11 startups graduate from CLIP incubator

ISLAMABAD: Eleven climate and clean energy startups have graduated from the inaugural cohort of Climate Innovation Pakistan (CLIP), a joint national platform by Renewables First and New Energy Nexus, according to a statement issued on Friday. The 12-week incubator programme provides capacity building, tailored mentorship, investor access and regulatory guidance. Unlike traditional entrepreneurship programmes, CLIP…

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Erdogan did not say Turkiye would have attacked Israel if Pakistan wasn’t mediating US-Iran talks

A fact-check found no credible reports of Erdogan backing that claim or stance publicly Erdogan did not mention Islamabad in his speech and instead criticised Israel for its bombardment of Lebanon. PHOTO: VIDEO GRAB Multiple accounts across social media platforms had been sharing a clip since April 11, 2026, claiming that it showed Turkish President Recep…

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Multan Sultans top PSL table

Multan Sultans eased to a convincing six‑wicket victory over Quetta Gladiators in the Pakistan Super League on Sunday night, dominating with bat and ball at the Gaddafi Stadium. The result underlined the Sultans’ intentions as they moved back to the top of the PSL 2026 points table with their third win in four matches.   Quetta…

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Crusaders hail Fainga’anuku’s switch

CHRISTCHURCH: The Canterbury Crusaders say star back Leicester Fainga’anuku’s move into the forward pack has exceeded expectations after he powered the defending champions to an important Super Rugby win. Fainga’anuku was a dynamic performer playing as a flanker in Friday night’s 36-20 victory over the higher-ranked Auckland Blues in Christchurch. It was a third successive…

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Marine academy to get degree status, funds

KARACHI: Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has said the government is taking concrete steps to strengthen marine education, promote ocean awareness and actively engage youth in sustainable ocean stewardship. In a conversation with The Express Tribune during his visit to the Pakistan Marine Academy (PMA) in Karachi, the minister emphasised that…

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FCC curbs registrar’s powers on petitions

Says deciding maintainability of constitutional petition requires interpretation of Constitution ISLAMABAD: The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) has ruled that a court registrar has no authority to determine the maintainability of constitutional petitions or appeals, declaring that such questions can only be decided by the court through judicial determination. In a detailed 16-page order authored by…

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Kane stars as England beat Croatia

ARLINGTON: Harry Kane scored twice in the first half as England eventually saw off Croatia 4-2 to launch their World Cup title assault in Texas on Wednesday. Jude Bellingham, immediately after half-time, and substitute Marcus Rashford with five minutes to go ensured a winning start for Thomas Tuchel’s side after Croatia had fought back to…

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Man City beat Arsenal to seize title race control

Manchester City players celebrate their 2-1 win against Arsenal at the Etihad. Photo: AFP LONDON: Manchester City beat stumbling Arsenal 2-1 on Sunday to seize control of the Premier League title race as Liverpool strengthened their push for a Champions League place. Mikel Arteta’s Gunners have been in pole position for months but are wobbling…

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AJK govt rules out blanket amnesty for JAAC

MUZAFFARABAD: The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government has ruled out any blanket amnesty for leaders of proscribed Joint Awami Action Committee (Jaac), holding them responsible for recent deaths and violence and vowing to pursue legal action against them. Addressing a joint press conference alongside Inspector General of Police (IGP) Liaqat Ali Malik, Chief Secretary…

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