Austria hits record temperature
BUDAPEST: The temperature in Austria climbed to a record high on Wednesday, while Hungarians curbed…
Austria hits record temperature
BUDAPEST: The temperature in Austria climbed to a record high on Wednesday, while Hungarians curbed power use as the latest heatwave and drought took their toll on central and southern Europe. Europe, the world’s fastest warming continent, has been ravaged by record-breaking heat and destructive wildfires this summer, with France and Spain particularly hard hit…
Tension eases as Iran, Oman seal Hormuz deal
Two countries agree on shipping route Proposed agreement would give Iran control of inbound traffic Any contr DUBAI/RIYADH: Iran and Oman have reached an understanding on the geographic coordinates for a shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, and a joint announcement is being finalised, provided certain third parties do not interfere,…
Toddler dies after suspected rape
In a deeply disturbing incident, a one-and-a-half-year-old girl died after allegedly being sexually assaulted in Qayyumabad, prompting police to arrest a 17-year-old relative as investigations get under way. The tragedy occurred in the densely populated Qayyumabad area, where the child was brought back home in critical condition after allegedly being taken out by a relative…
Regional film culture witnesses decline
Streaming platforms, modern cinemas with int’l films replace city’s iconic movie theatres ISLAMABAD: Traditional cinema halls in Rawalpindi, once the city’s foremost source of entertainment, have faded into history in the age of social media, leaving behind little more than memories for residents. Cinema enthusiasts, to this day, recall spending every weekend with friends at…
Karachi police arrest 17-year-old relative for alleged rape, murder after toddler dies in Qayyumabad
FIR filed by child’s father alleges the suspect physically assaulted and sexually abused the toddler Karachi police arrest 17-year-old relative for alleged rape, murder after toddler dies in Qayyumabad The Karachi police apprehended a 17-year-old suspect over alleged sexual assault after a one-and-a-half-year-old girl died in Qayyumabad on Wednesday. The first information report (FIR) was registered…
Flooding, truck crash shut Babusar, KKH
. ISLAMABAD: The Babusar Highway was closed after high level flooding at Thak while traffic on the Karakoram Highway suspended following the overturning of a freight truck near Shing Nala (Goner Farm), disrupting travel to the northern areas and prompting authorities to urge motorists to avoid non-essential journeys until both routes are restored. According to…
Pakistan, Iran agree on round-the-clock border operations to spur trade
PM Shehbaz says sustained efforts can help Pakistan and Iran achieve their $10b bilateral trade target Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif holds talks with Iran’s Minister of Industry, Mine and Trade, Syed Mohammad Atabak, in Islamabad on Wednesday as the two sides agree to promote border trade and enhance bilateral economic cooperation. Photo: PMO Pakistan and…
Pakistan, Iran target FTA
Sign minutes after two days of talks covering $10b trade, investment and border connectivity ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Iran on Wednesday agreed to accelerate efforts to expand bilateral trade and investment, reaffirming their commitment to achieving a shared target of $10 billion in annual trade through stronger economic cooperation, progress on a proposed free trade agreement…
Naqvi rules out govt early exit, says will complete term
Says he is answerable only to the prime minister and will advise him to review ministers’ performance Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi speaks to reporters in Lahore on Wednesday. SCREEENGRAB Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday said the government would complete its constitutional five-year term, asserting that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif would remain in office for…
Trade gap widens to $3.95b in July
FRUITLESS STIMULI: Despite availing incentives for the past many decades, there has not been one exporter in the country who has earned a billion dollars from exports in any single financial year. PHOTO:FILE ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s trade deficit widened by one-fourth to nearly $4 billion in July due to $6.9 billion in imports, highlighting external sector…
