Geological Agency says there is no potential for a collapse large enough to trigger tsunami Indonesia’s Mount Anak Krakatau erupts, spews rocks, volcanic ash. PHOTO: ANADOLU AGENCY Indonesia’s Mount Anak Krakatau erupted overnight into Saturday, spewing rocks and volcanic ash into the air, the country’s Geological Agency said. “As of today, September 5, 2026, at…
LAHORE: The Punjab government has directed all relevant departments to remain on high alert as weather authorities forecast widespread rainfall, possible urban flooding and rising river flows in parts of the province over the coming days. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) stated that moist currents from the Arabian Sea, combined with an approaching westerly wave,…
Set against warm tones, the deep hues and luxurious fabrications of this collection impart a sensation of warmth. The collection boasts of skilled hand-crafted techniques, from hand dyed colour treatments to using burnout velvet applique and intricate embroideries. This textural duo exemplifies the other big trend of the season (velvet) in each ensemble through unique…
The two counterparts also exchange views on the regional situation, including Occupied East Jerusalem Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar received Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. PHOTO: FO Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah on Monday felicitated Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign…
FIRST-HAND KNOWLEDGE: US Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA) stands next to Palestinian residents of Turmus Ayya, near Ramallah, during a visit in the Israeli-occupied West Bank. REUTERS WEST BANK/ TURMUS AYYA: US Democratic lawmaker Ro Khanna said he was detained by Israeli settlers armed with US-made rifles during a West Bank visit this week that he…
Aurangzeb said the Middle East conflict had not affected Pakistan’s external account, and even if the war continues during May-June, the country is on track to achieve this fiscal year’s current account deficit target. photo: file ISLAMABAD: State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jameel Ahmad said on Wednesday that the central bank bought $27 billion…
To cover losses, successive governments have increased electricity prices and imposed a Rs3.23 per unit surcharge to service debts taken for power distribution companies, pushing energy prices to the highest levels in the region. Photo: file ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Energy’s Power Division on Friday warned electricity consumers against fraudulent schemes involving fake links and…
20% of global oil, LNG supplies pass through the Strait before US, Israel launched strikes against Iran on February 28 NEW YORK: Oil prices jumped about 6% on Monday as Iran stepped up attacks on the United Arab Emirates and ships in the Middle East Gulf over the past 24 hours. Brent futures rose $6.79,…
Afghans bound for US told to return home or seek resettlement in a third country, says FM spokesperson Special Immigrants from Afghanistan walk through the in-processing building after their evacuation at Camp As Sayliyah, Qatar, August 20, 2021. U.S. Army/Sgt. Jimmie Baker/Handout via REUTERS Afghanistan on Saturday urged its citizens who are currently stranded in…
. The writer is an assistant professor. He can be reached at mujeebalisamo110@gmail.com Is charity still charity when it becomes a spectacle? What shames us is that, in the age of social media, even acts of kindness are recorded, photographed and broadcast. Reels are produced, banners are displayed, and images of vulnerable people are uploaded…