Broadband internet services have been restored across Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) on Sunday at 12am after remaining shut for 99 days, apart from a brief restoration of more than 40 hours. The DSL connectivity has also been restored, while 3G and 4G mobile internet services will remain unavailable for a few days. The restoration…
Politicians urge action after rogue AI agents hack systems and safety researchers quit over technology risks OpenAI will not go public in 2026, Chief Executive Sam Altman said in remarks published on Saturday, citing safety concerns over artificial intelligence that render “unacceptable” even a 10% risk that AI could cause human extinction by decade’s…
Amodei urges AI safety checks, industry standards and international cooperation to curb unchecked AI risks CEO of Anthropic Dario Amodei, addresses the gathering at the AI Impact Summit, in New Delhi, India, February 19, 2026. REUTERS Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei called on AI companies to slow the rate at which they advance model capabilities amid…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday announced a special relief scheme offering Rs100 per litre off petrol for motorcycles, rickshaws, Qingqi rickshaws and cars with engines of up to 800cc. "In this hour of difficulty, we will not leave the public alone. To alleviate the burden of rising oil prices on users of motorcycles, rickshaws,…
Elena Rybakina celebrates with the winner’s trophy after her final match against Aryna Sabalenka. Photo: REUTERS NEW YORK: Elena Rybakina denied Aryna Sabalenka a third straight US Open title on Saturday, punctuating her rise to world number one with a victory over the player she’s replacing at the summit. Rybakina, already assured of supplanting Sabalenka…
Ceremony featured detailed discussions on promoting trade, investment, economic cooperation and business ties Officials, diplomats and business leaders attend the inaugural ceremony of the Pakistan-Africa Economic Council in Islamabad. PHOTO: APP Pakistan and African countries, at the launch ceremony of the Pakistan-Africa Economic Council (PAEC), reaffirmed their resolve to raise bilateral trade to $15 billion…
Both leaders agree to remain in close contact and look forward to meeting each other soon Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (R) meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif ahead of their meeting in Riyadh on September 17, 2025. Photo: AFP Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday condemned recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia’s…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s junior hockey team staged a superb comeback to beat Malaysia 4-2 in the bronze-medal match of the Men’s Junior Asia Cup 2026, securing third place and the bronze medal. Malaysia made an aggressive start, taking a 2-0 lead through a field goal by Adam Johari in the 11th minute and a penalty-corner goal…
He sees enough red-ball talent to build a stronger side but warns progress will take time Pakistan interim head coach Mike Hesson said he is open to taking charge of the Test team permanently alongside his white-ball responsibilities after their eight-wicket series-ending defeat to England on Saturday. “I’d be open to it, for sure,” Hesson…
Afghanistan fast bowler Naveen-ul-Haq is set to make his international return after almost two years out with injuries when his side face India in a three-match Twenty20 series starting on Sunday. Naveen, 26, has endured a difficult rehabilitation process after a stress fracture in his right shoulder was followed by surgery to repair a labrum…