Wapda to digitise prehistoric rock carvings at Diamer Basha Dam site – Pakistan
ONE of the ancient rock carvings along the Indus River bank near the Diamer Basha Dam construction site. After completion of the dam, these carvings will be submerged. In this photo, ibex sketches, believed to date from pre-Islamic times, can be seen. GILGIT: The Water and Power Development Authority (Wapda) has signed a Rs46.5 million […]
PTI reminds IMF of ‘fair polls’ promise – Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: In a letter to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the PTI has urged the lender to endorse an audit of the 2024 elections for the sake of political stability in the country, before entering into a dialogue with Islamabad for a new bailout package. This was disclosed during a press conference addressed by PTI […]
Fuel prices likely to rise by up to Rs4 per litre – Business
ISLAMABAD: The prices of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) are estimated to increase by Rs1-4 per litre on Thursday (February 29) for the next fortnight due to minor adjustments in international prices, import premiums, and the exchange rate. Informed sources said that the prices of both major petroleum products — petrol and HSD — moved […]
Nawaz wary of challenges facing incoming govt – Pakistan
• PML-N supremo endorses Shehbaz for PM slot, party’s tally in NA rises to 104 seats• Ayaz Sadiq nominated for speaker; PPP’s Mustafa Shah joint candidate for deputy speaker role ISLAMABAD: As the PML-N is all set to take the reins of the country, former prime minister Nawaz Sharif on Wednesday forewarned about looming challenges, […]
Apple to disclose AI plans later this year, CEO Tim Cook says
Apple plans to disclose more about its plans to put generative artificial intelligence to use later this year, Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook said during the company’s annual shareholder meeting on Wednesday. Cook said that the iPhone maker sees “incredible breakthrough potential for generative AI, which is why we’re currently investing significantly in this area. We […]
6 terrorists killed in North Waziristan IBO: ISPR – Pakistan
Six terrorists were killed by security forces during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in North Waziristan district, the military’s media affairs wing said on Wednesday. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), an intense exchange of fire took place between the security forces and terrorists during the operation. “Six terrorists were sent […]
Horner cleared of inappropriate behaviour
LONDON: Red Bull team chief Christian Horner was cleared Wednesday of wrongdoing following an investigation into complaints of inappropriate behaviour against him made by a female team member. A statement from Austrian energy drinks brand Red Bull, the parent company of the world champion Formula One team, said the “grievance has been dismissed”. Horner, who […]
6 terrorists killed in IBO in North Waziristan District: ISPR – Pakistan
Six terrorists were killed by security forces during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in North Waziristan District, the military’s media affairs wing said on Wednesday. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), an intense exchange of fire took place between the security forces and terrorists during the operation. “Six terrorists were sent […]
Amid scrutiny over fitness for presidential office, Biden undergoes annual medical exam – World
US President Joe Biden reported to a hospital on Wednesday for his last yearly medical examination before November’s election as scrutiny intensifies over the 81-year-old’s fitness and mental acuity for a second term. The White House said a summary of the test results from the Walter Reed military medical facility outside Washington would be released […]
PTI calls on IMF to link grant of financial facility with ‘good governance’ – Business
The PTI on Wednesday wrote a letter to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), calling on the global lender to ensure that its guidelines regarding “good governance as well as conditionalities” were satisfied before granting a financial facility to Pakistan. It also demanded an election audit of “at least 30 per cent of the national and […]