PM Shehbaz, Saudi Crown Prince discuss investment, trade and new collaborative projects
RIYADH: Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman had an important one-on-one meeting in Riyadh on Monday which was mainly centered around the mutual cooperation of the two countries. The conversation went on to a variety of topics such as energy, trade, and the ideas
Explosive claim: Ahmad Massoud’s viral interview highlights Taliban-TTP nexus
ISLAMABAD: Discussions about the secret alliance between the Taliban and TTP have been reignited by a statement of Ahmad Massoud, the leader of the National Resistance Front (NRF) of Afghanistan. Massoud’s comments made reach back to over a year ago and now as they are viral, they create waves in
A once-in-a-lifetime event: Ramadan will be seen twice in 2030
RIYADH: The holy month of Ramadan will be witnessed twice by Muslims worldwide within a single Gregorian year in 2030, as per an ultra-rare event. As Saudi astronomer Khalid Al-Zaqaq expressed in words, such a heavenly event is an occurrence that takes place once every 30-33 years. The cause of
Pat Cummins to miss first Ashes Test due to injury
ISLAMABAD: The Australian Test captain Pat Cummins, due to a back injury, will not play in the first Ashes Test against England. Steve Smith will lead the side in the opening Test of the five-Test series, which is due to commence on November 21 in Perth. Head coach Andrew McDonald
Ex-minister Amjad Ali accuses NAB of issuing unlawful notices, seeks investigation
PESHAWAR: Former provincial minister and PTI MPA Dr. Amjad Ali has accused the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) of issuing illegal notices, containing baseless allegations him and his family members. Dr. Amjad Ali said in his statement that not only did NAB lack the authority, but also it was an outright
Sugar prices skyrocket to Rs 210 per kg in Peshawar
PESHAWAR: Government measures aimed at curbing the price hike of sugar across Pakistan have seemingly been in vain, as prices have again peaked at Rs 210 per kg in Peshawar, the highest in the nation. According to statistics released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), the sugar price in
Anas Mallick: Taliban unwilling to sign anti-terror pact, talks at risk
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s talks with the Taliban, aimed at reaching an agreement, are struggling to deal with serious issues, and the conversation on the third day is said to be about collapse. Anas Mallick, a senior journalist, tweeted that the militant group was unwilling to stop attacks in their areas
CM Afridi meets Corps Commander alone: Did he seek Imran Khan’s permission?
PESHAWAR: An important one-on-one meeting was held between Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and Corps Commander Peshawar, Lt. Gen. Umar Ahmed Bukhari, at the CM Secretariat to discuss the province’s law and order situation and the recent terror incidents. According to reports, the meeting encompassed not only the security
Pakistan to partially closes its airspace tomorrow
Pakistan has decided to partially close its airspace for two days as the Civil Aviation Authority has issued a NOTAM notice to Air Missions in this regard. According to the NOTAM issued, certain air routes will be temporarily closed. The closure will start from 12 noon on October 28 and
Gold prices drops in Pakistan
Gold prices dropped significantly in local markets after a slight increase last Sunday. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Jewelers and Association, the price of gold per tola has decreased by Rs3,300 and has reached Rs430,362. The price of 10 grams of gold has decreased by Rs2,829 and has reached
