Govt to unveil strategy to curb population growth – Pakistan
• Targets halving growth rate by 2035• PM calls rising population one of country’s biggest national challenges• Welcomes Chinese firm’s investment to modernise Pakistan’s grain storage infrastructure ISLAMABAD: The federal government will soon convene a meeting with the provinces, the administrations of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), and other stakeholders to formulate […]
Chenab remains in high flood as rains lash held Kashmir, Punjab – Pakistan
• Flood Forecasting Division warns flows may rise further by July 25 amid new monsoon spell• Urban flooding likely in parts of Punjab, KP and Balochistan LAHORE: The Chenab River continued to remain in a high-flood state on Thursday as torrential rains lashed held Kashmir and several parts of Punjab. “The water level in the […]
US unveils new tariffs on 60 partners, including Pakistan, over forced labour concerns – Business
The United States said on Thursday that it would impose new tariffs on 60 trading partners, including Pakistan, India, China and the European Union, over forced labour concerns, replacing an expiring global duty rolled out by US President Donald Trump earlier this year. The levies, effective Friday, range from 10 per cent to 12.5pc. “The […]
Foreign verdicts must be weighed against domestic standards: IHC – Pakistan
• Justice Minhas rules against enforcement of Dubai decree• Judgement notes criminal findings do not bind civil courts, calls for balance between global and local principles ISLAMABAD: Dismissing a petition filed by the Gulf-based arm of a major technology company, the Islamabad High Court stresses the need to strike a balance between the principle of […]
Pakistan warns Houthi rebels to steer clear of its ships – World
• Says armed forces vigilant about situation in Bab el-Mandab; will give swift response if Islamabad’s assets come under attack• PM reassures Saudi crown prince of full support, condemns Yemeni rebels’ attacks on oil tankers• Dar meets Omani FM on sidelines of Asean moot; FO says efforts on to secure de-escalation ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Thursday […]