From viral memes to political ballads, Pakistan’s ceasefire proposal turns global diplomacy into internet gold A tense international standoff quickly became internet comedy gold as the hashtag #PakGlobalPeaceMaker started trending on X. Timelines exploded with memes casting Pakistan as the world’s unofficial referee, stepping in to fix global tensions like it was just another Wednesday. Behind…
Chinese foreign ministry says both sides also agree not to take actions that could escalate, complicate the situation Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning gestures during a press conference at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Beijing, on May 24, 2023. PHOTO: CHINESE FORIEGN MINISTRY China’s foreign ministry said on Wednesday that Afghanistan and Pakistan…
Calls for fiscal discipline, currency stability as devolution of agriculture, industry fails to deliver Within 60 days of the approval of FRDL (Amendment) Act 2021, the federal government will establish an office to be called debt management office. photo: file LAHORE: The Pakistan Business Forum (PBF) has written to leading political figures, including Nawaz Sharif,…
From equity conversations to on-the-spot hiring, fair redefined how students connect with Pakistan’s startup ecosystem Students gather at the Founders’ Fair at NIC, Islamabad. PHOTO: NIC Islamabad’s National Incubation Centre (NIC) hosted a Founder’s Fair from April 6 to 8, allowing for a curated, high-energy networking expo that bridges the gap between high-growth startups and top…
Leaders discuss start of formal negotiations under Pakistan-facilitated framework and reopening of Strait of Hormuz PM Shehbaz (right) holds talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian (left) on US-Iran ceasefire Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Wednesday on the ceasefire between Iran and the United States during a telephonic conversation, the Prime Minister’s Office said…
US crude falls 15% to $96.31, Brent down 13% to $94.71 after market reacts to US-Iran ceasefire news Oil prices slid, stocks and bonds surged, while the safe-haven dollar was knocked back on Wednesday, as a two-week Middle East ceasefire brought some relief to markets on hopes for a resumption of oil and gas flows…
Jasveen Sangha, who supplied 51 vials of ketamine used to inject star on day he died, faces over 60 years in prison Matthew Perry & Jasveen Sangha. Photos: File A dealer dubbed the “Ketamine Queen” who supplied the drugs that killed Friends Actor Matthew Perry is set to be sentenced in a California court on…
Authorities enforce Section 144 across the district, banning public gatherings for 15 days RAWALPINDI: A planned PTI protest outside Adiala jail on Tuesday was cut short as law enforcement agencies detained several party leaders and workers, including the sisters of incarcerated former prime minister Imran Khan, amid sweeping restrictions imposed across Rawalpindi. The party had…
Following international market trends, gold prices increase in Pakistan by Rs 15,700 At current prices, the looted gold is worth around $70 million. PHOTO: PIXABAY Gold prices climbed to a nearly three-week high on Wednesday as markets reassessed near-term risks after US President Donald Trump agreed to suspend bombings and attacks on Iran for two…
Trading currently underway, with upbeat sentiment and celebratory buying still driving the market higher The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) erupted in celebration on Wednesday as investors cheered the global peace momentum brokered by Pakistan and easing tensions between Iran and the United States, triggering a wave of aggressive buying across the market. The benchmark KSE-30…