Some back Messi, others cheer for Ronaldo as excitement extends far beyond football fans KARACHI: The excitement of the FIFA World Cup 2026 has extended far beyond football fans, with Pakistani celebrities also joining the global celebration of the sport. From celebrating memorable victories to expressing heartbreak over defeats, stars have been actively sharing their…
Says that foreign and domestic policy could not be separated during BBC interview British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces the timeline for his resignation, following Andy Burnham’s decisive victory last week in the Makerfield by-election, outside 10 Downing Street, in London, Britain, June 22, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Outgoing Prime Minister Keir Starmer said whoever succeeds…
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives the Guardian of the Blue Horizon award from Seychelles President Patrick Herminie, along with a trophy and certificate, at the weekend. Photo: State House Office of the President of the Republic of Seychelles India’s main opposition Congress party reacted sharply to reports of an award conferred on Prime Minister…
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has restrained the National Highway Authority (NHA) from collecting an additional 50% toll from motorists using non-M-Tag vehicles or M-Tag vehicles with insufficient balance, suspending the authority’s notification until the next hearing on August 3. Justice Arbab Muhammad Tahir issued the interim order after conducting a preliminary hearing on…
Alexandra Eala celebrates her shock victory over reigning Wimbledon champion Iga Swiatek. Photo: AFP LONDON: Iga Swiatek’s Wimbledon title defence was ended by the Philippines’ Alexandra Eala in a third-round shock on Saturday, while “heartbroken” Serena Williams was forced to withdraw from the doubles tournament. Kazakh second seed Elena Rybakina also crashed out, leaving the…
Under the proposed system, a Judges Evaluation Committee will review the performance of judges at the end of each year On judicial reforms, Tarar said a seven-member committee had been constituted to ensure transparency. PHOTO: ET Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar on Saturday said the government was committed to improving legal education, strengthening the professional…
England’s Jacob Bethell hits a boundary during his 76 not out in a four-wicket win over India in the second T20 at Old Trafford. Photo: AFP MANCHESTER: Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made his international debut for India on Saturday but England young gun Jacob Bethell ensured it was the hosts who won the second T20…
Health authorities report 213 recoveries since outbreak in May, while 628 patients remain under care A health worker in full personal protective equipment (PPE) disinfects an area while preparing for the burial of suspected Ebola victims at the Kigonze displaced persons camp in Bunia, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, on June 18, 2026, one month…
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on Communications was informed on Friday that Rs30 billion had been allocated for the Sukkur-Hyderabad (M-6) motorway during the current financial year against a total demand of Rs70 billion. While reviewing the latest progress on the motorway, the committee was informed that the project comprised five sections: Hyderabad-Tando Adam,…
Disputes over authority, postings and promotions between PAS and PMS officers threaten Punjab’s governance 80 per cent of commissioners and secretaries are PAS officers in Punjab. PHOTO: PEXELS LAHORE: A long-standing dispute in the country’s largest province over quota-based postings between Pakistan Administrative Service (PAS) and Provincial Management Service (PMS) officers continues, with PMS officers…