ISLAMABAD/TEHRAN: Pakistan on Friday expressed mounting optimism for an elusive agreement, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that the final text of a US-Iran peace deal had been agreed. “We can confirm that a final, agreed upon text of the peace deal has been reached and Pakistan is now working closely with both sides to…
MEXICO CITY: Mexico ignited their World Cup party with a dominant 2-0 victory over nine-man South Africa on Thursday as the biggest ever edition of the global footballing showpiece kicked off at the iconic Estadio Azteca. Julian Quinones scored the opening goal of the tournament and veteran striker Raul Jimenez added a second as the…
ISLAMABAD: The government on Friday announced a Rs17 trillion tax collection target for the new fiscal year, including over Rs1.7 trillion through the petroleum levy, but also gave relief of Rs360 billion to the salaried class, real estate and businesses aimed at kick-starting the economy. The salaried class received Rs52 billion tax relief, while Rs115…
Canada coach Jesse Marsch during the press conference. Photo: REUTERS LONDON: Jesse Marsch has a simple message for anyone wondering whether his Canada side are ready for the weight of a home World Cup: they are not just ready for it, they want it. Canada will arrive at Toronto Stadium on Friday for their first World Cup…
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif chairs video link meeting to finalise cleanliness arrangements across province for Eidul Azha, May 23, 2026. SCREENGRAB LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has reiterated her commitment to eliminating child labour and ensuring a safe, dignified and prosperous future for children across the province. In a message on…
Submarine is equipped with advanced combat systems, modern sensors, Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) technology The first Hangor-class submarine receives a traditional naval welcome, with Pakistan Naval Academy cadets presenting a ceremonial salute while Pakistan Navy Z-9EC helicopters perform a fly-past overhead. PHOTO: APP KARACHI: The first Hangor Class submarine, PNS/M Hangor, has arrived in Karachi…
Says plugging tax leakages will help boost revenues without imposing additional taxes Pakistan Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. Photo: Reuters/ File Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Friday said the government had not imposed any new taxes in the federal budget for FY2026-27 and would instead focus on broadening and deepening the tax net through improved compliance…
Bannu boy overcomes poverty, lack of facilities to become K-P’s top-ranked junior squash player PESHAWAR: Fourteen-year-old Danish Sikandar, a Class 9 student from the backward village of Mandan in Bannu district, has emerged as the number one ranked junior squash player in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa in the Under-15 category, a remarkable journey marked by financial hardship, determination…
Decent Work platform economy convention seeks labour protections for millions in app-based jobs and services The convention applies to “all digital labour platforms” and “all digital platform workers… whether they are in the formal or informal economy”, according to the text adopted by ILO members. PHOTO: PEXELS The first-ever international agreement on safeguarding digital platform…
Council also discussed the proposed draft Rules Regulating Procedure and Conduct of Business of the Council ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) of Pakistan on Thursday decided to introduce certain amendments to the Code of Conduct for Judges while considering a range of institutional and administrative matters during a meeting held at the Supreme Court…