Mexico’s Luis Romo celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates. Photo: REUTERS LOS ANGELES: Mexico became the first team to reach the knockout round of the World Cup on Thursday after a 1-0 victory over South Korea while Canada edged closer to the last 32 after thrashing Qatar. A howler from South Korea goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu gifted…
Australia players not to leave IPL for Pakistan ODIs Cricket Australia has confirmed that its players will be allowed to complete their Indian Premier League commitments before joining the national squad for the upcoming ODI series against Pakistan.According to Curicbuzz, Australian players currently involved in the IPL “will still be in the IPL and will…
Secret sites were used for air support, refuelling and medical services, according to New York Times investigation Israel built two covert military sites in Iraq’s western desert to support operations against Iran, according to a report Sunday by the New York Times. The newspaper, citing Iraqi and regional officials, said a newly disclosed site was…
Over 30k beneficiaries await assistance; scholarships, medical aid remain suspended RAWALPINDI: The Zakat Department will not provide financial assistance to registered low-income families and widowed women across the Rawalpindi Division on the occasion of Eidul Azha, following the suspension of similar payments during Eidul Fitr amid an acute financial crisis. More than 30,000 registered beneficiaries…
Both leaders described the day as one of the most significant moments in Islamic history ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday called upon the nation to draw inspiration from the enduring message of Karbala, urging people to uphold the values of truth, justice, patience, sacrifice and moral courage exemplified…
Over 20 sustain injuries as armed members of banned JAAC open fire on security personnel RAWALAKOT: Four law enforcement agencies’ (LEA) personnel were martyred and over 20 were injured after elements allegedly associated with the banned Joint Awami Action Committee (Jaac) opened fire on them in the Rawalakot area of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK)…
Expert briefs committee that the annual impact of 51 days of war on economy is in the range of $10-14b MNA Syed Naveed Qamar chairs the meeting of the National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance and Revenue at Parliament House in Islamabad on Thursday. Photo: X The Middle East conflict could cause $10-68 billion in annual…
Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Iran Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. Photo: Files Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Sunday emphasised the need for continued dialogue and engagement to resolve ongoing issues during a telephone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi. According to the statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs…
Officials said the reversal of austerity steps would ensure smoother functioning of judicial work The Supreme Court said that as a constitutional body under Article 175 of the Constitution, it must have autonomy to conceive, design, and approve infrastructure projects in accordance with its institutional requirements. Photo: Online ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court has withdrawn its…
PPP’s Hussain Tariq questions Rs6.9 trillion direct tax target, flags 54% rise in electricity inflation in a year Information Minister Attaullah Tarar speaks at the National Assembly budget session on June 14, 2026. SCREENGRAB Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Sunday defended the federal budget in the National Assembly, claiming enforcement measures had generated Rs800 billion…