US imposes visa restrictions on associates of Indian online pharmacy over fentanyl-linked counterfeit drugs
State Department says network sold counterfeit fentanyl-linked prescription pills to buyers in US Packets of fentanyl mostly in powder form and methamphetamine, which U.S. Customs and Border Protection say they seized from a truck crossing into Arizona from Mexico, is on display during a news conference at the Port of Nogales, Arizona, U.S., January 31, […]
Trump says he does not need China’s help to end Iran war
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to the press, ahead of departing the White House for Joint Base Andrews en route to Beijing, China, in Washington, DC, US, May 12, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he does not think he will need China’s help to end the war with Iran, even as […]
Pakistan receives $1.3b tranche from IMF: SBP
SBP says IMF Executive Board has also approved disbursement of second tranche of SDR 154 million under RSF The government wants to accelerate economic growth to lower rising poverty and unemployment, but the IMF was of the view that Pakistan has not yet reached a stage where it can afford sustainably higher economic growth. PHOTO: […]
Shan XI in Shambles: How Pakistan Imploded in Mirpur
Senior players failed to deliver as familiar weaknesses resurfaced in another disappointing overseas performance Pakistan captain Shan Masood speaks at a press conference after their defeat in the first Test against Bangladesh at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur on May 12, 2026. PHOTO: PCB/FILE TORONTO: Pakistan’s defeat in the first Test against Bangladesh […]
‘Stop us if you can’: Karachi’s drug kingpin Pinky challenges authorities
Police say she operates sophisticated cocaine network supplying Karachi’s elite through WhatsApp orders The Karachi police on Tuesday arrested a woman accused of operating one of the city’s most organised narcotics supply networks. The suspect, identified as Anmol alias “Pinky”, was arrested during a joint operation conducted by the City police and a civil agency […]
PM directs full utilisation of resources to strengthen law enforcement agencies
Directs reforms in interior ministry institutions and enhanced capacity of police and FIA Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addresses a meeting on the country’s law and order situation in Islamabad on Tuesday. SCREENGRAB Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday directed that all available resources be utilised to enhance the capacity of law enforcement agencies to ensure […]
Students claim exam paper circulated online before test; IBCC also confirms the development
The federal government took notice on Tuesday after reports that another Cambridge International Education (CIE) Mathematics exam was allegedly leaked. A and O Level examinations under the Cambridge system are currently being held across the country for the May-June session. Just days after the cancellation of an A-Level Mathematics paper over a leak, another CIE Mathematics exam was […]
Eidul Azha likely to fall on May 27: SUPARCO
Based on these astronomical parameters, SUPARCO says chances of sighting Zilhajj moon on evening of May 17 The Supreme Court of KSA declared the Ramazan moon sightings in Saudi Arabia. PHOTO: PEXELS The Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) on Tuesday issued a prediction regarding the sighting of the Zilhajj 1447 AH moon and […]
KSE-100 drops 665 points after early surge
Trading volume stands at 284,031,410 shares with a total traded value of Rs12,022,767,811 Overall market participation was strong, as 1,066 million shares were traded with a total value of Rs. 49 billion. KEL led the volume chart, with 195.8 million shares..Photo: Express KARACHI: In a volatile trading session on Tuesday, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) […]
Scheffler-McIlroy rivalry sparks admiration
Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler, who together have won four of the past five major titles, have impressed each other with their mental focus and golfing skills. As world number one Scheffler and second-ranked McIlroy prepared to face a world-class field at Aronimink in the 108th PGA Championship starting Thursday, they examined each other's most […]