ISLAMABAD: The government on Friday raised prices of both petrol and high speed diesel (HSD) by Rs15 amid fluctuation in global oil prices due to closure of the Strait of Hormuz effective from May 9 (today). According to a press release issued by the Ministry of Energy (Petroleum Division), the price of HSD increased by…
New Delhi: Kolkata Knight Riders’ Finn Allen (PTI Photo) Finn Allen delivered a career-defining maiden IPL century to power Kolkata Knight Riders to a dominant eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals, and after the match he opened up on the mindset shift behind his explosive turnaround. Allen smashed an unbeaten 100 off 47 balls, reaching his…
Govt pledges adherence to pre-war targets Money will be disbursed early next week The government has agreed to the need for a mini-budget if revenues fall short of expectations by end-December 2025, according to the IMF. Photo: file ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund’s executive board on Friday approved $1.2 billion loan tranches after Pakistan accepted…
NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar came down heavily on Delhi Capitals batters and criticized them for their lack of intent in their IPL 2026 match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Friday.“They don’t look to hit sixes,” Gavaskar said in the TV commentary during the match, questioning DC’s intent in powerplay.DC openers KL…
Efforts to end the war between the US and Iran appeared to stall as the two sides traded fire in the Gulf on Friday, while a US intelligence analysis concluded Tehran could withstand a naval blockade for another four months. The CIA assessment also concluded that the US bombing campaign of Iran, hailed as a…
Kolkata Knight Riders’ Finn Allen (ANI Photo) Kolkata Knight Riders produced a commanding all-round display to beat Delhi Capitals and keep their IPL 2026 playoff hopes alive. Chasing 143, KKR recovered from early setbacks through an important partnership between Finn Allen and Cameron Green, with Allen smashing his maiden IPL hundred to power KKR to…
. MIRANSHAH: At least eight people, including women, were injured when a quadcopter drone allegedly exploded in the Kinger Jan Bahadur area of Bannu on Friday night. According to police, the drone reportedly entered the area from an unknown direction and fell near a residential neighbourhood. Moments after fall, it exploded with a loud blast,…
Kolkata Knight Riders’ Finn Allen celebrates his century (PTI Photo) Ajinkya Rahane reflected on a complete performance from Kolkata Knight Riders after their commanding eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals, praising both the batting heroics of Finn Allen and the consistency of his bowling unit. KKR sealed their fourth straight win in IPL 2026 after first…
. LAHORE: The Punjab Information Technology Board has launched a new facility for marriage registration and issuance of marriage certificates at 15 e-service centres across Punjab to simplify the process for citizens. Officials said the initiative would enable citizens to register marriages and obtain certificates in a fast, secure and convenient manner without complicated procedures….
The Balochistan Assembly. PHOTO: EXPRESS The Balochistan Assembly on Friday unanimously approved a congratulatory resolution commemorating the first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq, with lawmakers paying tribute to Pakistan’s armed forces for their role in defending the country and countering external threats. The resolution, moved by Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti, received support from both treasury and…