ADB cuts growth forecast to 3.7%
The ADB listed Pakistan among 60 nations that may face 10% to 12.5% additional US…
ADB cuts growth forecast to 3.7%
The ADB listed Pakistan among 60 nations that may face 10% to 12.5% additional US tariffs from July 24. It said recent policy developments indicate US trade restrictions are likely to remain broad despite the Supreme Court’s invalidation. photo:REUTERS ISLAMABAD: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Thursday cut Pakistan’s economic growth forecast to 3.7%, the…
Six killed in Paharpur clash
. DI KHAN: At least six people were killed and two others injured in a fierce clash involving gunfire between two rival groups in the Shah Hassan Khel area of Tehsil Paharpur. Five members of one group and one from the other died during the exchange of fire. The injured were shifted to a…
Lawmakers discuss population growth
ISLAMABAD: A joint meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on National Health and the Functional Committee on Human Rights discussed rapid population growth, the National Population Coordination and Reproductive Health Policy 2026, the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award formula, the availability of contraceptives, HIV cases and legal reforms. The meeting, jointly chaired by Senators Amir…
Five injured at KU clash
At least five people were injured when a violent clash broke out between two rival student organisations at Karachi University on Thursday, triggering police intervention and heightened security on campus. According to police, the incident began with a heated verbal exchange between members of the two groups in the lobby of Department of International Relations….
France beat Morocco to reach World Cup semis
FOXBOROUGH: Kylian Mbappe recovered from having a first-half penalty saved to score a magnificent opener that set France on their way to a 2-0 win over Morocco in their World Cup quarter-final showdown on Thursday. Mbappe’s weak spot-kick was easily saved by Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou, but he made up for that by producing a…
Strength, stardom and silent battles
Actor Yumna Zaidi has long cultivated an image of grace, restraint and professionalism, rarely allowing glimpses into her private world. That carefully maintained boundary briefly softened this week when she shared a cryptic Instagram Story that hinted at hidden emotions, prompting an outpouring of concern and support from fans across social media. The message, posted…
Balochistan bloodshed
. Three back-to-back terrorist attacks in Balochistan serve as a grim reminder that the regional terror network remains intact, demanding unconventional solutions. Nevertheless, the swift pushback by security forces is commendable, underscoring the state’s resolve not to capitulate to these hostile elements. This latest bloodshed clearly demonstrates that cross-border infiltrators enjoy the backing of Indian…
Expanded World Cup; same old story
Michael Olise’s France have so far lived up to their billing as favourites at the World Cup. Photo: AFP ATLANTA: The expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams has offered more of a chance to continents that were previously underrepresented at the tournament, but a glance at the quarter-final line-up tells a familiar tale….
new sovereign of contemporary art
. The writer is a Lahore-based academic currently associated with Forman Christian College, a chartered university Dear Graduating Artists of 2026, Who are you? What are you saying? Why is it important? These are the essential questions that arise from the bold, unfiltered creative expressions at Lahore’s leading art institutions – most recently at SVAD,…
Rogers backs Kane to outshine Haaland in World Cup showdown
Morgan Rogers speaks during an England World Cup press conference in Kansas City. Photo: AFP ATLANTA: England’s Morgan Rogers backed Harry Kane to come out on top when he faces Norway’s Erling Haaland in an enticing battle between the World Cup sharpshooters on Saturday. The forwards, who will meet in the quarter-finals in Miami, are among the frontrunners…
