Gold prices in Pakistan Today

Following international market trends, gold prices increase in Pakistan by Rs 15,700 At current prices, the looted gold is worth around $70 million. PHOTO: PIXABAY Gold prices climbed ‌to a nearly three-week high on Wednesday as markets reassessed near-term risks after US President Donald Trump agreed to suspend bombings and attacks on Iran for two…

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CPJ condemns Israeli ‘kidnapping’ of journalists aboard Global Sumud aid flotilla

Says Israel is responsible for ensuring the safety of all journalists and must immediately release them The Flotilla was attacked on April 30 near Greece. PHOTO: ANADOLU The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) on Friday condemned Israel’s “kidnapping” of several journalists aboard the Global Sumud humanitarian aid flotilla. “Israel is responsible for ensuring the safety…

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Hill stations see tourist surge

Influx leads to heavy traffic, high occupancy in hotels, guest houses and restaurants NATHIAGALI: As temperatures rise across Pakistan, a noticeable surge in tourist activity has been recorded in the scenic hill stations of Galiyat and Thandiani, where visitors are heading to escape the heat and enjoy the cool climate. According to details, a large…

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Napoli’s Serie A title defence boosted

Napoli’s Matteo Politano celebrates scoring the winner against AC Milan. Photo: AFP/FILE MILAN: Napoli are still in the hunt to retain their Serie A title after the champions beat Scudetto rivals AC Milan 1-0 on Monday.Matteo Politano came off the bench and lashed home the only goal of the game with 11 minutes remaining in…

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Gas pipeline explosion in Haripur leaves eight dead

Deceased include women and children trapped in fire at gas pipeline in Hattar Industrial Estate At least eight members of a household were killed, and five others were injured after a fire from an explosion in a gas pipeline in Haripur in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s Hazara division, officials said on Thursday. The blaze engulfed nearby residential settlements…

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Can AI really pick juiciest watermelon?

While, experts have not dismissed the idea, but they remain cautious about fully relying on AI for fruit selection. Listen to article As watermelon season kicks off, consumers once again face the age-old challenge of selecting the ripest and juiciest fruit. A growing trend on social media, meanwhile, suggests that artificial intelligence (AI) can help solve the…

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Is Durj worth the controversy?

Despite the criticism, Durj is an earnest effort by Abbasi and team to break from the mould of Pakistani cinema What adds to Durj’s appeal or perhaps thrill, is that it is based on real-life cannibalism incidents in Bhakkar. PHOTO:TWITTER/DURJ. Pakistani cinema is slowly (read at a snail’s pace) evolving to encompass a wider range…

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Between reserves and reality: external sector under pressure

For years, Pakistan has relied on friendly countries for financing, but recent developments suggest shift in behaviour ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s economic managers often point to rising foreign exchange reserves as a sign of stabilisation. On paper, the narrative appears reassuring: reserves have recovered from crisis lows, inflation remains within range, and the country continues to meet…

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NJPMC issues guidelines for AI integration in Judicial institutions

Says guidelines position AI as powerful assistive tool that will enhance performance while preserving human judgment Police officers walk past the Supreme Court of Pakistan building, in Islamabad, Pakistan April 6, 2022. REUTERS The National Judicial Policy Making Committee (NJPMC) on Wednesday formally issued national guidelines for the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in judicial…

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