Iran denies negotiations with US after Trump announces talks – World
Iran said on Monday that no negotiations with the United States were currently being held despite US President Donald Trump announcing earlier that the two sides were set to begin parleys later today. “Iran is not currently holding talks with the United States and is now in discussions with Oman over a temporary safe route […]
Azma Bukhari says PML-N’s AJK victory reflects public confidence, rejects PPP rigging claims
Punjab minister says voters rewarded PML-N’s governance, dismissing PPP’s election complaints as politically motivated Azma Zahid Bukhari addressing a press conference at the Punjab Directorate General Public Relations (DGPR) on August 3, 2026. Photo: Screengrab Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari on Monday attributed the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz’s (PML-N) victory in the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) […]
India proposes extending tax breaks for contract manufacturing in a boost for Apple
India’s new rule targets bonded-zone factories, keeping them attractive mainly for export production India has proposed extending tax exemptions until 2041 for foreign companies that provide machinery to contract manufacturers, handing a major win to Apple which had lobbied for such changes, and is fast expanding in the market. India has been a key market for […]
Israel conveys ‘comments, concerns’ to US on Gaza plan, says version made public does not reflect its position – World
Israel has conveyed concerns to the United States on a Gaza plan hailed by President Donald Trump after Hamas said it had agreed on disarmament, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said on Monday. “Israel has conveyed its comments and concerns on the proposed framework to our American counterparts. The version that has been made public […]
PM Shehbaz congratulates PML-N leadership, candidates after party maintains lead in second phase of AJK polls – Pakistan
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated the PML-N’s leadership and successful candidates on Monday after unofficial results of the second phase of elections in Azad Jammu and Kashmir showed it had won 14 of 18 seats up for grabs the previous day. PML-N’s main rival in the contest and also ally in the Centre, the PPP, […]
Missing weapon, forensic inconsistencies puzzle investigators in Raza ‘murder’ case – Newspaper
KARACHI: Police investigators probing the death of a 25-year-old former IBA student and aspiring businessman have found that Mir Raza Ali Khan was facing financial losses in his business, but they doubt the theory that he took his own life, even though the evidence collected so far points to suicide, it emerged on Sunday. They […]
Kuwaki wins women’s British Open
Japan’s Shiho Kuwaki celebrates winning the women’s British Open. Photo: AFP LONDON: Japan’s Shiho Kuwaki won the women’s British Open in a dramatic play-off with Esther Henseleit on Sunday, securing her first major title in memorable style. Kuwaki held her nerve to sink the putt that clinched the trophy after two play-off holes of unrelenting tension at Royal Lytham& St Annes. The […]
Wales withdraws support for Infantino re-election
FIFA president Gianni Infantino speaks during the event. Photo: REUTERS LONDON: Wales said it will withdraw support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s re-election bid for a new term from 2027-2031 after his failed plan to sell a stake in the World Cup’s commercial rights. FIFA’s ambitious plan to unlock up to $4.2 billion from private investors by […]
Bulls in charge as PSX opens week by gaining 2,000 points during intraday trade – Business
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) opened the week in the green, gaining more than 2,000 points during intraday trade. At 11am, the benchmark KSE-100 index had gained 2273.78 points, from the previous close of 176,094.11 points. The development came as global oil prices tumbled on Monday as Donald Trump said fresh talks with Iran will […]
Sabalenka aims to bounce back in Toronto
World number one Aryna Sabalenka is aiming to bounce back from Wimbledon disappointment as she launches her North American hard court season in Toronto. Photo: AFP/File LONDON: Aryna Sabalenka’s world number one ranking will be on the line at the WTA 1000 tournament in Toronto, where the Belarusian star aims to extend her hard court dominance in […]