The Nation (Pakistan)

The Nation (Pakistan)

The Nation holds a distinguished place in Pakistan's media landscape as the leading English-language publication, recognized for its insightful commentary and comprehensive news reporting. It publishes five editions each day from three different locations, making it the top choice in Punjab and Islamabad, with a significant foothold in Karachi since its launch there in 2000. The Nation is favored not only by policymakers, opinion leaders, and individuals in positions of authority but also by the youth who will shape the future. As a member of the Nawaiwaqt Group, The Nation is part of one of the country's oldest newspaper legacies, which began with the founding of Nawaiwaqt by Hamid Nizami in 1940, coinciding with the passage of the Pakistan Resolution. It is the most frequently cited Pakistani newspaper on the international stage, a testament to the dedication of its skilled editorial team and the advanced technology they use, along with a vast network of correspondents both locally and globally, and a robust syndication and wire service. In addition to covering major news stories, The Nation includes dedicated sections for local, national, sports, international, and business news, ensuring a well-rounded approach to journalism.

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  • 6 days ago | nation.com.pk | Azhar Khan

    Scott Cosslett’s double strike inspired New Zealand to a commanding 6-2 win over Pakistan in the final of the FIH Nations Cup 2024, played at the National Hockey Stadium, Kuala Lumpur, on Sunday. The emphatic win not only handed the Black Sticks the trophy but also secured their promotion to the elite FIH Pro League. New Zealand began the match on the front foot and had two early goals disallowed within the opening minutes.

  • 1 week ago | nation.com.pk | Azhar Khan

    A resilient Pakistan national hockey team booked their place in the FIH Nations Cup 2025 final after overcoming France 3-2 on penalties, following a dramatic 3-3 draw in regulation time in the semifinals on Friday at the National Hockey Stadium. It was a night of nerves, brilliance, and fierce determination as goalkeeper Muneeb Ur Rehman emerged the hero, making three spectacular saves in the shootout to deny the French and lift Pakistan into their first Nations Cup final.

  • 1 week ago | nation.com.pk | Shafqat Ali

    ISLAMABAD  -  Pakistan yesterday said that Iran has the right to self-defence under UN Charter amid Israeli aggression. Islamabad also strongly condemned the Israeli military strikes against Iran, terming them unjustified, illegitimate and a violation of international law and the UN Charter.

  • 1 week ago | nation.com.pk | Shafqat Ali

    ISLAMABAD  -  Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf (PTI) lawyer Salman Akram Raja Wednesday resumed arguments on review petitions against the Supreme Court judgment in reserved seats case. Raja told the bench that he would complete his arguments by Thursday (today) as he has to cite the judgments of the apex court regarding the objection raised on majority verdict.

  • 1 week ago | nation.com.pk | Shafqat Ali

    ISLAMABAD  -  Pakistan yesterday called Gaza situation not just catastrophic, but ‘collapse of humanity.’ Islamabad voiced “profound anguish, disappointment and mounting despair” over the worsening plight of the people in besieged Gaza as the10th UN General Assembly’s session on Palestine resumed, calling the situation not just a humanitarian catastrophe, but a collapse of humanity.

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