Argentina chase historic consecutive titles as Spain bid for a second World Cup crown The 2026 FIFA World Cup final brings together two of international football’s most successful nations, Spain and Argentina, whose rivalry has been remarkably even over the decades. Spain are seeking their second World Cup title, while defending champions Argentina are bidding…
Both sides report progress toward resolving the impasse over the recent Ziarat terrorist attack QUETTA: The fourth round of negotiations between the Balochistan government and the Quetta sit-in committee ended on Thursday with both sides reporting progress toward resolving the impasse over the recent Ziarat terrorist attack. During the meeting, the protest committee presented its…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has emerged as the top beneficiary of the European Union’s GSP+ trade scheme, recording €7.5 billion in exports to the EU in 2024 under preferential tariffs, according to the 5th GSP Report released on Thursday, which evaluates the implementation of 27 international core conventions in beneficiary countries. The report adds that Pakistan also…
ISLAMABAD: A developed capital market is indispensable for sustainable economic growth, veteran businessman Arif Habib said at the SECP Talk Series, where he shared insights from over five decades of association with Pakistan’s capital markets. The session, attended by Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) Chairman Dr Kabir Ahmed Sidhu, commissioners, representatives of market…
Shafi Jan announces Madaris Bill, highlights police and CTD funding, confirms August 5 protest schedule PESHAWAR: Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Information Minister Shafi Jan, alongside Provincial Minister for Au-qaf Adnan Qadri, addressed a press conference Thursday to outline the provincial government’s legisla-tive agenda, security strategy, and political roadmap, while also weighing in on recent controversial statements by Jamiat…
. TIMARGARA: Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi on Thursday paid a brief visit to Lower Dir, where he met police personnel injured in the recent terrorist attack and assured them of the government’s full support. During his visit, the chief minister inquired about the condition of the injured officers, received updates on their treatment,…
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz speaking at the inauguration of the Nawaz Sharif School of Eminence in Arifwala. SCREENGRAB LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif announced on Thursday that 100,000 laptops would be distributed among students and 50,000 additional Honhaar Scholarships awarded to support higher education. Addressing the inauguration ceremony of 10 Nawaz Sharif…
Power outages persist as over 50 electricity transformers are out of order. PHOTO: FILE KARACHI: Prolonged power outages have brought key Sindh education offices to a standstill, disrupting official work, online systems and public services for nearly three weeks despite officials claiming that all electricity dues have been cleared and repeated complaints lodged with K-Electric….
Warns of adverse effects of tensions on economy Seeks ‘comprehensive strategy’ for timely response Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chairs a meeting in Islamabad to review austerity measures amid evolving economic situation. Photo: APP ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday directed the authorities concerned, in coordination with the provincial governments, to take strict action against…
Chief minister calls for international-standard airport to boost tourism and improve year-round connectivity GILGIT: Gilgit-Baltistan Chief Minister Amjad Hussain Azar asked the federal government to construct a modern Boeing-compatible airport in Gilgit to “dramatically improve” connectivity, tourism and economic development in the mountainous region. In a letter to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif the chief minister…