Ceasefire extension – Newspaper – DAWN.COM
THOUGH the US has extended the Iran ceasefire — thanks largely to effective Pakistani diplomacy to prevent sliding back towards war — the situation in the Gulf remains extremely volatile. Amongst the biggest sticking points are the respective blockades of the Gulf: Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and the US blockade of Iranian […]
Gold prices in Pakistan Today
Gold prices extended their decline on Thursday in Pakistan as the price of gold per tola dropped by Rs5,200 after the international market saw a dip of $52 per ounce to $4,714. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), in the local market, the price of gold per tola after the drop […]
Modern training to rebuild hockey squad
PESHAWAR: Chief Selector of the national hockey team, Samiullah Khan, has said that modern training techniques are being employed to rebuild a strong and balanced Pakistan squad, with the upcoming Asia Cup identified as a primary target.Speaking to media during his visit to China Window, Peshawar he said open trials for the senior team were […]
Govt advised against ratifying Unesco maritime heritage pact – Newspaper
• National Institute of Oceanography cites national security concerns over sensitive maritime data• Warns of exposure of naval routes, offshore installations• Says obligations may exceed Pakistan’s current capability ISLAMABAD: The National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) has advised against ratifying a Unesco convention aimed at protecting underwater cultural heritage in Pakistan’s maritime zones, citing national security […]
Israeli airstrike kills journalist in south Lebanon: civil defence – World
An Israeli airstrike killed a Lebanese journalist and wounded another on Wednesday while they were working near the border with Israel, according to their employer and rescuers. The civil defence agency’s press office said rescuers were “able to recover the body of martyred journalist Amal Khalil, who was killed as a result of a hostile […]
‘Strict security’ triggers food, fuel shortages in twin cities – Pakistan
• Fuel supply to Islamabad, Peshawar airports likely to be affected• Goods transporters want district authorities to reopen roads• Traders warn of price hikes as supply chain disruptions persist• Matter referred to Punjab govt, Regional Transport Authority official says RAWALPINDI: Suspension of goods transport in Rawalpindi and Islamabad has led to a shortage of edibles […]
US optimistic about Iran talks ‘this week’ – World
• Trump says resumption of negotiations in Islamabad possible within ‘36 to 72 hours’; appreciates Tehran for stopping ‘execution’ of detained women• Pezeshkian welcomes dialogue, cites ‘breach of commitments, blockade and threats’ as main obstacles• Trump denies media reports about deadline, says ‘no time pressure’ surrounding ceasefire• Ghalibaf says complete truce only makes sense if […]
Lebanon, Israel to meet today as truce hangs by a thread – Newspaper
• Envoys’ meeting in Washington aims to extend ceasefire, halt Israel’s demolitions• Beirut sees extension as first step to talks on forces’ withdrawal, return of detainees• Israeli strikes kill five in Lebanon, including a journalist WASHINGTON: Lebanese and Israeli envoys are set to meet in Washington on Thursday for a second round of talks aimed […]
Man City go top and relegate Burnley with narrow Turf Moor win – Sport
Manchester City ended Arsenal’s six-month stay on the Premier League summit and condemned Burnley to relegation with a laboured 1-0 victory at Turf Moor on Wednesday. Erling Haaland’s clinical finish after five minutes could have paved the way for a boost to City’s goal difference but they lacked a cutting edge as Burnley dug deep. […]
Sindh orders crackdown on vehicles without valid permits, fitness certificates
Department introduces a digitised system for the issuance of route permits and fitness certificates KARACHI: Sindh government on Thursday ordered a crackdown on public service vehicles operating without “valid route permits and fitness certificates or with documents that have expired”, according to an official notification issued by the provincial Transport and Mass Transit Department. The […]