Over 1.7 million from 165 nations joined Haj amid tensions after US-Israeli strikes on Iran war A Muslim pilgrim walks among pigeons near the Grand Mosque in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, May 19. REUTERS’ Thousands of Muslims began to leave the holy city of Makkah on Friday after having completed the Haj in scorching heat and despite…
Decision also taken to hold review meetings every 15 days to monitor progress and address hurdles KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah on Friday directed authorities to ensure the timely completion of Karachi’s strategic water infrastructure projects, describing the K-IV water supply scheme as “extremely important” for the city’s future water security in a…
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed strong bullish momentum on Friday, after the break of Eidul Azha holidays, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index surging 2,238 points (+1.30% DoD) to close at a fresh high of 173,963. The market opened on a strong footing as investor sentiment improved amid encouraging progress in ongoing United States-Iran…
Lionel Messi has been at the heart of an injury scare, with his club side Inter Miami saying medical tests diagnosed him with muscle fatigue in his left hamstring. Photo: AFP BUENOS AIRES: Lionel Messi will captain Argentina at the World Cup, national coach Lionel Scaloni announced Thursday as he unveiled his 26-man squad. Messi,…
A trio travels on a motorcycle with their heads covered in Hyderabad, where the mercury rose to 39°C on Friday. PHOTO: PPI KARACHI: Karachi experienced a rise in night-time temperatures due to severe heat on Friday, with another hot and humid day expected, according to the Meteorological Department. The city recorded a minimum temperature of…
AUCKLAND: Moana Pasifika coach Tana Umaga has urged his financially stricken team to go out on a high as the Super Rugby club prepare to play their final match, barring a last-minute reprieve. Auckland-based Moana, who have won just one from 13 games this season and are anchored to the bottom of the ladder, face…
Mexico is co-hosting the biggest World Cup in history, along with the United States and Canada, from June 11 to July 19, 2026. Photo: AFP LOS ANGELE: FIFA on Thursday released an extra batch of World Cup tickets, just 14 days before the global soccer tournament kicks off in North America. “Tickets are available on…
Agenda for upcoming National Assembly, Senate sessions will be issued in coming days The Parliament House has been illuminated with green lights to mark the first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq in the federal capital. PHOTO: ONLINE President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday approved summoning the budget session of the National Assembly at 5:00 pm and the…
Jannik Sinner continues his dominant run at the Italian Open with a commanding straight-sets victory, extending his winning streak in Rome. Photo: AFP/FILE PARIS: Jannik Sinner succumbed to illness and a remarkable Juan Manuel Cerundolo comeback to crash out of the French Open on Thursday, blowing the men’s tournament wide open, as Aryna Sabalenka safely…
A lawsuit has been filed against FIFA for excessive ticket prices for this year’s World Cup. Photo: AFP WASHINGTON: Drone flights will be banned over US stadiums hosting World Cup matches as well as over fan events related to the tournament that kicks off June 11, authorities said Thursday. On match days, unless specifically authorized,…