Japan dismisses claims by Russia, China over its ‘remilitarization’
Caught between a wavering US and an anxious neighbourhood, Japan is done apologising for building its military back up Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin shake hands during a signing ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Photo: REUTERS Japan on Thursday dismissed criticism from China and Russia over […]
Tehran reviewing US response to its latest proposal: FM Spokesperson
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei. PHOTO: AFP Iran’s Nour News Agency reported on Thursday that Washington and Tehran exchanged messages through Pakistan over the wording of a proposed ceasefire document, according to Al Jazeera. “Based on the original text of Iran’s 14 points, the exchange of messages has been carried out on several occasions,” […]
Cambridge reschedules leaked A-Level mathematics paper for June 8
Announces assessed marks for candidates of leaked maths and computer science papers Cambridge International Education (CIE) on Wednesday announced that the replacement exam for the postponed A Level Mathematics Paper 32 would now be held on June 8 as part of the June 2026 examination series, while also confirming the use of assessed marks for […]
UK NSA conveys British govt’s appreciation of Pakistan’s role in regional diplomacy to PM Shehbaz
UK National Security Adviser Jonathan Powell meets Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Wednesday. Photo: X/ PMO The United Kingdom’s National Security Adviser (NSA) Jonathan Powell on Wednesday conveyed the appreciation of the British government for Pakistan’s “constructive role in regional diplomacy” to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif amid efforts to yield a solution to the […]
China to buy 200 Boeing jets from US, confirms Beijing
New tariff talks, agricultural deals, and rare earth negotiations signal cautious reset in China-US economic ties The Boeing 787-9 is 20 feet longer than the plane that typically operates Flight 780. PHOTO: AVIATION AZ China’s Ministry of Commerce confirmed on Wednesday that airlines in China will introduce 200 aircraft from Boeing, marking one of the largest […]
Prince Rahim Aga Khan V arrives in Islamabad on week-long visit
President Zardari receives Prince Rahim Aga Khan V at Noor Khan Airbase as he begins his visit to Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari receives Prince Rahim Aga Khan V at Islamabad’s Noor Khan Airbase on Wednesday. SCREENGRAB Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, the spiritual leader of the Ismaili community, arrived in Islamabad on Wednesday on […]
Naqvi meets IRGC chief in Tehran during second visit in less than a week
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi shakes hands with Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) chief Gen Ahmad Vahidi during a meeting in Tehran. Photo: X Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) chief Gen Ahmad Vahidi in Tehran during his visit to Iran for meetings with senior Iranian officials, PTV News reported on Wednesday. […]
WTAP, PTF discuss measures to promote women’s tennis in Pakistan
The meeting was chaired by Mr. Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi ISLAMABAD: A meeting of the Women Tennis Association of Pakistan (WTAP) was held today at the Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) Tennis Complex, Islamabad. The meeting was chaired by Mr. Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi, President of the Pakistan Tennis Federation. The meeting was attended by Ms. Asma Khawar Khawaja (President […]
Arsenal crowned EPL champions
Arsenal fans celebrate winning the Premier League. Photo: AFP LONDON: Arsenal celebrated their first Premier League title for 22 years on Tuesday after Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw by Bournemouth, sparking wild scenes of joy around the Emirates Stadium. City had to win to take the fight to the final day but […]
Taijul takes six to lead Bangladesh to Pakistan Test series sweep
Win marks major milestone for Bangladesh, who secured 4 successive Test series victories for first time in history Bangladesh players celebrate winning the second Test against Pakistan in Sylhet. PHOTO: AFP Pakistan, who started the fifth day on 316-7 chasing a record 437, were bowled out for 328 in the first session in Sylhet after […]