China, Russia, Iran to hold nuclear talks in Beijing on Friday – World
China will hold a meeting on Friday in Beijing with Russia and Iran on the Iranian “nuclear issue”, its foreign ministry said, with both nations sending their deputy foreign ministers. Ties between Iran and Russia have deepened since the start of the Ukraine war in 2022, with a strategic cooperation treaty signed in January. Both […]
Wagon R bookings permanently suspended by Pak Suzuki
Listen to article Pak Suzuki Motor Company has announced the permanent suspension of bookings for all variants of its Wagon R hatchback, effective March 11. This move comes after months of speculation following the suspension of bookings for the top variant of the model. In an official communication to its dealers, the company confirmed that the decision […]
Ambani’s Reliance Jio joins forces with SpaceX for Starlink expansion in India
Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Jio signed a deal with Elon Musk’s SpaceX to bring Starlink satellite internet services to India, a surprise move from the billionaires after being at odds for months over how the country should grant them spectrum. India’s largest telecom operator will stock Starlink equipment in its retail stores, giving Starlink a direct […]
Jaffar Express hijacking: Over 150 rescued, 27 terrorists killed as rescue operation continues in Balochistan – Pakistan
Security forces have rescued at least 155 passengers and killed 27 terrorists as a rescue operation continues into its second day after terrorists hijacked the Jaffer Express train near Balochistan’s Bolan district, state media said on Wednesday. The unprecedented hostage situation began on Tuesday near the Mashkaf Tunnel, about 157 kilometers from Quetta, when terrorists […]
Terrorists cannot undermine country’s peace with cowardly acts: Nawaz Sharif
Listen to article Former prime minister and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz President Nawaz Sharif has expressed his grief over the loss of lives in the recent attacks on the Jaffar Express in Balochistan. He condemned the cowardly acts of terrorism, asserting that such attacks would not undermine Pakistan’s peace and security, Express News reported on Wednesday. In a statement shared on […]
Jaffar Express hijacking: Over 150 rescued, 27 terrorists killed as rescue operation continues in Balochistan, says state media – Pakistan
Security forces have rescued at least 155 passengers and killed 27 terrorists as a rescue operation continues into its second day after terrorists hijacked the Jaffer Express train near Balochistan’s Bolan district, state media said on Wednesday. The unprecedented hostage situation began on Tuesday near the Mashkaf Tunnel, about 157 kilometers from Quetta, when terrorists […]
Google Wallet now available in Pakistan – Business
Digital wallet app Google Wallet became available in Pakistan on Wednesday, according to a statement issued by the tech giant. According to the statement, Google Wallet provides people a safer, simpler, and more helpful payment experience. It also supports digital items such as loyalty cards and boarding passes. Users can get started by downloading the […]
EU to impose counter tariffs worth $28 billion on US goods – World
The European Union will impose counter tariffs on 26 billion euros ($28 billion) worth of US goods from next month, the European Commission said on Wednesday, ramping up a global trade war in response to blanket US tariffs on steel and aluminium. US President Donald Trump’s increased tariffs of 25 per cent on all steel […]
Maryam Nawaz cancels fare hike for Lahore’s double-decker bus service
Listen to article The Punjab government has reversed a recent fare hike for double-decker buses following instructions from Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. The move comes after public disapproval of the price increase for the Tourism Development Corporation of Punjab’s (TDCP) “Sight-Seeing” bus service in Lahore. According to Express News, fares for the bus service had been […]
Pakistanis found submitting fake degrees, job contracts for UAE visas
Listen to article The National Assembly session revealed that some Pakistani citizens have been submitting fake degrees, diplomas, and job contracts to obtain visas for the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Express News reported. The session, chaired by Presiding Officer Abdul Qadir Patel, discussed the growing concerns over the limited issuance of UAE visas for Pakistani citizens. During […]