CDF Field Marshal Asim Munir speaks with Lebanon’s Commander-in-Chief General Rodolphe Haykal during a meeting at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi. Photo: PPI RAWALPINDI: The top military officers of Lebanon and Bahrain on Tuesday separately called on Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir and held…
Reserve could serve as collateral for govt borrowings, including for reconstruction following June earthquakes The Venezuelan government and the opposition are close to an agreement to transfer the central bank’s gold reserves, worth about $4 billion, to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York from the Bank of England, the Financial Times reported on Friday. Reuters…
Blending anthropology with psychiatry can foster culturally informed, compassionate mental health care. Seminar on bridging minds and cultures: introducing the intersections of Anthropology and Psychiatry to prioritize mental healthcare in Sindh Anthropology and psychiatry can collaborate to lead to a deeper understanding of mental health challenges and culturally appropriate care, said speakers at a seminar…
LAHORE: The Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts & Accessories Manufacturers (PAAPAM) has appealed directly to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and senior cabinet members to retain safeguards against the misuse of used-car import schemes as the government finalises the Auto Policy 2026-31. In a letter to the prime minister, the finance minister, the minister for industries…
Iran’s envoy meets PM as talks’ fate hangs in balance Meeting comes at a critical juncture Dar continues di Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif shakes hands with Iran Ambassador to Pakistan Dr Reza Amiri Moghadam during a meeting in Islamabad. PHOTO: ONLINE ISLAMABAD: Pakistan intensified its behind-the-scenes and overt diplomatic efforts on Wednesday…
SPAIN: Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi, who is facing trial for alleged rape, will bid to have the case dismissed in court on Friday, AFP learned from a source close to the case. A hearing before the Versailles appeals court, west of Paris, will examine the case of the 27-year-old Morocco international who is to…
. There is a breath of fresh air as de-escalation moves onto the agenda of the warring sides. The contention from Tehran that it is willing to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, provided Washington eases military pressure and lifts the blockade of Iranian ports, is a welcome development. For many, it is déjà vu. Both…
At current prices, the looted gold is worth around $70 million. PHOTO: PIXABAY Gold and silver prices witnessed a continued decline in both international and local markets on Friday, tracking a downward trend in global bullion rates. In the international market, the price of gold per ounce dropped by $29, settling at $4,685. This global…
Participants carry Pakistani and AJK flags, chant slogans against India and in support of Pakistan and Wani Young Kashmiris hold Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir flags at a rally commemorating Burhan Wani. Photo Express A rally was held in Azad Jammu and Kashmir’s Muzaffarabad on Wednesday to commemorate the 10th martyrdom anniversary of Burhan…
BANNU: The Bannu police on Saturday issued a detailed list containing photographs, names, and reward amounts for 40 alleged terrorists wanted in multiple cases of terrorism and serious crimes. According to the police, the suspects are wanted in connection with bomb blasts, attacks on security forces, extortion, kidnapping for ransom, target killings, and other heinous…