Gold falls Rs3,300/tola in local market

Global prices rise on weaker dollar, easing geopolitical risks amid potential Iran deal KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan fell on Friday, tracking a divergence from the international market where bullion extended gains on the back of a weaker dollar and easing geopolitical risks after signals of a potential Iran deal. In the local market, the…

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Sindh Rangers, CTD arrest most-wanted SRA terrorist Abdul Jabbar Sarki

He was arrested at a Rangers check post near Raees Goth on Hub River Road while travelling from Quetta to Karachi Personnel of Sindh Rangers. PHOTO: EXPRESS/FILE KARACHI: A most-wanted terrorist affiliated with the banned Sindhudesh Revolutionary Army (SRA) was arrested during a joint intelligence-based operation conducted by the Sindh Rangers and the Counter-Terrorism Department…

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Gauff French Open title defence ends

Coco Gauff marched into the quarter-finals of the Stuttgart Open with straight-sets victory. PHOTO: REUTERS/FILE PARIS: Reigning champion Coco Gauff’s French Open title defence came to an end in the third round on Saturday as top seed Aryna Sabalenka and Naomi Osaka both won to set up a blockbuster last-16 clash. Gauff went down 4-6,…

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PMD predicts rain, thunderstorms in parts of Sindh

KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Saturday predicted light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and dust storms at isolated locations in parts of Sindh on June 1, offering relief after days of intense heat across the province. The department said weather conditions driven by severe heat and westerly winds affecting northern parts of…

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Electric tram project stalled amid controversy

LAHORE: The proposed electric tram project along Lahore’s canal—touted as a modern, eco-friendly transport solution—has yet to take off and continues to face persistent delays. Earlier this year, the government announced plans to implement the electric tram project along the Lahore Canal corridor, covering multiple key routes, and even conducted an initial trial run. However,…

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Messi plushies see roaring trade

A worker packs merchandise of Lionel Messi in China. Photo: AFP LONDON: Toy charms shaped like a goat and decked out in Lionel Messi’s Argentina number 10 shirt pepper a factory tabletop in China, where sellers are betting on the country’s lucrative fan market for a big World Cup boost. The World Cup begins in…

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SC, FBR to streamline data sharing

CJ emphasises that effective resolution of tax disputes is essential for strengthening public confidence Justice Yahya Afridi. Photo: SC website ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi has emphasised that the resolution of tax disputes is essential for strengthening public confidence and improving governance. The top judge made the remarks as he chaired a consultative…

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‘Budget aims at providing relief to public’

PM says journey of development will continue; economy has achieved stability despite challenges ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said the government presented the budget of relief and public welfare, reduced the burden on the salaried class and took steps for increasing exports, promoting industries and agricultural growth, investment and economic development. In a…

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