ISLAMABAD: Eleven climate and clean energy startups have graduated from the inaugural cohort of Climate Innovation Pakistan (CLIP), a joint national platform by Renewables First and New Energy Nexus, according to a statement issued on Friday. The 12-week incubator programme provides capacity building, tailored mentorship, investor access and regulatory guidance. Unlike traditional entrepreneurship programmes, CLIP…
New Zealand on Saturday defended the actions of a military patrol aircraft flight near China after Beijing said it had undermined its security interests. China’s foreign ministry said on Friday that a New Zealand P-8A patrol aircraft had “conducted continuous close-in reconnaissance and harassment in the airspace and waters of the Yellow Sea and East…
ISPR says discussions with Iranian leadership focus on fostering sustainable peace, long-term stability in region CDF Munir meets Iranian leaders. PHOTO: EXPRESS The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Field Marshal Asim Munir, on Saturday concluded a three-day official visit to Iran, where he underscored the need for dialogue and…
Rossouw (60*) and Hasan Nawaz (49) guided Quetta Gladiators to a six-wicket chase of 135 against Lahore Qalandars. Photo: PSL/FILE Defending champions Lahore Qalandars saw their playoff hopes fade further after slumping to a six-wicket defeat against Quetta Gladiators in the Pakistan Super League on Friday.Chasing a modest 135 on a slow, two-paced surface at…
Minister stresses GSP Plus scheme as cornerstone for export growth, textile sector ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan held a detailed meeting with European Union (EU) Ambassador Raimundas Karoblis to discuss strengthening Pakistan-European Union economic relations, with a particular focus on the upcoming Pakistan-EU Business Forum scheduled for April 28-29, 2026, in Islamabad,…
Pakistan have included four uncapped players in a 16-man squad for next month’s two-Test series in Bangladesh, while former captain Sarfaraz Ahmed takes over as head coach. Abdullah Fazal, Amad Butt, Azan Awais and Ghazi Ghori earned maiden call-ups, with only Ghori having prior international exposure after featuring in a One-Day International against Bangladesh last…
169 seats have been allocated on open merit, with additional quotas reserved for different segments of society Federal Public Service Commission building in Islamabad. Photo: File ISLAMABAD: The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has advertised vacancies for Central Superior Services (CSS) 2025, while sources indicate a strong possibility that the results may be announced on…
Inter Milan’s Nicolo Barella celebrates scoring their second goal with Marcus Thuram and teammates. Photo: REUTERS/FILE MILAN: Inter Milan took another step towards the Serie A title on Friday by comfortably beating Cagliari 3-0 and taking a provisional 12-point lead at the top of the table. Quickfire strikes shortly after half-time at the San Siro…
Pakistan’s finance ministry had projected inflation would remain within a 5% to 6% range in January. PHOTO:FILE KARACHI: Pakistan’s weekly inflation surged to a 75-week high, with the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) rising 12.16% year-on-year (YoY) for the week ended April 16, 2026, signalling intense price pressure despite a temporary week-on-week (WoW) decline, according to…
Frank Lampard celebrates as Coventry City secure Premier League promotion after 25 years, completing a remarkable managerial turnaround. Photo: AFP/FILE LONDON: Frank Lampard has silenced his critics by leading Coventry into the Premier League for the first time in 25 years, masterminding a promotion-winning campaign that rehabilitated the former Chelsea star’s managerial reputation. Lampard’s Championship…