PM Shehbaz approves streamlining of P3A to expedite development projects
Says PPP-based projects should be made part of the key performance indicators of ministries, departments PM Shehbaz chairs a high-level meeting in Islamabad to accelerate development projects through public-private partnerships. PHOTO: X Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday gave in-principle approval to further integrate and strengthen the Public-Private Partnership Authority (P3A) and its related framework […]
West Ham’s draw at Palace relegates Wolves
West Ham forward Jarrod Bowen in action against Crystal Palace. Photo: AFP LONDON: West Ham’s 0-0 draw against Crystal Palace on Monday condemned Wolves to relegation from the Premier League and boosted their own survival bid to leave struggling Tottenham deeper in trouble.Bottom of the table Wolves have long been destined for the drop and […]
Lahore’s Alhamra Arts Council to hold first ‘Kathak Festival’ in tribute to Maharaj Ghulam Hussain
Two-day event will feature performances, panel discussions, workshops celebrating legacy of Kathak dance The Alhamra Arts Council announced its first “Kathak Festival” in tribute to Maharaj Ghulam Hussain, also known as Maharaj Kathak and Baba Maharaj. The event is scheduled to take place on May 7 and 8, and will feature performances by a range […]
PSX extends gains over 2,400 points as oil slides on US-Iran talk optimism
Market touches an intraday high of 175,298.11, while the low is recorded at 173,405.57 KARACHI: Buying momentum returned to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Tuesday, as investor sentiment improved amid growing optimism over a potential second round of US-Iran talks aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict. Hopes that diplomacy may progress have weighed on […]
Scam messages offering ships safe transit through Hormuz, security firm warns
Crypto scam exploits Hormuz crisis, tricking shipping firms with false promises of safe passage A vessel at the Strait of Hormuz, off the coast of Oman’s Musandam province. PHOTO: REUTERS Fraudulent messages promising safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for cryptocurrency have been sent to some shipping companies whose vessels are stranded […]
Israeli strikes kill five in Gaza, Hamas clashes with Israeli-backed militia
Palestinian men stand atop a heavily damaged building in Gaza City. Photo: AFP Israeli strikes killed at least five Palestinians in separate incidents in the Gaza Strip on Monday, Palestinian health officials said, and fighters from Hamas clashed with gunmen from an Israeli-backed militia, witnesses said. Medics said one man was killed in an Israeli […]
IMF loads $7 billion package with 11 new conditions
Govt committed to IMF that parliament will approve fiscal year 2026-27 budget in line with the staff level agreement The government has agreed to the need for a mini-budget if revenues fall short of expectations by end-December 2025, according to the IMF. Photo: file The International Monetary Fund (IMF) loaded the $7 billion bailout package […]
City beat Arsenal to seize title race control
Manchester City players celebrate their 2-1 win against Arsenal at the Etihad. Photo: AFP LONDON: Manchester City beat stumbling Arsenal 2-1 on Sunday to seize control of the Premier League title race as Liverpool strengthened their push for a Champions League place. Mikel Arteta’s Gunners have been in pole position for months but are wobbling […]
Four arrested for leaking matric, inter board exam papers via WhatsApp
10-group network collected millions from over 1,300 students; suspect confesses to generating papers using AI KARACHI: The Karachi police on Monday arrested four members of an organised network involved in leaking Matric and Intermediate Board examination papers, collecting millions of rupees from students in exchange. The Karachi police chief had assigned the Special Investigation Unit […]
Gold prices in Pakistan Today
Gold and silver prices declined in both international and domestic markets, reflecting a broader downward trend in precious metals. In the international bullion market, the price of gold fell by $49 per ounce, settling at $4,788. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), in the local market, gold prices also recorded a […]