Gold prices surge by Rs10,000 per tola in Pakistan
Gold prices in Pakistan surged by Rs10,000 per tola on Wednesday as rising geopolitical uncertainty…
Gold prices surge by Rs10,000 per tola in Pakistan
Gold prices in Pakistan surged by Rs10,000 per tola on Wednesday as rising geopolitical uncertainty and mixed signals over possible renewed negotiations between the United States and Iran boosted demand for precious metals in global and domestic markets. In the international bullion market, gold prices jumped by $100 per ounce to $4,155, triggering a sharp…
Iranian president reaffirms support for Palestine, backs Hamas-led negotiation decisions
Masoud Pezeshkian tells Hamas political chief Khalil al-Hayya Palestine remains top priority of Iran’s foreign policy Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. Photo: Reuters/ File Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian reaffirmed Tehran’s support for the Palestinian cause on Wednesday, saying Iran would back decisions taken by Hamas and other Palestinian factions in negotiations, according to the Iranian presidency….
Delayed AJK poll results hand one seat each to PML-N, PPP in Muzaffarabad constituencies
People cast their votes during the second phase of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Legislative Assembly elections on Sunday. Photo: APP ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) secured one seat each as unofficial and unconfirmed results from the two constituencies where polling had been delayed brought the second…
Demand to trade US indices gain
Start trading US indices with XM, where regulation, transparency, and informed decision-making come before profits For years, currency pairs and gold dominated local trading activity. However, a significant shift is currently underway in the financial landscape. A rapidly growing number of traders are looking beyond traditional foreign exchange markets and choosing to trade US indices…
Pakistan sweep USA 3-0 in ITF Masters World Team Championships opener
Pakistan’s over-45 men’s tennis team made a flying start to its ITF Masters World Team Championships campaign, defeating the United States 3-0 in their opening tie in Lisbon, Portugal. The second-seeded Pakistan side delivered a dominant performance against a strong American team, showcasing the experience and quality of its seasoned players on the international stage….
Pakistan wrestlers set for month-long Russia camp ahead of Asian Games
Five wrestlers to train in North Ossetia as PWF intensifies preparations for the 2026 Asian Games Former Youth Olympics bronze medallist Inayatullah (left) poses with young wrestlers during a training camp in Lahore. Peshawar-born Inayatullah is one of five wrestlers set to fly to Russia later this month for a month-long training camp. — Photo:…
Oil prices rebound after Houthis say they attacked Saudi tanker
Brent crude futures up $1.07, at $80.43 a barrel, US West Texas Intermediate futures up 45 cents, to $76.22 Sunset clouds glow over pump jacks at the Airankol oil field operated by Caspiy Neft in the Atyrau region, Kazakhstan, April 21, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Oil prices rose on Wednesday after Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthi rebels said they…
Infantino holds emergency talks with directors
FIFA President Gianni Infantinois facing a wave of criticism over his investment plan. Photo: AFP/File RABAT: President Gianni Infantino held emergency talks with other FIFA directors in Morocco on Wednesday, a source told AFP, amid a wave of criticism over his now shelved plan to open the World Cup to private investment. Infantino has come under increasing pressure,…
Under Patel, FBI forges unprecedented law enforcement ties with China, Russia
FBI director reveals cooperation in cyber fraud, crimes against children, counternarcotics, fugitive task force FBI Director Kash Patel looks on, as he testifies before a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 18, 2026. REUTERS FBI Director Kash Patel says he has forged new law enforcement partnerships with China and Russia, two longtime United States rivals, over…
Govt reviews CPEC project options
SWIFT WORK: Planning minister said that hopefully a financing agreement would be reached during the technical group meeting. In case of delay, Pakistan may start implementing the project through its own resources due to the urgency of having an alternative road. PHOTO:FILE ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is set to request China to allow top local firms to…
