RAWALPINDI: Commercial markets and cattle bazaars across the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad witnessed an unprecedented slowdown in commercial activity ahead of Eidul Azha, with traders reporting record-low sales of sacrificial animals as well as Eid shopping by women and children. Amid sluggish business, livestock traders announced substantial price reductions for sacrificial animals during…
Security official says 400kg stockpile is off table as Trump demands it be destroyed or transferred to US Deputy for Foreign Policy and International Security at Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Ali Bagheri Kani. Photo: Anadolu Agency Deputy for Foreign Policy and International Security at Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Ali Bagheri Kani once again…
RAWALPINDI: As the Eidul Azha holidays began on Tuesday, a steady influx of commuters from the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad continued returning to their native towns to celebrate Eid with their loved ones. On the final day before Eid, an extraordinary rush of passengers was witnessed at transport terminals and wagon stands, while…
Reiterates that armed forces will continue to pursue all facilitators and abettors of terrorism with full force Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir spends Eidul Azha with troops deployed along the western frontiers in Zhob, Balochistan. PHOTO: ISPR Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, on…
ISLAMABAD: Rising temperatures and an intense heatwave across the country have accelerated glacier melting, significantly increasing the risks of landslides and floods in northern and mountainous regions. The National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued an alert regarding the expected weather situation across the country from May 26…
From mass prayers to preparing animals for sacrifice, Muslims mark occasion with community, togetherness People offer Eidul Azha prayers at the Railway Ground in Karachi, Pakistan, on May 27, 2026. Photo: Reuters Muslims around the world are celebrating Eidul Azha with prayers, animal sacrifice, and togetherness. The occasion commemorates the willingness and devotion of Hazrat…
Special Savings Certificate/Account at 11.6% per annum for the first 5 profit payouts ISLAMABAD: The government has increased the profit rates on National Savings Schemes and Sarwa Islamic schemes with effect from May 26, 2026. According to a notification, the National Savings Department has revised profit rates for certain schemes while maintaining existing rates for…
Spiegel reports fewer strategic bombers, warships available to alliance in crisis WASHINGTON: The US intends to significantly reduce military contributions available to assist European allies in a crisis, including fighter jets, warships and mid-air refuelling aircraft, German news outlet Spiegel reported on Tuesday. The NATO alliance is under unprecedented strain, with some European countries concerned…
Ministers urge public to include underprivileged segments of society in Eid celebrations, appeal to ensure cleanliness Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari (L), National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq (C), Senate Chairman Yousaf Raza Gilani (R) Political and government leaders across Pakistan on Wednesday extended Eidul Azha greetings to the nation and the Muslim Ummah,…
Odeh’s relative confirms death, family statement says chief killed with wife, son A Palestinian man inspects the site of an Israeli airstrike on a residential building on Tuesday, in Gaza City, on May 27, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Israel said on Wednesday it had killed Hamas’s newly appointed armed wing chief in Gaza, days after it…