The Justice Department’s request came after San Francisco-based US District Judge Susan Illston blocked large-scale federal layoffs, known as “reductions in force,” in a May 22 ruling siding with a group of unions, non-profit groups, and local governments that challenged the administration. The case involves the US Departments of Agriculture, Commerce, Health and Human Services, […]
Brent crude futures gained 55 cents, or 0.85%, to $65.18 a barrel by 0000 GMT. US West Texas Intermediate crude was up 59 cents, or 0.94%, to $63.11 a barrel, after rising around 1% earlier in the session. Both contracts gained nearly 3% in the previous session after OPEC+ agreed to keep output increases in […]
Delegations from both sides did, however, agree another large-scale prisoner exchange in their meeting in Istanbul, which in mid-May also hosted their first round of face-to-face talks. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan proposed that Russian President Vladimir Putin, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Trump come together for a third round later this month in either […]
The National Seismic Monitoring Centre, Pakistan, stated that the earthquake tremor of 2.8 magnitude was felt at 9:57 am on Tuesday. The quake’s epicentre was at a depth of 40 kilometers, according to the NSMC. Karachiites feeling multiple mild tremors since Sunday evening particularly in the areas of Landhi, Malir, Quaidabad, and Gadap. Chief Meteorologist […]
As per details, security forces conducted IBOs in Machh and Kalat against the “Fitna al-Hindustan”, resulting in the killing of seven India-backed terrorists. In the Kachhi area of Machh, a fierce exchange of fire between the security forces and Indian proxies led to the elimination of five militants. In another intelligence-driven operation in the Margand […]
The prime minister, chairing a meeting on the construction of Diamer Bhasha Dam and the other matters of water resources, said that building new dams was crucial to enhance water storage capacity, ensure water supply for agriculture, and prevent floods. He said that the country’s self-dependence was linked with affordable electricity and agriculture, which required […]
Sindh IG stated that escaped inmates from Malir Jail who voluntarily surrender will be treated with leniency. However, he made it clear that those recaptured by law enforcement will face strict legal action. Memon confirmed that a total of 213 inmates had escaped, of which 78 have been rearrested, while around 138 are still on […]
According to official sources, the IMF is now willing to reduce income tax rates across all salary slabs. Sources revealed that the relief will be granted through amendments to Section 129 of the Income Tax Ordinance, which governs exemptions and concessions. One of the major changes under discussion includes raising the annual tax-free income threshold […]
During the earthquake tremors that rocked Karachi on Monday, inmates were temporarily moved out of their barracks for safety reasons, jail officials said, adding that it was during this period that prisoners managed to flee. The jailbreak triggered a massive police operation accompanied by intense gunfire in the vicinity. Sources suggest that the seismic activity […]
The incident was reported within the jurisdiction of the Sumbal Police Station. According to initial reports. The victim, identified as Sana Yousuf from Chitral, was fatally shot by a man outside her residence. According to the police, the suspect had a brief conversation with Sana Yousuf outside her home, after which he opened fire. The […]
