Gold prices retreat in Pakistan after sharp surge in local bullion market
LAHORE: Gold prices in Pakistan fell on Friday after hitting fresh highs a day earlier, as a decline in international bullion markets pushed local rates lower following a sharp rally.…
Pakistan’s climate turn
Pakistan’s climate conversation is finally beginning to shift from reactive appeals for aid to a more serious recognition of domestic responsibility. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb’s remarks at the Breathe Pakistan…
When Nations Trade Character for Spectacle
Dusk was lowering itself over Lahore like a reluctant confession. The city breathed uneasily, as if aware that something deeper than traffic and noise was shifting beneath its skin. Under…
CASS marks one year of Marka-e-Haq with tribute to Pakistan Air Force
ISLAMABAD: The Centre for Aerospace and Security Studies (CASS) organised a ceremony to mark one year of Marka-e-Haq, bringing together retired military officials, researchers and policy experts to discuss Pakistan’s…
The 21st Century and the Backwardness of Torghar District
The 21st century is often described as an era of progress, technology, and modern governance. Yet, despite these advancements, there are still regions in Pakistan that remain deprived of even…
EU bans airlines from adding fuel surcharges after ticket bookings
BRUSSELS: The European Union has barred airlines from imposing additional fuel surcharges on passengers after tickets have already been purchased, reinforcing consumer protection rules amid rising aviation fuel costs. EU…
BYD shares slide after sharp Q1 profit drop despite record overseas sales
HONG KONG: Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD is facing increased market pressure after reporting a sharp decline in first-quarter profit, even as overseas vehicle sales continued to grow strongly. BYD…
Pakistan Embassy in Ankara commemorates first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq
ANKARA: The Embassy of Pakistan in Ankara held a ceremony to commemorate the first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq, bringing together Turkish parliamentarians, diplomats, academics, think tank representatives, media professionals and members…
Fazal Khaliq appointed principal secretary to KP governor
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has appointed senior bureaucrat Fazal Khaliq as Principal Secretary to the Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with immediate effect. According to a notification issued by the…
Iran sets up Strait of Hormuz authority to collect tolls from ships
DUBAI: Iran has established a new authority to regulate vessel transit and collect tolls from ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, according to shipping industry reports, in a move…
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