George Russell reflects on Max Verstappen’s future in Formula One amid ongoing criticism of new regulations. Photo: REUTERS/FILE LONDON: Championship favourite George Russell said he would understand if Max Verstappen walked away from Formula One in the sport’s new era and he would not be surprised either way.Speaking to reporters via a video call on…
LAHORE/ISLAMABAD: The Lahore High Court (LHC) upheld the government’s decision to withdraw free electricity units for Grade-17 officers of the Water and Power Development Authority (Wapda) and power distribution companies (DISCOs), declaring the policy lawful. The LHC issued this verdict after hearing petitions filed by the GEPCO Engineers and Officers Association, which challenged the government’s…
ISLAMABAD: The government slashed the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) by up to Rs32.12 per litre to ease inflationary pressure and transport costs following easing tensions in the Middle East. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif approved the reduction in HSD price on Fridayfrom Rs385.54 to Rs353.43 per litre. The Prime Minister’s Office announced the decision. The…
Fakhar Zaman confident Lahore Qalandars will bounce back and defend their PSL title. Photo: EXPRESS KARACHI: Pakistani opener Fakhar Zaman has said that the recent ( ball-tampering) incident did not affect him at all, adding that it did not impact even “one percent” of his performance. While he prefers opening the innings, he emphasized that…
A staff member removes the Iranian flag from the stage after a group picture with foreign ministers and representatives of the US, Iran, China, Russia, Britain, Germany, France and the European Union during the Iran nuclear talks at the Vienna International Centre in Vienna, Austria July 14, 2015. PHOTO: REUTERS/FILE ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is set to…
ANTALYA: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Turkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday reaffirmed their resolve to further strengthen the strategic partnership between Pakistan and Türkiye, building on fraternal ties, and a shared vision for peace and prosperity. The meeting held on the sidelines of the 5th Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Antalya was attended by…
Araghchi announces vital trade chokepoint open to all commercial vessels Trump sees deal ‘soon’ to end war A vessel at the Strait of Hormuz, off the coast of Oman’s Musandam province. PHOTO: REUTERS DUBAI/WASHINGTON: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Friday the Strait of Hormuz was open following a ceasefire agreement…
Sindh govt to cover 50% bus fare; passengers to pay remaining half, says official. Peoples bus service formally launched in Sukkar. PHOTO: Mukesh Kumar Chawla FB page Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon on Friday said the launch of the People’s Bus Service from Shikarpur to Sukkur was a gift for the people of Shikarpur….
. ISLAMABAD: Electricity consumers may face an increase of 26 paisa per unit under the monthly fuel adjustment mechanism for March. The Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has submitted a request to the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) seeking approval for the price hike. Nepra is scheduled to hear the petition on April 28….
Says progress has been significant, and both sides have developed an understanding Minister for Law and Justice Barrister Aqeel Malik. SCREENGRAB Minister for Law and Justice Barrister Aqeel Malik said on Friday the coming week would be “quite significant” for Pakistan, as Islamabad was once again expected to host talks between the United States and…