PLL approves costly LNG purchase

PLL floated urgent tenders for the import of three LNG cargoes covering the delivery window from April 27 to May 14 ISLAMABAD: After securing multiple bids for short-term supply, the Pakistan LNG Limited (PLL) board on Saturday approved the purchase of one liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo from the spot market, scheduled to arrive in…

Read More

Zardari underscores industrial cooperation with China during Hunan visit

Says Pakistan and China should deepen collaboration in construction machinery, digital manufacturing, energy sectors President Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday underscored the need to promote industrial technology, skills development and joint ventures with China, saying such partnerships could significantly support Pakistan’s infrastructure and industrial growth. The president, who is on a week-long visit to China’s…

Read More

PDMA issues heatwave alert across K-P during Eid holidays

Officials noted that temperatures in recent days have already been recorded 2°C to 4°C above normal levels, signaling an early onset of intense summer conditions. PHOTO: EXPRESS The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) on Thursday issued a heatwave alert across the province for the Eid holidays, warning of a significant rise in temperatures between May 25…

Read More

PSB rolls out digital platform for athlete talent scouting

The system aims to ensure fair, transparent identification of athletes through a digital selection process ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has launched the National Talent Identification and Verification System (NTIVS), a digital, merit-based initiative aimed at providing a transparent and structured pathway for young athletes across the country to be identified and assessed for national-level…

Read More

Maresca salutes ‘unbelievable’ Cherki

LONDON: Enzo Maresca hailed Rayan Cherki’s “unbelievable” performance in Manchester City’s 4-1 thrashing of Crystal Palace on Friday. City boss Maresca admitted Cherki was frustrated to be left out of the starting line-up for last weekend’s 2-1 win against Bournemouth in their Premier League opener. The France midfielder responded to the snub in emphatic style….

Read More

PM cracks whip on fuel hoarders amid Gulf conflict fallout

Warns of adverse effects of tensions on economy Seeks ‘comprehensive strategy’ for timely response Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chairs a meeting in Islamabad to review austerity measures amid evolving economic situation. Photo: APP ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday directed the authorities concerned, in coordination with the provincial governments, to take strict action against…

Read More

New Zealand joins Australia, EU in banning Israeli occupiers amid rising West Bank violence

Wellington imposes travel bans on 3 Israelis accused of helping expand illegal settlements through violence New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters. PHOTO: ANADOLU AGENCY New Zealand has joined Australia and the EU in imposing travel bans on three Israelis accused of using violence to expand illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank, adding to growing…

Read More