Robot footballers thrill crowds in South Korea
Robots take part in a football match at RoboCup 2026. Photo: AFP LONDON: Thirty seconds…
Robot footballers thrill crowds in South Korea
Robots take part in a football match at RoboCup 2026. Photo: AFP LONDON: Thirty seconds before kick-off, humanoid robot footballers in red and blue jerseys await the referee’s signal in the South Korean port city of Incheon. The match setting is RoboCup, branded as the world’s largest robotics competition, where engineers are betting on a fully…
India approves buying $5.46 billion in military equipment
Clears acquisition of missiles, electronic warfare systems and kamikaze drones for military The Indian Army’s BrahMos missile launcher is displayed during the Republic Day parade in New Delhi, India, January 26, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS India on Friday approved the purchase of a range of military equipment for its defence forces worth $5.46 billion, including missiles,…
Late profit-taking caps PSX rally
KARACHI: The KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) extended its positive momentum and gained around 470 points to settle above 184,500. The market opened on a strong note and rallied to the intra-day high of 185,890.53 before profit-taking trimmed gains in the second half, with the index dipping to the intra-day low of…
PHF announces international coaching team to lead national hockey revival
A key objective of these appointments is the development of Pakistan’s own coaching infrastructure Pakistan hockey team players celebrate after scoring during their emphatic 7-2 win over Malaysia in the Sultan of Johor Cup match held in Johor Bahru on Saturday. Photo: X LAHORE: The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) is pleased to announce the selection…
Swiatek, Zverev cruise into Wimbledon last 32
Iga Swiatek laid down a marker at Wimbledon by swatting aside Karolina Pliskova. Photo: AFP LONDON: Iga Swiatek put a stuttering start to her Wimbledon title defencefirmly behind her by powering to a statement second-round victory over Karolina Pliskova, while Alexander Zverev also eased through on Thursday. Reigning champion Swiatek, who struggled to hold back tears after battling past Taylor Townsend in…
Alibaba sees CPEC 2.0 boosting trade
Executive says SMEs need tech & AI, simpler export procedures to compete globally Global sourcing trends are creating new opportunities for Pakistan. As international buyers diversify their supply chains, they are increasingly seeking dependable manufacturing partners while placing greater emphasis on quality. photo:file ISLAMABAD: With a strong entrepreneurial spirit and competitive manufacturing capabilities, Pakistan can…
Meta’s Zuckerberg says AI agent tech progressing slower than expected
Meta moderates internal changes after layoffs and AI team shifts sparked employee backlash and morale concerns Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg wears the Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses, as he delivers a speech presenting the new line of smart glasses, during the Meta Connect event at the company’s headquarters in Menlo Park, California, US, September 17, 2025….
Gold prices in Pakistan Today
KARACHI: Gold prices recorded a sharp increase in both international and local markets on Friday. In the international bullion market, the price of gold rose by $122 per ounce to $4,185. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), the local price of gold per tola increased by Rs12,200 to Rs440,936, while the…
National senior, junior Padel Ranking Cup begins
The National Senior & Junior Padel Ranking Cup 2026 will be held from July 3-5, 2026 at Sport On, Clifton, Karachi. This was announced by Pakistan Padel Federation (PPF) on Thursday. The prestigious event will be held under the umbrella of the International Padel Federation (FIP). It will bring together Pakistan’s finest padel athletes in…
PSX climbs 851 points as banking, oil & gas shine
KARACHI: The KSE-100 index closed at over 185,370 points on Friday, gaining around 850 points as selective buying in commercial banking and oil and gas sectors kept the market in positive territory. The benchmark extended its upward momentum for another session, supported by healthy trading activity. A total of 314 million shares were traded in…
