are likely to issue more visas to each other's diplomats. This thaw came about after 28 months, while there are mounting tensions between the two over Afghanistan.

The Cabinet Division of the government released a statement on Sunday saying that the government is absorbing much of the food inflation internationally to protect Pakistani consumers. The statement said that except for wheat, the state has prevented the prices of basic food in the international market from impacting local consumers.

The president urged Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri, the outgoing Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, who has been appointed as High Commissioner-designate to Australia, to extend the Pakistani community all possible support and services.