IMPROVED TIES: Pakistan-US relations have warmed in recent months, and the request for a $10 billion backup facility is seen in the context of enhanced diplomatic relations. PHOTO:FILE ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said on Wednesday that an under-discussion $10 billion facility by the United States would not be a loan but would be used…
Diverse selection that includes pop, ballads, hip-hop reflects growing global reach of Pakistani music Spotify’s editorial team has highlighted 50 Pakistani songs that it says have stood out during the first half of 2026, reflecting the changing sounds and themes of the country’s music scene. The selection, titled “The Best Pakistani Songs of the Year…
. The writer is an Adjunct Professor of Epidemiology at the University of Nebraska and has worked for the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. He can be reached at jasghar@gmail.com I was an avid reader and literally a bookworm while growing up. I would read every printed thing that came my way, including…
Stars to feature in ‘Asha Forever’, celebrating the late playback singer’s enduring musical legacy Oscar-winning Indian composer AR Rahman has revealed a star-studded lineup for his upcoming tribute video for legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, with Shah Rukh Khan, Kamal Haasan, Salman Khan and filmmaker Karan Johar set to appear in the project. Titled Asha…
Nawaz Sharif personally signs the nomination letters, interviews women aspirants in Murree along with Punjab CM Maryam PML-N Supremo Nawaz Sharif and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz wave to supporters during an election rally in Mirpur ahead of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir legislative assembly elections on Friday. Photo: X MUZAFFARABAD: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N)…
FO says Kashmir is an internationally recognised disputed territory awaiting final disposition Foreign Office. Photo: File Pakistan on Wednesday summoned the US charge d’affaires in Islamabad and lodged a “strong demarche” over US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor’s visit to Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) and his remarks describing the disputed territory as…
KARACHI: India downed Pakistan 5-3 in a pulsating Group D clash at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen on Wednesday, knocking their arch-rivals out of the FIH Hockey World Cup after the Green-shirts suffered their second defeat of the tournament. Captain Harmanpreet Singh scored twice from penalty corners while Abhishek added two field goals as…
Says PPP’s position regarding provinces is very clear, if there is consensus, a province should be formed Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari addresses a press conference at the Parliament House in Islamabad. SCREENGRAB Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Wednesday ruled out support for the government’s proposed legislation in the Senate…
Zhuque-3 recovery brings Beijing closer to low-cost, high-frequency commercial spaceflight Zhuque-3 rocket by China’s private rocket firm LandSpace lifts off from the Dongfeng Commercial Space Innovation Pilot Zone in northwestern China, near Jiuquan, Gansu province, China, August 19, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS China’s commercial space industry took another important step towards making rocket launches cheaper, more…
The Commonwealth Games bronze medallist was handed Rs2 million for her fine achievement Federal Minister Rana Sanaullah presents reward to Commonwealth Games medalist Fatima Zahra. Photo: Zulfiqar Baig ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s federal government has awarded boxer Fatima Zahra Rs2 million for winning a bronze medal at the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games. Prime Minister’s adviser on Inter-Provincial…