Warns that any disruption in the ocean could significantly impact global supply chains and energy prices Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf, as chief guest, addresses an international conference, stressing collaboration between industry, academia and end-users to promote innovation, indigenisation and self-reliance. Photo: X Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf on…
LAHORE: The Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts & Accessories Manufacturers (Paapam) has voiced concern over reports that the draft Automobile & Auto Parts Manufacturing Policy (2026-31) is being forwarded to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) without meaningful consultation with the Engineering Development Board (EDB), parts vendors and other key industry stakeholders. In a statement, Paapam…
LONDON: An envoy to US President Donald Trump has asked world football’s governing body FIFA to replace Iran with Italy at the World Cup, according to the Financial Times. US special envoy Paolo Zampolli told the FT on Wednesday it would be a “dream” to see four-time World Cup winners Italy at the finals in…
Foreign minister spokesman says both sides working towards beneficial and forward-looking trade agreement An attendee holds U.S. and India’s flags as they gather on the South Lawn of the White House to watch an official State Arrival ceremony as US President Joe Biden hosts India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a State Visit at the…
PM expresses satisfaction over what he described as the ‘positive trajectory’ of Pakistan-China relations China’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong, calls on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday. PHOTO: SCREENGRAB Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong, on Thursday lauded Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts for peace in the Middle East during a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif,…
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan declined on Wednesday, diverging from gains in the international market, where bullion rebounded from a more than one-week low, supported by softer US Treasury yields and fresh bargain hunting amid geopolitical uncertainty. In the local market, the price of gold per tola fell by Rs1,200 to settle at Rs498,962, according…
Machida supporters wave flags during a home match in 2024. Photo: AFP TOKYO: Japan’s Machida Zelvia shared their clubhouse with senior citizens doing fitness classes less than a decade ago. Now they’re one win away from being Asian champions. The team from the Tokyo suburbs will look to complete their remarkable transformation from non-league nobodies…
The clips are doctored through AI, and audio-visual analysis also revealed discrepancies Multiple people and accounts on X were sharing two videos since Wednesday, claiming that they show Indian soldiers announcing their resignations in protest against the Modi government’s apathy during Operation Sindoor. However, the clips are doctored through AI. On May 7, 2025, the…
Advises citizens avoid unnecessary exposure to direct sunlight, drink water and take precautionary measures Men ride on a motorbike as they cover their heads with a wet cloth to cool off and to avoid sunlight, during a hot summer day, as the heatwave continues in Jacobabad, Pakistan May 26. Photo: REUTERS The National Disaster Management…
Energy minister says Pakistan is not sure when it will get more cargoes from Qatar Pakistan LNG Limited has issued its first spot tender for liquefied natural gas (LNG) since December 2023 amid supply shortfalls triggered by the US-Israeli war with Iran. The company is seeking bids from international suppliers for three LNG cargoes of around…