State Bank of Pakistan. Photo: File KARACHI: Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) recorded a modest increase of $19 million on a weekly basis to reach $16.4 billion, according to the latest data released by the SBP. The country’s total liquid foreign reserves stood at $21.89 billion, indicating a…
According to NBC, strikes hit bases hard, damaging key assets across 7 countries costs billions of damages This UGC image posted on social media on March 29, 2026 and verified by AFP staff appears to show a destroyed US Air Force Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft, primarily used for air traffic control, in…
ISLAMABAD: The Maritime Affairs Minister on Friday sought a detailed report on the hijacking of an oil tanker by pirates near Somalia, with 11 Pakistani crew members on board, and directed the relevant authorities to coordinate with the Foreign Ministry, Pakistan Navy and others for the recovery of the hostages. Initial details suggested that pirates…
A worker holds a fuel nozzle to fills fuel in a car at petrol station in Karachi on September 16, 2023. Photo: REUTERS/ File Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday jacked up prices of both high-speed diesel (HSD) and petrol by Rs26.77 per litre despite no increase being required in the rates of petrol. The…
Multiple users across social media platforms were sharing a video on Friday claiming it shows United States President Donald Trump falling asleep and hitting his head on his desk in the White House. However, the clip is doctored. On Thursday, Trump held a healthcare affordability event in the Oval Office at the White House. During…
LAHORE: Following a surge in confirmed coronavirus cases and a significant increase in the number of patients recovering, a black market of blood plasma has emerged across the country, particularly in the provincial capital. People are selling blood plasma of the patients who have recovered from coronavirus for tens of thousands of rupees, The Express…
LAHORE: Punjab is experiencing prolonged and increasingly disruptive electricity outages, with rural areas reporting load-shedding of up to 16 hours a day and urban centres facing recurring interruptions, according to residents and power distribution officials. The situation has intensified across regions served by Lahore Electric Supply Company (Lesco), Multan Electric Power Company (Mepco), Faisalabad (Fesco)…
Iranian delegation led by Speaker Ghalibaf touches down in Islamabad US VP Vance en route Federal capital abu Pakistan’s leaders welcome the Iranian delegation for talks with the United States in Islamabad on Friday night. — SCREENGRAB ISLAMABAD: As senior figures from the United States and Iran are set to hold historic…
WWF says rescued pangolin underwent quarantine, rehab and monitoring under vets to ensure recovery The rescued pangolin in Mardan. PHOTO: WWF PAKISTAN MARDAN: A rare pangolin was rescued, rehabilitated and released into the wild during a joint effort between WWF-Pakistan and the wildlife department of Mardan division on Monday. The highly endangered species was rescued from…
Italian driver of Mercedes Kimi Antonelli celebrates after winning the Formula One Japanese Grand Prix at the Suzuka circuit. Photo: REUTERS/FILE MIAMI: Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes won the Japanese Grand Prix on Sunday for his second straight victory as the 19-year-old Italian became the youngest driver in Formula One history to lead the world championship…