RIYADH — Gold prices in Saudi Arabia have soared in line with a global uptrend, as international spot rates reached USD 3,366.40 per ounce — a significant 39.14% increase from the same time last year. The rally is being driven by persistent inflation fears, fluctuating interest rates, and increased demand for safe-haven assets amid ongoing […]
No Date Set for US-Iran Talks Amid Fallout from Israeli Strikes on Nuclear Sites TEHRAN — Iran’s Foreign Ministry confirmed Monday that no specific date, time, or location has been finalized for the next round of diplomatic talks between Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff, following a sharp escalation in regional […]
Four residential units were damaged in the blast. Initial assessments show that the cause of the incident was a gas leak, and follow-ups are continuing in this regard,” the director of Qom’s fire department told Fars. The agency said the residents of the building were ordinary citizens. Iran’s regional arch-rival, Israel, has a record of […]
According to a statement sent to Anadolu from his office, he was taken to the National Heart Institute in the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur, for observation related to fatigue but has since rested and been allowed to return home. A physician who was a member of parliament until 2022, Mahathir Mohamad drove himself on Sunday […]
Drone Intercepted Near Arbil Airport in Second Attack This Month ARBIL, IRAQ — A drone loaded with explosives was intercepted and shot down near Arbil International Airport at approximately 2:20 AM local time (1120 GMT) on Monday, the Kurdistan Region’s counterterrorism services confirmed. No casualties or property damage were reported. This marks the second drone […]
Federal Constabulary Restructured with Nationwide Powers Under New Ordinance ISLAMABAD — The federal government has issued a sweeping ordinance, effective immediately, to restructure the Frontier Constabulary (FC) into a more powerful and nationally operational law enforcement force. The move follows formal approval from the federal cabinet and marks a major amendment to the Frontier Constabulary […]
The court rejected the request for extended remand and instead sent the accused to jail on judicial remand KARACHI At least 27 people have died following the collapse of a five-storey residential building in the Baghdadi area of Lyari, Karachi. Authorities have launched a criminal investigation, with police arresting more than 10 individuals, including senior […]
Forensic Probe Deepens in Actress Humaira Asghar’s Mysterious Death KARACHI — The investigation into the mysterious death of Pakistani actress and model Humaira Asghar has intensified, as authorities continue to piece together clues following the discovery of her body in a Defence apartment last week. According to investigative sources, nine critical samples — including materials […]
Rain Forecast for Karachi as PMD Issues Flood and Landslide Alert Across Pakistan KARACHI — The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast light to moderate rainfall for Karachi and other districts of Sindh between July 15 and 17, as part of an active monsoon system moving across the country. Karachi witnessed light drizzling in various […]
DHA Karachi Assault Case Closed After Victim Withdraws Complaint KARACHI — The high-profile DHA assault case involving businessman Salman Farooqi has been officially closed after the complainant withdrew all charges, according to a final report submitted by Gizri police to the City Court of Karachi on Saturday. The case gained national attention after a viral […]
