CDF Munir discusses regional developments, de-escalation efforts in meeting with Iran’s FM Araghchi
Trump administration reportedly reviewing possible strikes while awaiting Tehran’s response to latest proposal Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir met with Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Tehran for late-night talks focused on diplomatic efforts to halt US-Israeli aggression and strengthen regional peace and stability. PHOTO: PRESSTV ON X Chief of Army Staff […]
Govt mulls lifting cap on remittances
Tola Associates estimates $20b annual inflows; PBC seeks tax relief to stem wealth exodus Since July 22, numerous unauthorised exchange outlets have been closed after the military intelligence agency summoned currency dealers to address the rising dollar rate in the open market. photo: file ISLAMABAD: The government is reviewing a proposal to allow people to […]
Govt extends Fawad Asadullah Khan’s tenure as IB chief
The federal government on Friday extended the tenure of Fawad Asadullah Khan as director general of the Intelligence Bureau (IB) after granting him a four-year extension in service. According to notifications issued by the Establishment Division, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif approved a four-year extension in the contract of Fawad from July 14. A separate notification […]
Sindh announces four-day Eidul Azha holidays
The Sindh government on Friday announced four holidays on account of Eidul Azha next week. According to the notification, general holidays will be observed across the province from May 26 to May 29, with Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday declared public holidays. “The government of Sindh hereby declares 26th, 27th, 28th and 29th May, 2026 (Tuesday, Wednesday, […]
Bayern hope to avoid ‘bitter’ end
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has won back-to-back Bundesliga titles. Photo:AFP LONDON: Bayern Munich face holders Stuttgart in the German Cup final on Saturday knowing defeat will sour what had been one of their most promising seasons in recent memory. Just weeks ago, Bayern were flying high and hopeful of a treble after beating Real […]
Greenlanders demonstrate against Trump as US diplomats open new consulate
Greenland’s PM, other politicians say they declined invitations to attend the opening of the new diplomatic mission People gather to protest on the day of the opening of a new US consulate in Nuuk, Greenland, May 21, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS The US opening of a larger diplomatic hub in Greenland on Thursday was met by […]
Inter-Madaris Sports Festival kicks off in Peshawar
Eight madrasa teams compete in football, cricket as Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Directorate of Sports organizes youth event PESHAWAR: The Inter-Madaris Sports Festival, organized by the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Directorate of Sports, officially commenced in Peshawar on Friday. The festival features eight teams from various madaris, with four teams each competing in football and cricket. Football matches are being played […]
Serie A’s UCL race goes down to the wire
Luciano Spalletti was hired by Juventus in October to ensure Champions League qualification. Photo: AFP/File MILAN: Juventus’ season is at risk of turning into a disaster ahead of Sunday’s fraught Turin derby which could end with their absence from next season’s Champions League. In one of Europe’s most one-sided derbies Juve have not lost to […]
Pak-China friendship time-tested, unbreakable, says PM Shehbaz on 75th diplomatic relations anniversary
Premier highlights importance of bilateral cooperation with China in counter-terrorism, broader regional stability Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. SCREENGRAB Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said that the friendship between Pakistan and China was “time-tested and unbreakable” as the two nations marked the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. Speaking at an event marking […]
UAE’s new pipeline bypassing Strait of Hormuz nearly 50% complete, oil chief says
Project expected to double ADNOC’s export capacity via Fujairah, helping UAE move crude outside blocked Strait A picture of an oil pipeline. PHOTO: ANADOLU AGENCY The UAE has completed nearly 50% of a second pipeline that will bypass the Strait of Hormuz, the head of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) said on Wednesday, as […]