Dar Hails Pakistan-Saudi Pact as ‘Historic Milestone’ London: Finance Minister Ishaq Dar has described the newly signed Pakistan-Saudi Arabia agreement as a “historic milestone,” emphasizing the formalization of Pakistan’s long-standing commitment to the security of Saudi Arabia, particularly the Haramain Sharifain—the Two Holy Mosques. Dar made the remarks during a media briefing in London, just […]
India Beat Oman, Set for Super Four Clash with Pakistan DUBAI — India maintained their unbeaten run in Group A with a 21-run win over Oman on Friday, booking another high-voltage encounter with Pakistan in the Super Four stage this Sunday. During the post-match presentation, when commentator Sanjay Manjrekar asked Suryakumar Yadav about facing Pakistan […]
Brits’ 171 Powers South Africa to Victory Despite Sidra Amin’s Record Ton LAHORE — Tazmin Brits’ unbeaten 171 and Laura Wolvaardt’s patient century guided South Africa to a commanding 292-3 in 46 overs, a target later revised to 313 runs, as the visitors sealed a hard-fought win over Pakistan in the second ODI. Pakistan, chasing […]
Dar Hails Pakistan-Saudi Defence Pact as ‘Historic Milestone’ LONDON — Finance Minister Ishaq Dar has described the newly signed Pakistan-Saudi Arabia defence agreement as a “historic milestone,” saying it formally strengthens the long-standing security partnership between the two countries. Speaking to the media in London, Dar noted that the pact—inked in Riyadh earlier this week […]
Flood Situation Eases at Sukkur Barrage, FFD Reports ISLAMABAD — The water level at Sukkur Barrage is gradually receding, according to the latest update from the Flood Forecasting Division (FFD). In its report, the FFD said the Indus River is experiencing a low flood at Guddu Barrage and a medium flood at both Sukkur and […]
Flood Breach Damages M-5 Motorway, Traffic Suspended MULTAN — A breach has developed in the eastern section of the M-5 Motorway, sweeping away a portion of the road, according to the Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) of Multan. Earlier, strong flood currents had already damaged the western side of the same stretch. Motorway Police and National […]
PMD Forecasts Hot, Dry Weather as Punjab Declares Monsoon Season Over ISLAMABAD — The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has announced that no major rainfall is expected across most parts of the country in the coming days. According to the forecast, flood-hit areas of Punjab and Sindh will continue to experience hot and dry conditions throughout […]
Pakistan-Saudi Defence Pact: Aggressors Warned Against Miscalculation ISLAMABAD – Speaking on a programme, Pakistan’s Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah highlighted the significance of the recently signed Pakistan-Saudi Arabia defence agreement. He stated, “If India attacks Pakistan, it will be considered an attack on Saudi Arabia. Likewise, Israel knows that any assault on Saudi Arabia will be […]
Judges Challenge Islamabad High Court Chief Justice Over Administrative Powers ISLAMABAD — A group of judges has filed a petition in the Supreme Court of Pakistan, challenging the administrative powers of the Chief Justice of the Islamabad High Court (IHC). The petition names the Chief Justice and the State of Pakistan as respondents. The judges […]
Karachi Mayor Pushes for Timely Completion of Key City Projects Karachi: Mayor Murtaza Wahab has called on the Pakistan International Development Company Limited (PIDCL) to provide a clear timeline for the completion of major city projects, emphasizing that the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) must ensure they are finished on schedule. The Mayor expressed serious concern […]