Trade wars erupt as Trump hits Canada, Mexico, China with steep tariffs – World
US President Donald Trump’s new 25 per cent tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada took effect on Tuesday, along with a doubling of duties on Chinese goods to 20pc, launching new trade conflicts with the top three US trading partners. The tariff actions, which could upend nearly $2.2 trillion in two-way annual US trade […]
Setback for prosecution as suspect in Mustafa murder case refuses to record confession before magistrate – Pakistan
KARACHI: The case of prosecution suffered a setback on Monday when a suspect in the Mustafa Amir murder case informed a judicial magistrate that he was not willing to record his confessional statement. Investigating Officer (IO)Muhammad Ali brought Syed Shiraz Hussain Bukhari before Judicial Magistrate (South) Aasim Aslam to record his confessional statement under Section […]
A Look at Iconic Movies Released on This Day
The magic of animated films lies not only in their whimsical stories but also in the memories we associate with them. Whether it was a childhood favourite or a film that made you laugh during tough times, there’s something uniquely therapeutic about rewatching them. Watching these films again can be like a comforting embrace, taking […]
IPPs can opt for audit or arbitration, lenders told – Business
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Monday assured major international lenders, including the International Monetary Fund, World Bank, and Asian Development Bank, that independent power producers (IPPs) unwilling to renegotiate contracts could opt for either a forensic audit or international arbitration, following recent protests over ‘forced contract revisions’. Power Minister Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari also informed the lenders […]
Pakistan name squad for New Zealand tour, Salman Ali Agha appointed T20I captain
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday unveiled the national squad for the upcoming white-ball series against New Zealand. The series will feature five T20 Internationals (T20Is) from March 16 to 26, followed by three One Day Internationals (ODIs) from March 29 to April 5. All-rounder Salman Ali Agha has been appointed as the T20I captain, […]
Trump pauses all US military aid to Ukraine after angry clash with Zelensky – World
US President Donald Trump suspended military aid to Ukraine on Monday, a White House official said, sharply escalating pressure on Kyiv to agree to peace negotiations with Russia. The move comes just days after a stunning public clash between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Trump, who is seeking a rapid end to the war. Trump […]
US orders pause in cyberoffensive against Russia – World
KARACHI: US President Donald Trump’s administration is pausing its offensive cyber operations against Russia, officials say, as a diplomatic push continues to end the Ukraine war, BBC News reported. The reasoning for the instruction has not been publicly stated, and it is not clear how long the halt might last. The defence department has declined […]
A Round-Up of the Best Watches From the 2025 Oscars
The 97th Academy Awards were a night of dazzling fashion and unforgettable moments, but among the most captivating details were the luxury timepieces that adorned the wrists of some of Hollywood’s brightest stars. While diamonds from Chopard and Tiffany & Co. sparkled, the watches worn by celebrities added their own layer of elegance and sophistication. […]
Is all well?
IT’S been a good week for the government. It truly has. It completed a year with great fanfare (and advertising). There seems to be no immediate threat on the horizon, leading everyone in power or close to them to boast of a long run. No wonder, then, that the federal government has also expanded the […]
WhatsApp introduces new call menu for easier voice and video calls
Listen to article WhatsApp has launched a new feature aimed at enhancing the calling experience for its users, simplifying the process of initiating voice and video calls. The new call menu is now being rolled out to a select group of beta testers, available for download through the Google Play Store. The update replaces the previous two […]