Hill stations see tourist surge

Influx leads to heavy traffic, high occupancy in hotels, guest houses and restaurants NATHIAGALI: As temperatures rise across Pakistan, a noticeable surge in tourist activity has been recorded in the scenic hill stations of Galiyat and Thandiani, where visitors are heading to escape the heat and enjoy the cool climate. According to details, a large…

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Gulf leaders meet in Saudi Arabia to discuss response to Iranian strikes

Qatar emir, Kuwait crown prince, Bahrain king, UAE FM attended GCC summit; Oman unclear attendance Qatar’s emir, Kuwait’s crown prince, Bahrain’s king and the United Arab Emirates’ foreign minister attended the summit. PHOTO: SAUDI GAZATTE X Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman chaired a consultative meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council in Jeddah on Tuesday,…

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FPCCI urges withdrawal of 0.9% infrastructure cess

FPCCI Regional Chairman Zaki Aijaz said cargo transported by rail is considerably more economical LAHORE: Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) President Atif Ikram Sheikh has urged the Punjab government to immediately withdraw the 0.9% Punjab Infrastructure Development Cess (PIDC) imposed in the province, according to a statement issued on Monday. Sheikh…

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Digital life hurting families, warn experts

ISLAMABAD: Experts warned Sunday that the rise of digital life and brand obsession among Generation Z is eroding traditional family routines, with harmful consequences for relationships, mental and physical health, and weakening the cohesion that once defined home life. Renowned psychiatrist Dr Maria Sohail Qureshi, speaking to a local media channel, highlighted deepening concerns over…

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Gold steady in range as global pressure persists

KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan posted a modest increase on Monday, defying a decline in the international bullion market amid heightened geopolitical uncertainty. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association, the price of gold per tola rose by Rs800 to settle at Rs493,962. The rate for 10 grams of gold increased by Rs686…

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