China temporarily bans helium exports as US-Iran tensions flare again
US-Israeli war on Iran disrupted helium supplies, hitting AI chip production and semiconductor manufacturing China…
China temporarily bans helium exports as US-Iran tensions flare again
US-Israeli war on Iran disrupted helium supplies, hitting AI chip production and semiconductor manufacturing China is also seeking to expand domestic semiconductor manufacturing capacity and reduce the industry’s reliance on advanced Nvidia chips that are subject to US export controls. PHOTO: REUTERS China announced on Friday a temporary ban on helium exports, effective immediately, as…
17 more terrorists killed in operation Shaban, toll reaches 43: Security sources
Army, FC, and police continue joint action in Balochistan after the Mangi Dam police station attack Security forces have killed 17 more Indian-backed terrorists during an ongoing operation in Balochistan, bringing the total number of terrorists killed in Operation Shaban to 43, security sources said on Friday. The joint operation by the Pakistan Army, Frontier…
UK to regulate cloud service providers Microsoft, Google and others to protect financial stability
The move aims to strengthen financial firms by reducing cyber attack and technology outage risks The Google logo is pictured at the entrance to the Google offices in London, Britain January 18, 2019. REUTERS Britain has designated cloud service providers Microsoft , Google , Amazon and Oracle as critical third-party suppliers to its financial sector, bringing them…
LHC orders criminal case against CCD officers over ‘illegal custody’ of citizen
Orders Okara DPO to register FIR against the officials concerned, submit compliance report in 15 days The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday ordered the registration of a criminal case against officials of the Crime Control Department (CCD) over the alleged illegal detention of a citizen, ruling that video evidence contradicted the department’s account of…
EU tells Instagram, Facebook to change addictive features or risk fines
Meta faces charges, risking a fine of up to 6% of global annual turnover before an EU final ruling Social media companies face growing scrutiny around the world over concerns that their platforms are contributing to a mental health crisis among children. PHOTO: PEXELS The EU charged Meta Platforms’ Instagram and Facebook on Friday with breaching…
G-B uplift govt’s priority as steps underway to improve infrastructure, create jobs: PM Shehbaz
He says elected representatives reflect public expectations, problems, priorities PM Shehbaz meets newly elected PML-N members of G-B assembly. Photo: X Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday termed the development of Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B) a priority of the federal government, saying special attention was being paid to improving infrastructure, communications, energy, education, health and tourism, as…
Seafood exports jump to $568m
Despite disruptions, shipments grow on better compliance with food safety standards Federal Maritime Affairs Minister Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry. PHOTO: APP ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s seafood exports jumped to a record $568 million in fiscal year 2025-26, registering an increase of 38% over two years. The rise in exports came amid government’s efforts to expand the country’s…
Gold prices in Pakistan Today
Gold prices declined in global and local markets while silver prices increased on Friday. In the international bullion market, the price of gold fell by $14 per ounce to $4,100. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), the price of gold per tola in the local market decreased by Rs1,400 to Rs432,436….
Women must ‘fearlessly’ report all gender-based discrimination at the workplace: Ombudswoman
Women must ‘fearlessly’ report all gender-based discrimination at workplace: Ombudswoman Federal Ombudswoman for Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Fauzia Waqar on Friday said that women must report all kinds of gender-based discrimination at the workplace, including physical misconduct, denial of equal opportunities, disregard for merit, and ban on senior roles. The amendment…
Global oil production recovers as Hormuz shipments resume, IEA says
Partial restoration of Hormuz oil flows boosts June output, but regional production below levels seen pre-conflict Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, Musandam, Oman, May 18, 2026. REUTERS Global oil supply posted its largest monthly increase in months in June as the recovery of shipments through the Strait of Hormuz lifted Gulf production, although output…
