Information security system okayed
Approval of framework by cabinet reduces cybersecurity risks for public sector bodies ISLAMABAD: The government…
Information security system okayed
Approval of framework by cabinet reduces cybersecurity risks for public sector bodies ISLAMABAD: The government has approved the Pakistan Information Security Framework (PISF) 2026 aimed at reducing risk exposure for public sector orginsations while directing to specify clear implementation timelines and include a provision for an independent third-party audit. It has also directed the Ministry…
Kushner blames soccer power struggle
Joshua Kushner said he was caught off-guard by the backlash to FIFA’s World Cup investors plan. Photo: AFP NEW YORK: Investor Joshua Kushner on Monday blamed power struggles within global football for the outrage over FIFA’s plan to sell stakes in the World Cup, admitting his firm “would not have gotten involved” if it had…
South Korea hire Moreno as interim coach
SEOUL: South Korea’s underfire football association on Tuesday appointed former Spain boss Robert Moreno as interim coach, following a disastrous World Cup and series of damaging controversies. Moreno, who was forced to deny earlier this year that he used ChatGPT to prepare for games during a stint in Russia, will be in charge for friendly…
Hague court upends India’s IWT move
PCA rejects unilateral suspension of water-sharing treaty, Delhi restrained from specified Ratle construction ISLAMABAD: In a significant diplomatic and legal victory for Pakistan, the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) at The Hague on Monday rejected India’s unilateral move to place the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) of 1960 in “abeyance”, ruling that the agreement remains fully…
Economists advocate long-term, economy-first policy
Country may find it difficult to attract investors in absence of balance between security, trade DIGITALISATION: Over the medium term, the sector is expected to benefit from regulatory pushes towards a documented, cashless economy, which should structurally enhance the low-cost deposit base. PHOTO:FIL KARACHI: The rupee has just put together its calmest multi-year stretch since…
City chase Fernandez, Arsenal eye Alvarez
LONDON: Manchester City hope to seal a blockbuster move for Enzo Fernandez, while Arsenal have their sights set on Julian Alvarez in the final hours before the transfer window closes. With Premier League clubs unable to sign players until January once Tuesday’s 2200 GMT deadline passes, City, Arsenal and company have one last chance to…
Misbah resigns from selection committee
Former Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq has decided to resign from the national selection committee. “Yes he has sent his resignation to the PCB,” a well-placed source told The Express Tribune. He will serve a notice period before formally stepping down, the source said. His departure comes hardly a day after the PCB made sweeping changes to…
Water is lifeblood of region, must never be weaponised, says PM Shehbaz at SCO summit
Says treaties governing shared waters are solemn, binding international commitments, must be honoured unconditionally PM Shehbaz addressing the SCO Council of Heads of State meeting in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan today Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday said water was the “lifeblood” of the region and must never be weaponised. “It must never be weaponised. It cannot…
Pakistan, Russia sign freight rail contract
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Railways has entered into a Freight Forwarding Contract with Russian Railways Logistics (RZD Logistics), establishing a framework for cooperation in international freight transportation and multimodal logistics services, the government said on Monday. Pakistan has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation with the Russian Federation in the railway sector to enhance regional connectivity,…
Arsenal punish troubled Villa
Bukayo Saka scored the only goal. Photo: AFP BIRMINGHAM: Arsenal extended their flawless start to the Premier League season as Bukayo Saka sealed the champions’ 1-0 win against troubled Aston Villa on Monday. Saka’s second-half strike at Villa Park wrapped up Arsenal’s second successive victory. In a statement of intent to their title rivals, Mikel…
