. ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Sunday reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to supporting diplomatic initiatives aimed at maintaining dialogue and advancing peace. He made these remarks during telephone calls with the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia and Turkiye after US-Iran talks concluded in Islamabad early Sunday morning. In a statement, the…
KARACHI: Senior American journalist and renowned author Fareed Zakaria has said that United States President Donald Trump would need to “give up something” to secure a deal with Iran to end the conflict. In an interview on Express 24/7 programme ‘Full Frame’ with host Fahd Husain, Zakaria said President Trump would want a deal that…
Businesses say they lack incentives to boost industrial growth, agriculture, employment KARACHI: The Pakistan Business Forum (PBF) has expressed concern over several key aspects of the federal budget 2026-27, stating that the budget falls short of delivering the bold and transformative measures required to accelerate industrial growth, enhance exports, revive agriculture, and generate employment opportunities….
Komal Nasir has created unique pieces when it comes to summer dupattas, silk shawls and exquisite stoles. Komal’s collection reflects distinctive use of colours, embellishments, delicate zari work and timeless aesthetic. This summer, Komal Nasir launched yet another exquisite collection where pure fabric meets zardozi and intricate embroidery. Deep Purple and Florals You can never…
Tehran says Hormuz will be reopened on its conditions Says US president wants ‘fabricated victory’ IMF, World Ban President Donald Trump could soon appear on a bank note — breaking longheld tradition against putting living presidents on US money. Photo: AFP/ File WASHINGTON/DUBAI: US President Donald Trump said on Friday he would soon decide on…
ISLAMABAD: “At the beginning of a dynasty, taxation yields large revenue from small assessments. At the end, taxation yields small revenue from large assessments” – Ibn Khaldun. Ibn Khaldun wrote these lines centuries ago, long before the arrival of missions of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), quarterly review meetings and “mini-budgets”. He nevertheless understood something…
Arsenal’s Spanish manager Mikel Arteta accepted his team had to improve if they want to win the Champions League for the first time. Photo: AFP BUDAPEST: The last time Arsenal reached a Champions League final they lost it, and then it took 20 long years to claw their way back to that stage again. After…
Security forces killed four terrorists affiliated with the Indian-sponsored Fitna al-Khawarij in two separate intelligence-based operations (IBO) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the military’s media wing said on Thursday. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), security forces conducted an IBO in Dera Ismail Khan district following reports of terrorist presence. “After an…
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has expressed confidence in his team. Photo: AFP PARIS: Under-fire Liverpool coach Arne Slot said his team will bounce back from their latest setback in a difficult season as they prepare for a rematch with Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on Wednesday. Liverpool welcome back striker Alexander Isak to the…
Perera, Irfan and Labuschagne guided their side to a five-wicket win over Rawalpindiz Hyderabad Kingsmen celebrate a five-wicket win over Rawalpindiz after successfully chasing 121 in a low-scoring PSL 2026 clash. Photo: PSL/FILE Hyderabad Kingsmen continued their winning run in PSL 2026 with a five-wicket victory over Rawalpindiz on Thursday, chasing down a modest target…